I have often thought about the viability of a sit-on-top hybrid kayak, using a stitched ply upper deck and a skin-on-frame hull. This would work well for kayak fishing, where all sorts of accessories like rod holders, fish finders etc need to be mounted on the deck, but would be a lighter & quicker build option than a full S&G construction. Problems to be overcome would be adding drainage to any recesses in the deck, like the seat area, and sealing the joint between the hull & deck.

One day I might have a go at one.

Regards,

Phil.

: Following a discussion in another theread that touched on the topic
: of wooden surfskis &oc1, here are some links for anybody
: interested. I can see no reason why traditinal s&g/stripped
: kayaks could not be be built as open cockpit craft which would
: suit warmer climates. The HP skis require some skills but the
: entry level models (20feet x 20inches) are surprisingly stable.
: I would think that the majority of kayakers could handle one of
: these fairly easily.

: http://www.surfski.info/latest-news/item/112-hayes-homebuilt.html
: http://www.surfskidev.info/content/view/655/
: http://www.surfskidev.info/content/view/978/147/
: http://www.blueheronkayaks.com/kayak/index.html kayakfoundary -
: launchings forum
: http://www.marzanboats.com/HtmlPages/Islandraceroc1.htm