Paddles & Oars | Kayak Paddles, Telescoping Paddles, Canoe Paddles & Boat Oars — 8 products / 9 models — Page 1

Pick up a high-quality paddle or oar to properly navigate on the water. Kayak paddles and oars are essential pieces of water sports equipment for any angler or adventurer. From aluminum paddles to paddler attachments, our wide selection of boating gear is perfect for kayaks, stand up paddleboards (SUP), and canoes.

What is the difference between paddles and oars?

Oars have a single blade and are directly attached to the boat using oarlocks. When using an oar, you row in the opposite direction which you are facing, so oars propel your canoe or watercraft backward.

Paddles can be single-bladed or double-bladed. Usually, a canoe paddle has one blade, while kayak paddles have two. Paddles are not fixed to your boat and must be operated with two hands. Unlike oars, paddles propel you forward in the direction you are facing by using alternate strokes on each side.

Can you use oars on a canoe?

While canoes are usually propelled with paddles, you can use oars on a canoe with the proper setup. You will need to outfit your canoe with oarlocks to row a canoe with an oar. Keep in mind that when using an oar on a canoe, you will be facing the rear of the boat and rowing backward.

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