I was experiencing the same thing early this spring. I have started walking
3-4 miles 3-4 times a week and the problem with my legs in the kayak has
improved a lot. I think some of the tone I have gained in my backside from
walking has helped keep the blood flowing while seated for long periods. Not
a quick fix but the exercise has improved the overall kayak experience so it
is worthwhile.

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KENNETH MCCLELLAND
"Michael Daly" wrote in message
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On 21-Jun-2004, (ReedLB) wrote:

My left leg goes to sleep after about 12 minutes in a boat. I've
explored the
possibility of a pressure point on my left hip. I've removed all padding
and it
still happens.

If it's going to sleep. it's a circulation problem, not likely a nerve
problem.
What you need is more support of your entire rear end. As well, folks
find that
if there's support for the back of their thighs, many leg numbness
problems are
resolved.

If the seat is kinda flat, try putting some temorary padding on the seat
to give
it a shape that matches your backside. You want to spread the load. As
well,
add a fat support to the back of your thighs just in front of the seat.
Once
you've figured out the right configuration, you can replace the temporary
stuff
with permanent.

Mike