To all: Thanks for all the ideas. I think I solved the problem by a trip to a local hardware store that has 2 inch wide, approx 1/16 inch thick, non-abrasive, self-adhering textured rubber tape. It's a 3M product intended for stair treads, with great friction wet or dry. Cost me about $3. Evan Dallas Woodinville, Washington >Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2005 08:28:21 +0200 >From: Tord Eriksson <tord_at_tord.nu> >Subject: Re: [Paddlewise] Slippery kayak cart >Most rubber types get very slippery when wet, >so you have to test first! >Tord, >professional driver > On Thursday 31 March 2005 04.48, you wrote: >> Good idea! I was going to suggest getting the rubber from a rubber >> sales company but you can't get anything cheaper than a mouse pad. Prob. >> FREE if you look hard enough : ) >> >> -----Original Message----- >> >> How about buying a couple of cheap mouse pads? Contact cement them on >> upside down (so the grippy side is towards the boat.) Just an idea. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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