Abstract: Embodiments are disclosed that relate to adjustable kayak paddles. One disclosed embodiment provides a paddle including a first shaft section having an outer surface with one or more indicia and a second shaft section angularly positionable relative to the first shaft section about a paddle axis, the second shaft section being configured to at least partially surround the outer surface of the first shaft section is provided. The second shaft section further includes a viewing opening configured to permit viewing of one or more of the indicia therethrough when the first and second shaft sections are coupled together. The paddle further includes a coupler operable to releasably couple the first shaft section with the second shaft section at a plurality of angular positions.