I realize I'm settting myself up for immense ridicule, but that's OK, this is an actual problem for me.
Last time I raced was up at Huntington Lake for the '08 Mile High Regatta, a normal 2 day race. By the end of the second day, my backside was tender from sitting on the hull for most of the races during the two days. We were a very heavy team (approaching 400 lbs) so I did not trap at all. I was so tender in fact that I had to use my throwable PFD to sit on at dinner that evening and breakfast.
I'm going to Havamega next month for a week of racing!
Not because I'm really competitive at that level, but for the learning opportunities such a venue provides. Trouble is, I'm worried about my backside being tender again. At Havamega I'll be singlehanding, so I may trap out more if I'm comfortable doing so. That may help some, but I'd still like to be prepared. Anyone else struggle with this?
I'm thinking about adding some closed cell foam to the inside of my trap suit to provide some cushion. Anyone else have any ideas?
Thank you,
Mike Bennett
Madera, CA
1981 Hobie 18
1974 Hobie 14t