> I agree with Paul, I built a CLC Chesapeak 18 and the quality of the kit
> was good. If you live in an area where you have access to the materials
> you might consider building from plans. When I recieved my kit I realized
> how little time was saved and how much money would be saved by just
> cutting my own hull panels and rounding up the other materials locally.
> You will do your share of runs to the store for other stuff anyway. The
> knowledge gained by laying out your own panels will come in handy when you
> build your next boat - a stripper of course !

> Either way, if you take your time, you will have a lot of fun, learn a few
> things along the way and a great boat to show for it, clc or pygmy. Flip a
> coin and get started.

Just to confuse you -- I bought an Arctic Tern kit and would go with the kit again. I thought it was well worth the extra money and considering the time it takes to find all the material an even better deal. But, that may largely depend on where you live. Because of space considerations and limited experience the kit seemed the best for me. Plus, I was anxios to get on the water.

However, I am now attempting a strip built Guil. Exp. Single!