Yeah, wntrrn, it is the same boat you are thinking of. At 9', they feel super heavy (even with some makeshift counterbalances on them). I'll take your advice and cut them down to 8.5 and see how it feels. Thanks.

And thanks for the crappy oars, Jack!

Lead Bouncer, are you talking about $400 and warranty for the carbide blade? That seems way too high. You think the oars are overkill? I'm just confused by the post.