Shafts are vinyl wrapped black anodized aluminum and are oval shaped at normal hand position. Spoon blades are glass-filled, high-impact asymmetrical plastic blade, which you can position at 60 degrees left, right or inline for better control. 2 piece kayak paddle.Specifications and Features: Blade: 7-1/4"W x 18-1/4"L Oval shaft in hand position Groves in the ferrule connection prevent the build-up of sand and debris