I was given a spruce paddle blank (already roughed out) Otter tail style, to finish. The blade is about 25" long, 5" wide, and 62" OAL. All my other paddles are hardwood, or chuncky old Old Town spruce. I'm thinking a lighter weight paddle for flat water, for someone of modest size and strength.
I'm working on the blade and looking for input on blade thickness or cross section suggestions. Thanks.
I'm working on the blade and looking for input on blade thickness or cross section suggestions. Thanks.