Thread: Multi purpose - What to Build

Go on! Stretch the maximum length to 15'9"!!!

I'm perfectly biased, but I rather like my Goat Island Skiff and it's perfect for all you describe, particularly the easy to build, quick to build etc etc.

Pop up to Mooloolaba and I'll take you for a spin. (send me a PM if you want to follow through.

Or you could build TWO PDRacers!

Check out Boatmik's website at Storer Boat Plans

cheers,

P

I suppose I could stretch it a little bit further.

I have read about the Goat island skif and the PD Racers on the site you mentioned...... this is what started all this madness. Now I cant sleep. I just read an interesting article from a local and respect boat builder and about all the boats he almost built. His philosphy for beginners is "Choose a design which is too small and too simple, then build it". Sounds like a great way to start.

Yeah, the Goat Island Skiff will do what you want, as will some other designs, but with those others, you won't be able to bug the designer on this forum

I didn't build the GIS because I wanted the complexity and nonsense of lapstrake ... so I got Mik to redesign the rig instead

Richard

Originally Posted by mcchaddy

"Choose a design which is too small and too simple, then build it". Sounds like a great way to start.

Ahhh... then you need the PDRacer!

P

Hi All,

I think I have found a boat that fits the bill.

http://www.duckworksmagazine.com/06/...enix/index.htm

What are peoples thoughts. It may not be as easy to build as the GIS.

Mate have you considered the Stevensons Weekender or Pilot boat designs? Just go here and spend some time... then look at their build video

You'll end up with a salty enough to burn yer eyesockets wee boat

No affiliation with the company just think theyre saltier than a ducks knuts slathered in rock salt is all

There are some Stevenson Weekenders and Pocket Cruisers around Brisbane. There were a couple at the last Bribie Island Classic Boat Regatta. I think I know where one of them is located if you want to talk to an owner. He probably knows about the others.

I have a set of Pocket Cruiser plans if you want to have a look.

Originally Posted by onthebeachalone

I have a set of Pocket Cruiser plans if you want to have a look.

Sweet little thing isnt it? Ive often thought it would make a nice wee fishing boat take of that cabin and she would take a fair net haul with a nice wee bit of room for a few bodies to move around a little bit... mmm on second thoughts maybe the cabin could stay? its not to bad as it is

Plans are cheep as chips too... what about $45AUD? takes a few days to get here from the US and theres a forum devoted to the stevensons designs

Hi All,

Thanks for your ideas. I have never seen a Steveson Cruiser before. They look very good. I might have to investigate a bit further. But I do like the phoenix by ross lillistone. It going to be a tough decision.

I have been bitten by the PD Racer bug:eek: and think i might knock one in the next couple of weeks. I have plenty of bits and pieces lying around that will get the job done. Its amazing what is left over from a 2 year house renovation. Nice bits of hoop, silky oak and cedar. Also a few sheets of exterior and structural ply. Plus some tarps that were used to keep things dry. Should be able to put something together with all of it.

One thing to remember with the Stevenson boats is that the cabin is miniscule. They are loved by their owners though.

Richard

Then again, you could always build a Mirror 16. They were designed for racing/cruising/camping (under a boom-tent) and are big enough to take a few friends out.

Originally Posted by Daddles

One thing to remember with the Stevenson boats is that the cabin is miniscule. They are loved by their owners though.

Richard

aahh yes and your point is? I mean ANY boat being 15ft or less is going to have a miniscule cabin Richard anyone that tells yer otherwise has hold of themselves!... even 17ft will have a small cabin... just the nature of the numbers mate... and!!!... it will all depend on how afflicted with the dreaded ducks desease he is eh wot? I mean if like me hes a short wheel base then the cabins gonna be sorta okay you know bareable? but if hes a long wheel base then his heads gonna be hittin the stem and his feet out the cabin hatchway :eek:

You know of late Ive been purusin the old magazine copies Ive been sent over the years... and Ive had some weird thoughts about the Bolger Birdwatcher :eek: you seen that one Richard? long skinny sucker with lexan windows the length either side bunks under and apparently many people have spent many weekends campcruisin in them sail, pole or small outboard either works

Also I reckon it would be a good fishin platform I mean I would make a couple of windows in her bum too that way I could rig up a row of those fishin pole holders all along either side and then sit back an watch the buggars bite! hoist the sail and head to shore to cook the feast In typical Bolger style its DIFFERENT but not necessarily weird or ugly different just different in a Bolger different sorta way

Actually Im starting to think Im getting rather weird in my old age mate... I mean not only do I sorta have a weird hankering for the Birdwatcher but Im also having delusions of getting that Escargot thing... ever seen that one? bloody square box if I ever saw one!! initially designed for pedal power on the rivers its been converted to outboard and sorta kinda in a square weird Bolgerish sorta way like a canal boat... sorta? was designed by a fella up in Seattle USA plans cost about $80US

Im sorta starting to LIKE these off the wall type boats :eek: SOMEONE STOP ME!!! :eek:

I used to fear for your sanity Shane. Now, having read your wonderment at the ruddy Birdwatcher, I realise my fear was misplaced, you went nuts years ago :eek:

Bolger has done some good stuff, and with some of it, his wife should have stopped him

Richard

Originally Posted by mcchaddy

Hi All,

Thanks for your ideas. I have never seen a Steveson Cruiser before. They look very good. I might have to investigate a bit further. But I do like the phoenix by ross lillistone. It going to be a tough decision.

I have been bitten by the PD Racer bug:eek: and think i might knock one in the next couple of weeks. I have plenty of bits and pieces lying around that will get the job done. Its amazing what is left over from a 2 year house renovation. Nice bits of hoop, silky oak and cedar. Also a few sheets of exterior and structural ply. Plus some tarps that were used to keep things dry. Should be able to put something together with all of it.

there's always something like this

plans at http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.a...158,46166&ap=1

or this
also available from Lee Valley see http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.a...096,46097&ap=1

but I think my fovourite is this one

The WineGlass Wherry
14' LOA * 48" BEAM * 16" DEPTH * 90 LBS
comes in a kit


see http://www.pygmyboats.com/mall/WGWSPECS.asp








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