: Hi My name is Eoin and am going to attempt my first home build of strip build
: Kayak. I would like to know if anybody knows of a list of wood that I
: could use. I work with trees and have a range of wood that I send thru my
: mill.Living in Ireland though I am limited to certain species e.g.
: Fagus(beech),Larix(larch),(Elm)Ulmus,Pine,Acer(sycamore). Can any of these
: be used or is western red a must? Thanks Eoin

Western Red Cedar (WRC) isn't a must by any means, looking for a light softwood though is what's normally required, which is why WRC is often used.

Pine is ok, have used it alot on kayaks. Hardwoods usually are too heavy except for trim.

Bill H.