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YakGear Backwater Assassin Carbon Fiber Hybrid Paddle

YakGear Backwater Assassin Carbon Fiber Hybrid Paddle

$164.99 - $164.99
$164.99
$164.99 - $164.99
$164.99

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Backwater Assassin Carbon Fiber Hybrid Paddle

The Backwater Assassin Carbon Fiber Hybrid Paddle is the full-size version of its legendary predecessor, the Assault Hand Paddle. Weighing right at 38 ounces and 42 ounces, respectively, paddle design and technology is again moving forward!

The Assassin is available in 2 different adjustable lengths: 230-240cm (90.5-94.5in) & 250-260cm (98.5-102.5). The Assassin kayak paddles not only display the patented "hook and teeth" blade design and raised graphics package, they also provide unsurpassed performance and versatility. The hook is great for grabbing a line in the water, pulling in decoys, pulling you closer to the dock, or making a tree limb easier to reach. The oversized blade helps to pull a lot of water when paddling and makes turning even easier. The Assassin was designed for both high angle and low angle paddlers.


The shaft is made of a carbon hybrid material to help reduce the overall weight and the oversized ABS injected nylon blade is hard enough to push off on any surface and not crack or flex. Is your lure stuck in a tree? No problem, just grab the branch. Too close to the rocks or oyster shells? No problem, just give a push.

Backwater Assassin Carbon Fiber Hybrid Paddle

Backwater Assassin Paddle Features

  • Available in 230-240cm or 250-260cm adjustable lengths
  • ABS injected nylon blade
  • Hook feature to grab your line, waterfowl decoy, dock, or tree limb
  • Serrated teeth edge can be used to launch yourself off solid surfaces
  • Made of strong, fade resistant plastic
  • Drip rings included
  • Available only in a black shaft and black blade

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Jmor
Great paddle / Excellent Service

This is my second one, the first I ordered was too long, entirely my bad. Echo was gracious to help me out on the return and get me the right paddle asap . Great little adjustable paddle. Light and strong. I’m sure it will come in handy with the hook and the cleat like teeth for river fishing in the tight deadfall littered , shallow rivers I fish. Good job Yak Gear and Eco Fishing.

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Todd Skillman
great paddle

Lightweight for the price and paddles well. Adjustments are easy to make as well.

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Brian

The hook and serrated edge are great. When it comes time to drag through shallows I use the hook to grab the front strap of kayak and pull it like a rope. It's a real back saver!

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Debra R OQuinn
Great paddle

Lightweight! Love it!

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Anonymous

This paddle is well built very pleased with my product EcoFishing is the best!

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James Patterson
Light weight and Strong

I originally had a different paddle in mind that was fiberglass, as I am very familiar with a variety of Fiberglass products, however ECO recommending this Backwater Assassin Carbon Fiber and I immediately noticed the weight difference. Very light in the hand which is essentially much better for those long trips. I have experience with kayaking but so very long ago, this is my first bought Paddle, however, I have not had the chance to use it as I just recently bought a Frontier 12 and awaiting for it to ship. ECO answered ALL my questions and thoughts, really helped me and was a HUGE help as I'm getting back into Kayaking after so long. I am very impressed by ECO as well as this Backwater Assassin Carbon Fiber Paddle and the best thing is that it is Adjustable. I really love the clamp down style of the adjustable piece rather than those Push in metal button kind. I feel like those push in button types are not as stiff and fell a slight wobble within the paddle shaft. THIS is super stiff and I absolutely love it. I highly recommend it. If an adjustable one is not really one you're looking for, talk to the guys at ECO and they will definitely help you get the perfect one for you.

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Cburgess047@gmail.com
Great upgrade

Light in the hand , but very firm in the stroke. First carbon handle I've had and now im wondering why I didn't get one sooner.

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z.jackson
I hate this paddle. The hook catches every weed and piece of grass you go through

I fish a lot of heavy cover for snakehead. This paddle is the absolute worst for that environment. The hook gets caught on every piece of grass and weed that you paddle through. You end up covering your boat and self with grass. On the plus side the balance and weight are nice, but they should offer the same paddle without the notch / hook in the head.

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jasond.hale@evsck12.com
Wow

Love it! First Paddle I have ever bought! Love the grip on the blade! I was easily able to stabilize my kayak with this paddle while bottom fishing.

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Rob T
Bonus order

I recently bought a kayak and the guys at ECO gave me a great deal on the Backwater assasin two piece paddle. The paddle design is great and ridgid enough to push off or use to get in and out of your yak. I recommend you check out this product.

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Evard Smith
1st kayak paddles

Love them. The hook. The claw. Yes. Cool carbon handle.

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Tom Klucher
Backwater assassin paddle

Well built and lightweight

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William Rife
Backwater Assassin paddle - excellent

Backwater Assassin paddle was recommended by ECO. In short, if you fish especially in rivers.. GET THIS. Thank me later. I don’t know how it could be better. It’s built for work and light to work with.

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Mike

does it come apart to stow

Eco Fishing Shop

Hi Mike,
Yes, this paddle breaks down to two pieces.