: Hi,

: I am completing a S&G build, and ready to order plans for a strip kayak. I am
: going to get the MicroBootlegger as a 2-person canoe for my wife &
: daughter (and it's a close as I'll get to owning a replica Baby
: Bootlegger!), but would like some thoughts from others on Nick's other
: designs.

: I'll mainly be paddling lakes and flatwater rivers (I do marathon paddling as
: a sport), with a few trips in the bay and maybe coastal (rarely, and not
: too far offshore). Don't need high capacity as I won't be doing extended
: trips, mainly day paddles and the odd overnighter. I have a Chesapeake 17
: for fishing and general paddling, so wanted something that: - paddles fast
: and efficiently
: - has reasonable stability and can handle a bit of chop/waves
: - suitable for an 85kg (187lbs) / 6' tall paddler
: - looks good! (hard to avoid with the Guillemot designs)

: Current favourite is the Mystery. Any thoughts from those who have paddled
: one? What about other designs that fit the above criteria?

: Thanks for your input.

: Regards,
: Darren

Hi Darren,

Take a look at the Mystery's stability curves, with a 200 lb. paddler and no cargo it's got a negative stability curve. Since you want "reasonable stability" I'd think this would rule this boat out, it's a race boat afterall.

Bill H.