Sailboats - Cruising
SPHERA 980
SPHERA is a simple cruising boat, studied for the maximum ease of construction in relation to its size.
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SPHERA is a simple cruising boat, studied for the maximum ease of construction in relation to its size.
Swansea Pilot Schooner, flush-decked cruiser, based on the earliest type (late 18th/early 19th century). This vessel is intended for open ocean cruising.
Late 19th-century skimming-dish sloop designed by Isaac P.
Glued-lap plywood rowing or sailing tender with plenty of capacity. Construction: Glued lapstrake plywood. No lofting required. Plans include 5 sheets.
The latest in Bill Garden’s idea of the perfect kid’s cruising boat. Simple enough to be put together in the garage, salty enough to daydream on, and safe enough as well. She’s quite a handsome double-ender, with a fixed keel. This is an “oh my” boat.Construction: Plywood planking over sawn frame
The Rice Lake Skiff is sure to be a very useful boat at the cottage for fishing, rowing or just knocking about.
Very simple workboat for outboard motor power. Suits 8 to 30 hp motors,carry up to six persons, can be built longer or shorter as required.
The Wood Duck 10 Hybrid combines the best qualities of stitch-and-glue plywood kayaks with the beauty of a cedar strip deck.
A trim, rugged, carvel-planked cruiser with simple accommodations for two and a choice of gaff or marconi rig.Construction: Carvel planked over steamed framesAlternative construction: Cold-molded or strip Lofting is requiredPlans include 7 sheets
Hand built, One of a kind. Hull is sound, roof and rear wall of pilot house need repair.
D Hylan Bowler design 26.5’ cruiser launched July 2024. Highly energy efficient.
For sail (sale) our whimsical 14′ day sailer “Green Flash” designed by noted small-boat designer
Classic motor yacht designed by H.C. Hanson and built by Mojean and Erickson (Tacoma) for Dr.