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Hi Dave (and Ross) So, does this system work pretty well? Does it hold tightly enough to keep out all water, even with big waves washing the deck and while rolling? It sure is an elegant solution--if it's watertight, I need to apply it on my boat!
Shawn
> I think a much more elegant solution is to hold the hatches on with
> internal bungies. See the below link ( http://ross.secant.com/kayak /) and
> look under 'Guillemot' and then under 'Hatches' for a picture of how this
> works.
> I used this technique on my Cheasapeake 17LT with great success. There are
> no external fastenings visible and it provides a very secure hold on the
> hatch, as the pull is almost directly down. (Thanks for the great idea,
> Ross!) To release the hatch you just lift it up enough to get your hand in
> to unhook the bungie.
> -- Dave
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