Hi,

I am starting to build a Night Heron, but it will take me some time to build (between other commitments, too hot in the workshop, cost of strips/glass/epoxy, etc).

So I am considering doing a S&G boat in the interim so I can have something to paddle this summer. I currently paddle a CLC Chesapeake 17 but find that it's slow (mid-week I paddle racing kayaks so very noticeable!) and when not loaded with gear, floats around on the swells and in wind, and I also want to learn to roll and I don't think I'd be able to do that in the C17 :-)

I have Chris K's "Stitch & Glue Boatbuilding" and like the looks, etc of the North Bay. Seems to fit the bill as a fast performance boat suited to rolling.

Has anyone here built one, or able to comment on the design, etc? 18'7" x 20" but the hard chines should give it some stability and low volume plus L vs B should mean high speed. Seems to be a precursor to the Arctic Hawk or Pax 18 of CLC.

I'd be keen to see any pics of one or hear any opinions on performance,e tc.

Thanks,
Darren
Melbourne, Australia