Was Joe involved in the shortening process? I think a King-like design for smaller paddlers would be a popular issue.

Did you leave the bow and stern forms as is, or scale them, too?

Like Don, I'm interested in your decision on the rocker.

I'll bet it's a sweetheart to paddle...if you had a beefy layup on it, it would be a serious rock gardening boat!!

Shawn

: Just a quick thanks to the Kayak Building Bulletin Board, (and especially to
: Nick for sponsoring the board). I've lurked on and off for years,
: predating the release of Nick's book, the forced departure of
: "He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named". and the turning-pro of Joe Greenley.
: I've stolen a ton of great ideas off of the board.

: Earlier this month I re-launched my latest kayak, a Redfish King shortened to
: about 80% of its design length. Final specs: about 14'6" and 33.5
: lbs. The goal here was to get a light-weight boat for my (much lighter)
: wife. This is hands down one of the nicest paddling boats I've ever been
: in.

: You can see more photos and construction details by hitting my www site:
: http://www.eece.maine.edu/~hummels/my_kayaks.html

: -Don