Bradford R. Crain wrote: >>>>>One of our local paddling experts has described my kayak as a "garbage skow". But I figure if I paddle nude, nobody will notice what boat I'm paddling. And if I night paddle w/o lights, nobody will notice anything.<<<<<< Years ago one of our local paddling ministers had a "Paddle Naked" T-shirt. Reportedly she often didn't wear it on small off-the beaten-path trips. I'm sorry to report I only know about this second hand as I never had the pleasure of paddling with her. *************************************************************************** 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/ ***************************************************************************
Thanks for the plug Doug. Was really nice chatting with you the other day. The baidarka I paddle is fairly strictly purposed as a go-straight craft. I've taken to calling her a 'Thoroughbred Longliner'. Turning is a challenge, tracking is solid, she's surprisingly stable, and oddly enough she surfs beautifully. If anyone would like to know more about my upcoming trip it can be found at www.longboatshortboat.blogspot.com. I'll be updating it as I travel (and find internet cafes). I found that comment curious as well Duane and asked Freya about it. Seems that is a comfortable amount for her. I'm guessing that as a lifetime athlete she closely monitors caloric, nutrient and water intake and use and knows her body's needs more intimately because of it. I did notice that she dressed light during her expedition which would reduce sweating and subsequent water loss. Possibly she was choosing her speeds and exertion level to match her daily water budget? ~~daniel (LBSB)~ *************************************************************************** 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/ ***************************************************************************
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