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If you’re in the market for a boat to build, this directory of Boat Plans & Kits is a fine place to start. And if your company sells plans or kits, we invite you to list your offerings here. There is no charge for listing, but the FEATURED BOATS MUST BE BUILT OF WOOD.
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WP 500
The recent America’s Cup has proven what is the potential of fast acceleration with a trimaran hull “piercing bow,” that is designed to penetrate the wave and not to float on the waves. Beyond the result the difference in behavior between Oracle and Alinghi was bright watching the races.
Point Comfort 18
Here is another little skiff inspired by a Chesapeake Bay working craft.
Sailboats - Cruising
VOYAGER 600
VOYAGER 600
CRUISING SAILBOAT WOOD EPOXY boat plans & FSP
Puget Sound Cruiser
Originally designed for WoodenBoat Magazine’s Design Competition II, Puget Sound Cruiser is an efficient, rugged, comfortable cruiser that can sleep two comfortably, or four in a pinch.
Oar / Paddle
15' Prospector 'Ranger'
Prospector “Ranger” 15 — a pocket-sized prospector.The Prospector models built by the Chestnut Canoe Company were made in lengths from 12 to 18 ft.
16' San Juan Dory, Outboard
This rugged and able outboard-powered dory combines beauty with practicality and is easy to build.
Construction: Plywood planking over sawn frames.
Lofting is required.
Plans include 3 sheets.
Oar / Paddle
LONG WEEKEND
After numerous requests for a larger version of our “Happy Hour” fishing kayak here is the result. “Long Weekend” is not a mere scale up. Bottom is V-shaped which improves tracking and ability to handle small waves. The slightly narrower beam makes the hull fast. Stability is great.
Lumber Yard Skiffs
Rugged, simple, stable, and economical to build, the Lumber Yard skiffs are based on traditional New England flat bottom work skiffs.
Sailboats - Daysailers
16' Perfect Skiff –Weld
The flat-bottomed skiff can be both the most and least refined craft afloat.Popular by their ease of construction.Construction: Plywood planking over bulkhead frames.Alternative construction: Cross-planked bottom, planked sides (details included).Lofting is required.Plans include 5 sheets, and in
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From the Community
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1991 Pulsifer Hampton
Well maintained Pulsifer Hampton with Yanmar 3GM for sale.
$12,500 or best offer.
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12'10" classic Lapstrake Skiff for sale
12'10" Lapstrake skiff built by a community class under the direction of a Master Boat
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Silk Purse - An Historically-Inspired Gaff Pocket Cruiser that turns heads wherever she goes!
Owned for 47 years and trailer-sailed from the Chesapeake to Canada.