[Paddlewise] 3-piece NDK Explorer

From: Wolf, Mike <michael.wolf_at_medtronic.com>
Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 10:03:19 -0600
Does anyone have any experience with one of these?  Same/similar performance to the one piece (I paddle a light weight Explorer)? extra weight? Do the 3 pieces connect solidly?  Ever experience leaking, stress cracking at the 4-bolt bulkhead connections, loosening of connections on long trips or rough water? Just as important, how does it handle going through airports?  As one is usually allowed 2 standard suitcases, it seems that the three kayak sections are large enough that significant $ charges could result from their oversized bags, and the fact that there is a 3rd bag. I was also wondering if a 3-piece 16-ft Romany offers any great advantage in terms of managing the bag sizes.  
Thanks,  
Mike
michael.wolf_at_medtronic.com
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