Design a Newspaper Boat: Tips & Tricks

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To design a newspaper boat for racing in swimming pools, a kayak shape is recommended for optimal speed due to its streamlined form. Layering the boat with newspaper and securing it with tape and shellack is crucial for durability and buoyancy. Experimentation with different layering techniques is encouraged to find the best balance between weight and strength. Researching boat-building techniques and materials online can provide additional insights and inspiration. Engaging in hands-on experimentation will enhance the learning experience and improve the design process.
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Newspaper Boat- So I have been thinking about designing a newspaper boat out of pure entertainment. I want to build a boat out of shellack, tape, and newspaper, to maximize speed (to race people in swimming pools). considering i have some amount of these supplies, what would be the best design? how should I go about doing this?

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I've thought of building a boat in the shape of a kayak, since kayaks seem to go the fastest with their thin build. but how should I layer the boat with newspaper and tape/shellack? any ideas/hints? any good websites for researching into this? Thanks!
 
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