Name: Explorer Plus
Brand: Bending Branches
Price: 159.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Explorer Plus wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Explorer Plus wooden canoe paddle full paddle blade to grip

Explorer Plus wooden canoe paddle grip from the front

Exploreer Plus Canoe paddle resting atop a canoe after rain

Explorer Plus wooden canoe paddle sitting across the lap of a female paddler in the bow while shoe admires the snowy mountains and their reflection on the still water

Explorer Plus wooden canoe paddle blade coming out of water

Explorer Plus wooden canoe paddle laying across a canoe

Explorer Plus

$159.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Traveler wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Traveler wooden canoe paddle full paddle blade to grip from the front

Traveler wooden canoe paddle grip from the front

Male bow paddler paddling with the Traveler wooden canoe paddle

Traveler wooden canoe paddle leaning against a canoe on shore

Female stern paddler using the Traveler with a yellow lab puppy sitting between her legs

Traveler

$109.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

A popular choice for flatwater canoeing, the Traveler offers top-end performance with Rockgard tip protection and industry best varnish, making it comfortable and durable.

Strong and lightweight paddle, the Traveler is perfect for recreational flat water
Handcrafted from basswood and red alder
Lightweight, solid basswood shaft performs well in waves or wind
Rockgard® tip provides protection on the blade

Shaft Material: Solid Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood & Red Alder
Blade Size: 6.75 x 19 in. (17 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 112 sq. in. (284 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Freestyle Palm Grip
Weight: 20 oz. (567 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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Beavertail wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Beavertail wooden canoe paddle full paddle blade to grip from the front

Beavertail wooden canoe paddle grip from the front

Beavertail wooden canoe paddle resting against the side of a beached canoe during autumn

Beavertail and Loon wooden canoe paddles resting across the seats of a canoe during dusk

Beavertail wooden canoe paddle resting against a bench, positioned next to 2 PFDs

Beavertail

$119.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Java wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Java ST wooden canoe paddle full image of paddle blade to grip

Java ST wooden canoe paddle grip from the front

Java ST wooden canoe paddle coming up out of the water during the recovery stroke

Two men paddling a canoe towards the camera with beautiful Canadian scenery behind them

Person holding java paddle standing on rock looking at whitewater

Java ST

$179.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

The lightest all wood canoe paddle available and a performance machine in terms of efficiency and water propulsion.

Built to last with 2 oz. fiberglass wrap and full Rockgard® protection on blade
Solid basswood shaft makes this our lightest all wood canoe paddle
Modern "pin-striping" look is sure to turn heads on the water

Shaft Material: Solid Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood & Roasted Basswood
Blade Size: 8.1 x 19 in. (21 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 118 sq. in. (761 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Freestyle Palm Grip
Weight: 19 oz. (539 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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Expedition Plus wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Expedition Plus wooden canoe paddle full paddle blade to grip from the front

Expedition Plus wooden canoe paddle grip from the front (true T-grip)

Expedition Plus wooden canoe paddle coming out of the water close-up

Expedition Plus wooden canoe paddle paddled by the bow. Older woman paddling stern and young girl sitting in the front.

Two people in a canoe paddling a river in Europe

Expedition Plus

$194.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

Our most durable canoe paddle, the Expedition stands up to the most demanding conditions on long wilderness trips.

Handcrafted from closed grain, lightweight and durable hardwoods, the Expedition Plus is a bomb-proof paddle for whitewater and expeditionary trips
The blade is protected with a 4 oz. fiberglass wrap and Rockgard® 6 inches up the shaft for maximum durability
Rounded blade corners help resist chipping
Designed to be a heavy-tripping paddle and Class I-III whitewater, however not suitable for IV or V whitewater

Shaft Material: 18-Laminate Basswood
Blade Material: Red Alder, Basswood & Roasted Basswood
Blade Size: 8.2 x 19 in. (21 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 126 sq. in. (813 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Power T-Grip
Weight: 24 oz. (680 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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Loon wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Loon wooden canoe paddle full paddle blade to grip from the front

Loon wooden canoe paddle grip from the front

2 Loon wooden canoe paddles leaning against a beached canoe

Loon and Beavertail wooden canoe paddles laid across the seats of a canoe a dusk

Loon

$99.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

Lightweight, comfortable on the hands, and reinforced with Rockgard tip protection, the Loon is the perfect choice for flatwater lake canoeing.

Ideal for recreational paddling
Solid, ovalized basswood shaft is durable but not excessive in weight
Rockgard® tip provides protection on the blade

Shaft Material: Solid Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood & Maple
Blade Size: 6.75 x 19 in. (17 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 112 sq. in. (284 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Classic Palm Grip
Weight: 20 oz. (567 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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Arrow wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Arrow wooden canoe paddle full paddle from blade to grip

Arrow wooden canoe paddle grip from the front

Girl with Arrow wooden canoe paddle turning towards the stern for a photo

Photo taken from the stern of the Arrow wooden canoe paddle coming out of the water during a recovery stroke

Arrow

$139.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

Perfect for the recreational user with reinforced durability, the Arrow is the staple of performance in flatwater canoeing.

Hand-crafted from a blend of beautiful hardwoods - basswood, red alder, and maple
At home on rivers or lakes, the Arrow delivers great performance at a reasonable price
18-laminate shaft provides strength and durability, while the ovalization provides comfort
Rockgard® tip provides protection on the blade

Shaft Material: 18-Laminate Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood, Red Alder & Maple
Blade Size: 7.5 x 19 in. (19 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 121 sq. in. (781 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Classic 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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Twig kids wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Twig kids wooden canoe paddle full paddle blade to grip from the front

Twig kids wooden canoe paddle grip from the front (T-grip)

Young boy holding the Twig paddle above his head smiling

Small boy using his Twig paddle out on the water. Java 11 used by the bow paddler in the background

Twig kids wooden canoe paddle held across a young boy's lap while sitting on s step stool in the middle of the canoe

Twig - Kids

$79.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

A durable kids canoe paddle that is easy to handle and designed to make canoeing fun.

Well balanced wood canoe paddle designed just for kids
T-Grip won't slip out of small hands
Rockgard® tip takes the inevitable abuse

Shaft Material: Solid Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood
Blade Size: 5.5 x 16 in. (14 x 41 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 76 sq. in. (490 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Kid's T-Grip
Weight: 14 oz. (397 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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Sunburst ST full paddle blade to grip from the front

Sunburst ST grip from the front (T-grip)

Sunburst ST paddled by a female in the bow with a yellow lab sitting behind her

Sunburst ST

$259.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

Combining years of wood-crafting artistry with state-of-the-art composite technology, the Sunburst is lightweight, comfortable to hold, and durable.

2 oz. fiberglass-reinforced, Rockgard®-tipped blade
Ovalized, tapered 100% carbon shaft, favored by aeronautics engineers for its strength and light weight
The Sunburst was designed with canoe elitists in mind

Shaft Material: 100% Carbon
Blade Material: Red Alder, Basswood & Roasted Basswood
Blade Size: 8.2 x 17 in. (21 x 43 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 99 sq. in. (639 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Symmetric Palm/T-Grip Blend
Weight: 17 oz. (482 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.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Catalyst ST wooden canoe paddle blade from the front

Catalyst ST wooden canoe paddle full paddle blade to grip from the front

Catalyst ST wooden canoe paddle grip from the front

Catalyst ST being paddled by the bow paddler

Catalyst ST being paddled by an older woman sitting in the bow. Terrier dog next to her lap.

Catalyst ST being paddled by the stern paddler

Catalyst ST

$174.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

The Catalyst is the sustainable canoe paddle, made by hand-laying first quality wood scraps, dedicated to the reuse of excess materials.

Handcrafted from a combination of basswood, roasted basswood, red alder, and maple remnants from our first quality paddles
The construction of the wood remnants means each blade layout is slightly unique
At 24 oz., the Catalyst is day trip ready and ideal for flatwater
Designed for comfort with an ovalized shaft and a freestyle palm grip, this lightweight paddle will stand up to hours of paddling
The Catalyst exceeds our strength testing standards with full Rockgard® coverage and a 4 oz. fiberglass wrap

Shaft Material: Solid Basswood
Blade Material: A combination of Basswood, Red Alder, Maple, and Roasted Basswood
Blade Size: 8.1 x 19 in. (21 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 118 sq. in. (761 sq. cm)
Grip Type: Freestyle Palm Grip
Weight: 24 oz. (680 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.

Due to the varied density of wood, all canoe paddles could have a +/– 10% variance in weight.

Paddle weight is based on 54 inch measurements for straight shafts and 50 inch measurements for bent shafts.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Black Pearl ST full paddle blade to grip from the front

Black Pearl ST grip from the front (T-grip)

Black Pearl ST blade going away from camera at 45 degree angle with water droplets on blade

Black Pearl ST coming out of the water during out of water recover

Black Pearl ST being paddle by a male and female (stern and bow respectfully) with beautiful snow-covered mountains

Black Pearl ST

$269.95 US MSRP (taxes not included)

The weight savings of a full carbon paddle reinforced with Edgegard protection so you can rely on this paddle for your long-distance flatwater trips.

Full carbon construction weighing 16 oz.
Nylon weave Edgegard tip protection seals the carbon and prolongs the life of the paddle
Provides maneuverability that is ideal for fast water and quick turns

Shaft Material: 100% Carbon
Blade Material: Foam Core Carbon with Nylon-Reinforced Edges
Blade Size: 8.25 x 18.75 in. (21 x 48 cm)
Blade Surface Area: 105 sq. in. (677 sq. cm)
Grip Material: 100% Carbon
Grip Type: Freestyle Palm Grip
Weight: 16 oz. (454 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.

Bending Branches paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase.

If your paddle was purchased at bendingbranches.com, please contact us at [email protected] . We won’t make you fill out any time consuming forms or jump through too many hoops. We simply want to chat with you to figure out the best solution going forward. To help speed up your request, please include a copy of your receipt and your reason for return within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be in unused condition and returned in their original packaging.

Here at Bending Branches, we are a lean, build-to-order, United States manufacturer that requires standard product in order to keep our costs competitive. Therefore, we do not accept custom, non-standard product requests for new paddles. We apologize for any inconvenience.