2015 Dragon Line Guide - lo-res-email

DRAGON BOAT

2015

TOGETHER ON THE WATER


HOW IT ALL STARTEDBorn on the island of Oahu and located in Bend, Oregon for over 20 years, KIALOA grew out of our love for the sport of outrigger racing. Driven by the need for performance equipment and the desire to build the best paddles in the world, my husband Dave began blending Hawaiian craftsmanship with modern technology, and the result was a line of beautiful, handcrafted wooden outrigger paddles. As the demand for lighter equipment arose, Dave responded by developing the first Hybrid Canoe Paddle for the outrigger community.

ENTER DRAGON BOATINGIn 2002 I had the privilege of racing dragon boats on the Yangtze River in the Three Gorges region - just before the world’s largest hydroelectric power station went into operation. An unforgettable experience, I came back from that trip excited about the sport and culture of dragon boat paddling, feeling the same sense of community I got from racing with my outrigger crew. So I asked Dave to build me a dragon boat paddle.Fast forward to the present and you see that we’ve applied our 24 years of paddle building experience, our complete attention to detail, and our obsession with quality materials and construction, to produce a full line of dragon paddles and accessories.

SHARING THE EXPERIENCEWhile the heritage of KIALOA is racing, we understand that paddling is really about people. Whether your goal is to win a race, enjoy time with friends, or to find solitude on the water, the true essence of paddling is the experience, and the relationships that are born out of that shared experience. When you use a KIALOA paddle, we are there with you. Together on the water.

– Meg Chun

Original line of Kialoa Paddles.

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THE ERGO-T™

We have logged a lot of paddling miles after 25 years. We understand how invaluable it is to have a comfortable ergonomic grip for your top hand. Though the Ergo-T™ was designed many years ago, it is tried and true. The front of the T is straight with a rounded edge so that your fingers can wrap comfortably around the handle, while the back is elliptical with a rounded edge that fits into the palm of your hand.

“ The KIALOA paddle felt right the very first time I put it in the water. It felt like an extension of me and I felt graceful. I really like the way the curve of the handle fits in my palm and I like the comfort of the oval shaft.” – Margie Kron, BSC Paddler

THE DIFFERENCE IS IN THE DETAILS

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION AND SUSTAINABILITY We are committed to quality construction. We build all of our products with our core value of Excellence (Po’okela) being top of mind. Our paddles are durable, long lasting, and have a bomber connection between the blade and the shaft. All paddles are assembled at our shop in Bend, Oregon with multiple quality control steps in place.Producing products leads to waste. There’s no way around it. One of the ways we reduce waste is by making products that last and retain value, thereby minimizing landfill contributions. This practice reflects our core value of Stewardship (Malama) – caring for people and our environment.

BLADE DESIGNA set of very tight specs on blade design keeps us on our toes in efforts to be innovative, but we did it. We developed our carbon blade for optimal catch and adhesion. When we put paddles in the hands of life long competitors we got some great feedback.

“ When I first demoed the Hybrid, something felt different. The blade was sticking and really holding water at the catch. When I pulled, I could feel the paddle grab the water without slipping. I was impressed. When I compared the blade of the Kialoa to other dragon boat paddles, I could see that it was really designed to do just this, stick. In dragon boating, the paddle time in the water is so short, you have to make all your water time count.” – David Gallant

The Carbon Ergo-T™ The Wood Ergo-T™

LeverLock® Adjustable Technology For 2015 we are applying our LeverLock® technology to the dragon boat line and offer the best adjustment mechanism on the market. You can adjust your paddle with the simple flick of a lever. There are no external mechanisms on the shaft and there are no tools needed to make the adjustment. (See page 5 for more details)

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Yin Yang HybridThe YinYang Hybrid is like a great yoga session. A perfect balance of lightness and strength.

TOP:�� Hand shaped wood Ergo-T™ Grip

SHAFT:�� Hand shaped

�� Oval tapered wood for a warm comfortable grip

�� Triple laminated for strength and durability

�� Natural vibration dampening qualities of wood

BLADE:�� Carbon/Epoxy with PVC foam core

�� Internal carbon reinforced edge banding for durability

�� Thin tip for clean entry

19 ounces

IDBF Approved

$239

Metta Meditation through movement. With its comfortable oval shaft and carbon Ergo-T grip, the Metta allows you to become one with your paddle.

TOP:�� Carbon Ergo-T™ Grip

SHAFT::�� Carbon 3K

�� Oval tapered for a comfortable grip




15 ounces

IDBF Approved

$299

ZenAchieve enlightenment. The Zen is our lightest, strongest paddle. Available with either a carbon Ergo-T™ or Palm grip, the Zen will put you in touch with your higher self.

TOP OPTIONS:�� Carbon Ergo-T™ Grip

�� Carbon Palm Grip

SHAFT:�� Carbon Fiber 3K

�� Pre-preg carbon for superior strength to weight ratio

�� Round




13 ounces

IDBF Approved

$279

Three great splash graphic optionsPersonalize your paddle with one of our new splash graphics for 2015.

NEW FOR 2015

‘A– inaWe have chosen the name ‘A-ina to represent our 2015 graphic. The word ‘A-ina is a powerful and expansive word that encompasses more than its simple translation of “land” or “earth.” It also means “that which feeds.”At KIALOA we live the value of Ma-lama ‘A-ina and this is reflected in the way we develop products, in our business practices, and in our beliefs about sustainability. Please visit www.kialoa.com/aina to learn more about this.

OCEAN LAVA ORCHID

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6" PRO-T™

We’ve combined our comfortable Carbon Ergo-T™ grip, our Carbon Insert and LeverLock® technology to offer you 6 inches (45" -51") of first class adjustability. You can now size your paddle to fit the boat, your position in the boat, and the water conditions, all with the flick of a lever inside the grip. No tools to lose, no extra bulk on the outside of the shaft. Seamless and tough, just like your starts off the line.

with Ergo-T™ Grip

Personalize your paddle with one of our new splash graphics for 2015.

OCEAN LAVA ORCHID

NEW ADJUSTABLE FOR 2015

Zen AdjustableLight, strong and now adjustable. Achieve Nirvana with the new Zen Adjustable paddle.

TOP�� 6" Pro-T™ Insert

- Carbon Ergo-T Grip

- Carbon Shaft Insert

- Leverlock® Technology

SHAFT:�� Carbon Fiber 3K


�� Round




15 ounces

IDBF Approved

$319

NEW ADJUSTABLE FOR 2015

Lotus AdjustableThe Lotus is as beautiful as its namesake, with no loss in performance.

Ohhmm..my god, this is a sweet paddle.

TOP:�� 6" Pro-T™ Insert

- Carbon Ergo-T Grip

- Carbon Shaft Insert

- Leverlock® Technology

SHAFT:�� Carbon Fiber with faux wood finish for a beautiful asthetic


�� Round




16 ounces

IDBF Approved

$319

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MakahikiSpend more time at the festival with the no-maintenance, high performance, ultra-durable Makahiki.

TOP:�� ABS T-Grip

SHAFT:�� Fiberglass for good strength to weight ratio

�� Round

BLADE:�� Ultra durable CFRT Fiberglass

19.5 ounces

This Paddle is not IDBF Approved

$109

Dragon Blade CoverNot just for looks, this blade cover gets the job done. Constructed of 600D Polyester, it’s padded on both sides with an extra layer of padding on the quilted side and an external zippered pocket which runs the entire length of the cover.$24.95

Save Your Okole Seat PadKIALOA’s gel filled seat pad and built-in water bottle holder is easy to install with a single buckled strap. The grip on the pad’s underside prevents the seat from slipping and the handy water bottle holder keeps your water out from under your teammate’s feet. This seat measures 16 inches wide by 12 inches deep.$46.00

Dragon Paddle BagThis tough bag, made from 600D Polyester, is loaded with features and holds up to 2 paddles. Features include: adjustable reinforced shoulder strap, retractable elastic handle, ultra padded with extra padding in the blade compartment, external pocket with key lanyard, hanging loop for retail or storage, and rapid connect system for team travel.$69.95

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Women’s Pukana HoodieFrom the mountains to the sea, you’ll look great in our Women’s 60% cotton 40% polyester French terry hoodie. This piece has contrasting trims, thumbholes for extra coziness and artwork on front and back. Standard Fit. MSRP: $59.00WHITE

MINT

BLACK

Paddle VisorSometimes you just don’t feel like wearing a hat but you still want some sun protection. For times like these, a visor is just the ticket. You’ll get what you need with our garment washed cotton sandwich sport visor. Terry sweatband and front logo embroidery. One Size.MSRP $25.00

Mahina CapWe love this new women’s panel twill/mesh trucker with our Mahina (moon) design and you will too. Short crown height, front screen print, one size.MSRP $20.00

SEE OUR FULL LINE OF APPAREL AT KIALOA.COM

Men’s Reflection HoodieStay warm after your paddling session with our 80% cotton 20% polyester French terry hoodie. Contrasting zipper trim, thumbholes and screenprint on front and back make for a functional and stylish hoodie. MSRP: $59.00

NAVY HEATHERBLACK

BLACK CEMENT

‘A– ina BoardshortYou’ll find comfort both on and off the water with our 4 way stretch 85% polyester 15% spandex boardshorts. Contrasting trim and construction detail, side flap pocket, and 21" outseam.MSRP: $59.00

Wai Trucker CapWai, which means water, is the perfect name for the perfect hat. Our 5 panel twill/mesh Wai Trucker sports our new logo in a watercolor design. Front screen print, one size.MSRP $25.00

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At KIALOA we have three core values that give direction to our daily work lives. From product development to business development, our core values help guide the way. Below are examples of ways in which we live our core values - how we live like we paddle.

PO’OKELA (Excellence)

We strive for excellence in our product and our service through the pursuit of innovation and commitment to quality.

We are committed to providing the best products for paddlers through innovative design, selective materials and a lean manufacturing process.

We are dedicated to serving our customers as kindly and fairly as possible.

We are committed to standing behind our products and providing excellent service when doing so.

MA–

LAMA (Stewardship)

We honor the traditions of the past and dreams of the future by caring for people and our environment.

We strive to minimize our impact on the landfill by building long lasting products which maintain their value, and by recycling and repurposing parts.

We give back to the paddling community via our donation program, paddle scholarship, event support, and support of adaptive paddling groups.

LAULIMA (Teamwork)

Our employees, our customers, and our business partners-we are all in this together.

We love working in teams, and team paddling has taught us the key to great teamwork - cooperation, collaboration, and open communication.

We see our employees, customers and business partners as just that – partners, and believe in treating them as such.


Warranty: KIALOA products have a one-year warranty from date of purchase against defects in materials and craftsmanship. If you experience any problems with a KIALOA product, return it to your authorized dealer, or contact KIALOA directly. Proof of purchase is required. Defective paddles will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of KIALOA. Damage due to wear and tear or misuse can be repaired at a reasonable charge.

Printed with soy-based inks. Catalog ©2015 KIALOA PADDLES, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Images and photographs ©2015 KIALOA Paddles or their respective owners.

KIALOA Paddles

747 SE Business Way

Suite 6

Bend, OR 97702

Ph: 541-382-5355

Fax: 541-382-5552

www.kialoa.com

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