By Wendy Gronbeck
Michigan
When the current and wind kick up, it’s a workout, but I enjoy it. Feels very safe. I paddled clear out to Lake Michigan one day. Took an hour. Took 2-1/2 hrs to return as the wind came up. Brutal trip back. Lotsa good photography outings in the bayous. I can get it in and out of my Outback easily. Not always easy to get to the water without dragging it a bit. I much prefer solo paddling.
Read more about Kayak Touring »
Thanks Wendy,
Beautiful boat! 😀
Paddling against a counter current and/or frontal wind on the way back is hard, and it can get hazardous after dark. This is one of reasons why we think that having a motor on board, any motor, even a small electric motor, is a matter of safety, on top of the fun factor and being able to make longer trips.
Yoav
I have to agree with Yoav, Wendy. I also prefer paddling to motoring, but I’m doing it in warm, super shallow protected water down here in Florida. If I were to venture out into the Great Lakes, I want a motor as a backup, just in case you need it. You can get a small trolling motor with battery, or small gasoline powered outboard weighing little more than 30 lbs.