: I read the write up by Mike Loriz (is that how you spell it?) a while ago. It
: is a very well written and interesting write up. A lot of thought went
: into his project. I look forward to seeing more of what he has to say. I'm
: one of the people who believe that the core material, and the thickness,
: has quite a lot to do with the strength, weight, handling characteristics,
: and other positive and negative aspects of kayaks. I don't believe that
: thick or thin, single or multiple layers of fiberglass, or any other
: method is THE best method for EVERY boat. One has to design and build for
: the anticipated task. Research, such as you are doing, will keep you on a
: pretty good track. I certainly don't expect even more than a very few
: people to ever agree with all, or any, of what I say...and it certainly
: doesn't bother me when someone doesn't. I'm just going to be tickled to
: death when I get to see your project start to take shape. I work mostly
: afternoon shift...and I really am interested in seeing your kayak as you
: get started. You can take a look at mine anytime if you would like to see
: one that's almost finished.

I work nights Gerald. Days off are midweek. I'd really love to see your almost finished kayak. I'm on a nine night in a row work binge and last night was the first night When I get a day off I'll holler and see if you're free. Thanks so much, Glen