Unfortunately, our workshop is a little bit to small to work on both hulls at the same time. To gain space for the growing windward hull we decided to seal the leeward hull entirely from moisture and store it outdoor.
Windward hull taking shape
After the framing is done its time for the side panels to create the hull shell.
Windward hull framing
In analogy to the leeward hull we’ve started the windward hull with the bottom and the bulkheads.
The next step is to glue the stringer is and shape them (if required)
Windward hull construction started!
LW hull bottom rounded and glassed
Last step of the leeward hull construction: the bottom chines got rounded and the entire outside glassed.
OK leeward hull, you are finished now. Get out of the workshop and make space for the windward hull!
Leeward hull turtled
After the deck is finished its time to turn the hull around and get the outside prepared and glassed.
Leeward hull deck is finished!
Leeward hull deck under construction
After the hull shell is finished it need o get closed.
Leeward Hull is coming together
The side panels of the main hull are glued on now. Eventually, it looks like a boat!
Winter is coming
Its almost winter time in Germany 🙁 In the northern part that means rain, fog, darkness and temperatures around 5°C. No ideal conditions for boat building.
Fortunately, our workshop is equipped with an oven and plenty of firewood. With a good fire it’s quite cozy in there and work is a pleasure!