TRR Laker build
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Combing is finished (putting top piece on)
tried something a little diferant weith finish on combing I like the looks of it
got glass put on bottom
a litl more finishing out and maybe tomorrow she floats
Ron
tried something a little diferant weith finish on combing I like the looks of it
got glass put on bottom
a litl more finishing out and maybe tomorrow she floats
Ron
I really like the looks of the deck and the knot on the side panel really adds character. It really says wood , not plastic.
trr
FINE looking boat ya got there. I do think, that if I were building i I would have to either round out or flatten the aft coaming on the cockpit.
But, that's just me talking.
It sure looks good.
FINE looking boat ya got there. I do think, that if I were building i I would have to either round out or flatten the aft coaming on the cockpit.
But, that's just me talking.
It sure looks good.
Bald Cypress
You know its funny I was talking about that just today. It is a really strong design ,works just like a truss and sheds water well . but I was thinking a front deck similar to the rear deck might look cool. If you look at next to the last pic that would be a good looking nose for a boat
Ron
You know its funny I was talking about that just today. It is a really strong design ,works just like a truss and sheds water well . but I was thinking a front deck similar to the rear deck might look cool. If you look at next to the last pic that would be a good looking nose for a boat
Ron
I wanna see pictures of the Granddaughters paddling with Grandpa. Grandma is going to be proud beyond belief.
couple more pics before going to lake
It turned out pretty light it is under 40 lbs and off to the lake we go
Ron
It turned out pretty light it is under 40 lbs and off to the lake we go
Ron
Well I hit the water with Laker today.
When we first pulled up I looked across the lake there were thousands of pelicans on the lake,very unusual to see them in this part of the country
Unloaded the Laker she is nice and light about 38 lbs
She floats like a cork on top of the water.
climbed in and away I went
I found out one thing right quick I was sitting to high in my lawn chair about 4 inches off the bottom the boat felt very unstable paddled back to the bank took out the seat just sat on the bottom it was a whole different boat then I need to build a low seat for this boat.
This little boat will fly and glides forever is a fun boat to paddle I noticed in pics the back was drafting about 4 inches and the front about 2 inches I may need to move seat forward a little the black is 4 inches wide on the lower part of the hull
It as a very dry ride also very little drip in the boat off the paddles and did I say it floats like a cork.
This is a nice little boat and has good performance I want to put a little more weight in it and foot braces and try it again
Good job Mat
I used 4mm 3/16 for everything but the top decks and it is still lighter than 40
Ron
When we first pulled up I looked across the lake there were thousands of pelicans on the lake,very unusual to see them in this part of the country
Unloaded the Laker she is nice and light about 38 lbs
She floats like a cork on top of the water.
climbed in and away I went
I found out one thing right quick I was sitting to high in my lawn chair about 4 inches off the bottom the boat felt very unstable paddled back to the bank took out the seat just sat on the bottom it was a whole different boat then I need to build a low seat for this boat.
This little boat will fly and glides forever is a fun boat to paddle I noticed in pics the back was drafting about 4 inches and the front about 2 inches I may need to move seat forward a little the black is 4 inches wide on the lower part of the hull
It as a very dry ride also very little drip in the boat off the paddles and did I say it floats like a cork.
This is a nice little boat and has good performance I want to put a little more weight in it and foot braces and try it again
Good job Mat
I used 4mm 3/16 for everything but the top decks and it is still lighter than 40
Ron
Laker opinion went up a notch
I took the Lake to the river today and played for a couple hours adjusting the trim and a low seating arrangement make this a different boat she did everything I ask her to handled the swift water well and did good I should say excellent job going upstream in pretty shallow swift water. After today I will say I am impressed with the boat.
Ron
I took the Lake to the river today and played for a couple hours adjusting the trim and a low seating arrangement make this a different boat she did everything I ask her to handled the swift water well and did good I should say excellent job going upstream in pretty shallow swift water. After today I will say I am impressed with the boat.
Ron
Thanks Mike
I started the final rigging on the Laker today Laid out my rear hatch cover and cut it.
Started installing the spacer lip
glued that in all around
Started installing the lower lip
the hatch I cut in the rear is 20 inches long and 2 1/2 inches in from each side following the shape of the yak. I found I needed larger openings to get some of my gear into the hatch
I started final sanding for the varnish coats.
Ron
I started the final rigging on the Laker today Laid out my rear hatch cover and cut it.
Started installing the spacer lip
glued that in all around
Started installing the lower lip
the hatch I cut in the rear is 20 inches long and 2 1/2 inches in from each side following the shape of the yak. I found I needed larger openings to get some of my gear into the hatch
I started final sanding for the varnish coats.
Ron
hatch is completed with gasket installed
It will hold a lot of gear
and seals up well good
also got one coat of varnish on
Ron
It will hold a lot of gear
and seals up well good
also got one coat of varnish on
Ron
Matt, he does fairly good work for an old feller, don't you think? I'm gonna go put the training wheels back on my bottle of epoxy.
G'day Ron,
I like it. Simple, neat and effective. Might I very res[ectfully suggest a strip of ply round the underside of your hatch lid just to re-infoce it a bit?
Will add a lot of rigidity.
Your big hatch has given me food for thought. My opening is a little small for my liking.
I like it.
Simple, neat and effective. Might I very res[ectfully suggest a strip of ply round the underside of your hatch lid just to re-infoce it a bit?Will add a lot of rigidity.
Your big hatch has given me food for thought. My opening is a little small for my liking.
Mick
I put braces undrneath the hatch cover
also the lips under the deck run full length and are glued into the sides that is double 4mm do you still think I need more bracing seems pretty stout .
Ron
Realy want your opinion
I put braces undrneath the hatch cover
also the lips under the deck run full length and are glued into the sides that is double 4mm do you still think I need more bracing seems pretty stout .
Ron
Realy want your opinion
As Mick would say I took the Laker for a little walk today.
I gave the little boat a good test today loaded it for a day trip and went up the river about 8 miles and then back down.
The conditions were not the best for paddling but for a test they were great the wind was blowing about 20 miles an hour gusting to maybe thirty
rained , got this pic of a rainbow but it is only pic I took because of the rain.
The river was down low so there was a lot of fast water and shallow gravel bars.
I have to say I love the new paddle it is really a big improvement. Ok to the Laker this little boat took everything in stride up the river so easy and moving pretty good as well , weather cocking wasn't an issue at all
I know in some of my post I keep harping on wind being such a big factor here but this afternoon I could set my paddle on my lap and sail right up the river catching the wind on the blades.
I paddled up the 8 miles and then turned around headed back down the Laker was flying just paddling steady not digging in a man would have to run to try to stay up. It is really a fun boat to paddle.
The only problem I had was the seat I am going to have to get it more comfortable. The only problem I have with the Laker is it feels a little unstable But ya'll have to remember I am not a seasoned yaker like some of yall. So take the last statement with a grain of salt. I think I need to roll her over and see where the sweet spot is. Also I weigh 215 but carry most of my weight high I wear a 33 waist jeans . so that may be part of it.
I will make this statement the Laker will stay in my fleet and I bet get used more than my other boats easy to load light short just throw in back of truck and a blast to paddle
Ron
I gave the little boat a good test today loaded it for a day trip and went up the river about 8 miles and then back down.
The conditions were not the best for paddling but for a test they were great the wind was blowing about 20 miles an hour gusting to maybe thirty
rained , got this pic of a rainbow but it is only pic I took because of the rain.
The river was down low so there was a lot of fast water and shallow gravel bars.
I have to say I love the new paddle it is really a big improvement. Ok to the Laker this little boat took everything in stride up the river so easy and moving pretty good as well , weather cocking wasn't an issue at all
I know in some of my post I keep harping on wind being such a big factor here but this afternoon I could set my paddle on my lap and sail right up the river catching the wind on the blades.
I paddled up the 8 miles and then turned around headed back down the Laker was flying just paddling steady not digging in a man would have to run to try to stay up. It is really a fun boat to paddle.
The only problem I had was the seat I am going to have to get it more comfortable. The only problem I have with the Laker is it feels a little unstable But ya'll have to remember I am not a seasoned yaker like some of yall. So take the last statement with a grain of salt. I think I need to roll her over and see where the sweet spot is. Also I weigh 215 but carry most of my weight high I wear a 33 waist jeans . so that may be part of it.
I will make this statement the Laker will stay in my fleet and I bet get used more than my other boats easy to load light short just throw in back of truck and a blast to paddle
Ron
Ozark
The only thing I might change would be using 4mm plywood instead of 1/8 inch on the decks I got a little more wave in them than I like.
I love the big hatch in the rear and I may put in a bulk head and do the same on the front. It is so much easier to get to everything thru the big hatch and water that gets in the boat of off your feet and paddle drip never runs up into your storage. The hatch size is perfect for me.
Ron
The only thing I might change would be using 4mm plywood instead of 1/8 inch on the decks I got a little more wave in them than I like.
I love the big hatch in the rear and I may put in a bulk head and do the same on the front. It is so much easier to get to everything thru the big hatch and water that gets in the boat of off your feet and paddle drip never runs up into your storage. The hatch size is perfect for me.
Ron