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Canoe hull design and structural analysis

Design Phase Pending

All design and analysis work for the 2026 Concrete Canoe project is scheduled to be completed in Spring 2026. The information below is preliminary.

Design Alternatives (Pending Spring 2026)

Hull A: "The Sprinter"

Speed Focus
Hull A Profile

Shape: V-Hull

Length: 21' 6"

Rocker: Minimal

  • Excellent straight-line speed
  • Low drag coefficient
  • Poor stability
  • Difficult turning

Hull B: "The Tank"

Stability Focus
Hull B Profile

Shape: Flat Bottom

Length: 19' 0"

Rocker: Moderate

  • Maximum primary stability
  • High maneuverability
  • Slow tracking
  • High wetted surface area

Hull C: "The Hybrid"

Selected Design
Hull C Profile

Shape: Asymmetric

Length: 20' 8"

Rocker: Variable

  • Balanced speed & stability
  • Optimized tracking
  • Good cornering ability
  • Complex mold construction

Decision Matrix (Rough Draft - Finalizing Spring 2026)

Criteria Weight Hull A (Speed) Hull B (Stability) Hull C (Hybrid)
Straight Line Speed 30% 9 4 8
Maneuverability 25% 3 9 7
Primary Stability 25% 4 10 8
Tracking 20% 8 5 8
Weighted Score 100% 6.05 7.00 7.75

Final Design Specifications (Pending Spring 2026)

Technical Specifications

  • Length Overall: 20' 8"
  • Max Beam: 32"
  • Depth: 14"
  • Hull Thickness: 0.5" - 0.75"
  • Estimated Weight: 185 lbs
  • Concrete Density: 58 lb/ft³

Design features an asymmetric hull with a sharper bow for entry and a flattened stern for stability during turns.

Final CAD Drawing

Estimated vs Actual Time and Cost

Comparison Data Pending

Detailed comparison of estimated versus actual project time and costs will be available upon project completion in Spring 2026.