: I have built 10 kayaks but this was my first rudder installation or
: retrofit. Of course, the raked stern and upsweeping sheer line
: of my Point Bennett complicates things a bit. There were a lot
: of decisions to make. For this particular rudder, a pin mounted
: Feathercraft, I went for the step down recess. The job was a lot
: more work than I thought, but it works nicely.

That will add a new dimension to your cowboy recovery!
Nice installation.