Simple BOAT BUILD for beginners! How to Build a Solo Skiff with Stitch and Glue - Solo Skiff Plans

This is a compilation of the step by step instructions for this solo skiff build (also known as a microskiff build). It's part of the series: how to build a boat, containing videos with instructions for building an easy, stitch and glue diy plywood boat with FRS-12 solo skiff plans from Salt Boatworks. Build your own boat with plans available at www.saltboatwo...
This compilation of videos is for building a one person, 12' wooden plywood boat (also called a solo skiff or microskiff) for fishing or exploring the flats. The solo skiff plans for this simple build come with full size patterns, which eliminate measuring, lofting and all guesswork. It takes approximately 50 hours to build and requires basic carpentry tools. All of these features make it perfect for a first time builder. It can be paddled or powered with a trolling motor or 6hp max. The 6hp cruises at 15 mph.
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Materials List:
- 4 sheets of 3/16" plywood
- 50' of 1/2" x 1" cypress
- 60' of 1" x 1" cypress
- 2.5 gallons marine epoxy
- 18 c/f of 2lb expanding foam
- 12 yards of 10 oz fiberglass cloth
- paint and primer
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[@joethebuilder2480]

Do you need limber holes,or does water not get through deck?Is water condensing in there an issue?

[@adriansandoval90]

Would you be able to build this out of insulation foam instead of wood ? Use same template but instead , use it on foam and glue together ?

[@saltboatworks1139]

Wood is the main structural material of this boat. Swapping it out for insulation foam, a material with no structural qualities, would not work.

[@joshuaanderson4277]

How do you find the angles and compound curves for the hull design?

[@saltboatworks1139]

We design our boats by sketching a concept to develop it. Then we 3D model the design in a software called Rhino3D to create the plans, prints and templates.

[@eddyhasbari8752]

Dapatkah aku mendapatkan sketsa konsep tersebut secara gratis saudara ku, aku sangat ingin membuat seperti mu

[@denny_dn]

hai sir, i want built like this boat. but can you send blue print. i never build boat before, thanks

[@djkingpersia]

very nice! i hope your getting $$ considering how much these boats cost new 500 to 2500 is a deal. on the other hand for the life of i can't understand why if your making a "boat" why don't you use pressure treated plywood and lumber? if you ahve over 20 years or at least 10 years of home repair experiance you can make these all day without plans! you don't need curves everywhere either. simply add some angles and you should be good to go

[@FL-gg4dq]

Hey how much does this weigh?? . Awesome stuff. Subscribed

[@saltboatworks1139]

About 100lbs. Thanks!

[@chrisfederoff1047]

How do you title and register a homemade boat?

[@saltboatworks1139]

You can find info on that in the FAQ section of our website.

[@chrisfederoff1047]

Salt Boatworks thank you!

[@Hardballleather]

How long does it last wood always rots and stuff lol

[@saltboatworks1139]

Marine plywood properly encapsulated in epoxy will last as long as a comparable boat pulled from a mold.

[@andrewcheek7641]

Where can you find plans for that boat and what kind of boat is that called

[@saltboatworks1139]

Plans are available for purchase on our website: www.saltboatworks.com/product/flats-river-skiff-12/ It is often called a solo skiff or micro skiff

[@ericsilva1550]

What kind of plywood and what thickness do you use?

[@saltboatworks1139]

Marine grade plywood 3/16" or 1/4" thick. Plans are available on our website. www.saltboatworks.com

[@wolneymateus5833]

???

[@saltboatworks1139]

Plans are available for purchase on our website: www.saltboatworks.com/product/flats-river-skiff-12/

[@toms2014]

THIS IS NOT A SOLO SKIFF.

[@guadygonzalez10]

beautiful boat friend. where do you get plans for boats? thanks

[@hang-awt]

do you have some plans for begginer, somethign free

[@ecomarinebd]

any plans to make it solar energy driven, with batteries?

[@untungsupriyadi2321]

Ini baru jenius,sy mau buat contoh bote solo seperti anda👍👍👍👍👍

[@oussamanouiourat4843]

Vvvveryyyy wonderful ...I wanna make a boat like that ...🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@muratcomert3914]

Always this Luke video but not give the plana shematik measures peeeh

[@MarcusCristianodosReis]

Do you sell the plan to building the the skiff?

[@saltboatworks1139]

Yes, on our website, www.saltboatworks.com

[@deltahunter2302]

Are those foam is a must?

[@saltboatworks1139]

Yes, we use the compressive strength of the foam as part of the structural support of the hull. It is also a USCG requirement for boats under 20'

[@FL-gg4dq]

Anyway to make it lighter ??? Full fiberglass????

[@saltboatworks1139]

The completed boat weighs approximately 100lbs. A solid glass boat would not save weight but would likely increase in weight.

[@Juandongduck]

@@saltboatworks1139 Even with the foam inside it weighs 100 lbs?

[@OneWayTraffic]

@@Juandongduck The foam might be used to help support deck and hull panels. You might save a little weight removing it, and possibly adding some extra partial beams if needed. In general though, wood (due to lower density) is stronger and stiffer pound for pound than almost any other material, until you get into some really expensive composite sandwiches.

[@hisokamorow109]

Come on man you gotta finish this your the only person on youtube that accualy makes a good video

[@saltboatworks1139]

Yes we do need to finish! We have the videos recorded we just need to edit and upload them.

[@jdm.1889]

Please do!

[@wolneymateus5833]

Could you provide me the skiff's plans? please

[@saltboatworks1139]

Plans are available for purchase on our website: www.saltboatworks.com/product/flats-river-skiff-12/

[@saltboatworks1139]

@Oscar Zamora We started this company ourselves with help from many others in the industry. We are not thieves or liars and strive to run a reputable business. All designs are original and ours.