RE: [Paddlewise] How was 2004?

Rick wrote
>So, how was your year?

G'day Rick and Paddlewise,

I paddled less than usual, once a week instead of twice, but seemed to do a
bit more with the time.

Moved from a Pawlatta to something like a screw roll and was amazed to find
it was easier. Turns out that because of my long arms the paddle was hardly
being used at all for the Pawlatta roll except at the very end. Consequently
my hip flick was way better than expected. Also used a paddle float to get
the hang of an offside roll and made it on the first attempt without the
float. Normally I'm a bit of a klutz when trying to lean new technique so
very happy with this.

Paddled between some of the Bass Strait Islands, breath takingly wild (both
the water and the scenery). Maybe one day I'll make it across Bass Strait by
kayak like some of my mates.

Was unexpectedly awarded a Sea Leader certificate on account of various
trips I had led, which were observed by the club. This was a pleasant
suprise even though this qualification is the lowest rung of the ladder for
leading organised trips in Oz.

Moved from a Rudder to a Skeg, glory be what a revelation! Found the rudder
had been more of a hindrance than a help for my particular boat. Same goes
for the skeg except in big following sea and wind when its wonderful.

Learn't to repair the Skeg!

So a good year for me, but would have been glad to be on the water twice a
week rather than once. Maybe I'll surf better next year.

All the best, PeterO
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