: I came across a piece of cypress that is a full 2x6. Having recently broken 2
: WRC GP's (using a GPS and trying to see how fast I could go), I wondered
: if this piece of Cypress would be good for carving a GP. I have to
: laminate my WRC b/c my supplier only carries 1" stock. I have been
: wondering if this piece of Cypress should go for a paddle or the SOF I'm
: starting next weekend.

: I would appreciate all opinions.

: Thanks
: B

Brian:

Am afraid I don't have experience with cypress either, but I have had good luck laminating glass tape into my cedar GPs, which could counter any concerns you might have about strength (of cypress or cedar). This would free you to decide based on other factors - like weight, grain, workability, and durability. F.Y.I., I lay my blanks up with glass and graphite-impregnated epoxy, making for a nice black "pinstripe" between pieces.

Rick