Quick Canoe options regarding sternpost and sailing like a duck punt

Hi all,



I have a few questions regarding the quick canoe design that I was hoping some folks may be able to help me with.



I have bought the plans for the quick canoe and will be building in a few weeks time. However, I was wondering if:

• can stern/stem posts be added to the design to join up with the keel? If so would I put a rebate in it to receive the sheers?


• I have a 25' sprit sail I wish to add, is any reinforcement required where the mast partner will go? i.e. a converted seat in the plans.


• has anyone sailed it like a duck punt with no leeboards and just a steering oar?

Cheers,

Ben