Premium Portage Yoke Pads

Elevate your portaging experience with these exceptionally comfortable, rugged, and lightweight yoke pads – designed specifically for serious canoeists who refuse to compromise on shoulder comfort during those grueling carries. Crafted from high-quality 3/4" marine-grade plywood for unmatched durability and weather resistance, these pads are built to withstand years of abuse in the backcountry. The exterior is wrapped in tough, water-resistant nylon fabric that shrugs off dirt, abrasion, and the inevitable scrapes against rocks and trees. Inside, we've engineered a smart dual-foam system: a thick layer of plush open-cell foam delivers cloud-like cushioning that molds perfectly to your shoulders, while a firm closed-cell foam barrier sits directly against the plywood – ensuring you’ll never "bottom out" and feel the hard yoke beneath, no matter how heavy the canoe or how long the portage. At 4″ wide, 8″ long, and a generous 3″ thick, these pads provide substantial coverage and support exactly where you need it most – right across the trapezius muscles and collarbone area. The wide footprint distributes the canoe’s weight evenly, dramatically reducing hot spots and shoulder fatigue compared to bare wood yokes or thin padding. Installation is a breeze and universally compatible: - The bolt-on version fits virtually all wooden canoe yokes up to 1″ thick (the vast majority of traditional wood yokes) using included stainless steel hardware for a rock-solid, rattle-free connection. - The clamp-on model offers tool-free installation and removal in seconds – perfect for outfitters, rental fleets, or paddlers who frequently switch canoes. Weighing in at just 1.1 lbs per pair (bolt-on) or 1.3 lbs per pair (clamp-on), these pads add negligible weight to your setup while delivering transformative comfort. Whether you're knocking off a quick 1-rod carry, a 10-rod overland hop, or grinding out a brutal 80-rod (even 100-rod+) bushwhack on a remote wilderness route, your shoulders will thank you every step of the way. Perfect for solo trippers, tandem teams, Quetico and Boundary Waters veterans, or anyone who measures portages in rods and dreads the burn of a bare yoke – these pads turn a necessary evil into something you barely notice. Handcrafted with pride in small batches for paddlers, by paddlers. Treat your shoulders right – portage in comfort for years to come.

• Dual-foam design: plush open-cell cushion + closed-cell base
• Fits nearly all yokes up to 1″ thick
• Tough marine plywood + nylon cover, fully weatherproof
• Generous 4″ × 8″ × 3″ size spreads weight perfectly
• Ultra-light: only 1.1–1.3 lbs per pair