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Grey Owl Voyageur Canoe Paddle
The Grey Owl Voyager has a shorter wider blade than the River, like the River it is an excellent all round longer trip paddle. The shorter blade means it is more effective in the shallows. The paddle has a laminated ash and bass shaft with a cherry pear grip and a cherry, butternut and bass blade.
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Description & Useful Information
The Grey Owl Voyager has a shorter wider blade than the River, like the River it is an excellent all round longer trip paddle. The shorter blade means it is more effective in the shallows. The paddle has a laminated ash and bass shaft with a cherry pear grip and a cherry, butternut and bass blade.
Features
- Grip: 3 ply laminated black cherry, pear shape
- Shaft: 3 ply laminated ash and basswood, oval 1 1?8” x 1 1?16”
- Blade: 7 ply laminated cherry, basswood and walnut
- Blade Cross Section Style: cambered
- Tip Material & Style: casting epoxy, straight
- Finish: high gloss exterior polyurethane with a UV block
Sizing your canoe paddle
Regardless of the model of straight or bent shaft paddle you have selected, the size should be determined by the shaft length rather than the overall length.
The following formula applies: The shaft length should equal the distance from ones shoulder to the waterline of the canoe. To determine this distance, sit erect on a chair and measure from your chin to the seat. Add 6 to this figure to get the approximate shaft length.
Thus, someone whose chin to chair measurement is 26" would add 6" to come up with a 32" shaft length.* This is equal to a 52" Touring Bent Shaft, a 54" to 56" Sugar Island or a 58" Chieftain.
* This figure represents a rough guide from which a plus/minus 2" comfort range should be considered. Also, canoe seat placement will affect shaft length.
Traditional Paddles
These paddles are distinguished by their long slender blades and overall resilience. Originally carved from one piece of wood from a small tree, cedar and basswood were prized because of their light weight while ash, maple and cherry were chosen for strength and durability. Cherry was especially preferred for its resistance to rot and warping along with being relatively light in weight.
Though not the easiest paddles to use in depths below 12", one can learn to manage quite well with a sweep stroke. All basic strokes such as the J and C strokes, along with draw, pry and feather strokes evolved from this type of paddle.
No other paddle can give you the enjoyment and feel of cruising like a traditional paddle. The blade width area is more than adequate to maneuver your canoe so pick the model that appeals to your price range, usage and aesthetics.
Size Guide
| Overall Length | 52" | 54" | 56" | 58" | 60" | 62" | 64" | 66" |
| Shaft Length | 30" | 32" | 34” | 36" | 38" | 40" | 42" | 44" |
| Blade Length | 22” | 22” | 22” | 22” | 22” | 22” | 22” | 22” |
| Blade Width | 7" | 7" | 7" | 7" | 7" | 7" | 7" | 7" |
| Blade Area (sq in). | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Average Weight (oz). | 20 | 21.5 | 23 | 24.5 | 26 | 27.5 | 29 | 30.5 |
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60-Day Returns Period
You can return your item(s) within 60 days of the purchase date. To qualify for a return, the item must be:
- In its original condition, unused, and undamaged in a re-saleable condition.
- Accompanied by the original proof of purchase (receipt or order confirmation).
Refunds
Refunds will be processed as soon as possible upon receiving your returned item, please allow up to 5 working days from the received delivery back at our warehouse.
Refunds will be issued to your original payment method.
How to Return an Item
Bring the item to our store or send it back via a trackable shipping service to ensure safe delivery. Include your proof of purchase, if available. If you are shipping the item back to us, please note that you are responsible for the shipping costs unless the return is due to a defect or error on our part.
Exceptions
Clearance Items: These items are not eligible for return or refund unless they are defective.
Customised or Special-Order Products: Returns are not accepted unless the product is defective.
Exchanges
If you wish to exchange your item, please contact us, and we’ll do our best to find a suitable replacement. Exchanges are subject to product availability.
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Email: shop@flowkayaks.co.uk
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