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BENT SHAFT PADDLES THAT’LL HAVE YOU CANOEING LONGER AND HARDER THAN EVER BEFORE
B E ND ING BR A NC HE S
Viper $150 US
www.bendingbranches.com
This is truly a paddle with kickin’ curves. Taking ergonomics and efficiency to the next level, the Viper aligns both wrists with its double-bend design, reducing fatigue and soreness. Add- ing to paddler comfort is a curved palm grip that fits nicely in both small and large hands. Made of lightweight basswood and black willow wrapped in fiberglass, this paddle is durable and equally at home on lakes and in easy whitewater.
W HI SK EYJ A CK P AD D LE S
Whiskey Jill $140 US
www.whiskeyjackpaddles.com
The Whiskey Jill is perfect for pe- tite women or youth looking for a bent shaft paddle built with their size in mind. Its smaller grip is easy to hold and the narrow blade provides less resistance in the water than full- faced paddles. The Jill is handcrafted out of red and white cedar rein- forced with fiberglass and epoxy, ensuring lightweight durability. For a personal touch, Whiskeyjack offers custom inscription.
MI T C HE L L PA D D L E S
Bent Shaft Leader $180 US •
www.mitchellpaddles.com
The Leader’s laminated cedar and ash shaft is more flexible and forgiving on your joints than a pure composite paddle, making it excellent for marathons and distance touring. Its scooped blade, made of carbon fiber over a cedar core, offers the performance and efficiency of a racing paddle. The striking blend of materials gives this paddle a unique look and stiffness not found in all-wood paddles.
—Michael Mechan 22 EARLY SUMMER 2011 G R EY O W L PA D D L E S
Raven 12° $220 CDN
www.greyowlpaddles.com
If stiffness and lightness are what you’re after, then this is your paddle. The edg- es of the Raven’s blade are razor thin, making for a very clean entry and exit with each stroke. It has a substantial, rounded ball grip designed to be com- fortable and easy to grasp. While it may be more than most recreational pad- dlers need, the Raven won’t disappoint those looking for a more performance oriented option.
S AW Y E R
Manta Dual Bend $180 US
www.paddlesandoars.com
The first thing you’ll notice about the Manta is its stunning aes- thetic appeal. But Sawyer didn’t
stop at good looks.
The paddle’s scooped blade increases the power of your stroke while the teardrop shape enhanc- es efficiency. This unique design feels great even after countless days on the water. Serious recre-
ational paddlers will also notice the difference the dual bend makes, allowing for more miles with less fatigue.
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