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Thanks Pat. That is the same method I use for removing the old rib ends and shaping the new material scarfs. I resaw the rib material from roughcut boards on my bandsaw and shape the tapers by hand. I enjoy using hand tools when practical and the white cedar planes effortlessly. The inwales...

Thanks Jim. Great info. I have read how it “telegraphs” imperfections. I’ll give it some consideration. Bob

Thanks Robin. No keel. I’m not a fan. I will cut off some brass Robertson screw heads and glue them in the holes with brass cup washers for aesthetics. I am going to see Schuyler next weekend and will pick his brain about weight differences between cloth and fillers. Thanks. I am slowly...

Correct. Same planking and rib thickness as a 50 pounder and other lighter builds. Was thinking airplane filler, but I am open to suggestions from those who have done it. I have used a two part urethane on skin on frame, but I don’t believe this is the right application.

Thanks Jim. Did you glue it to the shearline and stem curve or staple? What did you use to fill the weave? Bob

Last summer I won a 1940s - 1950s Peterborough Litelift at the WCHA auction. I was told an older gentleman began the restoration and decided it wasn’t within his skill/ability to finish it properly. I hope I do it justice. If anyone can date it more exactly I would be very appreciative (see stem...

We got a good inch or so Tuesday into yesterday, but it is gone now. There was nothing to speak of a few miles down the hill. Wild how a couple hundred feet of elevation makes a difference throughout the winter. Bob

I just started it last weekend and picking up some inwale material from our pal Schuyler soon. I will be sure to create a thread. Bob

Beautiful job. The seats look great! Bob

Check in the mail. (I had an issue with PayPal a while back and switched to Venmo). Thanks Glenn. Bob

Fantastic project. Did you wet out the carbon and two layers of Eglass at the same time? How much resin in total would you say was used? Would you do anything differently next time? Bob

Fantastic Erica. I am really enjoying the journey! Bob

Welcome! Bob

Nice job. Looks great! Bob

Nice trip. That’s my favorite campsite on that lake. Great spot. Bob

Sometimes I like to fish and just as often I like to focus on paddling. Depends on the day. Bob

I have a paint cup and absorbent towel on a carabiner/paracord connection hanging on my seat. I don’t paddle any serious white water. Bob

Beautiful job. It came out great! Have a good trip. Bob

I made this a few years ago. The blade folds into the handles. Silky saws work well and the blades are replaceable after years of service. I have heard good things about the folding Sven and Agawa saws as well. Bob

Fine work as usual. Any thoughts on a color for this one? Bob