Shaft Type:
21 Laminate : Shafts are ovalized for more natural feel and comfort.
Weight:
19 oz : weight based on average weight of 50” paddle: due to the natural variations in wood, weight could vary by +/- 10%
Wood Type:
Basswood, Butternut, Cherry, & Black Willow
Comments
BJ – Wisconsin
“I just got back from BWCA on Sunday. It was probably the best trip I’ve taken in my life. The Sun Shadow Bent I bought at Canoecopia worked great. I suspect some of the folks I met might be picking up a Bending Branches paddle of their own…”
Satisfied REI Customer – Alaska
“I have used my Sun Shadow for two seasons now. I use it primarily on flat water, but I have used it in class II rivers as well. This is an awesome paddle that affords excellent control and comfort. Initially, I was afraid to use it around rocks since it looks so awesome and I feared scratching it. I discovered that the wear strip at the bottom holds up fine and it still looks new after 40 trips.”
Satisfied REI Customer – Minnesota
“My dad has had one of these paddles for a few years now, and I finally got one for myself last summer. The oval-shaped shaft feels a little odd at first if you're used to a circular one, but is more comfortable over the long haul, and the palm grip is remarkably natural feeling. The partial-wrap tip guard covers just the right amount of the edge, over all the critical areas that commonly get beat up. BB makes great stuff all around, so if you're looking for a flat blade or different price point their other products are also a good bet.”
Satisfied REI Customer – Maryland
“Have used this paddle for several wilderness canoe trips - Quetico, Killarny, Adirondacks - as well as local leisure canoeing. I find my strokes are more efficient than with a standard paddle, so not the usual fatigue after long hours of paddling. Not to mention it's a beautiful paddle. Very happy with my decision to try a bent shaft.”