Re: [Paddlewise] Stability Discussion

From: Dave Kruger <dkruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2001 13:01:31 -0800
Wayne Smith wrote:

> Next time out,  I plan on removing the seat all together - Sit directly on the
> bottom of the boat - I am not experienced too much - What say you on this
> proposal ??

That's where my tush is on my hardshells -- with minicell foam padding to flesh
out the remainder of the "seat."  Been paddling that way for over five years.

Caveat:  a quarter-inch-thick layer of neoprene or similar down there is a good
idea, to minimize conduction of heat away from yourself.  My 3 mm wetsuit is
not enough, sometimes, so I occ. supplement with a Thermarest seat cushion,
partially inflated, when the water temp drops below 42 F or so.

-- 
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
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