The rafting industry standard for guides, the Carlisle Guide Paddle is super strong for reliable durability even in the most demanding whitewater situations. With a monsterous 8" x 27" blade, in the right hands this paddle can have a dynamic effect on the direction of your raft. The reinforced polyethylene-clad aluminum shaft resists bending even when leaning your entire body weight into the necessary strokes. The bomber T-grip guarantees a sure grip on the paddle. Available in 66" and 72" and best uses for the guide position on paddle rafts in whitewater. Not your everyday canoe paddle but simply the ultimate stick for guiding big whitewater.