[Paddlewise] Feet Asleep

From: Edward F Luty <eluty_at_juno.com>
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 1998 00:59:43 -0400
Hey everyone,
	I was wondering if anyone has any ideas as to how I can keep my
feet from falling asleep while paddling a kayak.
	I'm a newbie, beem paddling less than a year & don't have my own
kayak yet. So I rent one when I can afford it and so have only about 20
hours of time on the water.
	Here's my problem: after paddling for about an hour, my feet fall
asleep. I've tried repositioning the foot braces from a point of my legs
being almost straight to extremely bent & everywhere in between. Nothing
seems to help. Am I doing something wrong, or am I just not used to being
in this position for long periods of time, or does the boat not "fit" me?
Should I try another boat?
	I'm 6ft & 175lbs. The boat I have been using is a plastic
Sealution.
	Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks!

Ed

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