storing your kayak in winter

[camopete]

hi ,just wondering ,ive got my corona upside down on 2 workhorses on pipe lagging with 3mm floor lino and a lorry tork lining covering it is this ok for the winter as i got no were to store it inside thanks

[gerryw]

That seems like belt and braces to me.

Just a couple of tips. Firstly don't drop it (obviously!) as the plastic is more brittle in the very cold night time temperatures. And secondly don't stand it under a roof etc where ice or damp heavy snow could fall on it.

Oh, and if you are tempted to use it one day in the next few weeks take a foam pad to sit on till it thaws out otherwise yer @rse will get chilblains ;D

Gerry

[philpot]

I would add a little extra comfort for you kayak in the shape of a sheet of large bubble wrap because if this winter start is any guide as to the next few months a layer of warmer air will only help to prevent damage. The yak will still be cold and brittle but a few hours sun on bubble wrap will help to warm the surface.
Phil

[camopete]

lol