On Sat, 31 Jul 2004 18:44:23 -0500, "Reynaud" wrote:

I am building my first boat its just a small experimental kayak. I,m
surprised at how accurate you have to be as one small error on one side
affects the other side and vice versa. I now see the real value of an jig or
mold or strong back in keeping everything aligned and square. This is a real
learning experience for me. I,ve no idea if the darn thing will even float.

Rey


It is always better to learn on paper, than in the flesh - life is too
short already. When exploring new design, engineers look over the
shoulder at what people have done before, (if they are smart, anyway).
In your case, a PBK 10 which was an 11 foot kayak with three cut
frames and three optional bent frames carrying a canvas skin
might be a useful plan set. It is capable of being built by an
unaided 13 year old. Like I was.
Plans are still available for Blandford's design at ClarkCraft at
Tonawanda http://www.clarkcraft.com

Now, you might well skip the canvas, possibly dump the wood too, in
favor of glass.

Brian Whatcott Altus OK