I have to ask though, is the storm paddle your primary, and you keep the euro on the rear deck for emergencies?

: Hello,

: I'd like to introduce myself to you folks. My name is Bill Pendlebury and I'm
: just starting my first strip-built kayak, a 14' Great Auk for my wife
: Becky. I built 2 Pygmy kits a few years ago, but this forum has convinced
: me to try my hand at a stripper. I've posted a few times in the past, but
: mostly just lurked, gaining much knowlege in the process. I'd like to say
: thanks for what I've learned thus far and will continue to learn in the
: future.

: Our Pygmys are pictured below.

: Bill