tried to send a platform to Freedom Hawk yesyerday after tweeking it for a while...almost fell out when they wanted $100 to mail it...I guess the overall measurements add up to big $$$ even though it is extremely lite...just I will check UPS...ended up adding tie spraps for line/wind tamers for paddling against the wind...also I ended up changing the mounting and framework a tad to prevent line snagging potential...finally I added a paddle/pushpole holder so I wont lose a second putting the paddle away and grabbing the rod which will be ready in place...the wind is perfect for standing and drifting so the paddle rarely gets used once you start casting...I will put small section of a water weenie on the upturned paddle brackets to dampen the sound andkeep things tight...