Re: [Paddlewise] Query: Move Seat on Dagger Cortez ??

From: Gary J. MacDonald <garyj_at_rogers.com>
Date: Thu, 05 Jun 2003 11:59:26 -0400
Peter Cragg wrote:

> I am 
> 6 ft, 30 inch inseam and size 10 wide feet,

6'2" but 35.5 inseam.  My sz 9.5 feet aren't too bad, but that inseam is 
tough for fitting into a kayak.

> Local dealer (Southwest Paddlesports) traded in the Callisto for a new 
> Cortez.  Boat fits nice.  Does not want to track straight (use the 
> rudder) and primary stability is poor, while secondary stability in 
> great.  You will enjoy the boat and grow into it.

I brailed the hull, and it your description fits my expectation w.r.t. 
stability.  I think I'll get the boat, but I am more than a bit worried 
about the balance effect of moving the seat back.

Further opinions on moving the seat??  Please??

GaryJ
-- 
Director, Family Canoeing Centre
Recreational canoeing courses for the whole family.

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