Thanks for the responses to my inquiry. I appreciate the information. Both responses suggest searching the archives for more information and it seems to me that I also saw something on the Skimmer some time back but I can't find anything now. Am I doing something wrong when I search the archives? I've tried all associated keywords.

Thanks, Jim...

> Jim, It's a great boat. I built one for my wife, launched t 7/4/98. It's
> been paddled and loved my my wife, my son & myself. As the previous
> message noted - it's light, tracks well, carves turns easily, and can be
> built (actually assembled) in 8 - 10 hours. It was easy to build. I added
> extra hatches. It's been paddled in Barnegat Bay, NJ and on flat fresh
> water. It performed well in wind driven chop of 1 foot or more. I found
> the "factory" to be helpful & responsive to questions - it's
> an interesting place to visit if you're n the area. Look back in the
> bulletin board. There are a couple of people in the SF, CA area who have
> built them & paddle in the bay. Next year we're planning a trip to
> Newfoundland & will probably be doing some paddling along the way. Let
> us know what you decide.