Since you are familiar with CLC designs, have you considered building a Cape Charlie? CLC offers the plans for $39.00. The kayak is 13' long with a 22" beam. It is built along the lines of the Cape Charles design. You can order the plans from their web site: http://www.clcboats.com

> I am looking for ideas for my next kayak project. I built a Mill Creek 13
> for my son (age 10) last winter. Now my daughter (age 12)wants her own
> kayak too. ideally I would like to find a design that is 13 -15 ft LOA but
> suitable for a young person. others have mentioned bumping the rub rails
> when paddling the MC13, and the high sheer prevents the kids from using a
> shorter paddle. With less weight they sit even higher in the water that
> adults do and its a long reach to the water. The Pygmy guys have a 10ft
> and 13ft model that might work but they don't sell plans for those boats.
> Ideally I would like to build a 13ft boat with 1-2" less sheer height
> and 2-3" less width than the MC13. If I have to strip build that's ok
> too. They have both paddled the Perception Acadia plastic boats and the
> low rail made it much easier for them to handle. Any suggestions on other
> models to look into ?