Having noticed that most touring kayak manufacturers recommend shorter
lighter kayaks for lighter weight paddlers (without really specifying why) I
am looking for an explanation of the effect of a person's weight on initial
stability, secondary stability, and performance. Given two identical
touring kayaks and two people of equal abilities, if one weighs 125 lbs and
the other weighs 190 lbs what would be the differences, if any, on stability
and performance?
Chuck