RE: [Paddlewise] Sea Lion Rudder Mods

> OK let me see if I can clarify.  I would like to see if anyone has addressed
> the issue of having the rudder-steering footpegs slide toward the stern into
> a position that isn't reachable by the toes.  
> 
> For example, on one occasion I stretched my legs out in front of me (taking
> my feet off the pegs), and when I went to return to my footing I
> accidentally hit the back of one of the pegs and sent it sliding toward the
> stern.   I narrowly got my footing back before having to brace for a wave.  

Thanks, Joe.  I understand this.  I agree an elastic cord would help but
not sure I'd use a bungie cord with hooks.  I've had more than a couple fail 
on me and don't think I'd like to be whacked on the leg by one :-)  But I've 
made a large "rubber band" out of the cord by tying two ends together sans 
the hooks and use it for holding my rudder in place during transport.  I
just don't trust those hooks 8-}  

Cheers, 

Jackie
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