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GREAT Stuff !!!
Robert Zirkle <r_kzirkle@mail.ttlc.net>
Hampton, NH USA - Tuesday, January 05, 1999 at 20:41:24 (EST)

Just looking to make a kayak that comes from the heart, not a mold.
Sean Lennon <sean.lennon@fanucrobotics.com>
Rochester, Mi USA - Tuesday, January 05, 1999 at 18:44:20 (EST)

I am researching plans and methods for building two cedar strip kayaks, one for myself and one for my spouse.
Jimmie L. Payton <Jimmie_Payton@dlr.disney.com>
Anaheim, CA USA - Tuesday, January 05, 1999 at 10:24:24 (EST)

thinking about building a canoe or kayak - strip style. also thinking about the method for building a gull (constant camber) skiff. strips look a hell of a lot simpler than the vacuum bagged cold molding the plans call for... nice site! doug crum
DOUG CRUM <crum3529@aol.com>
boise, id USA - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 21:36:37 (EST)

these boats are works of art,i am impressed. I have been looking into different kits on the net and when i came across your site i have'nt been able to look any further. I will be sending for more info soon. thanks for the eye candy,definately bookmarked now.
Eddie Drake <ejdrake@juno.com or cakum@bellsouth.net>
west palm beach, fl. USA - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 19:32:40 (EST)

Hello Nick; The Guillemot is finished and I gave it to my in-law for christmas. I made a variation of the pattern on the expedition single as shown on the cover of the book.Time ca.300 hrs. It is absolutely gorgeous.I used spruce and western red cedar.Picture is onthe way. Rune B.
Rune Burdahl <burdahl.kajakk@c2i.net>
Høyanger , Norway - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 18:27:28 (EST)

I've been looking for a new wood project and I think one of your plan sets is it, as soon as I make up my mind on which one to build! You do beautiful work. G.DeLisle
Gary R. DeLisle <deli@cass.net>
Petersburg, mi USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 19:14:26 (EST)

Nice to see information pages that are so easy to cruise through.I am trying to find a K-trip quickly to meet my vacation time needs or loose time. Any tips would be appreciated.
Drew <hhinc@gowebway.com>
East Chatham, NY USA - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 12:29:02 (EST)

i like your web site. keep up the good work!
earl o'blenis <coblenis@auracom.com>
amherst, n.s. canada - Sunday, January 03, 1999 at 11:15:33 (EST)

Mint, very useful. All the information that I have been looking for. Keep it up!!!
Casper Sijpesteijn <csijpesteijn@hotmail.com>
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire England (UK) - Saturday, January 02, 1999 at 10:37:41 (EST)

Enjoyed your web page. I am currently building a tack+tape sailing skiff called a gypsy and am going to attempt a kayak next At 6'4" 240lbs I have to choose my plan carefully any suggestions would be appreciated. thanks Rob
Rob Ames <rogue@top.monad.net>
francestown, NH USA - Friday, January 01, 1999 at 17:30:02 (EST)

very interesting concept
Burt Mahoney <lbm345@aol.com>
Benicia, CA USA - Thursday, December 31, 1998 at 02:36:23 (EST)

I'm very interesting in building a Sea Kayak. Any information on buying materials in the UK if I use your plans. Either S&G or Strip built.
John Pomeroy <john.pomeroy@92aa.freeserve.co.uk>
Nr. London, Essex UK - Wednesday, December 30, 1998 at 14:43:53 (EST)

hi nick, thank for writing the book, i am med, ret. from the us army an have time/ place (ie: wood shop on base) to start strip kayak but maybe i am not understanding the section on lofting. when transfering the numbers from the deck buttocs there are numbers that are omitted but are they needed to complete the lofting and if so reading the i do not get a clear picture of how to do this. please if you can help me understand how to do this i would realy be greatfuly indeted to you. yours truly john pulliam
john pulliam <jtpulliam@yahoo.com>
chesapeake, va USA - Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at 17:08:33 (EST)

Just baught your strip built sea kayak book. This is an excellent book for learning from I am impressed with the indepthness of the information in the book. VERY HELPFUL. Thanks for a great book. bill siler.
bill siler <cyberwras@aol.com>
kuna, ID USA - Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at 13:43:31 (EST)

I paddle an Ocen Kayak "Scrambler" around my hometown bay, very near where Ramey Air Force Base used to be (present temperature: 79 degrees F. I am about 25 minutes from Rincon, a world-known surfer's delight. I AM NOT a surfer but my daughter and son-in-law are. My kayaking rating: BEGINNER/AMATEUR.
Luis A. Calderon <luis.calderon@usa.net>
Aguadilla, PR USA - Monday, December 28, 1998 at 21:09:17 (EST)

i was impreesed with your boats. i am looking for a fast boat that is easly built by a first time builder like me. i saw the Yare by Chsapeake Light Craft and liked it but could the lengh be shortned to about 13 feet. i was wondering how much would it cost for you to draw and make a wood strip kit. thanks
Chris D'Alfonso <cdalfons@vtc.vsc.edu>
randolph center, vt USA - Sunday, December 27, 1998 at 19:50:15 (EST)

Great web page. !!!
Craig Johnson <http://cjmjmjsj>
USA - Saturday, December 26, 1998 at 14:00:01 (EST)

We enjoy brousing in your pages! We´re searching for plans for a kayak, Great Auk?, which can be adapted to make us each a kayak. Lisa is 5´4", 130 lbs. and Lars is 6´, 190 lbs.
Lisa Nagle and Lars Jacobsen <Kestrel@post. tele.dk>
Denmark - Saturday, December 26, 1998 at 05:15:03 (EST)

Wow!!!!! simply the best, you truly are an inspiration Although we make fibreglass kayaks, I have always admired wood. The town we live in is called "knysna' it is the old Khoisen word for 'place of wood'! and believe me we have access to the widest variety of wood, one day I might just be adventerous. Regards Pat
Pat <kfm.kny@pixie.co.za>
Knysna, sa South Africa - Saturday, December 26, 1998 at 03:33:10 (EST)

What can I say ? I´m very impressed !!!!!!!!!
Joakim Sjöquist <joakim@nacka.mail.telia.com>
Stockholm, Sweden - Saturday, December 26, 1998 at 02:24:19 (EST)

I think your Kayaks are beautiful and I am very interested in building two. One for me and one for my wife. We want them for expetition/touring. I have researched many kayak options and I like yours the best.
Christopher J. Callison <cc12772@mindspring.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Saturday, December 26, 1998 at 00:57:16 (EST)

Hi gh School Woods Teacher I'll be back.
LARRY LIEBLER
PETOSKEY, MI USA - Wednesday, December 23, 1998 at 00:48:39 (EST)

I havn't built a stripper yet , but I'm trying to get as much info that I can before the start . ( measure twice cut once) I'm still debating wether a canoe or kayak . This web suit has help a lot . Keep up the nice work
Ronald Blake <rblake3425@aol.com>
Fairview, PA USA - Thursday, December 17, 1998 at 12:28:20 (EST)

Great site! I hope to build my own soon. Planning a trip around Nova Scotia with Bruce Middleton. I have a Wilderness Systems Sealution 2. I paddled last Sunday--I'll be on the water 'till it's ice! Take care.
Pat Gormley
Queensbury, ny USA - Thursday, December 17, 1998 at 11:07:08 (EST)

Great web page, some questions on the flush hatch details. what software do you use for design?Have strip built a White Guide canoe, a few wee lassies two expanded wee lassies , a 14'10" white water and two kayaks of my own design an have a 15' canoe on the stongback now . I like your designs and stip patern ideas. Imay want to build one of your Guillemots
John Skutel <jms@together.net>
North Hero, VT USA - Wednesday, December 16, 1998 at 10:58:34 (EST)

Great web page, some questions on the flush hatch details. what software do you use for design?
John Skutel <jms@together.net>
North Hero, VT USA - Wednesday, December 16, 1998 at 10:48:10 (EST)

I have built a wood frame and canvas kayak, two plywood kayaks and a 20' wood strip canoe. I would like to build a wood strip kayak since I live, work and explore the Pacific Northwest.
Randy Warnock <RandyWarncok@wadnr.gov>
Toledo, WA USA - Tuesday, December 15, 1998 at 20:09:09 (EST)

A very good web site!!!!
Antonio Mazzone <mazzone@almasrl.com>
Tricarico, MT Italy - Monday, December 14, 1998 at 14:01:36 (EST)

Thank you for putting this web page together. I have been kayaking in Alaska for the past 23 years. I appreciate people who build their own kayaks, design develop their own equipment, trip plan and preparation lists. If you ever want to kayak in Southeast Alaska feel free to contact me. I am not a guide for hire. I just know the country well because I live and I have spent a lot of time on the open ocean and inside passages. Keep up the good work.
Ric Iannolino <converge@ptialaska.net>
Juneau, AK USA - Sunday, December 13, 1998 at 15:51:59 (EST)

I am currently building an 18' White guide model cedar strip canoe from Gilpatricks book. Enjoyed your webpage!
Gene Stalnaker <genestal@pacinfo.com>
Harrisburg, Or USA - Sunday, December 13, 1998 at 03:19:08 (EST)

Enjoyed your site very much. Alot of good info. Building a Chesapeake 18 this winter.
Joe Pitcheralle <thejudge@rangeley.org>
Rangeley, ME USA - Saturday, December 12, 1998 at 20:44:28 (EST)

hope to build a strip built canoe this winter
Mark Rinehart <rinehart @ slic.com>
Richville, N. Y. USA - Friday, December 11, 1998 at 20:42:55 (EST)

Just Ordered your Book. Have built 4 Strip Canoes and 5 skin Kayaks. Can't wait to combine the two
Burt Carter <bcarter@datacount.com>
Auburn, AL USA - Thursday, December 03, 1998 at 13:36:15 (EST)

Please send me any print info you have on plans or kits! Thanks, Cary Retlin 302 Percival St NW Olympia, WA 98502
Cary Retlin <carybart@earthlink.net>
Olympia , WA USA - Wednesday, December 02, 1998 at 17:34:15 (EST)

I'd like to order your book
Peter Lucyga <SPLucyga@aol.com>
Virginia Beach, VA USA - Wednesday, December 02, 1998 at 14:10:01 (EST)

Nick Thanks for your guidance in selecting and modifications to fit my needs. Waiting for the plans and planning for the trip that will fulfill one of my lifes dreams. Thanx again. Terry
Terry Lee <terrylee@bigplanet.com>
Ca USA - Wednesday, December 02, 1998 at 13:53:00 (EST)

planning to get a kayak soon, thanx for your web site, really enjoyed it, especially the pics, bye~~~~~~
kenny kim <can99999@aol.com>
USA - Friday, November 27, 1998 at 08:36:29 (EST)

I just completed a Goerge Dyson Design Baidarka. I modified it to have three hatches and use a feathercraft rudder system. I was suprised to see the pictures on your web site about building a Baidarka. I thought someone had taken pictures of my garage. I sailed it last week for the first time in a heavy wind. What a blast!! This design is lite and suprisingly fast. If you would like pictures for you web site. email me at alanlue @ aol.com. Thanks I injoyed your web page. Alan Lueders
Alan <alanlue@aol.com>
Camarillo, Ca USA - Thursday, November 26, 1998 at 10:48:50 (EST)

I bought your strip built book and built a guillemot. I am very pleased with the way it turned out. Thanks for making a book that showed me how to build a strip kayak. I enjoyed building it and am thinking about building another. I'm hooked!
john vaughn <savahone@aol.com>
savannah, ga USA - Wednesday, November 25, 1998 at 20:35:41 (EST)

I built a pygmy kit that I like very much (stitch and glue) but I would like to try to build a strip kayak because they have such nice form. I like your pages and info, when I have more time I will read more and consider looking at your plans. Have you explored the design of an ultralight packable kayak?
Kevin Filter <barlow@pacifier.com>
portland, or USA - Wednesday, November 25, 1998 at 01:08:53 (EST)

Look forward to more information on your page.
Peter Treby <ptreby@ozemail.com.au>
Melbourne, Vic Australia - Tuesday, November 24, 1998 at 19:40:29 (EST)

Nick: I purchased your book The Strip-Built Sea Kayak and have enjoyed reading it. For asethetic reasons only, I tend to favor the Great Auk. I have built several stripper canoes and sold them, so I feel comfortable about building your designs. However, I am more interested in the Auk's paddling characteristics relative to a new person getting into kayaking. Both wife and I are novices in kayaking. Your thoughts would be appreciated. Kevin P.S. The Great Auk was another environmental glitch in man's quest for riches.
Kevin Webb <kswebb@neworld.net>
Auburn, CA USA - Tuesday, November 24, 1998 at 15:36:38 (EST)

Nick: I've seen your designs, bought the book...Have the tools; just need the space. What do you think of Oak as a medium? Most tell me, too heavy. Is this true? You use Cedar, Spruce, Pine,Redwood. What other woods are suitable? Question. I'm thinking of taking an extended trip around Australia.Color me foolish, but it sounds plausible. My reasoning for Oak as the planks(Strips) is for durability. what are your thoughts? I'm a fairly big fella; 6'2";210#. The expedition allows 248# as it's capacity. Is there any way to increase it's load capability? My toll free number here in Hawaii is 1/888/943/5065. If you need to talk. E-mail is Fine also. Thanks for the many nights of restless sleep... Cia Paul
Paul Schreiber <pschreiber@yahoo.com>
Holualoa, Hi USA - Monday, November 23, 1998 at 23:38:31 (EST)

Interrested in information on sea kayaking Baja.
Tim Randall <RANDALLS_7BOI@compuserve.com>
Boise, Id USA - Sunday, November 22, 1998 at 22:40:27 (EST)

Gonna build a kayak - someday
Mik Benson <bensok@recorder.ca>
brockville, on canada k6v 6x9 - Sunday, November 22, 1998 at 00:01:19 (EST)

Interesting site. I will mention it in our next newsletter. (Auckland Sea Kayak Network)
Vincent Maire <asknet@xtra.co.nz>
Auckland, New Zealand - Friday, November 20, 1998 at 14:03:38 (EST)

I am an avid kayaker and was surfing the net when I found your site. It is very good and interesting. I will be communicating in the future for some pointers. Thank you, Roberto Halais
Roberto Halais <robhal@coqui.net>
San Juan, PR USA - Friday, November 20, 1998 at 12:51:22 (EST)

Intresting and informative
andrew lloyd
USA - Friday, November 20, 1998 at 07:29:32 (EST)

Excellent content! I shall return...
Garry Knezacek <mss@osg.net>
Terrace, B.C. CANADA - Thursday, November 19, 1998 at 23:19:42 (EST)

Very informative site!
Jack DuMoulin <dumoulin@bc.sympatico.ca>
Burnaby, BC Canada - Tuesday, November 17, 1998 at 23:16:32 (EST)

I am interested in your Guillemot double. Most likely I will purchase your book in the future
Herman Schiller <schiller@coastalnet.com>
New Bern, NC USA - Monday, November 16, 1998 at 18:46:11 (EST)

Great Web Site! It is by far the most comprehensive web site on kayak building and related information. I will be building a kayak this spring thanks to this web site and a few others (that really don't compare). -J
Jonathan Goulding <jgouldin@lynx.neu.edu>
Harvard, Ma USA - Monday, November 16, 1998 at 08:36:04 (EST)

This is my first time at your site and hope to be back soon. I am looking to build a Kayak, I am getting ideas of what I want, and what I'm able to build. I have looked at stichand glue Kits. I find the strip method to show more of the woods character. I will continue to look at your models
Frank Price <frankprice98@yahoo.com>
Akron, oh USA - Sunday, November 15, 1998 at 02:05:53 (EST)

Ordered your book from a book store before I found this page. I can hardly wait until it arrives. I am highly impressed with this web site, it is one of the best I've ever seen.
Larry Griffin <Grif110@aol.com>
Humble, TX USA - Saturday, November 14, 1998 at 23:25:28 (EST)

Unable to find your book for building cedarwood sea kayaks locally. Can you advise anyone in UK who I can contact ? Now retired and want a good Winter project to keep the mind alive. Will take over a part built kayak if offered.
B.W.Moore. Mr. <bwmoore@x-stream.co.uk>
Stockton, CL UK - Saturday, November 14, 1998 at 16:04:21 (EST)

I have spoiled two days of work now because of those beautiful boats!!
Jørgen Drangfelt <jdrangfelt@hotmail.com>
Norway - Wednesday, November 11, 1998 at 10:03:18 (EST)

Great site. I'm torn between the beauty of the Expedition Single and the simplicity and volume of the Great Auk. Maybe I should build both??!! If anyone wants info on kayaking at Isle Royale National Park, feel free to contact me. Bob
Bob Marr <rmarr@mtu.edu>
Houghton, MI USA - Tuesday, November 10, 1998 at 13:20:20 (EST)

Really impressed by the superb craftsmanship. I've built five cedar strip kayaks, but your boats are an inspiration. Great site. Cheers.
Rob Tipa <robtipa@clear.net.nz>
Dunedin , New Zealand - Monday, November 09, 1998 at 05:19:58 (EST)

JUST INTRESTED IN BUILDING A KAYAK AND YOUR PAGE SEEMED TO BE A GOOD RESOURCE TO FIND THE INFO NECESSARY TO STARTED.
LARRY SMITH <FOFSIXTY@JUNO.COM>
MERIDIAN, ID USA - Monday, November 09, 1998 at 01:29:03 (EST)

Wonderful page. Very informative.
Myles <MFeerick@glovia.com>
San Francisco, USA - Monday, November 09, 1998 at 01:23:08 (EST)

Nice Web site!! I just started looking into literature on Strip canoes and kayaks. I own a 16 foot loonII from Old town, and I am hooked on Kayaks. The chance to build my own boat is now my newest interest.
Todd Roost <hydeeb@hotmail.com>
Fort Atkinson , wi USA - Sunday, November 08, 1998 at 00:06:39 (EST)

Great Site. I'm going to build my first strip kayak and your page provides some very valuable information.
Bill Spangler <willie@snakebite.com>
Cameron Park, CA USA - Saturday, November 07, 1998 at 10:32:54 (EST)

Great book on strip built kayak's. I'm looking forward to getting started.
douglas f. yock <coutler@aol.com>
bristol, ri USA - Saturday, November 07, 1998 at 09:49:56 (EST)

great site
Russ Wolf <wolf@cyberramp.net>
Lewisville, TX USA - Friday, November 06, 1998 at 11:41:27 (EST)

Very nice page you got.
Anders Eriksson <gt_anders@yahoo.com>
Linköping, Sweden - Thursday, November 05, 1998 at 05:52:03 (EST)

Have Little Auk forms set up should start stripping in a couple of weeks. Great book.
Rick Saum <saumr@infinet.com>
Newark, Oh USA - Tuesday, November 03, 1998 at 22:30:52 (EST)

I'm a student at Northland College in Wisconsin, and two of my friends and I are soon to enter the realm of kayak building. Your site has been helpful with advice, info., etc. and inspirational. Hopefully by next spring, I'll have my own boat to take out. Thanks!
Magnolia Vahey <vm9362@wheeler.northland.edu>
Ashland, WI USA - Tuesday, November 03, 1998 at 18:10:42 (EST)

I am getting ready to chose my first kayak to build and ,of course I don't have a good idea as to what to buoild? I am a serious woodworker of average skills,weigh 170,5'9", class 4/5 conoest,3/4 kayaker,and have done one week kayak cruising trips. Usually I have to carry all my water,salt water paddling, and all gear. Therefore I am at a loss as to what to build???? ANY HELP WOULD BE HELPFUL
michael collector <mcollect@welcklink.welch.jhu.edu>
baltimore, md USA - Tuesday, November 03, 1998 at 15:46:45 (EST)

looking for plans to build my own kayak
Simon Forsyth <forsyth@zip.com.au>
Sydney, Australia - Monday, November 02, 1998 at 19:13:16 (EST)

Fun to meet you, electronically. my wife and i have enjoyed paddling on ong Island Sound for seven years. It is great to gam with someone who does it with real style and reach. you inspire us to get on to Fisher's Island Sound and over to Shelter Island and some of the fun spots between the forks. thanks for putting your site together. Jonathan DuBois
Jonathan DuBois <dubo6999@mlb.com>
Greenwich, CT USA - Thursday, October 29, 1998 at 21:29:36 (EST)

Just looking over your pages.......... Looks go so far. I am going to building a boat this winter. Am searching for plans or kit.......Jack
Jack Breeden <jbreeden@interconnect.net>
Corpus Christi, TX USA - Thursday, October 29, 1998 at 17:11:34 (EST)

Being 6'5" @ 225#. What other designs would accomodate my form (other than the Expedition Single) ??
Peter A Sarnosky <hbeing@earthlink.net>
Chattanooga, TN USA - Thursday, October 29, 1998 at 07:00:00 (EST)

This is without question the best kayak builder's internet resource available. The BBS is informative, entertaining, and filled with lively debates on the vrtues of various techniques and building philosophies. Nick Schade's Book is well worth the price. Nick (the sysop) is friendly, and he allows people who use the BBS the freedom to disagree with his opinions and to drift off subject a little from time to time. Keep up the good work Nick! Kudos.
Mark Kanzler <M_Kanzler@yahoo.com>
Westminster, CA USA - Wednesday, October 28, 1998 at 10:20:29 (EST)

Great web site!
Dave Huckabone <kkdbone@aol.com>
Middletown, CT USA - Wednesday, October 28, 1998 at 08:24:08 (EST)

Haven't looked yet.
jim lindamood <jjl@surenet.net>
kearney, ont canada - Tuesday, October 27, 1998 at 20:21:59 (EST)

Nice site,Great links!
Rob August <Rau1966@aol.com>
Shelton, WA USA - Saturday, October 24, 1998 at 23:44:51 (EDT)

Great site. I added it to my favorites.
Darryl Guillory <long202@aol.com>
Longview, TX USA - Friday, October 23, 1998 at 09:57:01 (EDT)

Nick, I've just been given a copy of your book for my birthday; my question is,is it OK to NOT use 'glass sheathing and build using just epxoy wood saturation tech- nique as per the WEST System . . . Thanks for the book it is fantastic Greg
Greg Barwick <greg.barwick@airservices.gov.au>
Melbourne, VIC Australia - Thursday, October 22, 1998 at 23:04:54 (EDT)

Thanks Nick! Say, is it relatively easy to build a kayak without the patterns?
Thom Stack <Testack@aol.com>
Erie, PA USA - Tuesday, October 20, 1998 at 21:52:15 (EDT)

I have enjoyed the information available on this site and on the bbs info exchange site. I am new to this area (kayaks), having sold my power boats when I moved to Jacksonville two years ago from Pensacola Florida. Scuba diving and fishing every week of the year came to a close in 1994 when due to BRAC (Base Realignment And Closure) 1993 my dive buddies of 15+ years scattered to different areas. Resurrection of a diving/fishing environment in Jacksonville, just didn't have the same feelings associated with it anymore. Fortunately, I have came into contact with kayaks recently and the comfort and peace that I associate with being on the water has returned. I was getting ready to buy a plastic kayak, when I inadvertently discovered the possibilities of manufacturing S&G plywood/fiberglass. Further investigation on the internet has revealed a whole new light on the subject. I decided to build a CLC Chesapeake 17. It may not be the best kayak out there. (But as President Clinton would say, you need to define "best"). I am very intrigued by the strippers. Actually I am intrigued by all the kayak manufacturing/building.
Don Knapp <drdok@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Tuesday, October 20, 1998 at 21:33:39 (EDT)

Just received your book in the mail. My friend and I are currently gathering tools and wood to begin our first attempt at the "Guillemot". Look for our questions in the coming weeks. Thanks Scott Brown and Kip Chojnacki.
Scott Brown <brownr@soc.mil>
Fayetteville, NC USA - Tuesday, October 20, 1998 at 08:51:49 (EDT)

I have built a number of traditional wood canoes (14,16ft)and would now like to craft an 18 ft. sea kayak. I was scanning/ surfing (new lingo) the net and found your site. GREAT !! Plan to get your book ASAP!
Lee Wright <dew@viagrafix.net>
Pryor, OK USA - Monday, October 19, 1998 at 01:41:48 (EDT)

I am finishing a stitch and glue kayak now. I am reading your book and would like to build a strip built kayak next.
David Sunshine <dmsvt@aol.com>
Richmond, Vt USA - Saturday, October 17, 1998 at 23:35:53 (EDT)

i am looking to build a boat in the near future and your page is going to be very helpful, i think. your boats are the most beautiful out there!
colin aikman
denali park, ak USA - Saturday, October 17, 1998 at 15:22:21 (EDT)

to soon to comment
Nelson Struck <nstruck@bellatlantic.net>
Oakland, NJ USA - Saturday, October 17, 1998 at 07:34:40 (EDT)

Hi John,Enjoyed your web site. We are future builders, trying to understand all the building options and kits. Intend to build two for ourselves, then go on to more for the Boy Scout Troop! Thanks for your info. Bob and Brent
Brent Macomber <bobarete@prodigy.net>
Ramona, CA USA - Wednesday, October 14, 1998 at 00:39:12 (EDT)

Nick, I just received a copy of your book this morning and I had to write to tell you how excited I am about it! You obviously put a lot of effort and experience into it and I need to say thank you! I am getting ready to build Jay Babina's Outer Island and your book is sure to be the best tool I could have. Obviously I have not read the whole thing yet but the content and the photos and sections I've viewed so far are the best "how To" I've seen on any subject. Thanks again. John
John R. cain <jrcain@flash.net>
Elburn, IL USA - Tuesday, October 13, 1998 at 22:20:02 (EDT)

A wonderful, very informative site. I have never built a boat of any kind before, but this is intriguing. Would love to see you in action, your boats are beautiful.
Glenn Ballou <glenelen@clinic.net>
Bath, Me USA - Tuesday, October 13, 1998 at 21:35:02 (EDT)

After a trip to the upper peninsula of Michigan, I became interested in kayaks. I love wooden boats and have been thinking of building a rowing boat. Now a kayak looks like the way to go. My sister sent me your URL. Her husband built one of your designs and is pleased with the result. I might give it a try.
Richard Clark <hdbuddy@hotmail.com>
Dearborn, MI USA - Sunday, October 11, 1998 at 17:43:36 (EDT)

A wish of mine is to start building a strip built sea kayak out of red wood. From what I have read the timber seems to be OK. I am looking for plans for a 19ft expedition boat with atleast two water tight compartments. A rudder is a necessary item as I paddle in large following sea a great part of the time. Cheers.
Don Mclaren <dmclaren@clear.net.nz>
USA - Sunday, October 11, 1998 at 06:04:06 (EDT)

Great site! I have never attempted to build my own boat but after reading all of this I think I'll give it a shot!
Robert W Van Niel <Rvducky@aol.com>
Dublin, Ca USA - Sunday, October 11, 1998 at 00:50:41 (EDT)

Just cruising the web and I came across your site. We may not be related, but there is another Schade who appreciates your way to have fun!
Tanja Schade <562 Bronson Way NE (sorry, only snail mail)>
Renton , WA USA - Saturday, October 10, 1998 at 14:18:03 (EDT)

I'm looking for some info on kayak building. I'm not yet into the sport, but I plan to plunge in once I'm out of college, and can afford the materials, plans, and tools. I know I could get an old used one, but I really want to build my own.
Dave Mangin <dmang654@uwsp.edu>
Stevens Point, WI USA - Wednesday, October 07, 1998 at 11:44:22 (EDT)

I like your site. It seems to be very informative and well designed. Thanks
Steven Corbin <scorbin@amlinen.com>
Salt Lake City, UT USA - Monday, October 05, 1998 at 21:03:27 (EDT)

Enjoy looking at your web site, sometime in the future I plan to make a Kayak. I'm currently looking at various types and evaluating the differences and what will work for me. I plan to build one myself. Note--pictures are worth a thousand words.
Lou Poulin <poulins@networksplus.net>
Manhattan, Ks USA - Saturday, October 03, 1998 at 16:10:51 (EDT)

A friend and I want to build our first strip built kayaks this winter. Currently we are evaluating designs, etc. Could use any and all advice on how to get started and mistakes to avoid, book recommendations, video on how-to etc. A site like this will be our place to start.
Dan Brandner <dbran@landolakes.com>
Marshfield, WI USA - Saturday, October 03, 1998 at 10:39:17 (EDT)

I found your site while searching for "kayaks". I was wondering if you have a catalog with plans and what the finished product should look like (ie. if I dont screw up) I would like to make a strip kayak one day and plans would be nice. Let me know also any cost for catalog and do you accept credit cards for mail order. Thanks Andrew Stryker
Andrew stryker <astryker@mpltx.com>
Waco, TX USA - Friday, October 02, 1998 at 17:33:26 (EDT)

Really enjoyed your pages. I do a lot of canoeing in the North of Saskatchewan and have been thinking about going to the coast to paddle around the Queen Charlottes, Johnstone St. etc. I am now seriously considering building my own sea kayak. Because I think it will be fun and nice to own. Thanks for the info and enthusiasism, Warren
Warren Long <long@sedsystems.ca>
Saskatoon, SK Canada - Thursday, October 01, 1998 at 12:12:47 (EDT)

Nick, I purchased your fine book (you signed it for me) at the St. Michaels Wooden Boat Show. I've read other how-to's for strip building since then and still think that yours is the best by far. I haven't decided yet which kayak I want to build, but Austin's endless summer will be over soon and it will be time to start working on one. My CLC 16 is still serving me well but your boats or so beautiful I just have to build one. Monte
Monte Rhodes <rhodesm@apple.com>
Austin, TX USA - Wednesday, September 30, 1998 at 15:20:37 (EDT)

The best kayak building site I've found on the net. Will be coming back manuy more times as my project with the explorer gets underway thanks
Jamie Scott <rupert@beyond.net.au>
Townsville, QLD Australia - Tuesday, September 29, 1998 at 06:35:09 (EDT)

Brilliant site. Has motivated me to build a kayak. I have ordered the book and plan to build the Guillemot single. Would be interested to here from any other Australians who have a strip built kayak.
Murray Oakley <MTO@bigpond.com.au>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Monday, September 28, 1998 at 06:47:36 (EDT)

for info on kayaking the mississippi river, feel free tp give out my name.
jose torres, kayak man of the mighty mississippi <sweetpea@pe.net>
hemet, ca USA - Sunday, September 27, 1998 at 23:59:27 (EDT)

Sweet looking boats. I'm now paddling a CLC Patunxet But would like to see a little more in stability. ( Taking a camera along could mean getting wet) A strip boat looks like a great winter project.
Ron Imrie <rimrie@mediaone.net>
Bedford, NH USA - Sunday, September 27, 1998 at 14:17:13 (EDT)

great !
jeff <northcoasthappy@yahoo.com>
tillamook, or USA - Sunday, September 27, 1998 at 07:46:52 (EDT)

first look at wood strip construction. I'm going to look further.Thanks
john berendt <jberendt@rust.net>
clinton twp, mi USA - Sunday, September 27, 1998 at 01:15:41 (EDT)

I saw a photo of the "Kai Koa" in the October issue of Sea Kayaker. That is also where I obtained information regarding your website. Cool site! Although, I was not able to find any info on this particular kayak, otherwise known as the "Ocean Warrior". It is a an extremely beautiful and elegant boat, and I am interested in finding out more about it. I may be sending for the Guillemot Kayak catalog shortly.
Marschinda V. Felix <marschinda@juno.com>
Oxnard, CA USA - Saturday, September 26, 1998 at 20:50:37 (EDT)

thanks for putting such an informative location together
Dennis Chilcote <chilc001@tc.umn.edu>
Mpls, MN USA - Saturday, September 26, 1998 at 08:56:33 (EDT)

I am looking forward to get started on my winter project when I receive my Guillemot Double plans.
Peter-John Ball <godball@aei.ca>
Dorval, PQ Canada - Tuesday, September 22, 1998 at 22:09:43 (EDT)

Great site! I'm trying to help a friend who recently moved to Madison, CT who wants to purchase a kayak. Can you help me? thanks, Jeff
jeff hassinger <jeffcoach@aol.com>
chalfont, pa USA - Monday, September 21, 1998 at 16:52:10 (EDT)

I'M ALMOST READY TO START BUILDING THIS WINTER, I LOVE THE STUDY PLANS OF YOUR KAYAKS AND CAN'T WAIT TO READ YOUR BOOK
JIM HARVEY <699586@CADVISION.COM>
CALGARY, ALBERTA CANADA - Monday, September 21, 1998 at 14:34:49 (EDT)

Great site, gets excited, about starting a kayak kit for the winter.
Jack Jacobson <jac061549@worldnet.att.net>
Flushing, NY USA - Monday, September 21, 1998 at 12:43:13 (EDT)

I am just starting on a dream to build my own kayak. Your site is an excellent starting point for me. Thanks for the effort. Regards Andrew Mc Kune
Andrew Mc Kune <Mckunea1@med.und.ac.za>
Durban, South Africa - Monday, September 21, 1998 at 08:18:49 (EDT)

My father and I are about 2 months into the building of Nick's Guillemot. So far it is looking well. We are finishing up the cockpit lip and things look well. I figured now was the time to sign the guestbook
Winthrop M. Short <cmsats@prodigy.net>
Barrington, IL USA - Sunday, September 20, 1998 at 22:26:04 (EDT)

I just made a trip through Colorado and saw kayakers on the river. I got the fever to build one. Check ya out soon!!
Ted Parker <tedp@hometel.com>
St Jacob, IL USA - Sunday, September 20, 1998 at 12:10:19 (EDT)

I just made a trip through Colorado and saw kayakers on ther river. I got the fever to build one. Check ya out soon!!
Ted Parker <tedp@hometel.com>
St Jacob, IL USA - Sunday, September 20, 1998 at 12:06:02 (EDT)

Your kayaks look beautiful. Read about them in Atlantic Coastal Kayaker mag. Very interesting article. I built a plywood fiberglass kayak a couple of years ago and enjoy it a lot. Currently in the process of building a wood strip canoe. I might build one of your designs next.
Jim Geary <JIMGEARY@AOL.COM>
Bass Harbor, ME USA - Friday, September 18, 1998 at 22:47:20 (EDT)

Just came across your site looks good, think I'll look around.
David Holbrook <dah@mail1.halcyon.com>
Seattle , WA USA - Friday, September 18, 1998 at 22:21:34 (EDT)

Dear Nick, Finally on the net trough a buddy of mine. I bought a Guillemot plan set and your book. I have studied your book a lot and it is excellent. It took me a month to set up the forms but now I have started stripping the deck on the guillemot.I will E-mail a picture when the boat is finished.Take care.
Rune Burdahl <anderl@online.no>
5900 Høyanger, Norway - Thursday, September 17, 1998 at 15:24:53 (EDT)

Your boats are absolutely beautiful! I was thinking of building a stitch and glue boat from another company, but then I found your website and I fell in love with these boats. I can asure you that I will be ordering a set of plans from you soon.
Todd Wright <twright@redshift.com>
Pacific Grove, CA USA - Wednesday, September 16, 1998 at 09:23:44 (EDT)

Looking for a fiberglass kayak to use off the beach to drop fishing baits for shark fishing. I go about 400 yards off the beach with the bait attached to my line then drop the bait.
Doug Diamond <doug06@worldnet.att.net>
Ormond Beach, Fl USA - Tuesday, September 15, 1998 at 21:45:26 (EDT)

I struck up a conversation with a fellow I met on a local beach and he told me about your site. He has built a boat already and interested me in the process.
Paul Gosh <Paul.Gosh@gems1.gov.bc.ca>
Victoria, BC Canada - Tuesday, September 15, 1998 at 17:50:18 (EDT)

K-2? Any suggestions on model or construction type for a fast 'racing' olympic style kayak? Great site!
Jim Hays <rxxh81f@prodigy.com>
Herkimer, NY USA - Monday, September 14, 1998 at 23:17:35 (EDT)

Looking for kayack plans / project for our Boy Scout Troop. Troop 415, Crystal River, Florida Rick Stuart Asst. Scoutmaster
Rick Stuart <rstuart@xtalwind.net>
Hernando, FL USA - Monday, September 14, 1998 at 23:16:00 (EDT)

I'm a 15 year old boy scout and some of the guys in the troop and I would like to build a kayak of maybe more than one and I'm trying to decide whether a strip built or a stich and glue would be the best.
Stewart C Brown <melbrown@erols.com>
Waldorf , MD USA - Sunday, September 13, 1998 at 12:26:27 (EDT)

Looking forward to starting the Expedition Kayak in the near future.
Eric Oliver <ejoliver@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Sunday, September 13, 1998 at 00:33:14 (EDT)

Interested in building a strip kayak. I've made Greenland paddles, but never a boat. Looking forward to the challenge
Jerry Donah <trng@msn.com>
Cocoa, FL USA - Saturday, September 12, 1998 at 20:08:33 (EDT)

I am determined to build a kayak this coming winter, and your designs look great. One question, what is the advantage of using wood strips over plywood?
Jack Jacobson <jac061549@worldnet.att.net>
USA - Saturday, September 12, 1998 at 09:46:37 (EDT)

Great book.I,m building a stich and glue single right now but will be building a stripper next. You've pretty much convinced me not to manufacture my own strips so the next step is finding a source. If you have any information on Canadian mills I would very much appreciate it. Thanks Troy Babb
Troy Babb <troy.babb@sympatico.ca>
Montreal, QC Canada - Friday, September 11, 1998 at 12:35:06 (EDT)

Very nice site, congratulations.
Jan Brzozowski <brzozj@ibmer.waw.pl>
Warsaw, Poland - Friday, September 11, 1998 at 08:02:25 (EDT)

Do you build retractable skegs on any of your boats? Are there 2 sealed bulkheads and hatches on the Guillemot? What is the volume of bulkheads? thx jss
John Stewart <jsstewa@ibm.net>
Bloomfield Hills , MI USA - Thursday, September 10, 1998 at 22:00:48 (EDT)

I am a new Kayaking enthusiast. We purchased a 12' fresh water kayak this summer. I am learning lots from others who I have come across who are also avid Kayakers. I was directed to your site by a co-worker, Dave Lind. P.S. Great Site, very informative. (Beautiful Boats too!)
Alan Fitch <alan.fitch@teradyne.com>
Boston, MA USA - Thursday, September 10, 1998 at 16:56:42 (EDT)

I have enjoyed your book that is now available at our public library.The many Illustrations were especially helpfull, and the many ideas that will make building my boat a lot easier.
Wayne Bergman <bergmans@bc.sympatico.ca>
North Vancouver, BC Canada - Thursday, September 10, 1998 at 14:30:54 (EDT)

I am building the Great Auk based on the tables set out in your book. I've built out the "stiff back" and have been fortunate enough to have access to a cad system coupled to a laser for cutting all the forms and burning in the reference lines. Right now I'm concerned/obsessing about lining up the forms and am considering cutting identical "mini-forms/ mounting brackets upon which I can mark my line-pulled centerline and and align to a line-pulled vertical reference line. I would then mount the forms to these mini-forms/mounting brackets. Am I obsessing or does this sound feasible?
Ken Stone <kestone@firstam.com>
Greensboro, NC USA - Wednesday, September 09, 1998 at 12:08:58 (EDT)

thanks for yours explanation ! Now i can try to built a canoe...
moreau <vieton at aol.com>
france - Wednesday, September 09, 1998 at 07:56:57 (EDT)

You have a well set out site . I cannot wait to get building
Steve Groufsky <S.J.GROUFSKY@xtra.co.nz>
Rangiora, New Zealand - Wednesday, September 09, 1998 at 02:24:11 (EDT)

Hi, I just purchased your book at amazon.com I am thinking of building a strip kayak and hope that your book will provide me with the info I need. Thanks for the great web site. Kenny
Kenneth Paul <woodwork@ici.net>
Woonsocket, RI USA - Monday, September 07, 1998 at 21:23:05 (EDT)

Great site.
Wayde Rathbone <wayde@timberweb.co.uk>
Ipswich, Sufolk UK - Monday, September 07, 1998 at 11:08:34 (EDT)

ahh, zen and the art of boat building. wonderful collection of fever-giving information.
Eric Raits <eraits@aol.com>
Miami, FL USA - Sunday, September 06, 1998 at 16:29:12 (EDT)

I came across your webpage while looking for kayak kits/plans. I love it! I've paddled Hydra (Sea Venture) and Wilderness Systems (Epic) for the last several years. Now I want a wooden boat. I also bring my dog along, whether on lake or ocean trips, so I need a large cockpit. I hope to have a sight like yours soon. Thanks.
Joe Pitcheralle <thejudge@rangeley.org>
Rangeley, ME USA - Saturday, September 05, 1998 at 16:17:31 (EDT)

i built a pygmy coho last winter, now i'm looking for something a little more challenging
gordon collins <gtcollins@mkl.com>
sidney, ny USA - Saturday, September 05, 1998 at 12:30:15 (EDT)

might build a strip Great Auk
steve smith <spsmith@eznet.net>
victor, ny USA - Saturday, September 05, 1998 at 10:40:04 (EDT)

I am a luthier wanting to build canoes and kayaks.
mike maas
bozeman, mt USA - Friday, September 04, 1998 at 12:20:22 (EDT)

A friend of mine has built one boat and is building a second for his wife, from a different company but none the less they look great and paddle well. My plan was to do the same until I saw your book about strip building. Thanks for a great jab in the ribs.
Dan Malott <d_malottsr@webtv.net>
Elizabeth City, NC USA - Thursday, September 03, 1998 at 00:04:17 (EDT)

This is the first usefull web-page I have found yet and I happened to be looking for it! I have built a couple cedar strip canoes before but I had a problem on the second where the resin did not harden next to the wood. I stripped the goo off and sold it unfinished...That was 15 years ago. I have an order in the mail for your book and I feel confident that with your book and website, I'll be sucessfull with a kayak. Now to finish my wifes punch-list of things to do so I can start! By the way, I'm not sure if the address above will work, I have access through my employers mainframe and I have only e-mailed outside the company once-- I'm not sure of the address. Thanks for getting me excited about a great project! I'll order plans after reading the book. Jerry
Jerry Vikla
Lakeville, Mn USA - Monday, August 31, 1998 at 15:26:11 (EDT)

Just got your book. Can't wait to start my first kayak.
David Bussey <dbussey@inreach.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Friday, August 28, 1998 at 14:36:13 (EDT)

I've read lots of books on strip building, but never found any as comprehensive and well organized as Nick Shades 'The Strip-Built Sea Kayak'. I would recomend it to anyone contemplating building any type of strip built boat.
Bob DiRamio <nshrivcrft@aol.com>
Nashua, NH USA - Thursday, August 27, 1998 at 07:22:56 (EDT)

You have a wonderfully informative Website. Having built a stitch 'n glue triple from a West Coast kit manufacturer, I would now like to build a fast single for use as a trainer and recreational racer. I have been eyeing your Great Auk, but wonder if a modified hull design with more of a V-bottom and slightly less beam would be faster. I know rescue techniques and would be comfortable with a little sacrifice in stability. I'd also like to have the prettiest race boat on the water. Can you give me some of your thoughts? Thanks in advance. Scott D
Scott Dorough <sdorough@pacificrim.net>
Bellingham, WA USA - Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 20:23:18 (EDT)

No comments at this time
Howard Beauch <sonova@msn.com>
Frankenmuth, MI USA - Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 20:23:05 (EDT)

Very nice designs I bougth your book, The Strip Built Sea Kayak, from The Wooden Boat Store, and Iook forward to build one for myself. I have tried (and done) to draw the plans of the Gullemot, from the offsets tables, but think there is some missing data beacause what I get in the computer is sligty diferent from what you show in figure 4-2 of The Strip-Built Sea Kayak book, where the form ends not at WL8" and WL-3" as it does in the table. Do you have any tip to solve that? Thanks and happy paddling.
Camilo Restrepo <crestrepo@integral.com.co>
Medellín, Antioquia Colombia (South America) - Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 15:12:20 (EDT)

Am going to San Diego and bringing my sea kayak with me. Anyone tell me some of the best places to go?
Rebecca <jackson@mlode.com>
Twain Harte , CA USA - Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 11:37:45 (EDT)

Verry good side! Will call you later about busyness in Norway. Please se our webside: http://www.westsystem.no taco
Taco Rison <taco@online.no>
Oslo, - Norway - Wednesday, August 26, 1998 at 03:03:14 (EDT)

Nice and informative homepage!! vegard
vegard rauoe <vegardr@wwdg.com>
Tonsberg, NORWAY - Monday, August 24, 1998 at 12:34:22 (EDT)

The best information I can find with regards to building a stripper was on our links. Because of this I will buy your book, the girlfriend and I want to build the tandem this winter. I sure hope it is as easy as it sounds. We'll keep you updated after we get it started. I may build a stich and glue also. Happy paddleing. Bill
Bill MacPherson <billmacpherson@hotmail.com>
Thunder Bay, on Canada - Monday, August 24, 1998 at 07:32:27 (EDT)

I have recently bought your book and am hoping to get my first kayak underway soon. I find the book an excellent guide to the beginner and a real confidence builder.
Tony Wilson <twilson@axionet.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 19, 1998 at 11:22:57 (EDT)

Great sight!!
Mike Kovich <mkovich@annenberg.net>
Palm Desert, CA USA - Tuesday, August 18, 1998 at 17:04:38 (EDT)

Enjoy your web pages very much have gotten lots of informatin out of them.
Terry Cockeram <cockeram@michweb.net>
Cadillac, Mi USA - Tuesday, August 18, 1998 at 01:11:22 (EDT)

Wanna build a Skin on frma Kayak. Possibly your stitch & glue design. Live in paddler heaven & am Boy Scout Leader. Looking for economical way to have boys build their own boats.
Spa'am <padspaam@aol.com>
Cape Coral, fl USA - Tuesday, August 18, 1998 at 00:09:41 (EDT)

THANK YOU
DOUG SMITH <ldskay@pcmagic.net>
WEST COVINA, CA USA - Monday, August 17, 1998 at 21:53:50 (EDT)

I've paddled progressively narrower kayaks over the years, and yours looks like the next logical step. (I currently paddle a Legend, a Nigel Foster design). I plan to try to build a Guillemot this winter. Would be interested in hearing from any other Vancouver builders. Ken Bryant
ken bryant <kbryant@unixg.ubc.ca>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Monday, August 17, 1998 at 19:19:54 (EDT)

KINDA GOT THE FEVER-SAW YOUR AD IN WOODEN BOAT,LIKE THE LINES. THINKING OF LONG DISTANCES IN THE OCEAN. \. IT COULD HAPPEN.. Jim Richards
Jim Richards <jlr@spawar.navy.mil>
San Diego, Ca USA 92115 - Monday, August 17, 1998 at 17:05:10 (EDT)

I was considering building a guide boat when I stumbled upon your site. It convinced me to build a kayak and to do a strip built over S&G. Your boats certainly inspiring!! I bought a Expidition single kit from Newfound and am thouroughly enjoying building it. This is a project where the journey is as satisfying as the destination.
Jack Sanderson <Sanderson@mail.dec.com>
Acton, MA USA - Monday, August 17, 1998 at 15:20:47 (EDT)

Very nice boats and web site.
Al Hutton <hutton@cecomet.net>
Randolph, NY USA - Monday, August 17, 1998 at 00:06:27 (EDT)

I enjoyed finding your site today. We just moved to Astoria and have had to trade our canoe for sea kayaks. We just did our first wet exits----- interesting!!!!
Grant Van Houten <grantvh@hotmail.com>
Astoria, OR USA - Saturday, August 15, 1998 at 22:31:17 (EDT)

Just bought your Strip Built Sea Kayak book and am looking forward to see what I can do with it.
Dave Healy
100 mile house, B.C. Canada - Saturday, August 15, 1998 at 15:49:12 (EDT)

first visit; yet to read; looks promising; may have more comments later
zaharan razak <zaharanrazak@hotmail.com>
kuala lumpur, malaysia - Thursday, August 13, 1998 at 04:35:11 (EDT)

Saw you at St. Michaels and tried sitting in the newest design. When I finish building my house and get the shop set up hope to start on my next boat- one of yours!
David Tabor <sailordave@compuserve.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 12, 1998 at 19:15:48 (EDT)

Good tips, I am interested in starting a strip kayak. Many years ago I completed a redwood strip canoe and it is still being used today.
John R. Hoke
Palm Harbor, Fl USA - Tuesday, August 11, 1998 at 18:45:10 (EDT)

I have just arrived at your site but I knew instantly that I will be building one of your boats.
John Nestor <sweat-dog@worldnetatt.net>
richmond, Va. USA - Saturday, August 08, 1998 at 23:54:14 (EDT)

Your boats are beautiful. Do you ever offer workshops or instruction?
Bob Newton <rpnewton@compuserve.com>
USA - Friday, August 07, 1998 at 23:22:31 (EDT)

I'm getting into making my own kayak so i checked out your site
Joe Juracka <loon345@hotmail.com>
saratoga, NY USA - Friday, August 07, 1998 at 14:52:20 (EDT)

Great book, best I have seen. I appreciate your comments about stapling versus other methods. I hope to make it Sept 19th.
Dennis P <peakbggr@ncia.net>
Gorham , NH USA - Wednesday, August 05, 1998 at 21:14:47 (EDT)

Just got your Book...Strip- built Sea Kayak...it looks great! I can't wait to get started.
Don Alfano <DonA22@aol.com>
Locust Valley, NY USA - Wednesday, August 05, 1998 at 20:50:04 (EDT)

Taking a look at the possibility to build a boat- now have 1 power and 1 sail so I guess a kyack makes a lot of sense.
Jim Grant <derfladigs@qtm.net>
St Joseph, Mi USA - Tuesday, August 04, 1998 at 23:37:34 (EDT)

Got your catalogue some time ago, just ordered your book. Anxiously awaiting it's arrival. Nice web site.
Lenny Lipton <Xenetia@concentric.net>
Bethel, CT USA - Tuesday, August 04, 1998 at 22:05:02 (EDT)

I recently bought your book The Strip-built Sea Kayak and would like to know the price of the 3 patterns(full size) please e-mail answer to above address......Thanks, Lou Frey
Louis Frey <YFrey10084>
Madeira Bch , Fl USA - Monday, August 03, 1998 at 16:52:19 (EDT)

Hello I am looking at purchasing a used double sea kayak for use on the California Coast. I am fairly new to kayaking and can use some pointers on how much I should pay, brands and types, and how to purchase one. I would appreciate any help you could give me. Thank you, Gary
Gary <sequoiatree@hotmail.com>
Hanford, CA USA - Sunday, August 02, 1998 at 17:34:43 (EDT)

I am interested in building a kayak and I am investigating my options.
patrick pavlik <pat@rdmcorp.com>
waterloo, on canada - Saturday, August 01, 1998 at 23:00:13 (EDT)

I am about to enter a raft race on the river Wye in Monmouthshire England and needed some ideas on design and construction. This is a race and we need a fast vessel. Any help would be appreciated Nick:)
Nick Perkins <nick@nap3.co.uk>
London, England - Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 20:00:53 (EDT)

I was just looking around for kayak building sites.I'm looking to build my first kayak as a Winter project
jack turpin <jturpin@lancnews.infi.net>
lancaster, pa USA - Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 17:22:14 (EDT)

About a year and a half ago I decided to build a kayak. Wich lead to the inevitable question, how do you build a kayak? I checked the library under boat building wich lead to deciding to build a sailboat. While building the sailboat I decide to build an airplane (please don't ask how I came up with that one) So now a year and a half later, the sailboat is done, the airplane is started and it is finally time to ask the question so how do you build a kayak? Luckily I bought The Strip Built Kayak from Woodenboat magazine and am going to start the Guillemot soon. Thanks a lot. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.
Rick Miller <Rickrack70@aol.com>
Fresno, CA USA - Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 14:14:51 (EDT)

Just browsing - hope to buy and build a kit soon!
Martin Cragg <martin.cragg@ukos.varian.com>
Crawley, England - Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 07:24:43 (EDT)

nice
Ron Swetten <jzhavnfn@inreach.com>
Tracy, Ca USA - Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at 21:06:55 (EDT)

very good pages keep up the good work.
charlie mccrea
islandmagee, northern ireland - Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at 13:40:36 (EDT)

A VERY interesting site. I have built my own fiberglas whitewater kayak, so I would like to see here something about resins, fiberglass .... .
Stano <sitar@pavsz.sk>
Slovak Republic - Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at 07:32:56 (EDT)

Netscape could not fing the plug-in to play your Eskimo roll animation.
Ed Williams <edmundwil@aol.com>
Round Lake Park, IL USA - Wednesday, July 29, 1998 at 03:34:52 (EDT)

I am just begining the process of figuring out what type of kayak plan I would like to build this winter. I do know that I want to strip build, and I do know that I'll be using it on the lakes up here and in the adirondacks. I also hope to get my 12 yr. old daughter involved. I like your web page......
paul keating <pjamkeat@together.net>
wolcott, vt. USA - Tuesday, July 28, 1998 at 21:31:37 (EDT)

Found your book at the Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association Headquarters in Merrickville..Excellent book,great designs..Great website..can't wait to get building..thanks..
John Gill <jlgill@csource.net>
Sarnia, Ont Canada - Tuesday, July 28, 1998 at 15:08:16 (EDT)

Nick, You have a beautifully designed kayak. I'm thinking seriously about one or more.
Larry Jones <wolfden@cruzio.com>
Corralitos, CA USA - Tuesday, July 28, 1998 at 02:12:36 (EDT)

thinking about buying a kit, little auk
Robert J. Mottern <rmott30866@aol.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Saturday, July 25, 1998 at 22:09:20 (EDT)

great info, will be ordering plans soon, have to finish workshop first.
Dave Schultz <DCS823@aol.com>
savannah , GA USA - Saturday, July 25, 1998 at 12:52:19 (EDT)

Very Nice
Terry D Fields <TcprInc22@ AOL.Com>
Ferndale, Wa USA - Saturday, July 25, 1998 at 09:01:51 (EDT)

This is one of the best kayak sites I've seen. Kayak looks good to.
Robert Hamilton <hamco@sk.sympatico.ca>
Nipawin, SK Canada - Saturday, July 25, 1998 at 04:25:55 (EDT)

Don't know a thing about kayaks, but biuld aluminum boats for a living. I have a daughter who is interested in kayaks, so I thought this would be a good thing to do together. Just gathering some information on Plans and kits. Thanks C . Daradics.
Chris Daradics <chrisd@cedar.alberni.net>
Pt. Alberni B.C. Canada , Canada - Friday, July 24, 1998 at 01:34:34 (EDT)

Great site! I wish I had the time to build one of these beauties.
James Brink <jjbrink@bellatlantic.net>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Tuesday, July 21, 1998 at 07:19:15 (EDT)

I went to the Glocester MA Kayak race to look at boats to build. Your boats were by far the best looking boats there. The race proved that yours were the best, but the look and feel is what convinced the people I met. I look forward to building and paddling one of your boats.
Everett Hastings <eah@fngp.com>
Farmington, NH USA - Monday, July 20, 1998 at 14:46:03 (EDT)

I was looking for information on Nona Kayaks and came across your site. I really enjoyed looking around here. Thanks
Carol Campbell <Bizwize>
Bakersfield, Ca USA - Monday, July 20, 1998 at 00:33:20 (EDT)

I'm interested in your design for the expedition style sea kayak. It looks good ( But to be truthfull I really don't know all that much about building kayaks ) and I may be interested in getting some more info a little later on. Keep up the good work and may your boat never spring a leak. Kyle " PAWKETZ " Forrest
Kyle Forrest <kyle_forrest@hotmail.com>
Langley, BC Canada - Sunday, July 19, 1998 at 03:38:53 (EDT)

I am preparing myself to build my first kayak. Love your designs and have probably settled on the 'Guillemot'. I will probably be ordering a set of plans real soon (perhaps even today), after which I will most likely be contacting you on a very regular basis for information and technical/moral support. Great sight.
Todd MacEachern <buster@ixpres.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Saturday, July 18, 1998 at 17:29:02 (EDT)

looking for parts catilog such a rudder attachments, paddles
tom winkless <twinkless@home.com>
spring valley, ca USA - Friday, July 17, 1998 at 19:45:28 (EDT)

It does my heart good to see that these forms dedicated to the task of paddling are so inherently beautiful.
Eric Friesen <efriesen@microscan.com>
Tukwila, , WA USA - Friday, July 17, 1998 at 16:45:20 (EDT)

Hi Nick! It's Elizabeth here, Sue's friend. Hope things are going well for you! You have a beautiful web site! with love, Elizabeth
Elizabeth Chen <DrSkuba@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, July 16, 1998 at 16:59:57 (EDT)

Great site! Lots of good info. STRONGLY considering building kayak (prob an S&G), and your site (and links to others) is providing me with a lot of invaluable insight! Keep up the great work! Regards Martin Foil
Martin Foil <mfoil@metasys.com>
Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, July 16, 1998 at 11:14:04 (EDT)

I need help finding an used kayak for a good price. I need something that I can learn on and then repair. Please email me back.
Jayme Mattson <chatterbox_j@yahoo.com>
USA - Thursday, July 16, 1998 at 01:16:51 (EDT)

Very interesting boats, excellent workmanship and beautifull design.
George Markus <markusgeo@zdnetmail.com>
Kaposvar, Hungary - Tuesday, July 14, 1998 at 10:16:37 (EDT)

Purchased your fascinating book at a little bookshop in Juneau Alaska last month. A double is my 1998 project. I expect to be the envy of Perth shores in 1999. Thank you from Australia.
Warren <coralie_murphy@hotmail.com>
Perth, WA Australia - Monday, July 13, 1998 at 07:04:15 (EDT)

I have started to build a Caspian Sea Kayak. I have just completed building the Frames , I now have to extend my work area to accomedate the kayak. After that I can start building the jig and the strongback. You have a great web site I may have some questions as I start stripping David
David Robins <drobins@hawk.igs.net>
L'Orignal, On Canada - Sunday, July 12, 1998 at 18:53:45 (EDT)

enjoy your web page come back quite often thanks
Terry Cockeram <cockeram@michweb.net>
cadillac, mi USA - Saturday, July 11, 1998 at 06:52:46 (EDT)

LOVE YOUR WEB SITE. LIKE TO KNOW MORE.
willie mcqueen
westville, ok USA - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 22:41:49 (EDT)

I am writing on behalf of Burchfield Woodworks in Bear, Delaware.....We build a full line of cedar strip canoes as well as custom furniture and millwork. I enjoyed browsing your site very much Burchfield Woodworks 813 Sabina Circle Bear, DE 19701 302-838-0163
Greg Burchfield <burchwood@inet.net>
Bear, DE USA - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 20:06:05 (EDT)

Good information, thank you very much.
Bill Grace <graces5@pacbell.net>
Felton, CA USA - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 15:45:42 (EDT)

Very nice web page. I'm always excited to find someone else in the area who paddles. I saw that pic taken heading out to (back from) Fishers Island. Last year I made that little treck myself. Let me tell you, when that wind starts kicking up and you aren't quite to the middle that little streach of water gets pretty hairy. Feel free to stop in to my site and let me know what you think.
Rob Wolfe <wolfe@auth.net>
Manchester, NH USA - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 01:20:34 (EDT)

Guys: My son and I are "wanna be" Kayak builders and your site has been very helpfull to us. Thanks.
Art Womack <womack@ptialaska.net>
Kenai, AK USA - Tuesday, July 07, 1998 at 22:17:10 (EDT)

Giving you a little free advertising on my personal web site http://www.csonline.net/surfer1/outfitte.htm . If you would rather I did not, let me know. Bernard Williams P.O. Box 69 Cranberry Pa 16319 814 677 2520 FAX 814 676 8006
Bernard Williams <surfer@csonline.net>
USA - Tuesday, July 07, 1998 at 20:29:35 (EDT)

I am attempting to build my first sea kayak. If you have any advice on just where to get started it would be much appreciated.
nick jennings <sfc@midcoast.com>
Thomaston, ME USA - Tuesday, July 07, 1998 at 20:18:08 (EDT)

I would like to purchase the book
bob beckman <beckman@coinet.com>
bend, or USA - Monday, July 06, 1998 at 23:39:47 (EDT)

It's good to see information about sea kayaking. Most sites are on whitewater.
Kristine Simons <soseph@michiana.org>
Granger, IN USA - Monday, July 06, 1998 at 17:38:03 (EDT)

Greetings, You have a nice looking site. I have been looking at getting into sea-kayaking (family) and the boats that are available built and kits. I am interested in your opinions on "sit on top" vs sit-in and the care of wooden vs plastic / composite, and durability over the long haul. I will be car topping / trailering the boats quite a bit. Thanks, Gary
Gary Salerno <gsalerno@us.ibm.com>
Milton, NY USA - Monday, July 06, 1998 at 11:45:32 (EDT)

Great site! I have just started a 17' Baidarka working from the instructions provided by Wolfgang Brinck in his book "The Aleutian Kayak". Now that I have found your site I hope to use it as another resource.
Michael Sayre <mdsayr@ix.netcom.com>
Phoenix , Az USA - Saturday, July 04, 1998 at 21:11:32 (EDT)

Just bought your book "The Strip-Built Sea Kayak". Excellent book, extremely well written. I hope to build one within the next year.
Alan Stoller <astoller@pacifier.com>
Camas, WWWWwa USA - Friday, July 03, 1998 at 23:36:05 (EDT)

I'm currently building the CLC Chesapeake 17', and would like to tackle a strip-built kayak for inland waters or mild rivers. Any advice on designs would be appreciated.
Ed Edge <ed_edge@mindspring.com>
LaGrange, GA USA - Friday, July 03, 1998 at 09:48:59 (EDT)

I'll be back,and perhaps speak of a 16' Whitehall of Monfort design weighing 73 lb. Iam thinking of the same cons't. system as a kayak. I'm retired; looking for a small project.
Dan Martin <dmartinsr@prodigy.net>
Vashon, WA USA - Friday, July 03, 1998 at 00:48:28 (EDT)

Excellent site. One of the guests put it best. You have captured enough detail to keep it very interesting and motivational. A page that allows guests/customers to add tips might be interesting. To everyone reading this, I AM convinced that there is nothing more enjoyable and rewarding than using a kayak that you build yourself. I have built (and shown others - even groups of kids - how to build) many singles and paddles and they have all been astonished at how simple it is. I am ordering your book and as soon as I finish my house I will be starting on your double.
Dave Greenway <david.e.greenway@boeing.com>
Burley, Wa USA - Wednesday, July 01, 1998 at 13:37:13 (EDT)

I saw your kayaks at the show in St. Michaels and found them to be works of art. Also I think your web site is one of the best and most informative I have come across.
Jerry Haines <porkisgood@citnet.com>
Mickleton, NJ USA - Tuesday, June 30, 1998 at 08:51:09 (EDT)

I have built several kayaks and I am all ways looking for new designs and techniques.
Ray Crawford <CRAWFIEE@aol>
Edmonds, wa USA - Tuesday, June 30, 1998 at 00:03:30 (EDT)

Enjoyed meeting and talking with you at the Wooden Boat Show. I had the advantage of being home in 20 minutes!
Ellicott "Mac" McConnell <eck@shore.intercom.net>
Easton, MD USA - Sunday, June 28, 1998 at 21:29:47 (EDT)

Good work on the site! You made me want to build my own kayak. I'll have a busy winter in 6 month...
Martin Dutremble <martdut@colba.net>
Montreal, Qc Canada - Sunday, June 28, 1998 at 17:33:04 (EDT)

I am less than a novice, never having been in (on?) a kayak in my life. It's time to try, especially since I live a few minutes from the nation's prettiest beaches. I appreciate your web site and its ability to educate me about my soon-to-be-passion.
Chris Thurner <cthurner@gnt.net>
Niceville, FL USA - Saturday, June 27, 1998 at 08:26:50 (EDT)

Nice Site!
Kevin Piatt <piatt@televar.com>
Kennewick, WA USA - Thursday, June 25, 1998 at 22:25:45 (EDT)

Nick: Thank You!! for one of the most complete & refreshingly `personal' corporate websites in the Boating and Marine arenas. Browsing the numerous topics you've supplied this site with gives the impression not of a glossy catalogue reproduction "Web-ized", but of an old-time craftsman extending the invitation to come into the shop for a friendly "look-see and a chin wag". The pictures are wonderful. The ad in Wooden Boat magazine certainly doesn't do justice to the beauty of your work. The line and colour of your craftsmanship makes for as beautiful and, well, sensuous a woodworking as I've seen. And this impression, mind you, is from your Website alone. Congratulations.
Al Peasleelee <peaslee@telusplanet.net>
St. Albert, AB Canada - Thursday, June 25, 1998 at 21:50:10 (EDT)

Nice site. Great boats! Just looking for ideas for the deck and hatches on my Stich and glue. Thanks I'll be back....
C L Holderman <RabidPaint@aol.com>
FT. Wayne , IN USA - Thursday, June 25, 1998 at 15:01:47 (EDT)

Great page with lots of great info. Absolutely love the step by step photos.
Jim Zmijski <dour@efortress.com>
newport, RI USA - Tuesday, June 23, 1998 at 22:13:42 (EDT)

This is an absolutely marvellous collection of material. It is easy to find your way around, the organization is superb! Thank you.
Sheldon Fast <sdfast@netrover.com>
Sharon, ON Canada - Tuesday, June 23, 1998 at 11:08:14 (EDT)

Great BB I visit every day
Stu Sanders <ssanders@compmore.net>
Ottawa, on canada - Monday, June 22, 1998 at 22:46:46 (EDT)

Your boats look beautiful on the web, so they must be incredible in person. I am considering either building or buying a wood kayak.
Bob Humphries <BobHump@aol.com>
Sterling, VA USA - Monday, June 22, 1998 at 22:45:01 (EDT)

Am very interested in building one of your kayaks but would like to see one first hand. Is there anyone in the Cincinnati, Ohio area that has built or is currently building one of your designs? THank You
Bill Keen <Keenb@muohio.edu>
Oxford, Oh USA - Monday, June 22, 1998 at 08:06:45 (EDT)

thanks for having such a great sight. it makes me want to get into the water. I have a white water boat I bought at a sale, but some day I want to aquire a sea kayak such as the beautyful ones you have on your sight, thanks again :)
Jerry Rooks <merlinn@skylink.net>
Las Vegas, nv USA - Sunday, June 21, 1998 at 15:32:53 (EDT)

I am interested in kayaks and possibly in building one. You have one great site that is easy to move around in.
Bobby Stallings <kycat62>
Houston, tx USA - Sunday, June 21, 1998 at 14:37:09 (EDT)

I am interested in kayaks and possibly in building one. You have one great site that is easy to move around in.
Bobby Stallings <kycat62>
Houston, tx USA - Sunday, June 21, 1998 at 14:36:53 (EDT)

Quite informative.
Jim Wilson
USA - Saturday, June 20, 1998 at 16:52:12 (EDT)

Looking for info for first time kayak buyer
John Varner <CactiV@aol.com>
Miami, FL USA - Saturday, June 20, 1998 at 11:28:33 (EDT)

I am interested in the single expedition or the double fast. I get to Waterbury frequently and would interested in visiting your shop.
Edward Darlington III <edarlington@burnsmcd.com>
Stilwell, KS USA - Friday, June 19, 1998 at 13:52:18 (EDT)

I enjoyed your book on strip building.
Bob Brosinski <brosin@gte.net>
Seattle, Wa USA - Thursday, June 18, 1998 at 22:02:11 (EDT)

I was impressed with the Kayak built by a friend, Brian Watson. I have a 17' factory built but I'd like to build your 11' Auk. It's just a matter of deciding to spend $70 for the plans or transcribing the plans from your book at $19.95 ($15.96 from Amazon).
Dave Harmacek <Djharmacek@aol.com>
Walnut Creek, CA USA - Wednesday, June 17, 1998 at 22:05:15 (EDT)

I really like your page, it has just about the info a boatbuilder needs.
Lonnie Spann <lspann@pepperlink.net>
Winfield, AL USA - Tuesday, June 16, 1998 at 22:41:06 (EDT)

This site turns up better and better. I have started to build a strip-kayak now and I have found out that this is the right thing to do. No computers, motors or engines to mess around with, just a stapler, a good knife, a hammer and a saw. I´m looking forward to read your book.
Richard Kohlstrom <rik@du.se>
Falun, Sweden - Tuesday, June 16, 1998 at 11:34:00 (EDT)

Great page, love to see the strip boats.
Kevin Dunn <kevin@fekete.com>
Calgary, AB Canada - Tuesday, June 16, 1998 at 10:13:16 (EDT)

Contact me for your next trip after July 1st.
Peter Driver <treetop@fiam.com>
Upton, MA USA - Saturday, June 13, 1998 at 15:15:35 (EDT)

Got your book, thought I'd visit
Peter Robson <P.Robson@clear.net.nz>
Auckland, New Zealand - Thursday, June 11, 1998 at 02:50:25 (EDT)

I enjoyed browsing the site. I am looking forward to reading your book and then building one of your kayaks. I am going to order a set of plans. I live in a water rich environment and I am looking forward to some serious exploration of the area.
Stanley J. T. Hanna <sjhanna@cyberus.ca>
Ottawa, ON Canada - Wednesday, June 10, 1998 at 09:09:29 (EDT)

I just returned from a five month cruise with the US Navy in the Arabian Gulf. I think I spent more time out there "dream building/paddling" than I spent dreaming of my wife. Don't get me wrong- her curves and the lines of your guillemot set my heart awhirl. can't wait to get back to the states to start building my own. Thanks for helping a sailor make it thru another time at sea!
Fred M. Raney <franey@msw0.attnet.or.jp>
Misawa AFB, Japan - Tuesday, June 09, 1998 at 03:02:38 (EDT)

Enjoyed your informative web site very much. I plan to build a single kayak in the near future, and your web site is a great resource.
Steve Severns
Seattle, Wa. USA - Monday, June 08, 1998 at 03:19:54 (EDT)

Enjoying your book The Strip Built Sea Kayak, can't wait to start building one of these beautiful boats, preferably the Guillemot Expedition Single. I am presently paddling a Loon160T singly, and I weigh 300lbs. and am 6'4" and go very fast, but I know I can go much faster.
Frank Finnerty <finnerty1@worldnet.att.net>
Wayland, MA USA - Saturday, June 06, 1998 at 12:00:31 (EDT)

Hi Nick, I'm just getting my feet wet in boat-making by building the six hour canoe. Should soon be finished. My next project is going to be to by your book and build a strip-built sea kayak. But, actually, before this I'd like to get the plans that you made for a paddle.
Greg Clemens <gclemens@bucksnet.bciu.k12.pa.us>
Perkasie, PA USA - Thursday, June 04, 1998 at 23:43:56 (EDT)

If you have a catalog, how would I order it?
John B. Rufner <johnrufner@aol.com>
Fort Wayne, IN USA - Wednesday, June 03, 1998 at 21:26:38 (EDT)

This is great. My husband is building his own kayak in our basement and is always looking for information. He build a Mirror Dinghy twenty years ago from a kit. But this venture is from plans in a book. I'm helping occasionally but with a four-year old it doesn't leave me enough time to spend with him. He is pondering how to cover it. Canvas, fiberglas, etc. Follow the plans or make it safer. We need more input to make a competent decision. Your site should help us. I will be back tomorrow to check the sites he is interested in. Thanks and great kayaking!
Diane Girard <girard@nas.net>
Hamilton, ON Canada - Wednesday, June 03, 1998 at 10:56:30 (EDT)

Nick, I just got your book. I would like to thank you for the effort you have put into the art of boatbuilding. You sir, are a master. I have built one of Gilpatricks strip canoes and a CLC kayak. After reviewing your book I have decided to build one of yours next winter. Thanks for the inspiration.
Pete Campbell <pcampbel@ksienviro.com>
Kenai, AK USA - Monday, June 01, 1998 at 19:34:36 (EDT)

I have just started looking into building a kayak. Your site has been informative. I will be back.
Steven Woodard <Steven.G.Woodard@Lowes.com>
N. Wilkesboro, NC USA - Monday, June 01, 1998 at 15:17:52 (EDT)

I'm excited about the prospects of building my own kayak and appreciate the service that you are providing with this bulletin board
Ken Weber <weberk@monroe.wednet.edu>
Monroe, WA USA - Monday, June 01, 1998 at 14:51:04 (EDT)

I've been looking for a site like yours ever since .I'm looking forward to start realizing one of your project
Massimo Centili <welfen@iol.it>
Rome, Italy - Monday, June 01, 1998 at 13:01:46 (EDT)

Would be interested in your catalog. I am looking for a strip kayak to replace my plastic kayak. I like your upswept design
Dick Brees <mzllodr@netins.net>
Lehigh, Ia USA - Sunday, May 31, 1998 at 10:28:26 (EDT)

Looking forward to building a fleet of strippers.
Lee Binette <binette@home.com>
Columbia`, MD USA - Thursday, May 28, 1998 at 09:06:05 (EDT)

I am in the market for a kayak kit and I saw your add in Wooden Boat magazine. I think they are beautiful and really enjoy your website.
Dane Gorman <boxman83@hotmail.com>
Caro, MI USA - Wednesday, May 27, 1998 at 19:56:38 (EDT)

You build beautiful kayaks! Great web site also. As you can see, I live in Glastonbury, do you have any kayaks at home that I could take a look at. I may be interested in building one myself. Thanks, Carl
Carl Berquist <ocberq@connix.com>
Glastonbury, CT USA - Tuesday, May 26, 1998 at 22:34:20 (EDT)

Rich Briggs <rbriggs@oro.net>
Nevada City, CA USA - Monday, May 25, 1998 at 23:46:11 (EDT)

enjoy your site, very few strip boats in new zealand, mostly glass or plastic, will build one one day !
phil agnew <agnewp@v1.chchp.ac.nz>
christchurch, new zealand - Monday, May 25, 1998 at 22:34:50 (EDT)

I have just got your book thanks for the hard work I hope I can get past the Lofting stage and build the Gillemot single it looks so voluptuously organic. regards Phill
Phill Kearney <Phillip.Kearney@b130.aone.net.au>
Bundaberg, Q Australia - Monday, May 25, 1998 at 04:35:49 (EDT)

Just finished a Golen Eye by Pygmy. Your webpage was very helpful and encouraging
Jim Chase <kayska@aol.com>
Edinboro, PA USA - Sunday, May 24, 1998 at 20:55:16 (EDT)

Extremely good web site. I found all the information that my brother was looking (and more) for to start the planning of his first boat.
Donald Peloquin <donjjp@cyberbeach.net>
Sudbury, On Canada - Sunday, May 24, 1998 at 09:26:36 (EDT)

Me alegra que en nuestro país hayan personas con este tipo de talentos ofreciéndole al servicio de todo el mundo. Es muy interesante y bastante informativo. Les sugiero que es importante que conozcan lo autóctono de Panamá: su folklore, su cultura, su historia. Felicidades Panamá seguirá siendo "PUENTE DEL MUNDO Y CORAZON DEL UNIVERSO".
Manuel A. Díaz Ortíz <manselm4@hotmail.com>
Medellín, Antioquia COLOMBIA - Saturday, May 23, 1998 at 13:51:10 (EDT)

Hi, man! Seakayaking is my personal " pure zen".
marco svevo <moraison@mailexcite.com>
trieste, it USA - Saturday, May 23, 1998 at 02:03:41 (EDT)

I like it I love it
Candace McCormick
Fort Frances, ON Canada - Wednesday, May 20, 1998 at 16:06:12 (EDT)

Just starting my search. This information will prove invaluable, I'm sure. Thank you.
Mike Sunderland <Square4@ibm.net>
Miami, FL USA - Monday, May 18, 1998 at 01:11:35 (EDT)

I am a student at Southwest Missouri State University, and I was looking for a summer project when I came across your book. I am planning on building the "Guillemot" as described in your book. I consider myself a crafty person and am thrilled at this challenge. I plan to use the boat on the many lakes and rivers in Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas.
Darren Wagner <daw111s@nic.smsu.edu>
Springfield, MO USA - Sunday, May 17, 1998 at 21:58:23 (EDT)

Starting the search for a good wooden kayak.
James Love <jrlove@mint.net>
Pittsfield, ME USA - Sunday, May 17, 1998 at 21:03:51 (EDT)

What a great website! Am reading your current book and enjoying it. Thinking about trying to get involved in the sport (hobby?) if it isn't for young bodies only.
Chris Setzler <christie@i-plus.net>
Dublin, VA USA - Sunday, May 17, 1998 at 13:51:38 (EDT)

I am building a stich n glue kayak, how important are the filets and how thick do they need to be? Thank you for any information.
Rich Aylward <rich- rose@prodigy.net>
Biloxi, MS USA - Sunday, May 17, 1998 at 03:35:27 (EDT)

Have been studying kayak design informally for a year. Have only taken a course with LL Bean, but I'm hooked. Hope to build a stitch 'n glue boat in the next few months.
Rich Bostiga <bostigarnl@aol.com>
Ellington, CT USA - Friday, May 15, 1998 at 22:34:13 (EDT)

thanks for the info
mike niederle
astoria, oregon USA - Friday, May 15, 1998 at 19:41:39 (EDT)

None yet. Will read above and contact you later. Regards Bill
William J. Pullen <pclscl@netup.cl>
Santiago, RM Chile - Tuesday, May 12, 1998 at 19:07:01 (EDT)

Fairly new kayaker interested in trips, classes, and just friendship with other kayakers.
Mary Ellis Peterson <peterson.mary.ellis@dorseylaw.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Friday, May 08, 1998 at 22:59:13 (EDT)

Thanks for the info. I am planning to build my own kayak. I have a fiberglass one now but want a wooden one also.
Mark Robertson <mark.robertson@amd.com>
Austin, Tx USA - Friday, May 08, 1998 at 17:18:44 (EDT)

about to begin making cosine wherry and your hints on ripping and cove /beading most helpful thanks --perhaps one of your plans next --tellme about your book ---where do i get it regards john
john deshon <jdeshon@sphinx com au>
brisbane, qld australiaUSA - Sunday, May 03, 1998 at 05:12:44 (EDT)

Great yaks. Just destroyed my home built Granta Sea Rover of 15 years, and looking for it's replacement.....I'll be back.....
Bill Dow <DowArch@aol.com>
Essex, CT USA - Saturday, May 02, 1998 at 23:34:22 (EDT)

just found site, it's great!! paddling two years, not ready to build, will remember tho'
syl corbit <smcorbit@snet.net.com>
waterbury, ct USA - Saturday, May 02, 1998 at 17:44:01 (EDT)

The more I tell people Im going to build a kayak, the more they laugh and the more uncertain I become!
Krista <tha_banshee@hotmail.com>
Canada - Saturday, May 02, 1998 at 13:17:14 (EDT)

I have finished several canoes and plan to start a sea kayak soon. Your plans look like they could fit the bill. Give a call if you would like to explore the Kenai Fjords with me some day.
Jeff Harriman <harriman_jeff@msmail.asd.k12.ak.us>
Anchorage, AK USA - Friday, May 01, 1998 at 14:26:26 (EDT)

best looking designs in strip that I have seen. I found your address in the'Wooden Boat' magazine - April'98 When my finance lady has approved I am keen on the fast double plans
Don Alford <dalford@manukau.ac.nz>
Auckland, NZ - Tuesday, April 28, 1998 at 01:59:48 (EDT)

Considering building a kayak with my son.
Tom Millican <75630.130@Compuserve.com>
Somerville, TN USA - Monday, April 27, 1998 at 21:58:05 (EDT)

Enjoyed you sight very much and look forward to doing a little business Thankyou
Terry Murphy <lamtnmurph@aol.com>
Chester, MA USA - Monday, April 27, 1998 at 20:32:37 (EDT)

Nice Work
Stephen Martin
Waterford, Ireland - Monday, April 27, 1998 at 12:50:37 (EDT)

I've been looking at your page for some time. The construction photos are a great resource to someone intrested in building a strip kayak. I'm sure you will hear from me again.
Andrew Nemeth <nemeth100@hotmail.com>
Dublin, OH USA - Sunday, April 26, 1998 at 23:26:50 (EDT)

Just about to finish my kayak and am getting nervouse about the epoxy and fiberglassing. Thanks Nick for all the good advise early on. May need your advise in another week when I plan to start the Fiberglass and epoxy.
Les Erwin <lerwin@empiredistrict.com>
Aurora, mo USA - Sunday, April 26, 1998 at 10:28:50 (EDT)

My wife and I are just learning to kayak. We are looking forward to many days on the water. Your site will be a great resource. Thanks
Mike Lacher <skylarrae@worldnet.att.net>
Fargo, ND USA - Sunday, April 26, 1998 at 08:13:35 (EDT)

Sorry I didn't do this sooner> My strips are cut and the strongback is coming together. Love the Expedition plans!
Brian R. Millington <patm4re@pacbell.net>
San Clemente , CA USA - Sunday, April 26, 1998 at 02:21:13 (EDT)

Thanks for the fine web site. I have been interested in sea kayaks for years. For some reason these boats are some what rare here in Michigan. There aren't many places to get information about this sport. I really enjoyed the article by Steve and Sheryl about the stitch and glue boat they put together. Great job!
RANDY MASON <72314.3322@COMPUSERVE.COM>
PLYMOUTH, MI USA - Saturday, April 25, 1998 at 01:01:37 (EDT)

I'm getting ready to build a kayak and am interested in yours. Will you please send me a catalog or other infomation about your kits. Thank you! Terry Otis, 5001 N. 36th Street, Arlington, VA 22207
Terry Otis <otistr@erols.com>
Arlington, VA USA - Wednesday, April 22, 1998 at 16:43:27 (EDT)

WANT TO BUILD A STRIP KAYAK. NO WOODWORKING EXPERIENCE. THANKS FOR THE SITE. HOPEFULLY I CAN SCRAPE THE FUNDS UP TO BUY ONE OF YOURS. ANY BROCHURES ETC WOULD BE APPRECIATED SINCERELY, DICK MARSHALL
DICK MARSHALL <USAFA@POP3.WTW.NET>
HOUSTON, TX USA - Wednesday, April 22, 1998 at 15:36:21 (EDT)

have just started to read your pages ;looks very interesting, i am about to start building our second kayak with my friend russell. we have currently 2 glen l sea kayaks built from wood, of course, and we are about to start building 2 patuxent , when we get the plans from your side of the world! we took our current kayaks out on the murray during our summer for 4 days and had the best time, kayaking is like "bush walking on water", it was really fabulous. we are both middle aged, no clues, but the best of times, at easter even our wifes got out in the kayaks, we may have to built even more later on. i look forward to reading your page.
peter c sowden <pcs@box.net.au>
adelaide, sa australia - Wednesday, April 22, 1998 at 06:20:27 (EDT)

Your site is full of good info&pic's and is well put together and I enjoyed it
lloyd peach <LPEACH@MTT.CA>
halifax, canada - Tuesday, April 21, 1998 at 11:28:40 (EDT)

Love your work, I'm trying to work up the skills to make one of your boats
Jim Casillas <Umonkybutt@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, April 19, 1998 at 22:29:08 (EDT)

I greatly apreatiate the work you have done in the areas of boat design and web site deveolpement. Soon I hope to purchase a kit to build for myself. I feel it would a good project to do by myself and posible could be a family project. The kind a father a son can develope good memores. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!
Charles Price <TNTBOOK@lawtonok.net>
Lawton, OK USA - Sunday, April 19, 1998 at 21:00:09 (EDT)

Very nice and informativ site. Absolutly one favorite site I would like to know more about skin-on-frame special with plastic typ of skin.
Hans Friedel <hansf@kantzowska.se>
Sweden - Friday, April 17, 1998 at 16:12:34 (EDT)

I am looking forward to seeing Nick's book! The kayak builder's bbs is an example of how much Nick cares about the sport and his customers.
Mark Kanzler <nerd_alert@yahoo.com>
Westminster, CA USA - Friday, April 17, 1998 at 14:02:10 (EDT)

wow! great looking kayaks. I'm acomplete novice at the canoe and kayak scene. I'm building my first boat right now--a ceadar strip wee lassie two, using mcarthy's book along with canoecraft and info from your site. i really want to build a kayak, but i'll wait till i get my "sea legs" before i endevor to float a boat that you have to "put on like a pair of britches". thanks for a great site--looking forward to your new book--i've got it on order at the bookstore!
garland reese <dee.gar@juno.com>
okc, OK USA - Friday, April 17, 1998 at 09:35:36 (EDT)

Generating enough bravery? to build a strip canoe.
Jim Kirkpatrick <james.kirkpatrick@vpl.varian.com>
Garland, TX USA - Monday, April 13, 1998 at 15:05:00 (EDT)

Thanks for a Great Site. I find your designs very appealing.
Roland Jessen <r.jes@linkoping.mail.telia.com>
Linkoping, Sweden - Monday, April 13, 1998 at 10:10:15 (EDT)

could you send me some info. on what you charge on custs. I want something small, light weight. And that could hold a full camp pack etc. in front and rear. Jeremy Bales P.O.Box 60937 Santa Bar.,Calif.93160-0937 thank-you
Jeremy Bales <dedhed2@earthlink.net>
USA - Saturday, April 11, 1998 at 21:48:22 (EDT)

Interesting website.
Hannu Korhonen <hako@louhi.kempele.fi>
Finland - Friday, April 10, 1998 at 04:34:13 (EDT)

I am just beginning to explore the world of coastal kayaking since we go to the east coast each summer. Your kayaks seem very well designed.
David Nelson <NLS.4@worldnet.att.net>
Ann Arbor, MI USA - Tuesday, April 07, 1998 at 15:36:14 (EDT)

I've been looking for plans for a lapdtrske (clinker) canoe. After stumbling on your homepage, I want to build anything that floats. Thanks.
Richard Miller <rmiller@nsf.org>
Ann Arbor , MI USA - Saturday, April 04, 1998 at 15:35:33 (EST)

I'm a whitewater kayaker from Colo. I'm reading "The Starship and the Canoe" right now, which got me thinking about sea kayaking. I've surfed a lot in Northern Cal and think that a sea kayak would be the perfect vehicle to discover "inaccessable" breaks. Peace
Ture Hoefner <none>
Golden, CO USA - Friday, April 03, 1998 at 14:28:20 (EST)

Nick, I'm still awaiting your strip-building book. Any word on when we will see it in the bookstores?
Bob Peritsky <Peritsky@ix.netcom.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Friday, April 03, 1998 at 11:10:22 (EST)

I have been trying to find information on building kayaks for a while, but never really found any. This is great. I will definitely be asking questions in the near future. I am planning to begin my first kayak soon.
Steve Braman <sbraman@mailcity.com>
Jamestown, RI USA - Wednesday, April 01, 1998 at 19:52:41 (EST)

your boats look great
Brian Shirley <bjshirley@worldnet.att.com>
USA - Wednesday, April 01, 1998 at 18:09:12 (EST)

Do you know of a simple design kayak for boy scouts to do as a Troop project?
Pete McGahan <petemcgahan@yahoo.com>
Oak Lawn, IL USA - Monday, March 30, 1998 at 01:32:51 (EST)

I'm looking forward to build a kayak. Thanks for information.
Milton Vollmer <milsuvol@chibardun.net>
Rice Lake, WI USA - Sunday, March 29, 1998 at 12:12:21 (EST)

My son and I are interested in building a canvas on wood kayak this summer. Have Any help using one of your designs would be appreciated. Youe web site is great! RTR and EAR
Roger and Erich Roepke <rlroepeeke@volcano.net>
Murphys, ca USA - Sunday, March 29, 1998 at 11:34:27 (EST)

Great resource, I am undertaking the adventure of building a double kayak for my son and I to use on our camping adventures. I will surely be consulting this page as my project evolves Doug
Doug Bell <dougbell@escape.ca>
Winnipeg, Man Canada - Saturday, March 28, 1998 at 22:20:10 (EST)

We are new to kayaking and your rich content is really a welcome find. Keep up the good work. P.S. while we have plastic kayaks we are former wodden sailboat live-aboards and appreciate wood craftsmanship.
Robert Frank <ahfrank@edgenet.net>
Somerset, MA USA - Thursday, March 26, 1998 at 17:51:45 (EST)

i just finished a northstar from Rob Macks and noted that the strong back design was different as opposed to the one i used
Mark Goetze <m1ag@prodigy.net>
Rochester, NY USA - Wednesday, March 25, 1998 at 00:29:14 (EST)

thanks for the wonderful woodworking tips!. at this time, i'm busy fixing and restoring my fleet...but someday i'll just have to build my own.
jon cizek
hunt.bch., ca USA - Tuesday, March 24, 1998 at 01:41:53 (EST)

Appreciate your emphasis on content!
Michael Thomas <emtee@umich.edu>
Ann Arbor, Mi USA - Monday, March 23, 1998 at 08:51:46 (EST)

hello,Do you have West system epoxy fiberglass in your kit? if not ,do you sell kits without?
Dallas McPhee <jazz@bulloch.com>
Statesboro, Ga USA - Monday, March 23, 1998 at 08:42:23 (EST)

Built a Chesapeake Light Craft, Tred Avon Kayak. The results were excellent. I am researching for a design in cedar strip plank to build. A single this time
Buzz Shulman <ishulman@seanet.com>
Redmond, WA USA - Sunday, March 22, 1998 at 13:18:14 (EST)

I am sending you pictures by smail of our his and hers Guillemont stitch and glue kayaks I built over the last 9 months, along with some notes on the variations I made on your construction. Mine is built to the dimensions you put on the web page, while hers has been scaled down exactly 10%. These are both fantastic to paddle and we expect to enjoy them for many years. I can't thank you enough for making the design available. Eric Silverberg
Eric C. Silverberg <rhodaeric@worldnet.att.net>
Boxboro, Ma USA - Saturday, March 21, 1998 at 11:01:56 (EST)

Fabulous designs, am contemplating building a strip kayak
John Platt <ShowfrontQ@COMPUSERVE.com>
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Saturday, March 21, 1998 at 04:48:51 (EST)

Hello - I am a Greenlandic kayaker and found your interesting site! I just connected arctic kayaker Gail Ferris with a Japanese kayaker, Hiroko Takahashi coming here to go kayaking in April. Thanks!!
Nuka Møller <Nukaqataa@hotmail.com>
Nuuk, Greenland - Friday, March 20, 1998 at 10:50:21 (EST)

Researching kayak building early stages
Shaheed Kajee
Australia - Thursday, March 19, 1998 at 10:57:56 (EST)

I am in very early stages of researching for the right kayak building project. Your page interests me.
Jim Anderson <jander1@bellsouth.net>
Jonesboro, GA USA - Wednesday, March 18, 1998 at 17:14:01 (EST)

Just stopping by to see how you've changed your web site. It looks great. - Rian - Formation Design Systems
Rian Crisp <RianC@formsys.com>
Scotts Valley, CA USA - Tuesday, March 17, 1998 at 13:22:01 (EST)

Nice bulletin board and web site. I attended Woodenboat kayak course taught by Ted Moores. Seems some people need to answer every post. I only read your and Rob Macks replys. I hope to go to the regatta this fall. Enjoy!
Larry Mazoway <larrymaz@dreamscape.com>
Syracuse, NY USA - Monday, March 16, 1998 at 21:13:32 (EST)

Browsing
Douglas Tucker <douglas.m.tucker@worldnet.att.net>
Chicago, IL USA - Sunday, March 15, 1998 at 18:09:25 (EST)

I am a 1st time cedar strip canoe builder. I can't tell you how glad I am that there are websites like yours to provide information and ideas to builders like myself. Thank you for your help.
Jeff Rynders <JRynders@aol.com>
Cortland, NY USA - Saturday, March 14, 1998 at 14:07:04 (EST)

You have piqued my interest in building a 2 place sea kayak for my wife and I to enjoy. We're both in our 60s and not as limber as we once were.Are there design variations that will increase comfort and stability?
Al Gillberg <agillberg@kiwi.dep.anl.gov>
Orland Park, , IL USA - Thursday, March 12, 1998 at 17:42:48 (EST)

Interesting site.
Jarle Kvamme <jkv@nera.no>
bergen, norway - Thursday, March 12, 1998 at 14:37:22 (EST)

Interesting site.
Jarle Kvamme <jk@nera.no>
bergen, norway - Thursday, March 12, 1998 at 14:36:23 (EST)

I really wasn't prepared to make any comments because I just started looking around this site. But, it appears to be very interesting. I own a plastic seakayak I bought 3rd hand and I love the sport. My ultimate goal is to build my own high volume touring kayak for use in the Gulf and the keys.
Bob Creager <Bc1431@aol.com>
Sarasota, FL USA - Wednesday, March 11, 1998 at 20:12:00 (EST)

Quite a site, how much will I steal, err, borrow for a GCRRR website?
Todd Brown <Todd.Brown@loctite.com>
Rocky Hill, CT USA - Wednesday, March 11, 1998 at 18:50:34 (EST)

Hi, long time! I heard about this webpage from friends I re met in Minneapolis last weekend. Bayfield, WI is THE local boaters mecca. I have wanted to sea kayak for sometime. Maybe this summer! Cheers, AY
Andrew Youel <abyouel@mmm.com>
St. Paul, MN USA - Tuesday, March 10, 1998 at 23:33:45 (EST)

I'd be interested in your newsletter.Thanks
Van Allison <VLand3@aol.com>
Homer, IL USA - Tuesday, March 10, 1998 at 20:34:34 (EST)

Wow! Thanks, Nick, this is like breaking out of the clouds and landing among a circle of friends! (with epoxy under their fingernails and sawdust in the folds of their socks)
Fred R (Scotty) Morrison <scotty@computer.net>
USA - Tuesday, March 10, 1998 at 08:57:09 (EST)

BEAUTIFUL! cAN'T WAIT TO BUILD MY OWN.
Jim Fleming <FLAMER@THEGRID.NET>
TAHOMA, CA USA - Sunday, March 08, 1998 at 18:07:01 (EST)

Well it does look like a "content rich" site. A friend and I have built 3 wood strip canoes and were building a wood strip kayak but then popo happened. the deck does not fit the bottem. Then we managed to split the bottem. This was designated as the friends kayak and he has given the o k to make firewood out of it. We are looking for a wood strip kayak that wont go POPO. I think that I will download most ofthe site to disk and browse for the rest of the evening.
James Bloomfield <jamesb2@ix.netcom.com>
Waterford, mi USA - Friday, March 06, 1998 at 19:08:54 (EST)

I haven't looked at anything yet,but am going to right after I write this. I've been kayaking over ten years here on the Great Lakes. I've built alot of canoes and rowing craft (20), but not a kayak YET. My own boat is a British design...a seilkie...with a skeg. I've paddled boats with rudders, but don't care for them. A friend of mine, Jeff Bloeser is building a Dias rangeley, bought the plans from Newfound. Rt now I'm building a 10' rowboat...traditional planked with doug-fir...probably a little heavy, but I have some planking stock left over from a minesweeper project Jeff and I worked on at the local shipyard and I thought to use some of it up. Time to go. Gerry Banks
Gerry Banks <gbanks@mail.wiscnet.net>
Sturgeon Bay, WI USA - Friday, March 06, 1998 at 18:50:52 (EST)

I grew up on the southern coast of maine and have wanted to do so sea kayaking but want to have my own. I like your lines they look to be fair and true. I will look forward to looking over your portfolio to see which one I would like to build. thanks.
Lee works <Lee in Vt@aol.com>
northfield, vt USA - Thursday, March 05, 1998 at 16:30:51 (EST)

Found Tons of info. Great Webpage. Thanxs.
Leslie Ross
Campbell River, B.C. Canada - Wednesday, March 04, 1998 at 22:34:37 (EST)

i'm doing a project on kayaking and i hope this would help....thanks!!!
Sharie <teddy18@mbox5.singnet.com.sg>
Singapore - Wednesday, March 04, 1998 at 02:13:18 (EST)

Would love to be put on any mailing list you have providing information to someone just starting out, but very interested in sea kayaking and touring. Especially MN, WI, MI areas.
Michael Croy <croym@bdd.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Tuesday, March 03, 1998 at 17:21:42 (EST)

Nice webb
Hans H Karlsen <eproduas@online.no>
3630 Rødberg, Norge Norway - Monday, March 02, 1998 at 15:44:50 (EST)

Beautiful dog and nice looking boat too.
Yvonne Novak <susan23@wharton.upenn.edu>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Monday, March 02, 1998 at 01:49:54 (EST)

Putting on the finish coat of resign on my first attempt at strip building .Can't wait to start another so I can do a better job. Stipping was fun and easy, but glassing seems to take a bit more know how to get a great looking boat where the wood shows through better.Next December I start #2.
Tim Drouin <tjd@concentric.com>
rochester, nh USA - Sunday, March 01, 1998 at 18:03:26 (EST)

Building a CLC stitch-n-glue. Found some good hints'n'tips. See you in PWS.
Lee <Lee.Lockwood@gte.net>
Anch, Ak USA - Sunday, March 01, 1998 at 03:57:22 (EST)

nice pic of u and ur dog. does she really sit that still for you on your trips.The dog looks like a corgi, i wonder if i could do the same with my shetland.have u ever buldt any kayaks using okme plywood.
greg biornstad <dana@ethergate>
portland, or USA - Saturday, February 28, 1998 at 13:00:52 (EST)

Nice page, send me some info on prices of designs.
Erik Cockburn <ecockburn@spectralink.com>
Boulder, CO USA - Friday, February 27, 1998 at 17:47:56 (EST)

I liked the layout of your web page.
Terry Cockeram <cockeram@micweb.net>
Cadillac, Mi USA - Friday, February 27, 1998 at 00:35:31 (EST)

I just purchased plans for the Guillemot play kayak. Can't wait to start putting strips together. It looks like it will be a beautiful boat if I can put it together.
georgia manfredi <gmanfredi@juno.com>
everett, wa USA - Thursday, February 26, 1998 at 21:12:42 (EST)

I think you have a great website
Chris Casada <cjcasada@flashnet.com>
Katy, Tx USA - Tuesday, February 24, 1998 at 20:32:13 (EST)

Wonderful Web Page really helped with understanding the process. Beautiful boats
Robert De Bonis <daddychiro@aol.com>
Spring Valley, NY USA - Monday, February 23, 1998 at 19:58:57 (EST)

Thanks Nick, for the rolling fool animated icon!! He will be the ever present reminder of the work I need to do to roll my loaded kayak! Happy Paddling!
Melinda <Melinda@inwave.com>
WI USA - Sunday, February 22, 1998 at 16:39:09 (EST)

Enjoyed reviewing your information. The kayaks look sharp!
James D. Mason
Mankato, Mn USA - Friday, February 20, 1998 at 16:22:42 (EST)

please send some data.......
joe lasky <lasksea@aol.com>
holliston, ma USA - Thursday, February 19, 1998 at 20:36:31 (EST)

13 years ago I built a 21 ft. rowing shell using ted moores canoecraft as a guide , I am considering my next project which may be the redbird canoe or the 17ft endevor kayak which my buisness partner is now building
jerry DePersia <Jer DeParch@AOL.com>
Grand Rapids, Mi USA - Thursday, February 19, 1998 at 06:57:53 (EST)

This is a great forum! I have just recently become interested in building a kayak and am reading up on it.
David Smith <david.f.smith@mci.com>
Minneapolis, mn USA - Thursday, February 19, 1998 at 01:10:24 (EST)

this web page sucks a fat one
cod stewert <cstewret@aol.com>
republic, mo USA - Wednesday, February 18, 1998 at 15:06:03 (EST)

Hello
Joe Pivarnik <joepivarnik@sffrb.org>
San Francisco, ca USA - Wednesday, February 18, 1998 at 11:13:52 (EST)

Glad I found your site. I am looking for a kayak project that will give our scout troop experience in boat building and fun on the water. I am also looking for a "sea kayak" I can build with my son.
Jon Sedgwick <jsedgwick@nature-plus.com>
Stratford, CT USA - Wednesday, February 18, 1998 at 09:31:40 (EST)

Finest sight I have seen yet. I am now seriously thinking about building a kayak. Thanks to you and these exquisite craft.
Howard Zimmon <haunted@soli.inav>
Mt. Vernon, Ia USA - Tuesday, February 17, 1998 at 23:29:17 (EST)

GLAD TO FIND YOUR PAGE!
bill sedgwick <BILL1TRIAD>
MODESTO, CA USA - Monday, February 16, 1998 at 17:11:45 (EST)

I recently tried to buy a copy of your book, but was told that the printing was delayed. When do you expect it to be out?
R. Peritsky <Peritsky@ix.netcom.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Monday, February 16, 1998 at 12:29:46 (EST)

I recently tried to buy a copy of your book,
R. Peritsky <Peritsky@ix.netcom.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Monday, February 16, 1998 at 12:28:31 (EST)

I enjoy looking at photos of Guillimot-kayaks on this site.
Peter Ball <godball@aei.ca>
Dorval, PQ Canada - Sunday, February 15, 1998 at 22:56:21 (EST)

Thanks for all of the valuable info. I'll soon be building a camp-aboard catamaran for family trips on the Canadian West coast. I am coming to the conclusion that strip building is likely the best bet for creating the hulls. Any thoughts? You've gathered some great journals here; thanks again.
Dean McLeod <mcleodd@mbnet.mb.ca>
Winnipeg, Man. Canada - Sunday, February 15, 1998 at 22:04:36 (EST)

You have built some beautiful boats. I have built a stripper and am soon to start another.My boat hull is out of redwood.Redoak,waltnut,and ash make up the trim. Keep on building. Will talk later about KAYAK plans. Thanks
Thomas Grant <tunafish13@juno.com>
Grottoes, Va USA - Saturday, February 14, 1998 at 19:51:57 (EST)

Great looking boats - after I've built a couple of stitch and glues, I'll have to seriously consider a strip built - I'm all in favor of functional woks of art. If you have a print catalog, please send to : R. Paddison, 2909 Queen Victoria, Pearland, TX 77581
Robert Paddison <jrobpad@aol.com>
Pearland, TX USA - Saturday, February 14, 1998 at 16:45:26 (EST)

I have built a plank n frame kayak,thinking of a building a strip built
Ken Rogers <krogers812@aol.com>
severn, md USA - Saturday, February 14, 1998 at 15:01:37 (EST)

Hello, nice page. I hope to build one too
Sten Svanberg <sten.svanberg@pts.se>
Stockholm, SWEDEN - Thursday, February 12, 1998 at 02:16:28 (EST)

I like the flying Guillemots on your Home Page, I thought I had hit a Newfoundland Web site. I am browsing trying to find some plans for the Cheasapeake 17' as I have Chric Kuliziki's book "The Kayak Shop" and was planning on building the Cape Charles, but was told that the Cheasapeake was better.
Zane P. Fraser <labr.fraserz@gov.ns.ca>
Seaforth, NS Canada - Wednesday, February 11, 1998 at 18:39:44 (EST)

very informative a worthwhile stop
Peter Norberg <wts@kermode.net>
terrace, BBC Canada - Wednesday, February 11, 1998 at 17:25:52 (EST)

Nice page!
Pelle Hammarstrom
USA - Wednesday, February 11, 1998 at 15:30:47 (EST)

I am looking for plans for a "simple" kayak that can be built with basic hand tools, for a first time builder.
Phil Sergey <phil@brookfld.com>
West Brookfield, MA USA - Tuesday, February 10, 1998 at 12:22:37 (EST)

this is my first time looking thru this on the net. . . thanks for having it here. I will look again as am looking for good midwest lakes and river touring kayak. Kayak dealer this area is Shawnee Trails in Carbondale, but don't know if they represent you. I will check. Thanks
robert swenson <swensonrh@aol.com>
carbondale, il USA - Sunday, February 08, 1998 at 13:28:08 (EST)

What a lovely bunch of kayaks you are showing! Me myself is trying to build something similar, but I have no thoughts making as beatyful as yours! My next kayak, however, will absolutely came out of your drawings!
Putte Frid <siw.frid@swipnet.se>
Malmö, Sweden - Sunday, February 08, 1998 at 10:19:46 (EST)

Hallo again I must do a correction to my last letter. I have a double OTTER -78 and a PERCEPTION Reflex which my son is paddling. Sorry about the wrong name, it was too late at night. /RK
Richard Kohlström <rik@du.se>
FALUN, Sweden - Sunday, February 08, 1998 at 10:17:18 (EST)

Very nice web site as I am interested in building a strip kayak Thank You
Jay Knight <Jknight611@aol.com>
New Orleans , La USA - Sunday, February 08, 1998 at 09:28:17 (EST)

novice
H. J. Trainer <hjtrainer@aol.com>
Galveston, TX USA - Sunday, February 08, 1998 at 01:44:05 (EST)

Thanks for a great site Hope to see you at St. Michaels in June
John Hungerpiller <hpiller@msn.com>
Savannah, GA USA - Saturday, February 07, 1998 at 21:27:43 (EST)

Terrific information and comments. Everytime I visit I get reinvigorated. Today I read Bill and Ted's excellent adventure, thinking there'd be more info regarding the CLC project. I enjoyed it anyway. Keep up the great work. v/r CSC
Collin Campbell <CDR_Cam@aol.com>
Odenton, MD USA - Saturday, February 07, 1998 at 09:42:05 (EST)

I'm in the middle of building a 14' strip canoe. I enjoyed some good advice and recognized some of my own exp