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Re: calm sea competition kayak

Posted By: Nick Schade
Date: Monday, 8 February 1999, at 11:32 a.m.

In Response To: calm sea competition kayak (Colleen Mortzou)

I have not yet come across any really good resources for flat water racing kayaks. However, probably your biggest problem will be finding a boat small enough for a 14 year old. Boats are typically designed to be best suited for a paddler of a certain weight. If your son weights less than the average adult paddler, the boat will probably not perform up to its potential. Your best bet might be looking for boat designed for a small woman.

> I have been searching the internet for information, new designs and new
> ideas on kayaks suitable for calm sea compeition use. My 14 year old son
> is training to compete in the Greek nationals later this year and I am
> hoping to find THE kayak for his training and competition. I would be very
> grateful for any ideas and assistance. Thanks... Colleen

Messages In This Thread

calm sea competition kayak
Colleen Mortzou -- Sunday, 7 February 1999, at 12:38 p.m.

Re: calm sea competition kayak
Nick Schade -- Monday, 8 February 1999, at 11:32 a.m.

Racing Kayaks
Brian T. Cunningham -- Monday, 8 February 1999, at 7:15 p.m.

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