12 ft CLC Sassafras, 28" beam, 250 lb capacity. I get the impression it would really like to have that 250 lbs in it. My 180 dressed with gear leaves it barely stable. I don't mind, but I get blown around a bit. Single paddle I haven't quite worked out my position.

So. Double paddle my normal Greenland paddles aren't long enough, and might well have a low blade area or need to have more edge. It's a compromise. I have been plannindg to make one about 8" longer than for my kayak and just shy of 4" wide, with a relatively long, light loom. Not convinced this is ideal. Any suggestion?

I'm using mostly a Werner carbon blade plastic Euro paddle in it at the moment. It's perhaps a little short, but probably fine. If I use a bunch of waist twist I can really make it go, but I need to rig foot rest (I have some ideas).

So, anyone have experience building/using a paddle that works like a typical Greenland in a pack canoe? The lack of substantial tumblehome and 28" beam works against my normal paddling style a bit, but is OK if I sit on a cushion or two.

Single paddle I struggle with. Having a difficult time figuring a length and style. I have a 60" guide paddle, that sort of works. Some lengths of shovel paddles. A northwoods long paddle with side grips that feels like a utility pole in the little boat! I've been kneeling over a filled dry bag in the center. A bit much of a reach to the side. I've also been paddling with it rolled on its side a bit, but I loose directional stability when the ends lift (more weight in the boat might well help this). The boat doesn't have much rocker, but I can tell the ends are lifting anyway. Have been considering the Fishnell Quill.

Any suggestions for position, rigging, seat, paddle?

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Thanks so much