fanatic adjusable paddle

[spenny]

hi,  ive just bought a carbon adjustable paddle and it lets in a small amount of water when i surf.
is this normal or is the paddle faulty.
its not a cheap item.  thanks

[xyzzy]

What brand?  Most carbon adjustables that I'm aware of (Kialoa, Naish) do recommend disassembly and full rinse after every exposure to saltwater.

[SUP-poser]

My Werner carbon adjustable does let in small amounts of water, and I've been removing the handle and rinsing it after sessions. I looked in the shaft and there is a "floor" that apparently prevents water penetration past the telescoping adjustable segment. I've never been aware of the tiny quantity of water that intrudes: no sloshing or perceptible water weight so far.

[stoneaxe]

You always want to rinse after use. None are completely water tight that have an adjustment mechanism that I know of. A small amount is normal.