Previously made Coroplast Dinghy (earlier Post) was recently "finished". Made of lightweight 4mm corrugated plastic and FOLDABLE, it is an ideal dinghy for my Sun Cat.
Unassembled components.
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Assembled boat.
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l594/CPYOA/Coroplast%20Dinghy/IMG_0322.jpg)
Bow cleat close-up.
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l594/CPYOA/Coroplast%20Dinghy/IMG_0320.jpg)
View from behind shows "wedge " shape of hull.
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l594/CPYOA/Coroplast%20Dinghy/IMG_0323.jpg)
Bow & Stern cleats also used to secure folded boat for storage and transport.
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l594/CPYOA/Coroplast%20Dinghy/IMG_0315.jpg)
Low profile of folded boat with 6" ruler as reference. (2' X 4' 1/4 " plywood floor remains in place when folded.)
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l594/CPYOA/Coroplast%20Dinghy/IMG_0317.jpg)
Ready for launch with folding seat in place.
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l594/CPYOA/Coroplast%20Dinghy/IMG_0324.jpg)
Seatrial in pond behind my Florida Home.
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l594/CPYOA/Coroplast%20Dinghy/IMG_0325.jpg)
Ingenious, Capt:
If I make it down in March, may I go for a sea trial? Looks like you paddle instead of row. Good choice...no need for rowlocks.
Bob23
Bob23,
Depending on WHEN in March, think we would be more comfortable in "Frisky" for a seatrial!
Keep me posted.
capt_nemo
That would be GREAT Capt.! I'll stay in touch about the trip. Unknown forces are attempting to conspire against me but I'll not be defeated! Looks like tentatively around 3/11 thru 3/23. + or -
Bob23
Have lots of "open" windows of opportunity between 3/12 and 3/22, provided you can convince the powers above to waive my $1000 annual renewal fee. Could use a break while waiting for the economy to bounce back, and after all, sail'in stuff ain't gittin any cheaper!
capt_nemo
Looks great Captain!
But I was hoping Bob was gonna sailing with me in March :'(
Actually, I'd like to meet and sail with both of you guys. Billy- your'e not far from the Compac factory if I remember correctly. Part of my plan is to stop and visit the Hutchins and say howdy. Sort of a mecca for us Compac-o-nauts.
Bob23
Capt: Your fee is hereby waived.
Bob I understand if time does not allow. If that is the case, I would be honored to simply have lunch with you if you make it up this way.