I am considering of adding a thin layer of carbon fiber fabric in the hatch areas on the inside of the kayak. There are two reasons:

The added strength behind the seat for getting back into the boat when I don't make the roll and hopefully less distorsion of the hatch cover as well as the mating surface. The carbon fiber would replace the usual 4 or 6 oz glass fabric in those areas.

Andreas

: I'm using Ross's internal hatch holddowns method on my Expedition Single. I'm
: about to glue on the hatch hooks and wonder if I have enough glass on the
: hatches before I proceed. I have 1 layer of 6 oz.on the outside and 1
: layer of 4 oz. on inside. The hatches are oval and are average sized. The
: internal system may apply more stress than external straps or bungees. Any
: ideas appreciated.

: Thanks,

: Larry C.