> When i am Planing my paddle blank i've encountered a spot of rough wood?
> It's not a Knot in the wood i made sure the wood was very clear,I have
> sharpened my cutter and to no avail the rough spot won't give, I've turned
> the blank around and planed it the opposite direction and no change. The
> wood is Aspen and i am going with the grain.. Can anyone offer some
> assistance?

> Thank you, Johnnie

Is it possible the wood is damp in that spot?

Whatever, sandpaper cures most everything, eventually.

PGJ