aclawrence
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Are there any mid level paddles you would recommend for me to look at?
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It's been a long time since we needed new paddles so I don't really know what the current offerings are.Are there any mid level paddles you would recommend for me to look at?
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When I am paddling against the wind, I have found it much, much easier to control by simply sitting in the middle of my 12'er. I have made it through some pretty ridiculous winds on the lake. I have found that sitting I the middle was also easier when I had a deer in it dead weight in the front really messed me up.I forgot to say I was paddling on a lake this morning. I was trying to do the J stroke but I kept having to switch sides with the paddle. When I was heading back in the wind picked up. I couldn’t believe how much it was pushing me around. Thanks for those book recommendations Tom I’ll check those out. I really want to become pretty proficient at it. Also all I have right now are some cheaper paddles so I’ll be looking to upgrade or build a nice one.
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One thing I did read about and watch videos on was that if you are solo paddling in a canoe if you get on your knees as far forward as you can and to one side of the back section (towards the middle of the canoe) you reduce the surface area touching the water and create a straight line of contact for the bottom of the canoe. The slight tilt will feel strange at first until you find the sweet spot but it is extremely stable. This also allows you to get a straight back stroke. The balance between that line and your stroke wil reduce the amount you need to j stroke. Additionally, moving forward will transfer your weight to the center and give you a little more control on high wind days and a nicer ride. I found it help me control going back and forth (left to right) as much. I expereinced this the first time I took the canoe out. It just so happened to be an extremely windy day on an large lake. I tried both methods and it makes a world of difference.
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-im no expert, this was just my experience applying things I have read or seen.
One issue with that...Strong head winds can mean waves. Loading boat weight up front can make for a wet ride.If you have a strong head wind to paddle into, sit at the front of the boat and let the rear weather vane behind you. This absolutely works.
One issue with that...Strong head winds can mean waves. Loading boat weight up front can make for a wet ride.
A balanced trim and proper paddling technique is a better choice in choppy water.