Bending Branches

The Explorer Plus is a long-time favorite, known for beat-me-up durability, for both wilderness tripping and flatwater paddling.

• Remarkably durable with a 4 oz. fiberglass wrapped blade
• Full Rockgard® protection will withstand heavy use
• 18-laminate shaft provides strength and power

Shaft Material: 18-Laminate Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood & Roasted Basswood
Blade Size: 8.1 x 19 in. (21 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 118 sq. in. (813 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Freestyle Palm Grip
Weight: 23 oz. (652 g)

Here at Bending Branches, we build all our paddles to order (much like a fast-food restaurant), so paddles do not collect dust or become dated. As soon as you place your order, a real person in our Osceola, Wisconsin factory will start preparing your paddle. Shipping windows vary by product and are estimated on individual product pages. Thank you for supporting American manufacturing.

The award-winning Angler Pro is the best of the best and most used paddle by experienced anglers and ProStaffers alike.

• The 6x winner of ‘Angler Paddle of the Year’ award as voted by consumers in the YakAngler awards, marking it the best paddle in fishing.
• Blade patterns designed and selected by Bending Branches' ProStaff and Ambassador teams
• The Angler Pro is commonly used by Bending Branches team members and competitive anglers for the optimal combination of weight savings and performance for the dollar.
• Compression molded fiberglass blades are renowned for their weight and longevity. Fiberglass composite blades lay-up save many ounces in a paddle, resulting in an easy paddling stroke and less fatigue at the end of the day. The cross dimensional fiber weave mean the blades have a slightly amount of flex and forgiveness to them, so they may wear but tend to hold up well over the long-haul.
• The blades shape design is renowned for offering a silky-smooth forward stroke with zero tolerance for fluttering, preserving your energy for longer paddling trips.
• 105 sq. inch blade is the ideal size for horsepower and control with the heavily loaded fishing kayaks. It’s slightly bigger than some fishing paddles, but the larger size means it can handle trickier conditions and more weight.
• 100% carbon shaft is the lightest material available, so paddling is less fatiguing and more enjoyable on longer trips. The carbon weave is tight and secure, making it one of the strongest options available.
• The shaft is ovalized where the hands go for more comfort and control, and to limit the chances for blisters.
• Snap-button ferrule is fixed length plus tight fitting, secure, and long-lasting. No wobbling or inefficiencies like commodity systems. It’s not as technical as some modern ferrule systems, but one of the more robust options. Comes with 3-hole for adjustable feather angles of 0° or 60°, left or right hand control.
• Carbon ferrule insert is light, tight, and right for the long haul. This is a sizable upgrade over plastic or glass ferrule inserts.
• 40-inch tape measure on shaft is a sizing guide, allowing you to verify catches on the spot
• Proudly hand built in Osceola, Wisconsin, USA, by a team of paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Shaft Material: 100% Carbon
Blade Material: Compression Molded Fiberglass
Blade Size: 7.25 x 18 in. (18 x 46 cm) 
Blade Surface Area: 105 sq. in. (677 sq. cm) 
Weight: 28.5 oz. (808 g) 
Ferrule Angles: 0° & 60° (L or R)

*Tape measure is not an official measuring tool for competitive angling or to determine the legality of a catch. Tape measure print may vary in accuracy due to the manufacturing process.

Here at Bending Branches, we build all our paddles to order (much like a fast-food restaurant), so paddles do not collect dust or become dated. As soon as you place your order, a real person in our Osceola, Wisconsin factory will start preparing your paddle. Shipping windows vary by product and are estimated on individual product pages. Thank you for supporting American manufacturing.

Designed for deep water lake paddling with a classic long and narrow blade, efficiently providing control strokes with ease. 

• The long, narrow blade pulls smoothly through the water and the length helps with sweep strokes
• Symmetrical freestyle palm grip gives you the versatility you want and the quality you deserve
• Rockgard® tip provides protection on the blade

Shaft Material: Solid Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood & Red Alder
Blade Size: 6.75 x 25 in. (17 x 63 cm) 
Blade Surface Area: 139 sq. in. (897 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Freestyle Palm Grip
Weight: 22 oz. (624 g)

Here at Bending Branches, we build all our paddles to order (much like a fast-food restaurant), so paddles do not collect dust or become dated. As soon as you place your order, a real person in our Osceola, Wisconsin factory will start preparing your paddle. Shipping windows vary by product and are estimated on individual product pages. Thank you for supporting American manufacturing.

Updated for 2023! The best overall value in kayak fishing paddles, the Ace combines the weight savings of a carbon shaft with the most durable blades available. 

• New for 2023: Redefined, stronger blade. The new blade shape provides a smoother forward stroke with less chances for flutter, stiffer feel, and quieter entry and exit. The upgraded carbon + nylon blade material is stronger (meaning less flex) and thicker, making it more durable and robust long-term.
• Carbon-reinforced nylon blades are designed to take a beating, providing more torque and efficiency for loaded down fishing kayaks.
• 102.5 sq. inch blade it the ideal size for horsepower and control with the heavily loaded fishing kayaks, but not overly fatiguing, heavy, or flexible.
• 100% carbon shaft is the lightest material available, so paddling is less fatiguing and more enjoyable on longer trips. The carbon weave is tight and secure, making it one of the strongest options available.
• The shaft is ovalized where the hands go for more comfort and control, and to limit the chances for blisters.
• Snap-button ferrule is fixed length plus tight fitting, secure, and long-lasting. No wobbling or inefficiencies like commodity systems. It’s not as technical as some modern ferrule systems, but one of the more robust options. Comes with 3-hole for adjustable feather angles of 0° or 60°, left or right hand control.
• Built-in hook retrieval system for retrieving a snagged lure
• 40-inch tape measure on shaft is a sizing guide, allowing you to verify catches on the spot 
• Proudly hand built in Osceola, Wisconsin, USA, by a team of paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts. 

Shaft Material: 100% Carbon
Blade Material: Carbon Reinforced Nylon
Blade Size: 7.5 x 18 in. (19 x 46 cm) 
Blade Surface Area: 102.5 sq. in. (661 sq. cm) 
Weight: 30.5 oz. (865 g)
Ferrule Angles: 0° & 60° (L or R)

*Tape measure is not an official measuring tool for competitive angling or to determine the legality of a catch. Tape measure print may vary in accuracy due to the manufacturing process.

The paddle designed to take on abuse while improving the fishing experience with a 40-inch tape measure and hook retrieval system.

• Built to take tough knocks, the Scout provides beat-it-up durability at a wallet-friendly price with epX engineered polymer blades and ovalized, aluminum shaft
• Built in hook retrieval system
• Tape measure on the shaft is a sizing guide, allowing you to verify your catches on the spot*
• Snug-fitting 3-hole snap-button ferrule is adjustable for feathering angles 0° & 60° (L or R)

Shaft Material: Aluminum
Blade Material: epX Engineered Polymer, Fiberglass Reinforced
Blade Size: 6.9 x 17.5 in. (18 x 44 cm)  
Blade Surface Area: 95 sq. in. (613 sq. cm)
Weight: 36 oz. (1021 g) 
Ferrule Angles: 0° & 60° (L or R)

*Tape measure is not an official measuring tool for competitive angling or to determine the legality of a catch. Tape measure print may vary in accuracy due to the manufacturing process.

Here at Bending Branches, we build all our paddles to order (much like a fast-food restaurant), so paddles do not collect dust or become dated. As soon as you place your order, a real person in our Osceola, Wisconsin factory will start preparing your paddle. Shipping windows vary by product and are estimated on individual product pages. Thank you for supporting American manufacturing.

The award-winning Angler Pro with an adjustable length ferrule is a favorite among experienced anglers and ProStaffers alike.

• Blade patterns designed by Bending Branches' ProStaff team
• Oversize and durable blade offers a more powerful stroke
• A 100% carbon shafts is lightweight so you can stay on the water longer 
• Versatile telescoping ferrule allows for multiple feathering angles and paddle lengths

Shaft Material: 100% Carbon
Blade Material: Compression Molded Fiberglass
Blade Size: 7.25 x 18 in. (18 x 46 cm) 
Blade Surface Area: 105 sq. in. (677 sq. cm) 
Weight: 30 oz. (850 g) 
Ferrule Angles: Infinite

*Tape measure is not an official measuring tool for competitive angling or to determine the legality of a catch. Tape measure print may vary in accuracy due to the manufacturing process.

Here at Bending Branches, we build all our paddles to order (much like a fast-food restaurant), so paddles do not collect dust or become dated. As soon as you place your order, a real person in our Osceola, Wisconsin factory will start preparing your paddle. Shipping windows vary by product and are estimated on individual product pages. Thank you for supporting American manufacturing.

The best-selling kayak fishing paddle on the market, the Angler Classic is the staple of durability on the water.