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Re: Boats for big feet
By:Chris Luneski
Date: 8/31/1999, 8:56 pm
In Response To: Boats for big feet (Barry)

> Chris,

> I have size 13 feet and with sandals I fit quite comfortably into my
> wife's CLC Chesapeake 16. So, any of the Chessies (17 and 18 foot) would
> probably work for you (unless ya got size 18!). Just an option _if_ you
> are not sold on the traditional greenland style.

> Barry

Barry,

With size 13 feet, you must be a pretty big guy. How does the 16 handle your size? I assume 16' would be lighter and more maneuverable than 17', which would be worth something to me.

BTW, CLC says they can alter cockpit size and height a bit for $50 extra.

Thanks for your help.

Chris Luneski

Messages In This Thread

response to Queen Charlotte post
Chris Luneski -- 8/27/1999, 4:23 am
Boats for big feet
Barry -- 8/31/1999, 2:36 pm
Re: Boats for big feet
Chris Luneski -- 8/31/1999, 8:56 pm
Re: Boats for big feet
Mike Hanks -- 8/31/1999, 9:41 pm
Re: response to Queen Charlotte post
Mike Hanks -- 8/27/1999, 10:06 am