Owlet Unvarnished Canoe Paddle

Owlet Unvarnished Canoe Paddle Description

Owlet: Grey Owl’s Kid-friendly Paddle

Introducing the Owlet paddle from Grey Owl, the ideal travel buddy for your little explorer. The Owlet, which is specifically made for younger paddlers, provides little hands with a cozy, snug grasp. Its small weight and ease of use will provide your youngster more comfort and competence in the water.

 

High-Quality Construction

Both your child and we value quality. Because of this, the Owlet is made to the same high standards as the rest of our Grey Owl merchandise. This paddle was made to last and is made of strong materials that can resist vigorous paddling sessions. Your youngster receives a tool that is built to last with the Owlet.

 

Ignite the Paddling Passion

It’s a ticket to adventure rather than just a paddle. Your youngster may develop a love of the outdoors and wildlife thanks to the Owlet paddle. Every excursion is enjoyable and informative thanks to its design, which makes for simple manoeuvring. Prepare your youngster for a lifetime of delight in paddling with the Owlet.

 

Shaft: solid bass, oval, 1 ¹⁄₁₆” x 1 ¹⁄₃₂”

Blade: 3-ply, laminated basswood

Blade Cross Section Style: convex

Tip Material & Style: no tip

Finish: high gloss exterior polyurethane with a UV block

Usage: suitable for children ages 4 to 8

 

Sizing Your Recreational Paddle

Regardless of the model of the 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.

The only exception to this rule would be our Hammerhead paddle. A completely different technique is used for white water canoeing, and you may end up adding approximately 12” to your chin to chair length.