Will this work as a Mash Paddle?

[Cacaman]

Hey guys, I ordered a bayou classic cajun stir paddle, and I'm wondering is this is good to go as a mash paddle, or do I need to make any modifications to it before I start mashing with it? Maybe sand it before first use, or drill holes?

Here's what it looks like:
Amazon.com: Bayou Classic Cajun Stir Paddle: Patio, Lawn & Garden

 

[cheezycow]

Drill a few holes..otherwise works great

 

[jpc]

I use something similar (but not exactly like it) that I picked up at a restaurant supply store for under $10. I haven't felt the need to drill any holes in it, and works just fine to break up clumps.

 

[wailingguitar]

That's fine, no need for holes

 

[Cacaman]

Thanks for the quick replies! Brew day in 20 min!

 

[Stevo2569]

Does the saying "stir like crazy" ring a bell? Better money spent on a mortar or paint mixing spade. Attach to drill and go nuts. Unless your fly sparging, in which it would just be for breaking dough balls. Nothing against mash spoon users. Just my 2 cents.

 

[CGVT]

I bought one for less than 10 bucks last week at Lowes and used it Sunday.

It was much better than the plastic spoon that I was using..

 

[Cacaman]

This one ended up working well. I'm going to drill some holes in it soon though. I am also using it to stir in my brew kettle

 

[weirdboy]

I have a big paddle like that, and I keep meaning to drill a few holes in it, but really I never have had any problems using it like it is.