Stringer Bedding & Continuity Importance?

In a new, large hull layup, is it necessary (beneficial?) to have a strong adhesion of the bottom of the stringer to the hull (epoxy, resin, fiberglass etc), or does the mechanism of the fiberglass encasement of the stringer to the hull provide the required structural connection to the boat? Similarly, should gaps (to accommodate hull shape) between stringer sections (or lateral "rib" sections) be avoided due to possible reduction in structural strength? Basically, both questions are about creating the best structural integrity possible.

 

The encapsulation should do the job, but obviously discontinuity of the stringer is not desirable, as it is a structural element, not just a former for the encapsulating glass. If you are worried about discontinuities, put extra glass in those areas.

 

The area directly beneath the stringer is ideally not hard resin/filler, I use a strip of about 3/8” foam cushion, so the stringer is not in direct contact with the bottom, but is joined to the hull by the tabbing.
This is to avoid “hard spots” that could damage the hull layup when stressed.
I find many Boatbuilder’s let resin pool up under the stringers when tabbing in, poor practice IMO.
Not sure what you’re referring to in the second part of your question, photos or diagrams would help.