One of the things I absolutely love about building a boat like this is that there is no wrong way to do anything - since this is a prototype, Thomas and I get to decide how we want things to look and use our own judgment on things.
Here is a photo of how we've finished the transom (still in primer mind you). We decided to cut the laminated sheer clamp flush with the angled transom - so it would not trap a sheet or tiller extension. The transition from transom to rail is smooth, but we've tried to visually make it appear like the sheer is a distinct element on it's own.
Here is a different view of the same thing. This one shows how we cut the sheer clamp to merge with the diagonals coming from the transom up to the sheer.
Guys, This looks fantastic.
ReplyDeleteI have just emailed Eric about the cost of the plans,and with a bit of luck this will be my winter project with my son.
Just wondering how long do you think this has taken you? I take on board the long curing times and the normal life interruptions?
Also how did it sail?...any further follow up from 2010?
The boat sailed wonderfully. I'm certain a more expensive sail & rig would be even better, but that would defeat the purpose of the exercise. The actual build was very quick - if you don't opt for yacht club style things like the Oak sheer. I think a father and son could have a lot of fun building one in a month or so of weekends. Eric, Robert and Eliane built her boat hull over four or five days full time (if compressed to actual time spent). Add on a little time to fabricate the rudder, headstock and daggerboard as well.
DeleteFurther followup? Sure. My son learned a lot during the build and learned a bit of basic sailing from it. He grew much bigger when he was 12 to 13 and outgrew the boat after the first two years. The boat is looking for a new kid right now. The boat did not become a catalyst for a lifelong passion on his part - as it would have for me in his shoes. Part of the whole thing is to remember not to substitute our desires for our children's desires - because they may go in different directions than we expect.