> Couple of questions: > > 1. Manufactures and reviewers give maximum feet size that fit comfortably in > their kayaks. With a sloping foredeck, doesn't the longer your legs get, the > less accommodating the kayak becomes to a bigger foot size? Or, do all > manufactures have an optimal, average bulkhead placement, and that's where > the recommendation for foot placement and maximum size comes from? Also, > maximum foot size doesn't seem to account for footwear, which can add a fair > bit of length to your feet with some of these more aggressive water shoes > being sold. > > 2. Are folks locating their spare paddle halves on their foredecks or rear > deck. I understand the advantages and disadvantages, but was wondering what > the bulk of kayakers do. > > Doug Lloyd > Victoria BC I just ignored footsize and tested to see if my feet in my normal paddling footwear fit. As to the spare paddle, I place mine under the bungies on the rear deck. That way, when a wave washes it away, I won't notice and get all upset. -- Darryl *************************************************************************** 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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