Re: [Paddlewise] Suggestions for a Seatback

Steve wrote:

>I just replaced the Current Designs backband in my Gulfstream (it finally
>died after several years of good service) with an NSI adjustable anatomical
>support back band. The touring model was too big IMHO (it sticks up above
>the cockpit), so I opted for the whitewater version.

I thought I'd replace my fairly new CD Gulstream backband with something a 
bit larger and stiffer. It seemed to me that the CD backband was a tad bit 
too flimsy, and rode terribly low on the back. So I opted for a Bomber Gear 
backband (not the Wicked). I had to shorten up the buckle end of one of the 
two straps; but otherwise, it seemed a perfect match. The straps even had 
sturdy grommets, which were missing on the CD band.

Turns out, I haven't got the market cornered on cleverness just yet :)

The BG band sure feels different. It's stiffer for sure, and that alone 
would be OK. But it feels like it cuts right into my back (and this is with 
me wearing 5mm neo wetsuit!). I must have it adjusted wrong, so I'll have 
to experiment. Or perhaps I should have gone with the Wicked model? The 
funny-looking post contraption on the rear of the Wicked scared me away. 
What would I do with that?

I was so excited with the potential of the BG band at first, but now I'm 
thinking I should have left well enough alone. CD might just know what 
their doing!

Cheers

Tom LeTourneau
Wells, Maine

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