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Nomadulino v02 build: Wood pattern floor and grass pattern sides paint-glued on

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Here are some pictures of the build of Nomadulino v02, a foam kayak (simple styrofoam based), incorporating some of the lessons of Nomadulino v01. Reason to choose for styrofoam over extruded styrofoam was cost (much cheaper). Similarly this version is covered in multiple layers of cloth held in place with D3 PVA glue or with…

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Below a list of some good DIY Kayak building resources: Portable boats: A former NASA engineer who now designs small boats which can be taken apart for easy storage and transport. There are also some plans for e.g. a foldable kayak seat, foldable mast, and for tape and glue joining wooden panels. https://www.portableboatplans.com/a-test-page.php Sawfish, the…

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One way scupper valves made from Black and Decker one way garden hose connectors: Original garden hose connector

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Although my Nomadulino v01 foam kayak (extruded polystyrene based) is unsinkable, and I row in calm inland waters, there is still some collection of water dripping into the boat from the paddles, or there might be some coming in from waves when rowing in wind and waves on open water. Sit on top kayaks tend…

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