I think you'd have to be in some pretty serious wind before this became an important consideration - far beyond what most of us are likely to find enjoyable. ...
Well, I'm the new owner of an AF4B built by another Midwestern boatbuilding addict. It looks like a pretty nice boat for what it is. Much bigger than it looks...
Hi Chris, ... rig ... I sail a 23'-6" Bolger Light Schooner with a gaff cat schooner rig. The sails are identical at 103 ft**2 each. Although I enjoy running ...
Thanks Rob, (and all) I guess "comitted" could be a bit of a strong a word...Have ordered the plans and book and located a source of wood are probably more...
just a note to state that while I'm not working very fast these days I am making progress with the building of my Harmonica. I'm still planing on having it on...
... Looks interesting! Keep in mind you'll want limber holes everywhere, because water *will* get in, and you want it to drain and evaporate. One must assume...
Well, hold on a moment here. (Let me apologize right now for raising more questions!) On motors, You're right that you will probably want a different motor for...
... get ... out, ... Chris, I did place limber holes in the outer edges of the two center bulkheads as called for by the plans. However, now that I am futher...
All good points and I have been there with some of them. I live in S Colorado. Definetly not the sailing capital or the world! My only small lake, (with what...
... Sanding is a drag, but I love painting! If water can collect there, it will. It's a guarantee--water can get in, it needs to get out. Ventilation is the...
... get ... the ... (where ... Chris, have a nice and safe trip! Some Arizona areas can be VERY dry. I spent one winter (3-months) camping in the Arizona...
If you have trouble getting access to white pine planks, you can substitute another softwood that you can get in your area. Listen, until now getting your...
Hey William, Have you considered a canoe? Your location puts you quite close to some of the most beautiful canoeing in the world! And of course the canoe is...
Just added couple of Photos. The last one is a picture of the reason why the boat will not be ready sooner. Happy buildings! May The Float Be With You! Markku...
I would like to view a caprice or cormorant anywhere within a few hours drive of Saint Louis. I think a jewelbox is too small, might like a bit more headroom...
Hello all, I've tried some internet searches but had no luck coming up with info regarding building a T-shaped boom (not sure if a T spar can be used for a...
... You might have a look @ Jim Michalak's Bridwatcher, if you haven't already. I don't know if he is bringing it to the Midwest Messabout @ Rend Lake, but I...
... yet ... I would suggest going though Jim's back issues for his columns on using different rigs on different boats; He pretty much explains the process to...
Hey Max. That sure looks like the hard way to build one! I made one from a red cedar 2x4. It was pretty easy to shape and it did work as advertised. However...
Howdy Max ... I made two, one regular length, and one storm paddle. The storm paddle is shorter. Also both of my paddle blades have diamond shape long on the...
Hi Max Rob's got a point re the width. Actually I suspect it's also a LxW ratio issue as well. IIRC they're designed for long narrow kayaks where you want to...
Hi I just received my plans of the VeeP 14 and can't wait to get started. Ihave never built a boat before but I do alright on wood and metal working projects....
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