I am new to the forum and was wondering how long before I can paddle well in the ocean in a surf ski. I recently bought a used Epic V10 Sport and think the boat is great. I can paddle in a lake with a small chop one foot or so and can pretty much remount the boat but at some point really want to feel comfortable in the Ocean with 3 or 4 foot seas.
I have white water kayak and sea kayak quite a bit and have an X Par Missile that I have only used on small chop in the lake. Taking a 19 inch wide boat and feeling comfortable or safe in 3 or 4 foot seas is something I want to do. I would be comfortable in my Solstice Sea Kayak but wondering how long in terms of time spent or years it might take a motivated person willing to put the time in to it. I realize it is not easy but was looking for encouragement. I live in Maine and used to a Dry Suit and being safe. Any ideas much appreciated.
Thank you
Peter
I have white water kayak and sea kayak quite a bit and have an X Par Missile that I have only used on small chop in the lake. Taking a 19 inch wide boat and feeling comfortable or safe in 3 or 4 foot seas is something I want to do. I would be comfortable in my Solstice Sea Kayak but wondering how long in terms of time spent or years it might take a motivated person willing to put the time in to it. I realize it is not easy but was looking for encouragement. I live in Maine and used to a Dry Suit and being safe. Any ideas much appreciated.
Thank you
Peter