On 25 Jan 2007 10:08:43 -0800, in rec.boats.paddle "Oci-One Kanubi"
wrote:

Well, think of the physics of it.

You steer from the rear; yer paddle is acting effectively as a rudder,
pushing the stern to one side or the other, more or less pivoting on
the bow.

Stands to reason that you want the most lateral drag to be near the
pivot point where there is the least lateral motion.

Maybe.

I agree with you; however, assume symmetry... it ain't *quite* so, but
wouldn't either front or rear impact the side drag equally? Center
mount is best, but that's not an option.

Jones