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Tug-Along 18 Interview with Wayne Conklin

Tug-Along 18 Interview with Wayne Conklin

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on May 15th 2015

This wonderful video was taken by Earl Gass of Imlay Michigan for his local Power Squadron. Wayne Conklin is the builder being interviewed and you'll be inspired by his beautiful build. Earl … read more
Porpoise, what is it?

Porpoise, what is it?

Posted by Glen Witt on May 8th 2015

Planing boats can have a condition where the boat "bounces" in the planing attitude and will longitudinally teeter totter back and forth. In severe cases the boat can leap clear of the water. In eithe … read more
Finally done and sold...

Finally done and sold...

Posted by Dan Hennis on Apr 27th 2015

So, after 5 years of "on & off" work, I finished the Power Yak. Listed it for a week in the local Craig's List for a week, and sold it in less than 6 days. The pictures I will try yo load her … read more
Decking - the icing on the cake

Decking - the icing on the cake

Posted by Glen Witt on Mar 27th 2015

Icing isn’t necessary on a cake, but it sure makes it look and taste even better. An attractive wooden deck on a boat is similar. It doesn’t change the basic boat, but does enhance the appearance; … read more
Gentry "Cover Girl"

Gentry "Cover Girl"

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Mar 13th 2015

  I'd say some major bragging is in order for Craig Smith, builder of the Glen-L Gentry aptly name "ATTITUDE". Not only did Craig build a beautiful boat, but also had her featured on the … read more
SUP & Surfboard Frame Kit Video

SUP & Surfboard Frame Kit Video

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Mar 12th 2015

The folks at Wood Surfboard Supply are continuing to perfect the frame kits they manufacture for SUP's and Surfboards. They've recently acquired a Laser machine to cut their frame kits and have mad … read more