Usually glue is discussed for several hours with the conclusion that they all work and that none work. Then it goes on and on. All this goes with home made ice cream and coffee. Boats and boaters at a messabout vary quite a bit in abilities. That is why it is important to have a location that accommodates both large and small boats, and boaters of all levels of experience.
Great satisfaction comes from squaring away a new boat and boater.
We have no competative events at these meets and never will. So if you have a new boat and have never sailed or rowed or paddled, bring yourself and boat along and learn how to do it. If you don't have a boat, there is no problem. These messabouts are a great way to get introduced to homebuilt boats and to see and try out first hand different designs. I personally like to get a ride in any new boat that shows up.