: I live near the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta and the closest
: paddling location is on a flatwater section behind a small dam.
: A number of rowing clubs paddle there due to the flatwater and
: I'm often among them. I would see a kayak built with open
: cockpit as a nice way to enjoy this flatwater and to be able to
: stretch my legs, hang them over the side and carry a small
: cooler that would be in easy reach. Using a nice kayak hull, it
: would be efficient for covering some distance while getting some
: exercise. Could also use a craft made this way for fishing salt
: marshes on the GA coast.

: I'm not thinking about carrying 2 people or my dog. Just thinking
: that the open cockpit would be enviting while on smooth
: water....

I don't know why it wouldn't work. You may have to add some more glass to the deck. You will probably find that it's a little wetter because of paddle drip.