Named after the brand from which it was born, the Cataract Blade is a strong and reliable choice for any rowing application, from fishing to whitewater. A moderately thick cross-section allows this paddle to slice into the water, and the teardrop-style...
Raft or drift-boat oars get trickier to handle the longer they get. Use the Cataract Counter Balanced Sleeve to weight the shaft anywhere you like so you can achieve a more balanced feel when you're rowing. The sleeve slides over the handle end of the...
We gave the Cutthroat™ oar blade its scooped shape so you can get the most out of your stroke, no matter the river conditions, and concentrate on what lies ahead. Greater submerged surface area allows for maximum propulsion in low water conditions....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve set these up on kickboats and smaller drift boats where space is tight and control matters. They’re noticeably lighter than traditional oars, easy to handle in current, and the shorter length makes transport...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve set these up on kickboats and smaller drift boats where space is tight and control matters. They’re noticeably lighter than traditional oars, easy to handle in current, and the shorter length makes transport...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve set these up on kickboats and smaller drift boats where space is tight and control matters. They’re noticeably lighter than traditional oars, easy to handle in current, and the shorter length makes transport...
The Magnum II Blade is Cataract Oars' most popular blade, and for good reason. High-grade urethane wrapped around a stiff composite core lends moderate flex and unparalleled strength, and with seven inches of width, it displaces a lot of water, helping...
When you find shallower water to paddle through, don't exhaust yourself with short, choppy strokes that are inefficient. The Cataract Oars Mini Cutthroat Blade has an asymmetrical design that lets you enjoy a powerful stroke, even when low-angle paddling...
Gliding through gentle waters with your trusty kick boat is the Mini Magnum Blade Black O-Ring Removable by Cataract Oars. A smaller version of the tried-and-true Magnum blade, the Mini Magnum is made with high-grade polyurethane around a stiff composite...
Slip the Cataract Oar Stop over the shaft of your Cataract SGG or SGX paddle and keep your rafting or drift-boat oar from sliding through the oarlock. Use a little soap and water or some hairspray to lubricate the shaft, slip the Oar Stop into place,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve rowed these through long, loaded trips, and the counterbalance really saves your shoulders by day four or five. The rope wrap keeps things quiet in the locks and adds durability where it counts when you’re...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve rowed these through long, loaded trips, and the counterbalance really saves your shoulders by day four or five. The rope wrap keeps things quiet in the locks and adds durability where it counts when you’re...
When we want to run a river with a lightweight oar, we're locking in the Streamlite Blade from Cataract Oars. This floating blade only weighs 2. 5 pounds, and its asymmetric shape grabs plenty of water while also saving us energy. This blade is built...
It's hard work keeping our fishing buddies or clients in casting positions all day, which is why we've opted for the Cataract StreamLite Oar Shaft + Rope Wrap. A half-pound lighter than other Cataract oars, the Streamlite saves us energy to keep us on...
It's hard work keeping our fishing buddies or clients in casting positions all day, which is why we've opted for the Cataract StreamLite Oar Shaft + Rope Wrap. A half-pound lighter than other Cataract oars, the Streamlite saves us energy to keep us on...
Lower maintenance than wood, the carbon shaft provides plenty of flex and rebound while trimming significant weight from the typical oar shaft, saving us energy with that weight savings. The X-Wound shaft is compatible with the Cataract, Cutthroat, Magnum...
Lower maintenance than wood, the carbon shaft provides plenty of flex and rebound while trimming significant weight from the typical oar shaft, saving us energy with that weight savings. The X-Wound shaft is compatible with the Cataract, Cutthroat, Magnum...