Greetings from Ireland !

It gives me great pleasure to announce the arrival of the O'Guillemot ( a rare Celtic breed of that well-known bird/kayak ).

It took me from last October to build and I have to say that I couldn't have done it without the help of all you lads on the BBS. Needless to say, I am delighted with the final result. I had never paddled ANYTHING before, and despite a nervous start I already feel a great affinity to this boat. After lessons, I will be taking it camping on the River Shannon.

Nick,

Many, many thanks !!

Without your book I would have never even started such a project. The wishful-thinking was fun, the building extremely enjoyable, but nothing can compare to the thrill of launching/paddling a kayak which you have built yourself ( even though I wouldn't have had a clue without your excellent book !! ).

I include a link to my site which contains the gruesome details, although I am currently bringing it up to date.

p.s. Greg, I hope your launching went half as well as mine.