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Skin-on-Frame: How would you cover a kayak for $100?
By:Justin Barnett
Date: 5/24/2010, 9:42 am

I have all the materials for my frame, and I just got my budget for covering it: $100. I am building Yost's 13' Sea Bee, probably the multi-chine version. I am completely new to kayaking, and kayak building. I will be kayaking in some local brush lined creeks and small lakes in WV. I really like the look of some boats I have seen with white nylon fabric and a clear finish, but I'm sure that some look could be obtained with different fabrics, although yellowing of the finish could be a concern.

Knowing all this, what would be the best way to cover my kayak (including any sewing or glueing) for under $100?

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Skin-on-Frame: How would you cover a kayak for $100?
Justin Barnett -- 5/24/2010, 9:42 am
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Aaron H -- 5/24/2010, 4:54 pm
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Mike Hanks -- 5/24/2010, 9:55 pm
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Dave Gentry -- 5/24/2010, 3:25 pm
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Brian Nystrom -- 5/25/2010, 9:01 am
*Update*
Justin Barnett -- 5/24/2010, 12:47 pm
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Brian Scarborough -- 5/25/2010, 9:41 pm
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Brian Nystrom -- 5/25/2010, 9:06 am
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Paul G. Jacobson -- 5/24/2010, 2:52 pm
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Kudzu -- 5/24/2010, 1:29 pm
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Nele -- 5/24/2010, 1:00 pm