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Skin-on-Frame: ballistic nylon skin
By:Darren
Date: 4/25/2009, 7:50 am

Hi,

I'm about ready to start planning my second Yost SOF boat (should be covering the first, a Sea Cruiser, tomorrow). I'm using PVC for this one, but would like to try ballistic nylon newt time, for a more rugged boat (FYI most of the lakes I paddle are dammed so have submerged trees, rocks, etc). I'm impressed by John's Shaman Kayaks durability, using ballistic nylon and polyeurethane.

Firstly, where do I get ballistic nylon? What sort of suppliers should I look for - out here in Oz? Same places that sell PVC or something specific? Any Aussies here know a good supplier?

Secondly, the polyeurethane. Any particular type, or just 2-part (or is 1-part OK) from a marine chandlery?

Thanks, I'm all new to this (but plan to be an acomplished SOF frame builder one day!).

Regards,
Darren
Melbourne, Australia

Messages In This Thread

Skin-on-Frame: ballistic nylon skin
Darren -- 4/25/2009, 7:50 am
Sea Cruiser!!!!
John Van Buren -- 4/27/2009, 7:33 am
Re: Sea Cruiser!!!!
Darren -- 4/28/2009, 9:59 pm
Re: Skin-on-Frame: ballistic nylon skin
Phil Nelson -- 4/25/2009, 9:26 pm
Re: Skin-on-Frame: ballistic nylon skin
Brian Lemin -- 4/26/2009, 4:46 am
Re: Skin-on-Frame: ballistic nylon skin
Darren -- 4/28/2009, 9:58 pm
Re: Skin-on-Frame: ballistic nylon skin
Dave Gentry -- 4/25/2009, 9:00 am