: alright everybody, I am nearing the end of building a Schade Guillemot and I
: am getting huge pressure from my 6 yr old daughter to build her a kayak. I
: have been keen on the idea of designing a boat and this seems like the
: perfect opportunity. I'd like a boat about 10-14 feet long in typical
: sea-kayak style but I am having a hell of a time finding the software to
: do it.Nick mentions MaxSurf in his book but even the big software
: wholesalers here in Vancouver have no idea what I am talking about. I'm
: not a computer wiz but I can figure stuff out.....can I ask for some help
: out there for some info from folks who have done this...thanks...James

Hi James,

The boat design software is pretty specialized stuff. I'm not supprised you could not find it at the local store.

This question comes up alot on the design BBS. you should jump over there and take a look at the responces. When you decide which is the best software to use, give us your opinion.

http://www.kayakforum.com/cgi-bin/Design/index.cgi

good luck with your design. I'd love to see it posted on the bbs once you get it done.

Myrl