Guys:

The trick to a good telescoping tiller is you MUST clean them EVER time you use them. IF sand are dirt gets in they WILL lock up. Fill the bath tub with water and put a little dish soap at cork end. Pump till all the crap is out. Mine is going on 7 years and just as good as new.

Doug Snell
Hobie 17
"Stress Free" #007

P.S. With wings I have no choice. Must be adjustable!!