> I'm just finishing up my Putz kayak now. I can't comment on the
> performance yet, but it was fun to build. It took longer than my Pygmy kit
> but it was more interesting to build, and I didn't have to deal with
> fiberglass. I bought almost all of my materials at the local hardware
> store for about $250. I could build a second one for $150 and the leftover
> materials.

> Mike

In what sort of conditions do you plan to paddle her? Can a canvas or nylon covered boat take rough beach landings? What does your finished boat weigh? I'll be interested to hear how she paddles. Linda