One of the most important choices to make is how and where the canoe will be used. We discuss this decision. Part 1 of 6. We revisit our friend Richard Shepherd and find out if the conversion of this Herreshof classic sailing canoe has improved her performance with this addition. Cutting out the parts.
Assembly begins with the bottom and the stems.
Measuring twice and cutting once is the rule when you use expensive marine plywoods. Even we occasionally make measuring mistakes. Part 2 of 6. Morin is the son of the original builder of the famous Gold Cup racer. Careful attention to detail here brings the hull into correct shape.