If you’re looking for a cheaper and much better boomstick , I highly recommend the AIREO Cyclone (with added lead tape). This paddle is absolutely incredible. I’m not an ambassador or anything , just the local paddle junkie. I typically don’t go towards the smaller brands as much as the big brands, but this paddle blew me away and should really be considered an early front runner for paddle of the year . Actually let a 4.5 friend demo it last night at Tap N Paddles, and they instantly went home and ordered it.” --- Keith