Uncle John,
You may remember that you sent me a kit for a pirogue
when you were in England about a year and half ago. Well here are
the results. Martin Roberts, England (Martin's page takes a good while to load but is one of the best series on building I have received. Uncle John) |
Scarfing the Sides |
Scarfing Bottom |
Cutting the Ends |
Ribs, Stems and Rubbing Strips fitted |
Gluing the Bottom |
Sheltering Boat from Rain. |
Bottom on ready for trimming |
Edges glassed |
Bottom painted with Epoxy |
Undercoat (emulsion) |
Paintjob Finished |
Looks better in photo than real life |
Transporting to maiden voyage |
Maiden Paddle |
Maiden Sail |
Capsize Test |
Year Later with Outrigger preparing to sail |
Finally a stable sail. But boy what a lot of weather helm |