: So that's what real sea kayakers paddle. No wonder nobody takes me seriously!
:

: Is that what you and Duane drive to the waterfront on the way to one of your
: big crossings? Sounds like the last channel islands crossings trip was
: tough on joints!! How's your forearm?

: Shawn

No, we don't drive a Lexus to the launch sites, however, I'm sure it would be nice.

I'm sad to admit that I've only used the coastal for the San Pedro/Catalina crossing. The last Channel Islands crossings I did was done in plastic because of the rocky landings of some of the islands. Duane (aka Mr. Plastic) used fiberglass. Also, the coastal is fairly low volume for a 8 day paddling trip.

The fore arm is back 100%. All pain was gone within a week due to icing EVERY night for about 1 hour. Its great! It would be nice to complete the intended trip to Santa Barbara Island (37NM crossing) in the Coastal, but haven't committed to doing it yet.