> kind of, I was thinking an easier S&G. Nick has prompted that his S&G is > challenging to put together. I was wondering if their was another proven small > design.

> I also built a putz boat about a year or so ago. It was fun. but it is not really > what I need. I quess i could design one but I was thinking more on the lines of > a more solid s&g. I paddle mostly on Lake Champlain where the wind can wip > up some high fequency waves that I would like to use this new boat to go out > in. I need something that is small and turns quickly. The expediton would be > my boat for most of my paddling and this boat would be for screwing around on > real nasty days.

> Tom Preska

Tom,

I know it's not a S&G or hard chined, but how about the alaska recovery kayak. It is small and meant for paddling in surf conditions.

I've done two Putz's. The second was a plywood version with the bow 4" higher (less weathercocking and plunging), flat decks to cut down on windage, and a smaller cockpit for a snug fit. It could also be shortened to be a 15 footer. Would be a fun playboat.

Mike