Oar / Paddle
Matunuck Surf Kayak
The Matunuck is a surf kayak designed by Nick Schade to be comparable with the best carbon-fiber surfyaks on the market.
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The Matunuck is a surf kayak designed by Nick Schade to be comparable with the best carbon-fiber surfyaks on the market.
A fuel-efficient, carvel planked, displacement launch designed to be powered by a 6 to 8-hp diesel.
Comfortable for 2 people cruising or 6-8 people day running.
Construction: Carvel planked over steamed frames
Alternative construction: Cold-molded, strip
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Construction: Battened-seam planking over sawn frames.
Lofting is required.
Plans include 3 sheets.
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A refinement of the traditional Swampscott working dory for recreational use.
Plans include nine different rigs.
Construction: Glued lapstrake plywood over sawn frames.
Alternative construction: Traditional dory construction.
No lofting required.
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Lord Nelson Royal Navy 1798 pattern Pinnace. Pine on oak. Length 28.5 feet. Needs few repairs.