I would like to build either a s&g kayak, or eventually a cedar strip. My concern is what design meets my build.. I am 5'8" and range from 250/260 lbs. if you include gear for camping - I think I needs a larger kayak such as a Great Auk (stip style) but as my skills are limited, I would like to do a stitch and glue first.

Has any one of similar build, completed a s&g and have found a design suitable for a two week tour of Quitico Provincial Park, but could also be used regularily for day use - primarily fishing and paddling around the three parts to Shebandowan Lake, Thunder Bay area.