[Paddlewise] Long paddles

In response to Kaspers' comments, I've used long un-feathered West  Greenland 
styled paddles for years. I also carry a ultra short back up paddle as  well 
in the same style which is very labor intensive. One does get used to what  
you use but I find this style and dimension easy on the wrists and shoulders  
hour after hour plus the rolling leverage is great and due to the slim blade  
isn't affected by wind much. I apologize if I'm repeating comments on someone  
else thread but I haven't had access to the whole discussion.
 
I also put a great deal of pressure on mussels....I eat the little guys as  
often as possible, raw or in a white wine sauce.
 
Kevin



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