I started the kit selection process by digging through Chesapeake Light Craft’s website. I knew I wanted something longer than a recreation-length boat (13-14′). And something pretty fast. After narrowing down the choices, I emailed CLC and got a quick response from John Harris, the owner. He recommended the 18′ Night Heron. He also suggested I chose the hi-deck version because of my size 12 feet. I guess size does matter.
The hi-deck version was only available in the hybrid design. And the hybrid boat uses stitch and glue plywood for the hull and then cedar planks for the deck. I had watched all the online videos CLC had posted most of which were the building of a complete stitch and glue kit. While those make nice boats, I wanted to use the cedar planks to make the boat look ‘cooler’. So the hi-deck hybrid was my choice.
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