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Feel the difference a proportionally correct sized kayak can make in your paddling enjoyment.
The Venture has a perky feel with a springier sheer line, compact length and the upright bow.
The GulfStream 28 is a moderate vee, relatively narrow boat (beam/length ratio of 3.4) designed to satisfy a program in which economy and seaworthiness were top priorities.
The Goat has become known worldwide for being a simple to build and simple to sail that delivers.
This is a design for the 2.4mR class. The measurement formula is the same as for the bigger sisters like the famous 12mR yachts once used for the Americas Cup. As the down-scaling would leave the boat with to little righting moment there has been some adjustments to take care of this.
The recent America’s Cup has proven what is the potential of fast acceleration with a trimaran hull “piercing bow,” that is designed to penetrate the wave and not to float on the waves. Beyond the result the difference in behavior between Oracle and Alinghi was bright watching the races.
The Shearwater is an eye-catching, light and fast cruiser that does many things well. It is a strong contender for the budget-minded paddler looking to answer the 'if I could only have one kayak' need
The Mill Creek 13 looks good, they're easy to build, and even though they are more stable than most kayaks, the Mill Creek 13 offer good speed and handling that you'll never get tired of.
A modern iteration of Philippine double outrigger canoe. Adapting to present-day construction method, the wooden facetted hull still has the silhouette of the Austronesian “Bangka”.
The bridge deck cruiser was built in 1930 by the Stephens Brothers of Stockton California.
Nancy Lee is a 2008 First Light open powerboat that was featured on the cover of Wood
A Joel White Haven 12-1/2 built by E.M. Crosby Boatworks in 2009.
