Sunshadow 14 Premium Wood Canoe Paddle

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Sunshadow 14 Premium Wood Canoe Paddle

Bending Branches’ exotic and eye-catching Sun Shadow 14 degree bent shaft wood canoe paddle, with a narrow, ovalized, shaft and ergonomically designed grip, fits hands comfortably. The 11 laminate blade features butternut, black willow, cherry, and basswood and delivers smooth power to every stroke.

Product Specifications
Blade Size: 
8" x 20"
Grip Type: 
Contour Palm Grip
Sunshadow 14 Premium Wood Canoe Paddle Contour Palm Grip
Lengths Available: 
48 in
50 in
52 in
54 in
Rockgard Color: 
Black
Shaft Type: 
22 Laminate : Shafts are ovalized for more natural feel and comfort.
Weight: 
19 oz : weight based on average weight of 50” paddle: due to the natural variations in wood, weight could vary by +/- 10%
Wood Type: 
Basswood, Butternut, Cherry, & Black Willow
Find Your Size

Made of closed grain, light weight, durable hardwoods, these paddles are both attractive and versatile for the paddlers who take their time on the water more seriously.

  • Designed for flat water cruising on lakes and rivers.
  • Rugged enough for heavy use – strong shafts, resin-tipped blades.
  • Some have fiberglass-wrapped blades, good for heavy use in wilderness tripping.
  • Most are available with both straight and bent shafts.
  • New to the touring line, the 100 percent carbon Black Pearl brings lightweight performance to another level.

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 Bent Shaft Canoe Paddle Length
20" N/A
22" N/A
24" N/A
26" 48"
28" 50"
30" 52"
32" 54"
34" 56"
36" N/A
38" N/A

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.

Comments

Submitted by bb_admin on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 09:05
“I just got back from BWCA on Sunday. It was probably the best trip I’ve taken in my life. The Sun Shadow Bent I bought at Canoecopia worked great. I suspect some of the folks I met might be picking up a Bending Branches paddle of their own…”

Submitted by bb_admin on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 09:05
“I have used my Sun Shadow for two seasons now. I use it primarily on flat water, but I have used it in class II rivers as well. This is an awesome paddle that affords excellent control and comfort. Initially, I was afraid to use it around rocks since it looks so awesome and I feared scratching it. I discovered that the wear strip at the bottom holds up fine and it still looks new after 40 trips.”

Submitted by bb_admin on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 09:05
“My dad has had one of these paddles for a few years now, and I finally got one for myself last summer. The oval-shaped shaft feels a little odd at first if you're used to a circular one, but is more comfortable over the long haul, and the palm grip is remarkably natural feeling. The partial-wrap tip guard covers just the right amount of the edge, over all the critical areas that commonly get beat up. BB makes great stuff all around, so if you're looking for a flat blade or different price point their other products are also a good bet.”

Submitted by bb_admin on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 09:06
“Have used this paddle for several wilderness canoe trips - Quetico, Killarny, Adirondacks - as well as local leisure canoeing. I find my strokes are more efficient than with a standard paddle, so not the usual fatigue after long hours of paddling. Not to mention it's a beautiful paddle. Very happy with my decision to try a bent shaft.”
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