If I flip my kayak over (on purpose) would this keep water out? I'm lookin for a skirt to keep water out but this dont look like it would Suggestions?
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It might, but that's not what it's made for. This is not a rubber skirt like they use in white water kayaks. In an emergency it may let you roll, but I'd not depend on it on a regular basis
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I am pretty sure it would. I have not flipped with this skirt on, but it is very snug around the cockpit area...also around your waist/chest. Plus as you are taught in survival class, you want to be able to exit if you can't get the kayak upright quickly.
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Hi I think you could fit a tandem if you space the hooks widely. We have one installed on the railing of our deck, and it is holding up fine so far. I would recommend getting a cover for the cockpit though, as I have heard of animals making a home in kayaks. Happy Kayaking :)
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hi. with the flip cover, it would have some protection, but I can't say that it would totally water proof. Bob
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I use mine on my kayak. I have never submerged it, but it gets splashed some. So far no problems.
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I think this should work for your needs. I have a "sit-on-top" kayak and it works well. You just need to find the right location based on the hull shape so it fits properly then tighten down the strap to hold it in place
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I agree with Michael that the cover will keep water from seeping through but do all you can to see that it won't puddle up in the first place.In time any material will seep because of weathering of the protection in the material.
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That's not a bad idea, but that's really up to you. I've run over over plenty of things from trees fallen under water to sticks thick enough that stopped my boat. The boat has survived them all. It's a great boat and was definitely worth getting if you want to see if kayaking was your thing. You need to run over something so sharp or hard that can puncture this boat, but if you're careful. This boat can last you for quite some time.
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Although our kayak rack is in the garage and rests on boards due to dirt floor, I would agree with Scott and LC. Their precautions make sense. It may be possible for the top kayak to become dislodged if it gets blown about by extra strong winds.
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It's not really weather PROOF, per se, but it is fairly well weather resistant. I have had mine out in a moderate rain storm with no problems. I think kayaking, carefully, with it would not be a problem. I do not think that water would get inside just from splashes, but submerging it would still cause problems I think. Also, I would be more worried about the salt in the water. After getting it home I'd clean it very thoroughly if it is exposed to salt water. In the end, if it were me, I would still get some kind of bag or housing for mine if I were to want to take it salt water kayaking, in case of submersion and the salt water.
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Have had no problems with kayak; however, I did lose the FIN while going across rocks. Cannot find a replacement. Just take fin off if you know you are going to be in shallow water.
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I use a kayak and that sucker (pun intended) stays put. In fact, I have trouble removing it when I am done. It does not move at all when I am paddling through undergrowth either.
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It should be just fine as long as you understand that the shorter the boat the less stable. I play with mine in the main Salmon river Idaho and on lakes. I have flipped mine a few times horsing around.Out in larger chop I have extra floatation and a pump. This boat is a bitch to drain if your out from shore and flip it. I have a skirt for mine and that's real sweet. Bottom line it's light and very versital.
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It sits lower in the water when you put some weight in the kayak. It has worked well for me. No real issues with spinning
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I bought this for a sit in kayak. Fiberglass hull type that you put a spray skirt on. Fits no problem.
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I really do not think it would be an issue. This kayak feels to be thicker than an above ground pool liner. If it does puncture they give patches so you can fix it.
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Slightly, but nothing to write home about. If you are closer to the upper weight limit (I think 130ish), you will get wetter. It is enough to discourage kayaking when the water temperature drops, though. We only use them in summer and early fall.
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There's a little bit of upward flex, but I wouldn't expect enough to meet the "V" needs you describe. You'd really have to cinch your straps down to achieve that, and it would probably deform your kayak as well.