Slalom • ZSS
Purposeful power.
Clean slicing.
A modern carbon slalom blade with stainless steel tips and a choice of Elite or reinforced Race construction.
Explore the blade details. Click an image to enlarge.
Price range: $375.00 through $425.00 inc. GST
Choose your blade and shaft configuration, then enter your length and select optional 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
A semi-aggressive curve from neck to tip provides grip through the power phase. Low-profile edges, a centre ridge and an internal neck help the blade slice cleanly through the water.
Named in tribute to Jeff “Wepo” Barratt, the Wepo brings ZSS back to its slalom roots. Choose Elite for lower blade weight or Race for additional reinforcement.
Blade dimensions
| Blade size | Area (cm²) | Blade length | Blade width |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium — Elite | 720 | 48.0 cm | 21.0 cm |
| Medium — Race | 720 | 48.0 cm | 21.0 cm |
Find your size
| Blade area / size | Suggested suitability |
|---|---|
| 720 cm² | Stronger female paddlers and smaller or medium-strength male paddlers. |
Please note - the above are guidelines only. Please consult your coach or ZSS Paddling Equipment in regards to a more detailed recommendation.
Construction
A CNC-machined high-density PVC foam core is sandwiched between twill and unidirectional carbon fibre in epoxy resin. Heated alloy moulds produce a gloss finish. 316 stainless steel tips add durability and grip when punting. Elite blades weigh approximately 260 ±15 g each; reinforced Race blades approximately 310 ±15 g each.
Shaft options
| Shaft option | Construction | Feel / details |
|---|---|---|
| Straight | 100% carbon, filament wound | Firm flex; 1.15 mm wall; 29.3 mm OD; approx. 160 g per 115 cm shaft. |
| Ergonomic | 100% carbon, blow moulded | Firm flex; 1.20 mm wall; approx. 190 g. Supplied unassembled. |
Choose shaft feel and paddle length with advice from your coach or ZSS Paddling Equipment.
Make it yours
Adjustable paddles use a hard-anodised 6061 aluminium adjustor. Fixed-length and ergonomic-shaft paddles are supplied unassembled.
Enter the shortest required length for an adjustable paddle, or the finished length for a fixed paddle. Locator and bag choices are available above; a locator supplied with an unassembled paddle will need fitting during assembly.
| Optional extra | Added price |
|---|---|
| Locator with heat shrink — right or left hand | $10 |
| Deluxe padded paddle bag | $40 |
| Fleece paddle bag | $20 |