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Building Lapstrake Canoes 2nd. edition

Building Lapstrake Canoes 2nd. edition

by Walter J. Simmons

122 pp., softcover

The author, who has built many of these boats, suggests they are the easiest lapstrake boats to build and therefore ideal for beginners - only simple tools and molds are required, and material costs are low. There are also instructions on how to build a double-paddle.

Contents:

  • Making a Half Model
  • Lofting
  • Building the Moulds
  • Building Platform/Strongback
  • Canoe Keels
  • The Stems
  • Setting Up
  • Cutwaters
  • Lining Off
  • Spiling
  • Planking
  • Steamed Ribs & Floors
  • Rails and Breasthooks
  • Spreaders and Backrests
  • The Seat
  • Double Paddles
  • Finishing
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    by Walter J. Simmons

    122 pp., softcover

    The author, who has built many of these boats, suggests they are the easiest lapstrake boats to build and therefore ideal for beginners - only simple tools and molds are required, and material costs are low. There are also instructions on how to build a double-paddle.

    Contents:

  • Making a Half Model
  • Lofting
  • Building the Moulds
  • Building Platform/Strongback
  • Canoe Keels
  • The Stems
  • Setting Up
  • Cutwaters
  • Lining Off
  • Spiling
  • Planking
  • Steamed Ribs & Floors
  • Rails and Breasthooks
  • Spreaders and Backrests
  • The Seat
  • Double Paddles
  • Finishing