By using the latest technology and extensive testing, BRACA-SPORT has developed a line of oar and scull shafts without equal in both quality and performance.
Our success has come from the unique combination of the materials used, the lay-up techniques and the method of consolidation.
A thin band of High Modulus Carbon (HMC – 0.11mm) is laid upon with varying quantities of High Modulus ‘impact resistant’ glass.
This combination of materials is then introduced to toughened epoxy resin and together they are laid and wound onto a steel mandrel under very precise and exact controls.
Polymerisation takes place at 160°C under high pressure.
The result is a tube of excellent consolidation, high impact resistance and stiffness, all in an a very light package.
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Weight (kg). |
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Ultra Light Gold. |
Ultra Light. |
Standard. |
Recreational. |
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| Oars. | 2.4 - 2.6 |
2.4 - 2.6 |
2.9 - 3.1 |
3.2 - 3.4 |
| Sculls. | 1.4 - 1.5 |
1.4 - 1.5 |
1.7 - 1.8 |
1.9 - 2.0 |
The
new GOLD BRAND family of products is a combination of our best and most
sophisticated oars. Ultra Light Gold shafts are marked by a distinctive
Gold band and represent the highest level of know-how and quality BRACA-SPORT
offers for rowers.
By using a special layering system with a 100% pure high modulus carbon shaft and a special carbon blade structure, the Gold brand products have the highest level of stiffness at the same weight as the Ultra Light oars.
BRACA-SPORT made a special and exclusive surface design for its Gold Brand to underline the hi-tech nature of these products.
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Ultra Light (Yellow band) shafts are produced by using 100% pure high modulus carbon. These shafts have maximum lightness and high stiffness. |
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Standard (Red band) shafts have a lower carbon content. They are less stiff then the Ultra light and are 20% heavier. This material combination has the highest possible impact resistance. |
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Recreational (Green band) still retains excellent ‘stiffness’ and ‘feel’, even though the carbon content has been reduced to 40%. They maintain high impact resistance and carry only a 11% weight premium over the Standard type. Optional handle sizes are available for both younger athletes and adults. |
Each oar and scull has its own individual serial number.
