I know that this has come up time and again but I still have a few questions. Reading the directions,it says I "need straight grain, clear wood for the...
I am thinking about building a Blivik 13 with my 15 year old son, I think the construction should be easy for us, I am most interested in thoughts about how it...
Hi Folks, I'm a new member (uk) and just about to take the plunge to construct a classic 12. Before I try to set up the order, to settle my last minute nerves,...
Good afternoon. I purchased a Nimrod 12 short kit in '08. Well as things go I have not yet begun the construction of it, and it doesn't look like I'm going to...
Sorry for repost- clarification San Francisco Bay Area Snowshoe 16- spruce ash, dacron Canoe is is fine shape- very little use- only issue I see is the seats...
San Francisco Bay Area Snowshoe 16- spruce ash, dacron Canoe is is fine shape- very little use- only issue I see is the seats need some attention- attached...
So I finally got my boat in the water! Just a short paddle, but it does indeed float :-) For those of you who haven't seen it recently here's the link. I...
Bob, After much agonizing and research, I have decided to use Sherwin Williams Porch and Floor Enamel (Waterborne formula for concrete and wood floors). I am ...
FYI – I used MAS epoxy when I put together an Annapolis wherry from Chesapeake boats (clcboats.com). I seemed very good and did not darken. I would use it...
Several of us have run out of the epoxy that is supplied with the kit. Maybe we were too generous with our glue-ups, but I would rather err on the side of too...
Just received my classic 12 plans and partial kit, watched the video and read some recommendations on using green ash or oak. I was wondering what thoughts...
I'm just about to cover my Snowshoe 14 and I'm thinking about paints... I know most people varnish their boats but I'm somewhat set on painting mine. Have...
Hi, I bought a couple of weeks ago plans for the BLIVIT 13 and with them I received also a couple of papers about a swing centerboard. Has anybody integrated...
Is there any problems in streching or shortening the Gaboats? I was thinking od building a 8 - 10% shorter version of the Westport Dinghy 8. Yes, I know its...
Hello! I while back I purchased a Snow Shoe Explorer 14 partial kit, plans, and a pack of clampits. It is now clear that I won't have the time to build the...
Hello builders, I have started building the Arrow 14 in my basement. I chose this design for several reasons, mostly because the window in my basement is 32" x...
Hi Folks, Generally, I only use straps on the factory racks on my Highlander for transport around town. Recently, my family and I took about a four-hour road...
We attended the 10th Annual PNW Albin Vega Rendezvous recently, and I took the GA Black Fly as a tender. It was a pleasure to lift it on and off the fore deck,...
Construction method, materials, boat design? I'm assuming all three play a role but what is the major factor. I'm sure if you have been reading the group the...
Are the Snowshoe 16 or 18 durable enough for Boundary water trips? Does anyone use either of these models for tripping? If you do, have you made any...
Hi all. (This is my first post here.) I am interested in building a geodesic for the prime purpose of getting out on flat water for photography. So stability...
Has anybody had really good experience with a coating for the wood structure of your Airolite Boat. What are the thoughts on Tongue Oil or boiled linseed oil?...
