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Author(s): S. Jeff Horton
ISBN(s): 9780615495569, 0615495567
Edition: Paperback
File Details: PDF, 4.73 MB
Year: 2011
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 0615495567 
ISBN 13: 9780615495569
Author: S Jeff Horton

NOW WITH METRIC OFFSETS! Tired of struggling with that heavy plastic kayak? Are you looking for a lightweight boat but not willing to take out a second mortgage to buy it? What if I told you that you could build a boat weighting less than 35 lbs for $300 to $500? You can and in my new book I will show you how. This style was very popular in the 1950’s and 1960’s and many boat plans appeared in magazines such as Popular Mechanics and Popular Science. Even though it is no longer fashionable in the magazines, the fuselage style of construction is still probably the most cost effective way to build a small boat. Recently I have seen a renewed interest in this type of boat construction. People are rediscovering the advantages of Fuselage style Skin Boats. Fuselage frames boats cost very little to build. A sheet of marine plywood, a lightweight wood such as cedar for the stringers, a few yards of a synthetic fabric for the skin and something to waterproof the skin. Materials for a basic 17′ kayak cost around $300. Adding a seat, deck rigging and adjustable footrest would add another $100 to $150 dollars depending on your preferences. For somewhere around $400 you can build a high performance, 30-35 lbs boat. A composite construction canoe or kayak of similar weight would cost thousands of dollars. This book will walk you through the process of building your own Skin on Frame canoe or kayak. I start by addressing the space needed to build a boat as well as tools needed. There is a detailed section on laying out the frames from a table of offsets. Progressing to how to assemble the frame, skinning the boat and through all the steps to preparing your boat for launching. Included are offsets for three of my boat designs. The StoneFly canoe, Curlew, a 15′ Sea Kayak and new sea kayak design Pouco Barta.

Fuselage Frame Boats A Guide to Building Skin Kayaks and Canoes 1st Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Understanding Kayaks and Canoes

  • Types and Designs

  • Choosing the Right Boat for You

  • Basic Terminology

Chapter 2: Materials and Tools

  • Wood Selection

  • Skin Materials (Canvas, Synthetic Skins)

  • Tools You’ll Need

Chapter 3: Designing Your Frame

  • Frame Components

  • Measuring and Planning

  • Building Templates

Chapter 4: Constructing the Frame

  • Cutting and Shaping Wood

  • Joining Techniques

  • Assembling the Frame

Chapter 5: Applying the Skin

  • Preparing the Skin Material

  • Stretching and Fastening the Skin

  • Sealing and Waterproofing

Chapter 6: Finishing Touches

  • Painting and Varnishing

  • Adding Seats and Thwarts

  • Safety Features

Chapter 7: Maintenance and Repairs

  • Routine Care

  • Common Repairs

  • Storage Tips

Chapter 8: Launching and Paddling Your Boat

  • Preparing for Your First Trip

  • Basic Paddling Techniques

  • Safety on the Water

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