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2. Paddle tennis - Wikipedia

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   The net is placed at a height of 31 inches (0.78 m). On the west coast, a restraint line is drawn 12 feet (3.66 m) back parallel to the net. The back two on either side of the court are made of a special type of layered glass, that allows for rebounds to take place.

3. Sea kayak - Wikipedia

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   And lastly, kayak depth (or the height from the hull to the highest area of the deck) can range from 28 to 40 cm (11 to 16 in) [citation needed] high. This design is typical of modern sea kayaks and has a low rear deck for easy rolling, a white water cockpit, compartments that allow the kayaker to reach into them while at sea, and a sloping ...

4. Outline of canoeing and kayaking - Wikipedia

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   Number of blades on the paddle: The easiest way to distinguish between a kayak and a canoe is the number of blades on the paddle. A canoe paddle usually has a single blade on one end, while a kayak paddle is bladed at both ends. [4] Sitting position: In a canoe the paddler either kneels on the bottom of the boat or sits on a raised seat.

5. Platform tennis - Wikipedia

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   Paddles and balls used in platform tennis. A spongy ball measuring 2.5 inches (64 mm) in diameter is used. The ball can be served overhand. The ball is struck with a paddle that extends 18 inches (460 mm) and which may have up to 87 holes measuring no more than 3 ⁄ 8 inch (9.5 mm) in diameter to improve its aerodynamics.

6. Kayaking - Wikipedia

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   The second set of essentials for kayaking is an off-set paddle where the paddle blades are tilted to help reduce wind resistance while the other blade is being used in the water. These vary in length and also shape depending on the intended use, the height of the paddler, and the paddler's preference.

7. Paddle - Wikipedia

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   Because the kayak paddle is not supported by the boat, paddles made of lighter materials are desired; it is not uncommon for a kayak paddle to be two pounds (32 ounces (910 grams) ) or less and very expensive paddles can be as light as 22 ounces (620 grams). Weight savings are more desirable at the ends of the paddle rather than in the middle.