New to the lineup of Bending branches Pro Series paddles is the Angler Pro Carbon. A milti-laminate full carbon fiber high performance light weight paddle. This is the first carbon fiber fishing specific paddle offered by Bending Branches.

Angler Pro Carbon First Impressions:

This paddle is light. Coming in at 24 oz it is now one of the lightest kayak paddles available on the market. Using a light paddle will extend your day on the water saving you energy with every paddle stroke.

The finish of the paddle is stunning. A mirror glaze on the blades brings out the woven fiber patterns. A smooth and comfortable shaft form fits to your grip but will not easily slip.

The paddle blade is noticeably wider and has a distinct angle and ridge on the front face.

The paddle is a 2 peice making it easy to transport when off the water. IT is simply assembled by joining the shaft together and twisting to lock in the desired length with the plus ferrule and snapping at the desired angle with the snap ferrule.

Available in both a snap button ferrule and the plus ferrule options. The snap ferrule is the most economical option and also less weight and allows you to feather the paddle at 0 & 60 to the left or right. The plus ferrule allows you to adjust on the fly +15 CM. The paddle can now be used with multiple kayak widths.

The new logo is very sleek and stylish with its white stencil on the black carbon blade.

Trust me this paddle is for the hardcore kayak angler. Brandishing a measuring strip in both inches and centimeters like all Bending Branches angler series paddles. The paddle itself becomes a fishing tool.

Carbon fiber although being light weight can still take a beating like fiberglass. Carbon however is stiffer than fiberglass so will not absorb any power from your stroke.

New Technology:

Bending branches made an advancement in technology on all of the Angler Pro Series paddles. The blade width has become wider and thinner from the previous pro series. This enables more surface area to get the maximum output from your paddle stroke! This along with the plus ferrule introduced 2 years ago makes it the most versatile paddle as you can adjust the length +5cm to your kayaks width and to your paddling style.

Review:

I have been using the Bending Branches Angler Pro Carbon since September 2017. Must say it has become my go to paddle! The lightweight is very noticeable on a long day of paddling and fishing. Much like the wood navigator paddle the Angler Pro Carbon has little of no flex in the blade which applies all of my paddle stroke with no loss due to flex of the blades against the water. I am able to reach my top speed faster with less strokes which is ideal while using a high end paddle.  I do notice the difference after paddling all day with Carbon compared to the previous years Angler Pro with the fiberglass blades.

The Angler Pro Carbon is rigid and tough. It will stand up to the test of time due to its high standard during fabrication. Bending Branches takes pride in every product they manufacture as it was being made for themselves. During my use of the paddle I made sure to push off rocks and mud banks and yes even oyster bars. The paddle held up and did not show any blemishes nicks or chips.

I love the plus ferrule option with this paddle as I do tend to paddle a few different kayaks which vary in width. This is a great option that bending branches offers and is worth the extra cash if you do paddle multiple styles of kayaks.

Although the high price there are so many pros for this new paddle. If you are a hardcore kayak angler or enjoy just paddling the high angle style I would highly recommend picking up an Angler Pro Carbon. So head down to your local kayak shop that carries Bending Branches paddles and check one out for yourself!

Specs:

Snap Ferrule – 25oz Available in lengths 230cm  240cm  250cm  260cm

Feathers to – 0° & 60° (L or R)

Plus Ferrule – 26oz Available in Increments of 10cm lengths from 230-245cm  240-255cm

Infinite Ferrule 360° Feather

Price:

Snap Ferrule $399.96 MSRP

Plus Ferrule $424.95 MSRP

Link:

https://bendingbranches.com/products/angler-pro-carbon-snap-kayak-fishing-paddle

The Plastic Hull gives this product a 5 star rating.

Will be representing Jackson Kayak at the French Creek Outfitters booth on Saturday Feb 27th at the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow in Oaks, PA!!

Stop by check out the new JK colors! Thinking of buying come and get a show deal! Looking forward to seeing you all there!! Remember i will only be there on Saturday.

A first of its kind the Kayak Fishing & Outdoor Adventure Expo a success! With around 10 different fishing kayak manufacturers displaying well over 30 unique models. There were also Rec boats and SUP’s available.  The Kayak Fishing Store made available its entire store on site along with a show discount made this expo a must for beginners and even seasoned kayak anglers whom needed accessories and gear. Also present were kayak electric motors, local tackle shops, fishing rod manufacturers, outdoor sports such as biking, local charities, Fly Fishing Manufacturers and Groups, and finally kayak dealers from the Tri-State area.

Representing Jackson Kayak, Bending Branches, and Torqeedo I had my work cut out for me! My presentation for my seminar was still not completed the day prior but was able to complete it at the hotel late Friday night!

My presentation was titled Essential Gear for the Kayak Angler which explained the history of traditional kayaks leading into modern kayaks and kayaks specifically for fishing. It then went over the specifics behind the purchase of your own fishing kayak. Then went on with gear such as choosing a paddle. Different styles of Personal Flotation Devices (PFD)’s available and generally used for safety while kayak fishing. Following up with essential gear for safety such as clothing and other necessity’s.

Unfortunately the seminars were hard for people to find and having technical difficulties on Saturday unfortunately unable to present the seminar to many people. There were other great seminars presented by Ricky Wolbert,John ‘Toast’ Oast, Andrew Hunter Yutko, Richie Moschella, Elias Vaisberg, Chris Baggott, Troy Meyerhoeffer, Juan Veruete, Harold Eckett, and David Blinken.

Saturday morning the floor was packed by 11 am. Many new faces combined with familiar ones. Talking kayaks and fishing! Teamed up with a kayak dealer on Long Island (Northport, NY) Glacier Bay Sports. There was a ton of interest in the Jackson Coosa HD and the new Kraken 13.5.

Heroes on the Water NJ was also present with a booth. Always a great group of people donating their time volunteering raising awareness and funds for the program! Taking a veteran kayak fishing is like nothing else. To give them a good day on the water and take their mind off the past to bring out an ultimate smile is the reason we do it!

Left to Right: Steve Monahan (TFO), Juan Veruete (Wilderness Systems) Ricky Wolbert (Native) John ‘Toast’ Oast (Johnson Outdoors)

Each day consisted of a casting contest. Saturday evening was sponsored by Temple Fork Outfitters and was all fly casting. The person to acquire the most points casting into hoops and targets won a TFO Clouser Fly Rod! Really nice prize! Sunday afternoon consisted of a spin casting contest sponsored by Manley Rods! The winner took home a Manly Adjust a butt spinning rod! These are both very well respected fishing rod companies and it was great that they were able to sponsor a little fun for everyone involved!

Looking forward to the next Kayak Fishing & Outdoors Adventure Expo!

Check out John Fishyaker.com‘s video walking through the Expo!

Check out Sean Redneck Gavin from http://kayakangler.weebly.com Video at the expo!