Re: [Paddlewise] Sea Sock?

> Sea socks are most often used in kayaks without bulkheads.
> They're of
> limited value if you have a low volume cockpit. But they do
> keep sand and
> grit out of the cockpit if that is a problem.
> 
> Craig


Pam posted some useful instructions about how a sea sock is used.  These were helpful.

I was actually pondering the sea sock as a safety item for cold weather paddling.  Air temperatures are finally warming here, but the water is still very cold (in 30F to 35F range).  It appears that the sea sock may not make that big a difference on a boat with bulkheads.  It could actually make things more difficult.

I found it interesting that there were only a couple of companies that actually offered sea socks.  IT appears that they are not a popular item right now.  Perhaps they have been made redundant by current kayak design and construction?

Derek
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