For a single-bladed canoe paddle, Carver advises the paddler to stand and measure from the ground to the nose. “You want the handle to be between your chin and nose,” he said. “For me, that ...

In rustic Canaan, New Hampshire, Peter Mitchell is hard at work sanding a freshly carved double-bladed kayak paddle. Peter Mitchell and his father, David, have been making paddles for decades.

Ikelos Werner Paddles www.wernerpaddles.com (800)275-3311 Blade:Asymmetrical Weight: 27 ounces Price: $399. Werner Paddles is located near Puget Sound in Washington State, one of the best sea ...

Kayaks are great for many conditions and uses, especially a river like the Merrimack. Kayak paddlers use a double-bladed paddle, meaning they alternate between the right and left sides as they paddle.

So the idea of using a double-blade, kayak-style paddle in an open boat didn't impress me much, until I had some grudging, first-hand experience in situations where I had to admit that it made a ...

The paddle is about 7 feet long with blades the width of your fist. Sleek. It’s designed for fast paddling and quick handling and is one of about four dozen paddles Carver has on display.