: It´s just regular electrical tape available almost everywhere from
: Wal-mart to hardware stores from 1 dollar. (I used 3M´s
: Temflex1550).
: It will stick to the skin quite well but it will not provide any
: structural bond; I used it to cover the irregularities and
: staples.

: In the Sea Rider the staples are in the top side of the gunwales
: (the deck), while in the Nikumi they are in the side.
: I think it´s quite a good finish if you don´t use a stripe of
: wood.

: Here´s a picture ;)

Thanks so much! Those are beautiful kayaks. I have to build a cockpit hoop and then I can cover mine. I'll copy your method.

Thanks again

Michael