Hmm... 100+ views for the thread thus far, but only 3 respondees, only 1 of which had anything to say on the thread subject matter?

Perhaps forum name should be changed to Sea Kayaking Lurkers forum?

Anyways, don't sweat it guys, maybe there's just not a lot of California kayakers on this site.
Did get some decent help over at the Boats forum here, that's much appreciated.