The Bear Mountain Boat Shop

Thanks PD I appreciate it. I spoke briefly with Joan a few days ago regarding a boat design. I am quite smitten with the appearance of the Champlain. She advised me about the tippyness of that design and suggested the ranger. My question is would I be better advised to modify the bow design of the r...

I have never built a strip canoe. Have not decided on a design. But as I continue to research this I am able to get enough redwood to get the job done. Has anyone ever used redwood for a strip canoe ? I'm not sure of it's specific weight. What advantages or disadvantages might there be in using redw...