Repairing an old cedar strip canoe 

It was in pretty bad shape when I received it. I think most folks would have just junked it. It feels good to give old things new life. She's not the prettiest boat on the water, but she's mine. Best wishes my friend. Thanks for watching.

Thank you very much and thanks for watching. There is just something about a wooden boat. They seem to have their own soul.

Stainless powder coated screws. Its a huge boat! Thanks so much for watching.

@@kevinthewanderingwoodchuck2586 You betcha ! Awesome work m !

Thanks so much!

It's a huge boat. 18'-6" 36" at center. It's mostly used for family trips. Wife kids and dogs. I actually have a third seat that is removable. I do plan to build a single man pack boat in the near future. Thanks so much for watching my friend!

The one in this video is store bought. It's from Voyager. As far as tips for kayak paddles, purchase or build the longest one you can. Short paddles require a steeper angle to enter the water. Great for fast water and wet hands. Longer paddles allow for shallower angles and dry hands. For bigger canoes like this one, I actually prefer a standard canoe paddle. I am certainly no expert. Just my opinion. My best advice would be to try as many as you can from friends or your local paddling store. Ultimately it's personal preference. Thanks so much for watching and best wishes my friend.

I would sand only enough to expose the crack. Proceed with filling it with waterproof wood glue as I did in the video. Lightly sand and over the crack, wood dust from sanding will adhere to the glue, virtually making the crack disappear and watertight. Then yes, fiberglass over that. Great question and good luck!

Maple and Walnut. I mean, I am from Vermont so those two just go together. 😉😁 Thanks so much for watching my friend.