In a message dated 11/20/1998 4:20:21 PM EST, pmaun_at_bitstream.net writes: << I'm thinking of some quick-release system that would keep the GPS taunt on skirt so it wouldn't interfere with rolling, surf, attacking river otters, but could also be removed quickly and stowed so it wouldn't interfere with a paddlefloat re-entry. >> Maybe this idea will help. I use my GPS (Magellan 4000XLS) in a deep woods situation and it has to be properly oriented to be able to "see" as many satellites aspossible as the foilage is disrupting the radio signals it receives. I toyed around and found that it worked just right on my shoulder! I got some Velcro strips and glued one to the back of it and several to various coats, vests and parkas. I finally found a use for epaulets! I simply loop the strap over my head for a "just in case it comes loose, it won't hit the ground" deal and fasten it to my shoulder. Works great! You could sticky glue some velcro to the waterproof case you keep it in and sew and seal some velcro patches to your spray skirt. This could be done in several places so you can also attach various other items you might like handy as flashlight, water bottle, etc. The list and application is endless. Space Shuttle personnel do this to keep their things where they need them. What works in space is bound to work for a "spaced out paddler" like us kayakers. John *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.gasp-seakayak.net/paddlewise/ ***************************************************************************
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