: your info is very interesting.
: for 41.5 lb we can get a reasonable s&g, can't we ?

Non-issue. We don't necessarily build SOF to be light. We build them to try something different. They can be light, though. I believe Mike's latest came in around 30 lbs.

: & it will be stronger.

Not really. A SOF may take compression hits better in some cases. As far as I'm concerned, if I get either type of boat in conditions that cause major structural problems, the difference between SOF and S&G will be the least of my worries

: about sealing the frame with epoxy, it adds some weight but it also adds
: strength & protects the wood from the salt water, so the frame will live
: longer. I wouldn't give it up.

I agree here. Your frame should be well sealed.

: I believe george roberts knows alot about saving weight. does anybody know
: if he is doing sof ?

No need for GR. Platt Monfort has been there - done that. Just need to add the necessary modifications for a kayak. (yet another kayak project!)

BP