Kayak internal support systems

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1987-02-06

1988-05-24

Peters, Jr., Joseph F.

Ships

Boats, boat component, or attachment

Canoe or kayak

114355, B63B 3572

Patent

active

047458747

ABSTRACT:
An internal support system for the cockpit portion of a kayak is provided which comprises rigid bow and stern plates, which are fastened to the kayak's bow and stern decks, respectively, and extend from those decks to the kayak's bottom hull, and a stiffening connecting plate which rigidly connects the bow and stern plates to one another. The connecting plate and the bow and stern plates define a concave contour in the region of the cockpit opening to receive the kayak's seat and to allow the kayaker to enter and exit the kayak. The support system makes the cockpit area of the kayak dramatically less likely to collapse if the kayak becomes pinned on a rock in the rapids of a river. It also allows the kayaker to readily exit the kayak during an emergency. To provide support throughout the length of the kayak, the cockpit support system can be connected to foam walls located in the bow and stern portions of the boat.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4227272 (1980-10-01), Masters
patent: 4229850 (1980-10-01), Arcouette
patent: 4407216 (1983-10-01), Masters
patent: 4478167 (1984-10-01), Hart
patent: 4480579 (1984-11-01), Masters

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