Crawfish Tandem is similar to Crawfish but larger so that it can handle two people plus the seats are elevated like in a canoe. Unlike a true Pirogue it has a slight V bottom instead of a flat bottom. The V is better suited to this style of construction. It will will also improve the tracking of the boat.
It’s simple lines will make it go together very quickly and with no deck most of the skin is just stapled in place and covered with a rub strip to hide the staples, as well as protect the skin when you pull along side a pier or another boat. The only sewing is on the ends and even this can be stapled if you install stem bands.
Crawfish is great boat for someone wanting to build their first boat or maybe wants to try Skin on frame but has concerns. I can see this as a great Father-Son project or a project for the Kids Camp or a even a Boy or Girl Scout project. The quick construction time will help to keep the short attention spans from loosing interest. Since you can skin with Polyester and waterproof it with paint, it’s also a chance for the kids to get creative and paint it how they want.
