Werner Ovation Ultralight

Lightweight Touring Paddle

The Werner Ovation is an ultra-light, premium low-angle touring paddle built for efficiency and long-distance comfort. Its full-carbon, foam-core blades make each stroke feel exceptionally light and buoyant, while the dihedral shape keeps the paddle stable and smooth in the water. The Smart-View adjustable ferrule provides precise feathering and a solid, one-piece feel despite being a two-piece paddle.

The paddle’s weight is its standout feature: around 521 g for the straight shaft and 577 g for the bent shaft, making it one of the lightest touring paddles available. Combined with thin, quiet blade edges and a clean back face, it delivers a refined catch and release that reduces fatigue over long days on the water. Its mid-size blades suit a wide range of paddlers who prefer relaxed, low-angle technique.  The Ovation excels for performance-focused touring in calmer to moderate conditions on both inland water and sea.