[Paddlewise] Hull/Deck Seam Construction

I was reading some kayak manufacturer's literature recently (trying to 
prepare for buying my next boat) and would like to get some more information 
concerning the methods used to join the hull and deck of FIBERGLASS kayaks.  
Necky talks about an "outside seam".  Current Designs describes using a vinyl 
"H" channel with hull and deck glued to the channel rather than to each other 
(at least I think that is what they meant).  Current Designs also says that 
"outside seams" are available.

1. What is an "outside" seam exactly?

2. Current Designs info says the "H" channel method produces a "seam that has 
a hollow center which accommodates the rudder cables inside".  How are the 
deck and hull glued to the "H" to leave a hollow center?   Is the hollow 
center going to be a weak point particulaly up forward where there is no need 
for rudder cables.?

3. What are the pro's and con's of each construction (or does it even matter 
to the paddler)?

4. Are there other options for joining the hull and deck together besides the 
two I have mentioned?

5. Can you tell by looking at the boat how the deck and hull are joined?

This may be asking for more than can be described here on paddlewise, but I 
would appreciate any information you  may be able to give.

Mark J. Arnold
MJAkayaker_at_aol.com
  
***************************************************************************
PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not
to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission
Submissions:     paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net
Subscriptions:   paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net
Website:         http://www.paddlewise.net/
***************************************************************************