While not being of "scientific and technical" mind set, it would seem to me that "stability" is a relative term and dependant entirely on the paddler's perception. For instance, a landlubber would percieve any kayak to be unstable. In addition, the weight distribution of the paddler him/her self also affects stability as does the paddling circumstances on any given day (flat water as opposed to rough). Most paddlers just want a boat they are "comfortable" in. Nancy K. *************************************************************************** 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 Sun May 15 2005 - 15:52:41 PDT
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