ZSS • High Twist Series
Find your grip.
Free your stroke.
A powerful catch. Sustained drive. A clean exit. Incredibly light. Meet the HT Series carbon wing paddle.
Explore the blade details. Click an image to enlarge.
$690.00 inc. GST
Choose your construction, blade size and shaft, then personalise your assembly and accessories.
Store collection: Fingal Head. For international orders and distribution enquiries, contact info@zss.com.au.
Optional paddle bags
Compare the two bags below, then choose your preferred option in the paddle selection panel.
Add $40
A padded travel bag for a two-piece or adjustable paddle. Its heavy-duty PVC lining, padded blade separator and rugged binding help protect your paddle in transit.
The bag possesses a carry handle, removable shoulder strap and additional buckle security.
Add $20
A soft, affordable cover made from heavyweight stretch fleece, with an internal blade separator, carry handle and drawcord toggle closure.
The fleece stretches to accommodate paddles slightly longer than the padded option would be able to cater for. Will fit all kayak, dragon boat and outrigger paddles.
Store a clean paddle in your bag and keep sand and grit out to help protect the blade finish and adjustment mechanism.
Blade design
The HT (High Twist) Series combines a twisted teardrop profile with substantial surface area near the blade’s entry. That area stays relatively constant through the middle before tapering quickly, supporting a strong catch and sustained mid-stroke grip with a clean, rapid exit.
The pronounced twist encourages the blade to move laterally away from the boat through the stroke. Its shape is designed to support body rotation and an effective wing-paddle technique.
A closer look at the HT blade’s profile, carbon construction and finish.
Find your setup →Blade dimensions
| Blade size | Area (cm²) | Length (cm) | Width (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HT 680 | 680 | 49.4 | 14.6 |
| HT 705 | 705 | 49.8 | 15.4 |
| HT 720 | 720 | 50.1 | 15.6 |
| HT 735 | 735 | 50.4 | 15.7 |
Find your size
| Blade area (cm²) | General sizing guide |
|---|---|
| 680 | Younger male and female sprint and surf paddlers, and smaller-built adults. |
| 705 | A commonly chosen men’s ocean ski size; suitable for many male spec ski paddlers aged 15+ and the strongest female spec ski paddlers. |
| 720 | Male spec ski and marathon paddlers, strong younger male sprint paddlers and female sprint paddlers. |
| 735 | Stronger male spec ski paddlers, reasonably strong male marathon paddlers and stronger female sprint paddlers. |
Please note - the above are guidelines only. Please consult your coach or ZSS Paddling Equipment in regards to a more detailed recommendation.
Construction
Pre-preg carbon skins are matched to a high-density PVC core and formed in heated, pressurised alloy moulds. Controlled resin content helps avoid unnecessary resin weight and voids. A UV-resistant matt finish completes the blade.
| Construction | Approx. weight per blade | Designed for |
|---|---|---|
| XLight | 190 g | Ocean paddling, flatwater sprint and marathon, and surf lifesaving athletes prioritising low blade weight. |
| XStrength | 210 g | Surf lifesaving and paddlers wanting added reassurance when equipment faces impacts or demanding handling. |
Shaft options
| Shaft | Material | Wall | Approx. weight | Feel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XSoft | 100% basalt, filament wound | 1.0 mm | 220 g | Most flexible; relatively impact tolerant. |
| Soft | 20% carbon / 80% basalt, filament wound | 1.1 mm | 220 g | Flexible with very good impact tolerance. |
| Medium | 100% carbon, filament wound | 1.0 mm | 150 g | Ultralight with medium stiffness for racing. |
| Stiff | 100% carbon, filament wound | 1.2 mm | 200 g | Little flex, for strong athletes using larger blades. |
Stiff shafts are available with HT 720 and HT 735 blades only.
Make it yours
The hard-anodised 6061 aluminium adjustment system provides 10 cm of length adjustment and any feather angle from 0° to 90°, right or left.
Prefer a fixed paddle? Choose fixed length and enter your required finished length. For an adjustable paddle, enter the shortest length you require.
| Optional extra | Added price |
|---|---|
| Locator with heat shrink — right or left hand | $10 |
| Deluxe padded paddle bag | $40 |
| Fleece paddle bag | $20 |