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Got to try the kneeler in my Kee today. Best I've ever felt solo!
I think because of the side profile I felt much better heeling my Kee than a narrow solo boat. I found it worked best for me to stay only slightly heeled going straight and then lean it right to the rail to turn... I'm sure others would keep it right at the rail but I felt it was too spinny for me like that.
I was unsure it was going to be a good solo canoe but I had a more experienced paddler go out in it and he really liked it as well.
I also find it easier to get in and out of and get my feet under this thwart than a solo seat. Probably not as comfortable for the long haul but definitely a good way to start off.
Wind is a major issue though. Even a slight breeze in such a light, relatively high profile boat with the weight near center had me leaning forward and struggling to keep my track. I think a little ballast in the boat with me wouldn't be a bad idea.
Seen as how I can carry this beast, the paddle(s) and my pack in one shot, it could be taken on a solo trip... I may reconsider my previous claim that I will only use it for diddling around.
Oh and I wore my water shoes and my toes incurred no more kevlar damage!
I think because of the side profile I felt much better heeling my Kee than a narrow solo boat. I found it worked best for me to stay only slightly heeled going straight and then lean it right to the rail to turn... I'm sure others would keep it right at the rail but I felt it was too spinny for me like that.
I was unsure it was going to be a good solo canoe but I had a more experienced paddler go out in it and he really liked it as well.
I also find it easier to get in and out of and get my feet under this thwart than a solo seat. Probably not as comfortable for the long haul but definitely a good way to start off.
Wind is a major issue though. Even a slight breeze in such a light, relatively high profile boat with the weight near center had me leaning forward and struggling to keep my track. I think a little ballast in the boat with me wouldn't be a bad idea.
Seen as how I can carry this beast, the paddle(s) and my pack in one shot, it could be taken on a solo trip... I may reconsider my previous claim that I will only use it for diddling around.
Oh and I wore my water shoes and my toes incurred no more kevlar damage!
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