Re: [Paddlewise] Swamped rear compartment-Plastic

> From: Strosaker_at_aol.com

> The only reason plastic kayaks may have leaking bulkheads more often is 
> because of the abuse these kayaks take.  Many of them are very old and have 
> been stacked, sat on, stored improperly, and left out side to weather and 
> bake in the sun, while fiberglass kayaks are treated like precious china. 

I've wondered if this isn't the case.  I've not had any problems with
leaky bulkheads in my Sea Lion.  I'm not particularly careful with it
but not particularly hard on it either.  I've rolled it in surf, paddled
in rough water, practiced self rescue and never had the bulkheads leak.
But if they ever do, I'll just reseal them.

Cheers,

Jackie


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