Crafting a Strip-Built Kayak

The chapter discusses the meticulous process of constructing a strip-built kayak using wooden strips, fiberglass, and ribs to control buoyancy and ensure stability in the water. It highlights the beauty and functionality of the kayak, including a personal anecdote of a wedding ceremony where a couple paddled off in the canoe. The conversation also touches on weight distribution challenges and the importance of stability in various situations, such as transporting a heavy statue in a canoe.