Hi George,

Depending on the strip thickness, you might want to consider 2 layers of 3.20 oz. glass. I found I had to put an extra layer on the ouside, but I used 5/32" hull and 1/8" deck strips.The tight weave glass uses so little epoxy, the second layer wont add much weight. This glass only takes one fill coat before sanding.
If you are using 1/4" strips, a single layer will probably be ok.
Bulkhead foot bracing is great, try it, you can always install yakimas later.
The Redfish seat looks nice, but you could try to carve your own.I have done several, none as nice as the Redfish though.

Good luck,

Larry C.

I've basically finished stripping the hull; had to 're-do' the bow external
: stem, as I had a gap. Thankful this medium is so forgiving - simply planed
: off the old one, and re-glued the strips. Looks pretty good, now! I still
: have to shave down a bit of the stem, as it wraps around to the keel - to
: keep the keel lines fair. I've finished sanding, and now it's time to lay
: out the fiberglass, and get started with the epoxy.

: BTW, thanks to Bill H. for the recommendations on FG and sourcing. I'm using
: RAKA with 350 hardener, anticipate 3.20 on all surfaces with an extra
: layer over the football and stems, plus some bracing around the cockpit
: and hatches. Am I forgetting anything?

: Looking forward a bit - Yakima footbraces; perhaps a seat from Redfish. Any
: and all recommendations/comments appreciated!