[Paddlewise] can any one paddle into a 27 knot wind?

In a message dated 3/9/99 8:08:20 AM EST, raisden_at_nh.ultranet.com writes:

<< I had the opportunity to test out my skills in some difficult conditions
 this Sunday... winds were 27 knots with frequent gusts that reached 37
 knots (according to a local measurement station). >>

I have paddled down wind in these conditions but a ture 27 knot wind will stop
you dead and a ture 37 knots can push you backwards.
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