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05-19-2013, 03:18 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Reasons For Building a Boat, By Mick Storer in Designs / Plans

The soul craves beauty.

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05-19-2013, 02:06 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Coquina buid in Oz in Building / Repair

updates?

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05-15-2013, 11:28 PM

davebrown started a thread Yakaboo in Misc. Boat Related

I just found Alone In The Caribbean on electronic library. The book had been out of print and if you found one, high dollar--like $80 or more. Now...

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05-15-2013, 11:14 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Row Boat designs for high winds? in Designs / Plans

I've found that rowing to dead to windward in my Coquina is a very unique experience, under mizzen alone. The boat is really effected, lightens and...

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05-14-2013, 08:24 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Ohio Sharpie Build in Building / Repair

Regarding the alternate rigging, do you guys think that the sloop rig would drive to windward better?

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05-12-2013, 11:52 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Skagit Bay y Cinco de Mayo by Sail & Oar--first trip of the season in People & Places

Thank you, as always, James and Yeadon.

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05-12-2013, 11:37 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Oselvar Faering Build in Building / Repair

Great job! A real challenge, that hull.

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05-12-2013, 11:20 PM

davebrown replied to a thread New Matinicus Peapod under construction in Building / Repair

I like your mast shaping tool Jim. You do incredible work.

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05-12-2013, 11:19 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Somes Sound 12.5. Webframe question in Building / Repair

What is the website? I would like to be a member of the group. It isn't going to be soon, but I am going to build some version of the Haven 12.5,...

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05-12-2013, 11:15 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Chappelle skiff in Designs / Plans

Agreed. I would like to see more pics of both boats--well, all four counting Eddie's. I was at the Arques School docks today (I like to look at...

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05-12-2013, 11:06 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Could this be Raw Faith II? in Misc. Boat Related

I didn't make it to the marina. Nothing to report. Weather was stunning, mostly.

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05-12-2013, 09:00 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Could this be Raw Faith II? in Misc. Boat Related

This "joinery" hides moisture proof particle board, which needs no sealant at all to survive rain and snow:

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05-12-2013, 08:59 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Could this be Raw Faith II? in Misc. Boat Related

IT's OK. He studied shed building under this guy, before he started this "boat":

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05-12-2013, 02:11 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Could this be Raw Faith II? in Misc. Boat Related

I just read the sailing anarchy post. I am seriously thinking about driving by Loch Lemond tomorrow. I'm all for anyone building a wooden boat. ...

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05-12-2013, 01:55 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Could this be Raw Faith II? in Misc. Boat Related

I'm going to be out there tomorrow, off the Sausalito public launch. I'll listen for sirens and helicopters. We'll be in double paddle canoes if we...

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05-12-2013, 01:35 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Chappelle skiff in Designs / Plans

Thanks for the post, Jim. It looks quite a bit smaller than its sister, which I think is slightly over 18' (Roger, correct me if I am wrong),...

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05-10-2013, 03:24 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Rowboat, sliding seat, no outriggers in Designs / Plans

The Northeaster Dory will be much more of an allrounder, and can sail as well. It is a stunning rowboat. I suspect it has acquired the virtues of...

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05-10-2013, 09:38 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Chappelle skiff in Designs / Plans

bump from older post.

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05-10-2013, 09:37 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Chappelle skiff in Designs / Plans

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05-09-2013, 01:24 AM

davebrown replied to a thread Does anyone know the Russian River? in People & Places

I've been on every section from Jim's Corner to Healdsburg to Jenner. I believe there is no longer any trace of thatevent--although maybe at lowest...

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05-04-2013, 06:25 PM

davebrown replied to a thread New build : Stick-up sharpie in Building / Repair

Great, great, great! I like a light green boat. Please post some more photos when you get them, of being on the water.

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05-04-2013, 01:44 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Leaning toward the Torqeedo. in Tools / Materials / Techniques / Products

If this isn't a thread drift, I would like to see the mount for the Coquina. I can think of an instance or two where an electric would be useful on...

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05-04-2013, 01:32 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Two-Man Fiddlehead in Designs / Plans

I'm hoping someone from the forum will respond with a photo or two. Thad, you may be aware that Harry is quite accessible. My father has called him...

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05-04-2013, 12:35 PM

davebrown replied to a thread A cold molded canoe? in Designs / Plans

I have found my lapstrake (4mm) 13 footers to be much tougher and rock hardy than I would have ever dreamed. They are glassed inside and out,...

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05-04-2013, 12:28 PM

davebrown started a thread Two-Man Fiddlehead in Designs / Plans

While getting ready to start working on a house I just bought, I ran across my plans for the 12 ft Fiddlehead, which technically I am building, since...

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05-04-2013, 12:14 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Old Florida Pic in People & Places

Must have been teeming with fish in those days. When I used to spend part of my summers there as a teenager in the late 70s it was teemingwith fish,...

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05-02-2013, 07:37 PM

davebrown replied to a thread There times NOT to fall overboard . in Misc. Boat Related

What an experience!

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05-02-2013, 07:32 PM

davebrown replied to a thread Finally going to get a boat in People & Places

Awesome Possum. See you on Natoma. I love to go out and watch the crew meets/races from the waterfront.

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