*Available in 8.5' or 9' (length is the overall measurement including shaft and blade)
Shaft: The Polecat is Sawyer's solution for the cost conscious oar buyer who wants the lightweight strength advantage of a fiberglass shaft with the history of superior design and durability only offered by Sawyer. Includes upgraded Counter Balance Grip - Ease the strain on your arms with a 2.5lb counter balance weight in the handle of a barrel grip. Offsets the weight of the blade and lower oar when in your oarlock.
Standard Shaft Features:
- Fiberglass whitewater oar shaft
- Comes standard with rope wrap and rubber stop
- Laminated Fir barrel grip w/vinyl rubber grip covers
- Interchangeable blades via TiteSet Blade Lock - solid, fail safe connection that won't rattle or jam
Oar Blades
Sawyer Oar Shafts are compatible with all 1 5/8" Oar Blades. Sold separately.
OAR SHAFT LENGTH: Composite oar shaft lengths are sized to the fully assembled overall length of the oar with a 27" oar blade attached, so if you want a 9' oar, order a 9' composite shaft.
With 30" Blades, the fully assembled measurements are 8'9" and 9'3"
Recommended blades to pair shaft with:
For Fishing:
27" Cataract Cutthroat Blade
30" Sawyer Dynelite Shoal Cut Blade
For Whitewater:
27" Cataract Magnum II Blade for whitewater.
This product does not qualify for free shipping. Oversized Item $75 Surcharge Incurred. If purchasing multiple blades or oars call the shop for best shipping cost 1-406-542-7411