Re: [Paddlewise] The Perfect Boat

From: <Merguez_at_aol.com>
Date: Thu, 2 Dec 1999 17:37:12 EST
In a message dated 12/2/99 10:13:39 PM ptreby_at_ozemail.com.au writes:

> Do you have any current nominations?

Back in March I made the switch from a Dagger Magellan to a Gulfstream from 
Current Designs. Boy what a difference (not just aesthetically).  

Weathercocking is pretty much a non-issue.  Most x nothing a raised knee 
can't handle.  If I do feel the need, the skeg is always there.  Surfs wind 
wavs nicely.  I'm able to go for good rides without broaching.  

Construction is top notch.  No leaking.  Seat is comfortable. Solid footpegs.

Rolling & stability - I tried to self-teach myself how to roll for 3 years in 
the old Magellan and could never do it.  This past summer I learned to roll 
in the Gulfstream.  Not bombproof, but it's coming along. Stability is just 
how I like it, solid yet playful.

Any beefs?   Small hatch rear of the seat is hard to get on and off.  Sliding 
cable for skeg could have a better "grab", could use a little thicker padding 
where my knee makes contact with the deck.

Dream Boat.

Michael
Madsion WI   

  
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