: Since I know there is no shortage of opinions on this forum,
: thought I would toss out a question for some feedback...

: I'm interested in acquiring a double end canoe paddle for
: occasional use when I'm paddling one of my canoes. I've got lots
: of canoe paddles, bent shaft, straight shaft, homemade and
: storebought. I was thinking of making a double end canoe paddle
: using one of the kayak paddle plans I've seen and simply making
: a longer shaft and I have been struggling with what length. I've
: seen them from 250cm to 270cm but am uncertain what the general
: guidelines are for choosing the length on one of these paddles.
: My canoes are 33" and 36" wide respectively and I'm
: 5'11". Any thoughts on what length??

: Also, I found a used 270cm Accent nylon blade / carbon shaft on
: Craig's List this morning for $65 and am interested in this one
: if the 270cm is not too long...

: Please help me sort out what length would be good....

: Bob Beaullieu

I use a 250 (I think) on my Wenonah Argosy and it works great on flat water, much faster for covering the miles. The single blade is better in moving water for me at least.

Bill H.