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DECK RIGGING
There is stowage space behind the seat and in
front of the footbraces in many Dagger kayaks.
To stow gear in other areas of a Dagger touring/
recreational kayak, simply open one of the
hatches and slide it in.
Heavier items should be placed towards the
bottom and center of the kayak and lighter
equipment on top and to the ends.
If gear is stowed in the main cockpit area, ensure
that there are no loose items impeding your exit
from the kayak. It is also a good idea to place
your items in a waterproof bag and tie it in to
prevent loss in the event of a capsize.
Dagger kayaks with hatches have interior foam
walls or bulkheads that create waterproof
compartments for gear storage and buoyancy. It
is still a good idea to store items in a drybag in
the chance leakage may occur.
Dagger recreation/touring kayaks feature deck
rigging for stowing useful items: A spare take-
apart paddle, bilge pump, dry bag, first aid kit, etc.
Valuable items should be tied to the rigging to
prevent loss. Check the security of stashed gear
periodically and remember that heavy items
attached to the deck of the kayak can reduce
the stability of the craft.
Touring kayaks feature perimeter safety lines
which, in addition to rigging, can be used for
rescues and are reflective for increased visibility.
Full deck rigging
and perimeter lines
Rigging only
Touring-Style deck rigging
Basic deck rigging
Ensure that all
hatch covers are
fitted properly
before taking to
the water
Hatches not available in all models
Load heavier
gear first
Put lighter
gear on top
Bulkhead
Bulkhead
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