A surprisingly quick and solid paddle with square shoulders for added power during the catch phase. The blade shape is a hybrid between the tear drop and high aspect designs. In designing this blade we tried to capture the benefits of both designs and build a blade that is both lightweight and durable. This paddle loves long training days, racing, downwinding and touring. This blade is available in full carbon.

The Blackfish Paddles Nootka is their best selling classic teardrop shape; the dihedral allows for clean water entry, a stable catch phase and a clean exit. It has the ideal blade shape for surfing, doing yoga or just paddling across the local lake. This blade is both light and durable.

An ideal paddle for entry level paddlers who want high quality that will endure and grow with them, the Nootka is available in texalium fibreglass or their unique ‘fishskin’ technology that has even higher durability.