Virtually all boats built in new zealand before the advent of modern composites were made of kauri, a straight-grained and flexible wood. today kauri trees are protected. historic yachts. some of the finest examples of early boat building in new zealand, boats designed by the logan and bailey families, can still be seen on auckland waters today.. Whangateau traditional boats was established in 1946, and is situated north of auckland, new zealand. owned and operated by george emtage and pam cundy, whangateau traditional boats is a classic. If your dream is to build your own boat, there are over 160 pelin boat plans to choose from ranging from dinghies, runabouts dories and sailing cats to cabin cruisers, racing ski hulls, launches, yachts..
Timbers used in boat building nz kauri was commonly used for boatbuilding with its unique properties being ideal for the framing and interiors of the boats but over time with the supply and cost of nz kauri other timbers have been introduced such as: alaskan yellow cedar, iroko, spa grade oregon and treated kahikatea.. 14th lake rotoiti classic & wooden boat parade. rotorua nz february 2011.. Fibreglass and wooden boat repair with our extensive knowledge of boat construction we are able to undertake both traditional & modern wooden boat repairs, as well as fibreglass repairs including composite construction..
