The "How To" of Strip Building

“After years of teaching, designing, building and producing plans for kayaks, I receive countless requests for tips and hints on methods used in our shop. I now share my skills and knowledge with you to promote and foster the Wooden Boat Building Community”

“Much of the details are taken directly from our building manuals which are included in all our kayak plans. Now you can read some of it for yourself. Since there are many different methods to assemble a strip built kayak, the details below are intended for information only and have been specifically written for building Orca Boats kayaks. Feel free to browse the sections below, borrow what works for you and revise what doesn't. New information is added on a regular basis as new techniques and tips are generated, so visit often. All the categories are in full colour printable version. Click on the Printable Download Format (PDF) icon from the list. Some sections also include downloadable diagrams”

I hope you find the information useful and assists you in turning your “Paddling Dreams into Reality”.

Rod Tait
President
Orca Canoes and Kayaks Ltd.
Designers and Builders of Orca Boats

Note: The following text and photos are copyrighted. Use for anything other than personal is strictly prohibited and punishable by law. To purchase the full instructional manual, go to Order Form.

Kayak Building