> Pete,

> I did a plywood version of the Walrus with a higher bow. It is just under
> 17' with a 22" beam and weighs 33lbs. It is a very strong tracker but
> carves very crisp turns. Length is adjustable, as well as depth. Deck
> design is up to the builder. Cost was $140, but I had forms leftover from
> the skin version, so add $30 (plus whatever the book costs). It is my
> favorite kayak now, it is very playful. Let me know if you are interested
> and I could give you more specifics.

Please send specifics. What type of ply did you use? Also what was the glass used? Must have used either birch ply or luaan..

Looking forward to seeing any pictures too. Is the length adjustable just like a strippers length is adjustable?? By scaling between the stations....

Also, I guess you build it around some forms on a strongback and then remove the forms?

Any details to this mode of construction are good. Also is time required similar to normal S&G outside of cutting forms and strongback building.

How did you figure out how to cut the panels?

Thanks, Pete

> Mike