Chesapeake Light Craft 30th Anniversary Catalog: Wooden Boat Kits & Plans by Chesapeake Light Craft

Chesapeake Light Craft Showroom, Annapolis, Maryland

Cover photograph (Tenderly Dinghy) & Design by Blaine Skilling, Copy by John C. Harris, Editing by John Staub, Nancy Noyes, Matt Cordrey, and Ed Wigglesworth.

his year marks Chesapeake Light Craft's 30th anniversary.

"And how things have changed," I wrote in the first draft of this page. But really, the mission hasn't changed, only the scale. 30 years ago, CLC was laser-focused on helping out first-time boatbuilders. Nowadays, there are two dozen of us helping out amateur boatbuilders. And we use real lasers. Chesapeake Light Craft was founded in 1991 by Chris Kulczycki, whose experiments in kayak building led to a series of well-received magazine articles, and to his first book, "The Kayak Shop." A deluge of mail requesting kayak plans and kits followed. Chris, a shrewd and creative marketer, saw a business opportunity. Chesapeake Light Craft was off and running. In 1994, I was a 22-year-old college graduate, skinny, hungry, bonkers about boats, and elated to be making $8/hour building wooden boats at O'Connell's Wooden Boat Shop. I'd been building boats, designing boats, and dreaming about boats, day and night, since childhood.

John C. Harris works on the prototype

Mill Creek 13 kayak in 1995 Shortly after I started, Chris subcontracted the job of cutting CLC's kayak kits to O'Connell's Wooden Boat Shop, over on Maryland's rural Eastern Shore. This is the moment when I should invoke celestial voices, or write something about stars aligning. The truth is, my first exposure to the feast-and-famine cycle of custom boatbuilding terrified me. Mass producing kayak kits was less romantic, but it offered stability and a way to make a living in small boats.

By April 1995, demand for CLC's kits outpaced capacity. I abandoned the bohemian boat shop and shifted to an 1800 square-foot shop in Annapolis, Maryland, just in time for an explosion of interest in kayaking. As I write this, the shops, machinery bays, showroom, and offices now spread over more than 12,000 square feet. Along with dedicated spaces for CNC machines, laser cutters, and a mill shop, there's a dedicated boatbuilding classroom, and a shop for custom boatbuilding and prototyping. I purchased the company in late 1999, when Chris was ready to move on to new business ventures. Then and now, it felt like working at a toy factory. Along with the perennially popular kayak kits, I could indulge my interest in the design of efficient rowing, sailing, and powered craft. I invited talented and like-minded boat designers to join forces, and invested heavily in CLC's educational outreach. Thousands of first-time boatbuilders have built a boat in one of CLC's one-week classes. As of this writing, we've shipped more than 40,000 kits to more than 70 countries, not counting kits cut by our dealerships in the UK, France, Germany, Australia, and Japan. There have been adventures with bigger and more complex boat kits, but I remained convinced that the smallest and simplest boats offer the most joy per hour...and per dollar. Such boats are CLC's past and future. Thank you for indulging my 50-year love affair with small wooden boats. See you in the shop, and on the water!

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Many Ways to Build!

Whether you are a professional who has built a hundred boats, or a trembling beginner without a C-clamp to your name, or someone in between, we've got a boatbuilding project for YOU.

Build it From a Kit We've shipped more than 40,000 of our meticulously prepared wooden boat kits to every state and more than 70 countries around the globe. With comprehensive instruction manuals and everything you need right there in the box, this is by far the most popular option. Construction locations are flexible. We've seen boats built on back decks, in living rooms, carports, dormitories, and even on the deck of a yacht halfway across the Atlantic (this happened). Kits are a great choice. The best part of our job here at CLC is the relationships we cultivate assisting builders throughout their projects. Technical support is free and unlimited.

Build it From Plans

There's a particular satisfaction derived from converting raw materials into a work of art. For these builders, time is not a factor; the boat is a legacy. Detailed plans have been a priority at CLC since 1991, and they get better every year. Our boat plans have been featured in scores of magazines ranging from Popular Mechanics to WoodenBoat. Plans choices are wide-ranging in scope, with options for first-timers, to complex projects for builders who know their way around a scale-rule. Nearly all of our plan sets feature instruction manuals with step-by-step instructions and photos, and most sets include full-sized patterns for every part. Just as with your kits, Tech support is just an email or call away.

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Build it in a Class

Since 1994 we've led more build-your-own-boat classes than any company on the planet. Hundreds of classes, thousands of delighted students. Most classes are a week in length, and you take your own boat home at the end! Instructors aren't just professional boatbuilders; they're professional teachers. With an average class size of seven or eight students, you'll get all the individual attention you want. Most students tell us: "We could have just built one of your kits at home, but we knew that taking a week off for a class would guarantee that the thing gets built, and built right. It's great fun."

These days, builders working from plans for most of our designs receive full-sized patterns for evey part of the kit, as with the Teardrop Camper shown here

CLC’s Exclusive LapStitch™ Construction Our system combines the elemental and ancient grace of lapstrake hulls with proven stitch-and-glue construction. The strength of LapStitchTM joinery is such that these designs require relatively little structural fiberglass work, making them especially easy to build.

Guider Expedition Cruiser

No one debates the beauty or utility of lapstrake hulls. The long laps accentuate the lines of the hull, while the overlapping seams double the strength, essentially adding longitudinal stringers to a monocoque assembly. Old-fashioned lapstrake planking requires prodigious skill on the part of the boatbuilder, however, and little about this has changed for a thousand years. In 1997 Chesapeake Light Craft developed LapStitchTM to build lapstrake boats without molds, and without complex “rolling bevels” on the lapstrake planking. Using sophisticated computer design software, we design hulls that have a round-bottomed shape. Software “peels” the planks off the hull. A special joint is computer-milled where each strake meets the next. The strakes are wired together just like a stitch-and-glue kayak. When these joints are filled with epoxy, the resulting hull is remarkably stiff and strong and indistinguishable in strength or appearance from a traditional lapstrake hull. Thousands and thousands of completed CLC LapStitchTM hulls have proven the method.

Strip-Planked Construction Strip-planked boat designs require more woodworking and joinery compared to stitchNymph Canoe Kit

and-glue projects. We've done everything possible with our kits to make strip-planked projects accessible and fun. Strip-planked kits are comprised of computer-cut molds, a strongback, precision-milled bead-and-cove wood strips, and everything else you’ll need except for varnish and a paddle. Many builders start with complete kits, giving them everything they need. Others will just order our mold kits, choosing to mill their own strips and track down other supplies. Many will start from plans as "scratch-builders." Working from a kit, you’ll assemble the mold and strongback right out of the box, then staple (or clamp) cedar strips to the molds. The bead-and-cove feature of the strips means that each strip interlocks with the next, so you’ll build up your design on the molds, somewhat like laying bricks. Ordinary wood glue holds the strips together in the early stages. A fiberglass skin on the inside and outside makes the structure rigid, followed by coats of varnish for gloss and durability. Builders of our strip-planked boats are given broad latitude to interpret elements like hatch and cockpit design. Sketch out your own patterns of contrasting strips (we send you light, medium, and dark wood in whatever proportions you request), or work off one of many patterns suggested in Nick Schade's books: The Strip-Built Sea Kayak and Building Strip-Planked Boats. You are limited only by chops, patience, and creativity. Are strip-planked kayaks a good first boatbuilding project? If you have some background in woodworking, yes. Newbies to wood shavings might want to try a stitch-and-glue kayak first.

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Come visit us... clcboats.com

It's a colossal website. We wish we could fit everything we sell into this catalog–we really do. With over a hundred boat designs (each offering a vast array of options), a warehouse full of boatbuilding supplies, and new gear coming in all the time, a print catalog would require a forklift to move. Consider these glossy pages as a tasty boatbuilding sampler. Meanwhile, on our website you'll find videos, thousands of project photos, a busy builders' forum, technical articles, and the latest boatbuilding news.

News & Events

There's always something new and exciting happening at CLC. Here, you'll find important announcements, event recaps, and builder adventures. You'll also find an ever-growing calendar of events. Get the scoop on shows, demos, camps, classes, and more. If you want to stay in the know, this is the spot.

CLC’s boatbuilders forum at clcboats.com

Tips for Boatbuilders

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Boatbuilding Classes Over the years, our professional instructors have introduced thousands to the joys of boatbuilding. If you'd like the help of a master or a unique way to spend some vacation time, a CLC class is for you. Click on the Boatbuilding Classes tab and find a class near you!

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Herein contains a library of boatbuilding articles to answer the most esoteric questions. From stitch and glue fundamentals to outfitting your boat, you'll find the answers you need here.

The Builders Forum

is the most popular destination on our website. Amateur and professional builders alike spend hours asking questions and sharing ideas. The Builders Forum is a genial, low-key place to ask questions, connect with other builders, and meet like-minded boaters.

Pinterest isn't just for recipes and gradeschool crafts anymore. Pinterest is loaded with boats and boatbuilding, and CLC's page has enough eye candy to keep you distracted for hours.

CLC’s Pinterest homepage

YouTube For long-form videos, head over to the CLC YouTube channel. Learn stitch-and-glue basics in our classic "The Zen of Wooden Boatbuilding," available in its entirety, and then move on to our collection of professionally-edited sailing, rowing, kayaking, and Build Your Own Boat class videos! We even have timelapses and shop tours. CLC’s Facebook homepage

Facebook YES, Facebook. Even boatbuilders are hip to the social media thing. Our busy Facebook page features your projects and up-to-the-minute happenings in the world of boatbuilding.

Instagram is a spontaneous showcase for the beauty and fun of building and playing in small boats. We are adding photos and videos every single day, so give us a follow! .

CLC’s Instagram homepage

CLC’s YouTube homepage

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Stitch & Glue Kayaks Max Shoe Size

Max Payload

Kayak Model

Dimensions

Hull Specs

Knee Height

Cockpit Size

Paddler Weight

Wood Duckling

8' x 24"

22 lbs

11"

30" x 20"

35-100 lbs

100 lbs

Wood Duck/Hybrid 10

10' x 30"

36 lbs

13-1/2"

38" x 20"

60-200 lbs

250 lbs

(Mens)

Wood Duck/Hybrid 12

12' x 30"

40 lbs

13-1/2"

38" x 20"

80-250 lbs

350 lbs

Wood Duck/Hybrid 14

13' 9" x 30"

52 lbs

Open

49-1/2" x 21"

200-350 lbs

14+

400 lbs

Wood Duck Double/Hybrid

14' x 30"

60 lbs

Open

84-1/2" x 20-1/2"

200-400 lbs

14+

400 lbs

Shearwater/Hybrid 14

14' 6-3/8" x 23"

39 lbs

12-1/2"

31" x 16-1/2"

100-150 lbs

200 lbs

Shearwater/Hybrid 16

16' 1-3/4" x 23"

42 lbs

13"

31" x 16-1/2"

120-190 lbs

240 lbs

Shearwater/Hybrid 17

17' x 22-1/4"

44 lbs

12-3/8"

31" x 16-3/8"

150-220 lbs

12.5

270 lbs

Shearwater Sport/Hybrid

14' 6" x 25"

48 lbs

13"

34" x 17"

100-240 lbs

300 lbs

Shearwater Double

18' 6" x 27"

68 lbs

14"

34" x 18"

300-500 lbs

575 lbs

14' x 21"

36 lbs

10-1/2"

31" x 17"

60-135 lbs

175 lbs

Chesapeake 16LT

15' 6-1/2" x 23"

42 lbs

11-1/2"

31" x 17"

100-160 lbs

220 lbs

Chesapeake 16

15' 8" x 23-1/2"

42 lbs

12-1/2"

31" x 17"

120-180 lbs

260 lbs

Chesapeake 14

Chesapeake 17LT

16' 10-3/4" x 23-1/2"

45 lbs

12-1/4"

31" x 17"

160-220 lbs

300 lbs

Chesapeake 17

17' x 24"

45 lbs

12-1/2"

31" x 17"

180-250 lbs

325 lbs

Chesapeake 18

18' x 24-1/2"

48 lbs

13"

31" x 17"

210-270 lbs

350 lbs

Chesapeake Sport Tandem

21' 8" x 22"

65 lbs

12"

31" x 17"

250-400 lbs (combined)

475 lbs

21' x 30"

65 lbs

14"

31" x 17"

300-600 lbs (combined)

14+

700 lbs

Chesapeake Double Chesapeake Triple Mill Creek 13

21' x 30"

68 lbs

14"

31" x 17"

300-600 lbs (combined)

14+

700 lbs

13' x 29-1/2"

40 lbs

Open

57" x 17"

125-250 lbs

Open

300 lbs

Mill Creek/Hybrid 16.5

16' 6" x 33"

62 lbs

Open

88" x 21"

230-400 lbs (combined)

Open

450 lbs

Sea Island Sport

15' 6" x 27"

48 lbs

Open

58" x 18"

100-275 lbs

Open

325 lbs

Matunuck Surf Kayak

8' 6" x 24"

21 lbs

9-1/2"

31" x 19"

80-200 lbs

200 lbs

Arctic Hawk

18' x 22"

44 lbs

11-1/2"

16" x 20"

160-210 lbs

350 lbs

Night Heron SG

18' x 20"

41 lbs

11-1/4"

29" x 16"

150-220 lbs

300 lbs

Night Heron Hybrid

18' x 20"

40 lbs

11-1/4"

29" x 16"

150-220 lbs

300 lbs

Night Heron Hybrid - High Deck

18' x 20"

40 lbs

12-1/2"

29" x 16"

150-220 lbs

300 lbs

Petrel SG

17' x 20"

40 lbs

10"

31" x 16"

120-200 lbs

280 lbs

Petrel Play SG

14' x 23"

40 lbs

12"

31" x 16"

100-220 lbs

12.5

260 lbs

Petrel Play SG-L

16' x 25"

42 lbs

13"

31" x 16"

250-350 lbs

12.5

350 lbs

Kayaks Are The Original “Personal Watercraft” Like bicycles or running shoes, they need to fit YOU, or you won’t enjoy the performance advantages. That’s why Chesapeake Light Craft offers more than 50 kayaks of all shapes and sizes, from racing boats to stable recreational craft. Pick your kayak by height, weight, shoe size, and intended usage.

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Strip-Planked Kayaks Max Shoe Size (Mens)

Max Payload

100-175 lbs

250 lbs

110-190 lbs

250 lbs

29" x 17"

150-220 lbs

300 lbs

12-3/4"

32" x 18"

190-275 lbs

375 lbs

11-3/4"

29" x 17"

150-250 lbs

350 lbs

60 lbs

12-1/2"

31" x 18"

200-500 lbs (combined)

700 lbs

25' 6" x 21"

58 lbs

11"

29" x 17"

200-400 lbs (combined)

600 lbs

Night Heron

18' x 20"

40 lbs

11-1/4"

31" x 16"

150-220 lbs

300 lbs

Night Heron - High Deck

18' x 20"

40 lbs

12-1/2"

31" x 16"

150-220 lbs

300 lbs

Greenland Night Heron

18' x 20"

39 lbs

11"

20" x 16"

150-220 lbs

290 lbs

Petrel

17' x 20"

40 lbs

10-3/4"

31" x 16"

120-200 lbs

280 lbs

Petrel Play

14' x 23"

31 lbs

12"

31" x 16"

100-220 lbs

12.5

260 lbs

10-Foot Little Auk

10' x 28"

30 lbs

13-1/2"

35" x 19"

110-190 lbs

250 lbs

11-Foot Little Auk

11' x 28"

31 lbs

13-1/2"

35" x 19"

120-200 lbs

260 lbs

14-Foot Great Auk

14' x 24"

37 lbs

13-1/4"

33" x 19"

120-200 lbs

270 lbs

Great Auk

17' x 24"

41 lbs

13-1/4"

33" x 19"

150-220 lbs

350 lbs

High Capacity Great Auk

18' x 30"

55 lbs

13-1/2"

32" x 23"

300-400 lbs

600 lbs

Razor Billed Auk

19' x 20"

46 lbs

11-3/4"

30" x 17"

150-220 lbs

350 lbs

Dimensions

Hull Specs

Knee Height

Cockpit Size

Paddler Weight

Guillemot "S"

16' x 20"

40 lbs

10-3/4"

29" x 16"

Guillemot Play

16' 5" x 22"

38 lbs

10-3/4"

29" x 17"

Guillemot

17' x 21"

41 lbs

11-3/4"

Guillemot "L"

18' x 23"

40 lbs

Expedition Single

19' x 21"

42 lbs

Guillemot Double

20' x 28"

Fast Double

Kayak Model

Great Auk Double

21' x 26"

56 lbs

10-3/4"

33" x 19"

200-400 lbs (combined)

600 lbs

Mystery

20' x 20"

40 lbs

10-1/2"

33" x 16"

175-250 lbs

350 lbs

Solo microBootlegger

14' x 26"

33 lbs

Open

45" x 21-3/4"

120-200 lbs

Open

260 lbs

17' 6" x 27"

42 lbs

Open

80" x 21"

175-330 lbs

Open

450 lbs

microBootlegger

See us on the road, try out one of our designs! We have demos and events in Annapolis scheduled regularly. We’re also the only boat kit company with a busy travel schedule. Our ”big rig,” which can haul up to two dozen completed boats, is on the road about twenty weeks of the year, visiting shows and demo spots from Maine to Florida to Washington to California, with many stops between. Check our website for the latest shows and demos, and come try before you build. clcboats.com/news-and-events

Specifications Hull Specs “Hull Weight” is not the weight of an empty, stripped hull, but the weight you can actually expect to have to lift onto your car. This weight includes deck rigging, footbraces, seat, and other typical fittings. The lugubrious fine print: your results may vary. Boats can be lighter or heavier depending upon options, construction techniques, wood density and other variables. Cockpit Size refers to the opening in the cockpit coaming that is provided in the kit as standard equipment. Recommended Paddler Weight This should be considered a rough guide. The weight ranges shown will be comfortable, but as you reach the high and low limits other variables like height and shoe size become important considerations. Maximum Shoe Size This is expressed in men’s sizes and assumes the paddler is shod in the preferred neoprene booties. Larger shoe sizes are sometimes possible for more athletic paddlers. Custom cockpits are available on some boats; call for details. Maximum Payload This is the safe total load of the boat and differs from “Paddler Weight.” A paddler whose weight approaches the “Max Payload” will have a high center of gravity. Properly stowed gear, however, does not affect stability.

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Chesapeake

Chesapeake 17: Jason Dique

The Chesapeake series, which includes six singles, two tandems, and a triple, has spent more than two decades earning a reputation as highly capable wilderness cruisers. In skilled hands the Chesapeakes cope easily with ugly combinations of wind and wave and inhospitable shorelines. For beginners they are easy-going, comfortable, and startlingly fast. Chesapeakes have won their class in the Everglades Challenge, and are a go-to choice for serious expeditions. Photos show them above the Arctic Circle, traversing the Sea of Cortez, and in fleets of a dozen on overnight paddling tours. Trips of 2500 miles or more are recorded. The genial combination of handling, speed, capacity, comfort, and ease of construction explains why Sea Kayaker Magazine gave the Chesapeake 17 the readers’ choice award for “Best Kayak Kit.” The Chesapeake 14 is perfect for kids or small adults. The Chesapeake 17 and 18 are cargo-haulers, best for people over 200lbs or very large camping loads or both. The Chesapeake Double and Triple share a hull, with different deck layouts. In spite of their volume and enormous payloads, the low wetted surface of the Double and Triple have resulted in numerous race victories, often embarrassing more pretentious

Epoxy application to the interior of a Chesapeake kayak

16LT: Reade Johnson, Victoria, BC Chesapeake 17

The Chesapeake Kayak

Chesapeake Kayaks: Chris Jacobson

Chesapeake 17LT: 15' 8" x 23", 42 lbs, 120-180 lb paddler

multi-cockpit designs. For full-on sprinting or adventure racing, there is the 22-foot by 22 -inch Chesapeake Sport Tandem, a kayak for athletes. Some of the Chesapeake’s appeal after all these years of evolution in stitch-and-glue kayak design is that anyone who can read a set of plans can easily lengthen, lower, raise, or extend the hull or modify the deck. Some of our newer kayaks are easier to build, but their intricate slot together designs don’t allow customization.

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut BS1088 okoume parts, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, bulkheads, front and rear hatches, and complete deck rigging (bungies & hold-downs). All Chesapeake kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual and a 60-minute DVD.

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Chesapeake Chesapeake 14: 14' x 21", 36 lbs, 60-135 lb paddler

Chesapeake 16: 15' 8" x 23", 42 lbs, 120-180 lb paddler

Chesapeake 16LT: 15' 6" x 23", 42 lbs, 100-160 lb paddler

Chesapeake 17: 17' x 24", 45 lbs, 180-250 lb paddler

Chesapeake 17LT: 15' 8" x 23", 42 lbs, 120-180 lb paddler

Chesapeake 18: 18' x 24", 48 lbs, 210-270 lb paddler

Chesapeake Double: 21' x 30", 65 lbs, 300-600 lbs combined

Sport Tandem: 21' 8" x 22", 65 lbs, 250-400 lbs combined

Chesapeake Triple: 21' x 30", 68 lbs, 300-600 lbs combined

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Flush Hatch Kit These hatch kits eliminate webbing hold-downs and allow an unbroken woodgrain pattern on your deck. Kit includes all hardware and support structure for two hatches; you’ll use the wood from your own deck. Shearwaters, Wood Ducks, and all Guillemot kayak kits include flush hatches.

Canoe/Kayak SailRig

8' x 48", 86 lbs, 250 lb max capacity (shown here, adapted to the Chesapeake 17)

Sailboats benefit from being light and easily-driven. Kayaks are light and easily-driven. Thus the enduring popularity of sailing kayaks, and trimaran-conversions like this one. Crossbeams and outriggers may be adapted to any design in this book 33 inches wide or less. (Just don’t forget to add a sailing rudder capable of handling high speeds.) Installation is quick and easy, with three sail sizes available for performance ranging from "relaxed" to "hairy." The crossbeam spacing allows a full paddling stroke. One especially valuable feature of the CLC SailRig design is that once removed, little to none of the apparatus remains behind to sully your nice kayak. You can paddle or sail as the spirit, and the wind, moves you.

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, bulkheads, pre-cut crossbeam mold and laminates, lee-board, aluminum mast tube, epoxy kit, fiberglass, and hardware. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual. You’ll need a rudder, sail, and line (not included in kit).

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Mill Creek 16.5: 16' 6" x 33", 62 lbs, 230-400 lbs combined

Mill Creek 16.5 Hybrid: 16' 6" x 33", 62 lbs, 230-400 lbs combined

Mill Creek 13: 13' x 29", 40 lbs, 125-250 lb paddler

The first Mill Creek appeared in 1995. Based on the double-paddle canoes of the 1930’s, the design has a timeless quality that explains why the series has remained in production and unchanged for 25 years. At around 40 pounds, the Mill Creek 13 is a pip to throw in the water for casual paddling, fishing, and photography.

Flush Hatch Kit These hatch kits eliminate webbing hold-downs and allow an

unbroken woodgrain pattern on your deck. Kit includes all hardware and support structure for two hatches; you’ll use the wood from your own deck. Shearwaters, Wood Ducks, and all Guillemot kayak kits include flush hatches.

The tandem Mill Creek 16.5 has a huge following thanks to its versatility. Like the Mill Creek 13, a simple sailing rig may be added. With a drop-in sliding seat unit and a pair of 9'6" oars it rows handsomely as an open-water single wherry. And of course, it seats two for comfortable day paddling. Construction is slightly more complex than the Mill Creek’s 21st-century descendants, the Wood Ducks, but most Mill Creek builders are first-timers. A “hybrid” option substitutes a strip-planked deck and tickles the woodworkers.

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume, bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors (hybrid option), deck forms (hybrid option), epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, traditional wooden seats (upgrade to a Creature Comfort Seat), and Keepers footbraces. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual. Sailing Component Kit Includes Leeboard, mast step and partner, thwart, 10-foot aluminum mast tube (in sections), and hardware. You’ll need our Double Rudder and a sail to complete this sailing kit.

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MC16.5 Hybrid - Zbigniew Cichosz

Mill Creek

MC16.5: Josh Edwards, Kettle River, WA.

Wood Duck

Wood Duck 10 (left) & Wood Duck 12 (right), Chesapeake Bay, MD

Wood Duckling: 8' x 24", 22lbs, 35-100 lb paddler

Wood Duck 10: 10' x 30", 36lbs, 60-200 lb paddler

Wood Duck

Wood Duck 12: 12' x 30", 40lbs, 80-250 lb paddler

Wood Duck 14: 13' 9' x 30", 52lbs, 200-350 lb paddler

For years the kayak arms race was about long, narrow, tippy kayaks. Comparison to the spear-like aboriginal West Greenland hunting kayaks was a sort of purity test, and we have lots of those if you need to flee a charging walrus or win a sprint race. But the Wood Ducks represent the kind of paddling most of us do: pottering down the creek, tackle box or camera in our lap, fishing or birding as the spirit moves us. The softening of the classical Inuit kayak’s hard edges into a more well-rounded, everyday sort of kayak is fraught with compromise. Will the result be tubby and boring? Not in the hands of longtime CLC designer Eric Schade. The Wood Ducks offer brisk, responsive handling with a sharp, compact design that is easy to transport.

Wood Duck Double: 14' x 30", 60lbs, 200-400 lbs combined

Choose from four singles and a tandem. The kids revel in the 8-foot Wood Duckling, while plus-sized paddlers are well matched to the super-high-capacity Wood Duck 14. The Wood Duck 12 fits just about everybody from 80 to 250 pounds, probably the closest thing to an all-things-to-everybody kayak in this corner of the universe. These are easy kayaks to build. Wood Ducks are a perennial favorite in our one-week build-your-own classes, in which basic assembly is complete in about 45 hours, ready for sanding, coats of varnish, and outfitting.

Invisible Hatch Hold-Down Kit For flush hatch

hold-downs, requiring no deck hardware to sully your stripplanked deck. Kit includes enough material for two hatches. Specify kayak model when ordering.

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume and optional sapele parts, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, rear flush hatch, and deck rigging (bungee & hold-downs). All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

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Wood Duck 10 Hybrid: 10' x30", 36 lbs, 60-200 lb paddler

Wood Duck Hybrid Take the cheerful Wood Duck design and swap the standard sapele plywood deck for narrow strips of wood, and you have the Wood Duck Hybrid. It’s a hybrid of plywood stitch-and-glue construction and the slightly more demanding strip-planking method. The upshot is an extra grace-note of beauty. Best of all, the deck design is up to you. Artful sweeps of light and dark strips, herringbone patterns, understated pinstripes: your choices are limited only by your imagination.

Wood Duck 12 Hybrid: 12' x 30", 40 lbs, 80-250 lb paddler

The combination of plywood and strip-planked construction is a great stepping stone to more complex boatbuilding projects. The hull goes together in hours. Computer-cut molds are placed in the hull, and the strip-planked deck is assembled atop the molds. The strips provided in the kit are machined with a “bead and cove” feature, allowing you to cut and fit strips to the desired pattern rather like laying a tongue-and-groove floor. The assembly manual holds your hand through a simple strip deck design; wood butchers with more skill might escalate. No performance is sacrificed in opting for a hybrid deck. Hybrid and standard Wood Ducks weigh the same, are equally durable, and offer the same lovely handling on the water.

I just completed my first kayak...Building this kayak was the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. I can’t wait to open the boxes that are sitting in my shop, and start on the second one. Wood Duck 14 hybrid (not shown): 13' 9' x 30", 52lbs, 200-350 lb paddler

– Virgil F., Brookings, OR

Wood Duck Double Hybrid (not shown): 14' x 30", 60lbs, 200-400 lbs combined

Complete Hybrid Kit Includes Computer-cut and -drilled BS1088 okoume parts, bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors, deck forms, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, rear flush hatch, and deck rigging (bungies & hold-downs). All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 100 hours visit clcboats.com/woodduckhybrid

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WD14 Hybrid - Len Kopec, Augusta, MT

12 Hybrid: Doug strange, La Verne, CA

Shearwater

16 & 17: Mark Alavosius, Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe, CA

Shearwater For me, 2005 is an interesting deflection point in sea kayak design. The almost hysterical growth of the sport had eased. Whereas in the 1990's kayak outfits like CLC had marched out traditional sea kayaks as quickly as we could draw them, by 2005 just about everything had been tried, for good or ill. Now there was less new design and more contemplative refinement. The Shearwater kayaks and their derivatives are a case in point. Nothing new by 2005 standards, but finely polished descendants of a thousand homebuilt kayaks, incorporating every evolutionary good idea designer Eric Schade had compiled, and quite a few of our own. Tests of the first Shearwater 17 were a delight to all. The 17 was fast without being skittish, tracked strongly without being hard to turn, and had a cockpit that fit like a Recaro racing seat: supportive enough for aggressive handling, comfortable enough for long days. Eric nailed it, and the 17's design was never modified. I recall the thrill of pushing the Shearwater harder and harder in surfing conditions, yet the stern wouldn't break loose and dump me in a nasty broach. It was challenging, fun, and inspired great confidence.

Shearwater 14: 14' 6" x 23", 39 lbs, 100-150 lb paddler

Shearwater 16: 16' 2" x 23", 42 lbs, 120-190 lb paddler

Shearwater 17: 17' x 22", 44 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler

Available in a variety of sizes, Shearwaters are for athletic paddlers who might do anything from light touring to playing in waves. They run a little small, that much less to lug around or spin on a wave crest. Shearwater Double: 18' 6" x 27", 68 lbs, 300-500 lbs combined

I’m very pleased with the construction & performance of the Shearwater 17 kayak - handled great and carried all my gear. I’ll make another one this winter. Maybe a Shearwater 16 for my wife? Thanks for providing great boats! – Mark A., Reno, NV

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and -drilled BS1088 okoume and sapele parts, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, bulkheads, front and rear flush hatches, and deck rigging (bungies & hold-downs). All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 80 hours visit clcboats.com/shearwater

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Shearwater 14 Hybrid: 14' 6" x 23", 39 lbs, 100-150 lb paddler

Shearwater 17 Hybrid: 17' x 22", 44 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler

Shearwater 16 Hybrid: 16' 2" x 23", 42 lbs, 120-190 lb paddler

Shearwater Hybrid Just as the Wood Duck Hybrids substitute strip-planked decks for plywood, Hybrid Shearwaters give builders with a little woodworking experience the opportunity to augment and personalize their boats. Since the plywood hull and the CNC-cut temporary forms serve as the mold for the deck, many hours are saved compared to building a strip-planked kayak.

17Hybrid: Lewis Blakely

Since you’ll be cutting and fitting the strip-planking, some familiarity with edge tools is assumed. The Shearwater Hybrid assembly manual, however, assumes nothing; it is as complete and detailed a guide to this style of construction as has ever been set to paper. The Shearwater 14 is best for kids and small-statured adults. The Shearwater 16 is great for folks around 150lbs, while the Shearwater 17 will take paddlers of average build up to 220lbs.

Complete Hybrid Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume, bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors, deck forms, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, bulkheads, front and rear flush hatches, and deck rigging (bungies & hold-downs). All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 120 hours visit clcboats.com/shearwaterhybrid

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Invisible Hatch Hold-Down Kit

For flush hatch hold-downs, requiring no deck hardware to sully your stripplanked deck. Kit includes enough material for two hatches. Specify kayak model when ordering.

Shearwater Hybrid

Shearwater 16 Hybrid, Dan Barsness, Minneapolis, MN

Shearwater Sport

Shearwater Sport/Hybrid/Sectional

Sectional Shearwater Sport: 14' 6" x 25", 48 lbs, 100-240 lb paddler

Which kayak for you? Will it be something sleek and edgy and challenging to paddle, or a beamy and benign day-cruiser? A cargo-hauler or a sprinter? Some paddlers have fleets of kayaks to suit all occasions. The rest of us should take a long look at the Shearwater Sport. Eric Schade has threaded the needle in designing a kayak that is a jack of all trades. Master of most. There’s enough beam and stability to be welcoming to beginners. Helmeted experts showing off for the cameras enjoy the Shearwater Sport’s agility in the surf. There’s enough speed to keep up with any gaggle of touring kayaks. The 14'6" length is more consonant with limited storage (and construction) spaces. Rugged scantlings and voluminous storage make this an ideal back-country expedition machine. Builders ready to sharpen planes and unsheathe their pull-saws can opt for the Shearwater Sport Hybrid, with a strip-planked deck.

Shearwater Sport: 14' 6" x 25", 45 lbs, 100-240 lb paddler

A most interesting option is the Sectional, which unbolts at watertight bulkheads for transport inside a small hatchback car and for storage in an apartment, garage, or garden shed. If anything, the sectional is sturdier than the standard, with the same cockpit and storage, opening up delightful possibilities for small-footprint adventuring.

Unfasten bolts

Separate the parts

Stow for transport

Shearwater Sport Hybrid (not shown): 14' 6" x 25", 45 lbs, 100-240 lb paddler

I started building the Shearwater Sport as a 71st birthday gift... She’s been out in the ocean, across the Tampa Bay shipping channel, and through mangrove tunnels in Boca Ciega Bay. She tracks straight, handles waves and chop well, and is very maneuverable. She gets lots of oohs and aahs. – Paul B., St. Petersburg, FL

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume and sapele parts, bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors (hybrid option), deck forms (hybrid option), epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak back-band, Keepers footbraces, bulkheads, front and rear flush hatches, and deck rigging (bungies & hold-downs). All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 80-120 hours visit clcboats.com/shearwatersport

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Guillemot Kayaks The ordinary progression of the kayak builder is to start with relatively simple plywood designs, then move on to more elaborate strip-planked shapes. Hull planking comprised of narrow, flexible wooden strips allows freeform shapes without compromise in looks or performance. This niche, of the high-performance strip-planked sea kayak, has been the domain of Nick Schade’s Guillemot Kayaks for almost thirty years. A singularly talented paddler, designer, and builder, Nick has brought the strip-planked kayak to such a pitch of refinement that one of his boats hangs in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Not content to win beauty contests, he wrings every drop of performance from his designs through exhaustive on-water testing. The descendants of this long and careful evolution are on these pages, ready to be built at home from kits or plans.

Schoodic Sea Kayaking Retreat, Winter Harbor, ME: photo credit to Lynda Shenkman/oxygenhousephoto.com

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We’ve corralled Nick’s current designs into four marques: the Auks, the Guillemots,

Guillemot: 17' x 21", 41 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler

The Auks are the easiest of the Guillemot Collection to build, and most are aimed at recreational paddling. The 10-, 11-, and 14-foot versions are excellent analogs to our Wood Duck kayaks, while 17-, 18-, and 21-foot models appeal to cruisers.

Guillemot S: 16' x 20", 40 lbs, 100-175 lb paddler

the Night Herons, and the MicroBootleggers.

The Guillemot series includes many of Nick’s popular sea-touring kayaks, in a variety of shapes and sizes to fit paddlers of every description. The original 17-foot Guillemot is probably one of the most-constructed strip-planked kayaks of all time. Guillemot Play: 16' 5" x 22", 38 lbs, 110-190 lb paddler

The Night Herons are a more recent development and are intended for athletic paddling, playing in waves, or light, fast touring. Broad interpretations of the West Greenland kayaks of antiquity, these designs will reward careful builders and energetic paddlers. The lithe and slippery Petrel is especially notable for its acrobatic ability and is the goto kayak for many serious “narrow boat” paddlers. A thoughtfully detuned version, the Petrel Play, retains the longer boat’s charms but is more accessible to new paddlers. If you’re looking for more of a challenge either in the boatshop or on the water, a stripplanked kayak is a worthy and rewarding project. CNC-cut molds, precision-machined bead-and-cove strips in your choice of colors, and unlimited tech support guarantee success for patient woodworkers.

Expedition Single: 19' x 21", 42 lbs, 150-250 lb paddler

Guillemot L: 18' x 23", 40 lbs, 190-275 lb paddler

10' Little Auk: 10' x 28", 30 lbs, 110-190 lb paddler

11' Little Auk: 11' x 28", 31 lbs, 120-200 lb paddler

The kayak is more than beautiful, it’s fast, quick to steer, easy to keep straight, and just a lot of fun to paddle. We’re happy to be done with pure glass boats, and look forward to getting a lot of use from these [wood] boats. – Clyde R., Shoreview, MN

14' Little Auk: 14' x 24", 35 lbs, 120-200 lb paddler

Strip-Planked Kits Include The Strip-Built Sea Kayak (book), line drawings, computer-cut forms and strongback, hatch blanks, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, precision-milled bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors, foam “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, and hardware. visit clcboats.com/guillemot

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Guillemot Double: 20' x 28", 60 lbs, 200-500 lbs combined

Fast Double: 25' 6" x 21", 58 lbs, 200-400 lbs combined

Guillemot: Lou & Donna Farhood

Night Heron: 18' x 20", 40 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler

High-Deck Night Heron: 18' x 20", 40 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler Guillemot: Karl Topmpuu, Quebec, Canada

Greenland Night Heron: 18' x 20", 39 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler

Petrel: 17'x 20", 40 lbs, 120-200 lb paddler

Night Heron High-Deck: Port Townsend, WA

Petrel Play: 14' x 23", 31 lbs, 100-220 lb paddler

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Petrel: Maine Coast

Tandem microBootlegger

Solo microBootlegger

Baby Bootlegger was a race-winning wooden powerboat of the 1920’s, designed by George Crouch. The design is so iconic and beautiful that to this day it’s a touchstone for the fusion of sculpture and naval architecture. Riffing on Baby Bootlegger’s unforgettable retroussé stern and rounded decks, Nick Schade designed the microBootlegger as a curvaceous decked canoe. Whereas the priceless original racer now resides in a million-dollar boathouse, you can build your own kinetic sculpture for a couple grand. microBootlegger Sport (not shown): 14' x 26", 33 lbs, 175-200 lb paddler Solo microBootlegger: 14' x 26", 33 lbs, 175-200 lb paddler

microBootlegger Sport (skin-on-frame)

The popularity of the tandem microBootlegger led, logically enough, to the Solo microBootlegger for single paddlers. Builders with cabinetry experience or a simpler kayak or two behind them will find assembly of these extremely shapely kayaks straightforward. A skin-on-frame version of the Solo microBootlegger is in the works.

Strip-Planked Kits Include The Strip-Built Sea Kayak (book), line drawings, computer-cut forms and strongback, hatch blanks, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, precision-milled bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors, seats, Keepers footbraces, and hardware. visit clcboats.com/microbootlegger

Tandem microBootlegger: 17' 6" x 27", 42 lbs, 175-330 lbs combined

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Petrel SG

Petrel Play SG

Petrel SG: 17' x 20", 40 lbs, 120-200 lb paddler

Petrel SG-L: 16' x 25", 40 lbs, 250-350 lb paddler

Petrel Play SG: 14' x 23", 40 lbs, 100-220 lb paddler

Critical acclaim and widespread popularity of the gymnastic Petrel design led to calls for a much easier-tobuild plywood version, featuring Nick Schade’s instantly-recognizable sense of line and proportion. While faster and simpler to build than the original stripper, this is still a stitch-and-glue kayak with a fairly high parts-count, requiring a little more experience and patience to assemble. The Petrel SG and the shorter, less-demanding Petrel Play SG are unique among stitch-and-glue kayak designs in combining a multi-chined forward section, for buoyancy in waves, with a hard-chined aft section for tracking, stability, and carving turns. Such treats as recessed airtight hatches, recessed cockpit, and a retractable skeg (Petrel SG only) are standard in the kits.

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, bulkheads, recessed hatches, Sea-Lect (rubber) hatch covers, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, complete deck rigging (bungies and hold-downs), and parts and hardware for a retractable skeg (Petrel SG only). All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 80-100 hours visit clcboats.com/petrelsg, /petrelplay, /petrelplaysgl

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Night Heron SG: Schoodic Sea Kayak Retreat, ME (photo by Carl Tjerandsen)

Night Heron SG: 18' x 20", 41 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler

If you’re looking for the performance of the Night Herons in a straightforward buildit-yourself kit, Nick has created stitch-and-glue versions that give up nothing in looks. Featuring ecstatic flourishes of curve and line, the Night Heron SG is a head-turner on the water and in the parking lot. If you’re after something in-between, a hybrid version with plywood hull and strip-planked deck can be built in perhaps half the time of the all-strip design. High-deck versions are available for paddlers with long legs. Night Heron Hybrid High-Deck: 18' x 20", 40 lbs, 150-220 lb paddler

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume, bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors (hybrid option), deck forms (hybrid option), epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, hardware, kayak “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, front and rear flush hatches, and deck rigging (bungies & hold-downs). All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 100-150 hours visit clcboats.com/nightheronsg

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Kaholo 14 (left): 14' x 29-1/2" x 4-5/8", 32 lbs, 120-280 lb paddler Kaholo 14 Hybrid (center): 14' x 29-1/2" x 4-5/8", 35 lbs, 120-280 lb paddler Kaholo 12-6 (right): 12' 6" x 28" x 4-1/2", 29 lbs, 50-220 lb paddler

Much of the popularity of SUPs is a result of their accessibility. Anyone can enjoy a good paddleboard on the first day, whereas traditional surfing requires years of practice. We think the best paddleboards should grow with the paddler, should be able to manage a bit of bumpy water, and should fit a broad range of body shapes and sizes. We’ve brought our kayak expertise over to the Kaholos, giving them a wave-slicing nose that contributes to speed without turning them into submarines. Just the right touch of rocker and bearing aft makes them forgiving to paddle and easy to keep on track. Kaholos have won many races in various classes, yet most builders are new to stand-up paddleboards. Construction is simple, readily approachable for first-time builders. Stop by the fabric store and pick out some fun patterns to embed beneath the fiberglassed deck; the instructions tell you how.

I recently finished my Kaholo 14 paddleboard. We held a launching party at Jordan Lake near Apex, NC this past weekend. It was exciting to build and big fun to paddle. I look forward to the many hours of enjoyment my family will get from the board in the years to come. – Tim B., Apex, NY

Complete Kaholo Kits Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume, bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors (hybrid option), twin plywood fins (single fin-box kit and removable fins available as upgrades), epoxy kit, fiberglass, foam deck pad (long deck pads available as an upgrade), grab handles, breathing tube and hardware. All kits include a complete step-bystep instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 65-85 hours visit clcboats.com/kaholo Build Your Own Kaholo Class, Annapolis, MD

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Kaholo SUP/Hybrid

Sassafras Canoe

Sassafras 12 Canoe: Sergey Panteleev, Moscow, Russia

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Sassafras Canoe

Sassafras 12: 12' x 28", 28 lbs, 250 lb max paddler

23 years ago, the Sassafras Canoe designs were among our early experiments with LapStitch , the new boatbuilding technology. With more than a thousand built, we gave the designs a top-to-bottom overhaul between 2012 and 2014. The new Sassafras 16 features more stability and a larger payload without any reduction in speed. The Sassafras 12 has a springier sheerline and a finer entry at the bow. Both are easier to build than ever, and rank with the easiest of all our kits for the first-time boatbuilder. TM

Throw the whole family in the Sassafras 16 for casual outings, or load it with gear for overnights. The ultralight Sassafras 12 is a classic “pack canoe,” light enough to carry in one hand while you carry your fishing rod and tackle box in the other.

Sassafras 16: 15' 7" x 39", 68 lbs, 500 lbs combined

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, epoxy kit, fiberglass for the hull, ash thwart, ash caned seats (16 only), foam “tractor” seat, kayak backband (12 only), Keepers footbraces (12 only), and hardware. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 80 hours visit clcboats.com/sassafras12 or clcboats.com/sassafras16

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Mystic River Canoe: Scott Hudson, Potomac River, MD

Mystic River Canoe Strip-Planked Kits Include: Building Strip-Planked Boats (book), step-by-step instruction manual, computer-cut forms and strongback, epoxy kit, fiberglass, precision-milled bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors, caned ash seats, and hardware.

 Estimated Build Time - 200 hours visit clcboats.com/mysticriver

Nick Schade’s offering to the hallowed world of the stripper canoe is the 17-foot Mystic River Tandem. Relatively narrow and very light, this design will delight anyone who knows their J-stroke (and everyone else, besides). Classic tumblehome, recurved stems, and fine lines mark this as a thoroughbred addition to the strip-canoe canon.

17' 2" x 34", 42 lbs, 250-400 lbs combined

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Nymph 12 Canoe

Nymph Canoe J. Henry Rushton was an early character in the late 19th-century Sportsman movement, urging the new middle class to get outdoors and go exploring in his fantastically light and beautiful little canoes. The Nymph 10 and 12 are 21st-century variations on the theme. The 10-footer can be built as light as 20 pounds! These canoes are meant for exploring backwaters or hidden fishing holes. Their extreme lightness translates into frequent, impulsive use: you can throw them on the car even when you’re tired, whereas a heavier boat might find you debating between an evening on the couch or an evening on the water. I know which one I’d choose.

Nymph 12: 12' x 26-1/2", 25 lbs, 50-240 lb paddler

Strip-Planked Kits Include Building Strip-Planked Boats (book), step-by-step instruction manual, computer-cut forms and strong-back, epoxy kit, fiberglass, precision-milled bead-and-cove cedar strips in an array of colors, foam “tractor” seat, kayak backband, Keepers footbraces, and hardware.

 Estimated Build Time - 110 hours visit clcboats.com/nymphcanoe

Nymph 10: 10' x 25-1/2", 20 lbs, 50-170 lb paddler

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8' x 48", 86 lbs, 250 lb max capacity

Cocktail Class Racer This 1939 design by Charles MacGregor, originally published in The Rudder Magazine is an example of what could be done with a novel new material called “plywood.” The Cocktail Class Wooden Boat Racing Association has revived the old design and built up the class as a forum for fun, inexpensive racing. With a class-mandated 6-horsepower outboard (or 8hp in certain categories), a fleet of these tearing around a small stretch of water is more fun on than a whole bucket of fun things. Our kit features precise CNC-cut slot-together parts for quick and accurate assembly of a hull that will “measure in” on race day.

Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, rails, an external jig for hull shaping, epoxy kit, fiberglass for inside and out, and sundry hardware. Engine, throttle, and steering gear are not included. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 80 hours visit clcboats.com/ccr

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Peeler Skiff with Center Console

Peeler Skiff There have been motor skiffs as long as there have been motors. Innumerable designs for dory-skiffs, flatties, modified dories, and on and on, too many to list them all. What, then, could we bring to the world of outboard skiffs that hadn’t already been done a thousand times? I found there was a wide gap in the field for a stable skiff with fast, easy construction, durable enough to live outdoors for a lifetime, and light enough for towing with small cars. Technically the Peeler is a “dory skiff,” a type distinguished by relatively narrow, flat bottoms and sharply flaring sides. The bottom shape is easy to build and fast through the water even with smaller outboards. Flared sides make her seaworthy, stable, dry, and a cargo-hauler. The design exceeded all expectations, making 22 knots with a 15hp four-stroke outboard while passing stringent US Coast Guard tests for safety. A great many have been built, most with the optional center console. She’ll plane with 8hp; 15hp is max. 9.9hp is probably close to perfect.

15' 2" x 6' 3", 313 lbs, 1000 lb max capacity

The kit was straightforward to build, included first-class quality materials, and affordable. She's been fitted with Mercury 15 hp outboard and the performance is beautiful. –Theo W., Rindge, NH

Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume hull parts, softwood stringers, hardwood rails and inwales, epoxy, fiberglass, and hardware. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 250 hours Center Console Contents: Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, fiberglass cloth, fiberglass tape, and complete instructions. Peeler builders working from a complete kit might need to order additional epoxy. visit clcboats.com/peeler

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Oxford Shell II

Oxford Shell II CLC’s Oxford Shell dropped in 1996 and did not waver in popularity for 22 years. In 2018 we introduced the Oxford Shell II, an evolution of the original. Intended for rec-racing, workouts, or ocean rowing, the Oxford Shell II is pitched a bit more towards speed and performance compared to the original. Reasonably athletic rowers will use it for training. Experienced rowers will find it a competitive shell for “masters” regattas. Without sacrificing smooth-water speed, we went to a lot of trouble to design a hull that can handle waves and chop. A thoroughly modern rec shell, elegant and worthy. Oxford Shell II, "Scout": Heath Padgett, Grayton Beach, FL

20' 10" x 21", 40 lbs, 100-275 lb rower

Very pleased with performance of the Oxford Shell II during its first row. Thanks for a wonderful build experience... and all the help and follow up for installation of rowing gear. – Jay O., Norfolk, VA

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, bulkheads, epoxy kit, fiberglass for hull, WinTech riggers and sliding seat. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 100 hours visit clcboats.com/oxford2

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Annapolis Wherry: 17' 9" x 38", 65 lbs, 350 lb max capacity

Annapolis Wherry Tandem: 19' 10" x 38", 90 lbs, 650 lb max capacity

Annapolis Wherry

Annapolis Wherry Tandem rear seating option

Effortless, startling speed. I’ve been rowing the Annapolis Wherry for 24 years and it still surprises me every time with its acceleration, the absence of wake, and the ease with which it picks its way through waves and chop. The single has seen only minor tweaks since it launched in 1997 as our first LapStitch boat; there has been nothing to improve. With more than a few thousand kits sold and the build-your-own classes always full, the Annapolis Wherry Single is a perennial favorite, the essence of a great DIY project. TM

The Annapolis Wherry Tandem came along in 2010 and works beautifully for two rowers, as well as providing an option for use as a large touring single or as a single with a passenger seated astern. (Wicker basket and parasol in hand.)

Base Kit Includes: Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume hull parts, hardwood rails, epoxy, fiberglass, and hardware. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual. Sliding seat units sold separately.

 Estimated Build Time - 80-120 hours visit clcboats.com/annapoliswherry

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Annapolis Wherry Tandem

Annapolis Wherry

Annapolis Wherry: Natalie Karp rowing Swift Creek Reservoir, Midlothian, VA

Chester Yawl

w/Sliding Seat: Emmanuel Conrath, France

A great boat, they say, is one that makes you turn back for one last look as you walk down the dock. Neither a pretentious exercise machine nor a weedgathering sluggard, the Chester Yawl just does everything without fuss. She’s as pretty a fixed-seat pulling boat as you’ll find on the waterfront, but form follows function, and everything is there for a reason. (Calling a rowboat a “pulling boat” is like calling a horse a “steed.”) Features include three rowing stations, allowing solo rowing, tandem rowing, or rowing with a passenger. Full positive flotation is built in, and floorboards are standard. A rowing seat borrowed from L. Francis Herreshoff 's designs allows you to clear the interior to take a nap, or even camp-cruise overnight as many have. She’s plenty fast enough to benefit from a sliding seat if you like to break a sweat when you row.

15' x 42", 100 lbs, 450 lb max capacity

The kit is moderately intricate but still approachable for beginners. A complete refresh of the kit in 2013 eased assembly; now that all parts have matching slots and tabs, you don’t need to own a tape measure to build this boat.

It exceeded my expectations on how stable and easy to row it was. The grandkids couldn’t wait to go for a ride even though it was pretty cool [outside]. The smiles say it all. One of the grandkids now tells me that he wants to build a boat together this year. Great job on the design and how well everything fits. – Wally A., Eugene, OR

Base Kit Includes: Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume hull parts, bulkheads, hardwood rails, seat, floorboards, epoxy, fiberglass, one pair of bronze oarlocks and sockets. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 120 hours visit clcboats.com/chesteryawl

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Chester Yawl

Chester Yawl, “Liberty”: Arthur Barletta

Eastport Pram sailing during CLC's OkoumeFest

Eastport Pram/Nesting

Eastport Pram: 7' 9" x 48", 65 lbs, 375 lb max capacity

A truly great dinghy is as rare as a great general. If your idea of a tender is rubber and filled with air, you are missing out on an ancient aesthetic experience. A deflatable will putter from ship to shore, as forgettable as a rental car. A beautiful wooden dinghy does it in style, with an efficiency and grace that seems lost on the modern yachtie. Like “slow food,” printed books, and things you build yourself, a really fine tender urges you to slow down and enjoy the experience while you can. Both the standard 7'9" Eastport Pram and its "nesting" sister deliver the goods. Possessed of spunky good looks, a nice long glide under oars, multiple adult payloads, and riotously fun handling under sail, this is a dinghy for small-boat snobs. Nesting Pram: 7' 9" x 48", 75 lbs, 375 lb max capacity

Eastport Ultralight The Eastport Ultralight drops 21 inches of length, dispenses with most of the interior fittings (and a sailing rig) and has lighter scantlings. This reduces the weight to an easy-lifting 40 pounds. The perfect tender for smaller motherships. Eastport Ultralight Dinghy: 6' x 40", 40 lbs, 400 lb max capacity

Pram Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, hardwood rails, daggerboard trunk, epoxy, fiberglass, one pair of bronze oarlocks and sockets, and hardware. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 80 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area: 42 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 5" | Draft (board down): 25" Contents: Premium Dacron sail with battens, mast and boom blanks, mast step, daggerboard, rudder, tiller and hardware. visit clcboats.com/eastportpram

Ultralight Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume hull parts, hardwood rails, epoxy, fiberglass, copper wire, syringes for tack-welding, and a set of oarlocks and sockets. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 50 hours visit clcboats.com/ultralight

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11' 7" x 56", 90 lbs, 650 lb max capacity

Passagemaker Dinghy/Take Apart The Passagemaker’s ancestors are Scandinavian. Lapstrake prams like this have been used for work and pleasure along those rugged coasts forever. In 20th-century Sweden, racing classes grew up around finely-proportioned sloop-rigged prams much like this one. At the instigation of Passagemaker Magazine, I drew this dinghy as a rebuttal to the lowly inflatable. It would be an elegant boat that could hang in davits on a big trawler and still carry a 650-pound load safely. A competing stew of requirements, including sailing ability and the large payload, resulted in a serendipitous combination of stability and low wetted surface. The upshot is delightful sailing ability, fast and fun on all points. Indeed, far more of these have been built as family daysailers than are hanging in davits on big trawlers. It wouldn’t be much of a dinghy without decent rowing performance, and heaven forfend, the ability to ship a small outboard. In the Take-Apart version, the bow comes off to allow compact storage ashore or afloat.

The dinghy sails better than I ever would have expected. I used it for the first time a few weeks ago and there is little that can be improved on. It goes upwind very well, of course flies on a reach and goes dead downwind silently. – Martin S., Woodside, NY

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Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, hardwood rails, daggerboard trunk, epoxy, fiberglass, one pair of bronze oarlocks and sockets, and hardware. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

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Sailing Specs: Sail Area (sloop): 78 sq.ft. | Sail Area (lug): 62 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 6" | Draft (board down): 30" Contents: Premium Dacron sail(s), mast and boom blanks, mast step, daggerboard, rudder, tiller, blocks and hardware. visit clcboats.com/passagemakerdinghy

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Balanced Lug

Gunter Sloop

Passagemaker Dinghy: Eric & Linda Mihata sailing Timothy Lake, OR

Tenderly Dinghy Just a few years ago, if you wanted a traditional stem dinghy that looks like a British day boat from the 1920s, you were stuck building it over a mold using complex techniques. Instead, it’s possible to assemble Tenderly’s hull in about 50 hours. Total build time, including the finish, is around 200 hours. Rigged with a large, efficient balanced lug sail, she’s sporty and responsive on all points. She also rows well with one, two, or three passengers, and moves nicely with a 2hp outboard. Wood-epoxy composite construction ensures rugged durability.

My 21-year-old son has dreamed of sailing since he was a boy. In June 2017 we bought a base Tenderly boat kit and made many great memories building it together. This summer we purchased the sailing kit...Jack’s dream of sailing finally came to fruition. Thank you for a wonderful project we will both cherish forever.

10' x 52", 130 lbs, 425 lb max capacity

The basic hull weighs just over 100 pounds, making it heavier than its cousins the Eastport Pram and Passagemaker. The weight is average for a dinghy of this size, shape, and displacement. By increasing the beam and displacement a bit, we’ve made Tenderly a lot more practical as a working dinghy. The combination of nice lines and ample stability results in a terrific little sailing boat. There’s plenty of sprawling room for two adults or a bunch of kids. The boat is fast and stiff and in general a joy to sail. Not all builders will sail the boat, as it rows and powers with grace, but the base kit includes the daggerboard trunk and mast step to make the conversion easy if desired. “Spacered inwales,” solid timber breasthooks, and quarter knees are standard in Tenderly kits, among other upscale features. Traditional floorboards are an option, doubtless a very popular one.

Balanced Lug

Base Kit Includes: Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, hardwood outwales, “spacered” inwales, trim strake and breasthooks, okoume floorboards, epoxy, fiberglass, one pair of bronze oarlocks and sockets, hardware, centerboard trunk and mast steps, so you’re ready to convert to sailing immediately if desired. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual for all options.

 Estimated Build Time - 200 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area (yawl): 95 sq.ft. | Sail Area (single lug): 79 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 6" | Draft (board down): 30" Contents: Premium Dacron sail(s), mast, boom, yard blanks, centerboard blade, kick-up rudder, tiller, and hardware including blocks for rigging. visit clcboats.com/tenderly

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13' 5" x 52", 160 lbs, 650 lb max capacity

Lighthouse Tender Peapod This design is modeled on the “peapods” indigenous to Maine. “Peapod” is a somewhat amorphous term for a double-ended rowing-sailing boat, used for inshore lobstering, fishing, and general utility such as tending lighthouses. Thus the design name: Lighthouse Tender. Peapods are stable enough to allow the crew to stand and retrieve heavy lobster pots over the side. Rowing qualities are central to the design, but sailing rigs were added whenever much distance needed to be covered. Stable and easily driven, they make fine sailboats. Here is all of the Maine peapod’s subtlety of shape and character synthesized into a kit that can be built easily using stitch-and-glue techniques, without a complicated mold or complex joinery. The Lighthouse Tender rows easily with up to three adults. Sailing qualities, with either single- or twin-masted rigs, are sublime, upwind and down. It’s stable and, like its traditional forebears, carries a heavy load. Though the Lighthouse Tender is 18" shorter than the Skerry, its payload is 45% larger, at 650lbs.

Yawl

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Lighthouse Tender Peapod

Skerry with Sprit Sailing Rig

Skerry Boats that both row and sail equally well are viciously hard to draw. Sailing and rowing each require many features that are mutually exclusive. The Skerry manages it. She sails as well as any boat in this size and weight class, but you can row her all day. While technically a Swampscott dory, the Skerry recalls many features of Scandinavian double-enders, especially in the flared sides, narrow bottom, and lapstrake planking. (In old Norse, “skerry” referred to a “small boat for two.”) Her skinny waterline means that she glides along under oars, but when heeled under sail she gains stability quickly. Driven hard in rough conditions, the Skerry dances with joy. Capsizes are very rare.

Skerry: Emmanuel Conrath, Brittany, France

15' x 54", 95 lbs, 450 lb max capacity

Three rigs are available, from the simple Norse sprit sail to a sloop that turns the Skerry into something like a racing dinghy. Three-quarters of the builders choose the balanced lug, a great combination of performance and convenience.

Skerry build “Miss Minerva” completed by a 64-year-old retiree in late June 2020: "Rows like a dream, sails fast. Most fun I’ve had on the water since Boy Scout camp in the 1960’s!" –Chris A., Southold, NY

 Estimated Build Time - 100-120 hours Sailing Component Kit Sail Area (sprit): 56 sq.ft. | Sail Area (balanced lug): 62 sq.ft. | Sail Area (sloop): 78 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 5" | Draft (board down): 30" Contents Premium Dacron sail(s), mast, boom, and sprit blanks, mast step, daggerboard, rudder, tiller, blocks, and hardware. Sprit

Balanced Lug

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Jimmy Skiff II A fine skiff to take you here, there, and everywhere: that’s the Jimmy Skiff II. Twenty years of producing the 1998-era Jimmy Skiff taught us a few things, including that rowing and sailing qualities are oh-so-nice, but an option for an outboard engine is always first on everyone’s list.

13'2" x 52", 150 lbs, 525 lb max capacity

There was a long gestation, but we pulled it off. The Jimmy Skiff II rows great, sails great, and has pleasant qualities under outboard power. Though the same length and beam as the first Jimmy Skiff, the new boat is faster, more stable, and carries a larger payload, over 500 pounds. Instead of sitting on the floor, you have bench seating. The benches, by the way, conceal ample flotation to exceed Coast Guard requirements for buoyancy in a powered vessel. Those looking for a super-versatile utility skiff will be hard-pressed to find a better design.

Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, hardwood rails, breasthook and quarter knees, epoxy, fiberglass, one pair of bronze oarlocks and sockets, hardware, daggerboard trunk and the mast step, so you’re ready to convert to sailing immediately if desired. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 120-150 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area (Leg o' Mutton): 68 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 4" | Draft (board down): 24" Contents: Premium Dacron sail, kick-up rudder, tiller, mast and sprit blanks, and hardware including blocks for running rigging. visit clcboats.com/js2

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"Leg o' Mutton" Rig

Jimmy Skiff II

Northeaster Dory Today a family looking for casual recreation on the water might buy a Boston Whaler. A hundred years ago they would have bought a dory like this. Dories are an essentially American creation, developed as working craft, famous for long-line fishing in all conditions, then evolving into recreational craft around the turn of the last century. Dories were, and are, a lot of boat for the money. They carry big loads despite their compact size, even in rough waters. They're quick and inexpensive to build. The Northeaster Dory is a 21st-century interpretation of the “Nahant Dory” from John Gardner’s excellent historical text, The Dory Book. Instead of sawn planks and rivets, marine plywood is CNC-machined and glued together using our LapStitchTM scheme. The hull is assembled in two days. Layers of epoxy and fiberglass add strength and durability.

17' x 56", 100 lbs, 800 lb max capacity

Northeaster Dories have earned a reputation as reliable expedition craft. They’ve been rowed to Alaska, won their class in 300-mile Watertribe races, and camp-cruised in Maine. A handy and fast sailboat, the Northeaster Dory also rows with the best of its type as a single or as a tandem. Many are used in rowing club fleets for training and racing.

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Give me just one boat, and it’d have to be the Northeaster Dory. It weighs less than a Sunfish but will haul 800 pounds. For banging around with the family aboard, the Northeaster Dory offers versatility and economy. Looks nice, too.

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Base Kit Includes: Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, hardwood rails, thwarts, epoxy, fiberglass, one pair of bronze oarlocks and sockets, and hardware. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual.

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Sailing Specs: Sail Area (balanced lug): 62 sq.ft. | Sail Area (sloop): 68 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 5" | Draft (board down): 24" Contents: Premium Dacron sail(s), mast, boom, mast step, daggerboard trunk, daggerboard, tiller, blocks, and hardware. visit clcboats.com/dory

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Southwester Dory After years of requests for a Northeaster Dory with an outboard engine, I finally did something about it. Tweaking the hull shape to handle the additional load and fitting positive flotation consistent with US Coast Guard rules resulted in a stretch from 17'0" to 19' 8".

18'10" x 62", 250 lbs, 800 lb max capacity

While payloads are similar to its smaller and simpler sister, the Southwester Dory is a much more expedition-ready boat. Fitted with a boom tent, two can sleep on the bench seats amidships. There is vast watertight storage for gear fore and aft. A proper pivoting centerboard allows you to sail blithely across the shoals. With its cat-yawl rig the Southwester Dory is fast and weatherly, a terrific daysailer or beach-cruiser. The outboard is mounted in a sturdy watertight well amidships, convenient to the skipper. (The outboard kicks up and the aperture is sealed for a clean bottom while sailing. For that matter, the outboard well is an optional standalone module; sailors and rowers don’t have to install it.) Leave the rig ashore and fit a canvas bimini, and the Southwester Dory becomes a classy motor-launch. The Southwester Dory’s efficient, slippery hull and one of the new generation of electric outboards make a killer combination.

The design is exactly as described and went together with a precision that speaks very well to your commitment to craft. –Gene S., Boca Raton, FL Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, hardwood rails and trim, thwart, fiberglass and epoxy kit, plus hardware including one set of oarlocks and sockets. All kits include a complete step-by-step instruction manual for all options.

 Estimated Build Time - 250 hours Sailing Component Kit Sail Area: 107 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 7" | Draft (board down): 36"

Contents Premium Dacron main sail and mizzen, centerboard assembly kick-up rudder, tiller, mast and boom blanks, and hardware including blocks for running rigging. visit clcboats.com/southwesterdory

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Lug Yawl

PocketShip

14' 10" x 75", 800 lbs, 1600 lb max capacity

Waterfront homes average about $150/square foot in the US as of this writing. If you have your own mobile patch of waterfront in the form of a trailerable pocket cruiser, million-dollar views are yours at a steep discount. If you have the ambition to sail over the horizon but a budget that keeps you home, a PocketShip stashed in the garage is your ticket. Exactly fourteen years ago the first PocketShip emerged from the building shed. There had been no market research, no polls, no focus groups; it was simply a boat I wanted for myself. She was designed to weigh no more on the trailer than my 4-cylinder Honda could tow, and to have a roomy cockpit and cabin. Above all she was to handle well. REALLY well. PocketShip #1 has been sailed hard and is one of the rare designs I feel no impulse to improve. She’ll claw to windward when it’s blowing old boots, but ghosts along on a zephyr so happily that I rarely ship the outboard engine. With four adults in the cockpit (a payload I never anticipated) she seems to brush off physics and boils ahead, often embarrassing larger boats. In the presence of witnesses she has reeled off seven knots, a speed/length ratio of almost 2.0. The amount of sprawling room both in the cabin and on deck is unusual for boats this size. By my count there are 17 comfortable places on PocketShip for a tall adult to sit. It’s a commitment to build a boat of this displacement. Beginners should proceed with caution. Those who persevere will soon be off cruising for a lot less than $150/square foot.

Base Kit Includes: Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume hull panels, bulkheads, decks, keel, rudder, center-board, and a building cradle. The transom is cut from dark sapele marine plywood. Computer-cut patterns for most solid timber parts are included. 15 gallons of epoxy, assorted thickeners, fiberglass cloth and tape, and a 280-page manual. Solid timber parts (spars, rails, stringers), lead ballast, hardware, rigging, and sails are not included in the base hull kit. See our website for all of the available kit packages.

 Estimated Build Time - 650 hours Sail Specifications: Mainsail 109 sq.ft. | Jib 39 sq.ft. | Draft (board up) 16" | Draft (board down) 36" visit clcboats.com/pocketship

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CLC Teardrop Camper

CLC Teardrop Camper w/o ICC: 8' 1/4" x 66" x 45", 176 lbs

As cars get smaller, storage space more expensive, and recreational time more precious, a new appreciation is growing for the efficiency of really good teardrop campers. Teardrop campers are intended to be a big step up from tent camping, not miniature Winnebagos. Imagine pulling up to your campsite, and instead of wrestling with tent poles, you open the door, climb in, and you’re lulled Galley Module to sleep by the pattering of the rain on the roof and the gentle hum of the ventilation fans. The idea of a build-it-yourself minimalist camper is not new. I’ve seen articles about buildit-yourself teardrops as far back as the 1930’s. Noting that many resemble upside-down boats, it wasn’t much of a leap to design a sleek and lightweight teardrop that makes use of computer-cut kit technology and modern wood-epoxy assembly techniques. Everything clicked. As of 2021, we’ve shipped 700 Teardrop Camper kits. The CLC Teardrop Camper is designed around a 60" x 80" queen-sized camping mattress. Two tall adults may sprawl with ease in the airy cabin. Headroom is 41", so you’ll wait out nasty weather propped up with a good book and tunes on the stereo, enjoying the view out the big acrylic windows while five vents keep air moving.

panels assembled in the female mold

full-sized plans

The project proved to be easier than I thought for variety of reasons among which are your extremely detailed manual and very precise cuts on all the parts. I was quite amazed at how perfect everything fit continually throughout the building process. – Radoslav S., Fredericksburg, VA

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designed specifically for the Teardrop. On this trailer, the all-up weight with typical outfitting is around 550 pounds. It tows so lightly that the effect on gas mileage is negligible. When the prototype was towed to Texas and back behind a 2008 Honda Fit, 31mpg or better was observed.

Integrated Cargo Carrier Kit or Plans

Other options include a cargo container fitted beneath the Teardrop (above), a storage box on the trailer tongue, a galley cabinet module, an interior liner, and a roof rack system for carrying boats, bikes, and gear.

Teardrop interior: Waterlust

Astern under the hatchback is the galley (or kitchen, for landsmen). With lots of storage and space for a stove and other essentials, this is another giant leap up from a tent. There's room for a 12-volt battery to run lights and fans while off the grid. We put a solar panel on ours, which keeps the battery topped up for a weekend, as well as an inverter for when plug-in power is available. The CLC Teardrop Camper is intended for amateur builders. Exhaustive efforts were taken with the documentation so that folks working with epoxy and fiberglass for the first time can plunge in with confidence. Computer-cut marine plywood parts are dropped into a simple building jig, stitched together with copper wire stitches, then reinforced at the seams with epoxy. Two layers of fiberglass on the exterior ensure a tough, durable finish that can handle gravel thrown at highway speeds. Assembly time averages around 250 hours, depending on the level of outfitting and how shiny you want the finish. Some are painted, lit with inexpensive lanterns, and carry a boombox for tunes. Others we’ve seen are varnished all around and sport flat-screen TVs and a refrigerated storage box. The trailer isn’t included in the basic kit. We designed the CLC Teardrop Camper to fit on just about any small trailer, whether it’s a cheap mail-order flatbed or an old boat trailer. We offer an aluminum trailer

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Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, Slot-together CNC-cut plywood mold, fiberglass, epoxy kit, copper wire, acrylic windows, door and galley hatch hinges, gasket material for doors and galley hatch, hatch lift pistons and hardware, door and galley hatch latch assemblies, bezel for roof hatch, standard fit-kit for trailers, spiral-bound illustrated step-by-step assembly manual.

 Estimated Build Time - 250 hours Trailex SUT-1000-CLC Flatbed Trailer Kit Custom lightweight aluminum flatbed trailer designed specifically for the CLC Teardrop Camper. Standard 8" wheels; Optional 12" wheels. Integrated Cargo Carrier Computer-cut, slot-together BS1088 okoume module includes epoxy, fiberglass, and hardware for drawers and lockers. May be retrofitted, and adds more than 20 cubic feet of wet or dry stowage. Galley Module Computer-cut, slot-together BS1088 okoume and sapele parts for a stand-alone assembly of shelves and cubbies that may be added to the Teardrop Camper’s galley. Galley module has compartments for a 12-volt battery, space for an electrical panel, room for a pair of stereo speakers, and more. Storage Box Computer-cut and -drilled BS1088 okoume parts for a 7.5 cubic-foot self-draining storage box, elegantly proportioned to match the mothership. Fits a typical 48-quart cooler and comes with a sturdy hasp for locking. visit clcboats.com/teardrop

Yvette & Brad Wungluck

Anna Lowenthal Walsh, Fenske Lake, MN Chris & Marjie Stevens, Swallow Falls Campground, MD

Anna Lowenthal Walsh, Fenske Lake, MN Vic Ericson, Olympic National Park, WA

Walker Cammack, Moab, Utah Chuck Buck

Timothy Kwasny, Maiden voyage to New Mexico

Kevin Lewis , Great Smoky Mountains, near Gatlinburg, TN

David Brough

Sophisticated Designs for Sophisticated Builders Over the last 25 years, CLC's design team have created, or been commissioned to create, larger and/or more complex boat designs. The boats in this portfolio have a variety of backstories and range from the tiny Nesting Expedition Dinghy to the 31-foot proa Madness. Since these designs are often well-documented in the press, we get many requests for plans and kits. The dilemma: many of these boats don't fall in with CLC's principles of easy-and-affordable-to-build boats. A dilemma! At length we settled upon a solution: For this fleet of designs, we would bring the plans and documentation up to a level of detail that meets or exceeds current standards of wooden boat plans. It took us several years. A combination of detailed architectural drawings, illustrated assembly guides, and full-sized patterns ensure that boatbuilders comfortable reading plans have all the information they need to build boats in our ProKit series. All of the boats in our ProKit collection are finished designs and have been tested extensively, often with multiple prototypes. Some will eventually acquire extensive assembly manuals, and thus graduate into CLC's main repertory. Meanwhile, those comfortable with wood-epoxy boatbuilding and working from drawings will find some real gems here..

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Outrigger Junior Designed in 2003 for a proposed youth sailing program that never gelled, plans for this lively 15-foot sailing machine languished for nearly a decade before being revived and updated for the 2013 launch of a pair of prototypes.

15' 5" x 144", 260 lbs, 450 lb max capacity

The Outrigger Junior is best described as a “Tahitian Outrigger,” which is to say a finely proportioned sailing canoe that’s asymmetrical, but that tacks conventionally. The famous Malibu Outrigger of the 1950’s and 1960’s is a major influence, but the Outrigger Junior is a more sophisticated and modern design. Docile to handle yet lightning quick, the Outrigger Junior is outrageous good fun on the water. The outrigger layout enjoys many engineering advantages. It’s lighter and less work to build compared to a catamaran of the same size and payload, yet the outrigger has more righting moment. This means more speed for less money. Lots and lots and lots of speed. Even with the outrigger layout’s economy, there’s quite a bit of boat to build. We’ve made it as easy as we can with a well-tested, tight-fitting kit, or full-sized plans and patterns. We offer several separate packages–hulls, rig, etc.–that plans or kit builders can purchase in any combination to suit their budget. Count on about 250 hours to put one of these together, followed by endless curiosity, admiration, and jealousy at the beach.

Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, bulkheads & webs, mast step, centerboard trunk, aka & bench parts, fiberglass, hardware. Includes a detailed builder's guide and plans. You’ll need the Sailing Kit, Running Rigging Package and Line (not included in the kit).

 Estimated Build Time - 250 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area: 165 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 5" | Draft (board down): 30" Sailing Component Kit Includes Mast, boom, yard, centerboard, rudder, tiller, and lateen sail. visit clcboats.com/oj

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18' 7" x 72", 600 lbs, 900 lb max capacity

The Guider John Guider has covered more than 10,000 miles in open boats, 8000 of them in the original Skerry Raid. In 2019 he returned for a new boat, this time to run in the Race to Alaska. In his honor we named the new design "The Guider." Compared to the original Skerry Raid (a modified, decked-in Skerry) that John Guider sailed and rowed around the Great Loop (and beyond), the new boat is bigger (18'7" versus 15') and heavier. The design brief included more storage, room to sleep aboard in comfort, and the ability to push the boat harder in rough and windy conditions. While the Guider is fast and handy under sail and oar, there's an emphasis on safety and camp-cruising comfort. There's plenty of room for two adults to sleep in the 6'6" long cockpit. This is a battle-tested design with a striking turn of speed under sail and oar, perfect for the expedition-racing scene.

Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled okoume marine plywood parts, hardwood outwales, carlins, trunk spacers, a watertight foredeck hatch and deck plates, epoxy kit, stainless steel fasteners and copper wire, and fiberglass for the hull and deck. Base kits include the centerboard trunk, rudder trunk, and mast step. Includes a detailed builder's guide.

 Estimated Build Time - 300 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area: 125 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 9" | Draft (board down): 36" Sailing Component Kit Contents CNC-cut 6061-T6 aluminum centerboard blade and complete balanced rudder assembly, which comprises CNC-cut parts for a rudder cassette, stainless steel shaft, CNC-cut airfoil rudder blade sections, a mahogany tiller, and stainless steel fasteners and tangs. This option includes staves for the hollow mast, timber blanks for the yard and boom, shaping templates for the spars, and a white sail professionally-cut from Dacron. Two rows of reef points are standard. Other sail colors are available. visit clcboats.com/guider

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Waterlust Sailing Canoe

17' x 36", 115 lbs, 400 lb max capacity

This sailing canoe was drawn by Dillon Majoros for Waterlust, a watersports marketing outfit. The design takes its cues from classic sailing canoes of the late 19th century. Dillon has added a higher volume hull with fuller ends for increased carrying capacity, stability, and performance under sail. The hull design includes watertight compartments fore and aft, watertight storage forward of the cockpit, and stowage bins port and starboard in the cockpit that double as support rails for the seat. The cockpit extends under the aft deck, and may be used as a sleeping berth for the crew. The boat is powered by a yawl rig, which is traditional to the type and easy to manage, too. Among the more unique features of the design is an integrated Hobie Mirage Drive™ for auxiliary power. This drops into a trunk in the cockpit. Waterlust Sailing Canoes build quickly and inexpensively. Most are sailed in the traditional "canoe yawl" fashion, but the optional outriggers will appeal to sailors with less skill or rough itineraries.

Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, milled timber for the stringers and trim, copper wire, rails, hatch parts, rudder parts, centerboard trunk, drive trunk parts, epoxy, fiberglass, and hardware. Includes a detailed builder's guide.

 Estimated Build Time - 160 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area (lug yawl): 62 sq.ft. | Sail Area (mizzen): 19 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 4" | Draft (board down): 32" Sailing Component Kit Contents Premium Dacron sails, masts, daggerboard, rudder, and six spars. Hardware sold separately. Outrigger Package Base Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, spar timber, and daggerboard. Includes a (separate) detailed builder's guide.

 Estimated Build Time - 80-120 hours visit clcboats.com/waterlustsailingcanoe

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30' 8" x 240", 1400 lbs, 950 lb payload

Madness 31ft Pacific Proa Madness is John Harris's lightweight “Pacific” or windward proa, intended for fast cruising with two adults or daysailing with four. With a payload of just under 1000lbs, the pocket-cruiser accommodations are ideal for an adventurous couple intent on coastal cruising or island-hopping at multihull speeds. Madness has clocked sustained speeds of 20 knots. Madness was inspired by the work of proa guru Russell Brown, who also consulted on the design. The design brief was for an elegant, inexpensive, and relatively easy-to-build multihull for fast cruising. Much care was taken to simplify construction, making this stitch-and-glue design more accessible to the home builder than anything capable of the same speeds. As of this writing, five beautifully-rendered examples are sailing.

Hull Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume plywood parts, and a detailed plans package.

 Estimated Build Time - 1500 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area: 364 sq.ft. | Draft (boards down): 43" visit clcboats.com/madness

Skerry Raid 14' 11" x 60", 140 lbs, 500 lb max capacity

Six inches wider than the stock Skerry, this variation has a deck, with watertight stowage fore and aft. A pivoting centerboard replaces the standard model’s daggerboard. In skilled hands this is an expedition boat fit for a wide range of conditions, from open water crossings to placid creek-crawling. John Guider sailed the prototype something like 8000 miles.

Hull Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume parts, shear clamps and rails, centerboard and rudder assemblies, and epoxy and fiberglass. Sail(s), spars, and sailing hardware not included.

 Estimated Build Time - 150 hours Sailing Specifications Sail Area: 73 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 6" | Draft (board down): 32" visit clcboats.com/skerryraid

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Mbuli Pacific Proa

20' x 144", 450 lbs, 450 lb payload

John Harris designed and built this Pacific proa at CLC in 2000. Mbuli (pronounced em-BOO-lee) is a lightweight beachcruiser, easy to build, capable of carrying one or two people around protected waters at 10 knots. Quite a few have been built around the world. Fortunately, only Hull #1 sported the massive wing masts, which proved unruly and nearly impossible to tame. In 2019 we revisited the design. While no changes were made to the proa, we spent a lot of time increasing the level of detail in the plans, making this simple boat more accessible to the average builder.

Hull Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume plywood hull parts and detailed plans.

 Estimated Build Time - 500 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area 192 sq.ft. | Draft (boards up): 12" | Draft (boards down): 30" Sailing Component Kit Contents Please inquire. visit clcboats.com/mubli

Nesting Expedition Dinghy

10' 6" x 42", 150 lbs, 400 lb max capacity

This cruising dinghy is intended for people who like exploring in small boats but don’t have a big shop or storage space. Designer John Harris calculated the smallest possible footprint for a boat that would sail and row well, allow a single person to sleep aboard, and carry a week’s worth of supplies. This water-ballasted 10'6" hull sails well on all points, and athletic skippers can manage rough coastal conditions. The bow and stern can be unbolted to store in the center section for storage, or shipment to exotic locales.

Hull Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume plywood parts, and a detailed plans package.

 Estimated Build Time - 250 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area: 85 sq.ft. | Draft (boards up): 7" | Draft (boards down): 31"

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18' 5" x 60", 1500 lbs, 2200 lb payload

Autumn Leaves Autumn Leaves is John Harris’s riff on the century-old "canoe yawl" theme. The classical canoe yawl, more of a small boat cruising philosophy than a specific boat type, emphasized self-sufficiency and sailing qualities. A good canoe yawl should be capable of coastal cruising, and handy enough under sail that an engine is not missed. Autumn Leaves is straightforward and cost-effective for amateur construction. Several are sailing now and have proven to be stiff and handy under sail. Weighing about 1500lbs on the trailer, she tows easily behind medium-sized cars.

Hull Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume plywood hull parts, acrylic windows, and a detailed builder's guide.

 Estimated Build Time - 650 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area 187 sq.ft. | Draft (boards up): 8" | Draft (boards down): 37" Also available: Timber Package, Fiberglass and Epoxy Package. Please inquire. visit clcboats.com/autumnleaves

Faering Cruiser 17' x 56", 100 lbs, 800 lb max capacity

This started as a design commission for a sleek singlehander that could be sailed, or rowed with a sliding seat. We adapted the slippery shape of a Norwegian faering as the best fit for that combination. To accommodate a sleeping cabin, the cockpit is in the center above a water ballast tank. The Faering Cruiser was commissioned as a singlehander, though two adults may daysail in comfort. Intended for coastal work, this is a great step up in comfort for someone who has been camping out of a kayak or dinghy.

Hull Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume plywood parts, timber for rails, stringers, rudder and centerboard, epoxy and fiberglass. Includes a detailed plans set.

 Estimated Build Time - 650 hours Sailing Specs: Sail Area: 125 sq.ft. | Draft (board up): 8" | Draft (board down): 36" visit clcboats.com/faering

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Whitby Pilot Gig

32' x 58", 725 lbs, 1600 lb max capacity

The Whitby Fisherman’s Amateur Rowing Club commissioned this stitch-and-glue rendition of a traditional six-oared Cornish pilot gig. The design of these fast rowing boats dates well back into the 19th century. No one has ever tried a stitch-and-glue Cornish pilot gig, and at 32 feet long it’s certainly among the largest quick-assembly stitch-and-glue projects out there. The beautiful lines of the original gigs are preserved; from a boat-length away, the composite construction is invisible. With LapStitch™ construction, very little in the way of a mold is needed, just a few cradles during the hull assembly operation. Ten structural bulkheads add great stiffness to the hull and support a variety of fixed-seat rowing geometries, depending on the racing ambitions of the crew. Whitby Pilot Gigs built on both sides of the Atlantic are proven race-winners.

Hull Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled BS1088 okoume plywood parts, timber, epoxy, fiberglass, and hardware. Includes

detailed drawings.

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Team Dory

23' 9" x 56", 210 lbs, 1000 lb max capacity

In 2012 we built the first 23'9" CLC Team Dory with a group of volunteers from the Independence Seaport Museum in Philadelphia. Many more have been built, and the feedback has been uniformly positive. Shown here fitted as a "coxed pair," seating also accommodates four rowers and a coxswain. Max crew weight is about 900lbs. The CLC Team Dory is easy to build. A team of volunteers can build the hull in about 50 hours, plus a couple weeks of part-time sanding and finishing. Total build time of 120-150 hours, easy construction, and a kit cost of roughly $3,500 make this an accessible and versatile fleet trainer.

Complete Kit Includes Computer-cut and drilled plywood parts, timber, epoxy, fiberglass, and hardware, and a step-by-step illustrated building manual. Also included are full-sized templates for 10'6" sweeps and oar building instructions.

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Rhode Runner CLC Runabout 1950s-era runabouts have looks–and performance–that never age. We wanted one for ourselves, so we designed this small runabout with a nod to the classics. It was also an opportunity to apply what we’ve learned about prefabricated stitch-and-glue boatbuilding to the complex (and beautiful) hull shapes of the past. This perky 14'9" runabout was the result. 14' 9" x 5' 5", -350 lbs, 25hp outboard, 12 US gal fuel capacity, seats 4 adults, 1000 lb max capacity

A 25hp outboard (max) yields a top speed around 24mph. The boat doesn’t skid in turns, is well behaved in general, and is not much slowed by a crew of three adults. The name “Rhode Runner” references the nearby Rhode River, site of decades of CLC prototype launches, photo shoots, and small boat shenanigans. For now, the Rhode Runner will be sold as a CLC ProKit, suitable for confident builders with a couple of stitch-and-glue boats under their belts.

Base Kit Includes Computer-cut BS1088 okoume marine plywood, all holes pre-drilled and frames located by mortises,complete epoxy and fiberglass kit, and basic hull assembly hardware. Includes a detailed builder's guide.

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CLC Scale Model Kits Want to get a feel for how CLC boats go together? A scale model kit is great as a gift, a winter project, or a handsome decoration for the mantelpiece to complement the fleet in the garage. We've maintained absolute scale fidelity to the full-sized designs; these look and assemble just like the real thing, but in only about 10 hours, without fiddling with fiberglass.

Northeaster Dory Scale Model One-eighth scale, 25-1/2" long. Laser-cut plywood parts, copper wire for stitching, stock for rails, blanks for mast and boom, display cradle, sailcloth for sails. Complete assembly instructions included.

Simple Model Dory Ultra-simple model project, developed to teach basic epoxy and stitch-and-glue skills. 24" long. Great for adults OR kids! Floats. Epoxy not included.

Skerry Scale Model One-eighth scale, 23-1/8" long. Laser-cut plywood parts, copper wire for stitching, stock for rails, blanks for mast and boom, display cradle, sailcloth for sails. Complete assembly instructions included. Annapolis Wherry Scale Model One-eighth scale, 26-5/8" long. Laser-cut plywood parts, copper wire for stitching, stock for rails, rowing unit components, oars, a display cradle, and extensive instructions.

Northeaster Dory Scale Model

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Skerry Scale Model

Annapolis Wherry Scale Model

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Independence R/C Sailboat Kit A powerful and responsive sailing model, the Independence utilizes the same pre-cut plywood panels and stitch and glue construction as our other kits. Add some straightforward, inexpensive remote control technology and you're off, sailing solo or fleet racing with friends.

Joost Meulenbroek, Hengelo Netherlands

Independence R/C Sailboat Kit 48-inch long R/C sailing model includes computer-cut plywood parts, mast and boom, and timber parts, plans and instructions. Hardware, keel bulb, and radio controls sold separately.

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MAS ArtPro Project Pack ArtPro is an easy-to-use, low viscosity system that provides an extended working time, allowing users to create beautiful, high gloss pieces of resin art. For use with pigment powders, alcohol ink and acrylic paints to create a wide range of effects. Using ArtPro epoxy

Art Pro Epoxy Kit 1 quart of Art Pro part A resin with 1 quart of Art Pro Part B hardener. Resin Art Pro Epoxy Kit Includes 1 CNC-cut Okoume shape, 1 Art Pro Epoxy kit (2qt kit), 2 mixing cups (qt), 2 mixing cups (pint), 4 foam brushes (2"), 3 pairs of Disposable Nitrile Gloves, and 2 Plastic Epoxy Spreaders.

Mermaid project pack

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Finished mermaid

CLC Toolbox Kit Finished Tool Box dimensions: 25" x 10" (approx. 9" tall)

The CLC Tool Box is the boatbuilder's interpretation of the classic "tab-and-slot" type, favored by woodworkers for its ease of assembly and flexibility. As the name suggests, the tool box goes together with mortise-and-tenon joints, with two locking "keys" to hold the whole assembly together. And since it's made of premium marine-grade plywood, just like our boat and camper kits, the CLC Tool Box is rigid and durable. How you finish your tool box is up to you. Either tab the parts together and call it a day, or coat the assembly with epoxy and varnish it for extra durability. Stain it or paint it if you'd like! Aside from serving as an excellent organizer for your boatbuilding tools, the CLC Tool Box is a great introduction to plywood kit construction.

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Wherry Hull Drawing Longsleeve T-Shirt These ash colored t-shirts feature a line drawing of the Annapolis Wherry hull and Chesapeake Light Craft logotype, in Crimson. Sizes: S–M–L–XL–XXL.

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CLC Hooded Sweatshirt A heavyweight hooded sweatshirt branded with CLC’s recognizable paddler logo. Made with a 50/50 polyester/cotton blend, this sweatshirt is perfect for the CLC boatbuilder. Your choice of Heather Gray with the logo in Dark Blue, or Navy with the logo in Cyan. Sizes: M–L–XL–XXL.

CLC Block Logo Longsleeve T-Shirt "The Best Boats You can Build" tagline on the front across the chest and the CLC official logo across the back in Red and Blue. Sizes: S-M-L-XL-XXL.

30th Anniversary T-Shirt CLC official logo on the front right chest, with a larger Anniversary logo centered on the back. White shirt with Red and Blue lines. Available in short and longsleeve. Sizes: S–M–L–XL–XXL.

Retro CLC Paddler Logo T-Shirt Turn back the clock with our Retro CLC Paddler Logo Tee. Shirt is Navy with White lines. Sizes: S–M–L–XL–XXL.

Kaholo SUP T-Shirt A Black shirt with Kaholo SUP logo in Yellow. Sizes: S-M-L-XL-XXL.

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"This is Your Brain on Boatbuilding" T-Shirt An Army Green shirt with Yellow lines. Sizes: S-M-L-XL-XXL.

Skerry 3D T-Shirt 2D lines on the front and a large 3D rendering on the back. Shirt is Navy with White lines. Sizes: S–M–L–XL–XXL.

Maryland Flag Paddler T-shirt. This shirt flaunts Chesapeake Light Craft's Annapolis, Maryland heritage on a vintage shirt. Sizes: Men's S–M–L–XL–XXL, Women's V-neck XS–S–M–L.

Wherries 3D T-Shirt Featuring line drawings of CLC’s three wherries; 2D lines on the front and large 3D renderings on the back. Garnet with White lines. Sizes: Men's S–M–L–XL–XXL, Women's V-neck XS–S–M–L.

Northeaster Dory T-Shirt 2D lines on the front, with a large sail plan drawing on the back. Shirt is Blue with White lines Sizes: S–M–L–XL–XXL.

Passagemaker Dinghy 3D T-Shirt 2D lines on the front and a large 3D rendering on the back. Light Heather shirt with Navy Blue lines. Sizes: S–M–L–XL–XXL.

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How to Build Chesapeake Light Craft’s

Choose from a fine selection of boat-building books covering stitch-and-glue and cedar strip-planking techniques. We also have a nice collection of regional kayaking guides and sea kayaking books by experts like Derek Hutchinson and Brent Reitz.

Reeds Knot Handbook By Jim Whippy. 128 pages.

The Strip-Built Sea Kayak By Nick Schade. 202 pages.

Building Strip-Planked Boats By Nick Schade. 280 pages.

How to Build Your Own OARS

Traditional Wooden Oars

Greenland Paddle Step-by-Step Nystrom has compiled an excellent Green-land paddle building manual. Profusely illustrated and with clear and concise instructions, anyone with woodworking tools can build a Greenland paddle from this book.

8/2011

$29.95

Build Your Own Oars Manual This book contains highly detailed drawings for oars in sizes from 6'0" to 9'6", step-by-step construction photos and diagrams with captions, guide to selecting timber, and finishing instructions. Full-Size templates and patterns available.

CLC Ball Cap These are traditional baseball caps featuring the retro CLC Paddler logo front and center. Colors: Charcoal Digital Camo, Navy Blue, Khaki, Burgundy, Indigo, Charcoal and Sky Blue (not shown).

Waterproof Trekking Socks Sizes: S-M-L-XL.

Waterproof ThermFit Gloves Sizes: S-M-L.

Waterproof & Breathable Beanie Hat This Beanie features a 100% acrylic outer shell to shed water. The Porelle® interlining membrane is incredibly waterproof, yet breathable. The inner layer utilizes a fine, micro fleece that is soft to the touch and provides incredible warmth. One size fits all. 80 |

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CLC Branded Mesh Back Trucker Cap An adjustable 6-panel design with a slightly curved visor and a low crown. The cap features the Annapolis Wherry hull drawing, which is embroidered on a woven label and stitched to the face of the cap. Available in 4 vibrant color variations.

Wear your heart on your sleeve. Or our logo on your hat, bag, apron, or whatever. We have a lot of new items to show you’re part of Team CLC, even when you’re miles from the water and your boat is beached!

Canvas Sun & Rain Hat Grab this bucket hat made of 100% cotton canvas to take on your outdoor adventures -- or a trip to town -- in style. A functional yet fashionable hat to add to your head-wear wardrobe. Perfect for travel - hat may be folded and rolled to fit inside purse, beach bag or suitcase.

CLC Woven Builders Logo Patch Embroidered cloth patch bearing the CLC logo. Perfect to add to a jacket, hat, or what have you.

CLC Woven Paddler Logo Patch Embroidered cloth patch bearing the CLC “paddler” logo. Perfect to add to a jacket, hat, or what have you.

CLC Branded Bucket Tote Canvas buckets were invented and used by the sailors and explorers who discovered America. Made from scraps of pre-shrunken sail cloth with rope sewn into the rim to hold the top open. These handy helpers still stand ready to offer an open helping hand to hold everything from harvested fruit to small machine parts. They’ll even hold ice and cold water to cool down drinks on hot summer days. 3 gallons, 10" x 10". CLC Boatbuilder’s Apron Protect your clothing from epoxy, paint and more! 18 once natural duck canvas branded with our builder logo in Dark Blue ink. Waist strap is 36".

CLC Branded Tote No matter where you go, these quality totes will travel in style and protect your most treasured belongings. Made from 21 ounce, 100% cotton, these quality bags are beautifully finished inside and out. Special features include a inside zippered compartment for wallets and valuables, and a key fob which keeps your house and car keys in easy reach.

Canvas Rigger’s Tool Bag is a heavy duty, 24 oz. canvas bag with leather trim, ideal for DIY boatbuilders. Vertical stitching and 24 oz. 100% cotton canvas gives this bag its “Standup Straight Posture” which puts your tools in easy reach. A no-metal frame means no scratches on floors, furniture, boat decks, etc.

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Paddling Gear A dry, comfortable boat is a real pleasure, and that means you'll want to spend more time in it. We have a great selection of seats and backbands, cockpit covers and spray skirts, and a lot more.

Performance Back Band The tall back band permits the wide range of motion necessary for surfing with the fatigue-reducing back support you need. Sonic Back Band Thermal-molded tri-laminate construction with soft EVA foam padding against your back. Pair with Hot Seat Grande. Rapid Pulse Back Band This nylon and foam whitewater-type back band offers great support. Standard in all CLC sea kayak kits.

Kayak Cockpit Covers Keeps out rain and sun while cartopping. Size 1 Chesapeake, Shearwater, Pax, West River, and most Guillemot kayaks. Size 2 Wood Duck 10 & 12, Shearwater Double kayaks. Size 3 Shearwater Sport & Sectional kayaks. Size 4 Guillemot, Petrel & Night Heron kayaks. Size 5 Wood Duck 14. Nylon Spray Skirts Nylon spray skirts are cooler in the summer, though not quite as watertight as neoprene skirts. Size 1 Chesapeake, Chesapeake Double/Triple, Shearwater, Pax, West River, and most Guillemot kayaks. Size 2 Wood Duck 10 & 12, Shearwater Double kayaks.

Creature Comfort Seat A molded foam and stitched nylon seat with tall, adjustable backrest that will fit almost any kayak. 17" wide seat panel with sewn on seatback. Secure with Velcro strips. Simply the best lumbar support. Our best seller for over nineteen years!

Hot Seat Grande Simply peel the backing off and secure it permanently in the cockpit. Superior comfort and support. Encourages a slight forward lean to help the paddler engage and utilize hip braces.

Happy Bottom Pad This molded foam “tractor” shaped seat with integral hip braces is firmer than the Creature Comfort Seat but very comfortable. Fits most CLC and many other kayaks. Glue it in with contact cement.

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Neo-Nylon Extreme Spray Skirts Combines the water tightness of neoprene skirts with the breathability of nylon skirts for maximum performance in a touring skirt. Size 1 All Chesapeakes, Artic Hawk large cockpit, Pax 18 & 20, West River 18, and the Matunuck surf kayak. Size 2 Guillemot kayak family, Petrel and kayaks in the Night Heron Family. Size 3 The Shearwater Sport (Std. & Hybrid) and the Sectional Shearwater Sport. MiniCel™ Foam is used for paddling seats, backrest, hip braces, and knee pads. It’s easy to cut and shape with a serrated knife or saw. Glue with contact cement. One sheet is enough to pad most cockpits. Available sizes: 3/4" x 12" x 24", 3/4" x 24" x 24", 3" x 12" x 24", 3" x 24" x 24"

Knee Brace Kit Minicel foam blanks. Glue to the underside of your coaming and carve to a perfect fit.

Paddling Gear GREENLAND Paddle by Shearwater Boats Handmade in Maine by Eric Schade, designer of the Shearwater and Wood Duck kayaks. This classic Inuit shape reduces stress on elbow and shoulder joints without sacrificing power or control. Eric’s Greenland paddles are made from sitka spruce with highlights in redwood and walnut. Need a special size? Just ask: all lengths are the same price. Standard Sizes: 210, 215, 220, 230cm

Bungie Clamp(s) Keep your bungie cords secure and tidy. Also used for securing the conduits for rudder cables in kayaks.

Colored Bungie Cord For deck rigging. 1/4" diameter. The same marine-grade bungie we ship in our kits. Sold per foot. TEMPEST by Grey Owl Can’t bear to blaspheme your wooden kayak with a plastic paddle? The Tempest is laminated from walnut, bass, butternut, and cedar with urethane edging and a carbon-fiber ferrule. Just the right amount of blade area for touring and maneuvering. Our best-selling paddle! Sizes: 220, 230, 240cm. 34oz.

MISTRAL Hybrid by Grey Owl A varnished wooden kayak paddle with composite fiberglass shaft. Blade is laminated from cedar, butternut, and bass. A bunch of paddle for not much dough. Sizes: 220, 230, 240cm. 28oz.

Flat Webbing Marinegrade polypropylene, 1" wide. Sold per foot.

Ritchie Kayaker Compass The compass is quick to mount on kayak or small boat decks; features a sapphire jewel movement and adjustable bezel. Available in Black or White. Compass Mounting Block 6"x 6" block with mounting instructions.

GUIDE Canoe Paddle by Grey Owl This laminated cherry paddle with pear grip is great for serious canoe paddlers. The traditional shape complements our Sassafras canoes, or it’s an excellent auxiliary in small sailboats. Lengths: 54", 57" & 60" Drip Rings Keep water from running down your paddle shaft. Use as replacements or if building your own.

VCP Kayak Toggles A simple and clean handle solution. Includes 3 feet of black cord. Sold by the pair.

Carbon Ferrules For homebuilt European-style paddles. Ultra-light carbon fiber material, 1-1/8" inside diameter.

Stainless Ferrules Anyone building their own European-style paddle will need a ferrule. In stainless-steel, 1-1/8" inside diameter.

Kayak Bailing Pump by NRS An important safety item for sea kayakers. This rugged hand pump won’t corrode, pumps 8 gallons per minute (more if you’re scared), and has a flotation collar. NRS Deluxe Boat Sponge Remove that unwanted pool of water that manages to collect under your kayak spray skirt.

NRS Deluxe Safety Kit includes a bilge pump, whistle, signal mirror, paddle float, paddle leash and a boat sponge all conveniently packaged in a sturdy mesh bag.

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CLC Rubstrip Kit Are you wearing off the heel of the stem and stern when you haul your kayak up the beach? Yeah, us too. This neat black graphite-dynel-epoxy applique kit fixes it. Sold as a complete kit, or without epoxy.

WestSystem Graphite Powder Black graphite. Mix with epoxy to create custom reinforcements, abrasion resistants, or even decorative flourishes. 12oz.

Canoe Seat Hardware Used to attach Cane Canoe Seats.

Cane Canoe Seat Ash canoe seat, the same shipped in our Sassafras 16 canoe kits. 34" wide.

Folding Cane Seat Perfect passanger seat for our Annapolis Wherry or Wherry Tandem.

Ash Canoe Thwart These unfinished ash thwarts are the same we use in our Sassafras canoes. Choose between 31" and 39" lengths.

Ash Canoe Yoke This unfinished ash yoke is the same we use in our Sassafras canoes. 39" long.

SEA-LECT Rubber Kayak Hatches A strong alternative to wooden hatches made from rubber. The cover snaps over a plastic flange, creating a water-tight seal. Ideal for day hatches, or as access hatches on wet boats. 8" circle or 18" x 10-½" oval. Replacement covers available. Fits VCP Boats and hatches!

Sassafras 16: Randall Spurr, St. Louis, MO

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Guillemot Retractable Skeg Kit Tune the tracking of your kayak! Retrofit or install during construction. Will fit any wooden kayak except the Wood Ducks. Build it in a kit with complete step-by-step instructions.

Smart Track Double Rudder For a sailing kayak or double.

Smart Track Single Rudder For a single kayak.

Smart Track Trim Tab Kit One-of a-kind Trim Tab helps you stay on track in difficult quartering wind and seas with less effort. Great for racing or sprints. Keepers Footbraces Standard in our kits. Made of tough plastic. Use if you are not planning on installing a rudder. Allows for 14" of adjustment

Adjustable Footbraces The sturdiest footbraces in the world, machined from solid aluminum billets. With the addition of tracks works with rudders. An upgrade to the Keepers footbraces

Internal Footbrace Mounting Kit Eliminates visible footbrace mounting bolts on the outside of your kayak. Includes four mounting studs, nuts, washers, fiberglass reinforcement, and instructions.

Retractable Skeg Kit Tune the tracking of your kayak! Retrofit or install during construction. Will fit any wooden kayak except the Wood Ducks. Build in a Kit or from Plans.

Smart Track Blade Housings Protects the blade in an upright position when you don't want to use a rudder, and has adjustable spring tension that keeps the blade down in the water when you do. Specify short pin or long pin.

SmartTrack Vertical Adjustment Kit Allows more height adjustment for rudders or footbraces, especially in a retrofit situation. Required for Smart Tracks with Internal Footbrace Mounting Kits.

Smart Track System This footbrace and rudder control assembly includes unique, ergonomically designed, two-part foot pedals. Unlike other systems, your feet don’t slide back and forth to steer. The lower half of the pedals are locked in position so you remain in a solid brace at all times, adjusting course with your toes.  Toe Pilot Footbraces only  Complete Smart Track System Single  Complete Smart Track System Double

Kayak Rudder Mount This custom mount is for attaching pin style rudders with minimal alteration to your wooden kayak. Six screws hold the bracket in place.

Kayak Rudder Mount - Transom This custom mount is for attaching pin style rudders with to your wooden kayak's transom. Six screws hold the bracket in place.

Can be used with both Feathercraft and Smart Track “Pin” rudder systems.

Please specify boat model: long pin, short pin, or rear mount option when ordering.

Smart Track Adjustable Footbraces The Rolls-Royce of footbraces. Brilliant remote-control length adjustment and very comfortable pedals.

Additional Smart Track parts  Cable Tubing Kit  Spare Parts Kit  15 ft or 17 ft Replacement Cable More information at clcboats.com/rudders

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Outfit your Stand Up Paddleboard with a matching paddle... and more! Customize your board with fins, grab handles, gear bags and nets and, of course, a leash. You can even outfit your SUP with a sliding seat rig for performance rowing! California Classic 9.5" SUP Fins This is a great all around SUP fin. Ride waves, tour, or just paddle with the confidence that this fin will deliver in a broad range of conditions. You will need the CLC Fin Box Kit, in-order to install the California Classic 9.5" Fin on your Kaholo SUP.

MANA Glass with Quick Draw and Rip90 Blade The Sawyer Mana Glass SUP is a strong, light paddle that is finely tuned to the discriminating Stand Up fanatic. Features a tubular fiberglass shaft and fiberglass reinforced blade. Rip 90 (7.5"w x 17"l) fan profile with dual scoop/dihedral powerface for power, clean strokes. Adjustable length 70"-86", 30 oz.

Breather Tube Kit The "breather tube" is to let air pressure equalize inside the hollow paddleboard. Includes a drilled rubber plug, plastic tube, and fittings. This breather tube kit comes standard in our Kaholo and San O' Paddleboard kits.

Clear 6" Deck Plate and Ditty Bag A white ring, clear self-aligning screw in deck plate sold with or without the bag for water-tight storage on the deck of your Kaholo Stand-up Paddleboard.

Fin Box Kit w/10.5" Channel Give your Kaholo a Bahne fin box conversion kit. This kit will allow you to change your fins at-will.

SUP Board Leash The leash features a high strength double swivel, 5/16" polyurethane coiled cord, and a comfortable padded cuff. When stretched the extends to a maximum of 11 ft.

Super Suction Cargo Net Strong, durable, safe, easy to use, and--best of all--no sanding or gluing required.

SUP Scull Rig on a Kaholo 14

Fancy Grab Handle A comfortable alternative to the toggle or grab-loop style of carrying handle for kayaks. Standard with all Kaholo kits. Requires two #10 x 1" wood screws and #10 finish washers (not included).

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Paddleboard Carry Strap A very simple and inexpensive solution for carrying your SUP. Adjustable padded straps accommodate boards up to 81" in circumference.

SUP SCULL RIG The "SUP Scull Rig" will convert any paddleboard into a sliding rigger rowing boat. To attach the rig you'll use a simple ratchet type strap system that cinches around the board.

Spoon Blade Oars For fixed-seat rowing boats. Beautiful, nicely balanced spoon blade oars carved from sitka spruce and dip-varnished. We bring these in from British Columbia. Sold as a pair. Available Sizes: 8' (Skerry, Dory, SWDory, and Passagemaker Dinghy), 7-½' (Jimmy Skiff and Chester Yawl), 6-½' (Eastport Pram). Leather oar collars are recommended to protect the varnished shafts of your oars.

Sliding seat, fixed seat, traditional – whatever your preference, we've got what you're looking for. Standard wooden oars, high-tech sculls, open and closed oarlocks, collars, hardware, and more. Hatchet Blade

Composite Sculling Oars by Dreher For sliding seat rowing. 9-1/2' carbon sculls with soft rubber grips and buttons to engage in Concept2 oarlocks. Available with Macon or Hatchet blades.

Macon Blade

Flat Blade Spruce Oars Very sturdy hand-made oars from Canada at unbeatable prices. Sold as a pair. Available Sizes: 8' (Skerry, Dory, SWDory, and Passagemaker Dinghy), 7-½' (Jimmy Skiff and Chester Yawl), 6-½' (Eastport Pram). Leather oar collars protect the varnished shafts of your oars.

Leather Oar Collars Oak-tanned leather collars protect the varnished shafts of spoon blade oars from oarlock wear. Easy to install and very durable. This do-it-yourself kit includes: Two oar leathers (7"x 9"), two leather buttons (1/2"x 13"), brass brads, and instructions. Marine Tallow Oar Leather Treatment Oar leathers age and wear; tallow is a superior treatment and preservative for oar leathers, gaff jaw leathers and the like. Tallow multiplies the lifespan of leather intended for marine or outdoor use. Plastic Oar Collars Leather oar collars too fancy? This will get you to the same place quickly and cheaply. Sold in pairs; Includes nails for attachment.

CLC Canvas Spar/Oar Bags Protect your spars and sail against the sun and rain. Universal fit for the Northeaster Dory, Skerry, Passagemaker Dinghy, and Eastport Pram sailing rigs.

Edson Oar-Loc locking device is ideal for those who want to leave their oars safely with the dinghy. The unique design fastens the oars through your dinghy's thwarts.

Replacement Rubber Grips For Rowing Oars Black replacement rubber sculling oar grips. 6-inches in length, with a 1-3/16" opening. Sold in pairs.

Drop-in Sliding Seat Rowing Unit Arguably the best sliding seat unit in the sport, the design is simple, elegant, and stiff, with an exceptionally smooth slide. Concept 2 oarlocks standard. Specify boat model when ordering. Rowing Units also available for Canoes (The "Scout") and Paddleboards.

Replacement parts are available!

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Sculling Oars Travel Bag Protect your sculling oars with this padded travel bag. Made from durable heavy duty nylon, it features a quilted lining and a full-length zipper. An internal strap holds the oars securely together and a padded divider protects the oar blades from scuffing one another. Find additional rowing gear at clcboats.com

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Sailing Pennant Handmade at our Annapolis shop, these pennants are cut from premium dark red spinnaker fabric from the sailmaker's. The head is reinforced with sail tape and a hand-punched brass grommet. The trailing edge is swallow-tailed, per tradition. A length of 3mm line is included, so your pennant is ready to install at once. Pennants measure 42" long and 2" wide.

Leather Bailing Scoop Scoops are constructed of Mahogany and dark brown leather. The comfortable turned handle is tenoned into the thick back and secured with a white oak wedge. Solid brass hardware fastens the leather securely. Hand finished with a satin marine spar varnish. Available as a completed bailing scoop or a bailing scoop kit.

Sail/Sail Upgrades: We have developed sails for CLC boats that are beautifully crafted of White Dacron (standard), Egyptian Cream (upgrade), or Tanbark (upgrade) and have precise three-dimensional shapes for maximum performance, upwind and down. Designed and manufactured by Douglas Fowler Sailmaker to the highest standards.

Folding Anchor A great galvanized folding anchor, perfectly sized for kayaks and canoes. Comes with anchor line and a neat storage bag to keep goo out of the kayak cockpit when stowed. 1.5 lbs.

Traditional Bronze Closed Oarlocks Enclosed oarlocks. Stay on the oar shaft so they’re harder to lose. This is what we ship with our rowing boat kits. Sold in pairs.

Belaying Pins Traditional belaying pins for traditional smallcraft. Standard issue in sailing versions of the Southwester Dory, these pins are hand-turned in the USA with oak handles and maple pins.

Bronze Horn Oarlocks Traditional “horns,” open at the top. These require a little more skill to use, but allow you to lift the oars out instantly. Sold in pairs. Deck Plates Screw-in plates (also known as inspection ports). Perfect for boats with bulkheads but no deck hatches; allows ventilation and access to small items. Specify black or white. Available in 4" and 6". Fasteners not included

Side Mount Oar Sockets This type fastens to the inner face of the inwale. Sold in pairs.

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Top Mount Oar Sockets Typically mounted on a raised block atop the rails. Sold in pairs.

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“Angled” Oar Sockets This style notches over the rails. Sold in pairs.

Gunnel Guard This shipshape white padded rubrail material is just the thing for protecting rubrails on dinghies like the Eastport Pram or Passagemaker. Unlike the old cotton firehose stuff, the new gunnel guard is white polyester with a foam core, so it won’t rot in the sun on the topsides of the mothership. Easy to fasten over the rubrails of any of our boats with screws and finish washers (not included). We have pre-cut packages for our smallcraft; call or check the website. You may choose either bronze or stainless screws and washers, to match the hardware scheme on your boat.

Non-skid flooring applied to the bottom of a small boat improves traction AND provides excellent cushioning (5mm) for your knees. The light gray color compliments any paint or varnish scheme. Incredible UV stability; holds up longer than varnish does. Also available in sheet form (80" x 40"), or half-sheet form (38-½" x 39"). Material close-up

Skerry Non-Skid Flooring

Eastport Nesting Pram Non-Skid Flooring

 Cocktail Class Racer

 Northeaster Dory

 Eastport Pram/Nesting Pram/Ultralight

 Jimmy Skiff

 The Guider

 Jimmy Skiff II

 Annapolis Wherry/Tandem

 Tenderly Dinghy

 Chester Yawl

 Lighthouse Tender Peapod

 Passagemaker Standard/Take-Apart

 Oxford Shell II

 Peeler Skiff

 Outrigger Junior

 PocketShip

 Teardrop Camper Integrated Cargo Carrier

 Skerry

Eastport Ultralight Non-Skid Flooring

Sailors who desire optimal performance will appreciate this low stretch construction, smooth rendering, and long life of the 3-end per carrier cover over a polyester core. Applications: Recreational Running Rigging, Halters/Headgear, Leads/Longelines/ Mecates, Rodeo/Rigging/Utility. Features: Fiber made with a polyester core and polyester cover (3-ends per carrier), white with red & green tracers for color, and a double braid construction. Boat Model

Sailing Rig

Sail Lacing 1/8" or 3/16"

Eastport Pram/Nesting

Lug

Passagemaker Dinghy/ Take Apart

Gunter Sloop Lug

Skerry

Sprit Gunter Sloop

50 ft

Northeaster Dory

Jimmy Skiff II

Halyard/Snotter 1/4"

Main Sheet 3/8"

Jib Sheet 3/8"

Misc.

30 ft

15 ft

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4 ft 1/4" for downhaul

25 ft main/25 ft jib

35 ft

20 ft

10 ft 1/4" for jib tack & downhaul

50 ft

27 ft

25 ft

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3 ft 1/4" for downhaul

50 ft

10 ft

25 ft

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4 ft for bridle

25 ft main/30 ft jib

35 ft

20 ft

10 ft 1/4" for jib tack & downhaul

50 ft

Lug

50 ft

60 ft

55 ft

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Sloop

55 ft

30 ft main/30 ft jib

40 ft

20 ft

11 ft 1/4" for downhaul & bridle

Lug

50 ft

30 ft main

25 ft

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Sprit

6 ft

69ft: Halyard-40 ft, Snotter-15 ft, Downhaul5 ft,Bridle-6 ft, Boom loops-3 ft

30 ft

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25 ft 3/8" for painter

1/8" 3/16"

5/16"

low-stretch

1/4"

3/8"

More boat makes & rig options available online at clcboats.com/lineandcordage

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Round Digital Volt/Amp Meter displays voltage and amps simultaneously. The same compact round size as a standard 12V receptacle.

Roof Rack Kit for the Teardrop Camper includes customized mounts and holds up to 150lbs.

LED lighting - 4 color (RGBW) Power-sipping 12-volt LED lights turn the Teardrop camper into a cheerful, well-lit hideaway. Red, Green, Blue

Rooftop Vent with or without Fan for great cross ventilation and reversible air flow.

Interior Headliner is effective in eliminating condensation, reducing noise and for insulating.

LED Interior Light Housing is ABS plastic, with chrome nickel finish. Utilizes 12 LED warm white diodes for inviting light in cabin areas.

4" Speakers PolyPlanar 4-inch cone size two-way coaxial speaker features a rugged waterproof design, teflon-coated wires, plastic grills, polypropylene cones, mylar tweeters and plastic frames.

Stereo Head Unit Milennia's marine digital media receiver provides you with a lot of audio options in a compact design. Battery Switch Moisture proof twist lock system—plug locks securely into socket.

AC Charge Inlet Inlets mount on the boat exterior and are hard-wired directly to the charger. To use, just open the flip lid cover and plug an extension cord into the inlet.

LED Galley Light - 5 pack Battery powered and pushed to operated These can be stuck anywhere for convenient light.

Interior Fans The Ultimate 12 Volt DC fan is recognized by Practical Sailor magazine as a “Best Buy” in the marine market.

USB Outlets This External AC Charging Inlet Option is often used on our Teardrop Campers.

Battery Charger This external AC charging inlet option is used on our Teardrop Campers. 12V DC Outlet Moister proof twist lock system— plug locks securely into socket. USB Aux Input - BHD Mont by Jensen connect your external storage device or iPod/MP3 player to the stereo using this waterproof port.

Rocker Switch Panel Aluminum Vertical Rocker Switch Panel features six 15A 12VDC illuminated SPST On/Off rocker switches and six 10A 12VDC fuse holders. 90 |

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Battery Box The Camco RV Standard Battery Box is a black lightweight, heavy-duty box that is designed to secure and protect the battery.

Mushroom Vents These marine-grade plastic mushroom vents come with a screw-on cap (caps not sold separately). Rotate the covers counter-clockwise to open for ventilation, and clockwise to close before driving. Sold in black individually or in a discounted pack of four.

CLC Branded Tie-Down Straps These straps with metal cam-buckles and protective pads are the type everyone in our shop uses. A must for transport. 12' straps work well for kayaks and canoes, but larger craft will require the 15' straps.

Harken Small Boat Hoist A network of blocks, line, and hardware allows singlehanded hoisting of kayaks or small boats to the ceiling of your garage or boat shed. Available for 90 lb load and 145 lb load.

Magnum Quick Strap - Soft Roof Rack Carry light boats right on your car roof. 30" wide soft roof racks with tie-down straps. Sold as a pair. You will need bow and stern tie-downs.

NOMAD TRX Kayak-Canoe Cart - Compact With extra long tie downs, heavy-duty aluminum framing, and all-terrain no-flat tires. Collapses to a manageable size for on-deck storage. 250lb capacity.

CLIPPER TRX Kayak-Canoe & Small Boat Cart - Deluxe Again, with extra long tie downs, heavyduty aluminum framing, and all-terrain no-flat tires, this little cart is a champ. Collapses to a manageable size for on-deck storage. 200lb capacity.

18" Roof Rack Pads Versatile fabriccovered foam pads slip over Yakima, Thule, and most factory racks. Velcro tabs and tie-downs are sewn in, so they won’t blow off. Made of rot- and fade-proof acrylic. Sold as a set.

30" Roof Rack Pads Versatile fabric-covered foam pads slip over Yakima, Thule, and most factory racks. Velcro tabs and tie-downs are sewn in, so they won’t blow off. Made of rotand fade-proof acrylic. Sold as a set.

Aero Rack Pads are the same as Roof Rack Pads but cut wider to fit factory racks with wider crossbars.

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T R A I LE R S

Most boat trailer outlets specialize in just one thing: trailers for powerboats. Ask them for a kayak or canoe or sailboat trailer and you’ll get a funny look. After endless requests, we found a source for light trailer kits made just for kayaks or small boats. These trailers fit smallcraft like the Passagemaker or Skerry, and up to four kayaks. Trailers are shipped via FedEx right to your door and are quick to assemble. Trailex trailers are solid aluminum, making them strong enough for 70mph on the highway, yet light enough to easily move around your yard. And they will not rust! Visit clcboats.com/Trailex, or call us at 410-267-0137 for more trailer options and info.

Web Strap Clips 4 sturdy bolt-on clips to provide secure tie-down points on your trailer. Spare Tire 480 x 8" tire on a 4-hole galvanized wheel. Single Speed Hand Winch Sturdy winch for hauling heavier boats up onto any Trailex trailer.

Single Light Duty Carrier Kit SUT-250-SCLC

Winch Strap 15' x 2" Straps are 2" wide and have an overall tensile strength of 5,000 lbs. Use with single speed winches. Spare Tire Carrier Bracket for 8" 4-hole wheel. Comes with hardware to mount on Trailex SUT trailers. Winch Post Allows you to mount a hand winch on your SUT200s and SUT-250s. Adjustable Hand Dolly Kit SUT-300U

15' x 68", 250 lbs carrying capacity Ideal for hauling longer and wider small craft PocketShip Trailer Kit 17'10" x 53", 1400 lb carrying capacity Custom Designed for PocketShip

8'6"-13' x 47", 300 lb carrying capacity Perfect for moving small boats around in the yard or marina. Add options like beach wheels or golf cart hitch

Multiple Light Duty Carrier Kit SUT-250-M

15'2"-13' x 48", 250 lb carrying capacity Carry four kayaks or canoes

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Peeler Trailer Kit UT-1200

16'4" x 5', 1200 lbs carrying capacity Sold with 12" highway wheels

Single Boat Trailer Kit SUT-220-S

15'2" x 52", 220 lb carrying capacity One Kayak, one Canoe, Wherry, or Chester Yawl

Teardrop Camper Flatbed Trailer Kit SUT-1000-CLC

11'8" x 76", 1400 lb carrying capacity 8" standard or 12" optional wheels

Custom WeatherMax Boat Covers Our custom-fit small craft covers are stitched from tan "Weather Max" fabric, which is specially formulated for durability in the sun and rain. Unlike the typical hardware store blue poly tarp, the Weather Max fabric is breathable and will not trap moisture under the cover. Add a few sockets (available below, in stainless steel or bronze) to receive thin battens athwartships so the rain runs off. Check out the assortment to the right. Bronze Bow Socket Cast bronze sockets for holding the wood slats in a dinghy cover. Sold as a pair with mounting screws.

SS Bow Socket Stainless sockets for holding the wood slats in a dinghy cover. Sold as a pair WITHOUT mounting screws.

Small Boat Slings These slings are made with a lightweight aluminum frame and cordura sling. They are a popular choice for rowing shell storage, but also ideal for kayaks, paddleboards and other narrow watercraft, such as the Annapolis Wherry. Sold in pairs. 27" (H) x 16" (D) x 20" (W)

Teardrop Camper & Storage Box covers sold separately

Chester Yawl

Compact Slings Tubular aluminum with 10" Cordura cradle and Velcro tie-down straps to hold your watercraft securely and safely just 18" from the ground, which is great for outdoor storage. Sold in pairs.

LowBoy Stand Tubular Aluminum with single bolt attachment joint, cushioning, Cordura sleeve, with hold-down straps. These LowBoy T-Stands are very durable and long-lasting. Great for race day and home storage. Ideal storage option for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, rowing shells, and other narrow watercraft. Stand pad width of 28 inches.

Eastport Pram - Deck

Skerry Eastport Pram - Hull

Northeaster Dory

Fully Adjustable Kayak Covers Ruggedly stitched, UV and water resistant. Fully adjustable for a custom fit! No metal parts that can rust. Attached red "flag bag" increases visibility during transport and doubles as a storage bag. Available in; Small (9'-12'), Medium (14'-16'), Large (15'-18').

Annapolis Wherry

Southwester Dory

Annapolis Wherry Tandem

Expedition Wherry

Peeler Skiff

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Are You Outfitting a Small Sailboat? We’ve got EVERYTHING you could possibly need. Our fleet of sailing designs uses a mixture of classic and modern rigging. This is just a sampling of our small boat gear. Haste me to know, that I, with wings as swift as meditation or the thoughts of love, may sweep to clcboats.com for the full collection. Copper Wire For stitch-and-glue construction. Available as 25' roll, 18 gauge and 20' roll, 22 gauge (sold w/our scale model kits). Silicon Bronze Wood Screws The same screws we include in CLC kits. Sizes available: #8 x 1-½", #8 x 1", #8 x 3/4", #10 x 1", and #10 x 3/4".

Brass Padeye 4-screw flange for bow and stern lines.

Brass Brads 2-ounce bag for attaching rubrails. Sold in 3/4", and 1-1/4" lengths, 16 gauge. Bronze Bow Socket Cast bronze sockets for holding the wood slats in a dinghy cover. Sold as a pair with mounting screws.

Snap Shackle Bronze snap shackle w/swivel and a 1/2" opening.

Bronze Fairlead Cast bronze with a smooth tumbled finish. Allows up to 1/4" line to be neatly led. Two mount holes for #10 fastener.

Bronze Round Padeye Rugged padeye for dead-ending boom sheets, terminating lifelines and jacklines, and attaching deck blocks.

Brass Boat Cleat A classy accent for your beautiful wooden boat. Available as 3" or 4" cleat. Bronze Lifting Ring & Strap Rugged towing or lifting ring and strap, ideal for small dinghies and tenders.

Drain Plug Traditional screw-in drain plug. The base has a 2" diameter, with a 1/2" screw-in drain. Used in our Peeler Skiff.

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Bronze Fixed Round Port 4-3/4" Tempered 1/4" glass sealed in place with a silicone seal. Spigot depth is .625" Mounts with #10 fasteners. Sold in packs of four. Ideal for PocketShip!

Bronze Ring Nails 1/2 pound is enough to attach the kayak deck. Sizes available: 14 gauge x 3/4", 15 gauge x 3/4".

Marine & Sailing Hardware Sail Slide w/Shackle Ready to fasten to your mainsail or gaff; fits 5/8" sail track. We have many sail slide options online.

Boom Gooseneck Sturdy stainless steel with universal joint and 1/2" pin for boom. Standard on a number of our sailboat kits.

Drain Plug 1" plastic screw-in drain plug. Used to ventilate sealed compartments in our demo fleet.

5/8" External Sail Track Screw to wooden masts to take tracked sails. Stainless; available in 8-foot and 4-foot lengths. Call for available lengths.

Harken Swivel Cam Cleat with Bullseye Fairlead. For jib sheet leads and other controls.

Bow Eye 304-grade stainless steel w/3/8" shaft and an opening measuring 1-1/16". Used as PocketShip's bow eye, ideal where very high strength is required. 1-½" thread and 2-½" (long ) thread lengths available. Ideal for the Peeler, Jimmy Skiff II and Southwester Dory.

Harken 40mm Carbo Airblock for typical small boat sheets and controls.

Plastic Boat Cleat Marine grade, 4" long. Standard issue on CLC sailboats.

Stainless Eye Strap Stainless steel eyestrap, for sailboat rigging. For use with #8 screws.

Plastic Eye Strap for attaching all kinds of kayak deck rigging, such as bungie cord and perimeter lines. Fasteners not included.

3/8" Fairlead Marine grade nylon, for lines 3/16" to 5/16". Harken Small Boat High Load Furling System Furl the jib remotely on boats up to about 150 sq.ft. of sail total.

Harken Cam-Matic With fairlead. Indispensable for jib sheets and controls.

Hasp Chrome plated zink alloy, made by Perko Marine. Dims: Large 3-3/4" x 1", Small 2" x 1". Ideal for the Galley Hatch on our Teardrop Camper.

SS Bow Socket Stainless sockets for holding the wood slats in a dinghy cover. Sold as a pair WITHOUT mounting screws.

Harken Single Bullet Swivel Block for control lines, halyards and so on. 1/2" Fairlead Marine grade nylon, for lines 3/8" to 7/16".

Harken Mainsheet Ratchet Base Holds up main-sheet blocks.

Harken Hex-Ratchet Mainsheet Block Grips loaded sheets on larger sailing dinghies.

Bungie Clamp Keep your bungie cords secure and tidy. Also used for securing the conduits for rudder cables in kayaks.

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Inlays & Onlays Seal these laser-cut veneer inlays or onlays beneath the epoxy on your wooden boat for an extra grace note. Woods include walnut, holly, cherry, and ebony. All designs are 6-1/2" in diameter except where specified.

Dolphin 7-3/8"w x 4" h

Orca Whale 6-½" in diameter

Dolphins (2) ~5" wide

Osprey 6-½" in diameter

Whale 5-½"w x 2"h

Sea Turtle ~5" wide

Gecko 5"w x 2"h

Blue Crab 6"w x 5"h

CLC Paddler Logo 3"w x 2-3/16"h

CLC Paddler Logo 5-7/8"w x 4-7/16"h

Blue Heron 6-½" in diameter

Sea Turtle 6-½" in diameter

Compass Rose 6-½" in diameter

Blue Crab 6-½" in diameter

Loon 7"w x 5–¼"h

Compass Rose 7"w x 5-½"h

Nameboards Mount an elegant custom wooden nameplate on the boat you’ve built! These plates are cut with your boat and your name laser-engraved. You can epoxy the nameplate anywhere on the boat you like, for example, the deck or aft bulkhead of a kayak, or on the inside of the transom of a rowing or sailing boat.

"Built for/Built by" Custom Wood Name Plate This 2" x 3" oval plate is cut from solid cherry, with your boat and your name laser-engraved.

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CLC Builder Logo 5-7/8"w x 1-3/8"h

Custom Engraved Banner Plate These banner plates are cut from solid cherry, with your boat name laser-engraved. Sold as; Small (shown) 2.25"x6", or Large 6.5"x18".

CLC Builder Logo 11-3/4"w x 2-11/16"h

Custom Laser Engraved Name Plate Mount an elegant wooden nameplate on the boat you've built! Your boat's name will be laser-engraved from 1/16-inch Cherry material. Sizes: Sold as; Small 1-5/8" x 6-3/16" (1/16" thick), or Large 4-3/4" x 18" (1/16" thick).

Okoume

Okoume Marine Plywood – 3mm, 4mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm & 18mm Okoume, aucoumea klaineana, is a fast-growing tropical hardwood. Okoume’s clear, beautifully- figured grain has a golden, honey-colored hue beneath epoxy and varnish, while its low density yields ultra-lightweight hulls. Chesapeake Light Craft’s okoume is manufactured in Europe’s finest FSC-certified mills to BS1088 and Lloyd’s of London rules. High-quality okoume is essential for homebuilt kayaks and smallcraft, but it’s very difficult to get locally in most places. CLC has developed a specialty in shipping plywood all over the United States. Careful packaging and our long relationships with national carriers allow us to ship small plywood orders right to your door. Due to variations in currency exchange and shipping rates, plywood prices may change without notice. Special shipping rates apply.

Sapele

Light

Dark

Premium Sapele Marine Plywood – 3mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm & 18mm Sapele is a beautiful reddish-brown African wood with a richly detailed, swirling grain. These sheets are the same as those included in our premium Wood Duck, Shearwater, Sea Island Sport, Nutshell, and Shellback Dinghy Kits. CLC imports the best sapele in the world. We stock thicknesses from 3mm to 18mm; call or email for availability.

Light Bead-and-Cove Strips – 1/4"x3/4" White Cedar Strips. Available in 3' strips or 80' bundles.

Medium Bead-and-Cove Strips – 1/4"x3/4" Western Red Strips. Available in 3' strips or 80' bundles.

Selected by Boatbuilders for Boatbuilders You can order the same superior lumber we use in our kits and display models, from the same stacks we pick over for our own projects. Order lumber in any quantity–no order too small–and in a wide choice of species. Your order will be hand-picked by our boatbuilders. We have worked very hard to keep the prices low, and we have sorted out how to ship small or large quantities. For larger orders, or lengths over eight feet, we have arranged to have the lumber shipped directly from the sawmill. Most shipments under eight feet will ship very affordably via FedEx. Please allow a couple of weeks for your order, as lumber doesn’t grow–and isn’t stocked–in convenient multiples of 8 feet. We may have to mill the timber to your specs, and/or wait for those sizes to come in.  Cypress

 Alaskan Yellow Cedar

 Sitka Spruce

 African Mahogany

 Western Red Cedar  Many Others Available Upon Request

Same stacks we pick over for our own projects. Order lumber in any quantity–no order too small–and in a wide choice.  Rail Stock

 Spar Blanks

 Strongbacks

 Masts

 Sheet Clamp & Stringer Material

Puzzle Jointed Jointed Plywood Puzzle Plywood Medium

Dark Bead-and-Cove Strips – 1/4"x3/4" Walnut Strips. Available in 3' strips or 80' bundles.

1/4"x3/4" Strips without Bead-and-Cove Cedar Strips cut without the bead-and-cove are available in 3' strips or 80' bundles.

We'll cut puzzle joints on our CNC machine to get the plywood up to whatever length your boat plans call for. Just apply epoxy to the puzzle joints and snap them together on a flat surface. Custom CNC machining available, too! Puzzle joints maintain the 8:1 length ratio used in scarf joints. Sheets will be 47" wide after cutting.

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2" Spring Clamp These clamps have heavy duty springs for a firm grip, contain nickel plating for resisting corrosion, and have a 2-1/4" throat depth .

Low Angle Block Plane by Stanley Even if you love power tools as much as we do, you’ll never be far from a sharp, high-quality block plane. This Stanley is made from 100– year old patterns and will last a lifetime!

Japanese Saw Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke. They leave a very thin kerf and are razor sharp. We find that they cut faster and more accurately than even the finest western saws. One side is for crosscutting; the other is for ripping. Replacement blade sold separately.

Bonsai Saw Originally designed to trim bonsai trees. Ideal for cutting precise curves like hatch openings, trimming cockpits, and reaching tight places. It might even replace your noisy saber saw.

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C-Clamps Light duty, drop forged C-Clamps, with galvanized finish. Available in 2" (1-1/2" throat) and 3" (1-3/4" throat).

Sweetheart Low Angle Block Plane by Stanley A thing of staggering beauty, the aptly-named Sweetheart is a multi-generational heirloom plane. Very heavy but so very perfectly balanced...you will love this plane. 1-3/4" A2 steel blade; adjustable.

Spokeshave by Stanley Spokeshaves are essential for making paddles and very handy for cleaning up the insides of sea kayak cockpits. They work much like a block plane, but can be used on tight curves. Adjustable.

6" Beading Saw with Woodpecker Tooth This pullsaw has a unique feature in the “woodpecker” tooth at the end of the blade, which allows the user to start a cut in mid-panel. The blade length is 6" and overall length is 14-½".

6-¼" Dovetail Saw This saw has 36 teeth per inch. With a rigid spline, it is designed for intricate joinery cuts in hardwoods. Like all Japanese saws, it cuts on the pull stroke. The overall length is 13-¼".

Super–Hard Milled Scrapers Mow down uneven epoxy without resorting to the sander. Improve grain figure on bare wood. Made from the finest European steel. Set of 4. Oblong, curved, double-curved, and goose-neck shaped scrapers are included.

Waterstone This combination waterstone will put a razor edge on plane irons, chisels, and other tools. 6000-grit on one side, 1000-grit on the other.

Draw Knife – 5" Perfect for carving oars, spars, rails, chair legs, hollowing chair bottoms, or any quick shaping. A joy to use. Leather Sheath included.

Shinto Saw Rasp We use these in our shop for shaping rubrails, stem and stern profiles, and rapidly removing epoxy slag. Won’t clog, and goes through epoxy like a chainsaw. Also perfect for rough-shaping MiniCel seats.

Sliding T–Bevel Determine bevels and transfer angles from one piece of wood to another. Essential for setting angles on power tools and machinery. Stainless steel.

If your project's on the small-scale side, appropriately scaled tools are a must. Pick up what you need to cut, drill, and fasten delicate parts without breaking them.

4-in-1 Razor Saw Set General purpose set with 4 removable blades.

Pin Vise (Hobbyist Drill) Chuck capacity of .25 to 1.14mm. Includes .8mm (.03") drill bit.

Curved Point Tweezers Handy for tight work on delicate scale model kits. 4-1/2" long.

INSTA-CURE Cyanoacrylate Adhesive (CA glue) is a fast setting glue, beloved of modelmakers.

Fine Line Tape The ultimate masking tape.

UN-CURE for CA Glue Debond parts that are stuck together incorrectly or your fingers.

CA GLUE Accelerator Increasing the already quick cure-times exponentially.

Retractable Hobby Knife Comes with 1 (#11 hobby blades) loaded and 5 extras in a plastic tube.

Flat Nose Precision Plier 4-5/8" long.

22g Copper Wire Roll 4-5/8" long.

Flexi-Tips for CA Glue These glue bottle tips allow for more precision in application of CA Glue. Packaging contains 24 disposable tips (packaging may vary).

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Since 1991 Chesapeake Light Craft has shipped tens of thousands of gallons of marine epoxy, so we know what works and what doesn’t like nobody else. MAS serves all of the requirements that our garage-shop builders demand:

 Easy to use 2:1 ratio  Clear finishes for varnishing  Low viscosity for perfect fiberglass work  Little or no odor  No “amine blush”

MAS#1 Economy Kit Includes 1 gallon resin, .5 gallon slow hardener, .5 gallon wood flour, 1 quart cellulose thickener, metered dispensing pumps.

MAS #2 Economy Kit Includes 1.5 gallon resin, .75 gallon slow hardener, 1 gallon wood flour, 1 quart cellulose thickener, metered dispensing pumps.

MAS Epoxy Pump Set These made by MAS and are standard in the MAS Economy Kits. They pump in a 2:1 ratio --- 8cc of resin and 4cc of hardener.

MAS Handy Repair Kit Includes 16oz Flag Resin, 8oz Medium hardener, 10 mixing sticks, 4 pairs of latex gloves, and 4 mixing cups.

TableTop Epoxy Kit Sold as 1 Gallon and 2 Quart kits with resin, hardener, an epoxy spreader, and a foam brush.

ArtPro Kit Includes 1 quart part "A", 1 quart part "B", an epoxy spreader, and a foam brush.

MAS #3 Economy Kit Includes 2 gallons resin, 1 gallon slow hardener, 1.5 gallon wood flour, .5 gallon cellulose thickener, metered dispensing pumps.

MAS #4 Economy Kit Includes .5 gallons resin, 1 quart slow hardener, 1 quart wood flour, 1 quart cellulose thickener, metered dispensing pumps.

Epoxy Resin Low-viscosity resin for beautifully clear finishes over wood. Sold as; Gallon, .5 Gallon, Quart.

Epoxy Hardener - Slow Blush-free hardener has the longest working time in the biz. Sold as; Gallon, .5 Gallon, Quart, Pint.

Epoxy Hardener - Medium A little jolt of speed for cooler shops. Sold as; .5 Gallon, Quart, Pint.

Epoxy Hardener - Fast Fast as hell. Best used for small jobs requiring high strength. Sold as; Gallon, .5 Gallon, Quart, Pint.

Colloidal Silica A really high-strength filler for high-strength joinery. Not fun to sand. Sold as; .5 Gallon and Quart.

Wood Flour Effective bulk thickener mixed into the epoxy to create a putty for fillets. Sold as; .5 Gallon and Quart.

Cell-O-Fill Mix with epoxy to use in structural jointery in place of colloidal silica. Sold as; .5 Gallon and Quart.

Phenolic Microballoons Mix with epoxy to create a Bondo-like nonstructural fairing filler. Sold as; .5 Gallon and Quart.

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105 Epoxy Resin 105 Epoxy Resin® is the base material on which all West System 105 System epoxy compounds are built. The resin is a clear, pale yellow, low-viscosity liquid epoxy resin. Formulated for use with West System hardeners, it can be cured in a wide temperature range to form a high-strength solid with excellent moisture resistance. Sold as a 105-A (quart), or 105-B (.98 gallon).

207 Special Clear Hardener Developed for coating and fiberglass cloth application where an exceptionally clear, moisture-resistant, natural wood finish is desired. Sold as 207-SA (.66 pt) or 207-SB (.33 gallon).

410 Microlight Fairing Filler The ideal low-density filler for creating a light, easily-worked fairing compound especially suited for fairing large areas. 5 oz.

406 Colloidal Silica 406 Colloidal Silica is a thickening additive used to control the viscosity of the epoxy and prevent epoxy runoff in vertical and overhead joints. 5.5 oz.

Pretty much invented the idea of wood-epoxy composite boatbuilding. Their vast range of products emphasizes ultra-high strength and the most outstanding technical support in the business. We especially like their 207 Hardener for blush-free coating and clear fiberglass work, and their Six10 adhesive for filleting and bonding work. Like “Band-Aid” and “Kleenex,” “WEST System” is synonymous with epoxy in most places, and you’ll find it everywhere from spacecraft to America’s Cup boats.

206 Slow Hardener A low-viscosity epoxy curing agent for use when extended working and cure time is needed or to provide adequate working time at higher temperatures. Sold as 206-A (.44 pt) or 206-B (.86 qt)

205 Fast Hardener A medium-viscosity epoxy curing agent. Used at lower temperatures and to produce a rapid cure that develops its physical properties quickly at room temperature. 205-A (.44 pt)

407 Low Density Filler 407 Low-Density filler is a blended microballoon-based filler used to make fairing putties that are easy to sand or carve. Cures to a dark red/brown color. 4 oz.

810 Fillable Caulking Tubes Suitable for refilling until epoxy cures. For use with a standard caulking gun. Holds approximately 10 fl. oz. Sold as; Single Tube or Box of 24.

403 Microfibers 403 Microfibers, a fine fiber blend, is used as a thickening additive with resin/hardener to create a multi-purpose adhesive, especially for bonding wood. 6 oz.

3M 5200 Marine Adhesive So strong that it is known universally in the boat-building trade as “52 million.” Because it will never, ever, ever let go. 10-oz cartridge. Regular and Fast Cure available.

West Systems 101 Repair Pack Very handy indeed. We go through about a dozen of these a year in our travels. Enough epoxy, fiberglass, and disposable tools to repair hungry bear damage. (Ask us about that sometime.)

3M Marine Grade Silicone Sealant – Clear A sealant is critical for any fastener that penetrates your wood or wood-epoxy hull.

Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue is what we use for assembling strip-planked boats. Great for interior and exterior applications.

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Don't risk your health! Protect your hearing, skin, and lungs from epoxy and sanding dust. Always.

Hearing Protection PELTOR Optime 95 Over-The-Head Earmuffs cut off 21 decibels from your sander's whine.

Disposable Safety Gloves For pete’s sake, don’t get epoxy or other chemicals on your skin. Buy a big box of strong allergy-proof nitrile gloves. Box of 100. 3M Respirator w/P100 HEPA Filters The 3M 6000 series respirators are affordable and durable, yet the flow of air is voluminous and cool, not hot and itchy. Includes HEPA filters. NIOSH approved. Replacement 3M P100 HEPA Particulate Filter Set For use with the 3M 6000 series respirator. 3M 6001 Organic Vapor Cartridge Set For the 3M 6000 series respirators. Use around dangerous solvents like paint, varnish, and generally smelly things.

In addition to care and patience, stellar fiberglass work is easier with some specialized gear. Pick out your 'glass cloth and tape, and finesse the finish with the right tools and brushes to make it go smoothly.

Fiberglass Cloth E–glass; 6-ounce, 38" and 50" wide; 4– ounce, 30" and 50" wide. Sold by the yard. Fiberglass Tape Comes in rolls 3" wide and 4" wide.  3", 25 yard roll  3", 50 yard roll  4", 50 yard roll

WEST System Release Fabric (Peel Ply) Release fabric, also known as peel ply, allows you to create finished fiberglass surfaces in one step. See our website for tips. Sold as; 9" x 60" wide (rolled), 2 yards x 60" wide (folded), 10 yards x 60" wide (rolled). Peel Ply fabric is not reusable. 102 |

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Carbon Fiber 3K 2x2 Twill Weave Fabric Woven carbon fiber fabric. This twill is more malleable than plain weave fabric, with a very high strength-toweight ratio. 5.7oz., 50" wide.

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4oz, 30" wide 4oz, 50" wide 6oz, 38" wide 6oz, 50" wide.

Carbon Fiber Tape Just the thing for high-strength, high-modulus reinforcement, and it looks cool, too. 3" wide, 5.7 ounce weight. Available in 50-yard roll or per foot.

Epoxy Mixing Cups It sucks to mix epoxy in old yogurt cans. Be a pro and use these great plastic containers. Calibrated markings. Mix and measure in one container. Sizes: Quart and Pint.

Filleting Bags Same as those provided in CLC LapStitch™ kits; for filling LapStitch™ seams or getting epoxy into tight places. Sold as individual or 10-pack.

2" Chip Brushes At CLC we use these for just about every-thing, especially epoxy work, but also contact cement, primer paint, and spreading silicone caulk. Sold as single or case of 24.

Plastic Epoxy Spreaders Flexible, with clean, sharp edges. Indispensable for epoxy work. Buy a bunch!

Epoxy Syringe Same as those provided in CLC LapStitch™ kits; for filling LapStitch™ seams or getting epoxy into tight places. Sold as individual or 10-pack.

CLC Fillet Tools – Set of Six Fillet tools made just for boatbuilders, with a variety of radii for any filleting job you might encounter. Set of six computer-cut 8-inch tools.

Acid Brushes Use for gluing, pasting, soldering, or acid application. Disposable and perfect when one-time usage is necessary. 1/2" brush with overall length of 6". Sold in set of 12.

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EZPoxy Paint Colors; Blue Ice, Ocean Blue, Fighting Lady Yellow, Hatteras Off-White, Fire Red, Kelly Green, Seafoam Green, Seattle Gray, White and Black. All other colors and additives are available by special request. Sold by the quart.

EZ Prime Sold by the quart. Available in White

EZPoxy Performance Enhancer Sold in 8 fl oz can.

MOHAWK Ultra® Penetrating Stain A highly fade-and UV-resistant, dye-based, non-grain-raising stain. Available in brown maple, burnt sienna, light red mahogany, medium mahogany, and oxblood. Sold by the pint.

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Captain's Varnish Sold by the quart.

INTERLUX Brightsides Paint Sold by the quart. Colors; Yellow, Fire Red, Sea Green, Dark Blue Hatteras Off-White, White, Sapphire Blue, and Black. All other colors are available by special request.

Captain's Satin Varnish Sold by the quart.

Pre-Kote Primer Sold by the quart. Available in White and Gray.

Perfection Sold by the quart.

Epoxy Primekote Sold by the quart.

Denatured Alcohol Mineral Spirits Sold by the quart. Sold by the quart.

Pre-Kote Primer Sold by the quart. Available in White and Gray.

Goldspar Satin Sold by the quart.

Schooner Varnish Sold by the quart.

Intergrip Non-Skid Additive Sold by the quart.

Epoxy Primekote Sold by the quart.

Roller Frames This 4-inch roller frame is for use with your thin-nap foam rollers. You’ll cut the roller covers in half to fit.

Foam Roller Covers These foam rollers are solvent-proof, so they work with epoxy and volatile marine paints and varnishes. Sold as 2-pack.

Foam Brushes The brushes we use for applying and “tipping out” varnish and paint on the CLC showroom boats. These don’t melt the way the cheap home center foam brushes do. Sizes: 2", 3", 4".

Fine Line Tape The ultimate masking tape! Your paint won’t bleed onto your varnish and vice-versa. Green polypropylene; won’t leave residue! Sold as 60-yard roll.

3M Adhesive Backed Sand-Paper Roll 2-¾" A peculiar product that’s usually available only to professionals. Avail yourself of our access and discount. 80, 120, or 220 grit.

5" Sanding Disks These premium dustless discs fit 5" random orbital sanders. The same brand we use in our busy shop. Comes in boxes of 25. 8-hole discs for dust collection. Available in 80, 120 and 220 grit.

3M Stikit Foam Sanding Handblock Soft 3M Stikit Hand Blocks are really comfortable in the hand, which is great because you’re going to do a lot of bloody sanding.

Rubber Sanding Block We use these for wet-sanding flat surfaces. How did we get that awesome showroom finish? One of these played a role.

CLC StopLossBag Kit (4 bags, 1 funnel, 1 adapter tube) The StopLossBag™ allows you to preserve the fresh off-the-shelf quality of wood finishes. Benefits of using the bag includes; Retaining the solids-to-solvent ratio of fresh varnish, easy to open and close, perfectly sized for one-quart cans of varnish, and prevents skinned-over cans of varnish.

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Collapsible Funnel allows for an easy pour from your paint can into the StopLossBag. Adapter tube is included. StopLossBag™ (4 bags, 4 caps) A specially formulated 3-ply construction helps prevent loss of solvents while a special gas barrier inhibits oxygen penetration into the bag. Each bag holds 1.05 quarts or 1.0 liters.

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Build a Boat with a CLC Instructor

Why Build a Boat In a Class?  You’ll have a professional boatbuilder at your side every minute Jay Hockenberry - The third-longest tenured employee at CLC, always willing to get outside and into any boat.

John Staub - CLC's CEO and lifelong wooden boat builder and enthusiast.

John C. Harris - Owner, Managing Director, and head designer at Chesapeake Light Craft.

Eric Schade - Principal of Shearwater Boats and designer of the Shearwater and Wood Duck Kayaks.

 You’ll enjoy the positive energy–and extra hands–of a group setting  It’s a great family or parent-child experience  You’ll start and complete kit assembly in a week  You’ll have lavishly equipped shops at your disposal during the class  You’ll enjoy beautiful maritime settings

Andrew Schroeher - Full-time CLC boatbuilder, degreed wood technologist, and small boat nut.

Geoff Kerr - Former Coast Guard officer, owner of Two Daughters Boatworks, and master boatbuilder.

George Krewson - Rocket scientist (for real) and professional boatbuilder.

Our classes have launched a thousand boats.

Nick Schade - Master boatbuilder, designer, author, and owner of Guillemot Kayaks.

CLC has been hosting and teaching build-your-own-boat classes since 1994. Our talented professional instructors will help you assemble your own boat, anxiety-free. Most classes are 5-1/2 days; a perfect one-week vacation. You end the week with a boat ready for sanding and finishing. Demand has grown every year as the word spreads. In 2021 we’re teaching more than 30 classes at sites in Maine, Maryland, Michigan, and Washington. Our boatbuilding partners include the famous WoodenBoat School in Brooklin, Maine;

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the Northwest Maritime Center in Port Townsend, Washington; and the Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle, Washington.

How does it work? You don’t need any experience, and only basic tools. We’ve

hosted every age from 8 to 80, often at the same time. Sign up for the class, present yourself at the 0800 Monday start, and prepare for a real adventure. Our professional boatbuilder-instructors have the choreography of a one-week boatbuilding project at a very high pitch of refinement. We will make sure you finish the week with a beautiful boat.

Packing a CLC kit

How to Reach Us We work really hard to be responsive and easy to reach.  You can call us at 410 267 0137 from 9am to 5pm, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.  Email is a great way to get a hold of us. We try to answer email six days a week, and within 24 hours, although response times will vary. If your email account issues challenges, or filters aggressively, you might not get a response or order up dates from us. We respond to ALL emails, so if you don't hear from us, there might have been a typo in your email address or our response is in your spam box. Send emails to info@clcboats.com  We have a huge store and showroom, too! Love to see you here in Annapolis if you can make it. At the store you can order and pick up

boat kits and accessories, talk to staff, and tour the boatbuilding shops. Check clcboats.com for directions.

Ordering In this wired and technologically advanced age you have many ways to order:  Order online safely with a credit card at clcboats.com  You may call in credit card orders from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm EST Monday - Friday. Please call 410-267-0137 to speak with a staff

member. Our schedule is subject to change, so check the website for up-to-date hours of operation.  You can fax your order and credit card information to 410-267-5689 24 hours/day  We accept checks, money orders, and credit card orders by mail. We cannot accept purchase orders or ship COD.  Canadian and overseas customers: checks and money orders must be payable through a U.S. bank and in U.S. dollars.

Kit arriving at a customer doorstep

 You can drop by our shop to pick up kits and supplies! To verify that your kit is ready for you, please call ahead to arrange a pick up

day and time.  ALASKA, HAWAII, CANADA & INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Please contact us for shipping rates on all items.

How We Ship Boat Kits Boat kits and oars and plywood and things are bulky! The packaging varies from one boat to the next, but most comprise one or two large cartons the shape and size of an eight-foot-tall door, accompanied by one or two smaller boxes with your epoxy kit and peripherals. The largest carton is rarely more than 60 pounds. We use a freight company for kit shipping. In most cases, a UPS-sized step-truck will pull up to your house to unload the boxes. We will email a tracking number so you can follow the progress of your kit in transit. On the website you’ll find tools that allow you to type in your zip code and calculate kit shipping prices, and more information about how we ship. Unlike Amazon, which mainly ships small things, we have to grapple with big, awkward things! Less bulky accessories ship via FedEx. Accessories will be shipped separately from your kit packages, so a boat kit and accessories may

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Mill Creek 16.5 – Bill Deering, Piedmont, OK

Sass 12 – Randy Chamberlain

Kaholo 14 – Rick Lloyd, Kauai, Hawaii Wood Duck Kayaks – Jeffrey Allen, Lancaster, PA

Passagemaker Dinghy Take-Apart – Mike and Jess Storey, Brooklin, ME

Shearwater Double – Mark Nye's (parents paddling), Alexander Springs, FL

Sassafras 12 Canoe, "Tippi" – Chris Aas, Southold, NY

Skerry, "Evelisa" – Brian Canady, Charleston, SC

Wood Duckling – Sean Armstrong, Port Angeles, WA

Mill Creek 16.5 – Joel Ahlgrim, Swansboro, NC

Shearwater Sport Hybrid – DC Cole, Clear Lake, Linn County , OR

Mill Creek 13 – Mike Kelly, Bow River, Calgary, Alberta