Hey Jimbo-
  Good to hear from you. Minneapolis is fine without you for now. All you are missing weather wise is rain and wind and temps back in the 40's. Actually I guess that's not all that bad for March.
   Hey I went paddling this weekend also. Not sure it is as exotic as Costa Rica, but you know what it has a charm and character all its own.
    A freind and I paddled the Minnesota River outside of Mankato on Saturday. He has a Prism solo I have been considering for a solo of my own. I paddled his and he borrwed a freind of his Prism. We had a great time. First time I have ever paddled in Minnesota in March. And I actually was sweating as temps were in the upper 50's, fog and extremely humid-Man did that feel good!
    The Prism is a nice solo for a big guy with his gear for his trip. I am strongly considering it for my purchase and need to thank my buddy Wunita for his hospitality.