Plans to build the 15' Glousterman Ultralight Dory
Introducing the Glousterman Ultralight dory. Easy to build plans are available for immediate download.
About Grand Banks Dories
The Grand Banks Dory is an old design originally developed to fish the Grand Banks, off the coast of Nova Scotia. The big cod fishing schooners dropped off dozens of dories practically in the middle of the North Atlantic and the fishermen hand lined for bottom fish. The need for a lightweight boat able could cover many miles by oar and/or sail and survive the sudden gales that frequent that area was beautifully filled by the Grand Banks dories. These were originally built by two boatyards in Nova Scotia. These dory designs use modern materials and construction methods while retaining the classic lines for exceptional sea keeping abilities and rowability.
The Glousterman was designed as a very light, car toppable rowing craft that would pull well and be safe to row in rougher water. The traditional dory hull shape is derived from the sturdy Grand Banks fishing dorys. The Glousterman is built from two sheets of 1/4 inch thick marine or exterior plywood by the "stitch and glue" construction method. This method requires no forms or jigs. It is ideal for the beginner or experienced boat builder. No special tools or equipment are required. Builders claim this is the fastest boat they've ever rowed.
Free Study Plans for the Glousterman Ultralight Dory
Our study plans are two of the actual construction drawings. They're not enough information for you to build the boat, but they do give you the overall boat size, shape and construction methods. This is a pdf file readable with the free Adobe Acrobat pdf file reader.
Complete Construction Plans for the Glousterman Ultralight Dory - Only $39.99
The construction plans for the Juneau are available for download from the Internet in Adobe pdf format. To purchase, you will be taken to the PayPal site where you may use a credit card, debit card, or e-check. It's safe and secure. After completing the transaction, use the "Return to Vendor" link and you will be taken to a page where you are able to download the plans instantly. California residents must pay 7.75% sales tax.
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