82 EQUIPMENT. 



in a smooth curve to 4£ inches at centre. 

 The top edges must also be cut down at 

 either end to a depth of 2 inches, dimin- 

 ishing in a gradual curve to middle of board, 

 otherwise the bow and stern would " cock-up " 

 too much, increasing the difficulty of paddling 

 in a strong side wind. 



The bow-ends may now be screwed to the stem 

 (see c in the figure), care first being taken that 

 they are evenly placed. The bulkhead-board (the 

 bottom edge being even with the inside lower 

 edge of sides) is next nailed or screwed in. This 

 should be 18^ inches in width on top and 11 

 inches wide on bottom (back side), and placed per- 

 pendicular with top edge of side-board, 27 inches 

 back (measured along the side) from point 

 of bow. The stern-ends and stern-post are 

 now screwed together, and temporary braces 

 put in to secure the sides in proper position 

 to receive the ribs. The width of middle 

 set should be, top, 39 inches ; bottom, 26 inches — 

 inside measurements. Light cords are now bound 

 round outside of the boards to draw them in place 

 where they are inclined to spring off too wide, and 

 the stern-seat brace (permanent) put in. This, 

 made of pine and similar to the bulkhead, should 



