Werner Powerhouse 1 PC Straight Shaft Paddle Premium Performance uses material choice and manufacturing skill to allow for a perfect combination of light swing weight and stiffness Fiberglass blade construction gives you a compromise between swing weight and value Dihedral allows for smooth and stable forward paddling, a core philosophy for Werner Custom shaped, low profile, reinforcement spine allows for enhanced blade maneuverability when linking several strokes and provides blade stiffness and overall strength Full sized blades are and ideal fit for larger, well-conditioned paddlers