Re: [Paddlewise] Heel Pads

From: Brian Curtiss <bc_at_asdi.com>
Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2007 18:59:47 -0600
Goffma_at_aol.com wrote:
>What you want is called "closed cell" foam.  It doesn't get  waterlogged.  It
>is often used to fit out kayaks, particularly white water  boats, so you
>should be able to find it at a store that caters to that  crowd...

The 'skins' from a closed cell foam block works even better:

http://kayakoutfitting.com/details.php?pageID=2.1 (bottom of page)

They have a tough upper surface that stands up to wear better than 
unprotected closed-cell foam foam.

Brian
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