Do scupper plugs affect stability?
Scuppers allow you to maximize your load and keep as much stability as possible, remove them and you will sit lower in water and lose some of the stability (and have a wet deck). Never permanently seal holes Resist the urge to take any drastic action to seal scupper holes completely. There is a functional reason for them and you don’t want to take steps that you can’t take back. Permanently sealing scupper holes could trap water and destabilize your kayak.Debris And Blockages Leaves, twigs, or other foreign objects may accumulate in the scupper, hindering the proper drainage of rainwater. Regular maintenance and cleaning are essential to prevent these blockages and ensure that scuppers function effectively.Self-Drainage in Rough Conditions: Scupper holes are especially beneficial in choppy waters or when paddling against waves. As water washes over the deck, the scupper holes allow it to drain quickly, preventing your kayak from becoming swamped.An important factor in maintaining effective water drainage, the scupper is a must-have for flat or low-slope roofs. And don’t you forget, it’s also instrumental in reinforcing building durability.
Are scupper plugs universal?
Scupper plugs act as sealant to the self-bailing scupper holes to keep extra water out of the cockpit of your sit-on-top kayak. These plugs fit any scupper hole with a circumference ranging from ¾ inch to 1-1/2 inch. The sit-in kayaks have a smaller cockpit and less chance for water to swamp the boat. If water does get in the kayak, the paddler must bail using a sponge, bucket, or pump. A sit-on-top kayak, however, has scupper holes that allow water to drain from the deck.How did it get there? Water can seep through screw or rivet holes, and it is normal to take on a small amount of water while kayaking. Sit-insides can get a bit more water due to splashing water from paddles or waves. We recommend draining the water out of the kayak after each use.Scupper plugs (essentially drainage valves to keep the deck of a sit-on-top kayak dry) come standard on most Pelican sit-on-top kayaks.A sit-on-top kayak, however, has scupper holes that allow water to drain from the deck. These holes will not sink your craft. There are times to consider plugging them and times to just leave them alone.