These paddles are distinguished by their long slender blades and overall resilience. Originally carved from a single piece of wood, the blades were narrow to prevent warpage, but with a long enough area to propel the craft effectively. The blade is scaled to the shaft and gets larger as the shaft length increases. Generally a smaller blade area than our recreational line, these paddles are a pleasure to use for day in, day out, all day paddling. The longer blade limits these paddles to deeper water (2' - 3' minimum). Though blade shapes vary in design, intended usage remains the same. Everyone has personal blade preferences, so try before you buy and choose the shape you like.

Generally speaking, larger blades are more suitable for steering, while the smaller blades lend themselves to solo paddling.

Laminated Paddles

A. OWLET
Laminated bass construction with pear grip; suitable for children ages 4 to 8.

B. TENDERFOOT
Laminated bass construction with pear grip and urethane tip; suitable for the young camper 8 and older.

C. GUIDE
Laminated cherry construction with pear grip and partial urethane edging; an affordable and rugged option to our solid wood Chieftain paddle.

One-piece Paddles

The Sagamore, Chieftain and Tripper are more akin to a piece of fine furniture or a musical instrument rather than a utility paddle. They should never be used for pushing off rocks or poling on the bottom.

D. SAGAMORE
A very traditional 'voyageur' style paddle with a medium soft flex. Made from choice black cherry with football style grip and an oval shaft. Cambered blade with very fine edges and hidden plastic tip insert. Available with varnish or optional linseed oil finish.

E. CHIEFTAIN
Our finest all-around solo paddle with a medium flex. Made from choice black cherry with football style grip and an oval shaft. Cambered blade with very fine edges and hidden plastic tip insert. Available with varnish or optional linseed oil finish.

F. TRIPPER
Ideal stern paddle with a soft flex. Made from choice black cherry with football style grip and an oval shaft. Cambered blade with very fine edges and hidden plastic tip insert. Available with varnish or optional linseed oil finish.