Looking for this camper; wood strip canoe-like

Spotted this camper in Death Valley a few years back. I kick myself all the time that I didn't talk to the guy, ask to take a look inside and learn more about the build. It's a real beaut, reminds me of cedar strip canoes. I know it's a bit of a long shot, but has anyone spotted this guy around? Familiar with a builder who does campers like this? I've seen handbuilt wooden campers before, but not one this smooth and sleek.

 

That sure looks like a custom job from a boat builder.

 

that’s gotta weight a ton right? Looks awesome, not as a camper but as a boat or tiny house? Good luck with the search.

 

Stunning!

 

Total custom, looks heavy though. Looks beautiful for sure.

 

Get to work...



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maybe this guy, or maybe he knows someone out west?
https://hardwoodcampers.com/

This page will get you dreaming...
https://www.pinterest.com/danw1040/wooden-campers/

 

That's some seriously impressive craftsmanship.


With all the extra work that went into it to keep those contours tight to the cab like that it really makes me wonder if he made a pass through from cab to camper. Would love to see more details.

 

Wow, that's some talent. And for those asking, no, it shouldn't be heavy at all. The strips used when building strip built canoes and kayaks are thin. The boats are built on a form or frame which is removed after the epoxy sets so you just have the weight of the wood, fiberglass cloth and epoxy.

Here's a good example of building a canoe:

 

That should be a light camper top as stated above.
I've built a few canoes and kayaks. Even my 17 foot stich and glue kayaks top out at around 43lbs.

Never thought of a camper top.
That's beautiful!