Monthly Archives: December 2009

Two canoeists start paddling at the same time and head toward a small island in a lake.?

Canoeist 1 paddles with a speed of 1.35m/s at an angle of 45 degrees north of east. Canoeist 2 starts on the opposite shore a distance of 1.5km due east of the canoeist 1. a) In what direction relative to … Continue reading

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how do i identify my weber carb and where can i get some choke paddles for it some donut took them out?

got a 1.6 crossflow in mk1 escort recently purchased, had problems starting from cold. garage informs me the choke paddles have been removed from twin weber . any ideas on replacing would be great. The serial numbers should be down … Continue reading

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How do you work the paddle shifters in a Honda Fit Sport?

I have never driven a manual car and my understanding of shifting gears is small. I picked up a Honda Fit Sport, but I’m not sure how to work the Paddle shifters? Check the owners manual.

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How fast can a tandem canoe be paddled sustainably?

Obviously there are variables. I am talking about two middle aged, medium build men in good condition, on flat water, without wind and 100 pounds of gear. I’d say about 4-6 mph (based on my experience in sea kayaks, going … Continue reading

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can you paddle a tandem kayak by yourself?

i am looking at buying a kayak, but not sure whether to get a tandem or a single one. is it hard to paddle by yourself? It is possible to paddle a tandem kayak solo. Usually you’ll sit in the … Continue reading

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Is getting hit by a wood stick child abuse?

Okay. I am 13. My uncle gets mad at me and hit me with this stick I don`t know what is called is like a wood paddle but smaller. (like the boat paddle) But he hit me in the Butt … Continue reading

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what are the paddles marines get as a reminder for their battalion when they leave the unit?

when a marine left my husbands unit, they gave him a paddle with his name and battalion and other info on it. He loved it and i would like to get the same for my husband. He was in a … Continue reading

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Are we all just floating around without paddles? Or do some of us at least have sticks?

I think we pick and choose when we want to pick up a paddle ,We have the ability, we just use it when it suits us! Peace!

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Aluminum canoe–Does anyone know the best way to prep and paint it? What about the wooden paddles?

I just inherited a 15 ft aluminum canoe with wooden paddles. The paddles are in pretty good shape, just need a little tlc. What little paint is left on the canoe is faded, and there is none at all left … Continue reading

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How do I get my second Wii paddle to work?

I just got the Wii system. The first paddle worked no problem. The second one I put the batteries in and the lights didn’t turn on or anything. I tried new batteries and everything but it didn’t help. I exchanged … Continue reading

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