Dry Deck

I always love fishing on my outback. Problem is that my shoes is always getting wet and always touching the water around the mirage well. Finally, I decided to do this project called "dry deck". Now, my shoes will always stay dry and will not be touching the water. Check it out!
http://pogieeh.smugmug.com/Boats/dry-deck/hobie-dry-deck/1163076038_bL4Tc-L.jpg

Looks like a nice fix for your problem. Is it strong enough to stand on?

For me I have a lots of uses for a little sloshing water around the drive well.

Splashing water on the head, feet, and butt help wash off the fish guts and keep the blood from hardening on my shirt and pants. On one occasion I had several shrimp come up through the well. Getting dirty and wet is in the Dictionary as the definition of Kayak Fishing.

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I'm right 98% of the time. The other 3% I don't worry about.

Any more pics, whats it made from?

It's made from rubber mat and plywood. Here's more pics.

It's all about preference. I prefer not to get wet since I only do freshwater fishing at the moment but I'm sure that I will be saltwater fishing in the future. In reference to the material, it's made of plywood and rubber mat. The only challenge would be the measuring of the hull. After that, it's all elementary.

Thanks for that info. I like to stay dry myself, you would of loved the Pro angler if you like staying dry, but i like my outback also.

Hobie should have a trade program so people can upgrade to newer products.

Like St.Croixs rod trade up program.

I like the concept for the winter months. The metal latches are a short term use. How often do you think you will need to replace them? thanks

I've used it a couple of times and it keeps me dry. I also lube the latch after use and so far so good. Luckily, latches are only 2.69 for a pair at home depot.

How thick was the plywood and the mat material? It looks like a neat idea to me.

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Mike
2015 Pro Angler 12
Yellow with Humminbird side imaging