Another kayak joins the fleet and with no glue, screws, fittings or design plans, probably the most interesting build thus far.And for a quick video in...
Minggu, 09 Juni 2013
Rabu, 27 Maret 2013
Skinning the Frame
I'm using 'ballistic nylon' to skin the frame and then will coat with a urethane two pack to waterproof the skin. It's cold in the UK at...
Minggu, 17 Maret 2013
Completed West Greenland Kayak Frame
Finally the frame is complete and the next stage will be to apply the skin The cockpit (1" wider than me!) is formed around...
Selasa, 05 Februari 2013
Stems, Keelson and Chines
Pinning the ribsEach of the ribs is pinned in place with an oak dowel drilled through a blind hole in the gunwale.Forming the stem platesThe stems are...
Minggu, 06 Januari 2013
Steaming the Ribs
The oak used here is 'green' (not seasoned) and the high moisture content will help achieving the tight curves required for the kayak. The steaming...
