Matt, thank you very much for the detailed reply. I had never given much thought to the science of paddling. Which, you could say, is one reason for the unexpected swims. Still hot here (35 degrees C most days) so aim to do 20 days on the water before the leaves turn. Cheers and thanks, Paul >>>>>>I suspect having the Java as fully inflated as possible will help with the stability because it will act more as a unit (like a hard shell kayak). But mainly it will shift the center of buoyancy over better than with a softer side tube (that is being collapsed some by the water pressure it is being pushed into when leaned). This message may contain information which is confidential, private or privileged in nature and subject to legal privilege. If you are not the intended recipient, you may not peruse, use, disseminate, distribute or copy this message or file which is attached to this message. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately by e-mail, facsimile or telephone and thereafter return and/or destroy the original message. The sender cannot assure that the integrity of this communication has been maintained nor that it is free of errors, viruses, interception or interference. The sender accepts no liability of whatever nature for any loss, liability, damage or expense resulting directly or indirectly from the access of any files which are attached to this message. For a detailed disclaimer please visit <http://www.avusa.co.za/AvusaEmailDisclaimer.pdf> *************************************************************************** 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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