Testimonials for the Greenland Paddle from MaxPaddles
Here’s what customers say about their Greenland Paddle, from MaxPaddles:
“I can go kayaking without inflaming the RSI in my wrists”
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"I first came across the Greenland paddle from MaxPaddles by coincidence while I was suffering from RSI (repetitive strain injury) in my wrist - ironically caused by a standard (Euro) paddle when I went too hard out kayaking. It turned out to be a happy coincidence!
I was smitten with the Greenland paddle as soon as I held it: it's so light, so kind on your hands, and so strong. I simply had to have a Greenland paddle! I'm so glad I got it from Max, as it's tailor-made to suit my height, and the fact that I have a sit-on-top kayak (so it's rather a long paddle). I'm not a fishing person, nor do I go on long paddling missions - I'm more about going out for a relaxing hour or two. And it's wonderful that I can go kayaking without having to worry about inflaming my weak wrists (computer work doesn't help). Comfort paddling, as Max calls it, is a wonderful thing! |
A sunrise kayak with my Greenland paddle and my dog in the Bay of Islands. Bliss!
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What's more, the timber is surprisingly soft on your hands. My computer-soft hands normally have to wear gloves when using a standard (Euro) paddle or I get blisters. I was highly dubious when Max told me I wouldn't need gloves with the Greenland paddle - but he was right!
I was a bit anxious about whether I'd be able to use a Greenland paddle correctly or not, as I'd heard that the technique takes a while to learn, and I am rather uncoordinated. As it turned out, I found paddling with the Greenland paddle very easy, and I can actually go faster, and with less effort, than using a conventional paddle.
I'd recommend a timber Greenland paddle from anyone who suffers from muscle or joint injuries, but still enjoys kayaking. There's absolutely no need to be sore. Kayaking is so much more enjoyable when you can focus on the beauty around you, rather than being distracted by niggling aches and pains.
Also, the Greenland paddle from MaxPaddles really is a work of art - I have it mounted on my wall at home, so I can enjoy it even when I'm not on the water!"
- Cornelia Luethi, Kerikeri, New Zealand (December 2017)
I was a bit anxious about whether I'd be able to use a Greenland paddle correctly or not, as I'd heard that the technique takes a while to learn, and I am rather uncoordinated. As it turned out, I found paddling with the Greenland paddle very easy, and I can actually go faster, and with less effort, than using a conventional paddle.
I'd recommend a timber Greenland paddle from anyone who suffers from muscle or joint injuries, but still enjoys kayaking. There's absolutely no need to be sore. Kayaking is so much more enjoyable when you can focus on the beauty around you, rather than being distracted by niggling aches and pains.
Also, the Greenland paddle from MaxPaddles really is a work of art - I have it mounted on my wall at home, so I can enjoy it even when I'm not on the water!"
- Cornelia Luethi, Kerikeri, New Zealand (December 2017)
“Why would you buy a paddle like that?”
“I am not a hard-out, fish-at-all-costs, go for mile-after-mile paddler, but I really enjoy my sport and being out there on the briny. I have tried a number of Euro paddles and while I have had a sense that some squirted me along quite well, I was never really satisfied with any of them.
A thread developed around paddles in a kayak fishing forum, in particular, Greenland paddles.
While reading the commentary on the forum, I asked myself, “Why would you buy a paddle like that?” I stayed with the thread as the discussion grew, and so did my interest. I did some browsing around Greenland paddles, techniques, feedback etc. and decided these paddles seemed worthy of trying. The guys who love them are committed to them.
So I made a purchase from Max and the paddle duly arrived very well packaged, he included a personalised letter, some oil to protect the paddle, and a download of recommended techniques.
Max’s workmanship is awesome and I couldn’t wait to try it out.
Eventually Wellington weather provided a window so out we went for a fish. My first impression was how amazing light the paddle is and how it ‘felt’ in my hands. I’m not a technophobe so won’t fake any such comparisons with Euro paddles but, I know what I like.
There was a chap who launched about 15 minutes ahead of me in the same type of kayak and like me, loaded for bear. Usually I like to make a point of targeting someone ahead and try to rein them in; just my way of getting the paddle under way and into a rhythm.
Not this time though, time to try the technique instead. It is a different style of paddling but not, I felt, a huge transition in approach.
The biggest thing for me was overcoming the muscle memory from Euro paddling.
That said, every now and then and for some period of consistency, it was like the Greenland gods/stars lined up and there were moments of pure poetry. The kayak surged along really nicely and the entry and exit of the paddle from the water was silent.
I noticed that without trying, I was hauling in the fellow ahead of me. He did stop for a few seconds every now and then, sometimes I do that with a Euro paddle, but this time I seemed to be able to generate some power and get through the water with much less expenditure of energy than usual.
The fishing was okay; I was more interested in getting underway again just to use the paddle. I also felt that when parked, the Greenland seemed to snuggle into the kayak more unobtrusively, probably because of the absence of the traditionally larger blades on a Euro.
I have to admit, that I now know the answer to my original question; why wouldn’t you buy a Greenland paddle?
Already I can validate the claims of the other converts, my Euros are going on TradeMe, and I am probably going back to Max for a back up.
Fabulous paddles, lovely workmanship, and the big plus for me is completing a paddle with more (energy) reserves in the tank than any other paddle I have been on.”
- Pete Rowe, Wellington, New Zealand (March 2017)
A thread developed around paddles in a kayak fishing forum, in particular, Greenland paddles.
While reading the commentary on the forum, I asked myself, “Why would you buy a paddle like that?” I stayed with the thread as the discussion grew, and so did my interest. I did some browsing around Greenland paddles, techniques, feedback etc. and decided these paddles seemed worthy of trying. The guys who love them are committed to them.
So I made a purchase from Max and the paddle duly arrived very well packaged, he included a personalised letter, some oil to protect the paddle, and a download of recommended techniques.
Max’s workmanship is awesome and I couldn’t wait to try it out.
Eventually Wellington weather provided a window so out we went for a fish. My first impression was how amazing light the paddle is and how it ‘felt’ in my hands. I’m not a technophobe so won’t fake any such comparisons with Euro paddles but, I know what I like.
There was a chap who launched about 15 minutes ahead of me in the same type of kayak and like me, loaded for bear. Usually I like to make a point of targeting someone ahead and try to rein them in; just my way of getting the paddle under way and into a rhythm.
Not this time though, time to try the technique instead. It is a different style of paddling but not, I felt, a huge transition in approach.
The biggest thing for me was overcoming the muscle memory from Euro paddling.
That said, every now and then and for some period of consistency, it was like the Greenland gods/stars lined up and there were moments of pure poetry. The kayak surged along really nicely and the entry and exit of the paddle from the water was silent.
I noticed that without trying, I was hauling in the fellow ahead of me. He did stop for a few seconds every now and then, sometimes I do that with a Euro paddle, but this time I seemed to be able to generate some power and get through the water with much less expenditure of energy than usual.
The fishing was okay; I was more interested in getting underway again just to use the paddle. I also felt that when parked, the Greenland seemed to snuggle into the kayak more unobtrusively, probably because of the absence of the traditionally larger blades on a Euro.
I have to admit, that I now know the answer to my original question; why wouldn’t you buy a Greenland paddle?
Already I can validate the claims of the other converts, my Euros are going on TradeMe, and I am probably going back to Max for a back up.
Fabulous paddles, lovely workmanship, and the big plus for me is completing a paddle with more (energy) reserves in the tank than any other paddle I have been on.”
- Pete Rowe, Wellington, New Zealand (March 2017)
“The tactile nature of the wooden Greenland paddle is quite incredible”
“A brief note to let you know how pleased I am with the Greenland paddle that I ordered from you.
I very much appreciated your FaceTime call to check that I was taking the sizing measurements correctly - as a result the paddle is the perfect size.
I also appreciated the weekly communication I received from you to update me on progress, not that it was necessary, but I appreciated you keeping me informed without having to contact you.
The finish on the paddle is first class and it is immediately obvious that you have put many hours of work in to achieve the finish you have, and also the symmetry in the shaping.
Thank you for including a small tub of tung oil to maintain the finish of the paddle with from time to time.
The first image I have attached shows the weight of the paddle coming in at 685g, which I am very happy with.
The second image shows the beautiful lines of the paddle standing up in the corner of our kitchen.
The third paddle shows it on the deck of my 15’ Trident by Ocean Kayak just before we launched this morning.
Today was a rare mirror calm day on the Hauraki Gulf and I am pleased to report that I was able to maintain a speed of 4 knots over 1 nautical mile in these conditions, which I think is pretty reasonable given that my kayak is a sit-on-top, carrying more than 100Kgs over and above the hull weight.
The tactile nature of the wooden Greenland paddle is quite incredible in comparison to a carbon paddle - the paddle feels very alive in your hands and communicates audibly if your technique is poor.”
- Reiss Gunson, Auckland, New Zealand (March 2017)
I very much appreciated your FaceTime call to check that I was taking the sizing measurements correctly - as a result the paddle is the perfect size.
I also appreciated the weekly communication I received from you to update me on progress, not that it was necessary, but I appreciated you keeping me informed without having to contact you.
The finish on the paddle is first class and it is immediately obvious that you have put many hours of work in to achieve the finish you have, and also the symmetry in the shaping.
Thank you for including a small tub of tung oil to maintain the finish of the paddle with from time to time.
The first image I have attached shows the weight of the paddle coming in at 685g, which I am very happy with.
The second image shows the beautiful lines of the paddle standing up in the corner of our kitchen.
The third paddle shows it on the deck of my 15’ Trident by Ocean Kayak just before we launched this morning.
Today was a rare mirror calm day on the Hauraki Gulf and I am pleased to report that I was able to maintain a speed of 4 knots over 1 nautical mile in these conditions, which I think is pretty reasonable given that my kayak is a sit-on-top, carrying more than 100Kgs over and above the hull weight.
The tactile nature of the wooden Greenland paddle is quite incredible in comparison to a carbon paddle - the paddle feels very alive in your hands and communicates audibly if your technique is poor.”
- Reiss Gunson, Auckland, New Zealand (March 2017)
“It is a work of art!”
I just wanted to thank you for the beautiful Greenland paddle my husband bought me for Christmas.
It is a work of art! And though I hesitated to put in into the water, I did, and it didn't take long to get used to it.
I have washed it down and applied the tung oil you left for us... thank you!
I am sure this paddle will serve me well into at least the next 20 years of my kayaking (I'll be 84)!
- Joanie MacDonald, Auckland, New Zealand (February 2017)
It is a work of art! And though I hesitated to put in into the water, I did, and it didn't take long to get used to it.
I have washed it down and applied the tung oil you left for us... thank you!
I am sure this paddle will serve me well into at least the next 20 years of my kayaking (I'll be 84)!
- Joanie MacDonald, Auckland, New Zealand (February 2017)
Do you have any questions?
If you’re interested in my paddles and have any questions, please contact me and I’ll be happy to help you.
Happy paddling,
Happy paddling,
Max Love – owner and craftsman, MaxPaddles
Opua, Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Opua, Bay of Islands, New Zealand
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