Re: [Paddlewise] Boat Design

Grant replied (snip):
>I never managed to get details on the Tutakaka flyer but yes it does have
an interesting and unique hull.<

I assume the Tutakaka flyer in a pseudo-replica of a Baffin Island kayak,
with the rudder and what appears to be a strip deck being the factors
against true replication. From what I understand, these Baffin designs were
super-gear load carriers (up to half a ton deck loads) and often built to 20
t0 25 feet LOA. I like the bow; would be kind of neat to do a SOF one day,
as most SOF are Greenland, Baidarka, etc. Perhaps we'll leave off the
rudder, though the Baffin yaks of old look like they were almost intended
for a perfect modern rudder addition, as there is no stern sheer, just a
blunt end on some of them.

>I have yet to take it out in very rough conditions but have no worries
about the hull shape for surfing or handling chop.  The ultra low aft deck
may be slow to shed water in large waves.< (The Night Heron - Doug)

I noticed some web sites claim the Greenland SOF's should be used in fiords
and inlets only. Hadn't heard that before. Jay claims the Outer Island
(similar design characteristics) is fine up to 5 or 6 foot waves, at least
he hasn't had any real issues in waves that size. Not sure if the former
implies the Baffin kayaks were used in bigger water. Probably on the wrong
list for these questions. There's just tons of aspects to kayaking, eh?
Doesn't sound like the dedicated paddler can ever get boarded with the sport
and history. Or the boat copying legal issues. :-)

Thanks for the referenced sites and info. MUCH appreciated.

Doug Lloyd
Victoria BC
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