Expedition Plus Wood Canoe Paddle

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Expedition Plus Wood Canoe Paddle

The Bending Branches Expedition Plus wood canoe paddle stands up under the extreme conditions of long wilderness trips and whitewater. Paddlers who require endurance and control will love the T-Grip and Rockgard protection from tip to 6" up the shaft. A fiberglass blade wrap further protects the butternut and basswood blade for maximum durability.

Product Specifications
Blade Size: 
8" x 20"
Grip Type: 
Ultimate T-Grip
Expedition Plus Wood Canoe Paddle Ultimate T-Grip
Lengths Available: 
52 in
54 in
56 in
58 in
60 in
Rockgard Color: 
Black
Shaft Type: 
21 Laminate : Shafts are ovalized for more natural feel and comfort.
Weight: 
24 oz : weight based on average weight of 54” paddle: due to the natural variations in wood, weight could vary by +/- 10%
Wood Type: 
Basswood and Butternut
Find Your Size

Expedition paddles are built to stand up to the rugged conditions of an expedition or whitewater use:

  • Typically built of the beefiest components/materials.
  • Should have a fully-protected blade edge (with a urethane resin) and a fiberglass blade wrap for added durability.
  • Look closely at the paddle grips. T-grips are typically better for whitewater, while a curved palm grip may provide you the comfort you’re looking for on a long trip.

While many methods exist, a simple and accurate way is to measure your torso. Sit up straight on a flat surface and measure from the surface in between your legs to your nose. Follow the chart below:

Canoe Paddle Sizing Chart
Torso Size Straight Shaft Canoe Paddle Length
20" Youth 36"
22" Youth 42"
24" Youth 48"
26" 51" or 52"
28" 54"
30" 56" or 57"
32" 57" or 58"
34" 60"
36" 62"
38" 64"

An easy way to measure in the field is to place the grip of the paddle between your legs (while sitting) and mark where the shoulder is (where blade meets shaft). The shoulder on a straight shaft should be at your forehead; the shoulder on a bent shaft should be at your nose. Note: this is only a guideline to sizing. Seat height, style of paddling, and arm length can all effect the size you need. Demo paddling is always recommended.

Canoe Paddle Sizing Video
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Please Note
We’ve done our best to show you the dealers in your area who carry our products. However, please call ahead to make sure your local dealer has the specific product you want in the specific size you need. In the unlikely event that you can’t find exactly what you want, any of our dealers will gladly handle your special order for any Bending Branches paddle. All of our paddles are readily available from our factory.

Product Video
A tour of the Expedition Plus Canoe Paddle by Bending Branches.

Comments

Submitted by bb_admin on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 09:00
“I don’t know if it is possible to love a paddle, but when I opened the box and saw that new Expedition Plus, it felt like love at first sight. Wow, I am a happy canoeist. Also, before mounting it on the wall, I took my “old magic wand” (my old 3,000 mile Expedition Plus) to my talk at the Midwest Mountaineering Expo and gave your company a big plug. Not because you support my expeditions, but because you build the best paddles on the planet.”

Submitted by bb_admin on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 09:00
“I recently purchased the Expedition Plus canoe paddle and used it while my husband and I paddled the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. It was the only piece of gear we had that finished the trip without being in significantly worse shape than when we started, even though it got almost daily use and besides paddling, it also served as a rock deflector and pole in shallow circumstances. Also, though I got some calluses on my hands, I didn’t get a single blister: the t-grip and shaft were so comfortable. I love this paddle! And look forward to many years of more casual paddling with it!”