: I recently posted about getting blown all over the lake by the wind on my
: maiden voyage. As suggested, I added some cargo weight and tried again.
: The difference was amazing! I filled two 2-liters with water and added it
: to bow, one 2-liter in stern. Can't be more than 15 or so lbs, but
: definately made a big, noticable difference. . .
: . . . It seems to require a load for
: good tracking. When I'm out this summer on extended camping trips, no
: doubt I will appreciate that.

: DC

Please, just ignore this if I am being too personal, but could you tell us how much do you weigh? It sounds like a person who was 12 to 20 pounds heavier would not need the ballast, while one who was lighter should probably carry an anchor with them.

Thanks

PGJ