Boatbuilding Tips and Tricks
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 2010
Home Built Ultralight Stitch and Glue Pram
I realize it is hard to conceive that a boat only 7' 6" long and weighing about 50 lbs, can handle two adults, you can even stand up in it, and you can power it across the water safely. Not only that but you can build it in only a couple of weekends. Heres an example - a Back Bay pram. Plans are available at http://www.spirainternational.com
SUNDAY, MARCH 28, 2010
New Home Built 18' Carolinian Dory Launched
Just received this photo of a beautiful home built Carolinian 18' Carolina Dory. The builder dis an excellent job and I really like the color scheme along with the varnished wood. The Carolinian is easily my most popular boat. It powers and rows well and is a convenient size for fun on the water.
SATURDAY, MARCH 27, 2010
New Mini Miss Stitch and Glue Boat Launched
Kathleen Morgan built this great looking 8' Mini Miss for her 10 year old son. It turns out her older brother is enjoying himself too much and doesn't want to share! Great job Kathleen!
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2010
New Carolina Dory Launched
A customer has been working on this 18' Carolinian for about a year and his patience and attention to detail have been richly rewarded with this beautiful example of a wooden Carolina dory boat. He recently launched it sent me these pictures:
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2010
New Youtube Video - How to Build a Stitch and Glue Boat
I just uploaded a new video entitled, "How To Build a Stitch And Glue Boat" to Youtube with a link on my main site, the Boatbuilding University page (Free E-Books, Videos and Articles) Be sure to check it out:
THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2010
New 14' Canadian Home Built Drift Boat Completed
I just got this photo of a new, home built 14' Canadian drift boat. The builder did an excellent job:
The builder had this to say:
"Gave it a test run in a local pond yesterday. Took a minute to get the hang of it, but once comfortable I really enjoyed myself. Balance is very impressive and boat is extremely responsive. As long as you are easy on the oars it tracks well and also spins easy when needed. Stability is insane, I was a little worried because it is narrower then a lot of drift boats, but definitely a non issue. I put all of my 210 pounds to one side and didn't get much of a lean out of it.
Can't wait to get it on moving water.
I could not be happier and will buy plans from you again."