Hands-on sailor: My first boat

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The boat discussed is built in 20 hours at the cost of $150. It is constructed on a simple 2-by-4 frame attached to the bottom, which is completely portable at every stage of construction. The boat can be stored in a garage or closet when not being worked on and moved outside.

Author: Greene, Danny
United States, Methods, Personal narratives, Boatbuilding

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The boats that broke away

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Innovations in production sailboats in the 1970s included the introduction of some boats that were elegant and expensive and others that were simple and affordable. Performance cruisers, multihulls and the use of lightweight materials were other trends.

Author: Greene, Danny
Innovations, Yacht designers

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Airs and graces to a jazz beat

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Nick Brown used Rodger Martin Yacht Design to design the 'Quadrille,' a live-aboard cruiser with a shallow draft and a tandem keel. Its Spectra sails are strong and ultralight. The interior features renewable wood.

Author: McCurdy, Sheila

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Subjects list: Design and construction, Sailboats, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts
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