Thanks for the replies, Frank and Theodore. Until I figure out what's going on
I've gone back to my straight shaft Werner Freestyle--only prob is, it's
cracked about half way around the circumference, which relegates me to only the
relatively easier rivers (wouldn't want to have my paddle break on a class 4-5
wilderness run!). Thanks again!

Jeff Oxley
Recovering aqua-holic--and relapsing again (full time)
Editor, Blue Ridge River Runners (part time)