> However, because the strip design is a big 'one liner', I prob. won't show
> any full photos until I finish because I don't want to give the strip
> design away too soon! - you know - the big entrance ( I hope anyway )

You're such a tease.

> Anyway Ross - how about you? Getting out much? Any crying about scratches?

I finished the 4th coat of varnish on the Guillemot earlier this week. I think I'll stop there and paddle for awhile. Maybe add a couple more coats and buff it this winter (after I add the skeg). I'll try to get the final pictures posted on my website over the weekend.