Werner Powerhouse STR 2pc

Werner Powerhouse STR 2-Piece: A high-performance two-piece whitewater paddle

Powerhouse STR 2pc: A powerful cast for whitewater and creeks

Werner Powerhouse STR 2pc This is a two-piece paddle with a straight shaft designed for kayakers seeking solid support and precise control in whitewater. The large blade and Werner’s traditional sturdiness are designed for technical descents, creeking, and active paddling where you need to accelerate quickly or establish a firm foothold.

The Powerhouse model combines power with a lightweight design. The balanced blade shape is designed to ensure a smooth and predictable stroke, even when paddling in turbulent currents, among rocks, or in waves.

Two-piece straight pole for easier transport

The straight shaft is divided into two sections, which makes it much easier to transport the paddle in a car, while traveling, and when storing it at home. The two-piece design maintains full performance for whitewater and is practical for paddlers who don’t want to carry a long, one-piece paddle.

• Two-piece design: Easier to transport and store than a one-piece paddle.
• Straight mast: A classic straight grip for precise paddle control.
• Practical Travel Tips: Perfect for the car, canoeing trips, and situations with limited storage space.
• Full use: The design is intended for regular whitewater paddling, not just as a backup.

A large leaf with an area of 720 cm²

The sheet is 48 cm, width 19,5 cm and the desktop 720 cm². The large paddle face provides strong thrust and solid support for quickly getting the boat moving, correcting course, entering eddies, and maintaining stability in technical water.

• Area 720 cm²: A large blade for powerful grip and excellent support.
• Dimensions: 48 × 19.5 cm: A high-performance kayak designed for creek paddling and technical whitewater.
• Rapid acceleration: For exiting eddies, sprint corrections, and getting the kayak up to speed in the current.
• Strong support: To stabilize the boat in waves, swells, and turbulent currents.

A balanced design for a powerful and smooth stroke

The blade has a balanced shape, which gives it a powerful yet smooth stroke from the moment it first touches the water until the stroke is complete. Its predictable response promotes more confident handling of the boat during forward strokes, bracing, and quick technical corrections.

• Balanced leaf shape: For powerful yet stable and predictable traction.
• A calm response: It helps maintain control of the boat in rough waters.
• Technical maneuvers: For entering eddies, changing direction, and actively maneuvering the kayak.
• Certain supports: For stability during tilts, in waves, and when passing through a wave.

Lightweight and Werner's traditional strength

The weight of the paddle is approximately 1,060 g. Thanks to its large blade surface area and two-piece design, this is a lightweight paddle built for durability and high performance in challenging water conditions.

• Weight 1,060 g: Lightweight construction despite the large blade.
• The Traditional Werner Fortress: A rugged design intended for regular whitewater use.
• Lower inertia: Its light weight makes it easier to paddle quickly during technical maneuvers.
• High-Performance Design: For kayakers who want a combination of power, control, and portability.

Small Diameter Shaft for Smaller Hands

The Werner Powerhouse STR 2-piece can also be supplied with a pole Small Diameter Shaft. The narrower diameter is suitable for smaller hands and can increase comfort during long paddling sessions, as it allows for a more secure grip without having to squeeze the shaft too tightly.

• Small-Diameter Shaft: A narrower shaft for a more comfortable grip with smaller hands.
• Greater comfort: It can help reduce hand fatigue during long drives.
• More reliable control: Useful for support, power strokes, and quick corrections.
• Selection by hand: Choose the diameter of the shaft based on the size of your hands and your personal preference.

Lengths, Angles, and Custom Designs

The Werner Powerhouse STR 2-piece is available in the following lengths: 197, 200, and 203 cm. The currently available models feature a 45° right- or left-hand bend. Upon request, the paddle can be custom-made in a left-hand version, in any length from 162 to 230 cm, and with a bend angle ranging from 0° to 90° to the left or right.

• Available lengths: 197 cm, 200 cm, and 203 cm.
• Leaf browning: R45° or L45°, depending on the selected option.
• Custom design: Left-hand version, length 162 to 230 cm, and angle 0° to 90° L/R.
• Leaf colors: Red, Blaze, and Topo.
• Currently in stock: The red versions: 200 cm RL45 and 203 cm RL45.

Suitable use

The Werner Powerhouse STR 2pc is designed for paddlers who need a powerful blade for whitewater and also appreciate the practicality of a two-piece design. It’s best suited for creeking, technical descents, high-volume water, and a more power-oriented paddling style.

• Whitewater: Solid support and a stable grip for rapids, waves, and turbulent currents.
• Creeking: Significant course corrections and precise boat handling in rocky, technical sections.
• Big Water: A large blade surface area provides stability in waves, swells, and rough water.
• Technical Downhill Races: Rapid acceleration and active steering of the kayak in challenging terrain.
• Travel: A two-piece design for easier transport and storage.
• More powerful riders: The 720 cm² blade area is suitable for kayakers who can effectively utilize the blade's higher drag.

Technical parameters

Bonus program and purchase benefits

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Expert Advice

Choose the Powerhouse STR 2pc if you want a high-performance blade for technical whitewater and need a paddle that’s easy to transport. The 720 cm² blade area offers significant support, but it will be harder on your shoulders during long paddling sessions than smaller blades. If you have smaller hands, consider the Small Diameter Shaft; always check that the two-piece connection is clean and securely fastened before paddling.