Just an FYI, I tried sending you a quick PM yesterday sjetrider but your box was full... I was originally hoping to use 1" plush padding on the top and bottom but it was too tight. I added 1" on the bottom and about 7/8" on the top. I think this will give me enough grab to stay in the holds if I kick in hard but we'll see soon enough. How much padding were you guys using and how deep can you kick your feet into the hold?