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Rio FG IM

 
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Rio FG IM - _rio-fg-im-1343848316

Paddle Info

Brand
Werner

33415 SR 2
Sultan
WA 98294
USA

Phone: +1 360 793-9488 x631



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Paddle Environment
Whitewater
Paddle Type(s)
Kayak
Model Year
2012
Recommended Retail Price
Straight Shaft USD 130
Website
Available Lengths
Recommended Length 191-200cm
Weight
Weight for 197cm
Straight Shaft 1077g/38 oz
Shaft Material(s)
Carbon
Blade Material(s)
  • Fiberglass
  • Nylon
Available Shaft Type(s)
Straight
The Rio FG IM offers an advanced river running blade design at an introductory price point. Mid size blades are so well balanced and easy to use that we highly recommend the Rio FG IM for all entrants into whitewater who demand great paddle performance.

•Fiberglass reinforced nylon mid-size blades are easy to use
•River running design is stable and balanced
•Premium carbon blend shaft has our legendary bomber strength
•2-piece available for inflatable kayaks
FEATURES & FIT OPTIONS:

Create a custom fitting paddle to increase your performance, reduce your fatigue and have more fun on the water. The Rio FG IM comes standard with our fiberglass reinforced nylon blades in our Premium carbon blend straight shaft. You choose either our Standard or Small Diameter shafts. Then use your height and boat width to determine the correct paddle length. Visit Werner's Fit Guide to customize your paddle.

User reviews

1 reviews

Overall rating 
 
3.3
Design 
 
3.0  (1)
Durability 
 
5.0  (1)
Performance 
 
3.0  (1)
Value / Money 
 
2.0  (1)
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Overall rating 
 
3.3
Design 
 
3.0
Durability 
 
5.0
Performance 
 
3.0
Value / Money 
 
2.0

if you have the money for them i would recommend looking around for a different set as they are expensive for the same quality of any other nylon bladed paddle

Review

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paddling 8 years.
Pros / The Good
nice mid size blades for newbies or smaller people . after 3 years of being my primary paddle they still look pretty good
Cons / The Bad
nylon blades do bend a good bit and dont transfer all energy to the water . price
Recommend
Yes
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