Design Squad
What Is a Kayak?
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See how the parts of a kayak go together to make a strong boat.
See how the parts of a kayak go together to make a strong boat.
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Design Squad
What Is a Kayak?
Clip | 29sVideo has Closed Captions
See how the parts of a kayak go together to make a strong boat.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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A kayak has a deck and a hull.
The deck is formed by two gunwales joined together by beams.
The hull, or underside of the kayak, is shaped by a keel, a strong beam that runs from the bow to the stern.
Bent ribs that connect gunwale to gunwale are lashed to the keel.
Stringers are then lashed to the ribs to strengthen and shape the frame.
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