Crooked Creek 4ft Wooden Boat Paddle

Crooked Creek Paddle Company is a family owned business. The Rogers family and the people that work with them enjoy the water and outdoor activities around and on it. As a result, we strive to provide products that we would want to use when we get the chance to be on the water. Each paddle and oar style has been created to the vision and specifications of our founder, Tom Rogers. The company itself started as an idea by Tom. He noticed that most people either had to pick by quality or price when selecting paddles and oars. Tom didn’t think you should have to choose either quality or cost effectiveness, but wanted to offer anyone a quality paddle at a good value. From that, Crooked Creek Paddle Company was born.

Lightweight but built for performance. Multi-ply laminated construction for strength. Waterproof polyurethane finish. Brown epoxy blade tip for durability. Traditional shaft and palm grip.

I am looking to use this as a coat rack (I will mount 4" boat cleats). As such, how wide is the shaft? Is the shaft oval/rounded or flat on the sides? It has a flat shaft where you can mount the cleats... it curves around the sides. Think it will work great. They are well made and pretty.

How does one determine proper canoe paddle length? One determines proper paddle length by using paddles and finding the one that suits them best. Longer paddles are typically use by more experienced (conditioned) or athletic types as it lets them use their strength to perform longer and more powerful strokes. Until one uses various lengths and widths of paddles, there is not an easy way to determine "proper" paddle length and width as it's an individual's preference more than a mathematical equation. Best of luck finding your properly sized paddle, & enjoy your floats!

Is logo on both sides of paddle or just one? Being that it is winter, it is stashed away in the garage; but as I recall, just one side. Overall the paddle is ok, not great. It is a bit heavier than other paddles and is just a basic tool.

How wide is the blade? 6".