Weighing just 28. 75 ounces, Aqua Bound's Sting Ray Carbon Paddle is the lightest flatwater injected molded kayak paddle at this price point. The carbon-reinforced nylon blades are engineered to be the best plastic option available with their combination of weight savings, stiffness, and strength while the carbon shaft is the lightest material available --which makes paddling less fatiguing and more enjoyable. The mid-sized blade is Aqua Bound's most popular, allowing for responsive paddling in slow-moving water and a more relaxed, low-angle stroke. With the Sting Ray Carbon Paddle, we're paddling first class, getting maximum efficiency out of our boat with more comfort and less fatigue.