: There's no way that I would ever want something like that on my
: foredeck, as it looks perfect for splitting one's forehead open
: or knocking one's teeth out. With that thing on your deck,
: you're literally one wave away from major reconstructive
: surgery. No thanks. Besides, paddling is supposed to be
: exercise. If I didn't want tired muscles, I'd sit at home and
: watch videos of other people paddling. ;-)

That was pretty much my thought too, looks like a great way to hurt yourself. And...if you get tired holding up the paddle I think a little exercise is in order, it's not like the paddle is heavy.

Bill H.