Doug wrote: > Well, if I can find one that doesn't need a rudder, I can always add one > when I find it does. :-) I have long objected to the use of the word 'need' in this context. Many boats can be readily managed in most conditions without a rudder, so do not 'need' one. Nevertheless, a rudder will save a small but significant amount of energy in a long straight passage through windy chop. Especially if it is a modern one with a foil blade and fixed footbraces. However, not every boat is suitable for mounting a rudder; for example a boat with a large amount of stern rocker. Jerry *************************************************************************** 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 Sun Jun 21 2009 - 07:19:55 PDT
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