The Epic Mid Wing paddle is the best choice for most fitness or racing paddlers. Epic Mid Wing paddles are available in Signature Hybrid, Full Carbon Stiff Shaft and Full Carbon Medium Flex Shaft construction options. All Mid Wing paddles come standard with Length-Lock technology. The Full Carbon Stiff Shaft construction option is most often preferred by sprint racers, while the Full Carbon Medium Flex Shaft construction option is better suited to distance paddlers.