Segla Gear - Zyren

Wide-Blade Carbon Power : Built for Surf, Whitewater, and Aggressive Paddling

The Zyren is Segla Gear's most impact-ready paddle: a wide-blade, full-carbon straight shaft designed for environments where the water fights back. Built from Toray T700 Carbon Fiber in a 6K+3K Hybrid Weave with a reinforced 4 mm blade tip and Full Kevlar Strap Edge, the Zyren is engineered to take punishment in surf zones, whitewater, and technical sea conditions, without sacrificing the weight savings and feel of premium carbon construction.

Blade Shape & Feel

The Zyren runs the widest blade in the Segla Gear lineup at 710 cm², measuring 44.5 cm × 20.8 cm. This broad, powerful profile is optimised for an aggressive, high-angle catch , the kind of stroke you need when you're punching through surf, bracing in breaking water, or accelerating hard out of an eddy. The blade loads immediately and powerfully, with the Toray T700 6K+3K Hybrid Weave providing a stiff, high-impact-resistant layup that holds its shape under load. The Etha-lite Foam Core keeps the blade buoyant and responsive for support strokes and braces, and the Hydrophobic Nano Coating sheds water cleanly on every exit. The Nano-Coated Ergonomic Grip on the straight shaft gives you a firm, confident hold in turbulent conditions.

Construction & Weight

The Zyren's blades are built from Toray T700 Carbon Fiber in a 6K+3K Hybrid Weave , a layup that prioritises impact resistance alongside stiffness, making it well-suited to the rock strikes, paddle slaps, and high-force bracing that come with surf and whitewater use. The Full Kevlar Strap Edge reinforces the blade perimeter, and the 4 mm Reinforced Blade Tip adds extra protection at the most vulnerable point. The Smart-View Adjustable feathering system allows quick angle changes on the water. Weight: 844 g (196–206 cm) and 864 g (206–216 cm).

Length & Sizing

Available in 196–206 cm (844 g) and 206–216 cm (864 g) — shorter than most touring paddles, which suits the high-angle, close-to-hull stroke used in surf and whitewater. The shorter length gives you faster blade recovery and more control in dynamic water. Most paddlers in surf or whitewater will find the 196–206 cm range ideal; the 206–216 cm suits taller paddlers or those using the Zyren in sea kayaking contexts where a slightly longer reach is preferred. The 29 mm shaft diameter suits most hand sizes.

Intended Use

The Zyren is built for surf kayaking, whitewater, and technical sea kayaking in demanding conditions. Its wide blade and reinforced construction make it the right tool when you need maximum power for a single stroke, a brace in breaking surf, a ferry across fast current, or a sprint to clear a rock. It also suits sea kayakers who paddle exposed coastlines and want a blade that can handle whatever the conditions throw at it.

Who It Suits

• Surf kayakers who need a wide, powerful blade for launching, bracing, and riding waves
• Whitewater paddlers wanting a durable carbon blade that handles high-impact use
• Technical sea kayakers on exposed coastlines, tidal races, and rock gardens
• Paddlers who prioritise power and durability over low weight in demanding environments