Well, the folding kayaks call for HDPE cross sections so that the tubes can "snap" in place. That's why I'm using plastic. ABS isn't nearly as slippery as HDPE, but it's easier to print with. I had to calibrate the gap between the edges carefully before the tubes snap into place -- this is merely a parameter in my file.
As for the density of plastic, the nice thing about 3D printers is that you can print very strong, low density infill for the pieces. For example, I am printing these pieces with a 30% hexagonal infill. The pieces come out fairly strong, and they're very light.
And yes, it would be awesome to use a CNC router to cut out the sections. However, I have a 3D printer in my basement, and no CNC router :) I could build one, but I am money-limited for now.
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