For a river, you probably want something that doesn't track real strongly, and is quite maneuverable...the Guillemot immediately comes to mind.

Shawn

: I have a friend who thinks he is ready to start building a boat. I showed him
: all the different designs I was aware of but he needs something better
: suited for rivers. Not whitewater but not still water either. Can someone
: make recommendations of designs more suited to rivers. Any help would be
: apreciated
: Thank you.
: Matthew