Re: [Paddlewise] Smaller (15") cockpits of Feathercraft

From: Jeff <jkayak_at_sopoint.com>
Date: Fri, 14 Feb 2003 01:59:18 -0500
>Owners or paddlers of K-light or "small" Kahuna (with 15 x 31" cockpit) -
>how do you feel getting in and sitting there?

I started with a K-Light and now have a Big Kahuna. I am 6'2" so getting in
and out of the K-Light was often an adventure. But it was possible. The
width doesn't seem to make much difference. The increased length of the Big
Kahuna makes it much easier to stuff the legs into the cockpit with removing
all the skin from the shins.

The Big Kahuna is easier, but I have problems with shin and calve discomfort
from the front crossrib. This winter I have wrapped the front crossrib in
foam (pipe insulation) to solve this problem. Haven't tested it on the water
yet, but it feels better in the apartment!

I would agree with Ralph Diaz that you should sit in both sizes prior to
buying. 

Jeff

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