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The boats on this site are the product of a collaboration between Urban Boat Builders and Boys Totem Town. The residents of BTT benefit greatly from the experience of building boats. The experience includes: reading blueprints, carpentry, using power tools, teamwork, and most importantly, the pride of a job well done. The boats are constructed under the tutelage of a master boat builder. Once completed, the boats are given a water trial and the boys experience the fun of an initial launch.
Recently, budget cuts have put the program in jeopardy. The program needs to be self sufficient by year's end. The price of these boats is significantly under market value and is just enough to cover the expenses needed to build more boats.
If you have any questions or would like to arrange a time to look at a boat, please contact Frank Taft at 651-485-8052.
2 Available!
13-Foot Wee Lassie
Traditionally built lapstrake solo canoe $1300
*Northern white pine planking on white oak frames
*Copper and bronze fastenings
*Tung Oil Finish
*Tracks very well
*Under 40 lbs! Easily car-toppable.
Specifications: length: 13', beam: 26", weight: <40lbs
Comments: This attractive solo canoe is well suited for short flatwater trips. It handles easily with a double paddle and is capable of carrying a week's worth of gear. The pivoting lumbar support is a comfortable feature not typically available with standard bench seats. Comes with a closed-cell foam seating pad.
North Bay -- an 18' 7" kayak
designed by Chesapeake Light Craft $1000
*4mm okoume plywood
*6 oz. fiberglass cloth sheathing inside cockpit and outside bottom
*Quality marine enamel and 4 coats marine varnish
*Fast boat, intended for experienced paddlers
*Fore and aft hatched buoyancy compartments
*Closed cell foam seat and adjustable lumbar support
*Adjustable footbraces
Specifications: length: 18'7", beam: 20", weight: 45lbs.
Comments: Do you like speed? This is your boat. With an overall length nearing nineteen feet, this boat likes to go fast. When you finally slow it down, people can gawk at its good looks.
Copper-tipped, double bladed paddle.......just $75 with boat ($90 regularly)
Chesapeake Triple - 21-foot touring kayak
designed by Chesapeake Light Craft $1100
*4mm okoume plywood
*6 oz. fiberglass cloth sheathing inside cockpits and outside bottom
*Quality marine enamel and 3 coats marine varnish
*Excellent for expeditions or day-tripping
*Fore and aft buoyancy compartments
*Closed cell foam seats and adjustable lumbar supports
Specifications: length: 21’, beam: 30", weight: 67lbs.
Comments:
Who ever thought of a kayak as a family boat? Well now you can. This capacious triple with a capacity of 700lbs is well-balanced, stable, and comfortable. We’d also venture to say that with three strong paddlers, no other kayak will be able to catch you. Of course, you’ll also look good while you leave other boaters in your wake.
