Demoed a Kalliste paddle the other day briefly about 8 minutes as it was new and dealer didn't want me making it used. Felt super light like a tooth pick and narrow blade. Felt like I could go for hours on end with it. Speed seemed decent when I picked up the pace to fast in my Solstice. May be good in rough water. Not sure if I want a bigger blade for touring. I want the Ikelos too but a all day paddle first.

Any feed back on these http://www.sksa-ltd.com/dam/paddles.htm#bargains