footpegs >Bob Denton's glued foam could be the hi-tech solution! because it removes >the possibility of blowing out a bulkhead from foot pressure on foam blocks. > besides corrosion proof, plastic may flexes more than some metals and thus plastic may help to reduce stresses on the hull at bolt fastener points. that is plastic distributes the load better. are al sliders associated with increased risk of stress fatigue on kevlar/fiberglass/plastic hulls? is glued foam desireable for single use boats, whereas al sliders are more desireable for multi-user boats? lots of factors to be considered.... *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.gasp-seakayak.net/paddlewise/ ***************************************************************************Received on Tue Jan 26 1999 - 03:22:02 PST
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