Re: [Paddlewise] Online paddling stroke video/demos

From: James <jimtibensky_at_fastmail.fm>
Date: Tue, 05 Apr 2005 08:24:15 -0500
Alex said:  230 cm paddle works well for all Feathercraft singles, but
for wider folders it won't be enough. Besides, many of them have high
cockpit coaming, this is another reason to go longer than 230 cm.


I have a Feathercraft K-1 (Expedition) and a K-2.  The longest paddle I
own is a 220 and it is fine for either of the folders.  As with other
discussions about paddle length, I think the sort of stroke style one
has makes a big difference.  I am 5'8" with relatively long arms if that
helps understand what I'm saying.

My wife, who is 5'2", uses the same blades and hasn't had any trouble
with the double.  She uses a flatter stroke than my more vertical style.

Jim Tibensky
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