: Have any of you had a kayak paddle that will not go together even when it is
: competely clean? I have two paddles that I have used for years that have
: develped that problem. They are mated to the correct other end. It seems
: to be the inner tube that is too large as the outer tube on both paddles
: will go on a 3rd identical paddle just fine. They are all glass shaft
: paddles.

Happens to me on occasion, less so with my one piece GP

The ferrule, the inner piece tends to change size quicker with changes in temperature/humidity than the outer tube and then the paddle binds. I just sand the inner part lightly and that cures it.

I even had to clamp one end in a vice (wrapped in an old towel) then turn with pliers to remove it once. Somewhat scary with an expensive paddle.

Bill H.