AquaBound Sting Ray Hybrid 2-Piece Small Shaft Kayak Paddle MADE IN OSCEOLA, WISCONSIN, USA. Like all Aqua-Bound paddles, the Sting Ray Hybrid 2-piece paddle is hand-built in our facility in Wisconsin, staffed by paddling enthusiasts. 2 PIECE CONSTRUCTION. The Sting Ray Hybrid breaks into two pieces with a simple snap-button ferrule for easy travel and storage. MID-SIZED BLADES. The Sting Ray is Aqua-Bound's most popular blade shape, which covers a wide range of paddlers with varying paddling styles. FLUTTER FREE BLADE DESIGN. Each blade has the perfect dihedral, which has been designed to eliminate blade flutter and allow for a smooth paddling stroke. FIBERGLASS REINFORCED BLADES. The fiberglass reinforced blades paired with the 100% carbon shaft makes for a lightweight and efficient paddle.