Re: [Paddlewise] efficient stroke

Jim's comments about adapting your stroke to your own physiognomy is spot 
on.  That said, the type of paddle you have also affects which style is 
most efficient.

Times I have used Becky's paddle (designed for higher angle stroking), I 
have achieved higher hull speed, but I also was getting tired faster.

The original poster asked for _efficiency_ in paddling, not speed.

For that, I have to go with the angle and style the paddle was designed 
for.  Twisting a low-angle-style paddle into high angle is not as efficient 
as using it low-angle style.  Yes, I can go faster if I force it into high 
angle style, but I think it is less efficient that way.

A good rhythm with good torso rotation is key for the most efficient style, 
for me.  When I had joints and tendons which could take the abuse, a longer 
paddle was also more efficient.  Nowadays my stick is shorter, and my 
cadence is much higher, so I use what I got.  Plus, I have a cute way of 
getting off [snicker].

-- 
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
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