Challenge Rowboat Project

For many years I have set myself the challenge of riding my age, in miles, on or soon after my birthday which is at the end of August. It has been fun and getting myself into shape for the annual ride has been good for my health - in fact I feel as fit as I did 40 years ago when I was only 35.
My only real concern over the years is all those miles riding in traffic. I have been very fortunate and never had an accident or even a close call while riding but I feel it is time to switch to a less dangerous type of adventure.

My plan is to sell my bike and use the proceeds to build a rowing boat designed specifically for my new challenge: Row your age, in miles, in 48 hours.

The boat will be a lightweight Skin-on-Frame design with one rowing position, a sliding seat, a small cabin large enough to sleep in. Seems simple enough.

Design the boat
Purchase needed materials
Prepare the materials
Build the frame
Cover the boat
Apply waterproofing/finish
Install rowing systems
Install ancillary systems
Test the boat and all systems
August, 2019: Row 75 miles in 48 hours

So here we go!

If you would like to comment on this project you can write to me at: steve@manytracks.com