Re: [Paddlewise] Advantages of the high aspect ratio paddle?

I was surprised to read about the buoyancy factor of the stick as an
assist to rolling, but knowing Harvey's immersion in the study of
traditional craft and very thoughtful analysis, would never argue.  The
paddle's buoyancy (as well as blade purchase) is definitely used in the
butterfly roll and others in the vast repertoire of Harvey's rolls that
I have seen performed.

I had always surmised that the less critical blade angle in the
traditional paddle were a great help in assisting beginners  achieve a
roll, and is the major advantage.  There is no question however, that
the Euro blade will power up much more aggressively though a properly
exercised roll does not require it.



ralph diaz wrote:

> 
> So, a question.  Is it now safe to come out and say that the bouyancy in the
> traditional wood paddle helps in rolling?  It is certainly an observable and
> logical truth in that wood is more bouyant than other materials used in
> paddle making especially when in a high aspect ratio configuration, i.e.
> thick in simplier words, and thus floats better.  But John, who certainly
> has a more scientific bent than most of us (or is he bambozzling us with
> high fallutin terms and formulae? :-)), does not agree and can prove his
> point apparently.
> 
> ralph diaz
>
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