Warning - Kayaking can be hazardous.

Warning - Kayaking can be an enjoyable pastime, however it does carry with it inherent risks. Professional
instruction, wearing immersion protection clothing and PFD, and practice in self and assisted rescues will
help to minimize the risk however it cannot be eliminated. By using a Friday Harbor paddle, the user
acknowledges said risk and releases Friday Harbor Paddles, and its agents, from any and all liability.
Always carry a spare paddle.
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Have your paddle Custom Built  .................Base Price $250   for a paddle
ready to be finished by you or chose from optional finishes below.

Fill in the form below and push the Submit button and I will email you a confirmation of the
specifications plus the options that  you have chosen and the total cost including shipping.  If it all
looks right to you, you will be able to click a "PAYPAL  Buy Now" button .

Money Back Guarantee
If you are not completely satisfied with your paddle, just return the paddle within 30 days of your
purchase and I will refund your payment.  After 30 days see the Warranty below.
Lead time on custom paddles is 1 to 2 weeks.
(Does not include shipping time.)
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Specification Form
Your name:
Email address:
Street
Phone number:
City
State
Zip Code
Comments , questions,
or special requests
The following information for choosing Greenland Paddle specifications is just a guide.  
What works best for a particular paddler and kayak and paddling style is very subjective and
therefore best determined by experience.  But this information will get you started.
1. Pick a Style or color combination from the Paddle Gallery   If you see a
paddle in a photo on the Paddle Gallery page that you like, you can indicate
the number here and I will try to match the color shades  and combinations
as best I can,  but I am  limited by the wood available at the time.
Type in the photo number.
2.  Paddle Length
While keeping your feet flat on the ground extend your arm above your
head and measure the distance from the ground to the point where
your fingers would just curl over the top or the paddle tip.  This may be
about 80 to 90 inches.  If you are paddling a double or an especially
wide kayak let me know and I will adjust the length accordingly.
You can also choose the 72 inch storm paddle which some people like
to carry as a spare.
3.  Loom Length   
Stand straight with your arms hanging naturally at your sides, bend
your elbows to 90 degrees so your forearms are parallel to the floor
and position your hands as if you were holding a paddle. Then  
measure the distance between the outsides of your hands.   
Approximately 17 to 24 inches.
4.  Blade Width
The GP blade width at the tips should be small enough for you to hold
onto comfortably while rolling or bracing.  A good way to determine the
width is to form a C with your thumb and index finger and measure the
hight of the opening.   Usually between 2 3/4" and 4".  If you are ordering
a GP with horizontal laminations you can select a paddle width up to 3
1/2".    If you are ordering a GP with vertical laminations you can select a
width up to 4 ".
5.  Blade Tip Shape
You can choose the tip shape you like best.  Half circle, roundish,
Squarish, or Square
6. Blade Edges
Rounded edges are recommended for most paddlers.  Blunt rounded
edges are more forgiving of paddling technique.  They are less prone
to flutter and make rolling and bracing easier.  Sharp edges are quieter,
and are preferred for racing since they provide more bite.
7. Loom Cross-section
Form an "O" with your index finger and thumb and measure the
opening.  
You will probably get a measurement of about 1 1/4" by 1 1/2".  This
would be your loom cross-section measurement.
8. Paddle Flexibility  (soft, medium, or firm)  
For a paddle that is especially easy on your joints and muscles you
might choose soft, but if you are a more aggressive paddler you would
probably want to go with a firm paddle.
Vertical
Lamination
9. Vertical or Horizontal Laminations
The main difference is the visual effect, but with vertical laminations you
have the option of adding hardwood edges.  See options below.  Vertical
laminations also provide a slightly stiffer paddle.     
10.  Shoulder
A GP with no shoulder might be best if you  paddle boats of different  beams.
 Some people like a shouldered blade because it helps to find the proper
orientation of the paddle to the water without having to look, for others it's
just a matter of aesthetics.
Paddle
with
abrupt
shoulder.
All paddles are:
  • Constructed to your specifications as indicated
    above.
  • Built from 5 layers or more of straight grain red
    cedar that have been laminated together with
    epoxy for extra strength and durability.   
  • Sanded with 180 grit sandpaper ready to be
    finished by you, or choose from the optional
    finishes below.
Base Price  $250
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Options
Two Piece Take-Apart Carbon Ferrule ...................Add $80
The two piece carbon ferrule is epoxied to your paddle, then, for extra strangth a
carbon/fiberglass sleeve is epoxied over the wood/ferrule connection points.
The addition of a two piece Carbon ferrule to your paddle makes it easier to
transport and easier to stow on your deck as a spare.  It also  reduces your shipping
cost by $10.   
Carbon
Ferrule
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Optional finishes
...........................Add $25 - $40
100% Tung Oil .................................................................................$25
Probably the easiest to apply and repair, it  provides good protection against the
elements.  
White
maple tip
Tung Oil and Marine Varnish Blend (Satin)...............................$30
Provides a slightly stronger finish than tung oil alone.
Marine Varnish(Satin) ....................................................$35
Marine Varnish (Glossy).................................................$40
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Optional Tips and Edges
Hardwood Blade Tips ...............$30    Hardwood tips can be
laminated to the end of your GP to increase tip durability.  The
hardwood choices are walnut, white maple, and ash.   
Hardwood Edges on Vertical Lamination blade...... $25
If you are ordering a vertical lamination paddle,  the blade edges can
be made of hardwood .
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Shipping and handling to anywhere in the lower 48 states.
The paddles are very light weight but their long length makes them expensive to ship.
One piece paddle.......................................................................... $25
Two piece paddles.........................................................$15
International  shipping is available .    If you email me your address including postal code,  I can tell
you what your shipping charge will be.
If you order two or more paddles at a time you will save on shipping.   Shipping for each
additional paddle is only $10 more when shipping to the lower 48 states.
Fill in the form  and push the Submit button and I will email you a confirmation of the
specifications plus the options that  you have chosen and the total cost including
shipping and handling.  If it all looks right to you , you will be able to click a "PAYPAL  
Buy Now" button  to pay with Paypal or credit card.
Lead time on custom paddles is currently  3 to 4 weeks .   
Does not include shipping time.
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All images and text are copyright by David Smith unless otherwise noted and may not be used without the
prior written approval of the copyright holder.
Warranty
Warranty is on materials and workmanship, for one year from the shipping date. This is limited to
replacement of the paddle only.
Friday Harbor Paddles are handcrafted in Friday Harbor, Washington.
Custom Order a
Greenland Paddle

Friday Harbor Paddles
Elegant lightweight Greenland paddles custom made from seven
layers of red cedar, and laminated with epoxy.  Built to  Your
Specifications.  You can choose optional finishes and blade tips.
Horizontal
Lamination
To see more paddles go to the Paddle Gallery
Blade tip shapes
Blade cross-section
Sharp edges

Rounded edges
Walnut
tip
Ash Tip