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With all frames constructed, it was time to get serious, clean out the build space and assemble a strong back.  I decided to sit the strong back on castor wheels to allow the necessary jigglin … read more

“Limber” is a nautical term for drains in longitudinals or cross members to allow water to flow to the lowest part of a boat. They’re usually thought of as being used along the keel, but they shoul … read more

Today's interview is another one of Kevin Brown of Cape Canaveral, Florida. In 2010, we interviewed Kevin and titled the post "Warning! Boatbuilding is an Addition". That's because Kevin has so … read more

It has been six plus years and I am ready to test this boat; not an official "launch" -  just a test to see if I have succeeded.

For Rory Hamilton, building a boat is more than building a great boat or having one to enjoy. It's more about re-creating memories from his childhood and being able to share those with his family. … read more

I still have a few more videos to share with you from G5--last year's Gathering of Boatbuilders. This one is of our Nomad design which is an 18' Day Cruiser designed in 1958. This intervie … read more