On Jun 30, 2008, at 5:30 PM, Doug Lloyd wrote: > The Greenland paddles had a lot of buoyancy so in rougher water > there was good support and they were great for resting with the > paddle acting almost like a paddlefloat out perpendicular. And the > amount of leverage when fully extended for turning, etc., was > amazing. Bow rudder turns were just as effective, which was weird > given how low the surface area is compared to a Euro paddle balde - > and easier and steadier on the shoulders with no shaft jerking. I just finished my best effort at a GP. It is my favorite paddle that I own because it has a consistent smooth stroke from beginning to end. The first time I went out with it I noticed it didn't have much flex, so I took it back home and spokeshaved about 15-20% more wood off of the blades. It is just about perfect for me now. It's nice to be able to tune up a paddle in that way. http://picasaweb.google.com/kayakster/HandMade/photo#5214509706144829378 I made one from a 2x6 pine cut down to a 2x4. Worst paddle I ever had. Too heavy, and it warped beyond repair. Paul Montgomery paul_at_paddleandoar.com http://paddleandoar.com *************************************************************************** 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 Mon Jun 30 2008 - 19:44:37 PDT
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