Today I installed my Ritchie 527 compass on the built-in recess of my Tempest 170 kayak. I had to drill 4 holes and used some small bolts and nuts. I also used Lexel adhesive to cock around it before installing it and around the end of the bolts after installation. Hopefully it will be water proof.
The Ritchie V-527 seems like it will work well although it is not designed for this low angle installation. It is designed for a 45 degree through vertical installation (there is a slot in the back) by unscrewing the outer rim I was able to reposition it outside the designated slot but I think it will work. We shall see - but so far so good.
I opted for this compass because the directions are more clearly labeled than the Brunton. I wanted to know I was heading North not just the degrees.
The Ritchie V-527 seems like it will work well although it is not designed for this low angle installation. It is designed for a 45 degree through vertical installation (there is a slot in the back) by unscrewing the outer rim I was able to reposition it outside the designated slot but I think it will work. We shall see - but so far so good.
I opted for this compass because the directions are more clearly labeled than the Brunton. I wanted to know I was heading North not just the degrees.