: Hi Clayton,

: Thanks for the input.
: The info that the Nikumi is not really a good fit for an over
: 200lbs paddler comes from a guy (I do not know if I can name him
: here or not) who also built one. I have seen that the
: displacement of Nikumi is 325lbs at 5 inches, but wondered if
: this depth affects performance.
: It is good to hear that you have the same weight (you may also
: receive comments suggesting diet ;-) ) and the Nikumi still fits
: you.
: This reply may put an end to my quest so I can start building it.
: How do you like the riding/paddling (these may not be the correct
: terms for it, but please forgive my English) charasteristics SOF
: version of the standard Nikumi by the way?

: Attila

Hi Attila,

At our weight the Nikumi is very nice. It is deep enough that wind is very little problem. The round hull is tender at first, but secondary stability is good. It is effecient and easy to paddle.

Clayton