How does an Octopus Hip-Hatch differ from my OEM aft day hatch?
Octopus has added a super lug handle to our hatch covers, glove friendly, and workable without watching. We also have replaced the porous nylon inner bag with a water resistant vinyl bag still removable for cleaning. Additionally, our Hip-Hatch features a tether for the hatch cover. Consider a swap-out if you already have a 5-inch aft day hatch. Q: I d like to install a Hip-Hatch, but my hull appears to have too much curvature. A: You may be right, check our Fit Table for suggested compatible kayaks. Our Hip-Hatch requires a nearly flat 7-inch circular area, aft of the bulkhead, and clear of rudder cables. Curvature of a quarter inch or more will make sealing difficult. Q: I d like to use the Hammock Hydration System behind my seat, but the space is small. A: Check our Fit Table for our observations on compatibility. The 17 inch bag width conforms to virtually every kayak, and the bag depth of 2-4 inches is never a problem. The fit issue is the bag width. Most kayaks have plenty of roo
