Description
This design is a development of the 18â6â Marathon open canoe with it's easily driven asymmetric hull shape. Beam has been reduced to 28" which is positioned down at the waterline. Like her smaller sister she has 5 planks per side and uses the stitch and tape method of construction for ease, low cost and lightness. Again she has tumblehome in the topsides making her easier to paddle.
20' Marathon Particulars |
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LOA | 20' | 6.10m |
Beam | 28" | 0.71m |
Hull Mid Depth | 12" | 0.31m |
Approx. Dry Weight | 65lbs (in light 4mm ply) | 29kg |
Approx. Capacity | 800lbs | 363kg |
Hull Shape |
Multi-chine asymmetric with 5 planks per side and tumblehome | |
Construction Method | Stitch and tape | |
Plywood Requirements | 5 sheets of 4, 5 or 6mm | |
Guidance Use | Long distance paddling with 2 adults + gear | |
Drawing/Design Package | 3 x A1 drawings + 5 x A4 instruction sheets |