Kayak cover with zipper

– aids people with disabilities and impaired hand function

Dela
Dela

User pulls up zipper on cover while sitting in kayak

Cover with zipper, known as a ‘marathon cover’, which is attached to the kayak when getting in and out of the kayak. The tab of the zipper is modified with an easy-grip loop made of string.

Users comments
The user does not have adequate hand strength to attach an ordinary cover to the kayak. This cover is attached to the kayak and all she has to do is climb in and pull up the zipper.
Another advantage is that the user can easily access food or beverage stored in the cockpit.

Purchased from
Sporting goods store, Stores for kayaks and accessories

Paid for by
The user

Whose idea
The user

Related tips

Paddle gloves for kayaking
Pogies are easy to put on – appropriate for people with impaired hand function. 2010

Author: Caroline

Caroline bor i en lägenhet och arbetar. Hon har en medfödd bindvävssjukdom (Ehlers-Danlos syndrom) som ger henne varierande problem och smärtor i alla lederna. Sedan 2000 använder hon rullstol utomhus. Hon har 27 timmar hemhjälp i månaden.

See all the author's tips