Re: [Paddlewise] Are Sea Kayaks Seaworthy?

From: Melissa Reese <melissa_at_bonnyweeboaty.net>
Date: Fri, 26 Oct 2007 21:12:55 -0700
Hi Scott,

On Friday, October 26, 2007, at 4:06:15 PM PST, you wrote:

> Are Sea Kayaks Seaworthy?

My friend Lisa in a sea kayak on the sea: Not necessarily seaworthy

Me in a sea kayak on the sea: At least I'm still alive (knock on wood)

Sea kayak on the sea with no paddler: It will probably float

No matter how we define "seaworthy", I do find it worthwhile to paddle
my sea kayak on the sea. Does that count? :-)

Definition of "on the sea", for me: Though I harbor no delusions of
paddling non-stop from here to Hawaii, I do paddle coastal waters up
to a few miles offshore. My sea kayaks have always carried me with
security and grace (even if not with complete dignity at all times,
due to the "stupid paddler" variable). I suppose that's seaworthy
enough for my porpoises. :-)

-- 
Melissa
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