I have looked at the Winters designs. I have a QCC kayak by him that I like a lot. Problem is that as I have lost weight, it has gotten a bit squirrely. Sitting too high into the wind. It's great packed with camping gear. I also think I'm a tad heavy for the Tasman Sea. I looked the specs over, and 180lb seems to be the upper limit. I researched this a lot before I submitted a question to the list. Thanks for the suggestion!

: You are right, there is not a lot out there. You might take a look at John
: Winters' 'Tasman Sea' design. It is short (13 1/2 ft) and supposed to be
: sporty. I have not heard any reports on how it paddles. The plans are sold
: by Green Valley Boats.

: Ralph