Activity for Ross Millikanâ€
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A: Why are we moving in circles with a tandem kayak? The tandems I have seen have rudders, not skegs, because people find them hard to turn without one. Depending on the type of rudder, it can be easy to set it so it is turned when your feet are in normal position. That will lead to the boat turning as you report. Make sure the rudder is centered wh... (more) |
— | almost 5 years ago |
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A: Cargo capacity of a kayak Roughly speaking, you can carry twice as much in a sea kayak as you can backpacking. There are expedition boats with larger capacity. It takes some doing to get it in the hatches. You waste some space because much of it has to go in dry bags. We did a four day trip in mostly doubles and had plenty of... (more) |
— | almost 5 years ago |
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A: Hiking: How to start? For any sport, my answer is you have to do it. Get out there and try! I kayak, hike, road bike, have windsurfed, etc. Get the minimal gear-for hiking you probably have comfortable soft soled shoes. I hate hiking with anything in my hands, so a daypack is wonderful to carry lunch, water, and a few ... (more) |
— | over 8 years ago |