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Kent, you could try river salvaged redwood. It's dark to almost black in some cases. I haven't worked with it but I understand it tends to be harder than second growth redwood. Have a look at http://www.woodsell.com
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Guillemot Kayak - High
Performance Wooden Sea Kayak Designs
