Re: [Paddlewise] Baidarka

From: Michael Daly <mikedaly_at_interlog.com>
Date: Mon, 12 Apr 1999 21:14:31 -0400
HTERVORT_at_aol.com wrote:

> One of the great features of Bruce's boats is
> the finish he uses.  It's a 2-part polyurethane on heavy nylon, covered with
> marine varnish.  It is very tough, but also very pretty.  Being translucent
> with a light tan color, it has a rather organic look, resembling some hides
> I've seen.

I was asking some small-aircraft-pilot friends of mine about materials to use
for making a skin on frame kayak (one of them is making three stitch&glue
boats) and they suggested heavy weight Ceconite (dacron).  Would this be
good?

They also said to stay away from polyurethanes, especially the two part kinds.
They suggested the polydope stuff would be fine.  Any opinions - or should I
try the baidarka list?

Mike



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