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Recent content by mikeinsrq

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    Best type of wood for specific purposes?

    Well, doesn't look like I'll be fishing this weekend (or maybe the next few weekends) Local newspaper is reporting red tide in local waters. http://www.heraldtribune.com/news/20160 ... ta-beaches Might was well get started building a boat.
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    Best type of wood for specific purposes?

    Jack, SRQ is the airport designation for Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. I'm in Sarasota. We're about an hour south to Tampa, on the Gulf coast of Florida. I've been scouring these forums for a while and really appreciate how everyone keeps it civil. There's a genuine interest in...
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    Foam Flotation for wooden boats?

    Thanks for the replies. I anticipate most of my use being on shallow saltwater flats and I'd like to be able to pole the boat as I sight fish for redfish and snook. I think a pirogue would be ideal for this. There is usually some open water that must be crossed to get to some of these grass...
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    Standing in a pirogue?

    Hi, I'd like to build a one-person pirogue that I can stand in for poling and casting. I realize a great deal depends on the balance/ability of the user. I'm looking for dimension recommendations based on personal experience. Length? Width? Is an asymmetrical design better than a symmetrical...
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    Best type of wood for specific purposes?

    Hi, I was wondering if there certain types of wood that are better for boat building. I've followed the debate over the different types of plywood - and may be more confused than ever :lol: . And I've seen several people say to avoid poplar. So, what do you recommend for stems, ribs and rails...
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    Foam Flotation for wooden boats?

    I haven't seen any posts about adding foam flotation. Growing up, the (aluminum) canoes we used always had flotation in the bow and stern. Is it even necessary in a wooden boat? I'm particularly interested in building a pirogue. I'll be using my pirogue on open saltwater bays in Southwest...