Paddle lock

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Two paddle lanyards on a paddle.

A paddle lock is used when sea ​​kayaking and paddling on open water to avoid losing a paddle . It must not be used while whitewater paddling . The paddle can either be attached to a canoeist or a sea ​​kayak . They are available both elastic and with a fixed leash. It often has a release mechanism. The line can also be in a re-entry will be used as an aid. Especially when driving solo there is a risk that if the paddle is lost, for example after capsizing, it can no longer be reached.