Ken, What about strictly paddle version of toter? I don't like epoxy, but have built a nail and glue PD Racer. Am also thinking about stich and glue using...
Hello John, Well, the Toter paddles very well. I actually row it quite a bit. People are building it with no intention of using a motor. The design...
Ken, You mention photos and video on the 'plans page'. Where is the Plans Page? John ... People are building it with no intention of using a motor. The design...
Apparently the recent plans for the Toter include information about an expanded model called the Toter XL. Can someone with these plans provide nestled and...
Has anyone used the plans to convert any other kind of motor for use with the Toter? I have an older Shakespeare motor that I'd like to use on a Toter (or...
... an ... Hi Greg I am sure Ken will reply shortly but the width is 36" and approx 10'6" long assembled (depending on connection method used) with a load...
Hi Greg, Seems Scott D. has answered your question regarding size and weight, and he should know, as he has nearly completed the XL project. His is a little...
For those of you who have watched the DuckBoat version of the Toter take shape, 3 new photos are now posted. This weekend Scott D tested the waters, so to...
For all who have purchased Toter plans, and those who are thinkng of doing so, a new update is now available, dated 09-29-08. It primarily itroduces a quicker...
Ken: I am interested in building a Toter XL. I have a couple of masts and sails that are about the right size. I even have a set of amas to go with one of...
Hi, Neal: Ken and I are working on plans for a sail rig for Toter, but it may be a while before we come up with something. In the mean time, it is perfectly...
Hi Neal, I couldn't have said it better. Chuck and I have discussed a sail rig for the little boat, and as he mentioned it is quite doable. As time permits...
Hi Chuck, Thanks for the response. Just a note; the link you provided below does not work, perhaps a misspelling ? If you have time later this week maybe...
Thanks Greg, The article is a good one, but lacking some information. For instance, what is the best placement for the mast in a simple single sail design...
Let's try again: http://www.jimsboats.com/1aug08.htm Scroll down a bit for the essay titled "Sail Area Math" Chuck _____ Hi Chuck, Thanks for the response....
I think what the designers do is shift the sail and centerboard back and forth until they balance and land in spots that will work structurally. If using a...
Ken: In an earlier post someone said that the Toter Dinghy plans for the Toter XL. I checked out the Duckwork's plans and it makes no reference to the XL....
Hello Neal,  The Toter plans include the XL version drawings. All other aspects of the build are the same. Sorry that no mention is made. I will ask...
I did finally get that done. I hope it's clear now. If not please don't hesitate to suggest improvements. Chuck _____ Hello Neal, The Toter plans include the...
Ken, Is there anything new going on the the Toter world? I remember you asking about sailing the Toter, how is that project going? I am sure that I will be...
Hi John, The idea of a sailing Toter is ineresting, but I have determined the hull to be too narrow to be a practical sailboat. So, I have designed, and am...
Well it is official. I ordered the toter plans and after reviewing them decided to try and make the toter out of cedar strips. Why ? because its different. it...
fhil: If nothing else, consider writing an article about your project for Duckworks. I think it would make a great story! Chuck Leinweber editor - Duckworks...
Chuck has the right idea. Other builders would like to see the final result, and the text that explains it all. Don't hesitate to post photos of your...
As I progress I will try and keep this in mind should others show some interest. march 14 09 Step 1- I have built four bulkhead panels. 30 X 12 and two end...
Wishing to provide a larger version of Toter has resulted in a new 2 part boat design called POLLYWOG. Nested it is 5 feet long, 4 feet wide and 22 inches...
Ken: I have already posted the plans in Duckworks and it will be tomorrow's feature article: http://www.duckworksmagazine.com/09/designs/polywog/ Chuck...
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