I'm just finishing a pigmy goldeneye hi that was built for camping trips. Lots of space but pretty heavy. I think I over built a little. I now want to try a strip boat built for day trips, from medium sized lakes to lake superior. Something faster and more fun than my stitch and glue. I'm 6'4", 210lbs and would probably be considered a beginner, but I want a boat to grow in to, not out of. That would be skill wise not poundage. The redfish return caught my eye as something that might work. Any opinions on this as well as any others that fit the bill? Also, what book would be considered mandatory reading before jumping into a strip boat project. Thanks for your time. Ryan Olson