Re: [Paddlewise] anudder rudder

> From: Whitesavage & Lyle <nickjean_at_speakeasy.org>

>  "What I wonder is... is it possible to design a
> rudderless kayak to meet all needs? "
> 
> That depends on what you mean by "all needs".  I don't know of any
> rudderless kayaks that can fly like a pelican, or play the trombone.

I thought I explained that pretty well in the rest of my message.
No, it didn't involve flying or playing the trombone.  Not even making
ice cream.

<snip>

> which I have paddled benefitted from a rudder.  I think rudders are a
> good idea on tandem boats.  An inflatable boat would sail sideways at a
> good rate without a rudder or skeg to help it track.  Many high speed
> surf skis employ rudders to advantage;  surf skis have very rounded hull
> sections and very little stability, so they need to be steered without
> leaning.

Well, that names a few of the reasons we discussed why some folks might
want a rudder.

> And while we are on the subject, there are a number of people who sail
> single kayaks and use the paddle to steer and brace instead of bothering
> with a foot powered rudder.

I've not seen a number of paddlers sailing and using the paddle to
steer, though I don't doubt some do.  I've seen paddlers kite sailing 
using a rudder, but their hands were pretty busy with the kite.  Also
seen kayakers fishing and using rudders but their hands were pretty
busy with the pole when they were lucky.

Cheers,

Jackie

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