This video documents the design process and construction of a custom sea kayak, named "Runner," by renowned boat designer and builder Nick Schade
Plans and kits to build Runner are available here: https://guillemot-kayaks.com/catalog/strip-built/sea-kayak-solo-racing/runner
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0:00 Introduction
0:24 Design Goals
1:32 Design Details
3:50 Building the Forms
6:17 Staple-less Strip Planking
10:00 Woodworking Techniques
15:19 The Router Trick
16:55 Deck Strip Planking
21:36 Releasing the Hull
22:22 Joining Deck and Hull
25:35 Deck Accents
28:46 Fairing and Sanding
31:35 Reinforcing and Fiberglass
38:16 Skeg Control Slot
40:57 Rudder and Fairleads
41:56 Leveling Part Line
42:38 Compass Installation
44:41 Final Assembly and Finish
45:28 Conclusion