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| Author: | 525rider [ Sat Jan 16, 2010 7:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Foot steps/pegs |
When I paddle hard I found my feet slipping from those molded steps inside the kayak, they are quite narrow. Has anybody come up with a solution to this problem? Thanks Frank |
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| Author: | OAB [ Sat Jan 16, 2010 10:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Foot steps/pegs |
Hi there, 525rider, Unless this is a trick question may I suggest getting one of them there, new fangled, mirage drive peddle critters and almost hardly ever "paddle" and if ya do, it very seldom is paddling "hard" I find the straps hold my big ole fat feet pretty good. Stay well, and hit the water, o.a.b. |
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| Author: | 525rider [ Sun Jan 17, 2010 7:22 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Foot steps/pegs |
On longer distances I like to switch from pedals to paddle. I am 6'3'' size 13 shoes and those steps in Adventure are just too narrow. Any other suggestions? |
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| Author: | KayakingBob [ Sun Jan 17, 2010 10:07 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Foot steps/pegs |
How about paddling and pedaling at the same time. Faster and a fuller workout. |
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| Author: | OAB [ Sun Jan 17, 2010 1:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Foot steps/pegs |
Okay Frank, At 6'3' I bet you are used to adapting to a great deal of too small stuff as everything from car to furniture designers going for small, (and as often, lightweight} products, which do not fit or do not hold up to heavy use. I will say that Hobie does not appear to skimp on quality or strength of product. Your use for a full workout probably pushes pretty good. I have noticed that the cockpit is not built for paddle use as it primarily is built around a hole in the bottom of the boat:-) Back to your problem. I have seen straps of wide velcro screwed in at foot locations for a guy with leg/back problems. they were not on a Hobie but, I do not see why it would not work as it was aftermarket add on. Hope you figure something out, One Armed Bandit |
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| Author: | Roadrunner [ Sun Jan 17, 2010 7:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Foot steps/pegs |
Your footwear has a lot to do with how "sticky" your feet are. I switched to a Nike Sneakerboat aqua shoe -- light weight, not too big and has a sticky bottom -- much better grip than my other shoes. I get good traction with them, both on the pedals and scalloped sides (paddling and sailing). Here's the description: http://reviews.nike.com/9191/318344/reviews.htm No doubt there are other sticky shoes as well -- they should help. 
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| Author: | FishIt [ Mon Feb 22, 2010 11:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Foot steps/pegs |
 Just checked the site... shoes no longer available, according to them... Bummer!
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