[Paddlewise] Secure, Comfortable, Grip On The Paddle Shaft

Arthur wrote seeking advice about keeping ones hands warm in cold weather,
and mentioned his concern about maintaining a secure grip on his paddle.  I
have found that an approximately four inch wide piece of the non-slip tread
material normally used on steps or walkways, wrapped around the shaft of the
paddle works very well with the three types of gloves/pogies that I have.
Although this material looks kind of like coarse sandpaper,  it is comfortable
to grip bare-handed and also keeps even the smooth surface gloves from
slipping without having to grasp the shaft any harder than usual.  Cut a strip
just long enough to cover the circumference of the paddle shaft, peel off its
sticky-back protective layer and place it carefully at the place on the shaft
where you like to grasp the paddle.  And yes, you only need to put it on one
end of the paddle!  It's an easy, quick fix.





Hope this tidbit helps someone,





Dave, in Grass Valley



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