Photos of the construction process.
  • Ready for phase 2.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Ready for phase 2.

  • 11/1/21 - The flip open sliding companionway hatch is done.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 11/1/21 - The flip open sliding companionway hatch is done.

  • Overall shot with hatch in place.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Overall shot with hatch in place.

  • 12/21/21 - Painting of the interior is almost done.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 12/21/21 - Painting of the interior is almost done.

  • 12/26/21 - The Koru sees its first snow.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 12/26/21 - The Koru sees its first snow.

  • 1/1/22 - Getting ready for the custom trailer bunks.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 1/1/22 - Getting ready for the custom trailer bunks.

  • 1/3/22 - The boat is lifted to make room for bunks.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 1/3/22 - The boat is lifted to make room for bunks.

  • And everything fits! The boat rides higher to create clearance for the lifting keel bulb and the electric pod drive.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 And everything fits! The boat rides higher to create clearance for the lifting keel bulb and the electric pod drive.

  • Back in the parking spot.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Back in the parking spot.

  • 1/5/22 - The interior has been painted with many coats of paint.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 1/5/22 - The interior has been painted with many coats of paint.

  • Galley area.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Galley area.

  • 2/14/22 - The ePropulsion Pod dreive is mounted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 2/14/22 - The ePropulsion Pod dreive is mounted.

  • 2/21/22 - Fans are mounted in the forward cabin.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 2/21/22 - Fans are mounted in the forward cabin.

  • Fans are mounted in the quarter berths.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Fans are mounted in the quarter berths.

  • 2/24/22 - An important piece of equipment is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 2/24/22 - An important piece of equipment is installed.

  • 2/25/22 - The forward area of the interior is complete, except for cushions.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 2/25/22 - The forward area of the interior is complete, except for cushions.

  • Sections of cabin sole are varnished.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Sections of cabin sole are varnished.

  • 3/6/22 - The forward berth area is complete.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/6/22 - The forward berth area is complete.

  • 3/7/22 - Layup for a carbon fiber tube.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/7/22 - Layup for a carbon fiber tube.

  • 3/8/22 - Trimmed and ready for the next step.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/8/22 - Trimmed and ready for the next step.

  • The ladder is painted and varnished.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The ladder is painted and varnished.

  • The head compartment is done.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The head compartment is done.

  • 3/9/22 - Phase 1 of the interior construction is done.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/9/22 - Phase 1 of the interior construction is done.

  • Looking into the quarter berths.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Looking into the quarter berths.

  • From the head into the galley.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 From the head into the galley.

  • Galley

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Galley

  • With sink cutting board removed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 With sink cutting board removed.

  • Electronics and chart table.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Electronics and chart table.

  • Looking toward the bow.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Looking toward the bow.

  • View from quarter berth.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 View from quarter berth.

  • View from forward cabin.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 View from forward cabin.

  • Galley from the companionway.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Galley from the companionway.

  • 3/10/22 - Rudder from a J24 is cut to accept bronze rudder post.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/10/22 - Rudder from a J24 is cut to accept bronze rudder post.

  • 3/12/22 - Cutout is partially filled with epoxy.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/12/22 - Cutout is partially filled with epoxy.

  • 3/17/22 - Rudder is fiberglassed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/17/22 - Rudder is fiberglassed.

  • 3/21/22 - Rudder support bracket is taking shape.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 3/21/22 - Rudder support bracket is taking shape.

  • 4/4/22 - Strips of sapele are ripped for the keel foil.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/4/22 - Strips of sapele are ripped for the keel foil.

  • Half of the keel is laminated.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Half of the keel is laminated.

  • 4/5/22 - Slot for the tilt up rudder is cut.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/5/22 - Slot for the tilt up rudder is cut.

  • The rest of the keel foil is laminated.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The rest of the keel foil is laminated.

  • 4/9/22 - The pulpit and stanchions are test fit.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/9/22 - The pulpit and stanchions are test fit.

  • Deck level view.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Deck level view.

  • Now it just needs pushpits.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Now it just needs pushpits.

  • 4/12/22 - Pieces of wood are laminated on the upper part of the keel.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/12/22 - Pieces of wood are laminated on the upper part of the keel.

  • The chartplotter is mounted on the swing arm.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The chartplotter is mounted on the swing arm.

  • 4/11/22 - The rudder bracket is laminated with carbon fiber.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/11/22 - The rudder bracket is laminated with carbon fiber.

  • 4/13/22 - The rudder bracket is primed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/13/22 - The rudder bracket is primed.

  • Rudder is primed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Rudder is primed.

  • 4/14/22 - Rudder bracket hold down pins are test fit.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/14/22 - Rudder bracket hold down pins are test fit.

  • Tip of the rudder is painted red since it will be projecting behind the boat while on the trailer.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Tip of the rudder is painted red since it will be projecting behind the boat while on the trailer.

  • Access hatch is installed in deck.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Access hatch is installed in deck.

  • 4/16/22 - The rudder cutout is primed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/16/22 - The rudder cutout is primed.

  • 4/17/22 - The keel foil is sanded and filled.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/17/22 - The keel foil is sanded and filled.

  • 4/20/22 - Opposite side of the keel foil is faired with epoxy.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/20/22 - Opposite side of the keel foil is faired with epoxy.

  • 4/21/22 - The keel is sanded and the styrofoam lead bulb mold is test fit.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/21/22 - The keel is sanded and the styrofoam lead bulb mold is test fit.

  • The keel foil is fiberglassed on one side.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The keel foil is fiberglassed on one side.

  • 4/22/22 - The other side of the keel is fiberglassed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/22/22 - The other side of the keel is fiberglassed.

  • 4/23/22 - A layer of 12 oz carbon fiber is added.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/23/22 - A layer of 12 oz carbon fiber is added.

  • 4/28/22 - Starboard side of the keel foil is covered with carbon fiber.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/28/22 - Starboard side of the keel foil is covered with carbon fiber.

  • Tiller is laminated from sapele and Alaskan yellow cedar.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Tiller is laminated from sapele and Alaskan yellow cedar.

  • Lines are taken for the forward berth table/berth support.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Lines are taken for the forward berth table/berth support.

  • Epoxy with graphite powder is applied.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Epoxy with graphite powder is applied.

  • A nice NACA foil shape.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 A nice NACA foil shape.

  • 4/29/22 - The tiller is sanded and rounded.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 4/29/22 - The tiller is sanded and rounded.

  • Rudder cutout is painted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Rudder cutout is painted.

  • 5/3/22 - Tiller is epoxy sealed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/3/22 - Tiller is epoxy sealed.

  • 5/12/22 - Lifeline stanchions are temporarily installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/12/22 - Lifeline stanchions are temporarily installed.

  • Painting of the rudder is complete. The tip is red because it will be sticking out beyond the stern when tilted up.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Painting of the rudder is complete. The tip is red because it will be sticking out beyond the stern when tilted up.

  • 5/12/22 - Tilting rudder mount is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/12/22 - Tilting rudder mount is installed.

  • 5/23/22 - Table/berth support is cut out and test fit.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/23/22 - Table/berth support is cut out and test fit.

  • Support pieces for table are cut out.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Support pieces for table are cut out.

  • 5/24/22 - Port side of the keel foil is primered.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/24/22 - Port side of the keel foil is primered.

  • 5/25/22 - The table/berth support is mounted on the mast support.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/25/22 - The table/berth support is mounted on the mast support.

  • Mounted in the berth position.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Mounted in the berth position.

  • Rudder is test fit in the tilted position for launch and recovery.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Rudder is test fit in the tilted position for launch and recovery.

  • 5/26/22 - Keel foil is painted with hard bottom paint.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/26/22 - Keel foil is painted with hard bottom paint.

  • 5/27/22 - New retractable trailer straps are installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/27/22 - New retractable trailer straps are installed.

  • 5/30/22 - The keel lifting footblock is temporarily mounted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 5/30/22 - The keel lifting footblock is temporarily mounted.

  • Winches are temporarily mounted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Winches are temporarily mounted.

  • Table/berth support is painted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Table/berth support is painted.

  • Cushion patterns for forward berth are traced out on a mattress.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Cushion patterns for forward berth are traced out on a mattress.

  • 6/4/22 - VHF/AIS system is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/4/22 - VHF/AIS system is installed.

  • 6/5/22 - Starboard winch, clutch, and footblcok for keel lifiting are installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/5/22 - Starboard winch, clutch, and footblcok for keel lifiting are installed.

  • Stanchions and pulpit are installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Stanchions and pulpit are installed.

  • 6/8/22 - Mast crutch is tested using temporary mast.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/8/22 - Mast crutch is tested using temporary mast.

  • 6/9/22 - Navigation lights on pulpit are wired and tested.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/9/22 - Navigation lights on pulpit are wired and tested.

  • 6/11/22 - She's coming along!

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/11/22 - She's coming along!

  • Mast crutch system testing.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Mast crutch system testing.

  • Custom pushpits are mounted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Custom pushpits are mounted.

  • Railing system is complete. Just add lifelines.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Railing system is complete. Just add lifelines.

  • 6/12/22 - The names are added!

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/12/22 - The names are added!

  • View from above of names.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 View from above of names.

  • 6/21/22 - Eye splice is created in keel lifting line.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/21/22 - Eye splice is created in keel lifting line.

  • The keel lifting system and keel foil are installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The keel lifting system and keel foil are installed.

  • Keel in partially lowered position.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Keel in partially lowered position.

  • 6/23/22 - Forward cabin table/berth is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/23/22 - Forward cabin table/berth is installed.

  • Table in lowered postion.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Table in lowered postion.

  • 6/23/22 - The boat is at the riggers for mast and standing rigging.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 6/23/22 - The boat is at the riggers for mast and standing rigging.

  • 7/18/22 - Beginning the process of getting the keel bulb out of the form.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 7/18/22 - Beginning the process of getting the keel bulb out of the form.

  • Almost out.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Almost out.

  • Half of the keel bulb is out.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Half of the keel bulb is out.

  • 7/29/22 - Trying my hand at sewing cushion covers.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 7/29/22 - Trying my hand at sewing cushion covers.

  • 7/30/22 - Two more cushions.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 7/30/22 - Two more cushions.

  • 8/8/22 - She's home from the riggers.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/8/22 - She's home from the riggers.

  • 8/9/22 - The 5:1 internal outhaul system is installed in the boom.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/9/22 - The 5:1 internal outhaul system is installed in the boom.

  • 8/11/22 - Mid mast support is made.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/11/22 - Mid mast support is made.

  • 8/15/22 - Right side of the keel bulb is in place.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/15/22 - Right side of the keel bulb is in place.

  • 8/16/22 - Left side of the keel bulb is in place.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/16/22 - Left side of the keel bulb is in place.

  • 8/17/22 - Wires for antenna and masthead light are run through the mast.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/17/22 - Wires for antenna and masthead light are run through the mast.

  • Main sheet block is spliced onto the mainsheet.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Main sheet block is spliced onto the mainsheet.

  • 8/29/22 - The bulb is bolted to the keel foil and then gaps are filled with epoxy.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/29/22 - The bulb is bolted to the keel foil and then gaps are filled with epoxy.

  • 8/30/22 - Blackout shade is installed on hatch.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 8/30/22 - Blackout shade is installed on hatch.

  • Also serves as a fly screen.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Also serves as a fly screen.

  • Bulb is covered with epoxy and fairing additive.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Bulb is covered with epoxy and fairing additive.

  • 9/1/22 - Mast raising system is tested out.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/1/22 - Mast raising system is tested out.

  • 9/2/22 - The mast is up.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/2/22 - The mast is up.

  • Bulb is given a coat of primer.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Bulb is given a coat of primer.

  • 9/3/22 - First coat of antifoul paint on the bulb.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/3/22 - First coat of antifoul paint on the bulb.

  • 9/4/22 - Boom vang is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/4/22 - Boom vang is installed.

  • 9/4/22 - Just need some sails!

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/4/22 - Just need some sails!

  • 9/2/22 - The quarter berth is done.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/2/22 - The quarter berth is done.

  • Boom kicker is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Boom kicker is installed.

  • 9/6/22 - The forward berth cushions are done.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/6/22 - The forward berth cushions are done.

  • She's ready for the Wooden Boat Festival!

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 She's ready for the Wooden Boat Festival!

  • New double slider hatch is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 New double slider hatch is installed.

  • Closed hatch.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Closed hatch.

  • 9/16/22 - Toe rails are laminated from sapele.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/16/22 - Toe rails are laminated from sapele.

  • Toe rails are epoxy sealed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Toe rails are epoxy sealed.

  • 9/16/22 - The toe rails are test fit on the boat.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/16/22 - The toe rails are test fit on the boat.

  • The sails have arrived!

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The sails have arrived!

  • 9/18/22 - Improved mast crutch is ready.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/18/22 - Improved mast crutch is ready.

  • 9/19/22 - Jib is installed on the roller.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/19/22 - Jib is installed on the roller.

  • Jib is unfurled.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Jib is unfurled.

  • View of jib furled.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 View of jib furled.

  • Main is raised for the first time. No battens were installed for this.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Main is raised for the first time. No battens were installed for this.

  • Cunningham is installed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Cunningham is installed.

  • Both sails are up.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Both sails are up.

  • 9/20/22 - Improved mast raising and lowering system works great.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/20/22 - Improved mast raising and lowering system works great.

  • 9/30/22 - Hole is cut for retractable motor.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 9/30/22 - Hole is cut for retractable motor.

  • 10/1/22 - Hole is cut in cockpit sole for access to motor.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/1/22 - Hole is cut in cockpit sole for access to motor.

  • 10/2/22 - Motor door is test fit.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/2/22 - Motor door is test fit.

  • A little adjustment needs to be done.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 A little adjustment needs to be done.

  • Plug for sailing is test fit.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Plug for sailing is test fit.

  • 10/4/22 - lip to support access hatch is epoxied in place.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/4/22 - lip to support access hatch is epoxied in place.

  • 10/5/22 - Motor well walls are test fit.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/5/22 - Motor well walls are test fit.

  • Wall parts are fiberglassed.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Wall parts are fiberglassed.

  • 10/6/22 - Motor well walls are test fit again.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/6/22 - Motor well walls are test fit again.

  • 10/9/22 - The forward wall of the motor well is mocked up.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/9/22 - The forward wall of the motor well is mocked up.

  • All the joints in the motor well are filletted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 All the joints in the motor well are filletted.

  • 10/10/22 - View of pod drive temporarily mounted.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/10/22 - View of pod drive temporarily mounted.

  • The motor well is primed with a barrier coat primer.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The motor well is primed with a barrier coat primer.

  • 10/11/22 - The motor is mounted and in the retracted position.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/11/22 - The motor is mounted and in the retracted position.

  • The motor is locked in the down position.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The motor is locked in the down position.

  • The motor seen from below.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 The motor seen from below.

  • Cockpit sole hatch is in place.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 Cockpit sole hatch is in place.

  • 10/23/22 - The final step of construction. Holes for the keel safety pins were drilled when the boat was launched. Now filled with carbon tubes which will be cut off.

    Hull C Construction Phase 2 10/23/22 - The final step of construction. Holes for the keel safety pins were drilled when the boat was launched. Now filled with carbon tubes which will be cut off.