Aqua Bound Tango 2-Piece Straight Shaft

Aqua Bound Tango 2-Piece Straight Shaft Kayak Paddle

The Aqua Bound Tango 2-Piece Straight Shaft is an ultra-light touring kayak paddle designed to produce a smooth, efficient forward stroke with minimal effort.

Its long, slender fibreglass blades are shaped for a relaxed low-angle paddling style, making the Tango particularly well suited to touring, sea kayaking and longer days on the water. The handcrafted blades are paired with a lightweight T-700 carbon shaft, producing a quoted paddle weight of approximately 737g and helping to reduce the amount of weight lifted throughout every stroke.

Smooth low-angle performance

The Tango’s narrow blade profile is designed to enter and move through the water smoothly, delivering progressive power rather than the stronger initial catch of a broad high-angle blade.

This makes it a strong choice for paddlers who prioritise:

• An efficient forward stroke
• Comfortable distance paddling
• Low swing weight
• Smooth and controlled power delivery
• Reduced fatigue over longer touring sessions

Aqua Bound positions the Tango as an effortless low-angle paddle offering an exceptionally smooth forward stroke. Its 619cm² blade area provides useful propulsion while retaining the refined feel expected from a premium touring paddle.

Handcrafted fibreglass blades

The Tango’s multi-laminate fibreglass blades are handcrafted using a high-pressure compression-moulding process.

This construction creates a light and responsive blade with the stiffness needed to transfer power efficiently through the water. The distinctive patterned finish also gives the Tango a premium appearance that stands apart from conventional injection-moulded recreational paddles.

Lightweight T-700 carbon shaft

The straight shaft is manufactured from T-700 carbon, selected to provide a strong and durable structure while keeping overall paddle weight and swing weight low.

Its straight profile provides a familiar and versatile grip, allowing the paddler to move their hands naturally when performing forward, corrective and manoeuvring strokes. The lightweight shaft also contributes to the paddle’s responsive feel and can help reduce fatigue during sustained paddling.

Secure carbon Posi-Lok ferrule

The two-piece construction makes the Tango easier to transport and store than a one-piece paddle.

Aqua Bound’s 100% carbon Posi-Lok ferrule clicks securely into position and uses a convenient dual-button release. The blades can be feathered to the left or right in 15° increments, allowing the setup to be adjusted to suit the paddler’s preferred blade angle.

The carbon ferrule construction is corrosion resistant, making it well suited to regular touring and sea-kayaking use when correctly rinsed and maintained.

Who is the Aqua Bound Tango for?
The Tango is particularly well suited to:

• Low-angle touring paddlers
• Sea and coastal kayakers
• Paddlers covering longer distances
• Those upgrading from a heavier recreational paddle
• Kayakers looking to reduce swing weight
• Paddlers who prefer smooth power over an aggressive catch
• Anyone needing a premium paddle that separates for storage and transport
  
  

Key features

• Premium two-piece touring kayak paddle
• Designed for efficient low-angle paddling
• Smooth and progressive forward stroke
• Handcrafted multi-laminate fibreglass blades
• High-pressure compression-moulded blade construction
• Lightweight T-700 carbon straight shaft
• 100% carbon Posi-Lok ferrule
• Left- and right-handed feather adjustment
• Feather angles adjustable in 15° increments
• Dual-button ferrule release
• Separates for easier storage and transport
• Quoted weight of approximately 737g
  
  

Technical specifications

Paddle type: Two-piece touring kayak paddle

Shaft profile: Straight

Shaft material: T-700 carbon

Blade material: Compression-moulded fibreglass

Blade dimensions: 17 × 45cm / 6.6 × 17.9in

Blade surface area: 619cm² / 96sq in

Quoted weight: 737g / 26oz

Ferrule: 100% carbon Posi-Lok

Feather adjustment: Left or right in 15° increments

Ferrule release: Dual button

Quoted paddle weight may vary slightly according to paddle length and normal manufacturing tolerances.

Paddle care

To help keep the paddle and ferrule operating correctly:

• Separate the two paddle sections after use.
• Rinse the blades, shaft and ferrule with clean, fresh water.
• Check each section and the ferrule for sand, salt or other debris.
• Allow all components to dry thoroughly.
• Store the paddle separated in a clean, dry indoor location.

This care is particularly important after use in salt water or silty conditions.