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Material: Kayak Rudder Choices
By:Nathan M.
Date: 4/8/2009, 9:09 pm

I'm seeking opinions, good and bad, of a couple of different rudders I am considering to put on my first ever strip built kayak, a Guillemot L.

My first question was regarding the Smart Track rudder system; has anyone used it, and how does it actually perform? It sounds like it works great from what I've read, but I don't like the thought of a rudder that sticks up vertically when not deployed.

Another option I'm considering is the Smart Track foot braces and track combined with a Feathercraft rudder.

Or alternatively, just keeping it basic and use the Feathercraft complete rudder kit.

Any other helpful thoughts?

As always, thanks for the advice.

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Material: Kayak Rudder Choices
Nathan M. -- 4/8/2009, 9:09 pm
Re: Material: Kayak Rudder Choices
Dana Hager -- 4/11/2009, 8:59 am
Re: Material: Kayak Rudder Choices
Joy -- 4/10/2009, 8:28 am
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mike b -- 4/9/2009, 8:04 am
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Nathan M. -- 4/9/2009, 9:01 pm