Best idea I have seen in my search for a stadium seat upgrade!
@sassyredhead9464
3 жыл бұрын
This is probably the best way I've seen this done so far
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Its surprisingly simple too.
@williamnappa6211
3 жыл бұрын
Thank Babysteps I was having the same trouble with my lifetime Angler 100 and I have the exact seat from Walmarts, $14.95, I love your idea, Please don't be mad at me I told everyone in my family see how smart I am, the first words out of there mouth was you must have gotten the idea from youtube.
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
Haha. Thats Awesome! Good Luck. I love it.
@tmc3p1
Жыл бұрын
Saw a few vids mounting a stadium seat. I like this method best as it's removable. Great work!
@Brunnen_Gee
2 жыл бұрын
I've watched a bunch of stadium seat mods, and I think I like this one best. Heck, I even have some PVC laying around. I have a Lifetime Stealth, and while I love the kayak, the seat is awful, even after trying out some extra padding options. You want to talk about _pain_ after a couple hours.
@nmtidefan4735
3 жыл бұрын
You almost got it. I used steel conduit that fit the rear latch perfectly. I put PVC on the ends to avoid wear on the kayak. This is fastened to the seat directly with 1/2 metal P clamps. So it can easily be removed. The front was different. I used 3/4 inch P clamps 1 inch behind the rubber mounts. They are HD with 1/4 inch stainless bolts with fender washers to keep it from pulling through. I could drive down the road with the seat upright and would probably damage the integrity of the seat before losing it.
@Jnf458
Жыл бұрын
Could you go in more detail , I tried the mod in the video and it slides all over the place. I tried to read your response over and over and cannot figure out what you did. Thanks
@glennrobbins2372
3 жыл бұрын
Great modification, I own the same kayak and tried mounting the same stadium seat but for me it seemed like it was easier to tip. I am 6'2" and it raised my center of gravity too much. I still use the seat back but found a waterproof stadium cushion at Walmart and that works better for me.
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
I'm 5'4 and have not had any issues of feeling tippy yet - but paddle mostly calmer waters
@djomegaminus
2 жыл бұрын
definitely throws off the center of gravity for bigger guys/gals. Also, those stadium seats come in handy if you rub a hole in your kayak, happened to me and I ripped the foam rubber out of the inside and stuffed it in the hole, saved my ass in more ways than one!
@outdoorgirl9737
3 жыл бұрын
I own this kayak. The original seat is hard to sit in all day. I'm going to try this. Thanks
@douglasolson3135
3 жыл бұрын
Great mod! I was about to mount my ozark trails seat with bunjee cords....this looks much better. Very professional. Thanks! I subscribed
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I took it out on the river for the first time last week and the seat worked awesome. I also got a lot of compliments on it. Good Luck
@rodmatz4744
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks you!! Did this mod on my two kayaks today!!!!
@b1782w
2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant 👏..I love diy hacks
@MrBuddy7798
2 жыл бұрын
that is awesome . you are a smart cooky
@richardlepping4354
3 жыл бұрын
Great idea...worked like a charm...thank you
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, makes a huge difference too. Glad you like it
@MovingToMnPro
2 жыл бұрын
Still loving it a year later? Thanks for the video
@lsmft9576
2 жыл бұрын
Nice job!
@chriskeim5575
3 жыл бұрын
Great idea chick...good vid
@justinjackson2674
3 жыл бұрын
Just did it. Thanks
@michaelfox2989
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice job...
@BabystepstoBushcraft
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. It works awesome
@crawford323
2 жыл бұрын
Slick!
@osomalozo1
3 жыл бұрын
Muy buen video! Me podrías decir cuáles son las medidas del asiento,para ver si entra en mi kayak
@bobbymac5738
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. You did a great job explaining your method. This is exactly what I have been looking for to replace that hard plastic seat. I am going to start working on it today. I saw on another video where the owner placed a pool noodle on the top back bar to make it more comfortable. I think I am going to also add that feature. Is the crossbar just attached to the seat to help keep it from sliding around? Did you glue the PVC parts together? Thanks again.
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I recommend gluing it. I didnt do it at first but went back and glued it after using it a few times. I used the crossbar in the front to keep it from sliding from side to side. you'll see it is necessary once you get the main attachment completed
@bobbymac5738
3 жыл бұрын
@@BabystepstoBushcraft Thanks for the feedback. I put it together following your directions. I went ahead and glued. I found the seat worked just as you advertised. It is easy to remove and does not slide. I am 6'1" and did find that the bar in the back, although softened with a swim noodle, was uncomfortable on my back. I am working on adding a lumbar support pad to strap to the seat to make it more comfortable. Thanks again for the plan. I really like it.
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbymac5738 I'm 5'4 - haven't had an issue with the bar in back, but i don't think my back even goes as high as that bar. haha.
@jordanmungiole7507
3 жыл бұрын
Can you use 1/2 inch pvc for the front crossbar? I don't want to buy both 3/4 and 1/2 if I don't need to
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
yes. either will work
@6Sally5
3 жыл бұрын
Jordan, Home Depot sells 24” lengths so you don’t need to get a full length 10’
@debbydallas9756
3 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the seat from?
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
Walmart - ozark trail - $14.99
@billjenkins2503
3 ай бұрын
Wont work with lifetime ENVOY, never buy this wal-mart product, almost all DYI techniques dont work with this model. For this teachnique the stadium seat is too wide for model
@huckfin1100
3 жыл бұрын
I put a stadium seat on my kayak after two months in the sun started falling apart do not buy one
@BabystepstoBushcraft
3 жыл бұрын
Did you store it outside? I made this removable so hopefully that wont happen if i store it inside
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