Love that new paddle smell!! Here is a description and first impressions of the Bending Branches Navigator Paddle.

navigator crossedFirst thing all Bending Branches paddles are hand crafted in the USA! The Navigator Plus is a lightweight wood blade paddle mated with Bending Branches patented T700 carbon shaft. In all the two piece snap lock ferrule paddle weights 28 0z total. The blades are crafted from Red Alder a hardwood and Roasted Basswood a softer type of wood which gives this paddle a vintage look and rigidity but adds a flex that gels to your paddling style.

Making its debut in 2010 as an advanced low angle touring paddle it is now catching the eye of those in the kayak fishing scene. The low angle style of paddling allows for less fatigue during the fishing trip. After all less paddling fatigue equals more time on the water catching fish!

The blade being crafted from Alder a hardwood is additionally protected by Bending Branches patented Rock Guard then covered in a layer of protective fiberglass. So the paddle if cared for should last a lifetime.

Overall the blade construction is impressive being made from wood this eliminates the spline on the back side of the blade. This should prove to be a quieter paddle which is essential while fishing for spook easy fish. In addition the paddle is also available with the Plus Ferrule. This provides you with an additional telescoping length of up to 15 CM. A great advancement for kayaks with high/low seating systems.Navigator-wood-Kayak-Paddle-FullVery much looking forward to using this paddle over the 2015 fishing season! Check back for a complete extended use review in the fall!

For more information please visit the Bending Branches website!

 

Excited to announce I will be presenting two seminars at The Jersey Paddlers Paddlesport Exposition this year! The expo dates are March 27 – 29th 2015. PS2105

The First seminar will be 50 minutes.

Jackson Kayak

“Yak Action” Join Matt Trucks Jackson Kayak Prostaffer and Founder of ThePlasticHull.net as he discusses the art of video and photography using action cameras. The seminar will include types of cameras and ways of mounting them to capture a great action shot during your kayak fishing trip!

The second will be 25 minutes on water demonstration at the pool!

Bending Branches

“Paddle Strokes for the Kayak Angler” Join Matt Trucks Pro Staffer for Bending Branches and Founder of ThePlasticHull.net as he discusses choosing a the best paddle for you and the sport of Kayak angling.  He will go over basic strokes and will also share paddling techniques for fishing in tidal waters.

The seminars will take place on Saturday the 28th and Sunday the 29th.

If you cannot make the seminars please stop by the Jackson Kayak booth!

Hope to see you all there!

For more information goto http://www.jerseypaddler.com

Yak Chum’s Personal 2014 Jackson Kayak Big Rig in Detail:

2014 Jackson Kayak BIG RIG in Green Hornet Color:Me BR Smile (Large)

Rigging:

Rigged for Lowrance Elite 5 Fishfinder or Elite 5 TI series with scupper Transducer Install

Torqeedo Ultralight 403 Installed With RAM Mounted Throttle Controller Unit

Gear Track Mounted Bait Cutting Board

Paddle Used:

Bending Branches Angler Pro in Sea foam Green 250 cm

Accessories Used:

My 2015 Upgrades:

  • Jackson Elite 2.0 Seat with RealtreeMAX5 Camo seat cover
  • Cam lock seat mounting strap
  • Leaning post pads
  • Rubber Adhesive deck pad

My 2016 Upgrades:

  • 2016 Jackson Kayak Routed dual layer foam deck pad
  • Added Line Cutterz to Seat
  • Lowrance Elite 5 TI Totalscan Install

Big Rig Detail

 

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