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By Kai Sturmann. In this article, we explore the rebirth of a classic rowing shell. Not having any particular skills in wooden boat building or repair, I embarked on a project to resuscitate a near-derelict wooden rowing shell. Determination is a 23′, Joseph Garofalo-built, single sliding-seat wherry. While fully expecting this to be an immersive […]
The bottom of a typical trailered powerboat is not something that gets a lot of daily attention but has a very important job. Since I have been involved in boat building and repair my entire career, I may think more than most boaters about what is going on below my feet when running through waves. […]
We have created videos, instructions, and Epoxyworks articles about repairing cored laminates, so why another article about repairing cored laminates? I thought it would be good to summarize some important aspects of cored laminate design and how to make the best repairs. Balsa Core First, let’s discuss the most popular and dreaded topic about cored […]
By Hugh Horton She’s as tough as a sand barge, while light enough for octogenarians to haul her upa beach. Epoxy is key. “But, Meade,” I said in Cedar Key in 2016, “look at this model!” He’d been admiring the use of G/flex® on the house’s shower pan. The 2′ model was Clam Girl. Clam […]
The right epoxy resin tools for the job By Avery Jorgensen, GBI Composite Materials Engineer Wetting out fabric is very important when making or repairing any composite part. Encapsulating each fiber in resin assures the highest level of strength and durability possible. Most of us do it without thinking about what the best way might […]
