Whitewater Kayak Paddle Complete Buying Guide
The little sibling to the Stealth, the Covert was designed and tested closely with Dane Jackson along with some of the best paddlers in the world, the Covert is Werner’s latest advanced/race paddle. The Covert combines our blade forward, buoyant profile, with slender edges, reducing resistance during entry and exit.
Specifications
| Shaft Option | Pieces | Weight Grams | Weight Ounces | Blade Size | Length Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight | 1 Piece | 822g. | 29oz. | 650 cm2 43.4cm x 19.8cm |
162cm to 230cm in 1cm increments. |
| Bent | 1 Piece | 964g. | 34oz. | 650 cm2 43.4cm x 19.8cm |
188cm-203cm in 1cm increments. |
Features
- Blade inserted into the shaft at the throat for seamless look and feel
- A mid-sized down river race inspired blade shape for a higher cadence stroke.
- With an increased blade to shaft offset, this blade forward design gives a more powerful catch and more verticality through the power phase
- Optimized materials and manufacturing techniques to obtain lower weight, remain strong and provide a comfortable flex. Less fatigue on your body overall, for the longer races.
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**NOTE. Design features that make this paddle fast, also make for a unique feel in your hands. Bracing and rolling are different. The Stealth is not intended to be an all-around paddle for beginners or intermediate paddlers.
Sizing
| Paddler Height Range | River Running Paddle Length | Freestyle Paddle Length |
| 4'8" to 5'2" | 191 cm | 188 cm |
| 5'2" to 5'8" | 194 cm | 191 cm |
| 5'8" to 6' | 197 cm | 194 cm |
| 6' - 6'3" | 200 cm | 197 cm |
| 6'3" and taller | 203 cm | 197 cm |