Select WARRIOR Bent

Select WARRIOR Bent: Premium carbon paddle with an ergonomic shaft for whitewater

WARRIOR Bent: Premium Performance for Elite Whitewater

Select WARRIOR Bent This is a premium carbon paddle designed for demanding kayakers on medium and large rivers. It combines Carbon Super Light technology, large W1 blades, an ergonomic carbon shaft, and a design focused on low weight, quick response, and durability during intensive use.

The WARRIOR model is part of the Select Paddles performance series, designed for paddlers who want a powerful and confident stroke in technical, rough, and turbulent water. The large blade, with a surface area of 715 cm², provides significant support for acceleration, course corrections, entering eddies, and stabilizing the kayak in waves and rollers.

W1 Blades in the Carbon Super Light version

WARRIOR uses leaves W1, which are produced exclusively in series Carbon Super Light. This design is geared toward maximum performance with minimal weight and offers responsive power transfer for active whitewater paddling.

• W1 Sheets: Performance sheets for challenging technical and high-volume whitewater.
• Carbon Super Light: A premium, lightweight carbon design engineered for responsive feel and performance.
• Low weight: It helps reduce fatigue during long rides, frequent standing, and high cadence.
• Quick response: For immediate paddle response during acceleration, course corrections, and technical maneuvers.

Carbon pre-impregnated foam core

The blades feature a built-in, pre-impregnated carbon “foam core.” This design is part of the WARRIOR paddle’s premium quality and contributes to its lightweight, rigid, and high-performance characteristics when used on large and medium-sized rivers.

• Carbon foam core: Integrated blade design for premium performance and low weight.
• Prepreg carbon: Materials used in the Carbon Super Light series.
• Performance characteristics: For powerful strokes, rapid acceleration, and active control of the boat.
• Durable design: A design intended for regular, intensive use in whitewater.

715 cm² surface area for a firm grip and support

The sheet measures 50 × 20.6 cm and the desktop 715 cm². The large paddle face provides powerful thrust, a quick start, and solid support. It is suitable for paddlers who need to react immediately and actively control the kayak’s trajectory when paddling in fast-moving water.

• Area 715 cm²: A large blade for powerful grip, quick acceleration, and solid support.
• Dimensions: 50 × 20.6 cm: A high-performance design for technical and high-volume whitewater.
• Quick Start: For entering switchbacks, exiting banked turns, and making immediate lane changes.
• Strong support: To stabilize the boat when it is listing, in waves, and in turbulent currents.

Bent Ergonomic Carbon Pole

The Bent version features an ergonomically contoured carbon shaft. Its shape promotes a more natural position for the hands and wrists, which can increase comfort during long paddling sessions, frequent bracing, and repeated powerful strokes.

• Bent Ergonomic Pole: An angled shape for a more natural paddle grip.
• Carbon construction: Lightweight and rigid design for rapid power transfer.
• Wrist comfort: It helps reduce unnatural bending of the wrists while paddling.
• Specific grip orientation: The ergonomic design makes it easier to maintain a consistent hand position during technical maneuvers.

Ovalized carbon tube for a secure grip

The carbon shaft consists of an oval-shaped tube. The oval profile makes it easier to position your grip and can help you hold the paddle more securely during fast paddling, powerful strokes, and technical corrections.

• Ovalized tube: A shaft profile that makes it easier to position your hands on the paddle.
• A more secure grip: Useful for paddling quickly in technical rapids.
• Carbon fiber pole: A lightweight and sturdy design for high-performance whitewater use.
• Precise inspection: It helps maintain a consistent hand position during support exercises and corrections.

Adjustable Quick-Lock and S-Lock Options

The WARRIOR series is available with fixed or adjustable straight and ergonomic poles. The adjustable models can be equipped with either the Quick-Lock or S-Lock system. With straight poles, the length can be adjusted by more than 10 cm, for an ergonomic pole with a 4 cm.

• Fixed pole: For riders who have a specific length in mind and prefer a simple design.
• Adjustable pole: To allow you to adjust the length based on the boat, river type, or personal preference.
• Quick-Lock or S-Lock: Adjustable-shaft end systems in the WARRIOR product line.
• More than 10 cm on a straight pole: A wide range of adjustments for the straight version.
• 4 cm on an ergonomic pole: Length adjustment for the Ergo model.

Blade Lengths and Angles

The Select WARRIOR Bent is available in the following lengths 192, 195, 197, 200, 202, 203, and 204 cm. Right-angle blade alignment is available R30° orR45°. The product is listed as available upon request.

• Available lengths: 192 cm, 195 cm, 197 cm, 200 cm, 202 cm, 203 cm, and 204 cm.
• Leaf browning: Exact 30° or exact 45°.
• Colour: Black carbon fiber.
• Availability: Made to order.
• Other options: The WARRIOR line offers both straight and ergonomic poles in fixed or adjustable versions.

Suitable use

The Select WARRIOR Bent is suitable for highly experienced and performance-oriented kayakers on medium and large rivers. Its large W1 blades, carbon construction, and ergonomic shaft make it ideal for big water, creeks, technical whitewater, active river running, and intense paddling in waves, rollers, and turbulent water.

• Large and medium-sized rivers: For active paddling in deep water and fast currents.
• Big Water: The large fin provides strong support and rapid acceleration in waves and rollers.
• Technical Whitewater: For precise corrections, entering eddies, and maintaining control of the kayak in challenging sections.
• Creeking: For sturdy support and active steering of the boat around rocks and through steep sections.
• River running: For dynamic river rafting with an emphasis on the boat's immediate responsiveness.
• Advanced and experts: The 715 cm² surface area is ideal for riders who can make effective use of a large power band.

Technical parameters

Rewards Program and Shipping

When you make a purchase, you earn points in the rewards program, which you can use as a discount on your next purchase of water sports equipment. The product listing also indicates that shipping is free within the Czech Republic for orders over 3,000 Kč; this offer does not apply to discounted or clearance items.

Expert Advice

Choose the Select WARRIOR Bent if you paddle in challenging whitewater and want a premium, lightweight paddle with a large blade and an ergonomic grip. The 715 cm² blade area provides powerful thrust and solid support, but requires good technique and sufficient shoulder strength. Choose the length based on your kayak’s width and paddling style: R30° for a less pronounced angle or R45° for a classic whitewater grip; if you choose the adjustable ergonomic shaft, expect a length adjustment range of 4 cm.