Building the Uqbar Dinghy
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- CUT all parts to exact shape with the help of our cutting diagrams.
- EPOXY fiberglass tape on the outside of the seams.
- STITCH the hull panels together with metal or plastic wire-ties.
- SNIP OFF the wire ends on the outside and fair.
- GLUE the panels together by spreading epoxy putty over the wires
In just a long weekend or a few evenings, you can realize your boat dreams with the guidance and detailed instructions offered in Building the Uqbar Dinghy. Boatbuilder/designer Redjeb Jordania walks you through the building process with advice on materials, techniques, tricks and traps, and more. Inside you will find:
- Plans and cutting diagrams for all models, including rowing as well as sailing versions
- A captioned Visual Guide that will show you all the steps and illustrates vividly the techniques used in building an Uqbar
- Detailed step-by-step instructions
- First-hand descriptions from boat enthusiasts of their experiences building the dinghy on their own to give you the confidence that you can do it, too
- A glossary of terms related to the building process
- A list of suppliers so you can easily find what you need
If you are a boat enthusiast, a Scout leader looking for an epic project for your troop, or a woodworking hobbyist wanting a new challenge, Building the Uqbar Dinghy gives you all you need to fulfill your boatbuilding dreams.
Redjeb Jordania
Son of the president of the first Republic of Georgia, Redjeb Jordania was born and raised in Paris and later moved to New York City and East Hampton. A former student of L’Ecole des Sciences Politiques and a graduate of Yale University, at various periods of his life Redjeb has been a Visiting Scholar at the Harriman Institute, a professional pianist/composer, a professor of Maritime History, a Marine Museum Director, a foreign-language textbooks writer and editor. He frequently travels to France and Georgia where he retains many ties.Recent Publications:All My Georgias: Paris-New York-Tbilisi (a memoir)Escape from the South Fork and Other Stories (Short Stories)New York Au Ras Les Rues: vignettes des années 70 (Stories)Music Compositions:The Chamber Music of Redjeb Jordania, Vol. 3 (CD recording)Percussion Concerto, Perkiomen Suite for piano (CD recording)All the above available from Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Kindle, Nook, and most other venues
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