VILA 650
VILA 650 is the biggest of the VILA family of three small planning cruisers.
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VILA 650 is the biggest of the VILA family of three small planning cruisers.
NAIADE is a little bit shorter than classical sea kayaks but it is perfectly suitable for pleasure trips in calm waters, under safe conditions, even for amateur paddlers.
SIRENETTA is a mini kayak conceived for young people, but it may be used also by adults. The flat bottom and the reasonably large beam make it safe and suitable for beginner canoeists.
Fine boatyard skiff or small harbor ferry. Construction is plywood planking over bulkheads. Lofting is required. Plans include 5 sheets
20' expedition size, double kayak, accommodates big people with big feet in an efficiently paddled hull.
Here is another little skiff inspired by a Chesapeake Bay working craft.
V-bottomed seaworthy pocket daysailer/cruiser designed for plywood construction...
Construction - Glued Lapstrake clinker plywood. No Lofting required. Plans include 5 sheets with instructions. Sail Area - 67 sq. ft.
Complete with spars and sails. Lying Cape Cod. Last restored c1970. Cockpit and deck are newer.
Lord Nelson Royal Navy 1798 pattern Pinnace. Pine on oak. Length 28.5 feet. Needs few repairs.