[Paddlewise] Backbands

From: Peter Cragg <critters_at_houston.rr.com>
Date: Thu, 22 May 2003 16:02:54 -0500
>
>
>Pete,
>
>I used to like being locked in tight in the cockpit. However, as I developed
>my torso rotation and started pumping my legs for a more effective forward
>stroke, I realized that for sea kayaking, it is better to be a bit loose.
>Sure, for white water and surf, it is better to be tight, but not for sea
>kayaking, where a more effective forward stroke is necessary.
>
>Duane
>  
>
Thanks, I will have to try it. 

Right now I am nursing a sore tail bone, and hurts to sit down.  Sitting 
in a kayak is out of the question for a few more weeks.

Safe Paddling

-- 
Pete Cragg
Scoutmaster
Troop 889



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