Thanks for all the interesting input everybody. I had a feeling that some of the hype ( like that listed below) was on shaky ground. Anyway,...
Hi all, The St Pierre Dory design is claimed to be one of the most seaworthy designs ever. Has anyone gone out in 12 foot seas in one of...
Hi all, I'm sure there's endless debate on which boat design is better than another and all designs have strengths and shortcomings....
Thanks guys... Maybe I should rethink my question. I wondered if a scientific study had been done of "fishing hulls", past and present....
Thanks guys... Maybe I should rethink my question. I wondered if a scientific study had been done of "fishing hulls", past and present. With...
If you were caught in a dangerous storm, what type of hull/design/make would you want to be on? Downeast? West coast troller? Steel trawler?...
Very interesting links Jamie , thank you. ---------------------------- Getting away from the ideal of "stack-able" boats used by a...
Hi all, Mr. Spira claims that small, flat bottomed "dory style" boats are safe and seaworthy. Mr. Spira is a professional engineer. Aside...
Thanks for answering my questions guys. Never thought about buidling a boat outside in the weather - but it makes sense. In that case it sounds...
I see modern plans for POF construction.Why? What is the benefit? From what I've read POF requires great skill in construction and just as much...
Thanks for the information Par. I was wondering if the designs fell under the catagory "timeless" or "dated" and you've answered the question.I've...
(I wasn't sure if this was a "design" thread or "powerboat" thread) Has anybody looked at the Atkins designs (power boats) and run them through...
Thanks for all the input everybody. I'm not interested in building a Home Depot boat but it's interesting to know you can find marine grade...
Thanks gonzo... I didn't want to be accused of promoting something by saying Spira International. Jeff Spira sells boat plans for amateur...
Hi all, Q) Home Depot pine stud construction. Mr. Spira seems to have the qualifications to know what he is talking about. How many of the...
http://www.kastenmarine.com/gaff_rig.htm Here is one designer who favors the gaff rig but I've read others. ------------------- I'm not in...
Hi all, I was wondering how many liveaboards prefer a gaff rig and why. I read that a gaff rigged boat is a little safer than a bermuda rig...
AD HOC.... I have to read what you say several times....Great info. No magic bullet for all sea conditions. I've been looking at the "buy...
Thanks Ad Hoc.... The broad bow of the Japanese boat seems like it eases waves out of the way rather than slicing through.....like a axe. The...
Ad Hoc..... How do these boats, ride and handle the rough stuff? And who produces this hull form?
