: In some ways it's easier to strip with 1/8" strips. They follow the
: curves easier and it is easier to plane them for a rolling bevel
: fit...when you aren't using bead and cove...which I don't know if anybody
: has done that with 1/8" strips. I certainly haven't. However...you
: must be MUCH more exacting with your forms, fits, fairing, planing,
: sanding, etc., than when using 1/4" strips. 1/8" strips require
: many more clamps and/or clamping methods to keep everything fair and in
: line. The boat MAY be lighter...depending on one's ability to apply the
: epoxy/fiberglass, and how many layers you put on. I think an experienced
: builder for specific reasons can be served well by using 1/8" strips.
: I think an inexperienced builder would be better served to use 1/4"
: strips. What the heck...once it's stripped...you could sand aggressively,
: and end up with 1/8" strips. I'm sure you'll get other opinions. It
: can be done...and the boat will be beautiful. Have fun.

Thanks Gerald,

I went to Bastrop yesterday and bought clear pecan lumber for two boats. Hefting the weight of the stuff prompted my question. I may cut a couple 1/8" strips and just look them over. Think I'll slow down and do some good planning at this stage before I obligate myself to a bad plan and then have to live with it. Thanks for your continued good advice. Glen
PS---I drove through Gatesville on the way to Bastrop. Figured you were at work or would have called.