Even though upwind is when a sail would be nice, I would at least like a system that could provide power downwind (by that I include about 45 deg either side of downwind). Getting set up to sail upwind seems to add several layers of complications. The other thing that would be nice in a downwind rig would be the ability to run the sail rig hands-free - leaving the paddle available for bracing/boat control/grabbing a snack/etc. If you have to hold the sail up with your arms and back, my guess is you'll be almost as sore when you finish a long run as if you paddled it (probably using different, less conditioned muscle positions). Maybe just feigning an illness and grabbing a tow from that stronger paddling partner while you grab a nap during those upwind stretches is the simplest option! :o) ;o) Keith *************************************************************************** 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 Fri Feb 14 2003 - 06:47:54 PST
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