It's one of the worst paddles that I had ever eaten in the first week to about 2-3 mm material, and at the 3rd lap was cut by the blade handle. I have great respect for the products Robson, Robson's kayak and everything is super fine, but the paddle was not the best idea. Luckily I sent it back to the factory and I have changed it. But I do not recommend this model. It's just design. Fluid taken more from them.