This design is particularly well proven because so many boats have been built from it over the years. Both fishermen and yachtsmen have found what they were after in these boats: robust carrying capacity, reasonably light weight, and reasonable initial cost. With its firm bilges and a full-length outer keel, people have found through expe­rience that this is not a boat to scoot out from under them while stepping aboard. They’ve also found that she tows well and doesn’t become a liability in a following sea.

9′6″ Skiff, Martha’s Tender

DESCRIPTION
Hull type: V-bottomed
Rig: None yet
Construction: Plywood

PERFORMANCE
Suitable for: Protected waters
Intended capacity: 3
Trailerable: Yes
Propulsion: Oars, sail
Speed (knots): 1-3

BUILDING DATA
Skill needed: Basic
Lofting required: No

PLANS DATA
No. of sheets: 4
Level of detail: Average
Cost per set: $45.00
WB Plan No. 25
Related Publications:
WoodenBoat Nos. 45, 46, 47

Particulars

LOA : 9′6″
Beam: 4′4″
Draft: (cb up) 7″, (cb down) 1′8″
Weight about 105 lbs
Sail area: 55 sq ft