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Deamon · 05-20-2011, 09:30 AM

I launch out with the mirage drive tied up inside and not used. Paddling out has not been a prob for me.

I come in with the rudder strapped up, mirage drive in use while I use the paddle mostly to keep the boat pointed STRAIGHT or slightly on edge. I can't imagine not using the paddle (rudder only) in the 2-2 1/2' foot breakers when coming in. Once the yak starts turning if you don't immediately correct positioning, the next wave will do you. Small waves no prob...you just look a bit silly going in sideways and leaning backwards.

05-20-2011, 09:30 AM	#4
Deamon Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,972	I launch out with the mirage drive tied up inside and not used. Paddling out has not been a prob for me. I come in with the rudder strapped up, mirage drive in use while I use the paddle mostly to keep the boat pointed STRAIGHT or slightly on edge. I can't imagine not using the paddle (rudder only) in the 2-2 1/2' foot breakers when coming in. Once the yak starts turning if you don't immediately correct positioning, the next wave will do you. Small waves no prob...you just look a bit silly going in sideways and leaning backwards.