I look foreward to your critiques as well. I think it will come down to the issue of clear vs. painted -- the reason why most fiberglass kayaks' hulls are white.

Dean

: Hi Dean.

: Thanks for posting your experience...reality is a lot different than
: listening to the sales reps. at a wooden boat show! Looks like we've got
: some experiments going on ... i painted (the hull) of my boat with 2-part
: aerospace epoxy paint (good to Mach 2 in the air, but no certification for
: 2 mph crashes into the beach) and I think Spidey is going to try something
: innovative (but already proven in similar circumstances). We will have to
: compare notes in the fall.

: John