: The stresses would be somewhat dependant on the design of the boat. But I
: think almost any wood would be suitable in almost any design. What are you
: building?

An Endeavour, from Bear Mountain Boats. It has quite a sharp angle at the sheer. I'm following the KayakCraft method mostly, except for details like the cockpit recess, coaming, and hatch covers. KayakCraft doesn't suggest fiberglass tape over the sheer seam. Couldn't hurt to add a strip though, I suppose.