On 14 Nov 2006 08:30:01 -0800, "foster239" wrote:

I would like to make coasters from a small (3-4") log by crosscutting
them on a bandsaw about ¼" thick. Would anybody have any
recommendations on what kind of wood/log to use that would not
"check" and would have an interesting grain structure?

Any chance of convincing you to rip that log instead?