Clocking in at roughly 240 hours over six weeks, Craig’s customized Avoca is a masterclass in structural optimization. By pairing 4mm Okoume plywood with high-strength S-Glass, System Three Silver Tip epoxy, peel-ply finishing, and clever...
After a six-week stitch-and-glue build, veteran paddler Craig Hamm put the Avoca OC1 Outrigger Canoe to the ultimate test against 30 mph winds and backcountry gear hauling in Yellowstone. Read his full review to see why this fast, remarkably stable DIY craft redefines expedition paddling for builders of all experience levels.
What's the actual difference between a surf SUP and a flat water SUP?
While both will get you out on the water, they’re designed with completely different physics in mind. Let’s break down the anatomy of each—and highlight how our own wooden designs fit into the picture.
Learn the essentials of stitch and glue boat building, how it differs from traditional plank on frame, and why following designer plans exactly is the secret to a lightweight, perfectly shaped hull.
From Your Mind to the Water: Let’s Design Your Dream Custom Board At Vintage Board Co., our mission has always been to "build simple, build beautiful." We love seeing the boards you create from our...
On a bright & sunny Sunday my daughter in her kayak and me in the Avoca Outrigger took to the waters of Avoca lagoon for the first proper sail of my new outrigger design. With...
