Watch Sailing & Boating Adventures Around the World tagged “Boat building”

BUILDING A BOAT IN MEXICO: PART 1 OF 3

In a tiny Mexican town, we work against all odds to successfully build a stitch and glue nesting dinghy, the Fishbote 11 by Bateau Boats. As novices, we learn quite a bit about resin and fiberglass as our dinghy comes together. Being in a remote location...

Mar 21, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:38

STORM FLOODS WREAK HAVOC. Ep 45

In a follow-up to last week's update in which we described the miserable weather here, we show you some of the damage that this unprecedented storm has caused. Many thousands of people have been flooded and displaced, whilst a fair few boats have taken a b...

Jan 19, 2017
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:19:28

Living in Chaos – Staying Aboard During a Refit

We have lived aboard our boat throughout its entire refit, starting back in June 2015. There have been days where camping in a tent would have been a big upgrade, but we felt being inside the mess would be a huge motivator to getting work done. As areas g...

Dec 10, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:04:05

Salt & Tar Episode 14 – Trees for Masts

We drop a few doug fir trees on our neighbors property for masts, booms, gaffs, etc.

Oct 07, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:03

Cruising Lealea Refit No. 38: First Bulkhead Installation

Working together Chuck and Laura glass in the forward bulkhead using System Three Epoxy. The refit of our Albin Vega 27' sailboat, Lealea, continues. To view the complete Cruising Lealea Refit Playlist, click the link! https://www.youtube.com/playlis...

Oct 03, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:53

Sail Life – Galley test fit & varnish – DIY sailboat restoration / repair update

Sep 25, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:30

Salt & Tar Episode 13

saltandtar.wordpress.com gofundme.com/saltandtar This is my longest video so far! I had so much footage to sort through. I'm really excited I figured out that if I export the video to my external hard drive I'm not limited by the size of video. My tiny M...

Aug 11, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:40

Cruising Lealea Refit No.31: Hump Day

At last we begin work on putting it all back together. The refit of our Albin Vega 27 sailboat, Lealea, continues. The bulkheads are back from being glassed and are ready to be finished. Now we are seeing the fruits of our painting and varnishing labor ...

Jul 01, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:45

Salt & Tar Episode 12

Sorry for the long wait! I can't believe how fast time moves even when it feels like it's not. This is how we managed to put our 600 Ib engine up and through the shed and into the boat. It shockingly only took 40 mins all said and done. A very special wa...

Jun 30, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:33

Acorn to Arabella – Journey of a Wooden Boat – Episode 2: Winching

In this episode, we deal with the stuck trees from our felling episode. We bring out Steve's homemade winch and explain how it is used. FOLLOW US: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acorntoarabella Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acorntoarabella/ Fac...

Jun 22, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:05

Cruising Lealea Refit No.30: Creaks and Groans

The tide is ready to turn on our refit and a few creaks and groans come out of Chuck while tightening deck screws before the painting of the interior hull begins.To view the complete Cruising Lealea Refit Playlist, click the link! https://www.youtube.co...

Jun 19, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:40

Salt & Tar Episode 11

Episode 11! Intermediate frames, engine, and more planking. Thanks for watching! saltandtar.wordpress.com

May 28, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:45

Salt & Tar Episode 10

Once again my poor tiny Mac couldn't handle exporting the video in full HD.... but here's the new video! The quality is not too bad. We are getting so close with the topside planking but unfortunately Garrett's back is out once more for time number three. ...

May 02, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:57

Acorn to Arabella – Journey of a Wooden Boat – Introductory Video

We are building a 38 foot wooden sailboat from scratch in our back yard. It's going to be one heck of an adventure and we would love to have you along. El video doblado en español. Desarrollado por Papercup: https://youtu.be/sSTCMJbpzhQ Síguenos en n...

Apr 24, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:40

Salt & Tar Episode 9 – The Engine

In February we successfully acquired our engine. She is a Westerbeke W52 motor. We were able to get a good deal and the drive out wasn't too far. She now sits on the lawn awaiting the day we lift her into the shed and onto her permanent mounts in the boat!

Apr 13, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:23

Vanishing Sail – Annapolis Film Festival Intro & Q&A 2016

Gary Jobson, America's Cup champion and sailing commentator introduces the documentary, Vanishing Sail at the 2016 Annapolis Film Festival then hosts a Q&A with the film's director/cinematographer, Alexis Alexander and book author, Douglas Pyle.

Apr 10, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:10

Salt & Tar The First Year

Ruth here: I assembled some of my favorite photos over the last year and came up with some sort of summary commentary to hopefully sum up the build so far. This took longer than I thought to compile. I first thought of just throwing every single picture in...

Mar 30, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:23

Salt&Tar Episode 8 Planking!

Finally we begin planking! https://saltandtar.wordpress.com https://www.gofundme.com/saltandtar

Mar 20, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:18

Cruising Lealea Refit No.16: Previous Owner’s Improvements

The rebuild of our Albin Vega 27, Lealea continues. To view the complete Cruising Lealea Refit Playlist, click the link! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYi0ZDWfmQxFPtVmGege6hYaiasmeOJG8 We thank you for your support. You can help keep the vid...

Mar 07, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:47

Cruising Lealea Refit No.12: Canvas and Glass

After a few days out sick, we resume our project, removing a loose glass bulkhead, inspecting and repairing canvas... To view the complete Cruising Lealea Refit Playlist, click the link! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYi0ZDWfmQxFPtVmGege6hYaias...

Feb 26, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:52

Cruising Lealea Refit No. 10: Feels Like Spring

It feels like Spring in Petersburg. Unusually warm weather allows a lot to be accomplished on Lealea's refit. To view the complete Cruising Lealea Refit Playlist, click the link! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYi0ZDWfmQxFPtVmGege6hYaiasmeOJG8...

Feb 14, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:18

Cruising Lealea Refit No. 9: Wood and Rain

Progress with Lealea's refit. Materials for the interior joinery project arrived at the Alaska Marine Lines terminal in Petersburg by barge from Ketchikan. Rainy weather continues. To view the complete Cruising Lealea Refit Playlist, click the link! htt...

Feb 11, 2016
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:50

Cruising Lealea in the Boatyard – #3: Do the Math

Planning the haulout and major refit of Lealea, our 43 year old Albin Vega 27 sailboat. Just part of the living aboard and cruising life. Thorough planning, and a little help from our friends, will make this job go more smoothly. We thank you for your su...

Dec 07, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:45

Cruising Lealea in the Boatyard – #2: Gather Info & Refine the Plan