Greenland Paddle Options
Shoulder Shapes
The shape of the shoulders on a paddle is a matter of personal choice. The advantage of having shoulders is that they provide a reference or indexing point on the paddle. We make 2 different shoulder shapes: Soft Shoulders, a smooth arch that widens the paddle by about 3/4" over 1" of length: and Shoulderless paddles that have a straight edge that starts at the loom and widens evenly as you move toward the blade tip. A shoulder less paddle allows your hands to slide smoothly & evenly over the paddle. This allows you a relatively even grip anyplace on the paddle. The choice is a matter of personal preference. These are the standard shapes and specifications however if you would like a custom shoulder shape just let us know.
Finish
I like to do 3 basic finish types:
Tung Oil- a nice natural feeling that requires easy up keep from time to time.
Urethane- comes in gloss and satin finish looks good and is more durable than oil but harder to maintain.
Epoxy/ Varnish- a very hard finish. I like this when its buffed to a matte finish but when it starts to go its hard to restore add 1 to 2 weeks for this finish.
Hardwood Tips- $30
Hardwood tips add abrasion resistance to your paddle and look good as well. Choose from the following hardwood species or another domestic hardwood of your choice.
Take Apart Paddles- (call for prices)
You can make your paddle a take apart by adding a Carbon fiber ferrule to the loom. For people ordering from outside North America a take apart paddle can greatly reduce the cost of shipping.
Art work
I can add an image to your paddle using paints, stains and dyes and/or burning images on to a paddle. Prices vary based on the art work so please call with your ideas and we can talk about what you would like.
