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Anyone see a reason not to put wood gunnels on a detonator? I really like them, and think it will make the boat lighter. I also have a few weeks on my hands while an injury heals.

Thanks!

do it I think wood is not only sexy but functional too, just remember to maintain it.

Best to use Ash only. For creeking 5/8's by 5/8's min. for gunwale diameter. It will be tough to turn the radius at the bow..did it come with deck plates? If so , Id use them. . cheers

thanks for the replies! let you know how it turns out.

Get well quick Helly. We missed you this weekend.

Helen, wood is good. It will look great on your Detonator. Don't know where you are planning to buy your ash, but when I did my Ocoee, I went to OP Hardwoods on Chestnut. And for a small fee, they will plane it, rip it, and rout it for you. Please feel free to give me a call if you have questions on how I did mine.

Likewise, you have my sympathy on getting hurt. You really should have waited until about August to do that!

Terry

I really missed paddling this weekend and seeing everybody...tried lying to myself that I needed to get much ignored chores done which I did, but it was such a gorgeous weekend! can't even ride my bike because of my shift/brake finger!

oh well, saving up vacation time in the meantime...missed you guys (& gals)!

terry, can you email me your phone number so I can get started on this gunnel deal? thanks!