Can dolphins create draft? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

leifo · 02-06-2012, 07:23 PM

Yesterday was a dream day. I did not catch my target, but it was productive for bait and some action on smaller species. I met some cool anglers all in the same pursuit. I saw whales, and like always the sea was alive. After about 12 hours of peddaling, paddling and casting (I only planned for 4) I found myself exhausted paddling against the current toward the launch. It was a battle that I did not prepare for with the proper food, water and rest. I also must mention that my doctor has warned me about over exertion, but I am not going to let that keep me from this new challenge of kayak fishing. Totally alone at the breaking point a pod of dolphins decided to join me. I mean literally join me. They swam with me crisscrossing, jumping and brushing against my outback. I could not believe it. I have seen dolphins and had many experiences with them but nothing like this. Their presence actually revived me and inspired me to keep going as strong as possible. The peddaling and paddling even seemed easier as well. They stayed with me for about 30 minutes practically to the launch. Last night they were in my dreams. Today, I told my students about it. One of them made an interesting point with a question: Could I have been drafting with their swimming force? I don't know, but their presence did improve my progress 100%. Any ideas? Leif

02-06-2012, 07:23 PM	#1
leifo Junior Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 16	Can dolphins create draft? Yesterday was a dream day. I did not catch my target, but it was productive for bait and some action on smaller species. I met some cool anglers all in the same pursuit. I saw whales, and like always the sea was alive. After about 12 hours of peddaling, paddling and casting (I only planned for 4) I found myself exhausted paddling against the current toward the launch. It was a battle that I did not prepare for with the proper food, water and rest. I also must mention that my doctor has warned me about over exertion, but I am not going to let that keep me from this new challenge of kayak fishing. Totally alone at the breaking point a pod of dolphins decided to join me. I mean literally join me. They swam with me crisscrossing, jumping and brushing against my outback. I could not believe it. I have seen dolphins and had many experiences with them but nothing like this. Their presence actually revived me and inspired me to keep going as strong as possible. The peddaling and paddling even seemed easier as well. They stayed with me for about 30 minutes practically to the launch. Last night they were in my dreams. Today, I told my students about it. One of them made an interesting point with a question: Could I have been drafting with their swimming force? I don't know, but their presence did improve my progress 100%. Any ideas? Leif