: I am going to build a Guillemot kayak, and I was just wondering about some of
: the accessories. For instance, what float bags and spray skirts tend to
: fit the best? Also, what do you guys recommend for the hatches to ensure a
: relatively waterproof fit with room to put gear in? Any help would be
: greatly appreciated!

If you're in Pullman (guessing from your wsu.edu email address), get over to NRS in Moscow and buy whatever they have in their sale corner. Most any sea kayak float bag will conform to fit your compartments. NRS's neoprene Kilt sprayskirts are about 60% of full retail price. Bungie rand is nice on wood boats.

I like the "Leidy Lids" style hatches--they don't kick spray up in your face, and are reasonably secure and watertight.

Happy paddling!
Shawn