Joan wrote: >I don't think 22mph is that bad a wind, just a lot of work but >is that 5'-7' sea normal? That could have been tough in that >wind, though you didn't indicate was much of an issue. I've >never been in seas that high so I don't know how tough they are. G'Day Joan, Your question is one that has been bugging me for three years. Most kayakers I know would regard the combination of a 22MPH wind and a 5' to 7' sea as very awkward. It would also imply occasional 14' and 15' waves! I wouldn't go out in such conditions intentionally. In fact I draw the line at either 6' sea or battling against a 20 knot winds, even though I'm capable of handling either condition. Downwind is OK though so long as its towards the shore:~) But!!!! it depends what is mean't by a sea? When people refer to a particular height of the sea do they mean short wavelength waves/chop (which is what I mean) or swell. I would think most experienced kayakers wouldn't have much problem with a a 5' to 7' swell even in 22MPH winds. Do meteorologists have a formal definition of "sea" ? All the best, PeterO *************************************************************************** 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/ ***************************************************************************
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