Two sturdy pieces of aluminum construction. Impact resistant fiberglass reinforced polypropylene feathered blade design for great durability Adjustable drip rings to help keep hands dry for a better grip Enforced push-button connection with 0 or 65˚ angle adjustment The perfect fit! Our 90.5 inch (230cm) long paddle is not too short and not too long. Perfect for your trips on the water! Ovalization: The shaft goes from a rounded shape to a slightly oval shape (called indexing) which serves as a reference to where you should be placing your right hand