Name: Braca IV
SKU: 1888
Availability: InStock

metal-tipped down river blades, carbon fiber kayak paddle

Braca IV

$425.00 – $545.00

Precision and Performance!

The Braca IV is renowned as one of the most popular paddles globally, trusted by top athletes at the Olympics and World Championships.

Braca IV (4) is the original Braca ‘teardrop’ design, one of the most popular carbon wing paddles for all types of competitive paddling; Olympic Sprints, World Marathon Championships, and Surfski. The paddle is designed to facilitate the application of power in the catch and in the middle of the stroke, enabling the “ultimate” forward stroke. The Braca IV is also a great choice for a first wing paddle. The classic teardrop originated with the Braca IV and it is one of the most popular performance wing paddles in the world.

Two new sizes: 720 and 750
New blade option: Down River metal tipped

Check out Braca IV with soft blades (Low Impact) $100 Off!
60% Carbon Braca IV 60 performance paddle also with softer mechanics
Larger blades? Braca I – same design for powerful sprinters

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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

Select blades to see shaft options

Blade Type

Regular
Extra Light
Surf Ski
Marathon
Carbon 60
Down River

Blade Size

Clear selection

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.

Hand Control *

Right Hand
Left Hand

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Braca IV Blade Sizes and Construction

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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!

Braca Shaft Options

The recommended approach is to use stiff, well-made blades (such as Braca!) along with shafts that then provide the necessary flexibility.
To purchase your paddle you will select:

Shaft Stiffness – the K number
Shaft Connector – metal or plastic
Shaft Length – 5 or 10 cm range

Since some shafts have a range of deflection we use the #K number for ordering.

For example you might order: Braca XI 735 with a 19K shaft, plastic connector, and pick 210 – 220 for the length.

Shaft Stiffness Choice by Sport

Sprinters – 02k to 17k

Surfski – 19k, 21k — always with plastic locker for salt water

Marathon, Distance – 19k

Fitness – 17k, 19k, 21k — mostly 19k with plastic locker

Downriver – Down River blades use an 18K shaft with metal locker, specifically designed for down river conditions.

Shaft Choices by Stiffness Rating

Sprint shafts, 5 cm of adjustment, and metal lockers.

Stiffer

02K: Stiffness = 2.5 to 2.6 mm of deflection

03K: Stiffness = 2.7 to 2.8 mm of deflection

04K: Stiffness = 2.9 to 3.0 mm of deflection

06K: Stiffness = 3.1 to 3.2 mm of deflection

17K: Stiffness = 3.3 to 3.4 mm of deflection

Softer

Distance, Surfski, Fitness shafts with 10 cm of adjustment, and plastic/metal (19k) or only plastic locker (21k)

Stiffer

19K: Stiffness = Medium 3.2 – 3.6 mm of deflection

19K: Stiffness = Soft 4.5 -4.7 mm of deflection — ** This is the most selected shaft

21K: Stiffness = Medium 5.2 – 5.4 mm of deflection

21K Stiffness = Soft 6.1 – 6.3 mm of deflection (Smaller 28mm diameter)

Softer

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 IV

Precision and Performance!

The Braca IV is renowned as one of the most popular paddles globally, trusted by top athletes at the Olympics and World Championships.