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Skwoosh Kayak Gel Pad: Ultimate Comfort Upgrade

Skwoosh Kayak Gel Pad: Ultimate Comfort Upgrade

Description

This SKWOOSH Kayak Pad provides extremely light weight cushioning through the use of our patented TekPad pressure-relieving gel bladder inserts. Our low profile cushion relieves pressure on your legs and "sitz" bones so you can paddle longer in comfort. Our rugged cushions are made for salt or fresh water and require little maintenance. This cushion can be used alone or added to an existing seat for additional comfort. Happy Paddling!

Weight: 8 ounces; Dimensions: 10.5'L x 15'W x 1/2'H (Foldable)

Patented lightweight pressure-relieving fluidized gel lets you paddle longer in comfort

Low profile maintains center of gravity for better stability - can be used along or on top of existing seat

Maintenance free - No washing - Functions in all temperatures - Portable

Non-skid bottom and tie-down loop. Made in USA

I'm looking at this for a non kayak use. Primarily to protect me from a wet seat but secondary for a bit of cushion. Is it waterproof?

It is definitely waterproof on the bottom. It seems to be at least water repellent on the top.

Does this help cushion your back as well?

This kayak pad isn't designed to cushion your back, as it's meant to be sat on, for full support of your "sitz" bones, not your back. If you are looking for lumbar (back) support, please refer to SKWOOSH's lineup of high- and mid-back seats, including the Big Catch (BCN1204), the Expedition (EXPN1204), the High Back (with lumbar HBLN1204 & without lumbar HBN1204), or the Comfort Back (CBN1204). Happy paddling!

Is it really comfy for about a two hour paddle?

I don't know how helpful my answer can be since the closest I come to a kayak is the travel booking site "kayak.com"! I bought the cushion for use on long flights and I found it to be very helpful for journeys as long as ten hours in a plane seat.

Is there a way to secure this cushion to a canoe seat?

No, while there is a tie-down loop, there are no straps to secure the cushion. We would recommend looking instead at the SKWOOSH Canoe Cushion, which may be secured to a canoe seat. Here's a link to see the product: http://www.skwoosh.com/watersports/sport-cushions/canoe.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

I'm looking at this for a non kayak use. Primarily to protect me from a wet seat but secondary for a bit of cushion. Is it waterproof?

it is definitely waterproof on the bottom. It seems to be at least water repellent on the top.

does this help cushion your back as well?

This kayak pad isn't designed to cushion your back, as it's meant to be sat on, for full support of your "sitz" bones, not your back. If you are looking for lumbar (back) support, please refer to SKWOOSH's lineup of high- and mid-back seats, including the Big Catch (BCN1204), the Expedition (EXPN1204), the High Back (with lumbar HBLN1204 & without lumbar HBN1204), or the Comfort Back (CBN1204). Happy paddling!

Is it really comfy for about a two hour paddle?

I don't know how helpful my answer can be since the closest I come to a kayak is the travel booking site "kayak.com"! I bought the cushion for use on long flights and I found it to be very helpful for journeys as long as ten hours in a plane seat.

Is there a way to secure this cushion to a canoe seat?

No, while there is a tie-down loop, there are no straps to secure the cushion. We would recommend looking instead at the SKWOOSH Canoe Cushion, which may be secured to a canoe seat. Here's a link to see the product: http://www.skwoosh.com/watersports/sport-cushions/canoe.html