I learned that kayaking and rushing is a terrible combination! I learned that it’s a very bad arrangement to have to catch up with other paddlers. Hard to do and not fun.
At the same time, I learned that kayaking with a bunch of friendly strangers can be really fun.
Just start out together or go another day.
Jane's Lessons Learned 
Going to the gym in a rush stinks too. What really can’t wait another 10 minutes or .5 miles, whatever comes first?