MB....the only reason I was out in a 30 mph that day was ignorance/borderline stupidity and I must possess a high bladder to brain ratio!  BUT I did manage to paddle north to south down Royd lake in WCPP two years ago into a very stiff south wind with the old two blader and maintain some sense of dignity.  So contrary to what some folks say, I do have the ability to learn!
Later.......Mike