Sawyer Polecat Oar Shaft-Counter Balanced

*Available in 8.5' or 9' (length is the overall measurement including shaft and blade) Shaft: The Polecat is Sawyer's solution for the cost conscious oar buyer who wants the lightweight strength advantage of a fiberglass shaft with the history of superior design and durability only offered by Sawyer. Includes upgraded Counter Balance Grip - Ease the strain on your arms with a 2.5lb counter balance weight in the handle of a barrel grip. Offsets the weight of the blade and lower oar when in your oarlock. Standard Shaft Features: Fiberglass whitewater oar shaft Comes standard with rope wrap and rubber stop Laminated Fir barrel grip w/vinyl rubber grip covers Interchangeable blades via TiteSet Blade Lock - solid, fail safe connection that won't rattle or jam  Oar Blades Sawyer Oar Shafts are compatible with all 1 5/8"  Oar Blades. Sold separately. OAR SHAFT LENGTH: Composite oar shaft lengths are sized to the fully assembled overall length of the oar with a  27" oar blade attached, so if you want a 9' oar, order a 9' composite shaft. With 30" Blades, the fully assembled measurements are 8'9" and 9'3" Recommended blades to pair shaft with: For Fishing: 27" Cataract Cutthroat Blade  30" Sawyer Dynelite Shoal Cut Blade  For Whitewater: 27" Cataract Magnum II Blade for whitewater. This product does not qualify for free shipping. Oversized Item $75 Surcharge Incurred. If purchasing multiple blades or oars call the shop for best shipping cost 1-406-542-7411