Rated 5 out of
5
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JohnOfCarlisle from
Simple, elegant, functional paddle
Everything you want in a canoe paddle without any frippery. Stiff, light, and durable with the reinforced tip.
Date published: 2021-04-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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ArtieW from
Great Paddle
A couple of decades ago, I bought a great canoe from L.L. Bean, and after a long wait, I finally bought a great paddle. Light, we’ll crafted, and with a protected resin tip, it should last me a long time.
Date published: 2020-09-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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Magoo from
wooden Canoe Paddle
This paddle is so light and easy for me to handle! Being 4'10" tall, I bought the shortest possible one, and I am thrilled with its smoothness and satined finish!
Date published: 2020-07-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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ww78 from
The Right Size Paddle
A very well made paddle that is available in sizes that are hard to find.
Date published: 2019-08-14
Rated 5 out of
5
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Buddy from
Beautiful paddle
Shipped quickly and a beautiful piece of atlectic equipment.
Date published: 2019-02-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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BrotherHugh from
LLBean West Branch Canoe Paddle
I had no idea how such a simple device could so totally enhance my enjoyment of canoeing. This LLBean paddle is simply exquisite. Not surprising. LLBean has been our favorite source for now 41 years.
Date published: 2017-12-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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BikeDaily from
Beautiful, light, strong
I purchased two of these same paddles a decade ago and they are still like new. Having acquired a second canoe I wanted the same paddles and found them again. And they are identical as before! Light yet strong. And Beautiful. Natural look.
Date published: 2016-06-10
Rated 4 out of
5
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TommyW from
West branch canoe paddle
The paddle arrived on time and well packaged,it's a real beauty,nothing looks as good or feels like a real wood paddle.It was a gift,and will not be in the water until Spring ,Summer comes to New Jersey.I am expecting many years of good use from this paddle.
Date published: 2014-01-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dmarkese from
Fine Canoe Paddle
These are strong and sturdy, yet lightweight. Looks like they'll last for years.
Date published: 2013-09-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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BirderSojourner from
Comfortable to use
I was looking for a short paddle (since I am short) My husband actually owns this paddle and has been happy with the longer version that he uses. I am very happy with mine. It fits in my hand comfortably and has a good shape in the water. The protective edge will extend its life, I am sure.
Date published: 2013-08-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ducatiguy from
Terrific value
This paddle works as well in hand as my Bending Branches paddles which cost 2 to 3 times more. Just finished a 4 day paddle of the Smith River in Montana and despite lower than desired water levels, the paddle showed very little wear. Will buy again!
Date published: 2012-06-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kzd22 from
Lovely and so very light
We're brand new canoers, and we are delighted with these paddles. Beautiful and old timey.
Date published: 2012-03-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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HighAdventurePaddler from
Nice Solid Paddle
This paddle is just a Bending Branches Loon paddle with the LL Bean name on it. It still is a great looking paddle, very light and well worth the money. You will not go wrong with this purchase.
Date published: 2012-03-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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CanoeVermont from
Canoe Paddle
Light and easy to use. The clerks in the store were very helpful. Being novice canoe users we didn't realize that the paddles should be adjusted to our height. So happy we shop at LLBean!
Date published: 2011-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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mikejb from
canoe paddle
Just what I wanted and fast service. It doesn't get much better!
Date published: 2011-06-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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VermontGuy from
great paddle
I bought West Branch canoe paddle before summer of 2010. I liked it so much I bought another one as a back-up and for the few times my wife like to canoe.
Date published: 2011-01-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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ImaCliffie from
Perfection and elegance both
I lost a Bending Branch "Loon" paddle and needed to replace it. Bean's West Branch paddle is exactly like the one I lost, and is a great quality paddle at a reasonable price. It arrived very quickly after I placed the order, and I was glad to be able to take advantage of the free shipping for my order.
Date published: 2010-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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AllSportsman from
Paddle
This paddle withstood the Allagash Waterway trip with no issues. It's light and fits me well. Due to an unforeseen, non-paddling circumstance, I broke my old one and went on-line that night to replace it.
Date published: 2009-09-24
Rated 5 out of
5
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jnort from
solid - its been valuable
you can read elsewhere on here my review of the LLBean Pack Canoe (by old town) I bought this paddle with that canoe a few years ago here off this site.
I paddle the pack canoe with a kayak paddle most of the time, but this paddle is always with me too. It's really pretty and very tough.
I got the 60" which is really too long to use all day for my set up (lowered seat) but it's my push pole, back up paddle, tarp/tent set up pole, and great back up paddle. On dead calm foggy mornings, I may creep out of camp and grab this paddle for the traditional 'feel' of silently slipping around with the single blade. With the laminate, the resin tip, it's very strong too. Makes a great pushpole from kneeling/sitting position for shoals.
I've used a bit of linseed oil and it looks brand new again.
Date published: 2009-04-18