Is anyone else thinking these guys are “high-achievers?” Where do they find the energy? Maybe I need to give up my martinis and switch to something else…Best of luck with your new venture.
One of the pram photos got me thinking--always dangerous. The photo did not seem to have a mast hole. This would be a great opportunity for a bipod rig. It allows a permanent anchoring point on centerline and gives flexibility as to the types of sail you use. As I have several different sails for Nereid, landing the legs on the gunnels means that I can choose different configurations to go with different rigs.
Eric - No hole, so the rowing-only version…but your dangerous thinking could work fine, moving the rig from boat to boat, at least within close size ranges.
That's exciting news and a solid base of boats to start with. Old Salt is very interesting, if only I wasn't hip-deep in another build....At this point, of the boats on offer I've built a Portage Pram (Poppy) and it was a delightful process, well thought out kit, plans and boat.
Wishing u the best with ur new adventure. I'm enjoying an indefinite build with our B&B Amanda 12 that will probably become an electric power skiff, as we"re aging out of small boat sailing. Z
Having built from plans an Eastport Pam, some years ago, was a rich experience and building another small boat from pre-cut materials is encouraging. Great luck with the new enterprise!
I don't find slab-sided boats particularly attractive. However I did change my tune just a bit when I saw and built the Bolger "Bobcat" aka "Tiny Cat". With a small change to the bow profile ( making it a tumblehome type), it became a rather attractive little boat that garnered many positive comments at the launch ramp. The catboat plan presented here has a lot of potential. Even with the slab-sided look it still presents a very attractive appearance. It will be nice to see it finished.
Steve - Just one additional note about the Old Salt 15 design: You can see in one of the photos of the prototype that there’s an abrupt and sorta awkward transition from the upper bow stem to the chine panel below—a pointy junction between the two plywood panels. The will be corrected, and transformed into a gentle rounded curve by application of epoxy foam on the inside of the hull in that area, then a rounding-off of the awkward point so that the stem profile looks like a traditional catboat bow. You and all others will love it! - Marty
Is anyone else thinking these guys are “high-achievers?” Where do they find the energy? Maybe I need to give up my martinis and switch to something else…Best of luck with your new venture.
Thanks, Jonathan! I thought martinis helped.
What a great range of functional small boats to start with. Congratulations and best wishes to those guys.
Looking forward to seeing Old Salt in the old salt water. Kit Boats Co. looking good!
Yay, thank you!
RonB.
One of the pram photos got me thinking--always dangerous. The photo did not seem to have a mast hole. This would be a great opportunity for a bipod rig. It allows a permanent anchoring point on centerline and gives flexibility as to the types of sail you use. As I have several different sails for Nereid, landing the legs on the gunnels means that I can choose different configurations to go with different rigs.
Eric - No hole, so the rowing-only version…but your dangerous thinking could work fine, moving the rig from boat to boat, at least within close size ranges.
Very helpful for folks wanting to build their own boats! BestRoy
That's exciting news and a solid base of boats to start with. Old Salt is very interesting, if only I wasn't hip-deep in another build....At this point, of the boats on offer I've built a Portage Pram (Poppy) and it was a delightful process, well thought out kit, plans and boat.
Wishing u the best with ur new adventure. I'm enjoying an indefinite build with our B&B Amanda 12 that will probably become an electric power skiff, as we"re aging out of small boat sailing. Z
Having built from plans an Eastport Pam, some years ago, was a rich experience and building another small boat from pre-cut materials is encouraging. Great luck with the new enterprise!
I don't find slab-sided boats particularly attractive. However I did change my tune just a bit when I saw and built the Bolger "Bobcat" aka "Tiny Cat". With a small change to the bow profile ( making it a tumblehome type), it became a rather attractive little boat that garnered many positive comments at the launch ramp. The catboat plan presented here has a lot of potential. Even with the slab-sided look it still presents a very attractive appearance. It will be nice to see it finished.
Steve - Just one additional note about the Old Salt 15 design: You can see in one of the photos of the prototype that there’s an abrupt and sorta awkward transition from the upper bow stem to the chine panel below—a pointy junction between the two plywood panels. The will be corrected, and transformed into a gentle rounded curve by application of epoxy foam on the inside of the hull in that area, then a rounding-off of the awkward point so that the stem profile looks like a traditional catboat bow. You and all others will love it! - Marty