If C-Dory was made of wood

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Larry K

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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

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P.S. In img is not showing go to photo album page 12 "The Odyssey - Larry K"
 
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.
 
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)
 
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.
 
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 :?:
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
 
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
 
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"
 
Yes, Dale, would that be the one where you tell me you are going one way, and then go another??:lol: :lol: :lol:


Knot Yacht":12vy9lx0 said:
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)
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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) :shock:

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

http://www.skiffkits.com/
 
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... :!: :idea: huh .... :thup
 
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
 
Word of caution to anyone contemplating building your own boat, it can become VERY ADDICTIVE!

Should anyone still be interested, here is a good site that has lots of information regarding this addiction

http://www.glen-l.com/

You will know you have this disease pretty bad when you are already lofting your next boat while the paint is still drying on the one you are currently perfecting.

Unlike most addictions, there are some real benefits to boat building. The problems of this world just cannot compete with the peace one finds in a perfect plywood scarf. This feeling will be very familiar to the typical C-Brat that enjoys just sitting in the pilot's seat staring out into space while making put-put sounds.

As to the patience issue, any current C-Dory owner should not have an issue with it as you can lay down that orbital sander, hop in your C-Dory and experience a boat that is already as close to heaven as any production boat can get.

there is nothing, absolutley nothing, half so much worth doing..........
 
Check out www.devlinboat.com. Local (Olympia, Wa.) wood boat builder utilizing the stitch and glue method. The boats under construction section has great photos of many different size boats throught the building processes. I went to his (Sam Devlin's) shop about five years ago, got a great tour and purchased his book and video which I would highly recommend for anyone interesting in the idea of building their own wood/epoxy/glass boat.

Tim
 
Not sure what a "yar" is Dusty but I sure was impressed particularly with his interior wood work. During my shop visit he spent some time showing me a 30 something footer they were in the finishing stages of completing. Pretty amazing.
 
I've got a couple of thoughts on the subject. I like the idea of useing Okoume plywood but they don't indicate what thickness comes in the kit. Or at least I didn't see what it was. Probably half inch. If thats the case I'd want to go a little heavyier on the bottom. At least five-eights. Or maybe do the bottom in fir plywood.
What about the cabin. Are you left to figure that part out on your own.
All and all, it's a nice hull. Planes easy so it doesnt take a lot of power and fuel. The shape of the bottom is a lot like a C-Dory as far as I could tell.
I saw a new one at Port Townsend two years ago built by a guy from Bellingham, Wa. His name was Chris was all I can remember. He did a nice job of designing the wheel house and cuddy cabin. I took some ideas from his cabin. I think I still have a picture of it if you want it.
Good luck, what ever you decide to do.
 
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