Best material for kayak/canoe

Discussion in 'Materials' started by joebagodonuts, May 26, 2008.

Page 2 of 2

  2. rwatson
    Joined: Aug 2007
    Posts: 6,165
    Likes: 495, Points: 83, Legacy Rep: 1749
    Location: Tasmania,Australia

    rwatson Senior Member

    Yes - only cloth. Its sits lower for a smooth finish, and it is a lot stronger in the ways that matter.
    If you use wood for the panels, then buy epoxy for wetting out the cloth, rather than Polyester resin.
     
    rwatson, Jun 3, 2008
    #16
Page 2 of 2
Loading...
Similar Threads
  1. Ted Smith

    Best Material to float a house, 5 bedroom

    Ted Smith, Feb 18, 2018, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    69
    Views:
    12,315
    Angélique
    Apr 11, 2018
  2. amspioner

    Best material oarlocks / sockets for rowing a polethylene dinghy

    amspioner, Oct 6, 2017, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    3,029
    amspioner
    Oct 21, 2017
  3. andy47

    Best material for autonomous transatlantic boat

    andy47, Oct 10, 2016, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    23
    Views:
    4,019
    andy47
    Oct 13, 2016
  4. Charlyipad

    best material for a swim platform

    Charlyipad, Sep 22, 2015, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    17
    Views:
    13,792
    ChrisN67
    Oct 7, 2015
  5. abosely

    SS best water tank material?

    abosely, Sep 20, 2015, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    2,770
    abosely
    Sep 21, 2015
  6. Charlyipad

    Best Material for Trampoline Support

    Charlyipad, Jul 21, 2014, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    30
    Views:
    9,876
    waikikin
    Jul 29, 2014
  7. Dirteater

    Best tarp material.

    Dirteater, Jun 10, 2013, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    16,023
    seadreamer6
    Jun 14, 2013
  8. CatBuilder

    What is Best Material for Flat Panel Tables?

    CatBuilder, May 13, 2012, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    18
    Views:
    5,204
    DCockey
    May 20, 2012
  9. themasrawy

    I want help plz (best materials for firefighting boat)

    themasrawy, Nov 29, 2010, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    5
    Views:
    2,140
    themasrawy
    Dec 3, 2010
  10. veralsp

    Best mold type for autoclave and small series

    veralsp, Oct 27, 2023, in forum: Materials
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    887
    wet feet
    Nov 9, 2023
Forum posts represent the experience, opinion, and view of individual users. Boat Design Net does not necessarily endorse nor share the view of each individual post.
When making potentially dangerous or financial decisions, always employ and consult appropriate professionals. Your circumstances or experience may be different.