[Paddlewise] Anas Acuta Paddlers

I would appreciate any thoughts from those who have paddled Anas Acutas.  You
can reply directly to me at tfj_at_interaccess.com or generally to the list.

1.    How important is a skeg, if one is not paddling in currents, tides, or
out
of sight of land?  My concerns:  sand, etc., on beach launches and landings,
could
eventually foul the mechanism; no matter how good the fittings, there may be
some
leakage in the long run; and I just don't like the idea of assisted steering.
On
the other hand, is tracking a little iffy without a skeg?

2.    My local dealer said the Anas normally is shipped without footpegs.  Did
you
add footpegs (same concern about compromise of hull integity . . .), or is it
just
necessary to adapt one's habits slightly to do without them?

Tom Joyce




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