[Paddlewise] Question regarding WW kayaks for bigger people??

From: Saul Kinderis <saul_at_isomedia.com>
Date: Sun, 13 Jun 1999 19:51:56 -0700
I recently bought a nice used Perception Pirouette S from another
paddlewiser. The boat is fun to play in, but I seem to have a bit of a
problem with fit. I have moved the foot braces all the way forward and
trimmed down the foam on the backrest, so I fit OK.

The problem is that their isn't enough clearance between the top and the
bottom of the boat to allow my feet to fit very well (I gave up on the idea
of shoes fitting at all). Even in bare feet I have to leave my feet jammed
in at a weird angle and it isn't very comfortable.

I'm not all that big at 6'2", 200lbs, size 11 feet, but my inseam is 38"
which means it's about 47-48" from the back of my butt to my heel.

Does anyone have suggestions other than trimming my feet to size 8?

Is it feasible to put in a taller center "post" on this type of boat?

Are there other WW boats more suited to larger paddlers?

Thanks in advance - Saul

Saul Kinderis
saul_at_isomedia,com
My new web page is at:  http://www.isomedia.com/homes/saul
(425)402-3426
POB 2221, Bothell, WA, 98041

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