Paddle manufacturer H2O recently introduced their new Crystal-X paddles to paddlers at the 2010 National Sea Kayak Symposium in Palmer Rapids, Ontario.

We have photographic evidence of H2O representatives severely abusing these paddles by means of carpenters hammer.  Surprisingly the paddles just stood there and took it with no signs of weakness.

Here’s what H2O has to say about the latest addition to their line-up.

H2O's new transparent Touring paddle series incorporates the latest in Injection moulding technologies.  Proprietary blend of polymers, moulded at extreme high temperatures, which create the worlds strongest transparent blade possible.  State of the  art materials engineering, coupled with an efficient blade design creates an  unrivaled paddling experience.

The H2O-Crystal Series Tour paddles are the epitome of performance and esthetics.

The transparent Multi-Component blade design provides incredible performance, with maximum feedback, for a paddle that rivals a full carbon unit at a fraction of the price. High and low angle available.

New / Improved features for the Crystal-X 2010

Advanced DiHedral design with Multiple Component Construction

New Generation of Transparent high performance polyamides - aerospace grade material

Will not fracture like Carbon Fiber or Fiberglass

New Multi-Adjustable center joint - redesigned for 2010 for increased strength and ergonomics

Uses Click locking technology for on the fly feather adjustments in 15° increments

Reflective Graphics for increased visibility and safety