by Robert Whittier
It’s 131/2 feet long, and is ideal for fishing or cruising
Here is a 13½-foot utility skiff which will appeal to fishermen and others who want something suitable for outboard motors in the 3 to 71/2-hp range. This boat’s hull has been designed to run efficiently at moderate speeds with small motors and, while it has the strength to handle greater power, motors larger than this will cause its bow to ride high and the bottom to pound. If you wish to use a large motor it would be best to choose some other design. The details of this boat have been thoroughly worked out and many have been built from these plans. The “boxy” look characteristic of many simplified designs has been avoided, yet if the plans and instructions are followed it should go together with no difficulty. This boat is very stable and is ideal for fishing and general use, or as a children’s boat. it is quite buoyant and, while not intended for open water, will prove quite safe on lakes and bays.
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