TopKayaker.Net's Index To
Kayak Customization & Repair Articles
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 Repairing
Damaged Kayak Hull Material by Callum Boase. Proper methods
& materials for repairing plastic, fiberglass, Kevlar, and carbon
fiber. |
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 Making
A Fiberglass Hatch Mold They say "necessity is the mother
of invention" or in this case at least the mother of preventing
my sinking due to a missing front hatch on my classic Scupper. |
 The
SealLine SmartTrack Rudder System A rudder system with solid
foot braces and toe operated rudder control, claims to have remedied
many kayak ruddering ailments. |
 Backrests,
Kneestraps, Paddle Leashes Your sit-on-top kayak is naked without
the basic accessories. Here's everything you need to know to choose
the right accessories. |
 Basics
of Strap-eyes, Rivets, and Wellnuts For Customization & Repair of Your Kayak. How to work with the hardware involved. |
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 Installing
the A Style Hatch The Cobra A Hatch may fit other kayak makes and models, but a careful assessment of the deck space will have to made. |
 How
To Install A Rudder On A Sit-on-top Kayak Detailed instructions with photos. This also serves as a suppliment to the Yakima-Perception rudder instructions. |
 Building
Your Own Sit-on-top Kayak Here are some leads that our combined
experience have shown to be reputable to work with for the adventurous
sit-on-top kayak builder. |
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Detailed instruction with photos for installing a hatch in your plastic kayak. |
 Kayaking
With A Disability Kayak paddle and backrest adaptations for the sit-on-top to become the paddle craft of choice for disability programs. |
Maintenance
of Large Cargo Hatches Large size hatches on touring
kayaks can be problematic in maintaining a waterproof seal at times.
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Kayak Carry
Straps Uses, Adaptations & Instructions. A quick, non-bulky, way to carry your kayak? |
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 Storing
Your Sit-on-top Kayak How to properly store our sit-on-tops
when not in use-The proper storage method for polyethylene and composite
boats. |
Inflatable
Kayak Parts, AccessoriesMost inflatable kayaks have the same basic construction - but parts & accessories are unique from their hard shell cousins. |
Inflatable
Kayaks - Basic Use & Care Give yourself time and
space when inspecting and assembling your inflatable kayak for the
first time. |
 Rebuilding
A Scupper Pro Kayak Rudder One of the few rudders that holds
up well in the surf zone but the bungee cords are very likely to
fail. |
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