Proof that drafting works

Proof, right there that drafting does work...
If we want answers on controversial issues in stand up paddling, then looking at nature is always best.

While the following picture will not tell us how many percent of your total energy you can save by drafting Paul Jackson down the Currumbin river, it does tell you that there's obviously some merit to sitting on the guy in fronts wake. 


This pic comes from Slovenian girl Manca Notar, who's been hanging out in Maui a lot lately, kiting, windsurfing and stand up paddling. She's living the dream, and if she continues the way she's been performing lately, she'll be up on the podium a lot more often! 

As for the hard facts about drafting, you'll have to read the Seabreeze.com.au forums for more.

Right now, all we've got for you is some ducks paddling in a straight line...