I test floated one of the kayaks in my neighbor’s pool. It felt so good to sit down in that boat…it seemed quite stable.
Paddles and seat back rests are accessories commonly purchased as commercial products to complete one’s kayak. I decided to construct my own.
I can build three kayaks in 2-1/2 minutes! Well, maybe if you watch my 2 minute and 20 second timelapse video.
There it is… This “oval of clamps” photo is proof I’m on the back end of the curve. The kayaks really look like kayaks now.
Exterior work is far easier than interior, but there is still an awful lot of sanding… Ensuring the plywood and joints are smooth before proceeding with epoxy and fiberglass sheathing is laborious
We’re really building boats! Work was completed on the interior of decks and hulls, allowing the pairs to be bonded together - forever taking the shape of kayaks.
Watch a parade, sand the kayaks, watch another parade, mix and apply some epoxy, catch a third parade, more sanding… sleep.
Winter has arrived in south Louisiana as evidenced by this icicle dangling from a hose bib. The cool weather halts epoxy work as it won’t cure.
Divine providence has provided an opportunity to resume building kayaks.
It’s time to start the project by ordering plans and materials! I narrowed down my choices but still agonized over the final decisions.