Oar / Paddle
15' 6" Cottage Cruiser
This boat is happy playing near the beach, on portages or off on a two week canoe trip.
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This boat is happy playing near the beach, on portages or off on a two week canoe trip.
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Round-bottomed pocket cruiser with room for an inboard auxiliary and accommodations for two.
Construction: Carvel planked over steamed frames.
Alternative construction: Cold-molded or strip
Lofting is required.
Plans include 11 sheets.
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