How can I tell whether my paddle is turned right or left?
It is very easy to tell whether a paddle is turned to the left or right: To do this, place the paddle vertically on the ground in front of you so that the tips of both feet are resting on the front of the lower paddle blade. If the upper blade center points to the right, it is a right-turned paddle. If it points to the left, it is a left-handed paddle.
Transportation
Paddles should ideally be transported lying down and with sufficient space. Point loads, e.g. from equipment underneath or heavy parts on top, should generally be avoided.
Paddles should also not be transported on the roof of a car! The airstream stresses the material and causes it to tire more quickly.
Avoid strong sunlight, especially through car windows, as the bonding can react to very high temperatures and the materials age unnecessarily quickly due to UV radiation. Foam cores in carbon paddles are particularly sensitive to high temperatures.
We recommend a Kober paddle bag to protect the paddles.
Have you ever paddled in the sea?
From beach to beach, surfing or simply enjoying the vastness of the ocean on the water - it's fun and a great change of pace. You can also rely on your new Kober paddle here. So that you can enjoy your new paddle for a long time, we recommend rinsing your paddle well with fresh water after use in salt water. This protects the aluminum edge from corrosion and ensures that the built-in divisions continue to function well for a long time.
A special aluminum edge is built into your Kober paddle to protect the fiberglass and carbon layers. Your paddle is supplied by Kober with a slightly protruding aluminum edge.
To minimize the risk of splitting, you should regularly sand the laminate layers on the front and back with sandpaper so that the aluminium edge protrudes by approx. 0.5 to 1 mm.
How can that be?
Even the most solid material is vulnerable if handled incorrectly. Carbon or fiberglass shafts are sensitive to external influences.
They should therefore be handled with care.
Possible dangers lurk, for example, when getting in and out of the water. If the paddle is thrown onto the beach or dropped carelessly, it can easily land on a stone, root or similar and hidden hairline cracks can occur.
These are predetermined breaking points.
Riding in white water with dynamic movements (e.g. Eskimo roll / paddle support / pull stroke) increases the risk of shaft breakage.
Therefore, it is also very important to check the shaft for damage before every trip!
Paddles that had a float, for example, may have been subjected to unexpected forces. The paddle should therefore be checked carefully for damage or abrasions, even if the paddle appears undamaged at first glance.
If there are visible cracks and deep scratches, the shaft should be replaced for safety reasons. Most Kober and Moll paddles offer the option of replacing the shaft or blade.
A light, well-padded paddle bag is recommended for gentle transportation.