: Not a bad starting point. To save wood I now just use a 3/4"
: thick plank, not much wider (what the timber yard stocks) than
: the required width and only use hand-tools. Just means I don't
: have a bandsaw :-) or :-(

: http://sites.google.com/site/kayakamf/making-greenland-paddles

: One thing that I've been told and I have noticed makes a difference
: to performance is edge thickness. I'd suggest trying one with
: "moderately" sharp edges. I find they have less
: tendency to flutter (they shouldn't if used correctly) and seem
: to grip the water better.

: Any comments from other users?

: Alex

Depends on the definition of sharp :)

I tend to use a fairly small radius on the edges, 1/4" or so, it's quieter and GP's had to be quiet to work as a hunting tool.

Bill H.