If C-Dory was made of wood

Larry K · Posted: Mon Feb 21, 2005 11:55 pm Post subject: If C-Dory was made of wood

I found this photo in my latest WOODENBOAT Mag (MArch/April 2005) on the new launchings page. To think he could have just bought a 22ft C-Dory --- but then again that might not have been as fun. Any thoughts on this?

I do love wooden boats but even this is more work than I would be willing to do.

Larry K

P.S. In img is not showing go to photo album page 12 "The Odyssey - Larry K"

TyBoo · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 12:12 am Post subject:

As a matter of fact, the guy who lovingly built that boat used B~C's boat as inspiration for the plan alterations. He was up at Blakely with us last summer (first of a few pics), and he will be at Cathlamet with us in April. Come on up and he'll take you for a ride.

That boat is a beautiful piece of craftsmanship, and Dale and his wife are fascinating people.

Helen O · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 12:16 am Post subject:

That picture doesn't do Dale's boat justice. Ya gotta see it up close, it's a labor of love and it shows.

B~C · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 12:20 am Post subject:

Dale, ya wanna chime in here? that thing is a beaut

Knot Yacht · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 1:15 pm Post subject: If a C-Dory was made of Wood

Thank you all for the Kudos,
when the notion came to me that we needed a boat I began looking around at them and came to the conclusion that the perfect size for us would be a 22 footer. And the factory boat that I liked the best was the C-Dory, no question. But since my hobby is woodworking I thought I'd give it a whirl and build it. Three and a half years. And yes, I'd do it again. And so I took inspiration from the C-Dory look.
I'm getting my fishing gear ready for the big outting at Cathlamet this April.
My wife and I are wondering if there is a trip planned for the Gulf Islands this July. Or whenever.
Dale and Rosemary(Knot Yacht)

Sea Wolf · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 1:42 pm Post subject:

Dale-

Great looking boat! I'd love to see it in person. Do you have any more photos?

I'm just curious about the building process...

How many hours do you think you spent on the boat over the 3 1/2 years?

What particular problems were there in the fabrication in wood?

How about the cost? Also, were there any parts that were hard to locate or get?

What else can you tell us about this project?

Thanks, Joe.

Catman · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 1:47 pm Post subject:

Dale, that's the most beautiful 22 footer on the water. Did you know you'd be featured in Wooden Boats magazine?

Rock-C · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 1:56 pm Post subject:

Dale & Rosemary
Love your boat Love

We had the fortune to cruise with you on the whale watching trip out of Blakely last year. The photo Mike posted was one of ours, I think Question

As for the Gulf islands. We are planing two weeks vacation at the end of July. We will be heading out from the Blakely gathering. Larry from Helen O, has mentioned the Gulf Is. after Blakely, and maybe others as well. We don't have any set plans or time table but would enjoy some company along the way. Look forward to seeing you at Cathlamet.
Terry

416rigby · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 3:55 pm Post subject:

Very nice! If you like classic wooden boats, check out this site. Some amazing beauties.

Rick

http://www.glenphotos.com/boat/

Sea Wolf · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 4:08 pm Post subject:

Dale-

In order to answer some of the questions, maybe someone could scan and post the article (and even the photos) from the Wooden Boat article under the documents section. Any takers? Joe

Larry K · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 9:59 pm Post subject:

I would post the the article but there is not one. The picture is the only thing in WoodenBoat mag and is on the page that is sharing photos of recently launches. I too would like to know more about the building of KNOT YACHT. I have always wanted to build a wooden boat but just don't have the guts. I still need to refinish the 17ft wooden Barbour runabout that I have. Maybe when I retire.

The Odyssey - Larry K"

Pat Anderson · Posted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 10:43 pm Post subject: Re: If a C-Dory was made of Wood

Yes, Dale, would that be the one where you tell me you are going one way, and then go another?? Laughing

Redƒox · Guest

As a matter of fact... my next (bigger) boat, I'm going to build myself... from a kit! (its an Alaska Thing ) I hear (and read on the web) these pupys are Super Duper Sea Worthy, and of course, fuel efficient as well! (kinda like our C-Dorys) Shocked

Take a looksee, maybe you already know of this...?

http://www.skiffkits.com/

Redƒox · Guest

OH... I had plans of using some Kevlar in it. It is actually more of a "FiberGlass Boat" than it is a "Wooden Boat" (me thinks)
It might be a little more "rock-proof" than a C-D, if one uses enough Kevlar... Exclamation

huh ....

B~C · Posted: Sat Feb 26, 2005 1:16 pm Post subject:

Those are a pretty cool looking boat Greg. Are the kits just an open hull with the cabin being self crafted?...........I could just see me building a boat....bent over nails...duct tape....I aint got the patience