Normal forward strokes can be used like a brace. I think that's why paddling hard is important in big water and when crossing serious eddy lines.
Maybe I'm not answering your question, and I'm not sure what you'd call that, but no-- it is not a bad thing.
Good Luck,
Mac Cooper
Maybe I'm not answering your question, and I'm not sure what you'd call that, but no-- it is not a bad thing.
Good Luck,
Mac Cooper