Pirogue stem angles

[jdupre']

I had my pirogue upside down washing the crud off of it when I noticed that the angle formed where the two sides meet seemed more acute than many I see out there. I took my bevel square and took a measurement and transferred it to my speed square and came up with 17 total degrees at the bow and 18 degrees at the stern. How does this compare to most of you guys' boats?

It's a slow day. :wink:

Joey

 

[keith]

I cut most of mine @ 33 for both ends. If I'm make it out of plank, then the stern will plane to fit the max bent that I can impose. Later Keith

 

[jdupre']

Thanks, Keith. Most of the pirogues I see go for the larger angle and fuller ends for added stability. I was going for long and sleek for better tracking and cruising speed.