Re: [Paddlewise] Day Hatch Organizing

I've gotta' question about day hatches!  When I was looking at kayaks, before I
bought the one I did, the question of day hatches and if I wanted one had to be
addressed.  I found for my advanced age and lack of flexibility I couldn't even
think of getting something from the day hatch without turning over.  Do you
rely on a second paddler to come stabilize you while you throw your center of
gravity so far off to the side that you'll capsize, while contorting your body
to see what you're doing?  Or is there a trick?

John Blackburn
"Old Guy"

Chuck Holst wrote:

> I've thought about making something like the moveable partitions in a
> camera case, but haven't actually done anything about it yet. The
> partitions would have to be fairly low, and the arrangement would have to
> be customized for the gear you normally carry.
>
> Another possibility would be to put small items in zipped pouches or
> drybags, possibly differentiated by feel. I have partly implemented the
> latter plan by putting my old home-made deck bag and cockpit side pocket,
> both of which started life as accessory side pockets for a backpack, in my
> day hatch. One holds binoculars, notebook, pencil, film, etc. The other
> holds spare batteries, emergency flashlight, Krill light, pee bottle, sun
> block, insect repellent, spare Croaky, snack, etc.
>

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