Haven't looked at the survey but I have to say that there is no substitute for seat time. If your goal is to change the dominate paradigm, over half the people will disagree with you. Seeking consenses does not contribute to the evolution. Too many things today are designed on thick carpets, far removed from the hands on reality. I apologize for the bluntness but hope to save you some time.

Seat time is the biggest issue with transforming kayaks, and exactly why i am challenging the status quo and am integrating and aiming for very fast and simple setup processes. I fully agree with the problems of design process, which is why i use a highly iterative hands on process of explore, reflect, resolve. Rigor using a mix of technologies and people, from fab labs and digital fabrication to material scientists and engineers.