: I have been to the library and found a copy of Skip Snaith's "Canoe and
: Kayaks for the backyard builder. Thought this might be a simple enough
: kayak that even i could manage it. I suppose i could just buy a boat, but
: i like sawdust and can't resist a challenge. Question: has anyone built
: this other than the author and how did it go! What do you think of its
: performance considering its a simple design? Comments Please!- Thanks in
: advance.
Hi Richard,

I'm not familiar with the book or kayak that you're describing. But I'd suggest doing a little research into some of the designs offered by the denizens of this board. Here's a closely guarded secret of the kayak builders fraternity...(lowering voice) even the most beautiful, strip built boats don't require that much woodworking skill. Never divulge this to the admiring throngs you'll meet whenever you paddle your boat. So if you're going to build a boat, pick one that you really love - and one that the designer is only an email away.

Jim