I can't stand getting beat by Shorty, so I have modified my flotation to be able to self rescue properly.
I added foam to one side of the boat, about 4'' thick by about 7'. It is held in with a stick and a couple pieces of plywood.
Here is how it supposed to work.
If I capsize, the boat will float on its side to about the top of the foam.
I then right the boat by pulling down on the center board.
Then I climb in and have very little water in the boat.
If I capsize to the wrong side, flip it to the other side and then right it.
It saves a little weight with foam in only one side.
I don't know, though, if I can climb in without causing another capsize.
I'll maybe add some kind of rope sling for a foot-hold.
Picture shows my new rudder, off of an Uncle John 10.
I have been repairing a real cajun pirogue that my uncle owned 50 years ago.
It is frame and plywood and was in repairable condition.
I'm having fun doing it and am nearly through.
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