: My first experience in my Guillemot concerned me as well. It seemed to want
: to go anyway but straight. My 1st thought was that I screwed up in the
: building process.

: Now, after much time in the boat, adjusting and re-adjusting the seat, and
: generally getting use to the handling, I realize it was me not the kayak
: that was to blame.

: Other factors to consider are wind and current. Even light winds or currents
: can change the direction of your kayak. Being inexperienced I thought it
: had to be "blow your hat off" type winds to cause problems due
: to the low profile and lenght of the boat.

: I would put in numerous hours on different types of water and under varying
: conditions b4 changing anything.

: Whatever you do, have fun with it. Not much else feels like paddling a boat
: you built yourself.

I'm prety sure I need a skeg. I get it going straight and stop paddling and the boat will start to drift a little to the left. The longer I let it go the sharper the drift. After that I changed direction (180 degrees) and the boat does the same thing.If anyone else has added a skeg and has pictures I would appreciate the opportunity to see them. Thanks for all the help.

Mark