Mary Malmros ) writes:

Well, there's also a difference between how fit/skilled/whatever you
need to be to kayak, and how fit/skilled/whatever you need to be to
kayak solo. I don't think needing a stirrup should keep someone out
of kayaking as such, but if you do, you should recognize that your
limited ability to self-rescue creates some additional risk for you,
and (if you are sensible) restricts where you can paddle, and when,
and with whom.

the other approach is to choose a kayak suited to the paddler's ability.
nothing wrong with a bigger more stable kayak. or with anti-capsize aids
like sponsons.
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