C-Forum

I'm trying to arrange transportation of a used slalom C-1 north from Davey Hearn in DC and thought the Armada might be a possible two-step answer (I've already posted on the ride board, but no nibbles yet). Step 1: Is anyone heading to the Armada from DC that would have room on their racks for one m...

My reference to 4 layers was using 10 oz. glass for a total thickness of 40 oz. of cloth, which is comparable to the 36 oz. total thickness of 6 layers of 6 oz. cloth. So we're both recommending about the same thickness coaming.

Need a ride north from DC for a Slalom C-1. Eventual destination is Long Island, NY, but could arrange pick-up in another location as needed. (RIDE COMPLETED 5/21, THANKS TO ALL WHO HELPED OR OFFERED TO DO SO!!!)

Laying up cockpit coamings over 3/4 in. O.D. tubing was standard procedure for boats built at Penn State when John Sweet was still building there (Nittany Valley Boats). PREP: I don't recall using PVA or mold release on the tubing, but it couldn't hurt if you have it available as long as it doesn't ...

There is an easier method that might work if your're only shortening the boat a little (i.e. blunting the ends). The wider and deeper the boat is at the point to which you're shortening, the less desirable this method becomes (i.e. it's great for loping some off that thin stern, but taking a larger ...

I would also be interested in the prices you're looking to get for the paddles and pics if available.

John

Just to put the cautions about errant water splashes and other potential problems with contacts in perspective... Picture yourself on a cold foggy morning paddling up in C-2 to the lip of High Falls on the Cheat Canyon. Just as you're about to head down the drop, your sternsman yells, "I can't see!"...

Ditto

John