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I'm new to kayaking. The wife's into running and triathlons. Myself, I don't see the point. If I'm going to get from point A to point B, and I want to relax and enjoy the trip & the scenery, I get a bicycle. If point A to point B includes water, I'll get a boat. Therefore, kayaking.

Current plans are to use Tom Yost's plans for a Sea Tour 15 EXP for myself. I figure its stability and ability to haul will be advantages for me. The thought of kayaking and camping overnight is a thrill.

The wife wants a Sea Bee 13. Might be able to talk my mother into a Chuckanut 12. I think they both want to make sure my Sea Tour floats before I start building theirs. *grin*