[Paddlewise] Weaker paddler's boat (was Baffin Island Incident)

From: Doug Lloyd <dougl_at_islandnet.com>
Date: Tue, 02 Jul 2002 17:10:07 -0700
Steve said:
>>>>
I gotta agree with you Gerald.  My experiences mirror yours.  I have had
GT and GTS's in the program for many years and in much more than 15
knots, they can be a blessing or a bear.  They track soooo well that
it's very difficult to turn them when the wind is NOT on your side.  If
the wind is helping they are a joy.  I generally like to put strong
folks in them if the weathers
cranky.
>>>>

So what would you normally put the weaker paddler into? Something more
maneuverable? Or is it the overall size of the GT that is the problem.
Inquiring minds want to know. Doug LLoyd


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