[Paddlewise] paddling scared

When my friend and I both had motorcycles (speaking of death 
wishes...teenagers on motorcycles is about a potent mix as you can devise!) 
his Dad, an avid motorcycle rider, sat us down and told us in no uncertain 
terms - "if you ever get on your bike and you aren't the least bit scared, 
then get off and hang up the keys until you are".  His point wasn't to ride 
nervously or scared - but to give the activity its due respect - a respect 
that would encourage you to ride defensively.  When you ride nonchalantly 
you are a danger to yourself.  I obviously haven't forgotten his talk with 
us - and I think it applies to paddling too.

K

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