Werner

Frequently Asked Questions

• What defines Werner Paddles and what types of paddlers do they serve?

  Werner Paddles, founded by the Furrer family in 1965 in Mount Vernon, WA, builds high-performance kayak and SUP paddles for touring, whitewater, and fishing use. The brand built its reputation on precision craftsmanship and offers carbon fiber, fiberglass, and hybrid blade constructions designed to reduce fatigue and improve stroke efficiency for paddlers from beginners to elite athletes.
• What blade and shaft technologies does Werner use to improve paddling efficiency?

  Werner paddles feature asymmetric blade shapes that equalize pressure across the power and recovery phases of the stroke, plus dihedral ridges along the blade face that stabilize the blade and prevent flutter. Shaft options include straight and bent configurations in materials from fiberglass to high-modulus carbon, matched to different paddling styles and performance goals.
• How do I choose between Werner fiberglass and carbon paddle options?

  Fiberglass Werner paddles offer a forgiving flex pattern and durability suited to recreational and intermediate paddlers; carbon paddles are stiffer and lighter, reducing fatigue over long distances and benefiting advanced paddlers where lower swing weight matters most. Match paddle length to your height and kayak width — wider boats require longer paddles for efficient low-angle strokes.
• Are Werner paddles available in travel-friendly configurations?

  Yes, Werner offers 2-piece and 4-piece breakdown paddle options with snap-button or feathering ferrule systems for easy transport and on-water angle adjustment. The ferrule connections are designed for a solid, play-free feel comparable to one-piece paddles while allowing the paddle to pack into luggage or a vehicle.
• What care does a Werner paddle need to stay in top condition?

  Rinse Werner paddles with fresh water after saltwater or sandy-water use to keep grit out of the ferrule, and store them away from prolonged UV exposure to protect blade colors and composite resin. Inspect ferrule connections periodically for wear; Werner paddles are built for long service life with basic upkeep.