[Paddlewise] Problem with two piece paddle

Hey all,

I have a two piece bent shaft carbon paddle.  I have had it for four or 
five years.  I like it better than any other paddle I ever owned but it 
has developed a problem.  A bit of play has developed in the fit of the 
locking button and the hole it mates with.  It does not prevent me from 
using the paddle but is enough to be quite annoying.  It also seems to 
me that the movement will likely increase the problem very quickly.  An 
obvious solution is to simply glue the two parts together permanently 
but I paddle feathered or unfeathered depending on conditions.

I hate the thought of using another paddle and hate even more the 
thought of shelling out at least $300 to replace it. Any suggestions 
for taking the play out?

Cheers,

Michael in Tallahassee 
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