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Explorer Plus
Regular price $129.95 US MSRP (taxes not included) Save $-129.95The 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 paddles are typically built within a week and ship shortly thereafter. 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.
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.












Expedition Plus
Regular price $159.95 US MSRP (taxes not included) Save $-159.95Our 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 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 paddles are typically built within a week and ship shortly thereafter. 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.
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.










Cruiser Plus 11
Regular price $139.95 US MSRP (taxes not included) Save $-139.95Built for power and durability, the Cruiser is for rugged abuse on all paddling conditions, with the efficiency of a bent shaft.
- A 4 oz. fiberglass blade wrap protects the seven laminates of basswood and roasted basswood
- Full Rockgard® protection will withstand heavy use
- 18-laminate shaft provides strength and power
- 11° bent shaft
- The classic palm grip is is easy to hold, comfortable, and warm on the hands
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. (299 sq. cm.)
Grip Type: Classic Palm Grip
Weight: 22 oz. (624 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 paddles are typically built within a week and ship shortly thereafter. 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.
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.










Viper
Regular price $159.95 US MSRP (taxes not included) Save $-159.95Our most durable bent shaft canoe paddle, and the only double bend, the Viper packs a punch while preserving your wrists in a nature hold.
- The Viper is ergonomically designed with a double bend shaft to help keep both wrists aligned when paddling
- Handcrafted from durable and lightweight basswoods
- 4 oz. fiberglass wrap with full Rockgard® to protect the blades
- Wide blades pulls easily through the water
Shaft Material: 18-Laminate Basswood
Blade Material: Basswood & Roasted Basswood
Blade Size: 8.7 x 19 in. (22 x 48 cm.)
Blade Surface Area: 128.5 sq. in. (829 sq. cm.)
Grip Type: Curved Palm Grip
Weight: 22 oz. (624 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 paddles are typically built within a week and ship shortly thereafter. 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.
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.












Catalyst ST
Regular price $139.95 US MSRP (taxes not included) Save $-139.95The 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
- $5 from every paddle sold will be donated to American Rivers non-profit
- 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 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 paddles are typically built within a week and ship shortly thereafter. 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.
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.












Catalyst 11
Regular price $149.95 US MSRP (taxes not included) Save $-149.95By leveraging first quality wood scraps, the Catalyst is sustainably minded and high-performing.
- Handcrafted from a combination of basswood, roasted basswood, red alder, and maple remnants from our first quality paddles
- $5 from every paddle sold will be donated to American Rivers non-profit
- 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 classic 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: Classic Palm Grip
Weight: 24 oz. (680 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 paddles are typically built within a week and ship shortly thereafter. 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.
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.