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The second pirogue build is on
Posted on 4/23/14 at 5:52 am
Posted on 4/23/14 at 5:52 am
I will be building a pirogue here soon for a family member. So for y'all wanted to come learn. I live just outside of New Roads and for those that would like to come, I'm just trying to figure the best dates for the most people that would like to come.
It really takes two 8-10 hour days. So for the ones that can make one or two days, I will post pictures of progress. Also, going to try to cook for all a the same time. Somewhat a OB get together. Maybe some wild beast or something. FYI, y'all will have to bring your own drinks.
Also, for those that want to build one for themselves, I can make a list of what one will need at the time.
I need to get this done way before it gets hot outside and I am limited to how I feel, so lets keep that in mine.
For me, Wednesday's are out of the question, but open for all weekends.
It really takes two 8-10 hour days. So for the ones that can make one or two days, I will post pictures of progress. Also, going to try to cook for all a the same time. Somewhat a OB get together. Maybe some wild beast or something. FYI, y'all will have to bring your own drinks.
Also, for those that want to build one for themselves, I can make a list of what one will need at the time.
I need to get this done way before it gets hot outside and I am limited to how I feel, so lets keep that in mine.
For me, Wednesday's are out of the question, but open for all weekends.
This post was edited on 10/16/14 at 1:09 pm
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Top RepliesPosted on 7/19/14 at 11:00 am to fishfighter
OK guys that are interested in a set of plans and bow stems. This is what I have so far. With this and that link I posted with full build pictures, I'm sure someone can build one. This is a set for a two man pirogue that is 14' long with 9 1/2" sides and the widest point can be made to 28", but I wouldn't go over 26" for best tracking.
Let me know what y'all think.
Let me know what y'all think.
Posted on 7/15/14 at 5:32 pm to Bleeding purple
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Hang in there fish.
Oh, I am.
Pulled off 3 lbs today. Mini Me 3. Used a rich mahogany stain. 5 coats of spar varnish inside and 3 outside. Still needs to lite sand the outside again and two more coats.
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Posted on 4/23/14 at 6:02 am to fishfighter
Awesome thing you doing here Fish. Its almost a loat art. You builind out of plywood?
Posted on 4/23/14 at 6:06 am to CHEDBALLZ
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You builind out of plywood?
Yes. And yes, wood boat building is almost lost here in Louisiana.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 6:09 am to fishfighter
Does this include a pile of Bud Lights scattered about the construction area?
Posted on 4/23/14 at 6:23 am to 4LSU2
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Does this include a pile of Bud Lights scattered about the construction area?
That is 99% of boat building art of a coonass way of doing things right.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 6:23 am to fishfighter
Lost art is true. I've been following a few other boat builders the last few months at Texas Kayak Fisherman. Most are hobbyist but they're fun to follow unless they take long breaks between updates.
Can't wait for your build thread.
Can't wait for your build thread.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 6:53 am to fishfighter
I will be keeping up with this thread
Posted on 4/23/14 at 7:30 am to fishfighter
i'm open most fridays & weekends. i'd love to see it.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 7:34 am to gorillacoco
IN......time, place, supplies....
Posted on 4/23/14 at 7:49 am to choupiquesushi
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choupiquesushi
fair warning, if you're there i'm going to pester you with duck calling questions.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 7:53 am to fishfighter
Please post list of building materials, my Dad used to build them back in the late 70's and earlier 80's. Really awesome to do.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 7:56 am to fishfighter
FishFighter, What the ratio of Cases of beer to built Pirouge?
Will 2 case's per man per day work?
Also do I need a Yeti?
Will 2 case's per man per day work?
Also do I need a Yeti?
This post was edited on 4/23/14 at 7:58 am
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:07 am to gorillacoco
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choupiquesushi
fair warning, if you're there i'm going to pester you with duck calling questions.
ha.. might have to drag along choupique jr to clinic you.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:10 am to fishfighter
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quote:
You builind out of plywood?
Yes. And yes, wood boat building is almost lost here in Louisiana.
one of me earliest memories was watching one of my grand paws and his minions building a couple - circa late 60s.... I had the one my grandpa built but it was swiped from me in 84......been wanting to build a wooden one since....
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:25 am to hogdaddy
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FishFighter, What the ratio of Cases of beer to built Pirouge?
12 to 18 beers for me per day.
Yeti? HELL NO! Have my old Gott boxes on hand.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:29 am to choupiquesushi
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IN......time, place, supplies....
I will try to get a list up today. Getting a infusion right now and it kind of knocks the crap out of me. Besides having a bad head is not helping.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:30 am to fishfighter
Were did you end up finding the plywood last time? I remember is being difficult to locate.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:38 am to fishfighter
Will do all I can to make it, whenever it is. Weekends work better for me though and i would really like to build one as well as learn. I can help with cooking
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:41 am to fishfighter
Awesome thing you're doing......wish I lived closer so I could attend!
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