[Paddlewise] durability (was Romeny)

I'd also appreciate opinions on this one.  My instinct is "more expensive is
better" but I'm not so sure.  I have about half the money saved up for the
next (unchosen) boat.  I'm getting hammered with overtime at work so the
money difference matters little.  The how long will it last does.  Light
weight is good.  Longer lasting is better (for this boat).  I have a kevlar
boat and a carbon/kevlar boat.  I'm able to baby them both.  The next one I
intend to beat the crap out of and expect it to last a lifetime (I'm
figuring 15-20 years God willing).  What should I be looking for regarding
layup?

Bob

----- Original Message -----
From: <LedJube_at_aol.com>
To: <paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net>
Sent: Saturday, January 01, 2000 12:47 PM
Subject: [Paddlewise] Romany Explorer


I've exceeded the durability of my current Kevlar
> boat.  I like the idea of a lighter boat but I'd rather have a heavier
boat
> that will last than a lighter boat that I will have to repair.
>     Thanks in advance for your opinions,
>
> Jed



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