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Rated: 9.13/10 Based On: 8 Reviews

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08-10-2009
Submitted by: Troy - Rating: 6 of 10Send Email
     Bought this paddle w/ my first kayak (a Tarpon 120). Love the weight, feel, power of the paddle. However, my only issue (a pretty big one in my book) is that it holds water. The water gets trapped where the paddle and shaft meet so there's no way to get it out. I have yet to find out what the long term affect will be...
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05-10-2009
Submitted by: thistleView Profile Send Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     I got the Bending Branches Slice Solo canoe paddle, 280 cm. Makes handling a canoe solo a breeze, and helps maintain headway in my 17 ft. canoe in a real breeze. Was able to maintain about 3.5 kts. for five solid hours with only one 10 min. break. It's light, comfortable, but powerful.
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01-27-2009
Submitted by: dregsfanSend Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     I purchased a 240cm Slice Angler model along with my first kayak, an Old Town Voyager 111. This BB model is a great entry-level paddle. I wanted a brand name paddle with a fiberglass or carbon shaft. Carbon models were not in my price range. The Angler met all my requirements and then some. A great value from a reputable company. Can’t wait ‘til I haul in my first fish to use the ruler feature!
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08-12-2008
Submitted by: Johnny - Rating: 7 of 10Send Email
     I paid $90 at Sportsman’s Warehouse for the BB Slice Angler Paddle. All that makes it an Angler is the measurement markings on the shaft for measuring your catch, line, etc.

Pros: It's very light and there’s no play where the two halves connect in the middle. The blade is big enough to really push the kayak but not too big to cause too much strain. Cons: While many fiberglass shafts flex a little, this one feels like it flexes just a bit too much. I personally prefer a more rigid feel. Also since the shaft is not watertight, the foam inside tends to not let the water drain properly so that there is always an ounce or two of water inside that can only be removed by taking out the foam and draining it. Since there's not much room to work with in there, trying to get a hold of the foam can be a bit of a pain in the neck.

I would expect small issues from a cheap paddle but Bending Branches is a respectable company with many years of outfitting. I know this paddle was considerably more expensive when it first hit the market a few years ago. These issues should have been worked out in production. But overall, you cant beat the price for such a light paddle.

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11-16-2006
Submitted by: whispergirlView Profile Send Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     Love this paddle! Friends bought my Slice for my birthday. It is easy to control and light enough to go the distance.
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06-29-2006
Submitted by: mishugaSend Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     I love it. It's quite light but very strong. The carbon shaft combine with the Carbon/Nylon composite blades give this paddle the strength of a plastic paddle and the negligible weight of a carbon paddle, without the price of a full carbon paddle. Though I don't race(yet), I paddle hard, and the weight of this paddle has never been a problem.
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05-10-2006
Submitted by: JimboSend Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     I just got the BB Slice, fiberglass, with the telescoping shaft, and I love it. The variable length/angle is so helpful.... I reset it 5-6 time in one trip to match wind and current conditions. Nice for both low angle touring, and high angle power strokes. The blades are multipurpose and do well for longer trips or short power trips. Cam system easy to adjust and reliable so far. I sold three other paddles to buy this one. Good move.
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03-28-2006
Submitted by: awdiwoView Profile Send Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     Lightweight (30 oz), no flutter as much as I tried to stress this paddle. Very stiff. The carbon reinforced blade bulletproof so far. Rock solid feel. Great paddle for $179.
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