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Re: Molded fiberglass kayak seat

By:Shawn Baker
Date: 9/27/1999, 2:19 pm

> I can post a picture of the finished seat. I don't think I am going to
> bother putting foam on the seat - I found it comfortable as is.

1/8" minicell is available--it would make a nice, slightly insulated, non-slip surface to sit on. (more grip for your "cheeks" when rolling/bracing!)

>I plan to
> spray the seat with automotive "rocker panel coating" to finish
> it (and hide my ugly patch-work fiberglassing).

I'm looking forward to the finished photo too. Shawn

> My seat design is pretty basic and suits my paddling style. The mold could
> be easily modified to include thigh braces if desired.

> Hope this helps.

> Hank

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Hank -- 9/27/1999, 12:30 am

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