I have a very good informative book about Folkboats - 'The Folkboat Story' by Dieter Loibner - tracks the Folkboat history rather well.
Despite the fact that the later versions have more cruising accommodation I like the early classic Nordic lap strake planked version.
There is a close cousin of the Folkboat that to my eyes is more aesthetically appealing called the 'Knarr' - also called an 'IF' boat - similar size - very beautiful.
We live close to Bursledon Bridge on the Hamble River. This is about boats, wildlife and people in the upper reaches of the Hamble, but mostly about old boats and things nautical.
Bring back Folkboat Friday, says I. Oh no, says you. What say the rest of ye?
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I have a very good informative book about Folkboats - 'The Folkboat Story' by Dieter Loibner - tracks the Folkboat history rather well.
ReplyDeleteDespite the fact that the later versions have more cruising accommodation I like the early classic Nordic lap strake planked version.
There is a close cousin of the Folkboat that to my eyes is more aesthetically appealing called the 'Knarr' - also called an 'IF' boat - similar size - very beautiful.