freestyling a custom shape

[afoaf]

greetings and salutations.

this site is a goldmine of information.

I recently started making my own watercraft in the form of hollow
wooden surfboards using boat building techniques to make light(er)
and more environmentally friendly DIY boards.

http://www.grainsurf.com/forum

I saw this shape the other day:









this is essentially a racing paddleboard shape that has been modified
to allow for stand up paddling.

it will accommodate prone and knee paddling, but also has the
width and flat bottom section to support stand up paddling .

I have some questions regarding this type of design:

1. what considerations should be taken when adapting stitch and glue
techniques to a fully enclosed design?

my initial thought was "needs more transoms!".

2. are there any tips, tricks or techniques that folks could share with
someone who is very green and doesn't have plans to work off of?

I'm particularly vexed on the asymmetrical nature of this particular
design.

[jem]

For an enclosed design, I prefer and internal framework to support the seat area as opposed to filled completely with foam. Install a drain plug or hatch.

As far as helping with the plans, easiest way would be to maybe build one of my simple plans as a experiment. What you'll learn will clue you in as to what you need on a more complex build.