Community Spotlight: What Paddlers Are Saying About Badger
If you want to know what paddlers are saying about Badger, you’ll find a collection of spontaneous, unprompted reviews gathered below from various casual conversations around the web. You know, just paddlers… talking paddles.
Plus, for those interested, we’ve included reference links for every quote. Just click on the author/user portion at the end of each statement to take you to the original comment source.
Unsolicited canoe paddle reviews for Badger Paddles
I bought a “Sliver” … The workmanship and design are beautiful. It has become my go‑to paddle over the past two years. — canoetripping.net forum user
Out of the solid-wood options I have … the Badgers might be my all-round favorites when factoring in a combination of price, durability, and feel — canoetripping.net forum user
Badger paddles are my go‑to now. I’ve gone through many others before finding them. — Reddit user
Since blade lengths vary I figured shaft length made more sense. I stumbled into Badger in Ontario that sizes them that way and ended up with the perfect one for me – a Badger Tripper. — Reddit user
I bought the Badger Woodland paddle in cherry about a year ago. I absolutely love it!! … This year my wife bought a Badger Tripper is sassafras, she’s really enjoying the way it moves through the water. – canoetripping.net forum user
…we stopped at Raquette River Outfitters on our way home to have a look. They carry Badger Paddles. … We found one made from sassafras in her preferred length of 54 inches that was very light. … She liked it immediately and said it felt better than any paddle she had used before. –canoetripping.net forum user Note: This full review is also featured (with permission of the author) on our Testimonials Page.
I like Badger Paddles … A few options for shape but the Tripper is excellent, I have it in cherry.– Reddit user
… the badger tail paddle I bought is nothing short of amazing. I didn’t think a paddle would make a difference but it does. I wouldn’t recommend anything else. – Paddle & Portage Canoes Customer Review
… They are tough and made in Canada. The wood gives them a beautiful look and was balanced yet strong. The shaft is oval not round and gives you a good grip and felt great after an hour on the water. – Paddling.com user
… we upgraded to a beavertail for the bow and ottertail for stern from Badger Paddles. Cherry. Solid. Light. And the little details like the shape of the shaft or grip. Quality paddle makes a difference. – Reddit user
I bought two badger paddles from Rutabaga and I love them. They are beautiful and lightweight cherry wood, and they feel good in my hands. Much quieter than cheap composite paddles. – Reddit user
“Cut from a single piece of wood and finished by hand, the Badger paddle was lighter than my Raykay, but seemingly just as sturdy. … the paddle pulls water, steers well and is nice and light. It’s amazing how much difference a few ounces of weight makes when you’re on your fifth hour of paddling for the day with a couple more in front of you.” – All of Algonquin – Personal Gear Review
“What really surprised me specifically about the Badger Sliver was the speed that I was able to maintain with it. I have other beaver / otter tail type paddles but the Badger just felt like a cut above the others.” – songofthepaddle.co.uk forum user
So smooth in the water and so comfortable in the hand. This paddle makes those long full day paddles to get to your next portage so much easier. I have owned many other paddles in the past but after using my Badger I will never go back to owning anything else. – Paddling.com user. Note: This full review is also featured (with permission of the author) on our Testimonials Page.
A Personal Message from Mike & Fiona
To everyone who’s taken the time to mention Badger, recommend a favourite paddle, or share a few kind words online — thank you.
Whether it’s a forum post, a review, or a quick shout-out after a great day on the water, it genuinely means the world to us. We’re a small paddle shop, and every bit of support helps keep us carving, shaping, and building paddles we’re proud of.
We’re grateful to be part of such a passionate paddling community. Paddles up to you all!
