{"title":"Wooden Kayak Paddles","description":"\u003cp\u003eWooden kayak paddles give a quiet entry, natural buoyancy and a forgiving flex in every stroke. Sealed and tip protected, a wood kayak paddle is built to hold up season after season on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bending-branches-navigator-snap-button-wood-kayak-paddle","title":"Bending Branches Navigator Snap-Button Wood Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ultimate combination of technology and handcrafted beauty, the Navigator is lightweight, resilient and buoyant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood blades are known for their light weight, effortless stroke, durability and quietness. The dense, dark woods Bending Branches selects are among the lighter options available while still holding form and resisting wear, and there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades, especially next to plastic. The natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water and the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake, giving one of the easiest, most forgiving forward strokes in paddling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is designed for a natural low-angle stroke. If your forward stroke is generally more horizontal and relaxed, this shape suits you, because it provides sufficient torque without being fatiguing. That makes the Navigator an ideal companion for flatwater and sea kayaking, plus solo and pack canoeing. The blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, and the shaft is ovalized where your hands go for comfort, control and fewer blisters. This is the snap-button version, with a snug 3-hole ferrule set to 0 or 60 degree feather angles, left or right hand control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e T-700 Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Alder and Roasted Basswood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 x 20 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Surface Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 sq. in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeather Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0° and 60° (L or R)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap Button, 3-hole, fixed length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210cm to 240cm, 10cm increments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockgard full, 2 oz. fiberglass coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Wood Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light weight, effortless stroke, durability and quietness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Angle Blade Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for a horizontal, relaxed forward stroke with torque and no fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Buoyancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wood springs the paddle out of the water each stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuietest Entry and Exit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Especially compared to plastic blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockgard Tip Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus a 2 oz fiberglass coating that seals the wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT-700 Carbon Shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Technology under handcrafted wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvalized Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e More comfort and control, and fewer blisters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap-Button Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed length, snug 3-hole, no wobble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Flatwater and Sea Kayaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus solo and pack canoeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Built in Osceola, Wisconsin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA, 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Navigator Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a low-angle stroke, and is that me?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the relaxed, more horizontal forward stroke most touring and recreational paddlers use, where the shaft stays closer to level. If that is how you paddle, this blade shape is built for you. It gives sufficient torque without being fatiguing over a long day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs wood heavier than composite?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot the way Bending Branches builds this one. The woods they select are among the lighter options available, and the shaft is T-700 carbon. They describe the Navigator as lightweight, resilient and buoyant, with wood blades doing the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat boats is the Navigator for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches calls it an ideal companion for flatwater and sea kayaking, plus solo and pack canoeing. The low-angle blade and the quiet, forgiving wood suit long steady days rather than short aggressive bursts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eSnap-Button, Posi-Lok or Versa-Lok?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame wood blades and carbon shaft on all three. Snap-button is fixed length with 0 and 60 degree feather, and it is the simplest, most robust joint. Posi-Lok indexes feather in 15 degree steps with a dual-button release. Versa-Lok adds 15cm of adjustable length and infinite feathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for the wood?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades are already wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, which seals in the wood. Rinse it and let it dry rather than storing it wet, and keep it out of long stretches of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips parcel, nationwide. It breaks down into two pieces and boxes up, so it goes out as a standard ground shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Bending Branches","offers":[{"title":"210 cm","offer_id":52736646611104,"sku":"P NAVIGATOR 210","price":295.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"220 cm","offer_id":52736646643872,"sku":"P NAVIGATOR 220","price":295.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"230 cm","offer_id":52736646676640,"sku":"P NAVIGATOR 230","price":295.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"240 cm","offer_id":52736646709408,"sku":"P NAVIGATOR 240","price":295.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/8477\/5584\/files\/Bending-Branches-Navigator-Snap-Button-2-Piece-Kayak-Paddle_2326__32403.1707597916.1280.1280.jpg?v=1756065763"},{"product_id":"bending-branches-angler-navigator-snap-button-kayak-paddle","title":"Bending Branches Angler Navigator Snap-Button Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld-school Bending Branches beauty in a beefed-up paddle that meets the needs of the modern-day kayak angler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood blades on the Angler Navigator are known for their durability and their quietness. The dense, dark woods Bending Branches selects hold their form and stay intact, and there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades. Wood gives one of the easiest, most forgiving forward strokes in paddling. The natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water, and the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake rather than passing it all back to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, which seals in the wood and protects it from abuse and long-term wear. The oversized blade is sized for horsepower and control with a heavily loaded fishing kayak, and the carbon shaft is ovalized where your hands go for comfort, control and fewer blisters. This is the snap-button version: fixed length, tight fitting and secure, with a 3-hole design for 0 or 60 degree feather angles, left or right hand control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVideos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-item\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SW3Cl1ra9Io\" title=\"Angler Navigator from Bending Branches (Official Product Video)\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial product video from Bending Branches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Alder, Roasted Basswood \u0026amp; Basswood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.25 x 18 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Surface Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 105 sq. in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeather Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0° and 60° (L or R)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap Button, 3-hole, fixed length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockgard tips, 2 oz. fiberglass coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Osceola, Wisconsin, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, dark woods that hold form and stay intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuietest Entry and Exit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing in the line moves through the water quieter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Buoyancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wood springs the paddle out of the water each stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving Stroke:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake and flexes more than composite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockgard Tip Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus a 2 oz fiberglass coating that seals the wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOversized Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horsepower and control for a heavily loaded fishing kayak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lightest material available, tight and secure weave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvalized Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e More comfort and control, and fewer blisters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap-Button Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed length, tight, secure, no wobble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40-Inch Tape Measure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed on the shaft to verify a catch on the spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Built in Osceola, Wisconsin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA, 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Angler Navigator Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo wood blades hold up to kayak fishing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches builds them to. The woods are dense and dark, chosen for holding form and staying intact, and the blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, which seals the wood in and protects it from abuse and long-term wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does wood do for the stroke?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water at the end of each stroke, so the recovery costs you less. And the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake instead of passing every jolt into your hands. Compared to composite or plastic, wood blades are more flexible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much quieter is it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches will tell you there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades. If you fish skinny water or work a bank at dawn, that is a real advantage over a hard plastic blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eSnap-Button or Versa-Lok?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame wood blades and carbon shaft. The snap-button is fixed length with 0 and 60 degree feather, and it is the more robust, simpler connection. Versa-Lok adds 15cm of adjustable length and infinite feathering for wider kayaks and elevated seat positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use the tape measure to check a legal fish?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot officially. Bending Branches states it is a sizing guide, not an official measuring tool for competitive angling or for determining the legality of a catch, and print accuracy can vary from the manufacturing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips parcel, nationwide. It breaks down into two pieces and boxes up, so it goes out as a standard ground shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Bending Branches","offers":[{"title":"230 cm","offer_id":52736661356704,"sku":"P ANG NAV 230","price":339.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240 cm","offer_id":52736661389472,"sku":"P ANG NAV 240","price":439.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 cm","offer_id":52736661422240,"sku":"P ANG NAV 250","price":439.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"260 cm","offer_id":52736661455008,"sku":"P ANG NAV 260","price":439.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"270 cm","offer_id":52736661487776,"sku":"P ANG NAV 270","price":439.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"280 cm","offer_id":52736661520544,"sku":"P ANG NAV 280","price":439.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/8477\/5584\/files\/Bending-Branches-Angler-Navigator-Snap-Button-2-Piece-Paddle_2309__76732.1707491836.1280.1280.jpg?v=1756067338"},{"product_id":"bending-branches-angler-navigator-plus-fishing-kayak-paddle","title":"Bending Branches Angler Navigator Plus Fishing Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld-school Bending Branches beauty in a beefed-up paddle that meets the needs of the modern-day kayak angler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood blades on the Angler Navigator are known for their durability and their quietness. The dense, dark woods Bending Branches selects hold their form and stay intact, and there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades. Wood also gives one of the easiest, most forgiving forward strokes in paddling. The natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water, and the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or the lake instead of passing all of it back to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass. Both seal in the wood and protect it from abuse and long-term wear. The oversized blade is sized for horsepower and control behind a heavily loaded fishing kayak, and the carbon shaft is ovalized where your hands go for comfort, control and fewer blisters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVideos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-item\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SW3Cl1ra9Io\" title=\"Angler Navigator from Bending Branches (Official Product Video)\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial product video from Bending Branches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, dark woods that hold form and stay intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuietest Entry and Exit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing in the line is quieter through the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Buoyancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wood springs the paddle out of the water on every stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving Stroke:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake, and flexes more than composite or plastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockgard Tip Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus a 2 oz fiberglass coating to seal the wood and guard against wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOversized Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horsepower and control for a heavily loaded fishing kayak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lightest material available, with a tight, secure weave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvalized Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e More comfort and control, and fewer blisters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlus Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable length and feather angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40-Inch Tape Measure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed on the shaft to verify a catch on the spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Built in Osceola, Wisconsin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA, 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Angler Navigator Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo wood blades hold up to kayak fishing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches builds them to. The woods they select are dense and dark, chosen for holding form and staying intact. On top of that the blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, which seals the wood in and protects it from abuse and long-term wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does wood do for the stroke?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo things. The natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water at the end of each stroke, so the recovery costs you less. And the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake rather than passing every jolt into your hands. Compared to composite or plastic, wood blades are more flexible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much quieter is it, really?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches will tell you there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades, and it holds up on the water. If you fish skinny water, work a bank at dawn, or care about not announcing yourself, that is a real advantage over a hard plastic blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is Rockgard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge protection wrapped around the blade tips. Tips are where a wood paddle takes its damage, from gravel, dock posts and boat ramps. Rockgard plus the 2 oz fiberglass coating is what lets a wood blade live a fishing life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAngler Navigator or Angler Pro?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth carry the oversized angler blade on a carbon shaft with the tape measure. The Pro uses compression molded fiberglass blades built for weight and longevity with a flutter-free stroke. The Navigator uses wood, which is quieter, more forgiving and more flexible, and is the better looking paddle by a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use the tape measure to check a legal fish?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot officially. Bending Branches states it is a sizing guide, not an official measuring tool for competitive angling or for determining the legality of a catch, and the printing can vary in accuracy from the manufacturing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips parcel, nationwide. It breaks down into two pieces and boxes up, so it goes out as a standard ground shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Bending Branches","offers":[{"title":"230-245 cm","offer_id":52736670367904,"sku":"P ANG NAV 230-245","price":364.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240-255 cm","offer_id":52736670400672,"sku":"P ANG NAV 240-255","price":364.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/8477\/5584\/files\/Bending-Branches-Angler-Navigator-Plus-2-Piece-Kayak-Paddle_2310__25318.1706763728.1280.1280.jpg?v=1756068216"},{"product_id":"bending-branches-navigator-plus-wood-kayak-paddle","title":"Bending Branches Navigator Plus Wood Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ultimate combination of technology and handcrafted beauty, the Navigator is lightweight, resilient and buoyant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood blades are known for their light weight, effortless stroke, durability and quietness. The dense, dark woods Bending Branches selects are among the lighter options available while still holding form and resisting wear, and there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades, especially next to plastic. Wooden blades give one of the easiest, most forgiving forward strokes in paddling. The natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water and the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is designed for a natural low-angle stroke. If your forward stroke is generally more horizontal and relaxed, this shape suits you, because it provides enough torque without being fatiguing. That makes the Navigator an ideal companion for flatwater and sea kayaking, and for solo and pack canoeing. The blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, and the shaft is ovalized where your hands go for comfort, control and fewer blisters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Wood Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light weight, effortless stroke, durability and quietness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Angle Blade Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for a horizontal, relaxed forward stroke with enough torque and no fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Buoyancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wood springs the paddle out of the water on every stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuietest Entry and Exit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Especially compared to plastic blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockgard Tip Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus a 2 oz fiberglass coating to seal the wood and guard against wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT-700 Carbon Shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Technology under handcrafted wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvalized Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e More comfort and control, and fewer blisters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlus Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable length and feather angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Flatwater and Sea Kayaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus solo and pack canoeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Built in Osceola, Wisconsin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA, 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Navigator Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a low-angle stroke, and is that me?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the relaxed, more horizontal forward stroke most touring and recreational paddlers use, where the shaft stays closer to level instead of being driven up and down. If that describes how you paddle, this blade shape is built for you. It gives sufficient torque without being fatiguing over a long day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs wood heavier than composite?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot the way Bending Branches builds this one. The woods they select are among the lighter options available, and the shaft is T-700 carbon. The result is a paddle they describe as lightweight, resilient and buoyant, with wood blades doing the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat boats is the Navigator for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches calls it an ideal companion for flatwater and sea kayaking, plus solo and pack canoeing. The low-angle blade and the quiet, forgiving wood suit long, steady days rather than short aggressive bursts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for the wood?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades are already wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, which seals in the wood and protects it from abuse and long-term wear. Rinse it and let it dry rather than storing it wet, and keep it out of long stretches of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eNavigator or Impression?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are wood-bladed. The Navigator pairs wood blades with a T-700 carbon shaft, and is built around a low-angle touring stroke. The Impression is all wood, shaft included, for the traditional look and feel end to end. The Navigator is the lighter, more technical of the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips parcel, nationwide. 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The dense, dark woods Bending Branches selects hold their form and stay intact, and there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades. The natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water and the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake, which makes for one of the easiest, most forgiving forward strokes in paddling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass. Versa-Lok gives 15cm of additional length and infinite feathering with a system that is secure with no disengagement, robust enough to hold form for a very long time, and corrosion-resistant thanks to nylon plastic and stainless steel parts. It offers longer sizes than the previous generation, ideal for wider or bigger kayaks and the high seat position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVideos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-item\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SW3Cl1ra9Io\" title=\"Angler Navigator from Bending Branches (Official Product Video)\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial product video from Bending Branches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Alder, Roasted Basswood \u0026amp; Basswood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 x 18 in. (102.5 sq. in. \/ 661 sq. cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37 oz. (1,049 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule Angles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Infinite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versa-Lok, 15cm adjustable length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240-255, 250-265, 260-275 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockgard tips, 2 oz. fiberglass coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Osceola, Wisconsin, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, dark woods that hold form and stay intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuietest Entry and Exit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing in the line moves through the water quieter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Buoyancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wood springs the paddle out of the water each stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockgard Tip Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus a 2 oz fiberglass coating that seals the wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15cm of Adjustable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longer sizes than the previous generation, for wider kayaks and high seats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfinite Feathering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any angle you want.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure and Corrosion-Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No disengagement, nylon plastic and stainless steel parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTested Clamping System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Structural and cyclical testing plus a decade on the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Ferrule Insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sizable upgrade over plastic or glass inserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40-Inch Tape Measure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed on the shaft to verify a catch on the spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Built in Osceola, Wisconsin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA, 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Angler Navigator Versa-Lok Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does Versa-Lok add here?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15cm of adjustable length and infinite feathering. Bending Branches sized these longer than the previous generation specifically for wider or bigger kayaks and the high seat position anglers fish from, so one paddle covers a range instead of a single number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo wood blades hold up to kayak fishing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese do. The woods are dense and dark, chosen for holding form and staying intact, and the blades are wrapped with Rockgard tip protection and coated with 2 oz fiberglass, which seals the wood and protects it from abuse and long-term wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill the clamp slip?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches describes the Versa-Lok as secure with no disengagement and robust enough to hold form for a very long time, backed by structural and cyclical testing plus a decade of on-water use. It is corrosion-resistant, built from nylon plastic and stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do the sizes work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are ranges: 240-255, 250-265 and 260-275cm. Pick the range your ideal length sits inside and adjust within it on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAngler Navigator or Angler Pro?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are oversized angler blades on carbon shafts with the tape measure. The Pro uses compression molded fiberglass, built for weight and longevity with a flutter-free stroke. The Navigator uses wood, which is quieter, more forgiving and more flexible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips parcel, nationwide. 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Wood gives a natural flex and softness that is easy on the body and on your hands, and the blades enter and exit the water quietly instead of slapping it. Sturdy blades get the extra protection of Rockgard edging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ferrule is composite rather than metal, so it will not corrode or seize up. The Impression comes in 210cm through 240cm, and carries a 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Basswood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basswood \u0026amp; Red Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.8 x 19 in. (17 x 48 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Surface Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 104 sq. in. (671 sq. cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 oz. (1,134 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule Angles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0° \u0026amp; 60° (L or R)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210, 220, 230, 240 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll Wood Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid basswood shaft, basswood and red alder blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposite Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will not corrode or seize up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Flex and Softness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy on the body and the hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood enters and exits the water without the slap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockgard Edging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra protection on sturdy blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Flatwater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed around a smooth flatwater paddling stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Impression Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does an all wood paddle feel like?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSofter. Bending Branches builds the Impression for natural flex and softness that is easy on the body and hands, which is the opposite of what a stiff composite blade does. Over a long flatwater day that softness is the whole reason to own one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy does a composite ferrule matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause metal ferrules corrode and seize. That joint is the part of a paddle most likely to fail over years of wet storage. A composite ferrule does not have that failure mode, which matters on a paddle you intend to keep a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow quiet is it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood blades enter and exit the water quietly rather than slapping. If you are watching wildlife, paddling at dawn, or fishing skinny water, it is a difference you notice immediately and stop being able to unhear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs wood durable enough for regular use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese blades are sturdy and carry the extra protection of Rockgard edging, which guards the edges where wood takes its damage. Rinse it, let it dry rather than storing it wet, and keep it out of long stretches of sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eImpression or Impression Solo?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame wood and the same feel. The Impression is the kayak paddle in 210 to 240cm. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bending-branches-impression-solo-snap-button-kayak-paddle\"\u003eImpression Solo\u003c\/a\u003e is 260 and 280cm, built for a solo canoeist moving from a single blade to a double. 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(1,247 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule Angles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0° \u0026amp; 60° (L or R)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 260 cm, 280 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for the Lone Canoeist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates corrective strokes and switching side to side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks in Wind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds its line in ideal conditions and windy ones alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Ovalized Shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your hands find blade angle by feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnug Snap-Button Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tight, secure joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockgard Edging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra protection on sturdy blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanoe Lengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 260cm and 280cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Impression Solo Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy use a double blade in a canoe?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo stop correcting. With a single blade in a solo canoe you are either throwing a correction into every stroke or switching sides constantly. Bending Branches built the Impression Solo to eliminate both, in ideal conditions and in wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e260cm or 280cm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA canoe seat sits well above the water, which is why these run so much longer than kayak paddles. Wider canoes and higher seats call for the 280cm. A narrower solo canoe with a lower seat is usually right at 260cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the ovalized shaft do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is shaped oval where your hands sit rather than fully round, so you know which way the blades are turned without looking. 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The dense, dark woods Bending Branches selects are among the lighter options available while holding form and resisting wear, and there is not a quieter entry and exit than these blades, especially next to plastic. The natural buoyancy springs the paddle out of the water and the wood absorbs the rigors of the river or lake, giving one of the easiest, most forgiving forward strokes in paddling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is designed for a natural low-angle stroke, providing sufficient torque without being fatiguing, which makes the Navigator an ideal companion for flatwater and sea kayaking plus solo and pack canoeing. Versa-Lok gives 15cm of additional length and infinite feathering with a system that is secure with no disengagement, robust enough to hold form for a very long time, and corrosion-resistant thanks to nylon plastic and stainless steel parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin T-700 Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Alder \u0026amp; Roasted Basswood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 x 20 in. (96 sq. in. \/ 619.4 sq. cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.5 oz. 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The Posi-Lok ferrule delivers an intuitive, dual-button release with a secure connection in 15 degree increments, and the carbon ferrule insert is light, tight and right for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin T-700 Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basswood \u0026amp; Red Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 x 20 in. (16 x 51 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Surface Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 sq. in. (619 sq. cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.5 oz. 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