Carlisles are tough and maintenance free, which is why they are the most popular raft paddles in America. They have strong aluminum shafts, colored plastic blades and grips, and are sealed so they float if dropped overboard. Carlisle Economy Paddles are 60″ long with black blades and a bare aluminum shaft. Eight-inch poly hand grip is sleeved to the bottom of the shaft above the blade. These paddles are basically the same as the more popular Standard Paddle, but without the full length poly sleeve on the shaft and the color options.