> 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've built a Coho and can agree that for most conditions it needs no rudder and turns easily. Even in a stiff breeze I found very little weathercocking. That said, I installed one anyway, just because I like the extra tracking and turning ease. It's a matter of personal needs, and if you don't want it in the water you can always leave it flipped up. For a less then advanced paddler (as I am) you might like the added options. Since you add it after the boat is built, paddle it a few times and then make a descision.