Hi Linda and Hi again all Forum members,

Deck rigging is really a question of where you paddle. For salt water I would suggest an expedition layout with shock cord at the fore deck for a net or sea map - even the occasional bannana.
This image shows expedition rigging. Also important is the self rescue cords on the aft deck (behind the cockpit) that enable you to slip in your paddle blade, creating a outrigger type of support, which helps in a solo re-entry.
An extra paddle is placed behind the rear hatch.
Really, important is that if you wet exit - you have something to grab so you are not seperated from your kayak.
The hatches shown are Kajak Sport, the deckline cleats are from the German Lettmann company and are made out of Nylon. Simply screwed into the deck (don`t forget the waterproof washers)
Warm regards from the cold north
Bryan