Re: [Paddlewise] Sprayskirt Question

From: Jennifer Pivovar <jpivovar_at_headwinds.org>
Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2007 09:54:07 -0500
Hi Mark.  I struggled with this too, until I learned to bring my boat to
the shop and test-fit skirts until I got one that was REALLY TIGHT. 
Even better if you get a WW one with the sticky rand. Sea-kayak neo
skirts tend to not be so grippy, I think. But do be sure you're
comfortable with the bail-out procedure before you really need it :).

> 1. If doing no rolling or deep edging should I be dry in the neoprene
> skirt?

Totally

> 2. Could clothing contact with the bottom of the skirt be causing some
> kind of wicking action?

Should not

> 3. Is there a wrong way to wear a sprayskirt that would cause water to
> be wicked under the skirt?

Loosely

> 4. Should a properly fitted neoprene skirt keep you completely dry 
> when doing edging with the cockpit rim under water?  

Yes!

PS - I used to have a QCC 600 too.  I ended up with a mountain surf
skirt.  No affiliation, it just worked.
-- 
  Jennifer Pivovar
  jpivovar_at_headwinds.org
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