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A paddle is a tool, originally a propulsion implement for mixing or pushing against liquids, typically in order to propel a boat. Paddles for use in canoes consist of a wooden, fibreglass or metal rod (the shaft) with a handle on one end and a rigid sheet (the blade) on the other end. Paddles for use in kayaks are longer, with a blade on each end, and usually no handles.

The paddle is held with two hands, some distance apart from each other. For normal use, it is drawn through the water in a backwards direction. The two blades of a kayak paddle are dipped alternately on either side of the kayak. A paddle is distinguished from an oar in that the paddle is held in the user's hands and completely supported by the paddler, whereas an oar is primarily supported by the boat. Because the kayak paddle is not supported by the boat, paddles made of lighter materials are desired, it is not uncommon for a kayak paddle to be two pounds (32 ounces) or less in weight.

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WS: Paprika puts a bound Sage in a canoe and paddles it out to the middle of the pond.Sage tries to scream. Paprika gags her.
Jamey_Giddens (Jamey_Giddens) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:50:21 -0000
WS: Paprika puts a bound Sage in a canoe and paddles it out to the middle of the pond.Sage tries to scream. Paprika gags her.
@Irish_vampire *pulls you onto my board and kiss you then paddles out waiting for a wave... whispers in your ear* Surf together *grins*
RyanVamp (Ryan Smith) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:43:40 -0000
@Irish_vampire *pulls you onto my board and kiss you then paddles out waiting for a wave... whispers in your ear* Surf together *grins*
@Irish_vampire *gets back on my board and paddles to you* Can we try something? I've always wanted to try it i think we could *grin eagerly*
RyanVamp (Ryan Smith) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:35:02 -0000
@Irish_vampire *gets back on my board and paddles to you* Can we try something? I've always wanted to try it i think we could *grin eagerly*
Searched @etsy for #wooden #toys. Results: puzzles, paddles and floggers.
soxgal (Sally Robinson) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:18:53 -0000
Searched @etsy for #wooden #toys. Results: puzzles, paddles and floggers.
@scott_savage nice pic dude, Paddles - boy that's almost slipped from the sporting vernacular these day. I'm reading his book at the moment
five15design (Paul Le Comte) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:53:30 -0000
@scott_savage nice pic dude, Paddles - boy that's almost slipped from the sporting vernacular these day. I'm reading his book at the moment
tickets please, the last boat to shit creek leaves in 5 minutes, all paddles will be removed upon arrival and we hope you enjoy your stay...
RielysMommy (Kelcie Smith) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:53:18 -0000
tickets please, the last boat to shit creek leaves in 5 minutes, all paddles will be removed upon arrival and we hope you enjoy your stay...

 
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500 Concaved Paddles and Oars - Offer outrigger canoe paddles with dents on the blade surface. Includes prices, photos, purchase method, and descriptions.

Gillespie Paddles - Made to order outrigger canoe paddles. Includes product catalog, prices, tips for paddle selection, FAQs, builder's profile, and related links.

Kialoa - Sells and manufactures outrigger and hybrid paddles. Also sells paddling accessories.
Meta Description: [ Kialoa outrigger and quietwater or flatwater canoe paddles. Handcrafted out of wood, carbon fiber, and fiberglass. Wooden paddles or Hybrid paddles used to paddle one man and six man canoes. ]

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Pono Kai Paddles - Hand built paddles for outrigger canoe enthusiasts made in Seattle Washington by Dwight Otto.

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