Re: [Paddlewise] Greenland Kayak

From: Jennifer Pivovar <jpivovar_at_headwinds.org>
Date: Sun, 01 Apr 2007 10:14:45 -0400
Hey Doug -

> I can't even imagine what it 
> would be like to carry and propel a lightweight kayak.
Here a little insight:
http://jpivovar.cluemail.com/Vine/?imagepage=Vinehat2.jpg
(Cheri Perry taught me how to properly transport one of these)

> A replica Greenland SOF kayak might just turn my world upside down.
I think that's the point:
http://jpivovar.cluemail.com/Vine/?imagepage=VineTwine1.jpg

> Not sure if there is another book worth the investment that I should > be considering. My library doesn't have anything much.

I found Robert Morris' "Building Skin On Frame Boats" most helpful. With
the inimitable tuteledge of Turner Wilson, last summer my neighbor and
me each built (quite different) SOFs of our own in about 10 days time. 
Be sure to access the archives and forum assistance available at
qajaqusa.org.

My little qajaq weight only 26 lbs :).

Jennifer
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  Jennifer Pivovar
  jpivovar_at_headwinds.org
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