On 20-Sep-2004, bdubya wrote:

I'm thinking the best fix would be to retrofit a rudder,

The best thing would be to get a kayak that doesn't need a
rudder.

Some kayaks have a rudder because that's what sells and others
because they can't be used without one. The Current Designs
Solstice models have rudders but don't need them. The Perception
Shadow has a rudder because it's very hard to control in wind
without one. If the Solstice rudder breaks, the kayak can still
be paddled. If the Shadow rudder breaks, the paddler is in
trouble.

I've never paddled a Cape Lookout, but if it _needs_ a rudder,
you'd be better off with another kayak.

Mike