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by Patricks Dad
Tue Nov 03, 2020 7:24 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: mold that goes on center line
Replies: 4
Views: 5208

Re: mold that goes on center line

I would center the widest mold. This would be the center mold on a symmetric design but that is not the general case.
by Patricks Dad
Fri Oct 30, 2020 4:06 pm
Forum: Boat-Building Tips & Techniques
Topic: Recent Build
Replies: 6
Views: 11204

Recent Build

The forum has been down the past couple days. Thanks to the BMB staff (Matt Snell) for getting it back up! Here's a link to a video done by an excellent builder who filmed his whole project and put this together. It's really excellent and contains many good builder tips. Take a look.. https://youtu....
by Patricks Dad
Wed Oct 21, 2020 7:05 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: cutting end off stem molds
Replies: 2
Views: 4506

Re: cutting end off stem molds

If you are not shaping your station molds to match the fair curve of the hull, you can leave the stem mold as drawn. The edge of the last station molds on either end of the canoe will then match the height of your stem molds. But if you choose to fair the station molds, then the outer edges of the l...
by Patricks Dad
Thu Oct 01, 2020 9:31 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: number of strips needed for 15' ranger.
Replies: 4
Views: 5850

Re: number of strips needed for 15' ranger.

the ratio of 13/16 to 3/4 would suggest needing 70 strips instead of 64. This is assuming the 13/16 and the 3/4 refer to the actual width covered on the hull rather than the width of the strip before bead/cove are cut (assuming you will bead/cove the strips - which will narrow the coverage of the st...
by Patricks Dad
Fri Sep 25, 2020 11:03 am
Forum: Choosing a Design
Topic: How do you like your Freedom Solo?
Replies: 6
Views: 10858

Re: How do you like your Freedom Solo?

I'll put in a pitch for the Freedom Solo as well. The chine is a bit tricky but after that, the hull is very easy to strip. As fro the utility of the shouldered tumblehome, I think it is a fabulous asset. It narrows the beam at the gunwales so it is much easier to reach over with the paddle. If that...
by Patricks Dad
Thu Jul 02, 2020 10:50 am
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: alternative to closing hull with "foot ball"
Replies: 3
Views: 3949

Re: alternative to closing hull with "foot ball"

I've never done this but it's been done many times and works just fine.
by Patricks Dad
Thu Jun 18, 2020 12:12 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Offsets for the freedom 17
Replies: 6
Views: 4787

Re: Offsets for the freedom 17

Here's an update from Steve Killing the designer of the Freedom 17 (and several other boats):: Joan and Matt, The full size plans are drawn to the inside of the planking – so the shape given is the shape for cutting the mold stations. In the latest CanoeCraft the offsets for half breadths (stations ...
by Patricks Dad
Tue Jun 16, 2020 9:33 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Offsets for the freedom 17
Replies: 6
Views: 4787

Re: Offsets for the freedom 17

You wouldn't subtract 1/4" from each table (or just one). You would need to remove 1/4" from the forms edge all along (as in draw a line parallel to the lofted lines drawn from the tables. But I think that is all moot. Someone on facebook noted an FAQ on the BMB website: "At the Bear ...
by Patricks Dad
Tue Jun 16, 2020 3:58 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Offsets for the freedom 17
Replies: 6
Views: 4787

Re: Offsets for the freedom 17

Lee, You might find this comprehensive post from Cruiser helpful...

viewtopic.php?f=9&t=4658

Brian, did you subtract 1/4" from the tables in Canoecraft to account for the thickness of the planking?
by Patricks Dad
Fri Jun 12, 2020 10:26 am
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Newbie just saying hi
Replies: 4
Views: 4001

Re: Newbie just saying hi

Welcome to the forum Lee!
by Patricks Dad
Wed Jun 10, 2020 5:51 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: First build; Ranger 15!
Replies: 35
Views: 26130

Re: First build; Ranger 15!

Awesome progress!
by Patricks Dad
Tue Jun 09, 2020 10:30 am
Forum: Paddles, Techniques, Boat Transportation, Storage & Maintenance
Topic: New paddles Ready for the Water
Replies: 2
Views: 8177

Re: New paddles Ready for the Water

Jim, The monocular is a Zeiss 5X monocular and it can be focused. It is removable from the paddle grip to adjust if needed. I passed this new paddle to the new owner on Sunday (It was a birthday gift from his wife).

He loved it!
by Patricks Dad
Tue Jun 02, 2020 8:36 am
Forum: Paddles, Techniques, Boat Transportation, Storage & Maintenance
Topic: New paddles Ready for the Water
Replies: 2
Views: 8177

New paddles Ready for the Water

I just finished a few new paddles. One (3rd from the left) was built on commission so I won't get the paddle it. All were built with WRC with a hollow shaft using 8 bird mouth joints. The grip on that 3rd paddle is rather large but has room for a small 5X telescope. Really handy when looking for a p...
by Patricks Dad
Mon Jun 01, 2020 7:22 pm
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Couple more milestones passed
Replies: 6
Views: 5890

Re: Couple more milestones passed

I use the beltsander to "cut" the strips flush with the inner stem. As you say, looking down from above makes it much easier. I usually put a strip of metal about 2'long under the belt so I can be sure it is square as I trim. Took some guts the first time but once I got the hang of it, it ...
by Patricks Dad
Thu May 21, 2020 11:53 am
Forum: Builders' Forum
Topic: Ranger Progress
Replies: 15
Views: 9270

Re: Ranger Progress

No pictures...