That's true Big Dave. When I get around to fitting a trailer, I may be in a position to get a custom trailer and adjust the rollers to fall under internal stringers and frames. At least I will know exactly where they are, and the layup schedule. Not something most can say.
Then again I may be stuck with whatever trailer I can get cheap.
Scampy: The plans that I have are from Bateau. I bought several as they are fairly cheap. FS17,OB17,LB22, PG20.
I've had these for some time, Bowdidge didn't have any designs in that size that I liked at the time. His Broadwater 5.1 especially would appeal to me now though I didn't see it back then.
One thing in favor of Merhten's plans are that there are many documented builds on the forum, Bowdidge's forum is only to those who have purchased plans so it's hard to tell how many builds are on it and how well they are documented. They are also cheaper plans though many of the finer details are scattered through the forums and website. Merhten's plans have all been downloadable for some time: a big plus factor.
Bowdidge plans generally have higher HP requirements, deeper Vs but look very sharp. I prefer a slower speed, cabin rather than CC (South Island based) and lower HP requirements, preferably with the capability to run at any speed (no hole to get out of.) Filling a 200l underfloor tank is going to be a non starter for me.
Both have similar scantlings and strength.