: Howdy all, i'm new here...just getting started on a pair of Tom's
: Sea Tour 15 exps, SOF. I'd like to "pick your brains"
: on any design tweaks or construction tips you folks might have,
: before i go too far (loftings done...plywood aint cut yet). For
: example, i was told i might want to widen frame 4 and 5 a bit to
: make the rear ride a bit higher. i think i might like to do
: hatches, and was planning to use 2 gal (9.375") Gamma Seal
: lids. Any experiences with these? Also, my son asked if the
: coaming could be a bit wider (hes a big fella)...good idea? bad
: idea? I really appreciate any advice and welcome all comments.

: Dave Koslow

I built a Sea Tour 15 exp and have been paddling it for about 2 years. I am also kinda big (6'4", 230lbs.) with a knee that will not bend properly so I made some small mods. I raised the deck ridge by about an inch to create more foot room, moved section 3 forward 1 inch and section 4 back 1/2 inch and lengthened the coaming. The boat is fast and handles well. Things I would change if I build another: The coaming could be slightly more triangular, flatter across the back. Also the boat tracks very straight which I like but I for my use I feel like it could have just a little bit more rocker (this may be due to the modified frame spacing). If Mr. Yost reads this I would be very interested in any thoughts regarding the frame spacing, rocker). Good luck and happy paddling!

CG