Re: [Paddlewise] Wing paddle and hull speed was (Re: Who Took Shaun White Sea Kayaking?)

From: Gerald Foodman <gfoodma_at_earthlink.net>
Date: Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:09:11 -0800
Matt wrote:

> If you want to really see
> the difference between paddles you will need to use a kayak that has a higher
> hull speed than you can paddle the distance at you which you will be testing

The question that interests me is whether one can paddle more efficiently with a wing at fast touring speeds, say, 4 to 4.5 kts.  I hope so, since I just ordered my first wing paddle (ONNO) and do not ever intend to go at max speed.  I have also committed myself to a few months of learning the stroke.  Freya said in her San Diego presentation that the wing was efficient and that the wing stroke and paddle are what allowed her to do such long days with no injury.
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