Hello TimIngram, you wrote:

It is very simple: Canoes and kayaks are the most unstable form of
boat in the history of the world, accomplished by narrow beam
without any form of stabilizing beam buoyancy in emergencies.

I'll have you know that my kayak is 21 inches long, and has a beam of
18 feet! No need for beam enhancing sponsons on this fine craft! I
just turn myself sideways and paddle it that way. Is that okay?

--
Melissa