>> I'm not a fan of using oil on my paddle for a couple of reasons, I find that it tends to attract and hold gunk at the ferrule, and if it seeps out and on to the shaft it's kind'a slippery. If you are concerned with corrosion I would reccomend a good fresh water rinsing after paddling and periodic inspection of the button. >> Years ago at a symposium a rep from Werner Paddles recommended spraying a little silicone spray in the joint rather than using oil or a spray like WD-40. Like Rob, he pointed out that oil-based sprays can actually attract grit, which over time can abrade and loosen the joint. Chuck Holst *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Thu Mar 09 2000 - 07:00:44 PST
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