eBOOKS

This page lists books and articles which have been written by the designer on various subjects, and are made available for download. All articles are in PDF format, and vary in size from short articles on a particular subject to longer eBooks covering a more extensive areas.

Initially, the items listed here are articles previously written by the designer for publication in boating magazines, and are downloadable as free eBooks. 

As time permits, additional items will be added, including  additional free eBooks and articles, but also including more extensive treatises on various aspects of boat design and boat building which will be made available for a small fee.

To view and print free items, just click on the Download Button.  To save the PDF file, right mouse click on the Download Button and select 'Save Target As' (I.E.) or 'Save Link As' (Firefox).

Free eBooks and Articles

'A simple Strip Planking Jig' (4 pages) file size 126Kb This article was originally published in Australian Amateur Boat Builder Magazine, and describes a simple plywood jig for short handed strip planking.
'But its only a little change' (12 pages) file size 125Kb This article is a discussion on the dangers of altering boats from the plans, and how best to avoid them. This is a must read for all amateur boat builders,
'The Sharpie - A Personal View' (4 pages) file size 96Kb This article was originally published in Australian Amateur Boat Builder Magazine, and gives a rundown of the basics behind traditional and modern Sharpie design.
'Form Stability - The Shape Factor' (5 pages) file size 96Kb This article was originally published in Australian Amateur Boat Builder Magazine, and gives a basic layman's explanation of boat stability.

 Free Boat Plans
 

Pippie 8 Yacht Tender  file size 566Kb This is a 2.3 meter plywood yacht tender based on or Pippie 8 Sailing Trainer