Re: [Paddlewise] motion sickness

<<I think the actual question should have been whether the
accupressure bands were to be worn feathered or
unfeathered.

Or perhaps with feathers.

Larry Mills>>

LOL

    The only time I've gotten slightly queasy in a kayak was on the Potomac last
spring. I was feeling a bit unwell and it was just lightly choppy from boat
wake. I was in my wetsuit and had not been drinking much water. I discovered
that watching the shore kept me feeling better. I had developed a pattern of
watching the water. I am still unsure if it was all motion because I did come
down with a flu that night. But this taught me how to cure even the hint of
motion sickness. I look up as soon as i feel the first twinge. It also keeps me
watching where I'm going.
    I am subject to car sickness. I thought I had outgrown it but one day, about
10 years ago I was riding in the back of a car and after about 2 hours I became
so ill I had to ask the driver to pull over to give me a chance to get out and
walk. He suggested I ride in the front and after that I was fine. I usually
drive, so I guess that is why I don't have this happen often.
    I'm looking for a trip that will take me out of view of land for a short
time in really good conditions so I can see how I handle that BEFORE I get out
into a real crossing in iffy conditions. We are looking to try it later this
fall.

Joan Spinner

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