> Hey, I am planning on building a Kayak, probably s&g for my first one. I
> notice that the clc boats have rudders, wheras the pygmys for the most
> part do not. Do I need a rudder? I am planning on an arctic tern or a coho
> I think. Will these boats track in most conditions? I am a novice paddler,
> but I'd rather not have to mess with a rudder if I don't have to. Also, in
> the pygmy kits, are the cockpit holes cut out? I might like to put a
> keyhole in. Thanks

> Paul Liebenberg

Paul, I paddle a Coho and it Does not need a rudder for any conditions I have encountered. The cockpit hole is precut.

Larry C.