Tony,

Thanks for your response and the great photo history of your project. It's a great looking boat.

My confidence level makes me concerned about undertaking a project this advanced as a first timer.

Also, my fuzzy math ciphering indicates that a kit may be more complete than a basic bill of materials and only 20 - 25% more than a basic set of supplies. I might benefit from the support that plans and instructions provide.

Could be Fear and Loathing on the kayak building trail but I feel like I might need more hand-holding on my first project.

Tell me more about the way this boat handles. Thanks, Anson

: Just finished my first build from plans - the 17 and half foot 'Point
: Bennett'.

: It was pretty straight forward and there wasn't to many surprises. I
: researched alot from archives here and the CLC web site and bought a
: stitch and glue building book. Took my time and did test samples if
: uncertain. Jumped in and went for it. The people who contribute here
: inspired confidence to take on the build.

: I've paddled the Point Bennett on ocean swells ( + rebounding waves) playing
: in the surf - up to 6 ft and flat water and some wind. It's is well
: behaved for me and tracks well - don't need a skeg/rudder so far. Fair
: primary stability and great secondary. Enough room for camping. Nice
: looking shape.

: I'm at 155 lbs and 5' 10" though you would be inside the designed
: weight/height range.

: Duane Strosaker who contributes here, designed and issued free at his web
: site the plans for this kayak, Thanks again Duane!

: Plans site - www.rollordrown.com

: Here's a link to my building blog.