Kurt, I remember reading somewhere you (and others) we of the no back band brigade. I don't think I could do that. I would have to give up my boat, my back just wouldn't take it. BUT I am about to launch the boat with just a typewritter pad (that dates me) in the bottom and not backsupport. We will see!

: Foam pillar? It's actually very comfy, allows easy layback rolls, and doesn't
: get in the way.

I had thought about that. I had seen your photo but didn't remember who and where. I may try that. It seems like it would work. Thanks for the reminder!