: Dave,

: I think you should be fine with 3/16" strips for the coaming riser; I
: don't think there would be a huge difference in strength. I've used both
: 3/16" and 1/4" and they are both super strong. Then again, I
: build composite coamings on top of the strip risers. Are you going to
: build a laminated wooden lip or a composite coaming/lip?

: Pedro
Thanks, It will be laminated oak/walnut, 1/2" by 1/2" - rounded over of course. I did this same type on on my Guillemot and I like the proportions over the 1/4" thick coming, and I have never had a skirt slip off after a full day of paddling and rolling in all conditions.