Name: Braca I
SKU: 2325
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Braca I, Braca 1Most popular sprint wing paddle in the world! Braca teardrop with a moderate twist, carbon fiber paddle

Braca I, Braca 1,Large blade sprint paddle, carbon fiber wing for performance paddling

Custom carbon fiber shafts for kayak sprint, marathon, surfski, custom length and stiffness

Braca I

$535.00 – $545.00

Large ICF Racing Paddle – Teardrop with Moderate Twist

Olympic and World Championship sprint paddle with a powerful pull

Designed for flatwater racing by strong sprinters, the Braca I is one of the top kayak paddles globally. Its moderate twist wing teardrop design maximizes power from the catch through the stroke for an efficient forward motion. Available in three blade types—Standard, Extra Light, and Marathon (special order)—it offers a full range of shaft stiffness and custom lengths. Braca is also known for producing smaller-scale blades with the same performance advantages, with the Braca IV offering the same design as the Braca I in a smaller size. The Braca I: Unleash unstoppable power with the ultimate racing paddle for elite sprinters!

Excellent choice for professional racers and fitness performance paddlers alike!

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Note: In addition to our standard stock shaft choices below, we also offer: 1 piece shafts, Memory Lock System shafts and stiff 01K shafts. Click for more info

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Extra Light

Blade Size

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Enter Custom Paddle Length * For (19K, 21K, 10K) shafts write in a 10 cm range for ex: 207 - 217 cm. For all other shafts (02K, 03K, 04K, 06K, 17K, 18K) write in a 5 cm range for ex: 212 - 217 cm.

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Braca I Sizes and Blade Constructions

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Braca I Size	Surface Area (cm2/in2)	L (cm)	W (cm)	Blade Construction
Braca I Size	Surface Area (cm2/in2)	L (cm)	W (cm)	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon
775	775/120.1	51.2	16.5	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon
790	790/122.2	51.4	16.9	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon
805	805/124.8	51.6	17	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon
820	820/127.1	51.8	17.2	Standard	Extra Light	–
840	840/130.2	52	17.5	Standard	Extra Light	–

Dark solid colors are in stock and will be expertly assembled and shipped and arrive within days.
Light Italics colors can be ordered for the next shipment.
If Braca makes it you can get it!

Braca IV Blade Sizes and Construction

(Same Teardrop/Moderate Twist Design)

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Braca IV Sizes	Surface Area (cm2/in2)	Length (cm)	Width (cm)	Blade Construction
Braca IV Sizes	Surface Area (cm2/in2)	Length (cm)	Width (cm)	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	Carbon 60	Down River
610	610/94.5	45	14.4	Standard	–	–	–	Soft	Carbon 60	–
635	635/98.4	45.3	15.1	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	Carbon 60	Down River
670	670/103.9	47.5	15.2	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	Carbon 60	–
705	705/109.2	49	15.8	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	Carbon 60	Down River
720	720/111.6	49.3	16	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	–	–
735	735/113.9	49.5	16.3	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	Carbon 60	Down River
750	750/116.3	49.8	16.5	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	Carbon 60	–
765	765/118.6	50	16.8	Standard	Extra Light	Marathon	Surfski	Soft	Carbon 60	Down River

Dark solid colors are in stock and will be expertly assembled and shipped and arrive within days.
Light Italics colors can be ordered for the next shipment.
If Braca makes it you can get it!

Selecting a Shaft for Large Kayak Wing Paddles

Braca-Sport offers an excellent selection of shafts for large sprint paddles, allowing you to customize your paddle for optimal performance. With a range of stiffness levels and configurations, you can select the perfect shaft to match your paddling style and needs. Designed for world-class sprinters and powerful athletes applying maximum power over short distances, these large blades are typically paired with stiffer shafts (02k to 17k) to maximize pull during sprints.

For large wing paddles, we offer shafts from 02k to 17k, with 03k being the most popular choice. Athletes using larger blades for long-distance paddling, rather than sprint racing, may find that more flexible shafts like 17k or 19k are better suited for their needs. In addition to our standard stock shaft options, contact us if you’re interested in 1-piece shafts, Memory Lock System shafts, or the stiffest 01K shafts. Learn more here

All shaft options are available to suit your specific distance, conditions, and performance needs. Contact us with any questions Chris@FastPaddler.com

Other shaft variables:

5 cm or 10 cm adjustable range
metal or plastic locker

These are the shaft options in-stock:

Custom Paddle Length

All Braca paddles are custom-built to order by FastPaddler. Stiffer shafts offer a 5 cm adjustment range, while more flexible shafts provide a 10 cm range. For example, if you want your paddle’s minimum length to be 210 cm, you would select either 210-215 cm or 210-220 cm, depending on the shaft you choose. Check out this FAQ- Entering Shaft Lengths for even more info.

The 210 cm is just an example—you can choose any minimum length, such as 203 cm, 210 cm, or 217 cm, to suit your needs!

Hand Control

Select Right Hand or Left Hand

We can assemble your paddle for either right-handed or left-handed lever use, ensuring easier adjustments and improved visibility of the markings. This setup refers to the orientation of the lever and does not affect performance or require you to be right- or left-handed. A right-handed assembly positions the lever for convenient length adjustments using your right hand, especially when on the water.

Braca shafts are round, perfectly balanced, and can be built in either orientation. In the diagram below with green arrows, the paddle is configured for right-handed use; a left-handed setup simply involves flipping the shaft 180 degrees.

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About the Braca I/IV Racing Paddle

The Most Popular Racing Paddle in the World!

The Braca I/Braca IV design is an Olympic and World Championship-level kayak paddle. The Braca I is designed for larger sprint athletes, while the Braca IV is suited for average and smaller paddlers. This wing paddle features a versatile teardrop design with a moderate twist, and is available in scaled versions to accommodate paddlers of all sizes.

Braca-Sport designs and manufactures all of their paddles in-house at their own factory. They are experts in producing smaller-scale blades that offer the same performance advantages as their larger counterparts.

Here are the other paddles with the same blade design (teardrop with moderate twist):

Braca I
Braca I is the same paddle design as the Braca IV but in a larger sizes.
Braca IV
Braca IV is the same paddle design as the Braca I but in a smaller sizes.
Braca IV Carbon 60
The Braca IV Carbon 60, paired with a 19k or 21k shaft, is a more flexible 60% carbon blade at a competitive price for K1 Racing Clubs, K1 Youth, and Masters athletes. Note that the Carbon 60 blades run a little heavier and are also priced less than full carbon.
Braca Children
The Braca Children paddle is based on the I/IV design, scaled down for youth-sized kayakers and available in 610 or 635. It features a smaller diameter shaft and is not compatible with adult shafts. If you prefer a standard-size shaft (perhaps to attach larger blades later), the smallest Braca IV blades (610 or 635) would be a better option. These blades are the same as the Braca Children blades but come with a standard-size shaft.
Braca IV Surfski Matte Black
Sleek black matte surfski blades with an Oscar Chalupsky special edition shaft.

Competing and training? Don't miss the other possible ICF sprint paddles in large sizes:

Braca XI Van Dusen ’92 - Ted Van Dusen's High Twist Wing Paddle
Our best-selling paddle is the Braca XI Van Dusen '92. The XI Van Dusen is an excellent choice for ICF kayak sprinters and is used by World Champions and top surf ski athletes alike. The Braca XI (11) is available in sizes for larger sprinters down to youth sizes. Added due to high demand from competitive racers and team riders, it has become one of our top sellers in the USA. The Braca XI features a more dramatic twist teardrop design, delivering smooth, consistent power throughout the entire forward stroke at all cadences.
Braca VII - High Twist Wing Paddle
Due to its unique shape that emphasizes power at the catch, the Braca VII blade feels larger than a standard teardrop blade of the same surface area, such as the Braca I or IV. The Braca VII is commonly used for both marathon and sprint events, depending on the paddler's size. The Braca VI, a larger version of the high-twist (extreme teardrop) design found in the VII, is more typically used for sprinting due to its larger size. The VII is a favorite among top competitors and is ideal for paddlers with a high cadence or those looking to improve their cadence rate.

Looking for your First Wing Paddle?

Braca IV, Braca XI Van Dusen and also Braca VIII are all great options. Read more at Selecting a First Wing Paddle

Braca I

Large ICF Racing Paddle – Teardrop with Moderate Twist

Olympic and World Championship sprint paddle with a powerful pull