Canoe and Kayak Building the Light and Easy Way

Author: Sam Rizzetta
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071597360
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 254

Book Description
The first quick-and-easy composite construction method for canoes and kayaks This book is certain to appeal to any paddler with a DIY bent. Master craftsman Sam Rizzetta presents three attractive innovations: a new building method that makes Kevlar and carbon-fiber boats cheap and feasible for home builders; an ergonomically designed canoe that makes paddling easier and more comfortable; and a foam-flotation installation method that makes canoes and kayaks safe and unsinkable.

Building Your Kevlar Canoe

Author: James Moran
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 9780070430365
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Plans and instructions for building canoes using the strongest, lightest miracle fibre - Kevlar.

The Strip-Built Sea Kayak: Three Rugged, Beautiful Boats You Can Build

Author: Nick Schade
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071708707
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 217

Book Description
Although books on strip building canoes abound, this is among the first to adapt the technique to crafting attractive, functional kayaks. Using high-quality, computer-generated illustrations and photographs to explain key techniques, the book provides complete plans and measurements for three different kayaks: 1) A simple solo craft for beginners, 2) A high-performance solo kayak for intermediate paddlers, and 3) A tandem design for two paddlers. With its easy-to-follow guidance and instructions, The Strip-Built Sea Kayak makes top-notch kayaks accessible to budget-minded paddlers.

Building Strip-Planked Boats

Author: Nick Schade
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071643370
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description
The first comprehensive book on stripbuilding almost any type of small boat Strip-planking is a popular method of amateur boat construction, but until now there has never been a book that showed how to use it for more than one type of boat. Author Nick Schade presents complete plans for three boats of different types (canoe, kayak, and a dinghy) and shows you step-by-step how to build them. Written for all amateur builders, the book covers materials, tools, and safety issues.

Building Outrigger Sailing Canoes

Author: Gary Dierking
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071594566
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 185

Book Description
Build the fastest, most exotic sailboats around! Popular in Hawaii and throughout the South Pacific and Indian Oceans, outrigger canoes combine the romance of the South Seas with a ruthless efficiency of design and breathtaking sailing performance. This is the first book to present complete plans and building instructions for three outrigger sailing canoes. Based on traditional Hawaiian and Micronesian types, the designs are lightweight, easy to build, and screamingly fast. Author Gary Dierking shows you how to build these boats using stitch-and-glue and strip-planking construction, explains what tools and materials are required, how to rig and equip the boats, and more.

Building a Strip Canoe

Author: Gil Gilpatrick
Publisher: Delorme Mapping Company
ISBN: 9780899333496
Category : Boatbuilding
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Includes directions for building eight different canoes plus a helpful list of resources for lumber, tools, etc. 100+ photographs & illustrations.

Featherweight Boatbuilding

Author: Mac McCarthy
Publisher: WoodenBoat Books
ISBN: 9780937822395
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
Using the Wee Lassie as an example, the author opens your eyes to the natural beauty around you. A practical and beautiful craft, this lightweight and strong double-paddle canoe will carry you to waterways that are inaccessible in most boats.

Bark Canoes and Skin Boats of North America

Author: Edwin Tappan Adney
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1602390711
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
The bark canoes of the North American Indians, particularly those of birchbark, were among the most highly developed manually propelled primitive watercraft. Built with Stone Age tools from available materials, their design, size, and appearance were varied to suit the many requirements of their users. Even today, canoes are based on these ancient designs, and this fascinating guide combines historical background with instructions for constructing one. Author Edwin Tappan Adney, born in 1868, devoted his life to studying canoes and was practically the sole scholar in his field. His papers and research have been assembled by a curator at the Smithsonian Institution.

Canoecraft

Author: Ted Moores
Publisher: Firefly Books Limited
ISBN: 9781552093429
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 207

Book Description
Back in print: A revised second edition of a classic how-to book on canoe building. The new edition is updated to include advances in glues and techniques since the original was published, as well as five new canoe plans, builder tips and paddle carving.

BUILD YOUR OWN CANOE

Author: Dennis Davis
Publisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847973663
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 272

Book Description
Build Your Own Canoe is a comprehensive, clearly structured and uncomplicated manual that guides the reader through the various stages of constructing an inexpensive, lightweight and versatile plywood canoe. Topics covered include: design considerations; building and fitting out the basic hull; customizing the hull to suit yourself; repair and maintenance; advice on transportation, storage, camping and river access; safety and the maiden voyage and the history of the canoe.