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Re: Razor-Billed Auk

Posted By: Nick Schade
Date: Thursday, 25 February 1999, at 10:28 a.m.

In Response To: Razor-Billed Auk (Shawn Baker)

Until I try one, I can't be sure, but it was designed to go fast straight, not turn all that well. A leaned turn will undoubtibly help coax it around in a turn.

I think it would be a fun expedition boat once you are used to it. A load of gear will give it a more solid stability, but I don't think it would be a relaxing design.

> Nick- I just looked at your Drawing Board. The Razor Billed Auk just looks
> like a boat that wants to GO! How well do you think it will turn--should
> it be able to do a leaned turn well?

> It looks like it tracks like a train and those fine ends really look fast.
> I'd bet it would be a good long distance expedition kayak.

> Shawn

Messages In This Thread

Razor-Billed Auk
Shawn Baker -- Wednesday, 24 February 1999, at 11:19 a.m.

Re: Razor-Billed Auk
Nick Schade -- Thursday, 25 February 1999, at 10:28 a.m.

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