[Paddlewise] Sprayskirt protection

From: Mark Mastalski <mastalski_at_engr.wisc.edu>
Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2001 08:22:27 -0600
I would just like to add my .02 cents worth regarding sprayskirts.  There 
are certain boats that are infamous for chewing up skirts.  One is the 
Romany.  I have seen even the most robustly designed kevlar-reinforced 
sprayskirts absolutely shredded after just a few weeks.  Be sure to get in 
the habit of checking out your cockpit combing.  Run your fingers around 
the edge and make sure there isn't any loose fiberglass or sharp 
edges.  It's a good idea to take some sandpaper and run it along the 
underside of the combing to smooth out corners.  Hopefully this will 
alleviate some of the punctures people are experiencing.

Mark Mastalski  

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