i wonder if a greenland paddle would have been better in day after day of heavy wind conditions.

: Just passing this along from Bryan's site: I begin this post by saying thank
: to everyone for all their support throughout this journey. The trip has
: been a year in the making filled with excitement and planning. Bryan has
: worked hard to make it all happen. As we all know, sometimes things are
: out of our hands. After a series of events of bad luck, including
: equipment failure, bad weather, snow, statistically the windiest season
: the last five years, Bryan has developed tendon problems in both his
: forearms. It has been a hard decision but Bryan has decided to suspend the
: trip so that he will not cause permanent damage.

: Bryan took time off two weeks ago to repair the kayak and to help rest his
: arms in hopes that both problems would be fixed after a week of rest.
: Strong winds and waves aggravated the condition and despite the time
: healing, his forearms were unable to fully heal, causing them to become
: worse instead. He has begun physical therapy this week to help begin
: feeling better.

: In the three weeks on the water, he experienced wonderful support and
: kindness from so many of you! The latest support came from Matt and
: Hannah, who will be paddling Lake Superior in the next week. We wish them
: all our best and hope we are able to return some of the support and
: kindness that Bryan experienced.

: Bryan is home now working on healing. He is doing well and is looking forward
: to healing his arms and getting off the vitamin I. We hope for a speedy
: recovery and that the news from the doctor will be helpful. Thank you
: again for all that you have done for us over the past year.

: Ilena