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WalleyeHunter

03/28/2010 10:18PM

I'm looking to buy two bent shaft paddles. Where are the deals? Who do you buy from?

Thanks,

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Jackfish

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03/28/2010 11:24PM

Pretty generic questions that make it hard to answer. We don't know where you live, whether or not you know the size of paddles that fit you or what specifically you're looking for.

There are lots of places to buy paddles, bent shaft or otherwise.

It's only a spot on the map... until you go there.

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andym

03/28/2010 11:41PM

For carbon fiber...Piragis has some used ones. Ours were bought direct from Zaveral (zre.com). Call them for advice on length, order a blem and save some money. Still trying to find the blemishes on ours.

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snakecharmer

03/29/2010 07:22AM

I've purchased paddles off Craigslist and I've purchased paddles from brick n mortars. Ebay can be another great option. Depends on where you live and what you want.

"Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing it is not fish they are after"
~ Henry David Thoreau

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shr2807

03/29/2010 09:46AM

Piragis has a bunch of paddles on special right now. I bought a used outfitter carbon, bent shaft from them earlier this year. Here's a link to their specials:
Piragis specials

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Koda

03/29/2010 02:34PM

quote Jackfish: "Pretty generic questions that make it hard to answer. We don't know where you live, whether or not you know the size of paddles that fit you or what specifically you're looking for."

This is well said.
If you're comfortable paddling at a relatively high cadence, you'll be better off with a smaller blade (say, 8x18) and a flatter angle (10*-11*). If you prefer slow paddling, a larger blade and greater angle (14*+) will suit you better. Whatever you get, make sure the blade is completely immersed, meaning the shaft needs to be long enough for you.

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bassnut

03/29/2010 03:59PM

Wow, the Piragis Special price on a Sun Shadow is less than I paid 5yrs. ago.

"Blessed are the cracked because they let in light."

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DuluthPak

03/29/2010 05:21PM

Many paddle dealers will be at the Midwest Mountaineering Expo in April. I bought a pair of Bending Branches Sun Shadow bent shafts last year at the Expo for 20% off the regular price. They also have demos to try at a local Mpls lake several days during the Expo weekend. Midwest Mountaineering Expo

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SunCatcher

03/29/2010 07:00PM

Walleye Hunter,
I bought a used one Wenonah bent shaft from Piragis. I have had the canoe out one time since. Love the paddle and it came in decent shape for a used one. I need one about two inches longer I'm a thinkin. But...would buy another used one from Piragis. Also, WiskeyJack Paddles are really nice. Custom made, and light weight. Should last a heck of a long time. Go to Wiskeyjackpaddles.com and talk to Danny Brown. I met him at Copia he makes quality handmade stuff and is a nice fella.
SunCatcher

Dad Always said "We don't Always catch fish...but we ALWAYS have a good time"

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BlackMagic

03/29/2010 07:36PM

I bought two WhiskeyJacks at Midwest Mountaineering and they have a good selection right now of bents.

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TriTodd

03/29/2010 09:13PM

I did some research on reviews of bent shafts and made the purchase on a Whiskey Jack Double Whiskey. It has two bends to it and a wonderful grip. Made with cedar, it's light and beautiful, but very rigid. I had some ligament repair on my right wrist, troubles with a dislocated right shoulder, the double bend is a perfect fit for comfort. I really did put all my other paddles away and plan to use them as decorations. I purchased my wife the Whiskey Jack Jill, and she thinks it's the bomb!

Life is about being outside enjoying God's world...

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Koda

03/29/2010 11:17PM

quote TriTodd: "I did some research on reviews of bent shafts and made the purchase on a Whiskey Jack Double Whiskey. It has two bends to it and a wonderful grip. Made with cedar, it's light and beautiful, but very rigid. I had some ligament repair on my right wrist, troubles with a dislocated right shoulder, the double bend is a perfect fit for comfort. I really did put all my other paddles away and plan to use them as decorations. I purchased my wife the Whiskey Jack Jill, and she thinks it's the bomb!"

Please let us know how the Jack Double works for you. A stiff paddle can sometimes make the joints sore, while a flexible one cushions the "catch" part of the stroke. Hopefully yours is just right.

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ccharles43

03/30/2010 09:09AM

Don't rule out the XY paddle company, in Atikokan, Ontario, Canada. It is up at the north end of Quetico (Could be a great trip to pick one up!)

They custom make their paddles, fit the size, grip etc., and you can have your favourite poem/quote/emblem/whatever engraved before the dip - creates extremely strong, lightweight works of art, I paddle with mine in all canoe trips, and will never paddle with anything else.

Be sure to check them out - users become true loyal XY paddlers for life.

http://www.jon-nelson.com/return-of-the-xy-company

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HowardSprague

03/31/2010 02:35PM

Check the "Specials" on Mitchell paddles website Mitchell they might have additional deals/blems not on the site if you call them.

"Enjoy every sandwich"

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TriTodd

03/31/2010 09:00PM

It is 'just right' with all day paddling. Can I really tell you the complete mechanics of all paddles and how they work or don't for me? No, but I can tell you that I have and have used many types and found the double bend works for me just great. It has a relaxing feel to it and pulls different than my other paddles, and the light weight makes a huge differnce, too. I'll be stickng to this one for sure...

I purchased my paddles from Duluth Pack. I even visited the operations and met Danny, his wife, and crew. Danny showed me the steps to making his paddles. Very cool. Our visit pic is on their blog.

Life is about being outside enjoying God's world...

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zski

11/07/2010 12:18AM

I picked up a Sawyer Manta-Double Bend at a great price from the Red Rock Store last summer. Sold out now, but they frequently have some pretty good paddle prices.

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overthehill

11/07/2010 10:11AM

'redrockstore' online catalog did have some options. I bought a BB 7 degree bent there a couple yrs. ago on clearance. foxworks,ZRE, greyowl, redtail are some others.

Not to Hurry-Not to Worry

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ZIMTLSA

11/07/2010 07:34PM

Picked up a couple Fow Worxs paddles this spring on their Ebay site. A 10 deg and a 14. They did not get as much use this year as I was hoping too due to a shoulder injury but thus far I am happy with them and the price that I paid.

Semper Fi

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oldgentleman

11/08/2010 06:00AM

My son just got a Foxworx paddle this summer. It's a really pretty one. He used it on a 170 mile solo trip down Michigan's Muskegon River and really likes it. I forget what it weighs, but it's less than my Bending Branches paddles.

Here's a link: Foxworx

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