: I have done S&G Wherry. So now I feel comfortable with stitching, glassing
: and finishing.

: What I would ultimately want is 2 Pygmy Coho's or 2 Pygmy Arctic Terns.

: At a minimum I would want a 17'+ lightweight sea kayak with strong tracking
: (no rudder) that I can afford ( $1000 max but if it cost 1/2 of that it
: would be great). Skin on Frame is not out of question either.

From this thread, you have some good ideas for alternates. If you get to the Meet at the Beach, I hope to be there with a Coho and Arctic Tern Hi, and you'll see lots more. It's a bit of a hike for you, if you don't make it, I'd like to get a look at that wherry some time over the summer, and a trip up your way wouldn't be too far from Worcester MA.