[Paddlewise] Subject: Re: Nordkapp flame

Its always News when News writes:
 > Hi everyone,
 > 
 > I feel all these list members who are only too ready to poke fun at the 
 > Nordkapp design should show a little respect... If in their opinion they 
 > don't like the boat - then fair enough, an equal number of people could 
 > probably be found to sing its praises - so what! But stop to consider a 
 > little where would sea kayaking be today if it were not for these early 
 > designs that promoted the sport well over 20-30 years ago? Todays modern 
 > hull shapes all build on the success of past designs. Indeed - one poster 
 > seemed to be criticising the fact that the Nordkapp design itself has 
 > evolved over time... the logic of this escapes me. Should we not have 

Logic?  Do we *always* need logic? 8)

 > realised by now that the 'universal' sea kayak that is perfect for all 
 > paddlers in all situations and journeys does not exist! My main beef is: 
 > why be so negative about something you personally don't want to paddle? 

You have some good point about the evolution of hull design and while
I know bupkiss about the Nordkapp I have lurked on this list for some
time.  That said, I liked to point out that most flames on this list
give only first degree burns.  IOW: its usually done in jest or to get
people mildly riled up.  Its a little like harrassing a friend of
yours for their choice of car or coffee or [insert anything personal
preference here].

 > Isn't it supposed to be about enjoying yourself on the water?

I think people were enjoying themselves off the water 8)


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