Re: [Paddlewise] Kayak entry system for sailboat

 Subject: [Paddlewise] Kayak entry system for sailboat
Good morning Corbett
You didn't say how large your sailboat is or what the beam is, but I have
found it most effecient to store the kayak on deck, then enter it by way of
swim ladder. Since your weight is supported by your arms I think it is a
more sure way to enter. Some time ago I made a PVC bracket which fit just
perfectly over the lower part of the swim ladder,(above and a little below
the water to prevent scratching the kayak. Once you do it a couple of times
its becomes easy, and you find all sorts of ladder type structure things you
can use to enter/exit your kayak. I found it easiest to use the side of the
boat rather than the transom, then assuming you are anchord into the wind,
the kayak isn't running away from you. Run your kayak bowline once around a
stantion and back to the cockpit so you can release it quickly once you are
seated and stable.
Patri


> Has anyone developed a kayak entry system for the transom of a sailboat. I
> am thinking of putting a cradle on the end of a swim ladder but would love
> to hear any other ideas. The goal is to provide enough stability to climb
> into the boat while remaining flexible enough so that it does not put
> excessive stress on the transom when there is chop.
> Thanks Corbett
>



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