Where to start? Well, it’s easy enough to narrow down what type of boat you want. With thousands of plans and kits out there, there’s a flavor for every taste.
Once you know what you want—a 30-pound kayak, a 300-horsepower fishing boat, or a 30-ton sailing yacht, you need to make a clear-eyed assessment of your building abilities and your time. (The two are related, naturally.)





























