> I'd like to build a wood framed, nylon covered kayak in the 14'-16' range.
> I'm interested in a hard chine frame style that can be put together
> without bending ribs, Any info or plans available?

Take a look at these two, one may interest you.

http://www.qsl.net/wa1urb/1.html

or

http://robroy.totalsports.net/boats/PakYak/

That latter one is a folding boat.