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 of 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. Our shipping windows are slightly longer than most of our loyal paddlers are used to, but we’re doing everything we can to ensure paddles ship timely and perform perfectly. Thank you for your patience and 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.

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

The paddle is a “cosmetic second”, meaning the entire paddle is 100% structurally sound, but the finish will have slight cosmetic imperfections. All paddle components (shaft, blades, and ferrule) are standard, first quality parts that meet or surpass all benchmark testing. Standard imperfections can primarily be found in the blades and could include porosity, streaking, scratches, or inconsistencies in the laminated finish. 

Cosmetic Seconds FAQs

• 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 

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)

Before You Buy: As this paddle is a factory second, and reduced in price, Bending Branches will not provide photo samples or pre-purchase information on the condition of the paddle. In the event of an incorrect size purchase, Bending Branches will accept returns within 30 days of purchase if the paddle is unused and void of additional wear. Customer is responsible for shipping the paddle back to Bending Branches. Like all Bending Branches paddles, this paddle comes backed with a two-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Note – returns or refunds due to personal preference on “imperfections” will not be honored.

The ultimate combination of technology and handcrafted beauty, the Navigator is lightweight, resilient, and buoyant.

• Ultra lightweight, T-700 carbon shaft
• Proven blade design made of rich-looking red alder & roasted basswood, with more flex than composite paddles
• Each blade is reinforced with 2 oz. fiberglass for durability
• Snug-fitting 3 hole snap-button ferrule allows for adjustable feather angles of 0° and 60°, left or right hand control.
  

Shaft Material: Satin T-700 Carbon
Blade Material: Basswood & Red Alder
Blade Size: 6.2 x 20 in. (16 x 51 cm.)
Blade Surface Area: 96 sq. in. (619 sq. cm.)
Weight: 28 oz. (794 g)
Ferrule Angles: 0° and 60° (L or R)

Here at Bending Branches, we build all of 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. Our shipping windows are slightly longer than most of our loyal paddlers are used to, but we’re doing everything we can to ensure paddles ship timely and perform perfectly. Thank you for your patience and thank you for supporting American manufacturing.