Anyone recognize this boat

Can't answer your question, but I am curious about the "crutch". First time I've seen that, and I'm trying to imagine what it's for..
 
My thought that the "crutch" was for some sort of rudder, the vise mount is anybody's guess. The asking price is cheap enough it might be worth a drive to see it. I would like to see some bow and stern pictures, I'll probably contact the seller and see if they can shed some light on it.
 
Bob Interesting to say the least. Bob I'm going along with your thought that is some type of rudder for steering that scull. Where abouts it the scull located? I don't see a scull hole either so it's interesting or a possibility that it is a type of motion devise to push the boat along I have seen some pretty ingenuous ideas in my day. peddles and you name it to push these boats. Hope you find out and let me know please.
 
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MikeE said:
Bob Interesting to say the least. Bob I'm going along with your thought that is some type of rudder for steering that scull. Where abouts it the scull located? I don't see a scull hole either so it's interesting or a possibility that it is a type of motion devise to push the boat along I have seen some pretty ingenuous ideas in my day. peddles and you name it to push these boats. Hope you find out and let me know please.
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I didn't see any provision for an oar either but it looks like there is something draped over the stern that may be hiding the hole. It's in Missouri, near St. Louis,
Rick Pierce said:
Painted red is throwing me for a scull boat...

Is it maybe an ice boat without the runners and sail?
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I don't know about the red paint either but given the location I would think an ice boat would be unlikely.
 
MikeE said:
Bob Interesting to say the least. Bob I'm going along with your thought that is some type of rudder for steering that scull. Where abouts it the scull located? I don't see a scull hole either so it's interesting or a possibility that it is a type of motion devise to push the boat along I have seen some pretty ingenuous ideas in my day. peddles and you name it to push these boats. Hope you find out and let me know please.
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It's in Missouri, near St. Louis.
 
I think you guys are right, I googled ice boat and it looks like that’s exactly what it is, right down to the “crutch” .
Thanks for the info!
 
Definitely an iceboat. They’re an absolute joy and terror to sail due to the speeds, but the closest you’ll get to sculling (at least the laying down part) while sailing!
 
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