PADDLE STYLES
Whether you choose one of the current designs or a custom commissioned work, you may choose a paddle style.
There are four basic paddles types available, as well as a decorative 22" mini-paddle and a 42" child's paddle. The styles in the photo are (from left to right):
  • Model 1897
    The 1897 has a 6-1/2" beavertail blade with an old fashioned grip.
  • Racine
    A replication of a paddle originally sold by the Racine Canoe Co. of Wisconsin which went out of business in the twenties. It is quite beautiful and a pleasure to use. The blade is only 5" wide and lends itself very well to the North Woods stroke, as well as solo paddling.
  • Algonquin
    This paddle is patterned after the Cree and Ojibwa hunting paddle. It is both quiet and easy to use for the traditionalist.
  • 22" Mini-Paddle
  • 42" Children's Paddle
    A comfortable paddle for children four feet and under.
  • Penobscot
    This paddle has a traditional pear grip and 6-1/2" beavertail blade. It is home in any kind of water.
Paddle Types
The paddles are made by Shaw & Tenney, who have been handcrafting paddles and oars since 1858 in the north woods of Maine. Paddles other than 60" ash are special orders. Sizes range from the 42" children's paddle to a 72" length. In addition to the usual old-growth ash used, woods available include: maple (including bird's eye and wavy maple), spruce, sassafras, cherry, mahogany, butternut and Kentucky coffee. Special order wood types cost an additional $20 to $30 depending on species and style.
Paddle Handles
Illustrated to the right are the three basic handle types offering different grips. From left to right they are:
  • Model 1897
  • Racine
  • Penobscot and Algonquin
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