Re: [Paddlewise] When is a Kayak Not a Kayak?

From: Tord Eriksson <tord_at_tord.nu>
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:05:19 +0100
On Saturday 24 November 2007 16:10, Melissa wrote:
> Yes, while it certainly is a "paddle craft", I'd have difficulty calling
> it a kayak.  Why not just come up with a new name for this purpose
> built, almost kayak-like craft?

Maybe Kayoot - half kayak, half uboot?

Tord

PS I wonder how they manage paddling downwind with that
huge cabin in the rear, unless it has a sailboat-sized keel!

Even paddling with a force 5 side wind must be VERY difficult.
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