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why paddles matter - or do they?
Bill Tuthill wrote in message
The $30 Carlisle paddles used to have a choice of only 0 or 90 degree feather, which is terrible. Most experienced paddlers prefer feather angles somewhere between 45 and 60 degrees. Actually you can tweak the Carlisle paddles to almost any degree of feather you want. Just have someone sit on one end while you forcefully rotate the other end. I agree that either a 0 or a 90 degree feather is pretty bad. I also agree that a good paddle is a worth while investment..... but.... I would also check that she is paddling correctly. Most beginners try to paddle with their arms rather than their torso. Your torso is MUCH stronger. Make sure she is rotating her body with each stroke. This is an area where a little time spent with an instructor or just another experienced paddler could reap some real benifits. You might also consider getting one of the instructional videos that deal with the forward stroke. "The Kayaker's Edge" comes to mind but it deals mostly with whitewater. My guess is that knowing how to do a proper forward paddle stroke will have more immediate benifits for both of you than upgrading your paddle. Randy |
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