I'm presently building a Chesepeake 17' with East System epoxy and it's fine. I don't have much experience with other brands but the East System leaves a nice clear finish and has a low odor. The only thing I've noticed is that you need quite a bit of filler to thicken the epoxy.

> While surfing for building information, I came across an outfit selling
> East System epoxy. I've heard of West System, System3, MAS, RAKA, etc.,
> but never East System. Anyone ever use this stuff?