Fig. 7 - Cross section of the kayak, showing the structure of the hull and the profile of the deck
(forming a medial ridge)

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  1. gunnels
  2. keel
  3. stringers
  4. longitudinal central stringer
  5. hoop of opening
  6. beam
  7. rib
  8. leather envelope

(Sketch D Fouchier, idem).