> I am just learning to roll and have noticed that the further you can lean
> back on the aft deck, the easier it is to snap your hips. In my Chesapeake
> 17, leaning back on the deck is impossible for me (I’m 6’2”, weigh 185).

I'm 6'-6",185, and have the exact same problem. I made it a bit more comfortable by rounding over the edge of the coaming so it doesn't dig into my back so much while rolling. If I had to do it over, I'd definitely install a recessed coaming. It wouldn't be all that hard to do as a winter project, either.

> I have the same experience in my lower-volume Chesapeake Lt. Either the
> coaming is too high or the seat too low. A friend suggested building up my
> seat, but wouldn’t that seriously affect the center of gravity and
> performance? I’ve tried different production boats where leaning back is
> much easier. I am about to build a Coho this winter and wonder if there is
> anything I can do to improve this situation. Recessed cockpit coaming
> maybe? Any suggestions?