{"product_id":"bending-branches-angler-classic-versa-lok-fishing-kayak-paddle","title":"Bending Branches Angler Classic Versa-Lok Fishing Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe best-selling kayak fishing paddle on the market, with high-performance features and 15cm of adjustable length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is smoother, larger and stronger than the one it replaced, giving more horsepower and control with every stroke, a stiffer feel, quieter entry and exit, and less chance for flutter. The upgraded fiberglass and nylon material is stronger and thicker for long-term durability. The oversized blade is the ideal size for horsepower and control with heavily loaded fishing kayaks, without being overly fatiguing, heavy or flexible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100% fiberglass shaft is durable and strong, yet lighter than commodity aluminum, and it is warm, flexible and forgiving compared to aluminum. Versa-Lok adds 15cm of length for wider kayaks and elevated seating positions plus infinite feathering, is corrosion-resistant, and is backed by structural and cyclical testing plus a decade of on-water use.\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 Fiberglass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon\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.\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\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric Green, Tidal Blue\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\u003eBest Seller, Now Adjustable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The top-selling fishing paddle with 15cm of length adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoother, Larger, Stronger Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e More horsepower and control, quieter entry and exit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiberglass-Reinforced Nylon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stronger and thicker for long-term durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Fiberglass Shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lighter than commodity aluminum, warm, flexible and forgiving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15cm of Adjustable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e For wider kayaks and elevated seating positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfinite Feathering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any angle, not two fixed holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to survive wet seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Ferrule Insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tighter, more durable connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Hook Retrieval:\u003c\/strong\u003e For retrieving a snagged lure.\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBending Branches Angler Classic Versa-Lok Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Versa-Lok worth it over the snap-button Classic?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you fish more than one boat, share the paddle, or want a feather angle other than 0 or 60, yes. You get 15cm of length adjustment and infinite feathering. It costs 1.5 oz, since the snap-button Classic is 35.5 oz and this is 37 oz.\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, then adjust within it on the water. Bending Branches sized these for wider kayaks and elevated seating positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill the clamp hold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches backs the Versa-Lok clamping system with structural and cyclical testing plus a decade of on-water use, and it is corrosion-resistant. The carbon ferrule insert keeps the joint tight rather than letting it wear loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy fiberglass instead of carbon?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice and feel. Fiberglass is lighter than commodity aluminum, warm in the hands, and more flexible and forgiving. Carbon is lighter and stiffer and costs more. The Angler Ace Versa-Lok is the carbon-shaft version if you want that step up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eElectric Green or Tidal Blue?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBending Branches puts it plainly: Tidal Blue for the discrete approach, Electric Green for safety and standing out.\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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