Immersion Research 2010

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• 1 DJ // Jun 11, 2008 at 3:52 am

  Where’s the other video you keep referring to that shows installation in a roto boat?

• 2 John Weld // Jun 11, 2008 at 7:26 am

  Hi DJ,

  its on the Service Page under backband installation help- or click here

• 3 Dawn Wilson // Oct 4, 2008 at 7:23 am

  I have a Dagger Echo, the seat is hinged and has a space between the top backrest and bottom cushion. I need lower back support, where the space is. Would this product give me support in this area? Thanks

• 4 Roger // Oct 6, 2008 at 11:39 am

  Hi Dawn

  I just checked up on that backrest, and I see where the problem for you is. Our backband is designed to sit much lower on your back than this seat. Also, you can adjust the level at which your backband sits by using the webbing ‘pro straps’ that extend out to the sides from the back of the backband. I would actually recommend the Loungeband for you as it is a big larger and will offer slightly more support for your applications.

  If you have any questions, please let us know

  Roger

• 5 Sergio Covacevich // Dec 5, 2008 at 10:52 pm

  Hello
  Is this the back band that comes installed standard in the Current Designs Cypress kayak?
  Many thanks
  Sergio

• 6 John Weld // Dec 8, 2008 at 10:42 am

  Hi Sergio,

  Yeah the Reggie is the backband they use.

  Thanks for the note,

  -John

• 7 civildivil // Mar 27, 2009 at 4:45 pm

  hi there,
  I have a dagger cfs 200 and aI want to change the current back rest to a rachet system back rest. Would the reggie backband work ?

  Thanks

• 8 John Weld // Mar 30, 2009 at 9:21 am

  Hey,
  Thanks for the note. It sure would. In fact I think that boat originally came with a factory-installed Reggie- at least for the first year of production.
  -John

• 9 Jim Koehler // Apr 17, 2009 at 8:32 pm

  We couldn’t be more pleased with the product and attention from Immersion Research
  We’re glad to be a resource for iR gear and a put in site for paddling from our sandy beach in Amityville, NY

• 10 Shawn R // Apr 21, 2009 at 10:41 pm

  Would this backband work on a Valley Aquanaut without using a drill etc….?

• 11 John Weld // Apr 22, 2009 at 9:50 am

  Hey Shawn,
  There are a bunch of different ways of installing those- depending on if you have the plastic or composite version of that boat, and how high you want the back band to ride.
  Probably the best thing to do is to give us a call when you get a sec, and we can discuss some options, and if you decide to order a backband, we can make sure you get all of the hardware you need. Our number here is 814-395-9191, and you can ask for Roger or John Weld.
  Thanks for the note,
  -John

• 12 Boris // May 5, 2009 at 12:43 pm

  Would the Reggie Backband work on Jackson 4Fun (Bearing in mind that some of existing holes are worn out by the original lines, so I would have to drill new ones in the rim)?

• 13 John Weld // May 5, 2009 at 3:11 pm

  Hey Boris,

  I can’t see why you would have any problem with that. I’m not sure how bad your existing holes are, but if push comes to shove, you could use the included adapter straps to attach the backband to the seat flange on your boat.

  Let me know of you have any other questions,

  -John

• 14 Neil // May 21, 2009 at 9:24 am

  Just bought a Reggie for my EZ and the plastic blocks to fit into the seat void were not included. My retailer said they’re no longer available. This method of fitment is the best and now I’m having to make parts myself – not good! If it’s true that IR no longer offer these blocks with the Reggie back band the pictures on the website should be updated. If you can supply me with the missing parts & fasteners direct, I would be grateful. Regards – Neil

• 15 John Weld // May 21, 2009 at 9:34 am

  Hey Neil,

  We have always offered those blocks- Not sure what the retailer meant by that. If you give me your address, I’ll send you a pair with hardware.

  -John

• 16 Neil // May 22, 2009 at 5:44 am

  Thanks John, as I said in my email I’m going to try the back band fixed to the seat bolts and will take you up on your offer if I encounter any problems.

  Faultless customer care by the way Neil

• 17 Bob // May 28, 2009 at 1:29 pm

  Hi,

  The IR web site shows the Reggie with straps, strap extensions and bungees(?) with hooks. The Lounge model is shown without any extras. Does the Lounge come with all the same items?

  Thanks, Bob

• 18 John Weld // May 28, 2009 at 1:42 pm

  Hey Bob,

  Yeah, they come with all of the same stuff. we can also send you extra hardware on request if you need it.

  -John

• 19 Justin P. // Jun 3, 2009 at 2:23 pm

  John/Roger,

  Do you recommend the Reggie for a original version of the Eskimo Diablo?

  Is it a real pain to install? How long do you think i it would take a novice to install?

  Thanks.

  -Justin

• 20 John Weld // Jun 3, 2009 at 2:48 pm

  The basic installation is pretty straight forward. If you want to install the “pro strap” it gets more complicated, but this is not a necessary step. I think an novice could do the basic installation in about 10 minutes, provided that the hardware in the boat is in good shape- ie not totally rusted out or corroded. You can give us a call if you like, and we can walk you through it.

  -John

• 21 john // Jun 12, 2009 at 10:24 pm

  would this specific strap fit well on a dagger rpm if I was looking for somthing more adjustabe and comfortable thanks in advance

• 22 John Weld // Jun 15, 2009 at 10:31 am

  Hi,

  The RPM has a classic, very common seat configuration- this installation should be about as easy as it gets.
  -John

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• 24 Doug // Jun 27, 2009 at 2:56 pm

  I have an earlier W.S. Cape Horn 150 roto sea kayak with the old school one piece foam covered plastic seat. Possibly the worse seat ever created. I was thinking I could saw out the back rest portion, install a Reggie and put a better butt pad in the remaining seat pan. Any suggestions for a comfy toosh pad to compliment the Reggie? I’m tired of numb, wobbly legs and a rash on my lower back after a couple hours of paddling.

  Thanks,

  Doug

• 25 John Weld // Jun 29, 2009 at 10:28 am

  Hey Doug,

  We can certainly help in the backband dept, and if you have any installation questions, don’t hesitate to ask. In terms of the seat…We don’t sell them, but I have heard good things about the NRS seat pad- you can see them here:

  http://kayak.nrsweb.com/boating/Kayak%20Seat%20Pads

  Hope this helps,

  -John

• 26 Peter Mulhall // Jul 29, 2009 at 5:29 am

  Hi,
  I have a Pyranha G3. Would it be straight forward fitting the Reggie to this boat?
  Thanks, Peter

• 27 John Weld // Jul 29, 2009 at 11:11 am

  Hey Peter,
  That is a little tricky. If I recall- that boat has a “forward adjust” backband in it, meaning that the ratchets are on the thigh braces. Is this the case in your boat? If so, we make a special backband just for that boat, but you would need to order it directly from us. If that boat does not have a “forward adjust” backband, let us know, and we’ll advise what to do.

  -John

• 28 Peter Mulhall // Jul 30, 2009 at 8:49 am

  Hi John,
  No, mine is fitted with the ‘Rapid’ system which does not have that outfitting. Mine has a ‘labrynth buckle’ behind the backrest. The straps for the backrest are attached to the screw which holds the seat to the side of the cockpit rim. Hope this helps,
  Peter

• 29 John Weld // Jul 30, 2009 at 10:07 am

  Hey Peter,

  I think in this case, you can attach our standard rear-adjust backband directly to the screws holding seat in place.

  -J

• 30 Brett // Aug 27, 2009 at 11:45 am

  I’d like to replace the foam backrest in a new Necky Looksha 17- to make it similar to the 17 Outfitter model. The boat currently has the gray high backrest that is connected only to the bottom portion of the seat. Any thoughts on how well the Reggie would fit and how much I would need to drill?

• 31 John Weld // Aug 27, 2009 at 12:30 pm

  Hi Brett,

  Thats a good question. Can you take some pictures in and around the cockpit rim and send them to me so I can get idea of what we have to work with?

  -J

• 32 Johann (John) Fu // Oct 18, 2009 at 4:15 pm

  I bought a used Romany elite and I want to replace the backband. I am an advanced paddlers with good playboat skills and a good roll and I paddle fast. Would the Reggie be a good choice? Are there any installations problems I should be aware of while installing it in a Romany elite?

• 33 John Weld // Oct 19, 2009 at 3:37 pm

  Hey John,

  I think the Reggie would be a perfect choice, based on what you are saying. The installation will most likely involve drilling new or bigger holes in your seat- if that sounds straight forward, than installation should not be a problem. If you decide to get the backband, and you have any installation questions, give us a call, we can give you a bunch of pointers. Thanks,
  -John

• 34 Dan K // Dec 21, 2009 at 9:28 am

  I have an older Prijon Seayak. The cockpit isn’t as large as the current model. The stock seatback is rigid and great for support, but the only roll I have is a layback roll and the stock back interferes with that roll. I would like to install a Reggie or a Loungeband. Any suggestions or comments on either backband for this boat?

  Thanks!

• 35 John Weld // Dec 21, 2009 at 10:29 am

  Hey Dan,

  I would suggest a Reggie for that boat- particularly if you are rolling. If you are feeling ambitious, I would also take a look at installing the backband using the pro strap that comes with the Reggie. This will allow the backband to pivot nicely when you lean back at the end of the roll. I’d be more that happy to go through some installation tips if you give me a call at 814-702-4236. Thanks,
  -John

• 36 Chris // Feb 7, 2010 at 1:11 pm

  My daughter has a perception carolina 12.0 xs, which has been recently discontiuned. it came w/o a back band. Would a Reggie fit?
  http://www.perceptionkayaks.com/product/index/products/touring/carolina/carolina_12_xs
  Have all your backbands always come with stainless steel hardware? We are on a tidal river.
  Thanks,
  Chris

• 37 John Weld // Feb 8, 2010 at 9:26 am

  Hey Chris,

  From the pic, it looks like you could drill holes in the sides of the seat and attach the reggie there using the “adapter straps” that come with the reggie. And yes- the reggie has all stainless parts, although even stainless parts can get mucked up over time, so you might want to rinse them off from time to time. Feel free to contact us with any other installation questions if you decide to get the backband.
  -J

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