Name: Explorer Plus
Brand: Bending Branches
Price: 129.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Explorer Plus Canoe Paddle Blade in Water

Explorer Plus

$129.95 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 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.

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.

Beavertail

$99.95 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.
Grip Type: Freestyle 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.

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.

Traveler

$89.95 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 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.

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.

Two people in a canoe paddling a river in Europe

Expedition Plus

$159.95 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 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.

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].com . 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.

Person holding java paddle standing on rock looking at whitewater

Java ST

$149.95 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 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.

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.

Loon

$79.95 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 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.

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.

Arrow

$109.95 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 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.

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.

Twig - Kids

$59.95 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.
Grip Type: Kid's T-Grip
Weight: 14 oz. (397 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.

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.

Person canoeing downriver with the Sunburst canoe paddle

Sunburst ST

$214.95 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 T-700 carbon shaft, favored by aeronautics engineers for its strength and light weight
The Sunburst was designed with canoe elitists in mind

Shaft Material: T-700 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 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.

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.

Catalyst ST

$139.95 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
$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.

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.