Although well established, the name is somewhat misleading since it suggests textile boats, and some have proposed to use "laced boats" (Ge. "geschnürte Boote") instead.
Although well established, the "sewn boat" name is somewhat misleading since it suggests textile or leather skin construction, as often found in kayaks. Some have proposed to use "laced boats" (Ge. "geschnürte Boote") instead.