Well, the anticipation is finally over! Wavedog Paddles R&D has finished and production is now in full swing!
Here is a little taste of what a Wavedog Paddle is and what the company is all about!
Don't forget to check back here and to visit our main website often at www.wavedogpaddles.com.
(Hot Iron Wavedog Shaft Logo)
Wavedog was started with one goal in mind. To make the best paddle on the market....simple as that.
We have multiple patents pending and feel Wavedog has revolutionized kayak paddles! In fact there is so much different about a Wavedog that it will take quite awhile to explain all that is going on.
First, we are the only company to use solid shaft construction of a bent shaft wood paddle. This is achieved from our bent form lamination patent. Only the highest quality quarter sawn white ash is used in each shaft. These paddles are custom made one at a time here in the U.S. in the great state of WI.
(Beautiful Padauk Redwood)
We have also taken an innovative approach to blade and edge protection. The blades edge is wrapped in a material similar to ballistic nylon then coated in a military grade patented polymer which only adds 1.5oz to the total paddle weight and gives the blades the most durable, wear resistance on the market!
(Competitors Wear Resistance)
(Wavedog's Patented Polymer Protection standing up to the test!)
Another unique aspect is both the spine being on the front of the blade as well as how much the blade is spooned. With over 2 years of R&D behind our back we concluded this gives the paddle added stability, more purchase, increased torque, outstanding flex, and higher impact strength all while remaining extremely smooth through the water. Even while doing sculling/bow draw strokes the paddle has zero flutter and it releases quickly for smoother loops and lighting fast cartwheels! You almost have to feel this paddle to believe!!
(The Comfy Wavedog Ergonomics)
(The Beautiful Finished Product)
Finally, most people know that wood paddles are heavier than composites, but are willing to make that trade off for better feel, greater flex, and increased durability. Well, with our design and materials we have achieve a paddle that exceeded all of our weight expectations. We were shooting for a paddle under 50oz. The AT3 Edge that we weighed was 43oz. The AT2 was 41oz. Our Wavedog Golden Paddle weighed in at 46.5oz!!! On top of that, we have received overwhelming feedback that the Wavedog Paddle swing weight feels better than any paddle on the market today!
SO....this is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Wavedog Paddles. Our flagship model is called the "Golden" while the woman's paddle (same design with smaller blades and grips) is called the "Collie". These two paddles are primarily river running, play paddles but will work great banging down steep creeks too.
You will be able to buy paddles through our website as well as select retailers soon! You can place an order now by contacting us or ordering through our website. Paddle come standard with white ash grips. Feel free to contact us about making curly maple or padauk redwood grips (as shown below).
(Blade Design)
(Testing a Prototype)
Thanks for checking out the new Wavedog Paddle company. We look forward to contributing to the paddle community!
~Wavedog Paddles: A boaters best friend~
Here is a little taste of what a Wavedog Paddle is and what the company is all about!
Don't forget to check back here and to visit our main website often at www.wavedogpaddles.com.
(Hot Iron Wavedog Shaft Logo)Wavedog was started with one goal in mind. To make the best paddle on the market....simple as that.
We have multiple patents pending and feel Wavedog has revolutionized kayak paddles! In fact there is so much different about a Wavedog that it will take quite awhile to explain all that is going on.
First, we are the only company to use solid shaft construction of a bent shaft wood paddle. This is achieved from our bent form lamination patent. Only the highest quality quarter sawn white ash is used in each shaft. These paddles are custom made one at a time here in the U.S. in the great state of WI.
(Beautiful Padauk Redwood)We have also taken an innovative approach to blade and edge protection. The blades edge is wrapped in a material similar to ballistic nylon then coated in a military grade patented polymer which only adds 1.5oz to the total paddle weight and gives the blades the most durable, wear resistance on the market!
(Competitors Wear Resistance)
(Wavedog's Patented Polymer Protection standing up to the test!)Another unique aspect is both the spine being on the front of the blade as well as how much the blade is spooned. With over 2 years of R&D behind our back we concluded this gives the paddle added stability, more purchase, increased torque, outstanding flex, and higher impact strength all while remaining extremely smooth through the water. Even while doing sculling/bow draw strokes the paddle has zero flutter and it releases quickly for smoother loops and lighting fast cartwheels! You almost have to feel this paddle to believe!!
(The Comfy Wavedog Ergonomics)
(The Beautiful Finished Product)Finally, most people know that wood paddles are heavier than composites, but are willing to make that trade off for better feel, greater flex, and increased durability. Well, with our design and materials we have achieve a paddle that exceeded all of our weight expectations. We were shooting for a paddle under 50oz. The AT3 Edge that we weighed was 43oz. The AT2 was 41oz. Our Wavedog Golden Paddle weighed in at 46.5oz!!! On top of that, we have received overwhelming feedback that the Wavedog Paddle swing weight feels better than any paddle on the market today!
SO....this is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Wavedog Paddles. Our flagship model is called the "Golden" while the woman's paddle (same design with smaller blades and grips) is called the "Collie". These two paddles are primarily river running, play paddles but will work great banging down steep creeks too.
You will be able to buy paddles through our website as well as select retailers soon! You can place an order now by contacting us or ordering through our website. Paddle come standard with white ash grips. Feel free to contact us about making curly maple or padauk redwood grips (as shown below).
(Blade Design)
(Testing a Prototype)Thanks for checking out the new Wavedog Paddle company. We look forward to contributing to the paddle community!
~Wavedog Paddles: A boaters best friend~
