SMOKER Whitewater Oar

Description & Features

The SMOKER Whitewater Oar is built for demanding river conditions where strength and durability matter most. Crafted from solid northern white ash, it features a thicker whitewater blade designed to handle big water, shallow runs, and rocky bottoms. A Dynel and Kevlar Pro-Tip comes standard to protect the blade from rock strikes and debris. Trusted by outfitters and experienced rafters, this oar delivers proven performance season after season.

Features

• Solid northern white ash construction for strength and long-term durability.
• Tapered shaft circumference provides a counterbalanced feel with smooth, controlled flex.
• Thick solid ash blade with a slight crown power face for efficient, stable strokes.
• Dynel & Kevlar Pro-Tip protects the blade edge from rocks and abrasion.
• Marine-grade spar varnish seals the wood against moisture while highlighting natural grain.
• Grip configuration by length: up to 9' includes round barrel grip with black vinyl covers; over 9'6" uses a straight grip.
• Outfitter-ready setup with rope wrap, rubber stop, and Pro-Tip included.

Specs

• Lengths: 8'–12' overall length
• Shaft diameter: 2.3" at wrap.
• Shaft protection: Rope wrap and rubber stop.
• Blade protection: Dynel & Kevlar Pro-Tip.
• Blade profile: Whitewater blade (dimensions vary by oar length).

Materials & Construction

Solid Ash Construction

Sawyer's solid ash oar shafts are crafted from a single piece of high-quality northern ash known for its strength, toughness, and natural flex. Ash natually absorbs shock and stays strong under load, giving the shaft a smooth, progressive feel and controlled, efficient strokes on the water. Its straight grain and hardwood properties help balance strength with flex, making ash shafts comfortable to use over long days while standing up to repeated impacts and heavy use.

Dynel & Kevlar Pro-Tip Protection

The Pro-Tip adds Kevlar and Dynel protection at the edge or tip of the blade, where it takes the most abuse for unmatched abrasion and impact resistance. This tough reinforcement guards against rock hits and hard use while extending blade life and maintaining reliable performance over time.

Marine-Grade Spar Varnish

A premium marine-grade spar varnish finish seals against moisture and UV rays while bringing out the natural wood grain and craftsmanship Sawyer is known for.