Sanding & Foot Braces (S4 E20)

Sanding & Foot Braces (S4 E20)

Finishing

Do You Hate Sanding? Bob Emser doesn't! Sanding epoxy on a kayak is more than a step in construction—it is a quiet act of reflection. What begins as a practical task becomes a meditation on patience, imperfection, and transformation. Join Boat Builder Bob Emser as he demonstrates the proper way to sand the fill coat of epoxy on the Wood Duck Kayak. In addition, Bob demonstrates a clever way of attaching foot braces without drilling through the hull.




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Sanding Block

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Footbrace Mounting Kit

West System 879 Release Fabric (Peel Ply)

Keepers Adjustable Footbraces

Wood Duck Kayak

 

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