: Yep the sheer strip does define the upper edge of the hull, not the curves
: though. Stripping the hull isn't like planking it, the strips can go in
: any direction you desire. It's basically a pretty core to a composite
: sandwich.

: An advantage to starting stripping at a place other than the sheer is that
: you can use the strips applied to help force the strips into position as
: you neer the sheer. It will take a bit of planning though unless you're
: not worried about the pattern of the strips. Depends almost entirely on
: what if any pattern to the strips you want.

: Bill H.

3/16" strips; probably 5/8" wide. (We're in negotiations, at present). So.... you still need to apply those strips to some reference, right? Otherwise your lines don't come off right? I see what you're saying about adjusting as you approach the shear. Looks... tricky.

I'll try some of the suggestions here, let ya know how it's going. 'thanks all.