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Main->Landsailing->Frame and forks->Maststep->Seat and backrest

Making the seat and backrest are relatively straightforward. Here are a group of pics to give you some ideas.

Since I had my left hip replaced I had to modify my seat. I used two layers of nylon pack cloth with a couple layers of carpet padding inside. The two layers of pack cloth were sewn together with the "right sides out", leaving a small gap along one edge to allow the padding to be slipped inside. Then the gap was sewn shut. The padding had already been trimmed to size.

The seat can be constructed a number of ways, depending on your sewing ability and access to a sewing machine. You can use either webbing sewn in a criss-cross pattern, or canvas with either webbing straps or grommets placed around the perimeter. A canvas or upholstery shop should be able to fabricate a seat for you if you are unable. It would even be a possibility to weave a seat out of lawn chair webbing.

This one has a bucket seat from a race car; the frame had to be modified a bit but he has a 4 point harness.

The backrest is made using a piece of wood, which is covered with a foam pad and fabric. The wood must be stiff enough to hold your weight when you are leaning back against it. It will be attached to the frame using a bracket on each end. An electrician friend of mine showed me the wonders of a material known as Unistrut. It is used for all kinds of different applications, but makes a great backrest bracket as it already has holes drilled for a U-bolt and the lag screws.

Next-> Rigging up

Disclaimer: Landsailing and Iceboating are potentially dangerous sports. You are solely responsible for your own safety. Know your limitations, as well as those of your equipment. Regularly check the condition of your equipment.

 

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