My fascination with boats began as a very young child. My father would take me out to harbor, and I would watch the boats bringing in the catch of the day. It all seemed so magically to me as I think back to my childhood. As my love of all things...
Back in 1984 WoodenBoat published an article featuring the plans for Ralph M. Munroes Egret. (WoodenBoat #56,Plan 400-042 Also in Fifty Wooden Boats) They accompanied an article by Bill Schwicker which showed his plywood and epoxy interpretation...
This little gem is from a 1950 edition of Boat Builder's Annual. Here's a note from Tom Dacon who had one as a boy. Also a photo from Bryan Atwood of Ennis, TX who just built one for his two grandsons!
he 12' Mini-Cup was designed to be cheap and easy to build, be cartoppable, and still be fast and fun. The hull is a snap to build, and incorporates a lot of timesaving features. Sailing is quick and dependable with a kick-up rudder for easy...