"Thanks for the info and photo, I plan on figuring something out. Also, what did you use on the exterior wall in reference to your cockpit drain? Your recent boat turned out really well! Have you had the opportunity to take her out? I picked up…"
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Guy Fredrickson Apr 9, 2012.
New pics of Wood/Plascore Briggs Dory
Started Jan 9, 2012
PAGING DR. JIM RUBINO
Started May 26, 2011
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Marc Tittle left a comment for Jeremy Christensen
"Hey, I am building a stitch and glue Nevills boat. The hull is so shallow that a self-bailing rowers cockpit would end up as a sit on top. Since cataract boats have an extremely wet design, I wanted to pick your brain about bilge pumps. It appears…"
Jeremy Christensen replied to Hal Jaeke's discussion Low water Deso/Gray Canyons in a Dory
"Dooder- no Deso this year, banking up for the Grand in October. Making the last big push on the boat, just need to flip it for paint and flip it back for all the hardware and finishing touches. Hope to launch her by the end of next month!"
Jeremy Christensen replied to Hal Jaeke's discussion Low water Deso/Gray Canyons in a Dory
"You'll be just fine with rafts, fully loaded commercial boats will run it all summer. Just pay extra attention to the channels, choose wisely."
Jeremy Christensen replied to Hal Jaeke's discussion Low water Deso/Gray Canyons in a Dory
"It's really rocky at lower water, some very shallow bars, etc."
Guy Fredrickson replied to Jeremy Christensen's discussion Grand Canyon Dory
"That's a beautiful looking boat."
Jeremy Christensen replied to Ben Kittell's discussion Historic Float
"The ultimate historic recreation: http://www.firstpeople.us/canoe/ls/mandan-bull-boat.jpg
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Jeremy Christensen replied to Ben Kittell's discussion Historic Float
"Required reading: http://www.fretwater.com/Fretwater_Press/Doing_of_the_Thing.html
"...the last bad one above me--the Bad Rapid--Lava Cliff--that I had been looking for, nearly a thousand miles--I thought: once past there my reward will begin,…"
Jeremy Christensen commented on Paul Wackowski's blog post Decked Mckenzie Build
"I was just talking about for your boat, not a system for other boats... You could add false ribs, with a slot running the length that would accept a plywood (or whatever material) bulkhead, that could slide in and out, almost like a headgate or…"
Jim Rubino left a comment for Jeremy Christensen
"Hey Jeremy: that looks like a familiar stage on your Briggs - hope that comes together well for you. I too got some plans from Andy back in 2000 and cobbled together my Briggs boat, just returned from my 6th Grand trip with it on a…"
Jeremy Christensen commented on Paul Wackowski's blog post Decked Mckenzie Build
"How are you planning to attach the decks? Are you going to add thwarts/bulkheads?
Would be the perfect opportunity to design some sort of bolt on removable decking system. Sandy at montana-riverboats.com has been talking up the idea for a…"
Jeremy Christensen commented on Jim Rubino's blog post High Water Deso
"Jim, just talked with Larry. We had two people drop out, spots paid and food provided for. If you can book a shuttle and get to Sand Wash tonight or early tomorrow morning for a launch tomorrow morning, come on! Only catch is I get to row your boat…"
Jeremy Christensen commented on Jim Rubino's blog post High Water Deso
"You launch Friday? So do we. See you at SW. Should be lots of fun, Deso is tons'o'fun for dories."
Jeremy Christensen replied to Andrew's discussion Green River & Points in Between Trip
"Yes we are. I try not to take it for granted, because it truly is an incredible resource. We need people to be vigilant though, because there is no guarantee that is will stay this way for…"
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Wood/Plascore Briggs
Nearing completion of this 16'9'' X 48" Hutchinson-design Briggs boat for the Grand Canyon. We have a launch in October to look forward to, hoping to get this out on soon for some water time. Here I am dry fitting the hatch lid pieces. Just finished the gunwales. …
Posted on May 21, 2012 at 11:00am
Installing Bulkheads
The boat is nicely taking form, with all bulkheads filletted into place, except the front passenger seat thwart. I'm sure the traditional builders will chuckle watching me torture the hull into shape, but I tell you what...this free-form, right side up method of building is fun and very visually gratifying, like sculpting almost, watching the lines emerge. The lines, BTW, are beautiful. Very graceful, and aggressive at the same time, like the river for which it was designed.… Continue
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 10:42am
Emergence
Ribless Briggs dory coming to life. My Fiance and I are building this together, for a 2012 honeymoon in the Grand. Posted on May 20, 2011 at 10:13am — 6 Comments
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 5:37pm on February 12, 2013,
Marc Tittle said… Thanks for the info and photo, I plan on figuring something out. Also, what did you use on the exterior wall in reference to your cockpit drain? Your recent boat turned out really well! Have you had the opportunity to take her out? I picked up my plans from Andy, and continuing advice to make my Nevills boat eventually happen. Marc
- At 7:10am on February 12, 2013, Marc Tittle said…
Hey, I am building a stitch and glue Nevills boat. The hull is so shallow that a self-bailing rowers cockpit would end up as a sit on top. Since cataract boats have an extremely wet design, I wanted to pick your brain about bilge pumps. It appears you have spent a chunk of time trying different options. I am wondering what choices have worked best for you? Type of pump, plumbing diameter, etc, and etc. Also, info from anyone else would be appreciated. Thanks Marc
- At 7:29am on August 8, 2011,
Jim Rubino said… Hey Jeremy: that looks like a familiar stage on your Briggs - hope that comes together well for you. I too got some plans from Andy back in 2000 and cobbled together my Briggs boat, just returned from my 6th Grand trip with it on a 25,000 flow, best ride ever.
best, Jim
- At 6:57am on June 3, 2011,
Jim Rubino said… Hey Jeremy: hope you had a great float, let me know what happened, looking at your fetal briggs brings back old memories, can't believe it's been 10 years since I built mine.
best to you, Jim
- At 6:26pm on March 23, 2010,
Jon Koenig said… - Alright! hope to explore down there while out in the split mtn area, do a loop type of trip. have wanted to experience that river. the boulder boat works boat is great, i love it, i don't have any other experience with other dory boat lines & construction, but compared to my rafting background, its paradise.
- At 12:19pm on December 10, 2009,
Robb Grubb said… - Jeremy,
Thanks for the info, I have not started on the interior yet, so your input is very helpful.
Cheers,
Robb
www.RiverTraining.net
- At 12:19pm on December 7, 2009, Robb Grubb said…
- Jeremy,
I am in the planning stages of a decked dory and am picking the brains of all you dory guys regarding hatch design. One of the photos on your page (great photos by the way!) "flip test" got me thinking of the water tightness of prolonged exposure to water such as a flip. Did the water stay out? Any photos or guidance you could send along of hatch design would be appreciated...
Cheers,
Robb Grubb
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