> I have noticed the obvious theme in this BBS....light, light, light. Are
> there any issues with extra weight beside the extra effort to carry to the
> water? Being a first time builder with no epoxy/glass experience building
> a Guillemot what can I expect as a likely range. Nick's version is ~ #40,
> do I actually have a chance at being close to 40.

Chris,

I agree with Shawn. I've built three kayaks, one 40 pounder and two 33 pounders. Which ones do you think I reach for first to put up on top of my truck when I want to go paddling? That seven pounds makes a difference when you are holding a 17 foot long kayak over your head to put on top of a vehicle.

You can hit the target weight without sacrificing strength, if you are careful.

Mike