Bending Branches Angler Classic

Updated for 2023! The best-selling kayak fishing paddle on the market, the Angler Classic is the staple of durability on the water.

A kayak fishing paddle that holds up through a full season of hard use doesn't need to cost a fortune, it just needs to be built right.

The Bending Branches Angler Classic has been the go-to fishing kayak paddle for a lot of anglers for good reason, and the 2023 update sharpens what was already a well-proven design. The redesigned fibreglass-reinforced nylon blade is larger, stiffer, and quieter than the previous generation, with an entry and exit that won't spook fish in calm water. The shape delivers a smooth forward stroke with minimal flutter, and at 102.5 sq. in. it moves a loaded fishing kayak efficiently without becoming a workout in itself.

The 100% fibreglass shaft is a practical choice for Canadian conditions. It's noticeably lighter and warmer than aluminium on cold mornings, and it has enough flex to be forgiving on the joints during long paddle days. Ovalized grip zones keep your hands comfortable, and the carbon ferrule insert keeps the connection between shaft halves solid and rattle-free. The snap-button ferrule is fixed length with feathering options at 0° or 60°, a no-fuss system that stays secure and doesn't require fiddling on the water.

Fishing-specific details include a hook retrieval system for snagged lures and a 40-inch tape measure on the shaft. Hand-built in Osceola, Wisconsin by people who take paddle sports seriously.

• Shaft: 100% fibreglass with ovalized grip zones
• Blade: Fibreglass-reinforced nylon
• Blade size: 7.5 x 18 in. (102.5 sq. in. / 661 sq. cm)
• Weight: 35.5 oz. (1,006 g)
• Ferrule: Snap-button with carbon insert, fixed length
• Feathering: 0° and 60° (left or right hand control)
• Built-in hook retrieval system and 40-inch measuring tape
• Available in Tidal Blue and Electric Green
• Hand-built in Osceola, Wisconsin, USA