Is the entire paddle handle aluminum? Including the center connection piece that slides into the other?
765082
Yes. The two halves slide inside each other and there is a button that pops into one of two positions depending what angle you want your blades at. You can't go wrong with this paddle for the price.
765083
Yes the connection piece is aluminum along with the rest of the paddle. Only thing about this paddle is that it doesn't float very well. It will sink. But the yack grips solve that problem and make it more comfortable.
765084
The center is aluminum, with a locking detent. The paddles themselves are a type of durable plastic.
2048501
Yes. There is a plastic lever used to clamp the two halves together. The screwdriver is needed to adjust the tension this lever puts on the two halves. Use the screwdriver at home to adjust it and leave the screwdriver at home when you go out in the field with the paddle.
246722
The handle and the rod are stainless. The tube, and the top and bottom rings are aluminum. The foot of the jack and the bracket at the top that the lever attaches to is plastic. Both are pretty sturdy.
630420
Tessa. The answer is yes. The paddle can be connected and used as a single paddle, if you wish. Great purchase. Enjoy.
1766018
I haven't tried to use a paddle, but I'm sure if you check the manufacturer's website you could either find the attachment, or at least a number to call them to find out.
933043
Yes, the handle is plastic but it is a very sturdy piece. I have no problems with the valve and highly recommend it.
1500822
Is the paddle properly seated on the drive shaft? And make certain you are not over-freezing ingredients If you are ok in both situations, contact manufacturer
1916389
Not no about handle, but valve wise brass. Yes little bit flimsy shaft, but if you can adjust it during assembling, it,s just acceptable.
1345816
Yes both paddles I had purchased the rubbers fell off after about 2-3 months...
1635108
The handle itself is plastic but it is attached to a metal brace that is also the clamp with a non-slip pad. After fives years it's never worked itself loose when the surface is cleaned and properly dry
453281
Two paddles. they seem to be well made and work well for plastic/aluminum paddles.
1406190
Yes, for everything that comes into contact with water. The grip is rubber.
1894962
The paddle is plastic, I am not sure if the bowl is stainless steel, but it is definitely metal. The paddle is fairly durable though, I have used my machine regularly for 4 years without an issue.
548832
Yes. It's not super high quality but it does the job and has held up well. I've even snapped it off and have used it on my adult kayak a couple times. It also comes with paddles
586799
No, there is no plastic. One metal tube slides inside another metal tube, and a metal button pops through an alignment hole. I have taken mine on three floats in the last week, totaling about 35 miles, and love this paddle.
2209667
No. It's glass. There is a metal band holding the handle on but the part that isn't glass is plastic.
241453
This paddle comes out of the factory with the rubbers glued with strong glue, while it is possible to replace them it would be difficult and not recommended. I would look elsewhere for a blade if you want to replace the rubber.