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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 - Cruising
7.2 Meter PAKETI
This 24' Australian design provides three arrangements to choose from-a small cuddy, or two cabin styles.
Construction is plywood with a single hard-chine.
Construction: Plywood planking over sawn frames.
Alternative construction: Strip.
Lofting is required.
Oar / Paddle
Kingfisher II
Kingfisher’ II is was developed directly from Kingfisher. Hull shape was modified with with flatten side line and reduced height. Other hull dimensions remain the same, width of 93 cm, flat bottom and slim shape gives good stability and maneuverability.
Sailboats - Cruising
Kahuna
Kahuna is a superb coastal and long-distance cruising boat, designed for modern wood/epoxy construction. The first boat was built in Australia, and several have been launched in the US. Others are under construction — in the US (New York) and in Europe (Italy, the UK and Russia).
Oar / Paddle
20' Bangor Packet
Lightweight, reasonably seaworthy recreational single with a sliding seat and outriggers.
Construction: Cold molded
Lofting is required
Plans include 5 sheets.
Oar / Paddle
LONG WEEKEND
After numerous requests for a larger version of our “Happy Hour” fishing kayak here is the result. “Long Weekend” is not a mere scale up. Bottom is V-shaped which improves tracking and ability to handle small waves. The slightly narrower beam makes the hull fast. Stability is great.
Sailboats - Cruising
15' RoG Micro-Cruiser
An expedition micro that will accommodate 2 adults for a week-end or a single-hander for up to 5 days. Ability to take on some weather and deliver solid performance while doing so. For the crew: forgiving and predictable but fast & fun. Launch time should be kept to a minimum.
Sailboats - Racing
i550 sport boat
The i550 is a very popular 18 foot stitch and glue design. Simple construction and avid builder blogs and websites add a sense of community and support for the builder.
Oar / Paddle
15' 6" Cottage Cruiser
This boat is happy playing near the beach, on portages or off on a two week canoe trip.
Sailboats - Cruising
30' Malabar Jr
Carvel-planked, outside ballasted cruiser with choice of three or four berths.
Construction: Carvel planked over steamed frames
Alternative construction: Cold-molded or strip
Sail Area : Sloop - 528 sq. ft., Yawl - 579 sq. ft.
Lofting is required.
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1938 65' Chesapeake Bay Buyboat "Choptank"
This vessel is a 65' custom-design, custom-build Chesapeake Bay Oyster buyboat.
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Always Draws a Crowd - Fully Restored and Modernized 1963 Chris-Craft Futura 33'
This one is ready for the grandkids or a dinner cruise.