> I prefer 'unfinished' (oiled) paddles, because they don't cause blisters.
> But if you are going to put a finish on it, I'd glass the blade and epoxy
> the whole thing, you can have a thinner lighter blade and you don't have a
> change in finishe between the shaft and blade.

> Mike

Thanks for your comments. What would you recommend for oiling the paddle ?