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Re: how about foam seat?

Posted By: Tim Mattson
Date: Sunday, 12 May 2002, at 3:58 p.m.

In Response To: Re: how about foam seat? (Alex M)

I rebuilt the cockpit for my seda glider using the existing backband and closed cell foam. It took a while to get everything right, but its worth it. I have never sat in a more comfortable kayak since its carved exactly to fit my body.

Closed cell foam is easy to work with. Once I had the shape right, I covered the seat and the supporting "leg ramps" with a thin layer of neoprene to give is a professional look and durable surface.

I am in the process of doing a similar rebuilding job for my looksha sport.

If you are at all uncomfortable in your cockpit, you owe it to yourself to customize your own cockpit. If a total klutz like me can do it, anyone can.

--Tim

Messages In This Thread

where you sit reviews
LeeG -- Sunday, 12 May 2002, at 11:39 a.m.

Re: how about foam seat?
Alex M -- Sunday, 12 May 2002, at 2:53 p.m.

Re: how about foam seat?
Tim Mattson -- Sunday, 12 May 2002, at 3:58 p.m.

Re: leg ramps
Alex M -- Sunday, 12 May 2002, at 4:38 p.m.

Re: how about foam seat? *Pic*
John Leonard -- Monday, 13 May 2002, at 4:58 p.m.

Re: foam seat carving
Shawn Baker -- Tuesday, 14 May 2002, at 8:57 a.m.

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