Unlike traditional Euro style paddles, Greenland paddles are gentle on your body.  The natural materials used in their construction lend a certain amount of natural flexibility to the paddle that make it gentle on your arms and shoulders.  The unfeathered nature of the paddle also helps prevent the tendonitis that may come from extended use of a feathered paddle. Furthermore, less wind resistance and light weight means more endurance on those long days on the water.  These paddles, based on Inuit designs developed over thousands of years are an efficient and comfortable way  to paddle.  The long slender blades feel different in use but are often preferred over Euro paddles for bracing, sweeping or rolling.

We make our paddles from a variety of carefully selected woods including western red cedar, basswood, cherry and ash.  Laminating different woods together gives strength, beauty, durability and limitless design possibilities.   Finished with the gentle sheen of tung oil, polyurethane or a mix of the two, your customized paddle is sure to serve you well for years to come.  

Just like clothing, the right fit is essential.  Ranging from 86″ - 92″ in length with a loom length of your choice and blade widths of 3.25″ - 3.5″ we can make a paddle that suits you best and that will give you many memorable trips on the water.

Please contact us to order the right paddle in your choice of woods.