Re: [Paddlewise] Folding Kayak Roll

In a message dated 2/12/99 12:00:08 PM Eastern Standard Time,
rdiaz_at_ix.netcom.com writes:

<< And if things do go wrong, getting back into your boat quickly with the
least hassle.  Or you can start by being in a boat that is less like to be
toppled over and if it is capsized offers a reliable re-entry platform with
the least amount of setup for getting back in.  That description covers three
breeds of  boats: sit-on-tops, inflatables and folding kayaks. >>

Ralph, is it your point that folding kayaks are safer and less likley to need
a roll because they are less likely to capsize, easier to re-enter than a
hardshell or both? Only having done rescues in hard shells I would think a
foldable would be tougher to re-enter, just simply because of a lack of bulk
heads and the danger of swamping.

Also I would be curious about your view on sponsons making it easier or not
significantly impacting a roll. I would think if they help keep a boat upright
they would also "help" keep a boat upside down. I did not realize that the
Khatsalano was designed to be operated without sponsons. I know the K-1 and
Light and the Raid 2 use sponsons. 
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