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Plans & Kits
If you’re in the market for a boat to build, this directory of Boat Plans & Kits is a fine place to start. And if your company sells plans or kits, we invite you to list your offerings here.
There is no charge for listing, but the FEATURED BOATS MUST BE BUILT OF WOOD.
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Sailboats - Daysailers
20' 3" Flatfish Class Sloop
A handsome daysailer based on the Herreshoff Fish Class, but with a centerboard conversion similar to that of the Haven 12 1/2.
Construction: Carvel planked over steam-bent frames.
Lofting is required.
Plans include 6 sheets.
Sailboats - Daysailers
19' 6" Caledonia Yawl
Derived from traditional Norwegian small craft, this handsome double-ender performs as well as a daysailer and beach cruiser.
Clean, frameless, glued-lapstrake plywood hull means, easy construction, happy trailering, and low maintenance.
Construction: Glued lapstrake plywood.
Sailboats - Cruising
26' Gaff Sloop
Shallow-draft, V-bottomed pocket cruiser with spartan accommodations for two.
Construction: Carvel planked over sawn frames
Alternative construction: Strip or plywood
Lofting is required.
Plans include 5 sheets.
Sailboats - Cruising
37' 3" Yawl, Controversy 36
Designed for strip-planking, the Controversy 36 features light displacement and good headroom, with light and open space throughout.
Construction: Strip-planked over bulkheads and frames
Lofting is required.
Plans include 16 sheets.
Sailboats - Daysailers
BLUEMOTION 550
BlueMotion is a new 5.5m dayboat (or large dinghy) design for 2013.
Sailboats - Daysailers
Siri
An 18' daysailer/beach cruiser available in multiple configurations: gaff sloop or balanced-lug yawl rig; traditional plank-on-frame, glued lapstrake, or cold-molded construction; keel or centerboard
Sailboats - Daysailers
19' 6" Centerboard Sloop, TRITON
Accomodates 2-4 for daysailing, and has a small cuddy cabin. Construction: Carvel Planked over sawn frames. Alternative construction: Strip, or strip bottom with plywood sides. Lofting is required. Plans include 7 sheets.
Oar / Paddle
DRIADE
DRIADE is a light and fast rowing boat, ideal for those who wish to train for rowing with a simpler, easier to handle and cheaper boat than the typical rowing skiff.
Oar / Paddle
Kingfisher
Kingfisher’s shape was inspired by famous Chestnut Prospector. Hull width of 93cm, flat bottom and slim shape gives good stability and maneuverability. It is designed for crew of 2 with additional equipment (tents, fishing rods…).
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From the Community
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DOUG HYLAN DESIGN 13' BEACH PEA
Built by professional Vermont furniture maker. In exceptional condition.
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Venetian Gondola Wooden Boat 15'
This Venetian Gondola (K208) by Wooden Boat USA (2025) captures the elegance of traditional Venet
Boat Launchings
Boat Launchings
1885 cutter revival
This is the launch of my cutter based a design by C P Kunhardt from 1885.