A hearty second for the SOF idea! :-)
SOF boats are not only light and very beautiful, they're inexpensive
to build, require fewer expensive tools, and are faster to build than
most other types of construction.


This sounds good, and I've just ordered the book. But I have a
concern.... just how durable is a fabric boat? We live HOURS from the
sea, and this boat will be used on rivers which, come August, are
sometimes pretty shallow. They're flat, yes, and in a good year (like
this one) it's not a problem, but in a typical year there can be many
bony spots. Wouldn't one sharp rock put an end to the paddling until
repairs can be made?

Sue