More of the underside

Here is one more picture taken at a different angle.

Closer Look

Here's a closer look at the bottom of the kayak.

Bow

A picture of the bow.

Stringers are on

Here are a couple pictures of the frame with the stringers attached. Other than a few small tweaks the frame is ready for skinning. I've got to make the combing and paddle as well.

Back on Land

I discovered a home made kayak attracts attention. I had just gotten rid of my sea legs and this couple showed up. You can see the black strap from the life preserver peaking out of the cockpit. I stuffed that in the stern so the kayak would float if I swamped the boat. The picnic table was a nice handhold for the launch.

Now I just have to make the combing for the cockpit and skin the frame and I'll be done :)

Action Shots

Well as you can see I finally got the kayak moving. Since it was my second time in a kayak I was a little tentative. Once I get the cockpit in place and a couple hours worth of practice under my belt, I'll feel a lot more comfortable.

What?

Here I'm about ready to get started, I just need to figure out which end of the paddle goes in first :) The paddle was made by my friend Phyllis' husband Norm, on loan for the testing. I'll make a Greenland style paddle later.