Black Pearl ST Canoe Paddle
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Black Pearl ST Canoe Paddle
Tech Specs

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Best UseCanoeing
Blade ConstructionFoam core carbon
Shaft ConstructionCarbon
Blade Size18.75 x 8.25 inches
Blade Surface Area (sq. in.)105 square inches
Grip TypePalm Grip
Weight1 pound
Blade-to-Shaft Offset0 degrees
Description

Paddle on to the perfect campsite with the Bending Branches Black Pearl ST straight-shaft canoe paddle, which blends lightweight versatility with knifelike performance.

Features
  • Ideal for long-distance flatwater trips in both the stern and bow positions, and for those seeking to save ounces and reduce fatigue
  • 16 oz. paddle features an all-carbon blade, shaft and freestyle palm grip
  • Symmetrical, straight Buoyant Foam Core blade provides a smooth and buoyant feel on the water for all your favorite strokes
  • Midsize blade offers enough surface area to easily maneuver the canoe without being overly fatiguing on longer trips
  • Slight dihedral is added to the power face of the blade for smoother, more efficient forward strokes
  • Nylon-weave Edgegard tip protection seals in the carbon blade and prolongs the life of the paddle
  • Knifelike edge makes correctional and in-water strokes quiet and smooth
  • Smooth face is great for bracing strokes and in-water return strokes
  • Freestyle palm grip is comfortable and easy to hold and offers versatility when maneuvering the canoe