Re: [Paddlewise] Paul Caffyn n' Rudders

>> >>>Did you notice that Paul Caffyn mentioned in his article that the
>> rudder added stability?

I think you will find the the term "stability" should actually be replaced
(correct terminology and all that...) with "rate of roll reduction". They
give you more time to think about bracing or leaning.
 
[DL] 
>Under certain conditions, a rudder can go way beyond an energy
>saver in terms of stroke efficiency, and simply add a new dynamic of
>incredible speed as one surfs every available opportunity with demon
>like ferocity.

Even on small waves, all the paddling power is to catch the wave, not
steer. Also, if the course is at an angle to the waves you can "flick" the
rudder, put the power on and get a "down wave" ride before resuming the
correct course.


> and they couldn't even come close to keeping up with me,
>when my deep draft rudder was deployed.

Which is why all ruddered Nordkapp in this country have long blades.

Alex
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Alex (Sandy) Ferguson
Chemistry Department
University of Canterbury
New Zealand
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