Re: [Paddlewise] stroke mechanics / technique heresy [was: paddle sizing heresy]

From: Dennis, Becky & Natalie <arebecca1_at_qwest.net>
Date: Fri, 11 May 2001 19:17:12 -0500
FoldingBoats_at_aol.com wrote:

> My own ongoing (casual) experimentation with relatively high aspect ratio
> blades, not intentionally specifically designed for a lift generating stroke,
> suggests that introducing at least a significant component of lift has great
> potential (and is probably done consciously or unconsciously at least by some
> "Greenland style" practitioners).
>
> Anecdotal evidence: Paddling, using my "hybrid stroke mechanics", a supposedly
> sluggish single folding kayak next to a sleek and sexy "sea kayak", the
> latter propelled by a reasonably experienced paddler, I found that I had no
> trouble keeping up.

So, Ralph,  could you say a bit about "hybrid stroke mechanics," please?
-Dennis

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