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Gentle Paddling in Scotland.
"Jim Wallis" wrote in message
news:utsiib.4kj.ln@Eskdale... As for Broooz' comment about considering someone of L4 qualification or equal ability is suitable to guide something like the Leny, I totally disagree. L4 is not about river guiding, I mentioned L4 because the major difference between L3 and L4 is the river leadership element - that is what 5 star is all about. I know loads of paddlers who could very safely lead/guide on much harder water than the Leny but have nowhere near the coaching abilities of a L4 coach. I just wish everyone was able to spot the significant difference between coaching and river running. I agree too. I'm always uncomfortable with grading discussions as different experience leads to different opinions. As such I don't want to apply grades to the Leny Whilst I agree with much of what you say, I know someone who died on the Leny because he missed the breakout above the falls. He was better than a grade 1 or 2 paddler. That is partly why I feel strongly about this one. Anyway, I think it's time to put the handbags away! You're both starting to look like idiots and I'm concerned that by joining in my reputation is going to get even lower :-) Agreed - will try to look after your reputation in future! I didn't have one to start with. |
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