Re: [Paddlewise] Edging in big waves - was "Seeking opinions / experiences with kayak models"

I have struggled, and still have to work at effective edging in rough
conditions.  I have found edging to be very helpful indeed, both in control
and in minimizing effort, in rough water.

Bob V

>is it necessary or realistic to edge a boat in big waves? When
> I'm in that situation my boat is usually more manoeuverable because
there's
> less of it in the water and a paddle stroke off passing waves gives very
> effective steering.

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