: I hear you. The problem is that there isn't absolute answer. It
: varies substantially on the overall dimensions of the boat and
: where the chines are placed. The challenge with skin on frame
: boats is that no two are the same and the adjustments you have
: made to accommodate the beam will change the performance of the
: boat making it impossible to say with any certainty what kind of
: performance gain or loss might be generated by going with a
: multi-chine hull.

: I don't know your level of experience in kayak construction, which
: is also a factor. If this is a first boat, it might be prudent
: to go with the simpler design (easier to paddle, fewer things to
: go wrong) and save the multi-chine for your next build. The
: beauty of SOF is there is always a next boat.

: Eric M.

Well this will be my first build so new to say the least. I have other wood working projects under my belt but nothing like this. I think maybe single chine is the way for me to go. My concern was the structural stability of a 1" piece of wood on a 3/4" edge. However it seems to be the norm so I should probably not be concerned. Thanks for the insight.

Stefan