: A yellow pine frame will be heavier than the same frame made from WRC, but
: when compared to most off-the-shelf composite and rotomolded kayaks it
: will still be relatively light weight.

Exactly!

As for coating the whole frame, I have the tools to just set up a spray gun and spray the whole frame in just a few minutes. I imagine doing these by brush to be a study in frustration and aggravation!