Breathable Padded Fabric?

[pez_leon]

Here's a fiddly optimization question.

I just finished my kick-up rudder assembly.



I enjoy sewing and would like to make a simple bag to store this in the boat while trailering. I'll probably also make a sock for the tiller. The ideal material would both cushion against scratching bumps and also breathe enough that I could slide the rudder in wet without asking for trouble. I thought of using polyester batting between 500 denier nylon, but have found in other applications that bags made this way can hold a good deal of water.

Sailrite recommends two layers of Odyssesy Softouch with a panel of phifertex mesh.



That looks OK, but I wonder if there isn't some kind of foam option that offers a bit more padding. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

Thanks!

James

[Todd Bradshaw]

For that kind of stuff, I'd probably line an outer shell of Sunbrella or Odyssey (both breathable) with a good grade of acrylic or polyester sheepskin-style fleece, which is super breathable, fast drying and provides some cushion.

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[Mike1902]

For that kind of stuff, I'd probably line an outer shell of Sunbrella or Odyssey (both breathable) with a good grade of acrylic or polyester sheepskin-style fleece, which is super breathable, fast drying and provides some cushion.

Thanks Todd, good to know as I have been considering the options for the same task.

Great job on the rudder and tiller, Pez. The copper details are a nice touch.
Cool work bench too.

Cheers,
Mike.

[pez_leon]

Thank you Todd! Sunbrella lined with poly fleece is exactly what I’ll do. I’ll need a boat cover soon enough so I might as well order the material now and use this small project as practice. It’s great to get expert advice so quickly.

Mike, I appreciate the compliments! I am really just muddling through; all credit should go to the designer.
That bench I’ll take some credit for, though. It’s the most useful thing I’ve built.

- James

[pez_leon]

I banged these bags out this weekend. Thanks again for the advice.



I was overwhelmed with parsimony at the fabric store and bought non-sherpa fleece at a third the price. Having invested time in the bags, I wish I had just paid the marginal cost. Oh well - sooner or later I'll learn from this experience.

Picture of the full bags here:
http://forum.woodenboat.com/showthre...36#post6799236