Braca Blade Constructions
We carry every available blade type!
Blade Constructions
Standard
Our regular 100% carbon construction paddle
Extra Light
A lighter, stiffer version approx 20 to 100 g lighter than standard, popular choice for competitive
Marathon
Edge of the blade is reinforced with Kevlar for durability for rugged conditions, shallow water
Surfski
Reinforced for reverse forces of bracing, current, quick direction changes in ocean and rivers
Soft
A softer, more forgiving performance blade, pair with a flexible shaft
Carbon 60
Durable, slightly heavier, softer blade, 60% carbon, at lower price, available only with Braca IV blade
Down River
Edge of the blade is reinforced with metal for very rocky severe conditions, special shaft 18K
![braca-xi-marathon-downriver-2](https://b1934956.smushcdn.com/1934956/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/braca-xi-marathon-downriver-2.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Marathon
Kevlar tipped for tougher conditions
![Braca-XI-705-matte-demo-surfski-paddle-f Matte Black Surfski Paddle Soft shaft](https://b1934956.smushcdn.com/1934956/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Braca-XI-705-matte-demo-surfski-paddle-f.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Surfski
For ocean or river with bracing and quick direction changes
![braca-iv-downriver-metal-tipped-blades metal-tipped down river blades, carbon fiber kayak paddle](https://b1934956.smushcdn.com/1934956/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/braca-iv-downriver-metal-tipped-blades.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Down river
Metal tipped blades and 18K down river shaft