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Strip: Retrofit rudder for Guillemot
By:Phil
Date: 6/10/2017, 12:44 pm

Hi All,

After spending an afternoon in 2-3' waves in SF Bay yesterday, I was told I should get a rudder. I built the Guillemot design 3 years ago and have had a real good time in the calmer waters around SF bay. I'd like to be prepared for the waves next time. A couple of questions:

Is there a retrofit style or suggestion that doesn't take away from the boats beauty?
Is a rudder really a must if I'm paddling with other rudder equipped kayaks?

Best regards,

Phil

Messages In This Thread

Strip: Retrofit rudder for Guillemot
Phil -- 6/10/2017, 12:44 pm
Re: Strip: Retrofit rudder for Guillemot
JohnAbercrombie -- 6/10/2017, 4:50 pm
Re: Strip: Retrofit rudder for Guillemot
Mark N -- 6/13/2017, 5:13 pm