RedKite wrote:
I use the Hobie Trax with the beach balloon tyres, which stores upside down in the rear scuppers when sailing - reduces elbow room a little, but not really a problem for me, and I'm 6'6".
As discussed on here a few times, it can be tricky to install under water (easy enough to take out).
Various methods available, including lifting the stern (with a crew member plugging it in) or rolling the kayak on one side.
If it's used in the rear scuppers on the tandem, the nose weight is still quite heavy so if pulling longer distance it's worth getting them in the middle holes if you can.
Thank you Mr Redkite,
That's very helpful info, I am over 6 foot but if that works for you it will almost certainly work for me.
I have read all the posts about getting the dolly in and out. I sail alone so it will be a challenge.
I shall just try to remember to develop my method with no-one else around while I embarrass myself.
As I mentioned to Forsythem I want to see if I can get doubl;e duty out of the dolly;
If it is very stable I have a simple plan to adapt the carried dolly by making a strong fabric cover that bridges from one wheel to the next and converts the dolly into a type of Quarterdeck. (I bet someone on here has done something similar but Ive not found them yet.)
The change of sitting position is attractive, I will be able to see further and I have the old style seats so a dry backside will be a bonus.
I tend to sail for 4-6 hours at a time.