{"id":5997168591008,"title":"Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle","handle":"grey-owl-guide-paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle is a rugged and inexpensive tripping paddle for bow, stern or solo use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo other paddle can give you the enjoyment and feel of cruising like a traditional paddle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThough not the easiest paddles to use in depths less than 12”,  t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehe blade width area is more than adequate to maneuver your canoe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll basic strokes such as the ‘J’ and ‘C’ strokes, along with draw, pry and feather strokes evolved from this type of paddle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional paddles tend to longer, more slender blades and serve for a long time due to their overall resilience. Originally carved from one piece of wood. In traditional paddle making Cedar and basswood were prized because of their light weight while ash, maple and cherry would be chosen for strength and durability. Cherry was especially preferred for its resistance to rot and warping along while also being relatively light in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e Read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.campstore.com\/blogs\/staff-picks-and-product-highlights\/a-lot-of-words-about-choosing-a-paddle\"\u003eBuyers Guide for more info on choosing a paddle. \u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 ply laminated black cherry grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid cherry, oval shaft: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e⁄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e32\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e” x 1 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e⁄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e32\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 ply laminated Black Cherry blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Cross Section Style is cambered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting epoxy wraparound tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh gloss exterior polyurethane finish with a UV block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost suitable for solo and tandem deep water paddling (2’ – 2 ½’ minimum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePaddle Measurements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length - 54\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 31\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 23\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 100\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 20oz \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length - 57\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 33\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 108\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 22oz \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length - 60\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 35\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 116\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 24oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e63\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 37\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 26\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 124\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 26oz \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to Fit a Paddle\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehe overall paddle length you should order should be determined primarily by the shaft length (from the top of the grip to the throat of the paddle).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/files\/SizingCanoePaddles_480x480.jpg?v=1611871574\" alt=\"Paddle Fitting\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSit erect on a flat hard chair or the floor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasure the distance from the seat of the chair\/floor to your chin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 6\" to your measurement to allow for water level (A chin-to-Chair measurement of 26\" would add 6\" to arrive at a 32\" shaft length)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChoose a paddle with the closest shaft length measurement. A variation of 1\" or 2\" will not have much effect on usage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","published_at":"2021-10-07T11:39:35-04:00","created_at":"2021-01-21T16:12:53-05:00","vendor":"Grey Owl","type":"Paddle","tags":["Full Price","Made in Canada","Paddle","Updated.032023"],"price":8899,"price_min":8899,"price_max":8899,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":37832316551328,"title":"54\"","option1":"54\"","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"550620","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle - 54\"","public_title":"54\"","options":["54\""],"price":8899,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"5506200"},{"id":37832316616864,"title":"57\"","option1":"57\"","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"550621","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle - 57\"","public_title":"57\"","options":["57\""],"price":8899,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"5506217"},{"id":37832316649632,"title":"60\"","option1":"60\"","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"550622","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle - 60\"","public_title":"60\"","options":["60\""],"price":8899,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"5506224"},{"id":37832316682400,"title":"63\"","option1":"63\"","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"550623","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle - 63\"","public_title":"63\"","options":["63\""],"price":8899,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"5506231"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide2.jpg?v=1611863382","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide3.jpg?v=1611863382","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide1.jpg?v=1611863382"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide2.jpg?v=1611863382","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle","id":13438360551584,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide2.jpg?v=1611863382"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide2.jpg?v=1611863382","width":800},{"alt":"Traditional Canoe Paddle","id":13438360617120,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide3.jpg?v=1611863382"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide3.jpg?v=1611863382","width":800},{"alt":"Grey Owl Paddle Made in Canada","id":13438360649888,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide1.jpg?v=1611863382"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/products\/Guide1.jpg?v=1611863382","width":800}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grey Owl 'Guide' Paddle is a rugged and inexpensive tripping paddle for bow, stern or solo use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo other paddle can give you the enjoyment and feel of cruising like a traditional paddle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThough not the easiest paddles to use in depths less than 12”,  t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehe blade width area is more than adequate to maneuver your canoe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll basic strokes such as the ‘J’ and ‘C’ strokes, along with draw, pry and feather strokes evolved from this type of paddle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional paddles tend to longer, more slender blades and serve for a long time due to their overall resilience. Originally carved from one piece of wood. In traditional paddle making Cedar and basswood were prized because of their light weight while ash, maple and cherry would be chosen for strength and durability. Cherry was especially preferred for its resistance to rot and warping along while also being relatively light in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e Read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.campstore.com\/blogs\/staff-picks-and-product-highlights\/a-lot-of-words-about-choosing-a-paddle\"\u003eBuyers Guide for more info on choosing a paddle. \u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 ply laminated black cherry grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid cherry, oval shaft: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e⁄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e32\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e” x 1 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e⁄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e32\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 ply laminated Black Cherry blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Cross Section Style is cambered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting epoxy wraparound tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh gloss exterior polyurethane finish with a UV block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost suitable for solo and tandem deep water paddling (2’ – 2 ½’ minimum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePaddle Measurements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length - 54\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 31\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 23\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 100\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 20oz \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length - 57\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 33\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 108\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 22oz \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length - 60\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 35\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 116\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 24oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e63\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft: 37\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 26\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Area (Square Inches): 124\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 5 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight (average): 26oz \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to Fit a Paddle\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehe overall paddle length you should order should be determined primarily by the shaft length (from the top of the grip to the throat of the paddle).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/3019\/7920\/files\/SizingCanoePaddles_480x480.jpg?v=1611871574\" alt=\"Paddle Fitting\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSit erect on a flat hard chair or the floor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasure the distance from the seat of the chair\/floor to your chin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 6\" to your measurement to allow for water level (A chin-to-Chair measurement of 26\" would add 6\" to arrive at a 32\" shaft length)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChoose a paddle with the closest shaft length measurement. A variation of 1\" or 2\" will not have much effect on usage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e"}