Comments on: Reggie Backband

By: John Weld

John Weld — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:26:14 +0000

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

By: Chris

Chris — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:11:05 +0000

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

By: John Weld

John Weld — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:29:49 +0000

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

By: Dan K

Dan K — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:28:49 +0000

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!

By: John Weld

John Weld — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:37:17 +0000

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

By: Johann (John) Fu

Johann (John) Fu — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:15:29 +0000

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?

By: John Weld

John Weld — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:30:01 +0000

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

By: Brett

Brett — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:45:38 +0000

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?

By: John Weld

John Weld — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:07:51 +0000

Hey Peter,

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

-J

By: Peter Mulhall

Peter Mulhall — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:49:32 +0000

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