RE: [Paddlewise] Compasses

I agree. A deck compass is a must for sea kayaking. A flat, orienteering 
compass, though, is useful for plotting a course on water as well as on 
land. I use an inexpensive Silva III, which slips easily into a PFD pocket. 
Use the orienteering compass to determine your course, and the deck compass 
to follow it. Note also that some people say that looking down at an 
orienteering compass in rough water can lead to seasickness -- another 
reason to have a deck compass.

Chuck Holst


-----Original Message-----
From:	Peter Treby [SMTP:ptreby_at_ozemail.com.au]
Sent:	Monday, February 12, 2001 4:26 PM
To:	'Rick Sylvia'; Paddlewise (E-mail)
Subject:	RE: [Paddlewise] Compasses

As with other sea kayaking equipment considerations, you quickly find that
when you are on the water you need your hands on the paddle. A deck mounted
compass is really the best answer, with an orienteering type flat compass
for course plotting on land, and as a spare.
I have a Silva deck compass, model "58F Kayak" similar to the Suunto Orca,
mounted with bungy cords. This has been very good, easy to read. See it at
http://www.silva.se/marine/index.htm
It's good to have the compass removable when not needed. This saves damage
and theft.

Regards,
Peter Treby
37o 42' S  145o 08' E

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