Mark,

If you're looking for a narrow stitch n glue in a kit, then your options are limited to just a few designs. Consider building from plans, and you will have more choices, such as Sea Kayaker's Plywood Greenland, Seguin or even a skin on frame Greenland. Any of these would be an excellent choice, and examples of each, including the San Javier, can be found at the Kayak Builders of Southern California kayak registry (link below). Check out the latest entry, a Seguin built by Øivind Børresen of Norway.

Rick Rubio

> 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?
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