Scout was originally built by Sam Devlin in 2009 from John Carlson’s 20 foot design. The transom and motor mount on John’s original design made installing trim tabs difficult. Sam and John discussed adding several feet to the design and making refinements to improve handling and trim performance. Over the winter of 2017 John began remodeling Scout’s stern by cutting off the transom, swim steps and motor box. Battens were screwed to the hull to project the fair lines and develop the shape of a 4 foot addition. Longitudinal stringers, frames and planking have been bonded to the original hull using Sam’s stitch and glue methods for construction. Trim tabs, chine flats and a set of lifting rails have been added to improve performance. The remodeled boat is 22′ on deck with more cockpit and storage space. Scout will make her appearance at the festival in 2017 with a new paint job, new stern and improved trim.
