The Bear Mountain Boat Shop

Yes i am building on a strongback with regular forms.

I lofted from a fiberglass canoe a friend of mine has, made by Barefoot.

33" at the gunwalls, 35' in the bilg (sides tumblhome)

Yes i will be glassing.

If i use extra layers of glass or s-cloth how clear will it be?

I want to build a flat bottom canoe, but I have heard that you can not build one in cedar strip. Because there is no strength in the bottom. I have plans too use formed ribs to help support the bottom.
I was hoping that I could get some input or tips on this subject.