[Paddlewise] Boat Design - the pointy end of the boat

From: Gordin Warner <gwarner2_at_shaw.ca>
Date: Sat, 14 Aug 2004 12:40:45 -0700
I recently finished building my personal version of the Redfish King.  Yes 
I bought the plans.  After completing the boat and some sea trials one of 
my friends raised the following question.

"What are you going to do about the sharp pointed bow of your boat?"  My 
good friend  is concerned that the bow is a hazard.  My initial response 
was that he should stay out of my way.

I apologize for the glib answer.  After reading about the unfortunate guy 
who took a shot from some misdirected kayak.  I have considered installing 
a clown nose, as was suggested here, but rejected the idea as I fear some 
real clown out on the water might take offence and bring legal action 
against me for behaving in a clown like manner without a licence to do so.

Consequently I am looking for some sort of blunt object safety device that 
can be attached or installed on the bow of my boat to protect one and 
all.  I anticipate that my search will be long and hard even though it 
should be short and blunt.  In order to facilitate my endeavors and offset 
research and development, I will accept all financial contributions or 
failing that any pertinent suggestions.

If you would like to make a financial contribution or make a suggestion 
please post to Paddlewise.  Those who cannot think of a solution but still 
want to contribute can just send cash.

Cash contributions should be sent to:


Disposed Dictator for Life Retirement Home
Dirty In Clean Out Laundry Services
Lagos Nigeria
P.O. Box 12345

This appeal is not affiliated with any of my other scams or any legitimate 
Nigerian e-mail frauds.

Regards
Gordin Warner, DDFL
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