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These have a plastic tube at the end of the bungee that can be removed by simply untying the bungee, pulling that plastic piece off and then retying the bungee. I saw another reviewer point that out as others also had the same issue you had.

Kimberly, the paddle holder that I was using in this video is an inexpensive model that I found on Amazon.com. I will try to include a link to that paddle holder below, but you can just go to the amazon website and search for "kayak paddle holder" and a whole plethora of results will appear. Be safe and have fun! www.amazon.com/Borogo-Kayak-Paddle-Holder-Clips/dp/B0B91ZXWGQ/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8%3Aamzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&crid=2QGAXT23E2IHK&cv_ct_cx=KAYAK+PADDLE+HOLDER&keywords=KAYAK+PADDLE+HOLDER&pd_rd_i=B0B91ZXWGQ&pd_rd_r=b685b55c-c012-456b-b858-1fffdf1e5614&pd_rd_w=Z7ojb&pd_rd_wg=HAXMd&pf_rd_p=eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&pf_rd_r=EEF7W1XXASEKA1KF670N&qid=1679321239&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=kayak+paddle+holder%2Caps%2C149&sr=1-2-492482ea-2ad3-4cfe-9d1a-0efc7c5c9374-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSTlLTDcwRFkwTVBQJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTUwMzcwMVJMWTRRWjlZNkpTWCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUExMDI0NzU1R09ZTENHUUdFU1NJJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3Bfc2VhcmNoX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

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Yes. There were indentations in the cockpit rim where the holes needed to go, so it was very easy. I have since replaced the straps with elastic bands because I needed my back and to adjust farther forward. It was an easy modification.

Yes, it is a 1.7.

Bluefin, I am not totally familiar with the newer models of the WS Tsunami 145. I have never paddled the newer models. I have seen some of the newer models in person. They strike me as being very similar in hull shape and design and the cockpit looks very similar. The biggest change I noticed visually was the lack of the day hatch and the addition of the mesh pockets just ahead of the cockpit on the outside of the hull. Personally, I wouldn't miss the day hatch, as it is not a separate compartment on my boat. Putting a day hatch on the Tsunami without a third bulkhead was kind of a sales gimmick in my opinion. It didn't make much sense. I absolutely hate the way the mesh pockets look on the outside of the new Tsunami models. I would probably remove them if I had one of the new boats, but that's just me. I like to keep a clean deck as much as possible. I have found that my Tsunami has more than enough room inside for anything I need. Good luck in your search for a kayak. I don't think you can go wrong with a Tsunami.

@@NewGloryDays thank you very much. Your feedback is a great help for me

No idea if you've already decided on a model, but I have the latest model 140, and I absolutely love it! I do not feel like I miss the day hatch of the older model. The included removable deck bags hold exactly what I need, and the in cockpit water bottle system, mesh bag, and simply stowing behind and under the seat are perfect for me.

Thanks for the comment Bluefin. The Wilderness Systems Tsunami 145 tracks very well, so I have not had a need to use the rudder very much at all yet. On a windy day while crossing a big open piece of water, the rudder will be a joy. Most of the time I paddle protected waters and I am used to controlling the boat's direction with my paddle ( sweeps and a bit of kayak edging ). Your experience with the boat may be different. Once you get a little time with it you will know if you think a rudder is something you want. It is a good option to have though, in my humble opinion. If you decide to add a rudder, check with Wilderness Systems. They sell great accessories and probably have a kit that includes everything you need to add a rudder to your boat. I am also about 5' 10" tall. Since this is a touring boat ( at least the way I am using it right now ) I am using a 230 cm paddle, although I have used my 210 cm whitewater paddle with this boat many times because I often paddle shallow rock streams and don't want to subject my lightweight and expensive touring paddle to that abuse. I generally try to have a fairly vertical paddle stroke for better efficiency and power ( shorter paddle shaft, shorter, wider blade ), but over the course of a long day and when I am paddling many miles day after day, my paddling style is more horizontal ( longer paddle shaft, longer, narrower blade ) and less taxing on me physically. I'm not a young as I used to be ( 63 this year ). I hope this information helps. See You on the River!

@@NewGloryDays This is excellent information. Thank you very much.

Yeah, it turned out pretty comical. I didn't really know how else to express it. Being able to "go" without stopping to find a place to get out of the kayak will save me a lot of time.