On the Micro series the mizzen is off-set to one side of the motor mount opening and includes a boomkin and a single sheet. Whalewatcher and Martha Jane much...
Many of you have probably read the article by SA in MAIB this issue. It includes a bunch of "new" historical and biographical information. Especially the...
Hello Tom. As a joyful Micro owner I can hardily endorse the design. Technically I did not build mine but in fact probably put in more hours rebuilding the one...
Hi, Progressing with my Micro. I am thinking of building a tabernacle into the bough transom and would like some opinions on my ideas because I have heard of...
My son is planning to finish a Birdwatcher-type design (Michalak Philsboat) to have a removable hardtop, so he and buddies can fish, with the option of the...
so i am working on my Ohio sharpie. The trunk is out and i keep looking at the space thinking what a shame to divide it with a center board. would a Jim...
So everyone's been weighting in on their opinions about copyright law. So is there anyone out there who can contact Susanne and convince her to continue...
Hi Bolger, I set up a Facebook profile where I can post my pictures, videos and events and I want to add you as a friend so you can see it. First, you need to...
Hi All, I tried doing a search of the site and the photo section and can't find anything... so I'll ask. Anyone ever build a featherwind? If so, how is it for...
Hi everyone, as I have ordered the plans for the Bobcat this week can someone provide me the material list for that boat to start calculating. Thanks a lot! ...
Hi, I am building a Micro and have been informed of the benefits of a MKII, which I wasn't aware existed. Where can I get plans/information to update my build...
New Canadian Birdwatcher I, only with spritsail ketch rig + leeboards http://bolgerbirdwatcher.blogspot.com/ As good as new, 28 seasons old Redwing + PB&SA...
Most of my boats have exterior latex housepaint on them and their interiors. The paint is inexpensive, cleans up easily, and doesn't fry my brain without...
So many years ago, I saw the Solution 48 in "Different Boats" Seemed like a great way to translate the "instant Boat" concept to ocean cruising. has any one...
Guys, I only lurk here and have only built one Bolger designed boat. But how about those who want to discuss issues about plans availability, grief, and ...
Does anyone know what became of David Hume's Blueberry? I've come to really admire that little design and would like to know what became of it. Bill Parkes...
Is there any sort of market for purchased, but not used, Bolger plans? Is it appropriate to either offer to buy or offer to sell such plans on this forum? Does...
Well I am wanting to buy a set of Bantam 16/20 plans to build. Secondhand is ok, and to be fair to PB&F I am happy to buy your used set, then send a check to...
Hello All, Would those familiar with LeCabotin and Loose Moose (aka AS-39) give me an idea what the differences are between these two boats? I'm assuming that...
I completed my report on the tests of stretch and resiliency for three different weights of polytarp commonly used for low cost sailmaking. The report...
There's an article in the New York Times today about the America's Cup races. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/09/science/09sail.html?emc=eta1 While viewing the...
Hi, I am wondering if anybody on here has built the Gloucester Light Dory using stitch and glue rather than chine logs? I am looking at the Gloucester LIght...
I came across this on a meander, http://www.keepturningleft.co.uk/keepturningleft.php?type=scuttlebutt#IKprDvV7-po hopefully its of interest to someone steve...
http://www.tradeonlytoday.com/images/stories/web/breaking_news/pemaquid0205.pdf The above New Harbor, Maine — Pemaquid Marine boat yard press release ...
Have Sneakeasy plans and am thinking of including a retractable board just behind the bow to aid low speed maneuverability in cross winds. I read somewhere...
I have built to plan a Parker Ohio Sharpie. The hull is ready to paint but the interior is not finished needing deck, seats, center board etc installed. I...
Bruce and anyone else with a Chinese gaff rig, How has this rig worked out for you? Do you get a good set to the sail, or do the sheets tend to bunch up the...
The rudders on these designs are all shallow, end-plated, and partially balanced about a shaft. They are also pretty small compared to the sail area. I...
