: Yes, pine will work well for the gunwales and stringers. It would be
: difficult to use for the ribs as it doesn't take tight bends as easily as
: hardwoods.

: Ribs can be wide and fewer, say 30mm X 6mm and 15-20cm apart, and these are
: easiest done with a hardwood that bends with steaming. You can go for
: smaller and closer ribs using round sticks, say 8mm round and 10cm apart.
: This can be willow (salix) if it is locally available. It usually grows
: along watercourses.

: Hope this helps,
: Mike Savage
: South West Cork

How about Beech Wood?
Would it serve the purpose? I was told I can get beechwood in full length.