: last weekend i asked my uncle(welder and all around talented guy) to help me
: make an aluminum rudder ,he was enthusiastic but wanted to use some
: stainless steel (1/16inch)he has lying around.i coudlnt think of a reason
: why not i was wondering if anyone has an opinion for or against. Any
: thoughts would be appreciated.

: PS im still looking for a good rudder plan anyone have a lead for me?

Hi Bryan,

I just finished building a carbon fiber rudder system for my boat. Plans (not free) can be found here... http://www.oneoceankayaks.com/kayakrudder.htm It is extremely strong and is virtually weightless compared to other rudder systems I have seen. Vaclavs instructions are very clear with lots of online photos to show what needs to be done. It looks great on a woodstrip boat plus, it was a really fun project... highly recommended.

Edgar