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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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Oar / Paddle
Noank Pulling Boat
The Noank Pulling Boat is an 18′ x 36″ [5.5m x 91cm] sliding seat rowing boat suitable for open water travel.
Oar / Paddle
F1830 Tandem Sit On Top Kayak
The F1830 is the newest BYD design and the tandem version of the F1430 Sit On Top kayak. It is a second generation boat, with an optimized hull and simplified kit. This boat will easily carry 2 adults and a big cooler, or 2 adults and a couple of small kids.
Motorboats - Outboard
Point Comfort 23
This boat is a larger version of my popular POINT COMFORT 18, a traditional Chesapeake Bay workboat type reinterpreted for simpler and more modern construction.
Oar / Paddle
NINFA
NINFA is a medium-size kayak, easy to use also for beginners. Versatility is its main characteristic: ideal for excursions in calm waters on the sea as well as in moderately difficult rivers.
Sailboats - Cruising
OLD BAGGIE
OLD BAGGIE (4,6 m) is the biggest of the Baggie sisters boats a series of classic dinghies inspired by the traditional sandbaggers. It is an elegant fast and comfortable boat for a crew of two persons
Sailboats - Daysailers
14' 10" Outboard SPRITE
An outboard skiff with a wide bottom and moderate rocker that contribute to stability and the ability to carry weight back aft.
Construction: Cross-planked bottom, lapstrake sides
Alternative construction: Plywood or glued-lapstrake plywood
Lofting is required
Abaco 23
Classic sport fishing boat in the style of the Abaco boats. A classic, smooth riding, variable deadrise hull finishing with 17 degrees deadrise at the transom.
Motorboats - Outboard
Sponge Docks Skiff 19
The Sponge Docks Skiffs are designed for first-time builders, due to their simple stitch and glue assembly, yet on the water these good looking boats are versatile, stable and dry.The SDS19 is the latest in the series, and includes:
- Removable sole panels simplify construction.
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From the Community
Register of Wooden Boats
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1991 Pulsifer Hampton
Well maintained Pulsifer Hampton with Yanmar 3GM for sale.
$12,500 or best offer.
Classified
12'10" classic Lapstrake Skiff for sale
12'10" Lapstrake skiff built by a community class under the direction of a Master Boat
Classified
Silk Purse - An Historically-Inspired Gaff Pocket Cruiser that turns heads wherever she goes!
Owned for 47 years and trailer-sailed from the Chesapeake to Canada.