Wood and Canvas Kayak

Advice
#1

I’m thinking of building a wooden Kayak with canvas covering. Has anyone had history with them? are they very durable? How do they handle?

I have a canoe now and would like to try kayaking but don’t want to sink a 300-400 dollars.

#2

Do a search here for "SOF"
aka Skin On Frame. As inexpensive as they are, $300 is probably about right for a SOF. You’ll be hard pressed to make one for much less unless you’re already into wood working and have most of the materials.



Jim

#3

Source

– Last Updated: Aug-10-05 12:28 PM EST –

http://www.qajaqusa.org/Equipment/equipment.htm

also

http://yostwerks.com/DesignsMenu.html

#4

try KayakForum as well