Re: [Paddlewise] Happy feet/ spare paddle storage

From: Doug Lloyd <douglloyd_at_shaw.ca>
Date: Wed, 02 May 2007 22:34:17 -0700
Epic, eh? I like the Zen boat:

http://www.zensport.co.nz/net/product/details.aspx?p=8

Cool rudder option, too.

http://www.zensport.co.nz/net/product/details.aspx?p=6

So, I thought the idea of having a carbon sea kayak and converting to as 
much carbon equipment as possible was so my net weight would stay the same 
but allow me to buy and carry even more gear! :-)

DL


> On Mon, 30 Apr 2007 22:20:20 -0700, "Doug Lloyd" <douglloyd_at_shaw.ca>
> said:
>> I've got a new carbon fiber ergonomic split paddle. I think I'll plan on
>> carrying it on the front deck using the pluming tubes - seems to be the
>> savvy
>> way to do it.
>>
>> All this light weight gear - it could be addictive.
>
> If you are unlimited $$$ shopping.  Epic has a nice looking 7.5 to 8 kg
> (16.5-18 pound) 6.5 meter (21'4") surf ski ;-)
> http://www.surfski.info/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=390&Itemid=129
>
> You do end up giving up little things like storage, hatches, spray
> skirt, and your roll ;-)
>
> Welcome to the lite side.  Be sure to bring your wallet....
>
>
> -- 
>  Kirk Olsen
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