Choosing a paddle is largely a matter of personal preference. Ranging from 200 cm to 250 cm, paddle length depends on the height of the person and the width of the kayak. The taller the person is, and the wider the kayak is, the longer you’ll want your paddle to be. Adjustable length paddles are also a great option. Here is also a video with more information on sizing the best paddle for your needs.
See link at bottom to view and download the Riot Whitewater Owner's Manual from 2008. Works fairly well for info on current (since we have not changed them much) and older model (discontinued) kayaks.
We suggest using a 250 cm or longer paddle . The kayak is pretty wide and the longer your paddle is the more comfortable and efficient it is to use for the blades to reach the water.
In this short video we show you how to put together and adjust and set the correct length you want on your Beluga, Riot Kayaks or Boreal Design paddle.
HI Don, Thanks for your interest in the Quest 9.5 kayak. It does not come with a paddle and skirt. However they can be ordered separately on the site. https://riotkayaks.com/collections/paddles https://riotkayaks.com/collections/spray-skirts (you ...
Great question, The bungee goes overtop of the paddle shaft and attaches to a hook above it to hold the paddle horizontally in place on the side of the kayak. This leaves it out of the way to free up your hands for other tasks when not paddling.