20 ft Surf Dory, Design # 154

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This is a specialized design with limited application, but it’s an interesting one none the less. It was draw for the American Red Cross Life Saving Corps in Jacksonville Beach Flo rida and is developed from surf rescue boats used historically by that organization. It is a symmetrical fore and can be launched and rowed in either direction by two oarsmen. Photos of the prototype built by Roger Allen of Cortez Florida can be seen here. Construction: plywood Length: 20 ft 0 in Beam: 6 ft 0 in Depth amidships: 2 ft 0 in Weight: 250 lbs approx. Building time: 200 hours Skill level: basic Design #154: 4 Sheets Show more