: Fitting the last few strips on a couple of Mr. Schade's Guillemots in the
: basement. As I tackle my inlays, starting to think more seriously about
: outfitting the cockpits , cargo holds and such. Have a few (trying to
: limit myself) issues I'd love to have some advise on from those with
: similar quandaries or experiences.

: 1. I like the idea of utilizing some type of bulkhead that will provide some
: degree of elasticity, however I hate sacrificing six inches of prime cargo
: space to the 3" foam panels.
: 2. Thinking it might be nice to have a surface 'kinder' than the glass/epoxy
: finish were the heel meets the floor for the many occasions when going
: barefoot (yes, wimpy... I know), yet tough enough to deal with a shoe heel
: digging in. Would prefer something attached and permanent, as opposed to a
: loose floor mat.
: 3. Liking the looks of Redfish's 'Custom seat'. Generally a tight-wad in most
: respects, I've learned over many years of bicycling, if nothing else,
: comfort at point-of-contact is everything. No problem with this
: investment. Just wondering if I can forego installing thigh braces in
: light of this seats sides, or not (eliminating to couple hours (2 boats)
: installing the braces would help me justify the seat cost!)? I know I can
: contact Redfish, just thought someone here might know.

: Anyone come up with any other materials worth considering, or from experience
: can say what 'not' to consider? Appreciate any and all advice.

: Thanks,
: Todd
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1) If you use a wood bulkhead but worry about the edge it presents to the hull, you can always mount it on a foam wedge to eliminate that. A shape roughly like a triangle with a small flat at the inside corner will allow you to glass the bulkhead in and still allow a small amount of flexibility.

2) I just added a couple more coats of filler epoxy to the cloth where your feet are, makes everything nice and smooth. Course I don't go barefoot, nor did I have the footroom for a pad. Thin minicell sheet would work here.

3) I really like my carved minicell seat, this year I think I'll make another for my NDK Greenlander, can't imagine a more comfy seat.

Bill H.