Boat Builder Central

Just what the Cape Man said, gorgeous. Makes me want to visit Mystic in June.

Dougster

Fun project to watch. I can see the basic form taking shape and fitting the bow but dunno what's next, so will stay tuned.

Dougster

Fun to watch, as usual. Glad to see you at it.

Dougster

Been wondering how it's going. Interesting how those push forward. Might they save you in an unintentional rock or grounding by taking the blow before the hull? Dunno much about them. Wished I lived nearby to lend a hand. My talents extend clear up to the "hold your beer level"! BTW, I was...

Wish'd I'd met up with you in Big Bend. Your pics made me wonder why it's been so long since I've taken a trip there, since it's just a days drive from me.

Wishing you a continued good road song Dougster

Also admire the work--so much neater than anything I've managed. Will be such a nice boat to use!

Dougster

Sand trout?

Dougster

Check the plans to see high high bow is above the base line. Then build strongback so that the bow is a bit off the floor. If the strongback is too high its a pita reaching up. I think I had the nose of my LB22 just a few inches off the floor, with plenty of room for me to crawl under amidships. Dou...

Heartbreaking.

Dougster

Good to hear about the current revised plan. I'll admit to having a secret crush on the GT23, but at age 73 and three boats I don't use enough, there goes madness!

Dougster