One-Arm Freedom Canoe Paddle
Product Information
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One-Arm Freedom Canoe Paddle
• Our unique patented design allows people with the use of only one arm to enjoy flatwater canoeing at beginner through advanced levels.
• Take your position in the bow or stern or paddle solo in a traditional canoe, join a Dragon Boat or Outrigger Canoe team, or Paddle Freestyle on your local lake
• We hope the One-Arm Freedom allows you to enjoy flatwater canoeing for years to come!
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About the Paddle
- Shoulder saddle stabilizes the paddle and allows one-hand users to let go without dropping the paddle.
- Shoulder mounted pivot allows paddler to control blade position and angles to execute a full range of onside and offside strokes.
- Paddle tandem or solo, dance flatwater freestyle, join an Outrigger or Dragon Boat team.
- Achieve independence and freedom in unobstructed flatwater canoeing.
Photo by Scott Stowell, writingoutfitter.com
Shoulder Saddle
The shoulder saddle consists of a bottom plate that attaches to the shoulder area of the user’s PFD, and a top plate that attaches to the endcap of the paddle. The top and bottom plate join together with a shock cord that also acts as the quick release mechanism.
Connect the Top and Bottom Plates of the Shoulder Saddle
1. Hook the vinyl covered shock cord on the top plate over the ‘duck tail’ on the rear of the bottom plate.
2. Stretch the quick release shock cord over the knob on the front of the bottom plate.
a) Once the vinyl covered shock cord is hooked in place, release the top plate and shaft. Grasp the quick release shock cord on front of the top plate. Stretch the shock cord and hook the knot over the knob on the front of the bottom plate.
b) Tech Tip: Practice this step in front of a mirror where you can view the connection between the vinyl covered shock cord and the rear of the bottom plate until you develop a ‘feel’ for a good connection.
Safety Information
Easy to use Emergency/Quick Release disconnects the paddle from the shoulder saddle.
Easy to use quick release encourages unhindered movement on land, in the canoe, and in the water.
Quick release process is the same for emergencies and convenience.
Detaching the Paddle from the PFD
Emergency/Quick Release Process
1. Grasp the quick release shock cord located at the front of your chest.
2. Pull the quick release shock cord down and away from your body to release it from the knob on the bottom plate.
3. Push the paddle to the side, away from your body, to clear the cord from the rear of the shoulder saddle bottom plate
For detailed information, read the product manual and watch the video One-Arm Freedom Canoe Paddle Introduction and 2017 saddle update
Warning: The One-Arm Freedom® canoe paddle attaches to the shoulder area of the user’s PFD to facilitate effective performance by users with function in only one hand or arm. This design feature makes our paddle suitable for use in unobstructed flatwater canoeing only. To read a complete explanation please read our Product Manual.
