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The AquaBound Manta Ray Carbon kayak paddle is designed to provide superior performance with low swing weight by combining a carbon shaft with carbon abX blades. The AquaBound Manta Ray Carbon has a slightly larger blade surface for athletic paddlers who prefer a high angle style with more bite. It's ideal for those interested in fitness, adventure racing or those who like to use an aggressive, high-angle paddle stroke.
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Reviews
By: Gls747Date: Sep 18, 2019
just a touch heavier than the paddles from the likes of Epic and Werner for less than half the price, a true high value choice for a better paddle at a cost barely above Dick's. Highly recommended, this is their more active/high angle paddle. Acqua Bound has the more expensive one's too but unless you're racing at elite levels, you might pick this one.
After only using an aluminum paddle for a year, this paddle is a gift
from the Gods. I don't get dripped on nearly as much because their is
no recessed slot on this paddle. It's also extremely easy to just paddle
with one hand to re adjust while fishing. Great paddle all around.
Excellent Paddle...light weight and I did not tire as easily as my other
paddle. The ability to order the correct dimension is a plus as well.
Would recommend this paddle and well worth the price.
Paddle is great but the clip/pin to lock the 2 half's broke in less than a
month. If it had been 2 weeks ago when I was offshore I am pretty
sure I'd have been in a bad situation. Thankfully I was just a few
miles out on the lake. Never had a problem with this from any paddle
before and I've been paddling for almost 20 years
Love this paddle, had one with my first kayak about 10 years ago
and when I recently got back into kayaking had to have another.
Light, effective. handles abuse well. The bay I mostly paddle in can
be a pain on a negative tide. I use the paddle to push off a sandbar
sometimes with no fear i'm going to break it. Only slight negative is
the spring clips rust out quickly.
Noticeably lighter than my old paddle from 20 years ago. It's
amazing how much more efficient a lighter paddle is when it
eliminates a lot of the energy of just supporting the paddle. More
energy goes into paddling and you can paddle longer and harder.
The blade is well designed and efficient. Goes in and comes out of
the water cleanly. The shaft diameter is slightly smaller than my
previous paddle and makes it easier to grip. This paddle is as close to
perfect for me as any paddle I have ever used. I'm a high angle
paddler, paddle is 240 cm. I'm 5'-11".
This Paddle is great, well worth
the money if you're on the
water for hours at a time. I
went with the 240cm model to
match the width of my 34"
wide kayak. It's a perfect
match
I love my paddles, weight makes such a
big difference. I was reluctant to spend
so much but have decided it was a good
thing to do. Can't say enough about
ACK, selection, service and price!
BUY IT! I upgraded from a Carlisle
Day tripper aluminium paddle and this
is amazing! it is 8 inches longer, has
larger blades but is still 7 oz lighter. I
can control my kayak easier, change
direction and reach cruising speed
faster and cruise at 2.8-3 mph
effortlessly against the Texas standard
10-15 mph breeze. The texture of the
carbon fiber and oval shape in the grip
area make is very easy to control and
hang onto. I run a Malibu X-13 am
5'11 weigh 183 lbs and usually have
about 80 lbs of fishing gear. This
paddle makes the whole rig a breeze
to handle. Only regrets are not buying
it 2 years ago! If your looking for a
new paddle this one should be on the
short list. very nice paddle.
First, although seemingly
expensive, this paddle is well
worth money. Don't know that
it's value could be exceeded.
It's lightweight allows me to
paddle for hours. My
comparison is a fiberglass
paddle. This carbon paddle is
very light-weight yet very stiff
against the wate. It surges my
Cuda 12 forward with ease.
My top-end speed is sustained
longer. The larger paddle area
and longer shaft (240mm) are
also what I was looking for in a
paddle. Does everything I
need it to do and doesn't feel
like it's going to snap on a
deep pull.
When I pull up with this paddle
I feel like royalty. All my
friends have heavy aluminum.
The wide blade helps me dig in
and build momentum with my
big kayak (prowler big game)
I say if you intend on making
kayaking a hobby dont be
cheap with the paddle. Only
problem is I wish I had gotten
the 240cm it's a bit short for
my wide boat.
So far, Im really enjoying
this paddle. I bought it to
replace an old Harmony
Adventurer paddle. The
Harmony paddle was still
better than some others that I
tried, but I didnt feel like I
was getting enough power out
of it. In comparison, the
Manta Ray has larger blades
and I can definitely feel more
resistance in the water. I
can quickly get up to speed
with a few hard strokes, but
then I feel like I can
maintain my cruising speed
while working less than I did
with my old paddle. The
weight of the Manta Ray is
great for this price-point
too.
I have a trident angler 13.
Initially I bought a 230 cm
paddle. The manta ray 240cm
paddle is much lighter and
makes reaching the water to
produce a more productive
stroke easier, and less energy
consuming. It is a pleasure to
use and I dont plan on buying
another paddle until this one
wears out
I have a trident angler 13.
Initially I bought a 230 cm
paddle. The manta ray 240cm
paddle is much lighter and
makes reaching the water to
produce a more productive
stroke easier, and less energy
consuming. It is a pleasure to
use and I dont plan on buying
another paddle until this one
wears out
A fine paddle. Light and
sturdy, with good sized
blades. A paddle after my
heart! I have used it 3 times
so far. Just added Yakgrips/
Velcro version to it. Hoping
that these will improve the
grip comfort of it, although
the carbonfiber shaft by
itself was not unpleasant or
unconfortable and is thick
enough for large hands. The
plastic blades are strong and
scratch resistant. Well, I
guess you get what you pay
for.
Bought this paddle for my
husbands birthday and he
LOVES it. Its so light weight
and it really propels
him. Only problem is that I
cant keep up with him
now. :
The Manta Ray is a great
paddle. It has the power to
propel myself and my daughter
in our large sit-on-top tandem
and it provides awesome speed
in my single. I was most
impressed with the lack of any
flutter. This is my new go-to
paddle. It's so nice to get
the ACK discount also. I am
happy to finally upgrade to
carbon.
Have used Epic paddles for
years and loved them. My
wife needed a new paddle but
since we're both
retired now couldn't afford
another Epic or Warner.
Some Aqua Bounds had lot of
negative feedback but I
found this one excellent in
open water/beach
landings and rivers so am
very satisfied.
I bought this to go along with my new OK Trident
Ultra. This paddle fit very well with the ride and
feel of the kayak. The light weight is great for a
long day of paddling. Doesn't wear you out.
ACK delivered fast also. They've got my business.
I finally got the chance to try out my paddle. Wow, what a difference! I always thought a paddle was a paddle. I was definitely wrong on that account. Super light weight and strong stroking at the same time. A great BTB paddle! Thanks for the recommendation ACK!!!
My wife bought this for me for my birthday. All I can say it is an excellent paddle. No other paddle I tried compares to it. The wider blade makes movement a breeze.
The weight is great too. I can paddle all day and not be wishing I had something ligher.
My wife bought this for me for my birthday. All I can say it is an excellent paddle. No other paddle I tried compares to it. The wider blade makes movement a breeze.
The weight is great too. I can paddle all day and not be wishing I had something lighter.
ACK...was great best price on this paddle and the Necky manitou 13 I bought. I bought the paddle for my wife and would rate it 4 out of 5 stars. The price and quality is excellent however my wife like my Epic wing paddle much more (I do as well). The aqua is stiff, pretty lightwight and well constructed. I highly recommend the few extra $'s for the TLC ferrule
Q:
The AquaBound Manta Ray Carbon Kayak Paddle you sell online....is that a 2-piece or a 4-piece paddle? Is it with Posi-Lok or Snap? I am looking for the AquaBound Manta Ray Carbon Kayak Paddle in a 2-piece Snap. I have heard that the Posi-Lok system has it's problems.
A:
Thank you for your question! It is a 2 piece paddle and we sell the Snap type for $179.99
http://www.austinkayak.com/products/2085/AquaBound-Manta-Ray-Carbon-Kayak-Paddle.html
And we sell the one with Posi-Loc for $189.99
http://www.austinkayak.com/products/4719/AquaBound-Manta-Ray-Carbon-Kayak-Paddle-Posi-Lok.html
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