Petrel "Play" SG - Stitch and Glue Compact Sea Kayak Downloadable Plans and CNC files

Designed by sea kayak expert Nick Schade, the Petrel Play SG offers impressive versatility and performance in a compact 14-foot-long design. With efficient multi-chined shaping in the front and reliable single chine in the back, this kayak is perfect for navigating big waves and rock gardens as well as leisurely paddling. Featuring roomy and comfortable details like ample knee and footroom, as well as watertight hatches for light camping trips, the Petrel Play appeals to paddlers of all sizes and abilities. Whether you're a seasoned pro or intermediate woodworker, this kit is perfect for crafting a top-of-the-line kayak that can handle any challenge.

Nick has produced a full video series providing in-depth instructions for the complete build. You can watch the Playlist on YouTube.

Included in the PDF Plans:

• Eight 24" x 36" [61cm x 91cm] Drawing Pages plus 3 Full Length Panel Patterns including: An overall drawing, patterns for recessed hatches and cockpit, and forms. The long panels assume you will pre-scarf long pieces of plywood and then trace the full size patterns on to those long blanks.

Included in the PDF Manual:

• Building The Petrel Play SG: This instruction manual written by Nick Schade guides you step by step through this build process.

Included in the CNC/DXF File:

• Tool Paths to Cut 4mm Plywood Parts: Cut your own Kit. Set up with puzzle joints to fit on 3 sheets of standard sized 4mm Okoume plywood, the hatch recesses should be cut from 3mm or thinner. No Instructions Included

NOTE: These plans include a license to build one kayak. If you would like to build more than one, please contact Nick for details.

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