Building the Greenland Kayak

I refered to this book a lot while building my Yost style non-folders and found it so well written and informative that I just have to give it a plug here.

Even if you aren’t building a traditional style Greenland kayak there are a lot of good general building tips, design criteria and history that make this book a must read for anyone building a skin on frame. Christopher includes a high level of detail in most areas and maintains a genuine helpful tone throughout. Many of the methods discussed within will usefull if you are using modern materials like the aluminum and plastic frames of a Yost style folder or carving and bending your ribs from driftwood.

The Amazon price is around $12 so it is easy to afford and worth the price soley for the entertainment value.