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01/03/21 - More used folding kayaks added Check the two Used kayaks pages (Menu above)

10/04/20 - TYNE folding kayaks / canoes - Spare parts including frame pieces and hardware are currently being updated here

29/03/20 - More used folding kayaks added - Includes classic Kleppers on this page and a chance to get a military grade Wayland F550 on this page!

04/05/19 - More vintage paddles added. Original two piece wooden vintage paddles in various conditions here


19/11/17 - new 'kid on the block' - Neris SMART Series of kayaks. Unique hybrids that can either be paddled as a canoe with bench seats or as a kayak with inflatable floor seats. A cross between a folding kayak and an inflatable kayak. Starting with SMART-2 here

17/11/17 - new range of Greenland paddles added - Gram Kajak paddles. In 2-3 piece in both wood and carbon versions. Appearing on the 'New Paddles' page here

02/03/17 - Product Videos page added. Videos of some of the listed folding kayaks ... see here

Can we paddle anywhere?
In the UK, you need a license to paddle in most of the waterways, rivers, lakes, etc.
BCU membership (Canoe England, Canoe Wales, Scotland Canoe Association and the Canoe Association of Northern Ireland) includes a license to paddle on 5000km of Britain's waterways and canals.

Not all inland water is open to canoeists, some are privately owned or is bounded by land which is private, so do check beforehand. See Useful Websites page.

Paddles (New)
There is a wide range of paddles to choose from. If you have a folding kayak with a wooden frame, then the natural inclination could be to have wooden split paddles in keeping with the character of the kayak. Owners of alu framed folding kayaks will mostly likely opt for composite type of paddles. The more you pay, the lighter the paddle - EG Carbon fibre, Kevlar. Cheap paddles can be stowed as spare emergency paddles.

Choosing the correct length / type of paddles.

Kayak paddles (Euro style)
Generally speaking, for double (tandem) seater folding touring kayaks (broad beam) with average height paddlers, we recommend a 220cm paddle for the rear and a 240cm for the front paddler. If the rear paddler is tallish, then 230-240cm. If you purchase the same make pair of paddles of different lengths, you may be able to mix them to produce 2 paddles of medium length. For a single seater folding touring kayaks, opt for 230cm otherwise 240cm if you are above average height.
Wide paddle blades are more suitable for white water / surf, slimmer blades are more suitable for long distance touring. If you have shoulder / elbow problems, opt for narrower blades.
If you are planning to paddle in large open waters / off-shore, then a spare emergency split paddle stowed on the kayak is highly recommended. This spare paddle can be a cheaper paddle of average length.


Kayak paddles (Greenland sticks)
The traditional Greenland design is an increasingly popular choice for sea-kayakers and is also excellent for long distance touring in touring kayaks. The paddle is light, easy to control and can reduce the risk of shoulder injuries as well as being the least tiring design of paddle to use due to the way the paddle is used. The selection that we have is specially designed to be slightly longer than the average Greenland paddles to cater for the broader beam folding kayaks, otherwise we can still supply shorter lengths for narrower boats. Generally speaking, the loom should be as wide as your kayak. For the total length, stand flat-footed on level ground and raise one arm overhead. Measure from the ground to the tip of your fingers plus add about 10cm for kayak beams greater than 75cm.

To some, the Greenland paddles look ineffective being so narrow but they are not - actually the surface area of the Greenland blade is the same as the Euro blade whilst having longer leading edges. The Greenland blades are not feathered so both wrists are kept at the natural gripping angle - the oval shaped central loom is such that the blade is held slightly canted for effective dynamic paddle strokes. If you have wrist, elbow or shoulder problems, Greenland paddles are the way to go.


Canoe paddles (Single blade)
Length. Most canoeists require a paddle in the 52" - 60" (130cm -150cm) range.
Rough guideline. Sit on a chair and measure the distance between the chair to your eyebrows. This measurement should match the distance from a paddle's grip to the throat, where the paddle shaft meets the blade.
Fine tuning. For wider canoes or paddling from the stern (rear seat), consider adding 2" (5cm) to the paddle length so you can reach the water without excessive leaning.

Blade shape:-
Blade shape is complex, but it can simplified on where you paddle the most. Long and skinny blades (traditional beavertail) are good for cruising on lakes. Shorter and wider blades are best for rivers and shallow water. Paddle blades measuring 8" x 20" (20cm x 50cm) are most common and are a suitable choice for all round use.

Kayak paddles (Euro)	Length	Diameter	Price excluding P&P Delivery time
The Stork TM Tourist+ asymmetrical wooden split paddles - 230cm clear varnished  A well crafted wooden paddle, which is great for touring and recreational canoeing on calm or gently moving waters. The paddle also features a resin coated tip to help protect your paddle from abrasion and other damage. Left & right handed, with large push button - easy on cold frozen hands! Longer length to handle the broad beam of expedition touring folding kayaks. 30mm dia. The paddle shaft is made of pine wood, with the blade made with curved waterproofed plywood - carefully finished and covered with clear lacquer providing resistance to the water environment. Equipped with rubber O-rings. The joint is tough plastic providing durability and lower weight - compared to stainless steel joints which is also prone to seizing. Material: Pine	230cm	30mm	£33.00 Up to 2 weeks
The Stork TM Fenris+ asymmetrical wooden split paddles - 225cm, 230cm & 240cm, clear varnished A well crafted wooden paddle, which is great for touring and recreational canoeing on calm or gently moving waters. The paddle also features a resin coated tip to help protect your paddle from abrasion and other damage. Left & right handed, with large push button - easy on cold frozen hands! Longer length to handle the broad beam of expedition touring folding kayaks. 30mm dia. The paddle is made mainly of pine wood, carefully finished and and covered with clear lacquer providing resistance to the water environment. Longitudinal bonding of different strips provides extra strength to handle large stresses that occurs during paddling. Equipped with rubber O-rings. At the bottom edge of the blades, there is a strip of epoxy resin - to protect the wooden part of a paddle when paddling in shallow water. On the side edges of the blades, the pine wood is replaced by stronger ash wood. The joint is tough plastic providing durability and lower weight - compared to stainless steel joints which is also prone to seizing. Typically on a folding double seater touring kayak, the recommendation is to go for one 225cm paddler for the rear paddler and one 240cm for the front paddler. You can mix to two sizes to make 2 x 232cm paddles. Material: Pine, ash Weight - 1500g for 230cm length paddle	225cm 230cm 240cm	30mm	£46.00 3 days
TNP Asymmetric Alu 2 piece (702.2) 225 & 240cm RH/LH60. Black, Blue, Red, Yellow Classical kayak paddle with asymmetric blades. Blade material is made of highly tough polyethylene (HDPE) and the shaft is duralumin. Its best feature is a high durability and firmness. Weight - 1310g for 200cm length paddle	225cm 240cm	30mm	£45.00 Within 1 week
TNP Asymmetric Glass 2 piece (712.2) 225 & 240cm RH/LH60. lack, Blue, Red, Yellow Classical kayak paddle with asymmetric blades. Blade material is made of highly tough polyethylene (HDPE) and the shaft is black glass fibre. Its best feature is a high durability and firmness. Lighter than the duralumin shafted 702.2 model. Weight - 1220g for 200cm length paddle	225cm 240cm	30mm	£70.00 Within 3 weeks
TNP Asymmetric Carbon 2 piece (722.2) 225 & 240cm RH/LH60. Black, Blue, Red, Yellow Classical kayak paddle with asymmetric blades. Blade material is made of highly tough polyethylene (HDPE) and the shaft is black glass fibre. Its best feature is a high durability and firmness. Lighter than the duralumin shafted 702.2 model. Weight - 1160g for 200cm length paddle	225cm 240cm	30mm	£90.00 Within 3 weeks
TNP Asymmetric 3 piece (702.3) 230cm RH/LH60. Black, Blue, Red, Yellow Classical kayak paddle with asymmetric blades. Blade material is made of highly tough polyethylene (HDPE) and the shaft is duralumin. Its best feature is a high durability and firmness. Supplied with a roll top waterproof bag Weight - 1360g for 200cm length paddle	230cm	30mm	£60.00 Within 1 week
TNP Combination paddle (801.0) 210cm kayak (or 145 +155cm canoe), Blue, Red, Yellow This set is a combination of both a kayak and canoe paddles.You can either opt for 1 kayak paddle (210cm) or assemble 2 canoe paddles (145cm + 155cm). Excellent as a back-up or for occasional family trip. Blade material is made of highly tough polyethylene (HDPE) with a duralumin shaft. Its best feature is high firmness and durability. This paddle is suitable for both kayaking and canoeing.	210cm (kayak paddle)	30mm	£65.00 Within 1 week
Wave Design Kayak Touring Low Angle 2 piece paddle Wave Design - The lightest range of paddles on offer - weighing only 770g for the 220 cm length. Low Angle paddle - blade is designed to have an effective shape under water whilst the shaft is held at less than 20 deg. For relaxed touring style and relaxed cadence. Versatile Use, Light, Durable. For Recreational Kayakers. EASY Open ocean, rivers and lakes. CARBON 100% - AUTOCLAVE CURED PREPREG. Paddle lock - Adjustment of overall paddle length (within 10 cm range) and blade angle from 0° to 90° right or left in 5° increments. Low Angle (less than 20°). Common Paddling Style. Relaxed Cadence. Endurance.	210cm to 240cm		£214.00 without paddle bag £242.00 with paddle bag Within 3 weeks
Wave Design Kayak Touring High Angle 2 piece paddle Wave Design - The lightest range of paddles on offer - weighing between 710g and 780g depending on the blade size for the 220 cm length. High Angle paddle - blade is designed to have an effective shape under water whilst the shaft is held at more than 40 deg. Aggressive design for well-conditioned and experienced paddlers. Three different sized blades:- Blade Large 720 - 720 sq cm, 51 x 18,5 cm, 780 g Blade Medium 670 - 670 sq cm, 48x18 cm, 710 g Blade Small 620 - 620 sq cm, 46,5x17,5 cm, 710 g CARBON 100% - AUTOCLAVE CURED PREPREG. Paddle lock - Adjustment of overall paddle length (within 10 cm range) and blade angle from 0° to 90° right or left in 5° increments. High Angle (40°). Powerful Catch and Stroke for High Forward Efficiency. High Cadence. Excellent for Bracing and Rolling	210cm to 240cm		£214.00 without paddle bag £242.00 with paddle bag Within 3 weeks
Kayak paddles - Greenland sticks	Length	Diameter	Price excluding P&P Delivery time
Gram Kajak Greenland paddle - Two piece wood / carbon hybrid (8400D) Paddles blades and shaft made of Western Red Cedar (dark brown), Alaskan Yellow Cedar (yellow), with Ash and Siberian Larch for the edges for resistance to rough use. The cedar wood brings a lightness to the paddles which protects your shoulders and wrists, while still being a strong material that ensures your paddle has a long life. The joint is made from carbon tubes, locked together with a large standard push button lock.  The inside of the joints has an hexagonal shape which prevents the ferrules from twisting and enables the hole for the snap lock to retain its original shape extending the life of the joint. The outside of the joint (shaft) is oval. One piece wooden GRAM Greenland paddles are available on request Standard lengths = 215, 220 and 224cm. Longer lengths specially made to order with approx 2-3 week wait. Loom Length - up to 80cm Overall Length - up to 270cm Max Width - 84mm Weight - 850-950g Available with or without paddle bag Other GRAM products available - Throwing Sticks and Balance Boards - see Accessories Recommended sizing for broad beamed kayaks: 220cm for average height paddler 235cm+ for above average height paddler	Available between 215 to 270cm lengths	2.77cm in centre section	£320.00 without paddle bag £360.00 with paddle bag P&P £12.00 (Mainland) Within 3 weeks
Gram Kajak Greenland paddle - Two piece carbon (9000D) The distinct surface on the carbon paddle allows for a firm grip, even when it gets wet. The paddle offers a high-friction surface just like a wooden paddle, yet feels smooth and, as such, protects against blisters on the hands. The paddle comes in a two-piece design. The joint is a hexagonal carbon fitting secured with a simple large push button lock. (See above photos of the wood / carbon hybrid version) Shaft: Oval, 31x36 mm Blade width: max 84 mm Lengths: 215, 220, 224 cm Longest piece is half the paddle length plus 7cm Weight approx 550g depending on length Available with or without paddle bag Other GRAM products available - Throwing Sticks and Balance Boards - see Accessories One piece carbon GRAM Greenland paddles are available on request	Available between 215 to 270cm lengths		£350.00 without paddle bag £390.00 with paddle bag P&P £12.00 (Mainland) Within 3 weeks
Gram Kajak Greenland paddle / Storm paddle - Three piece carbon (9000T) The distinct surface on the carbon paddle allows for a firm grip, even when it gets wet. The paddle offers a high-friction surface just like a wooden paddle, yet feels smooth and, as such, protects against blisters on the hands. The paddle comes in a three-piece design. The joint is a hexagonal carbon fitting secured with a large simple push button lock. The paddle is delivered with an extra hexagonal tube, so it can be configured as a storm paddle by leaving out this central loom. Shaft: Oval, 31x36 mm Blade width: max 84 mm Lengths: 215, 220, 224 cm (Longer lengths specially made to order with approx 2-3 week wait) Longest piece is 94cm (Loom piece length varies according to overall required paddle length) Weight approx 575g depending on length Available with or without paddle bag Other GRAM products available - Throwing Sticks and Balance Boards - see Accessories	Available between 215 to 270cm lengths		£390.00 without paddle bag £430.00 with paddle bag P&P £12.00 (Mainland) Within 3 weeks
Gram Kajak Greenland paddle / Storm paddle - Three piece carbon (9100T) With a more slender shoulder compared to the 9000T The distinct surface on the carbon paddle allows for a firm grip, even when it gets wet. The paddle offers a high-friction surface just like a wooden paddle, yet feels smooth and, as such, protects against blisters on the hands. The paddle comes in a three-piece design. The joint is a hexagonal carbon fitting secured with a large simple push button lock. The paddle is delivered with an extra hexagonal tube, so it can be configured as a storm paddle by leaving out this central loom. Shaft: Oval, 31x36 mm Blade width: max 84 mm Lengths: 215, 220, 224 cm (Longer lengths specially made to order with approx 2-3 week wait) Longest piece is 94cm (Loom piece length varies according to overall required paddle length) Weight approx 575g depending on length Available with or without paddle bag Other GRAM products available - Throwing Sticks and Balance Boards - see Accessories	Available between 215 to 270cm lengths		£420.00 without paddle bag £450.00 with paddle bag P&P £12.00 (Mainland) Within 3 weeks
WaveDesign Greenland paddle - Two Piece Two piece paddle: for relaxed touring style and relaxed cadence. Open ocean, rivers and lakes. For long session of stroke work. Made of autoclave cured prepreg 100% carbon. The joint uses a round tube with a high quality stainless steel Pin Button Solution. Made to order in the EU. Loom Length - up to 75cm Overall Length - up to 248cm Max Width - 9cm Weight (220 cm) - 800g Recommended sizing for broad beamed kayaks: 228cm for average height paddler 235cm+ for above average height paddler	Available between 208 to 248cm lengths	2.77cm in centre section	£270.00 without paddle bag £300.00 with paddle bag Within 4 weeks
Canoe paddles NB. Paddle lengths is the total length - the 160cm The Stork TM Beavertail paddle has a shorter shaft compared to a 160cm The Stork TM Standard paddle	Length	Diameter	Price excluding P&P Delivery time
The Stork TM Standard wooden canoe paddle 90-160cm lengths, Std or T-grip handle Classic wooden canoe paddle. Available from a short 90cm length for children to the longest for adults at 180cm. Materials: Pine, mahogany Available with standard handle and T-Grip	170/180cm 150/160cm 130/140cm 120cm 90cm	32mm 32mm 32mm 30mm 24mm	£27.00 £25.00 £23.00 £20.00 £14.00 Up to 2 weeks
The Stork TM eXpert wooden canoe paddle 130-180cm lengths, Std or T-grip handle Modern and strengthened canoe paddle Materials: pine, mahogany, ash, resin Available with standard handle and T-Grip	170/180cm 150/160cm 130/140cm 120cm	32mm 32mm 32mm 30mm	£30.00 £27.00 £25.00 £24.00 Up to 2 weeks
The Stork TM Siberian wooden canoe paddle 150-160cm lengths, Std or T-grip handle Distinctive canoe paddle, designed with passion. Standard proportions pine paddle, carefully finished and covered with clear lacquer providing waterproof resistance. By using techniques of longitudinal bonding of different woods, users can be confident of strength even at large oar stress occurring during rowing. The blade sports more laminates along the blade length compared to other paddles. Additionally at the bottom edge of the blade, there is a epoxy resin strip providing extra protection against scrapes and bumps. Blade shaped with a distinct axial ridge proceeding all along the paddle. Available in 150cm and 160cm lengths. Dia 32mm. Materials: Pine, mahogany Available with standard handle and T-Grip	150cm 160cm	32mm	£35.00 Up to 2 weeks
The Stork TM Beavertail wooden canoe paddle 150-160cm lengths, Std or T-grip handle Traditional canoe paddle with beavertail shaped blade. Traditional canoe paddle – BEAVERTAIL – made of pine, carefully finished and covered with clear lacquer providing waterproofness. By using techniques of longitudinal bonding of different woods, users can be confident of strength even at large oars stress occurring during rowing. A grip and a blade are varied by exotic wood laminates in greater number compared to standard paddles. Additionally at the bottom edge of the blade, there is a epoxy resin 'cap', which provides extra protection to the wood against bumps and scrapes. Along the edges of a blade, pine wood is replaced by a stronger strip of ash wood. Available with standard handle and T-Grip Materials: Pine, ash Available with standard handle and T-Grip	150cm 160cm	32mm	£48.00 Up to 2 weeks
The Stork TM Ottertail wooden canoe paddle 150-160cm lengths, Std or T-grip handle Traditional canoe paddle with ottertail shape blade Traditional canoe paddle – OTTERTAIL – made of pine, carefully finished and covered with clear lacquer providing resistance to the water environment. By using techniques of longitudinal bonding of many elements, users can be confident of strength even at large oars stress occurring during rowing. A grip and a blade are varied by use of exotic wood laminates. Additionally at the bottom edge of the blade, there is a epoxy resin 'cap' which protects the wood from chipping due to scrapes and bumps in shallow water. At the edges of a blade, pine wood is replaced by stronger ash wood. Available in 150cm and 160cm lengths. Dia 32mm. Materials: pine, mahogany, ash, resin Available with standard handle and T-Grip	150cm 160cm	32mm	£48.00 Up to 2 weeks
TNP Canoe paddle (505.0) 130-160cm lengths, T-grip. Black, Blue, Red, Yellow blades Classic paddle with straight blade shape. The blade material is made of very tough polyethylene (HDPE) with the shaft made of dura aluminum. Its best feature is high durability and firmness. NB - rubber shaft sleeve is only on the bottom half of the paddle shaft, NOT the whole shaft as shown in the photo	130cm 140cm 150cm 160cm	30mm	£30.00 Within 1 week
TNP Combination Paddle (801.0) 145 +155cm canoe (or 210cm kayak ), Blue, Red, Yellow This set is a combination of both a kayak and canoe paddles.You can either opt for 1 kayak paddle (210cm) or assemble 2 canoe paddles (145cm + 155cm). Excellent as a back-up or for occasional family trip. Blade material is made of highly tough polyethylene (HDPE) with a duralumin shaft. Its best feature is high firmness and durability.	145cm+ 155cm	30mm	£60.00 Within 1 week