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paddles
By:Tom Kurth
Date: 6/28/1999, 11:43 pm

I'm building a double paddle for a solo canoe following McCarthy's basic plan. The blades will be made of redwood glued with epoxy. At what point does the fragility of redwood demand reinforcment of fiberglass? Any info, opinions, or suggestions greatly appreciated.