I don't know what you are talking about?
1.....If you have used a hobie for a long time...YOU ARE SPOILED! I was using Greg's long, sleek topedo looking kayak since mine is out for repairs. That thing was fast and about 12 inches wide. At the end of the day and the uphill battle to get back to shore my arms were screaming at me,
"You stupid idiot! What the hell? We don't work, we haven't worked out in years!"
Let's just say it was a multiple Advil night and I am typing this very gingerly.
My hat off to the guys that use that stick paddle thing, real men!
2.......So I am battling this 4 foot class Hali in the middle of Cabrillo..........YEAH RIGHT! Lets just say that a giant (12inch) wave surprised me and flipped my ass while crossing the channel. After Erick calls everyone to give them the funny news he helps collect all the floaties around me, I flip the kayak and climb back on that thin stick of plastic.
"Did anyone see it besides Erick?" Oh shit there is Greg with a smile on. Damn witnesses.
Where my pliers at? Crap
Where is my knife? Crap
Where is my sinker box? Crap
Where is my (the only unleashed rod) brand spanking new Black Gold 30? Crap
The water was a very comfortable 61 degrees.
I had my PFD on as always, so flipping back up was not a big deal, but just remember always be prepared and leash or stow even the smallest little items.
OH and I did NOT catch a fish.