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A 3 piece paddle fits crosswise against the saddle.

I put it into a mess bag and clip it in.

Lots of options.
I’ve made a hole in the bulkhead.
I’ve also shaped out the side of foam and used a bungee to secure a water bottle. Done that on both sides of the saddle forward as well as a just a single one in front.
On one C1 I did use a bike water bottle cage.

See the boat section of cboats. For instance, here are links to the three I know. https://cboats.net/c_db/list.php?type=3&category=2&alpha=P&boat_id=159&name=Piranha https://cboats.net/c_db/list.php?type=3&category=2&alpha=D&boat_id=47&name=Descender https://cboats.net/c_db/list.php?type=3&category=...

In general, if I'm boating with kayakers then I like a C1 that is slightly longer than what the kayakers are paddling because it's a bit faster of a boat that helps make up for my single blade. And in general, because of the higher centre of gravity when paddling C1s, a slightly wider boat is prefer...

What are the boat specs for dimensions? Sometimes a little wider or longer is better for a C1.
Volume-wise, I might go for the smaller volume as C1 paddler weight is very centred.

Good points so far.

I'm a Kokatat user and fan. I've got years as in over a decade on my first suit. Well made. Plus good service.

There is definitely the possibility of buying a used dry suit.

C-1 hulls are great, go ZER go.

Wavesport EZ made a good conversion. EJ paddled it both as a kayak and C1.

It's not perfect but use the link below and then look for shaping foam saddle post/video.

https://m.facebook.com/pg/canoeinstruction.co/posts/

This boat is still for sale.

There is a possibility that delivery could be arranged: March en route to the ALF in Tennessee.

Not wanting to sidetrack this thread but I loved Prijon’s kayaks for c1 conversions.

Here’s someone’s else’s 210-220 pd padddler take on the LUV. Probably a kayaker.

http://playak.com/buyers-guide/boats-boards/prijon-luv

Shared to Facebook.

So we have Harry, an experienced ww boater I.e. he understands how a boat can move etc. who is also concerned about reach/cross strokes. Because you should gain ww canoeing skill quickly with your ww kayak experience you’ll be using cross strokes right from the get go. Plus at140 pounds you could al...

I agree, the Vertige is a big boat. I use it for self supported whitewater river trips.
On the other hand, the Ocoee is a classic ww canoe. Definitely not a beginner boat but because you have ww kayak experience it might very suitable.

Welcome to OC1.

Thanks for sharing.
Keep us up to date on how it works out.

Pat, my guess is you would like the Convert better than the Option.