The LPB Kayak Design, in Detail

[@JohnWBarry-ml7mw]

Brian, after having paddled my LPB for 13 seasons, I must say you captured it all. Since I spend all my time inside the cockpit, it was fun to see aerial drone videos of the LPB it man6 situations and modes… and fun to see it paddling next to an F1 (like my paddling buddy built). I can say that I could not be happier with the LPB. And 12.5 years later I am still accepting compliments on the look/speed of the boat and I explain the building process and materials at least once a week (still). Thanks for a great design and workshop. BTW, my LPB is a little “pointier” as you experimented with a subtle built up point that makes it look sleeker still. I’ll email a photo.

[@lisawiese3240]

Yeah, Long Performance Boat!! Love it! I agree with John Barry, those aerial shots are just so beautiful! It's a great design and edges like a dream! Thanks, Brian, I always learn so much every time you post!

[@renojaloleyui7099]

When I started to watch your videos a few years ago, I thought that the peaked deck design looks kind of weard but I really do love it now for it look and practical advantages

[@inmyopinion6836]

How do you feel about dagger boards? Yes , on canoes! Would the extra drag offset the benefits?

[@yru435]

I paddled an LPB kayak and I can report that this construction method makes a noticeably lighter and easier to handle boat than the composite kayaks or the rotomolded kayaks. The best feature in my limited experience is that the boat is fast-I could really cover the distance. I think it is the hull design mostly, not my paddling.

[@johanlarsson7180]

I think Long Performance Boat would be a really good name change actually.

[@paulocesarseverosoares767]

Lindo projeto 👏👏🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@hugogonzalez2997]

Planos donde los puedo comprar?

[@capefalconkayak]

@@hugogonzalez2997 puedes encontrarlo en el sitio web pero vas a necesitar los videos de construcción y los planes para completar el proyecto. la única problema es que todos son en inglés. Si hablas inglés no pasa nada, pero si no, sería muy difícil para entender! yo hablo español, pero no tengo planes o clases en español. Perdón!

[@hutchdw77]

2023 I’m saving for plans and materials. 2024 I’m buying and building.

[@kevinmencer3782]

Your sizing chart only goes up to 240 pounds. What would you recommend for, say, 265?

[@capefalconkayak]

I’ve recently made some major changes in the way I am sizing the larger versions of these kayaks. Basically, I figured out a way to make a custom scale for any size and as people request different sizes, I’m adding them to the plan sets. The only challenge with the LPB is that it gets a bit challenging to build in the largest sizes because you have to find lumber that is very long and perfectly straight with perfectly even flex. For this reason when people get over about 230 pounds, I tend to steer them towards the F1 design, which has a little better stability and doesn’t require quite as long as lumber. For example, the new 250 lb size F1 is 16’ long. If you’re not gonna be loading it down heavily or doing a bunch of camping, that might actually be perfect for you. Feel free to email me and we can chat more about it.

[@kevinmencer3782]

@@capefalconkayak thanks for the info. I gotta say, you're one of the few KZbinrs who takes the time to answer questions in a respectful and helpful way, and it's always appreciated.

[@niftytheviking]

​@@capefalconkayakthanks for keeping us bigger dudes in mind, I've been trying to find a good kayak design for someone my size (pushing 260lbs), and I keep coming back to your kayaks. I really appreciate you making the designs more scalable. That said, I really want to build one rigged for sailing, so between the F1 and LPB, which do you think performs better under sail?

[@johnkowlok3231]

That is a fine looking boat. Very eloquent,… that aesthetic counts for something, right? The F1 is more practicable in almost every way, but damn! The LPB is Pulp Fiction’s version of a $5 milkshake.

[@wadepatton2433]

insane analogy, love it! 🤣😎

[@jeffersonlisboa7705]

Parabéns

[@Giovanpire]

❤️💯👏👏👏👏👏🇧🇷

[@georgefranklin2738]

Beautiful kayak. One would wonder why anyone would use a wooden paddle when there are carbon fiber paddles that are far lighter and more effective.

[@capefalconkayak]

I made a whole video that goes into detail on the subject that’s part of my Greenland paddle building series. If you go to the following link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqOvgWyYpNGgp7c And then start around 3:15, I talked a lot about the advantages and disadvantages of traditional Greenland paddles. The short answer is that efficiency is identical in the weight is pretty close too (I’m usually around 1 lb. 10 oz.) What I like about them is that the design is a lot easier on your body and they are much easier to roll with. What is nice because it flexes a little better than carbon fiber, which creates a noticeable difference in paddle feel, but I’m not a purist. I use a variety of different kinds of paddles just depending on the type of boating I’m doing. For me it’s just about using the right tool for the job.

[@georgefranklin2738]

@@capefalconkayak Watched your video. Been kayak fishing since 2007. I stick by my original statement. My favorite paddle is 250 CM.

[@brianwicks7623]

@@georgefranklin2738 Wooden paddles are not as light but how exactly is a carbon paddle more effective? You can get the same shape etc. out of wood. Wooden paddles are "warmer" in the winter time. The biggest reason for me is durability. I have seen many carbon paddles break during races and my wooded Aleutian paddle keeps on going. It will not break from thermal shock or small fractures developing over time.

[@georgefranklin2738]

@@brianwicks7623 I have an Ono carbon paddle that I bought 7 years ago. It weighs 28 OZ and is as tough as any paddle I have ever seen. Carbon fiber blades move water far more efficiently than wood. If you haven tried one, you need too. You'll never go back to wood.

[@dave_myers]

www.youtube.com/@CaringmedicalProlotherapy this guy does some interesting stuff with cervical spine nerves and dysautonomic conditions, may be relevant. That's quite the suite of projects you've got on the go, super impressive.