by christopher crowhurst | Jan 13, 2015 | build gallery
What model Shrike did you choose? A Shrike, the original design with key hole cockpit. What modifications, if any, did you make to the design described in the Build Manual? I raised the topsides by an additional 10mm to create greater free-board. I also added...
by christopher crowhurst | Jan 10, 2015 | build gallery
What model Shrike did you choose? Shrike Too What modifications, if any, did you make to the design described in the Build Manual? 4mm for plywood was used for the hull panels. This means that the perimeter of the bulkheads needed to be shaved by 1mm where they touch...
by christopher crowhurst | Oct 26, 2014 | build gallery
What model Shrike did you choose? Shrike Too What modifications, if any, did you make to the design described in the Build Manual? I reduced the topsides on the stern deck by 29mm.
by christopher crowhurst | Oct 22, 2014 | build gallery
What model Shrike did you choose? Shrike-R with the 60mm lower topsides What modifications, if any, did you make to the design described in the Build Manual? I widened the cockpit to the edges of the sheer clamps. What is the weight of the finished kayak? 23lbs How...
by christopher crowhurst | Oct 21, 2014 | build gallery
What model Shrike did you choose? Shrike Too What modifications, if any, did you make to the design described in the Build Manual? Marine plywood is like unobtainium here in Dubai, and I ended up using Malaysian “bendy” ply. It is a nominal 4mm (actually...
by christopher crowhurst | Aug 26, 2014 | build gallery
What model Shrike did you choose? Shrike Too What modifications, if any, did you make to the design described in the Build Manual? I enlarged the cockpit slightly and reduced the height of the foredeck by a centimetre. What is the weight of the finished kayak? I also...
