Patent ID: 8632371
Filing Date: 2014-01-21
Classification: B63H

Abstract:
1. A kayak paddle comprising: a first paddle blade and which includes a shaft member thereon; wherein the first paddle blade may be used as an oar, and be transformed into a said kayak paddle or a paddleboard paddle via use of an extension member and/or second shaft member having a second paddle blade thereon; wherein the first paddle blade includes a notched end that is located on a distal end, and which enables the first paddle blade to push against a stationary object; wherein the first paddle blade includes a pull notch that is located on an opposing end of the first paddle blade; wherein the pull notch is oriented opposite of the notched end, and is adapted for use in pulling the first paddle blade towards the stationary object; wherein the shaft member extends a pre-defined first length from the first paddle blade, and which includes a ferrule having a spring-loaded button and tether; wherein the ferrule and spring-loaded button enable connection of the shaft member to either the extension shaft or the second shaft member; wherein both the extension shaft and the second shaft member include button holes, which enable the spring-loaded button to lock therein; wherein the second shaft member includes graduations along a second shaft length.