I'm 6' 5", and very long in the torso even for my height. I use a 61.5" slalom paddle for my decked c-1s, and a 62" slalom paddle for my open boat.
At 5' 10", you might start with a 58" paddle. Don't start too short. It is harder to lengthen a paddle than it is to shorten it.
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- Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:30 am
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: canoe paddle
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- Topic: Shoulder Pains
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- Sun Oct 07, 2007 4:52 pm
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: T-Grip replacement
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- Sun Sep 23, 2007 11:20 pm
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- Topic: Paddle problem
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- Thu Aug 02, 2007 11:19 pm
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: C1 paddle size
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- Thu Aug 02, 2007 8:39 pm
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- Topic: C1 paddle size
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- Thu Aug 02, 2007 7:11 pm
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- Topic: C1 paddle size
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C1 paddle size
Hi There,
I was wondering if there is a rule of thumb when choosing a paddle size for a C1. I am currently paddling a Esquif Detonator and using a Werner Bandit size 58". I am 6'1" and I was wondering if I need to shorten my paddle if/when I move into a C1.
Thanx
I was wondering if there is a rule of thumb when choosing a paddle size for a C1. I am currently paddling a Esquif Detonator and using a Werner Bandit size 58". I am 6'1" and I was wondering if I need to shorten my paddle if/when I move into a C1.
Thanx
- Fri Apr 27, 2007 4:28 pm
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: Werner Bandit modification
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Werner Bandit modification
I have two glass Bandits. One is 58" and one is 60". I would like to shorten the 60 to 57 or 56. Anybody ever done this? I am going to contact ... but I'm sure they want more than I am willing to pay. As it is now the paddle is useless to me so if it can't be shortened, I would love to trade ...
- Wed Apr 04, 2007 7:04 pm
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: Favorite ways to size an OC-1 paddle
- Replies: 37
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... of guy tripping/ww canoeists use a 56" or 58") tall people 60" Probably shorten those a bit if it's for solo playboating in a ww open canoe, and ... if it's for a C-1. The only way to get an ideal shaft length is for the paddler himself to decide what it is, and that may change season to season ...
- Wed Apr 04, 2007 6:10 pm
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: Favorite ways to size an OC-1 paddle
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- Wed Jan 31, 2007 2:52 am
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: removing a T-grip from a Bandit
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- Fri Jan 05, 2007 3:30 am
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: Contemplating a new stick . . .
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- Fri Jan 05, 2007 12:22 am
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: Contemplating a new stick . . .
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- Sat Nov 26, 2005 2:08 am
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: How do I shorten a paddle?
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shortening a paddle
One way to shorten a paddle is to start with the handle remembering that the wooden handle extends into the shaft perhaps two or so ...
- Fri Nov 25, 2005 3:15 pm
- Forum: CBoat C Forum
- Topic: How do I shorten a paddle?
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How do I shorten a paddle?
I have a Werner Carbon breakdown that is about 1 inch too long, can I shorten it?