> I am a beginner kayaker and I would like to build one from a
> kit. Has anyone had any experience with an outfit called San Javier
> kayaks out of CA? I'm also looking into the Chesapeake 17LT. Any suggestions?
> Mark;

They let me demo the 17 and the double. Very nice people.

The double was solid and stable, the single was tender, very fast. Both boats were put together well. I have to say that a beginner should try lots of boats before committing to a project. It is very hard to judge a boat by the numbers or pictures.

RNS