I have two CLC's and am quite happy with them both. I like the lines of the West River but have not seen one in person. If you are looking at a kit, I think they go together a little better than the plans-built boas do, at least the ones i've compared. Of course, plans allow the financing to be spread out a little easier.

> I have been planning to build a stitch and glue Kayak for a couple months
> now and need some guidance. I have done a bit of web research and narrowed
> my choice down to Pygmy's Coho and CLC's West River. After calling both
> companies and talking to a number of owners of each kayak, I tend to lean
> towards Pygmy. I want to make the rignt choice though. Everyone that has
> built a Pygmy seams to be really (sometimes overly) supportive of that
> company. I have gotten mixed reviews from CLC builders. Is this because of
> a small sample group, or is this the case at large. Any specific feedback
> you can give me would be greatly appreciated. I hope to make a decision
> soon.

> Thanks,

> Ian