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Originally Posted by Hammerhead_77

if the paddle is the answer, I need to:
1. get a longer paddle
2. learn how to paddle


Although I somewhat suspect that the PA is like trying to row a barge...

I would think that you are right! It would be like trying to paddle a barge. I think you should get a better quality (not Hobie) paddle for emergencies. The other idea is get a sail for it. Probably cheaper and certainly move you faster. Then all you have to learn is how to sail.