: I paddled one briefly at a CLC demo a few years back. My recollection is that
: it tracks like a train, so I'd have to believe that a rudder would be a
: good idea. I don't recall any particular stability problems; it was
: comfortable to paddle. I do remember trying to talk someone out of
: building one to use as a fast touring kayak. The Pax20 is a pure racing
: boat.

: Mike

I've got a fast touring boat, actually two. The Pax20 for me would be an exercise boat. I'd be tempted to build it with a surfski cockpit too, then you don't have to play with a big floppy nylon skirt.

At my age and fitness level I'm not racing anyone unless someone comes up with slow races . It's just easier to get a full bod workout with a race style boat with a big cockpit that allows correct leg movement that's a bit hard to do with my tiny greenland cockpits on the other boats.

Bill H.

Bill H.