D. N. Hylan & Assoc. Boatbuilders

CHESAPEAKE CRAB SKIFF

A fast and stable boat that can carry a real load

Based on traditional crabbing skiff documentation by Howard Chapelle, this has proven to be a fast and stable boat that can carry a real load. While primarily a sailing skiff, she is reasonably handy under oars and easily driven with a tiny outboard. She also display good manners when towed.

As Mike O'Brien said in his WoodenBoat design review, "Doug Hylan has drawn a striking skiff that looks sharp in any company." Plans are on four sheets: Lines and offsets, construction, leg o' mutton sail plan and sprit sail plan.

Traditional detailing is combined with easy maintenance and simple plywood construction.

PARTICULARS

LOA - 15' 4"
BEAM - 4' 8"
DRAFT, board up - 10"
DRAFT, board down - 2' 5"
WEIGHT - approx. 250 lb.
HULL TYPE - deadrise
CONSTRUCTION - plywood
SUITABLE FOR - Somewhat protected waters.
TRAILERABLE - Yes
PROPULSION - 2 to 3 hp outboard
SPEED - Up to 6 kt.
SKILL REQUIRED - Beginner to Intermediate
LOFTING REQUIRED - Yes, simple

OTHER REFERENCES - Design review by Mike O'Brien, WoodenBoat #157:74

PLANS

PLANS SHEETS - 4
PLANS DETAIL - Average
PLANS COST - $60.00 plus S & H
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