RE: [Paddlewise] dry vs wet entry (seal launching)

From: Kirk Olsen <paddlewise_at_fastmail.fm>
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2002 11:46:57 UT
On Sun, 10 Nov 2002 06:27:55 +1100, "PeterO" <rebyl_kayak_at_iprimus.com.au>
said:
> I've seen dedicated boat owners out here put what looks like a fine
> stretch
> fabric stocking over their boats before removing them from the water to
> avoid scratches, these were racing boats and apparently scratches can
> slow them down.

Scratches plus UV is bad for the ungelcoated boats.

Once on the beach stuff sticks to the boat so putting the bag on before
the boat touches the ground works best.  I tend to move the boat straight
from the water to the car, then put the bag on while it's on the car.


Kirk
4 boats in bags
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