Outrigger 8.5″ Economy Junior Paddle UNCUT 44-54″

Outrigger 8.5″ Economy Junior Paddle UNCUT 44-54″ Description

Grey Owl’s Junior: Paddling for Youngsters

Use the Junior paddle from Grey Owl to enter the fascinating world of paddling. The Junior paddle, designed with young explorers in mind, delivers a superb balance of agility, performance, and control. Younger paddlers can feel confident on the water because to its scaled-down design, which perfectly complements their power and size.

 

Child-Safe Craftsmanship

The Junior paddle combines durability and safety. This paddle was made using kid-safe materials and is strong enough to withstand even the most intrepid little explorers. Its durable design promises years of usage and everlasting memories because to its extended lifespan.

 

Unleashing Future Champions

Younger enthusiasts’ love for paddling is sparked by the Junior paddle. Its lightweight design and comfortable grip provide effortless manoeuvrability and power. This paddle will motivate future champions whether they are paddling across tranquil lakes or soft rivers.

 

Grip: oiled maple barrel grip

Shaft: 8 ply laminated basswood, oval 1 ¼” x 1 ¹⁄₁₆”, 10° angle

Blade: 7 ply laminated ash and basswood

Blade Cross Section Style: cambered

Tip Material & Style: casting epoxy, straight

Finish: high gloss exterior polyurethane with UV block

Average Weight (oz): 21oz

 

Sizing Your Bent Shaft Paddle

Regardless of the model of straight or bent shaft paddle, you have selected, the overall length should be determined by the shaft length from the top of the grip to the throat of the paddle.

The following formula applies: the shaft length should equal the distance from one shoulder to the water line of the canoe. This will allow you to paddle below your eyes with your upper hand while keeping your lower hand close to the throat.

To determine the approximate length, sit erect on a flat hard chair or the floor and measure the distance from the surface to your chin. Add 6” for the approximate distance the canoe seat would be from the waterline. Thus, a person whose chin-to-chair measurement is 26” would add 6” to arrive at a 32” shaft length. Looking at the specifications of our various models, you will find that you would probably use a 50” Touring Bent Shaft, a 54” Voyageur, or a 56” Chieftain. A one- or two-inch variation would not have much effect on usage, so try to find the closest shaft length for the model chosen. Remember to consider that canoe seat heights vary, as might a ‘comfort range’ that you might feel more suited to.