I am intrigued with the idea of building my own beautiful touring kayak, and like others I have read here, am quite bewildered! I am looking for the perfect blend of manueverability and seaworthiness. I have spent the last few years exploring the bays and marshes in my little Keowee, sometimes paddling in conditions for which it was not intended. I would like to be able to do some short open water crossings or coastal touring. I am 5'2" and weigh under 120 lbs. I don't have any woodworking experience, but much patience and a helpful friend with some experience. Any thoughts or opinions on the kits that are out there?