: The spare paddle holders on the front deck are simplified copies of
: the carbon-fiber paddle holders made by David Thompson on Orcas
: Is, WA.
: You can contact David via http://altakayak.com/
: If you are looking to 'accessorize' your boat, something to
: consider. My wife gets more compliments about David's paddle
: holders than she does about her new boat!

: David is a great guy and a very talented builder who does repairs,
: refinishing, CF seats, paddle holders, etc.

: I thought the paddle holders were a bit expensive until I saw the
: (many) steps in David's fabrication process; I was even more
: impressed when I tried to make some simple copies.

Congrats John, was ready to ask what kind of stuff is that in the front? obviously David is a practical guy :)