> >The paddler without a rudder was unable to maintain a course across a > >well-developed sea generated by 10-12 knots of steady wind. This paddler/boat combination "needed" a rudder. But the use of the term "need" in combination with rudders is often misplaced. In 20 knot winds with developed or confused seas a rudder makes things easier and saves energy for anyone, including those perfectly capable of handling these conditions. Conditions which are not at all dangerous for an experienced paddler. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Sun Sep 23 2001 - 17:00:04 PDT
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