Re: [Paddlewise] Seat Cushions

From: Dave Kruger <dkruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Sep 1998 06:26:34 -0700
KiAyker_at_aol.com wrote:
> 
> In a message dated 9/21/98 6:16:46 PM Pacific Daylight Time, dfarkas_at_en.com
> writes:
> 
> << I have been looking for a seat/back cushion for days when we're out for
>  long periods of time.  Anybody have any recommendations for one or the
>  other or combination? >>
> 
>     Several years ago I began having some lower back pains when in my kayak
> for long periods of time. On a hunch I ripped out the seat back and replaced
> it with a back band. What a difference!!!! I cannot recomend back bands over
> seat backs enough. I can't tell you exactly how it works, but boy howdy, it
> really works well.

I had a similar experience.  Add my endorsement to Scott's -- and when
you install it, make sure it is at the correct height for lumbar
support.  In most yaks that's easy, because it is almost impossible to
get it too high.

-- 
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
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