NEW STUFF
NOW "STITCH AND GLUE" WAVEPIERCERS
I was not all that sure that stitch and glue techniques would work on a complex hull like the Wave Piercers. It takes five panels per side, but the panels don't have to twist or bend a lot and the results are very good. The tunnel ends up a box anyway! The following pictures show the steps in stitching together a wavepiercer hull.
THREE FEMALE FORMS ARE ALIGNED
INSIDE SURFACES ARE GLASSED
HULL IS TURNED OVER READY TO GLASS
NEW HILDA 16
The Hilda series of lobster boats (20 and 26) have now been joined with a 16' version. The 16' model is constructed with plywood panels, except for the nose, which uses wood strips. This combination results in rapid construction time (inherent with stitch and glue construction), while preserving the classic rounded nose and stem feature.
The Osprey 41 is an affordable, no frills cruiser. Simple modular construction using plywood "stitch and glue" techniques. Most of the components can be built in a small backyard, transported to an assembly area, and finished. No high tech materials or go fast stuff - a simple cruisers boat.
NEW 22 FT. CAT BOAT
The Molly 22 displaces 3600 lbs, has a 8'6" beam (for easy trailering), and will comfortable cruise 4 close friends. traditional gaff rig, 360 degree coaming. Plywood stitch and glue construction, except for the forward 24", where vertical wood strips are used to capture the distinctive cat boat bow. More details soon.
OSPREY 2000
The OSPREY 2000 is a two meter radio controlled racing
catamaran. Fitted with 1-3 semi-rigid wing
sails, (which have very high lift to drag ratios, compared with single sided
cloth sails) she should be competitive in light or heavy air. This is an
international class, with racers on several continents. For more
information on the class, contact http://home.attbi.com/~radiosailing/printzone/
I have several top quality boat builders ready to build your hull in fiberglass, steel, aluminum, or wood. On a 40 foot boat, this option will save you about thee years.
Inquire for details
Interesting Links
www.anchorbuddy.co.nz good source for Kellets. Read my article on Anchor Rode Catenary
www.fametreefurl.com this is a bullet proof furler - no bearings to freeze up - simple design, low maintenance, and easy installation.