Fluid nemesis medium

Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29497

Ilstad Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	Im having problems with the space in my nemesis.. My feet goes numb after 15 min i the boat.. Im 173 cm tall and have the seat at the front posistion and the legsupports are also in the foremost place... are there any other who have the same problem? will moving the seat and leg supports back fix my leg numbness? Thanks=)
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29498

cjcc Offline Platinum Member Posts: 710 Thank you received: 1	First, try loosening the hip pads or taking them out. Second, try putting a spare hip shim under your thigh and see if that helps. Third, move the seat back, since your legs will be straighter (but don't move the thigh braces). You can alternately move the thigh braces forward for the same results.
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29499

Ilstad Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	okay, will try it out tomorrow=) Thanks^^
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29516

The Palm Paddler Offline Senior Member Posts: 45 Thank you received: 0	This used to happen in my boat a lot as well, but the problem was solved when i bought neo socks that keep my feet warm and now i can stay in my boat for about an hour without numb feet. streching also helps, but if you have already tried and got the advice then go with what cjcc said cus i hear i works for lots of people i hope you get it sorted
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29518

Ilstad Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	thanks for your reply=) i have moved the seat and the thighbraces, and im going in the pool tomorrow to try it out! =)
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29529

AdrianTregoning Offline Moderator Posts: 2212 Thank you received: 8	Most boats prefer the middle seating position. Although this does depend on the boat, the paddlers' build and his/her preferences. I have all my seats in the middle position, including my Nemesis, except my Element (freestyle surf kayak). Tight hips will cause dead legs. Don't over do it Good luck!
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29530

Ilstad Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	thanks adrian! have moved the seat back a notch, nut probably need to move it some more... yesterday it took 45 min to get deadlegs, thats progress! =)=) too bad the rivers in northern norway are mindblowing cold atm^^
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29533

AdrianTregoning Offline Moderator Posts: 2212 Thank you received: 8	Cool, progress is good Your rivers never get warm! haha At least you've got loads of high quality options... Sure you'll come right soon with the boat.
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29543

Ilstad Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	adrian: just a question! how do you use the leg braces in the nemesis? on the knees or on your tighs? have been playing around with the placment, and think ive got it right now=)
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29545

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I've always had them on my thighs, because it gives more control (wider position. Try putting your knees together and see what happens balance-wise) and is more comfortable. The 09 and older hip pads could get in the way some, but the other advantages are that you can fit in a smaller boat when your legs are wider, and knee blocks are more effective. Plus, if you piton your legs won't flex as much (good or bad, but leaves you in more control).

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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29546

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I have mine where they're most comfortable for me, I suggest you do what works for you

I think mine are mostly towards the knees though. I'm 6', but I think my legs aren't too long. My knees are on some foam on the hull so moving them to the thighs will not move them wider apart because they have nowhere to go...

I also put blocks under my knees to support them. Partly to give more control, so that you can pull up on the brace on say the left, and push down with the right knee on the block - giving the best edge control. And partly because I'm quite flexible and my legs become tired holding them in position because otherwise they fall down. Works for me, and everyone I know that has done what I've done. Try it.

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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29549

AdrianTregoning Offline Moderator Posts: 2212 Thank you received: 8	In case I wasn't clear on those knee blocks under me knee, this is how all my boats look: Attachments:
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Re:Fluid nemesis medium 14 years 11 months ago #29554

Ilstad Topic Author Offline Junior Member Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	okay, looks good=) thanks for all answers!! =)=)
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