The deck is the skirt portion that radiates out from the tunnel to cover the boat s cockpit.
Spray deck sizes.
Cockpit measurements should be taken from the outside edge of the cockpit rim at the maximum points.
The tunnel is worn around the paddler s torso.
Spray skirts are made up of a tunnel a deck and a rand.
Getting the right fit all measurements refer to body size not garment dimensions these charts are only a guide few people will be the exact sizes shown.
2 select the model of your kayak.
Visit your local retailer and try the gear on to be sure of a good fit.
Recreation fun on calm water.
Understanding the difference between nylon and neoprene spray decks.
Because nylon spraydecks do not offer the same stretch as neoprene ones touring boats with exceptionally large cockpits will usually need a larger size nylon deck than a neoprene one.
The rand or the edge of the spray skirt holds the deck taut by fastening over the cockpit coaming the lip of the cockpit.
The sizing listed below are approximations.
While generally representative for cockpit sizing the actual shape of the cockpit may alter the correct fit.
Kayak shapes are less than standardised and over the years there have been countless shapes and sizes of cockpit.
1 select the manufacturer of your kayak.
In general a tip with an 8 inch spray pattern and a hole size of 013 will provide you with the best control.
Upon completing these steps your spray skirt results will be provided for both a neoprene and nylon sprayskirt.
All asc steel deck galvanized decks are manufactured from chemically treated steel coil in accordance with astm a653.
The simple spraydeck selector.
Be sure the tip s hole size does not exceed the maximum capacity of your sprayer see spray tip info.
Order sizes for g 40 or galvanizing heavier than g 90.
The best way to make sure your spraydeck is a perfect fit for you kayak is the measure the dimensions of the cockpit rim the hole you sit in and compare it to our table below.
Select the spray tip that s best suited for the stain you are using and the surface to be sprayed.
A size 6.
In most cases a tip with a narrower 8 inch wide spray pattern and a 013 hole size will give you the best control.
For specific spray skirt and cockpit cover sizing information for seals skirts please click the link below and complete the following steps.
At palm we make a range of decks for different paddlers so here s our quick guide to choosing the right one for you you might also want to check out our spraydeck size charts.
Touring sea swell and exposed adventures.
We recommend applying your deck stain in the morning or evening when possible so that the sun does not shine brightly on the deck while you are working.
Nylon decks are marked with n sizes and neoprene decks are marked with r sizes.
Deck size is a little more difficult.
Choose a spray tip based on the type of stain that you use.
Chemical treatment is often referred to as passivation.
