BruceK: "One thing to consider - Greenland style paddles can be easily made inexpensively with basic wood working skills and tools. I have made 2 for my sailing canoe with different lengths and the materials were less than $20 for each.
In my opinion, Greenland style paddles are an acquired taste. At first you feel like you get no bite in the water, but they are very comfortable for me and I like them for long distances.
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Interesting coincidence....I just ordered this
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