The Kayak Shop: Three Elegant Wooden Kayaks Anyone Can Build

Over 10,000 stitch-and-glue boats have been built to Chris Kulczyckis designs. His plans have been published in numerous magazines and books. The company he founded has become the largest boat kit and plan manufacturer in the world. His designs have been licensed to a kit builder in Japan and are sold by distributors in Europe and Asia. Chris also taught boatbuilding courses at the WoodenBoat School and in other programs for 10 years. He is the author of three books and over 100 magazine and newspaper articles. He has been contributing editor to Sail magazine and a regular contributor to Cruising World, WoodenBoat, Sea Kayaker, and others. His articles have also appeared in Outside, Mens Journal, and other magazines. His photos have appeared on a WoodenBoat cover and in interior spreads in Cruising World and Sail. Chris sold Chesapeake Light Craft three years ago to concentrate on writing.

The Kayak.The Design.The Tools.The Materials.The Plans.Making the Hull Panels.Assembling the Hull.Installing the Deck.The Coarning, Seat, and Footbraces.Installing Bulkheaks, Hatches, and a Rudder.Finishing.Fitting Out.Storing and Maintaining Your Kayak.Appendices: Further Reading, List of Suppliers, Plans and Kits.