: Alex,
: What thickness ply is you hull and deck made of.
: Im starting my Pax 18 soon and was considering taped seams only with 1/8 ply.
: Day boat only,no surf work .

: Thanks Bris Paul

G'Day Paul, checkout Stephen Kelly's racing ski http://www.surfski.info/content/view/978/147/
It's what Laurence is thinking of doing with a Pax18

I've had a good look at stephens ski and even raced against it. Fast and light. He useed 3mm with tape on the outside chines. i think he used sheer/chine clamps internally though.
He normally races with the Raby Bay paddlers if you wanted to have a look. Let me know and I'll pass on next race date.