Stitching the Hull on a Stitch and Glue Kayak - Petrel Play SG Build - E4.3

[@Rickmakes]

Twisting wires seemed like it would be super easy but it was definitely a learning experience when I built my S&G. It was nice seeing you cover it in detail in this video. I think it will be very helpful to people struggling with this task.

[@NickSchade]

One of the reasons I wanted Bill to help with this build is to have someone who doesn't have experience helps me see what the average first-time builder has trouble with. I hope his learning helps other people learn as well.

[@douglasreeve3591]

Another informative and fun video.

[@yusufbingol6794]

I am writing this message from Turkey. I am currently in the process of making a petrel play.

[@markvandekamp4126]

Are you building this with just the cardboard box laid across two sawhorses? I was expecting that setting up a large flat work surface would be one of the challenges in building one of these kits.

[@johnb6763]

I saw this as well. I think if I was going to make a lot of boats like this it would matter having a set station and places to put things when you are working. The other thing about this is that of all things a boat needs is it will need to be worked on over time. If all you need is two sawhorses.....that makes a lot of sense.

[@NickSchade]

A firm flat surface will be easier to work on. I have plenty available to me. I'm doing it on the cardboard here to show that you don't need a well equipped workshop to get the job done.

[@JohnCooperWilliam]

Have you ever tried the wireless method with frog tape? Seems like it would be easier in some ways. Just wondering about your experience.

[@NickSchade]

I will use masking tape at times, but in some places you need to pull the panels quite hard to get them tight. You just can't do that with tape.

[@yusufbingol6794]

I was very sad that skeg was not included in the plans.

[@NickSchade]

I understand. I wanted to keep the Petrel Play simple to build. I have paddled my prototype for years without a skeg and don't feel it needs one. It makes construction simpler if you don't install the skeg. I will be installing the skeg in this build because I think it is worthwhile for folks to see how it is done, but it isn't necessary.