This is a light single-chine V bottom plywood frameless dinghy, built upside-down on formers. Length 9 ft., beam 4 ft., total height 17 in., weight 100 lbs. This is an easily-built cartop dinghy with a stiffened bottom, suitable for rowing or a small outboard motor, and has a good performance under sail. Details for completion as a sailing boat are included in the plans. The sail version features a pivoted centerboard, a gunter rig. and a sail area of 50 sq. ft.
Plywood requirements - 2.5 sheets 1/4" (6mmx) x 4' x 8'.
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