Bending Branches  Bounce X-Grip Kayak Paddle

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Offering great value, the durable Bending Branches Bounce kayak paddle gets you out on the water having fun with a minimum of fuss.

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Features

  • Rigid aluminum alloy shaft provides years of responsive performance; bright yellow grip area reduces slipping
  • Polypropylene blades provide excellent durability when pushing off rocks or barnacles
  • Dihedral curve and asymmetrical power face eliminate blade flutter
  • Feathering is adjustable to 0 or 60°, with left- or right-hand control
  • The Bending Branches Bounce kayak paddle helps keep your lap dry thanks to its heavy-duty rubber drip rings

Made in USA.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Flatwater Kayaking

Paddle Style

Low-angle

Shaft Shape

Straight

Shaft Type

2-piece

Blade Shape

Asymmetrical Dihedral

Hand Control

Right and Left

Feather Angle

0 / 60 degrees

Blade Construction

Polypropylene

Shaft Construction

Aluminum

Blade Size

18 x 6.75 inches

Blade Surface Area (sq. in.)

89 square inches

Weight

2 lbs. 5 oz.

Reviews
26 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

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Product Rating

15 out of 19 (79%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for beginners
Saundra
13 years ago
This was my first paddle and my second. I started with the 220 but found it too short so I went to the 230. I was looking at other paddles but you can't beat this one for the price. I am rough on things so I like that it is made of durable materials to take my abuse. It is a little heavey but not by much and I would probably not see a difference. The grips make it easy to use without gloves and gives a little more protection than a bare shaft plus has good grip even when wet. It is oval in the grip area also. I plan to use it on day trips, camping and recreational trips. After an hour and a half of paddling I am not wore out.
Saundra
Lakeville, MN
32 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars
Good, but we've had issues...
Stevezz
10 years ago
We purchased two of these paddles and took them (and our tandem kayak) on vacation. We should have tried them out before the vacation. But when we tried to assemble one of the paddles, the detent ball would not pop into the hole to secure the paddle together. We fought with it for about 10 minutes and finally got it to engage enough to use. We did this at two different lakes, fighting with the paddle each time. When we returned home, I called REI online and ordered another paddle. When it came into the store, I returned the defective paddle, and tried assembling the new paddle before I left the store. The replacement paddle had the same issue as the one previous paddle!!! An REI employee worked with the paddle for perhaps 20 minutes, extracting the spring mechanism from inside the tube, and bending it several times to get it to function properly. It is now workable, but still does not positively pop out into the hole like it's supposed to. So I caution you to check the "mating" of your paddle halves before leaving the store. The paddles work well in the water, and have a rubber grip to ease your hold on the paddle. But one of our rubber grips got a hole in it from friction with my ring. SO the durability of the grip is not particularly good.
Stevezz
San Jose, CA, United States
32 people found this review helpful

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Julie
Southern California
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great Paddle Choice

3 years ago

I purchase my first kayak in March 2022 from REI. I did some reading and learned about the different types of paddles. I was very fortunate and stoked to find an employee who knew alot about paddles. I had picked one out with the specifics that i wanted, but after talking with Frank ( at REI in Tustin) he guided me to try out the Bounce by BB. I am a recreational sit on top kayaker and will be mostly on lakes and bays. I Love to paddle for hours and wanted a paddle between beginner and advanced. First time out i knew i got the right one. thank you to Frank!

Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
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Saundra
Lakeville, MN
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great for beginners

13 years ago

This was my first paddle and my second. I started with the 220 but found it too short so I went to the 230. I was looking at other paddles but you can't beat this one for the price. I am rough on things so I like that it is made of durable materials to take my abuse. It is a little heavey but not by much and I would probably not see a difference. The grips make it easy to use without gloves and gives a little more protection than a bare shaft plus has good grip even when wet. It is oval in the grip area also. I plan to use it on day trips, camping and recreational trips. After an hour and a half of paddling I am not wore out.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Dicky
Charlotte NC
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

And extremely comfortable paddle

6 years ago

I switched from my old harmony paddle to this paddle and I like it a lot better . It was a great price also . Looks like it was only available in yellow . I may buy a second one as a back up .

Yes , I recommend this product
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rHaglund
Morenci, MI
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Bending Branches paddle

9 years ago

Nice, lightweight paddle, grips add function on windy days with lots of spray. Built well enough for the price point. Worked well for my 100# daughter paddling solo in a 70# Pamlico tandem in 20 mph winds!

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Maple likes the outdoors
Portland, OR
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellence!

9 years ago

Great paddle for me, a beginner, and my teen kids. It's affordable, durable, easy to use, and it can break down for easy storage and travel!

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Stevezz
San Jose, CA, United States
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Good, but we've had issues...

10 years ago

We purchased two of these paddles and took them (and our tandem kayak) on vacation. We should have tried them out before the vacation. But when we tried to assemble one of the paddles, the detent ball would not pop into the hole to secure the paddle together. We fought with it for about 10 minutes and finally got it to engage enough to use. We did this at two different lakes, fighting with the paddle each time. When we returned home, I called REI online and ordered another paddle. When it came into the store, I returned the defective paddle, and tried assembling the new paddle before I left the store. The replacement paddle had the same issue as the one previous paddle!!! An REI employee worked with the paddle for perhaps 20 minutes, extracting the spring mechanism from inside the tube, and bending it several times to get it to function properly. It is now workable, but still does not positively pop out into the hole like it's supposed to. So I caution you to check the "mating" of your paddle halves before leaving the store. The paddles work well in the water, and have a rubber grip to ease your hold on the paddle. But one of our rubber grips got a hole in it from friction with my ring. SO the durability of the grip is not particularly good.

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Dandan
San Diego
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Will leave you up a creek (or in the ocean)

3 years ago

Second Bending Branches paddle to have a blade fall off in a year. I have a 15 year old Bending Branches paddle that has had no issues but new ones must have a different adhesive than is unacceptably unsafe. Left me 2 miles from my take out in the ocean along a cliff at night.

Age:45–54
No, I do not recommend this product
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Danmatthews
Denver, CO, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great paddle, especially for the price

10 years ago

I've used this for two years without any problems. It comes in two sections which makes it manageable for storage and transportation. The aluminum is lightweight and durable, the plastic blades work perfectly fine for pushing off rocky shores, and the grips are extremely comfortable. No gripes, and the price is great!

Yes , I recommend this product
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Kmwingler
Indianapolis, IN, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great paddle!

7 years ago

I purchased this paddle two years ago and use it nearly every weekend during our warmer season. It has served me very well. I love the drip rings and the ability to angle the paddles. Very easy to manipulate.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Kristyfay
Woodland Wa
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Still my favorite

7 years ago

I got this for my daughter's kayak and found I kept borrowing hers. Finnaly got my own. Love the grip and the shape of the paddle. Excellent for figure 8 stroke and long excursions.

Yes , I recommend this product
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