I have been working on my latest project since early January. I recall taking to Phil (Phil S) about building a stripped canoe and he commented that "it is a lot of work and takes a long time". I didn't appreciate the accuracy of his comment at the time, but I do now! While it is an involved and time consuming project, it has proven to be enjoyable. I ordered plans last fall for the 15 ft Freedom and started the build in early January. The first few weeks were devoted to building the strong-back, cutting the station forms, as well as steaming and bending the stems for the bow and stern. This was followed by cutting and milling Spanish Cedar into 0.75 x 0.25 inch strips, which are then are milled with a flute and cove on either side. With milled strips in hand, the process of applying strips to the frames begins.
The next step will be fiberglassing! I forgot to mention that the lighter strips are ash and my attempt at a decorative feature strip is purpleheart.
The next step will be fiberglassing! I forgot to mention that the lighter strips are ash and my attempt at a decorative feature strip is purpleheart.