Braca VII
Tear-drop Model with Powerful Catch
Brača VII is designed with a more extreme 'tear-drop' shape, which facilitates a very powerful catch.This design maximizes the working blade area when it is only partially submerged in the water, especially at the beginning and end of the stroke cycle. Due to its special shape, this blade feels bigger than a normal tear-drop blade with the same area size, such as the Braca I & IV shape. Braca VII paddles are typically used for marathon and sprint, depending on the paddler's size. Braca VI paddles, a larger version of the same extreme teardrop as the VII, are more typically sprint paddles due to their large blade size. (VI paddles are bigger than VII paddles.)
This blade has become increasingly popular in recent years due to Danuta Kozak (HUN) winning two Olympic gold medals in London and three gold medals in Rio using a Brača VII 745 paddle.
PURCHASE
All blades are Regular blade type.
Braca XI Van Dusen ’92
Van Dusen High Twist Design for Sprint, Surfski, Marathon
10 Sizes from 675 to 815! Powerful catch and clean exit, efficient power across all cadences.
The Braca-Sport Van Dusen XI paddle is a high-performance paddle designed for serious kayakers who seek precision and power in every stroke. A standout feature of the Van Dusen XI is its unique twist blade design, engineered to provide optimal water entry and exit. The twist design enhances its ability to achieve a powerful catch and a clean exit, ensuring a smooth and unique movement through the water. This distinctive shape enhances the paddle's stability and reduces drag, allowing for a smoother, more efficient stroke even at high speeds. The twist blade not only offers increased control and responsiveness but also minimizes flutter, making it ideal for racing or technical paddling. Lightweight, durable, and crafted with the utmost attention to hydrodynamics, the Braca-Sport Van Dusen XI is a top choice for paddlers who demand superior performance on the water. Licensed in response to high demand and requests from our team riders, BRAČA-SPORT® is the only source for the original Van Dusen design! It is our most widely utilized paddle in the USA and remains a favored choice among professional racers for Olympic Sprints, World Marathon Championships, and Surfski competitions. Marathon blades are specially reinforced with Kevlar tips, while Down River blades feature metallic tips. The edges of both types of blades are highly impact-resistant, making them suitable for use in extreme rocky conditions.
