@@Paddman The only channel I've seen that approaches this level of ad quality is Internet Comment Etiquette. It's mostly a shitpost show, but occasionally Erik pulls together an episode that's really a very creative short film with the sponsored segment worked seamlessly in.
Is there going to be a book at the end of the build? You have so much content. Plus mix in Leo's explanatory illustrations. Would be a great coffee table book.
Dear Surf Shark, I almost always fast-forward thru the "commercial" segments for your product on other channels. But on this channel, I always watch, because they make it entertaining.
I’ve been waiting for 5 years for this week’s episode. I truly can’t believe how far you and the guys have come. Thank you for all that you’ve done to entertain us on this wonderful journey. I’m looking forward to following you and Tally Ho on the open sea ❤😊
the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
Hey friends - great video (as always), but surprised to hear Leo report declining Patreon support. So: I’ve just doubled my (still very modest) Patreon pledge - Leo and crew teach and entertain; and I know so many of us have been totally captivated by the effort and skill and adventure. I’ve really admired watching this community of supporters connect with the Tally Ho project, and with each other - let’s see if we can get Leo to utter “massive massive MASSIVE [3x] thanks” for our support. . . .
its a funny thing that i have no real interest in any kind of boating or becoming a sailor, i have however been sailing, enjoyed it, been seen and done, and i'm no wood worker, dabbled with the few home improvements and got on ok, but i am constantly glued from the very beginning to now on the development of this boat (and a couple of others), i love the craftsmanship, the skills and perfection going into the build, the love, the characters and thankfully with the use of you tube there is a constant historic record of the people and the work going into the project, history in the making - if only this kind of technology had been around during the building of the Titanic, it would have been an epic channel, as this one is to me - i simply cannot get enough - also watch 'Sailing Yaba', 'Ship Happens' and 'Acorn to Arabella' all great watching
I built a barrel mast with my shipwright father for a 78 foot ketch Kamalli! He was such a master at his trade and such a great father, I worked with him for years starting at 12 and learned the trade and regret I left it at one point in my life! He always loved it so much and was one of the best in Southern California, I remember Christmas dinner with John Wayne on his yacht as one of his clients! An Englishman in love with sailing and a cup of tea, winning back to back in the Ensenada yacht race of 73 and 74, God Bless you in memory Dad.
thanks for sharing your story about your dad and his sense of pride for his trade as a shipwright. My father was a shipwright as well and a finishing carpenter. Not too often these days do I see a man give honor to his earthly father. I give you a big thumbs up for giving him the honor he so greatly deserves. Sounds like him and john wayne had a lot in common. Your fulfilling the 5th commandment when honoring your father or your mother. Its the first commandment with a promise. which promises us long life. anyways thanks for sharing enjoyed the story bigtime.
@@rxcalvosa Yes in the 70s it was a whole different race and atmosphere, there was nothing like it back then! Ensenada was a little backwater Mexican town back then, like so much. Those times in many places in the world can never be repeated!
One of my favourite things about specialized carpentry is the often ingenious jigs craftspersons come up with to aid in shaping and cutting. Shipbuilding, apparently, is rich with such examples! I really ought to get into the shop this weekend and make some dust.
I feel a bit guilty about being one of those Patreon supporters who no longer fund the project. Sadly I simply can't afford it anymore. That said I still support the project via UA-cam likes and comments and by any other means. I really enjoyed seeing the mast construction. In woodwork the saying is you can never have enough clamps. True for this project too!
Don’t feel bad! It’s not a cry for help, just an explanation of why I have to do some ads. Thanks for the previous support and thanks for still watching.
There are those who will say there is no such thing as "Perfection". But I truly believe that Leo's Tally Ho is the closest to "perfection" that I will ever see. What a fantastic job you and your crew are doing. Thank you for letting us share in the experience. Ed C
What a wonderful surprise to hear, at 13:01, one of our traditional Puertorrican folkloric musical pieces: Seis Mapeyé! Beautiful melody which is used to accompany a singer, we call a "trovador", while improvising lyrics. Excellent work! Tally Ho is a work of high precision becoming living art. Kudos!
Cheers Leo. Sorry to hear that donations have fallen. HEY OUT THERE - please donate what you can to the Tally Ho project - a wonderful and unique thing happening here, and you can become a part of it. Your reward will come in the future - knowing you helped when viewing her sail the oceans blue. Thank you Leo for the most interesting video on mast making, and thanks to anyone signing up for Tally Ho build support.
I think the most surprising thing for me as a common guy watching several boatbuilding channels has been the mast - for some reason I had a preconceived notion that it had to be one piece for strength if done with wood. In addition, things like the radar reflector is super interesting, thanks for going in-depth on the process as usual!
You're going to do great Nick! Few people are willing to sacrifice their previous spot for a new adventure somewhere else. Stuff is just stuff, experience is life.
What an episode. To see the main mast construction and glue up was incredible. Obviously it won't end up installed on the boat for quite some time, but it feels like one of those momentous "big ticket items" (to a layperson like myself) that has come together.
There are not adequate superlatives for the personnel, the content, the creativity, the production values, the vision, the harmonic atmosphere, etc. of this channel. Congratulations! May all off you continue to overcome all obstacles, work safely, have fun, and reach your personal and collective goals. Moreover, thank you Leo!
I am awed by the craftsmen and craftswomen who have come together to work on the boat. Each video seems to focus on those who are leaders in their craft. Well, with the exception of those first water tanks. It is such a joy to see everyone's efforts come together.
Spar construction is extremely interesting. The entire Tally Ho project shows the rare circumstance of building with meticulous craftsmanship and careful selection of materials. What a contrast to the majority of construction today which involves few skilled workers, an emphasis on rapid completion rather than attention to detail and the use of cheap components to maximize profits.
You should hit up the local chamber of commerce. I had never heard of Port Townson. Now I'd love to go there and watch all the craftsmen. It's all incredibly interesting. I'm sure they will get tourists just from your channel.
I'm an old retired Sea Captain and enjoy watching your videos. It's truly amazing all the work you have done. Equally amazing is that the original boat was built without all the modern technology. I am happy to spend parts of my retirement days seeing TALLY HO's resurrection.
My crew in the carpenter shop at a US Navy repair facility in the '80's, was tasked with building a flag mast for the facility administration offices as the WW2 era mast was needing replacement. 45 feet tall, tapered,segmented and scarfed in alaska spruce. We had 2 civilian shipwrights who were on their Naval Reserve duty that supervised the work. After the epoxy glue up it was all hands on the hand planers to round it out and work the taper. We used an epoxy coating to finish it and it was painted with silver after, It was awesome for the modern sailors to learn the skills of our predecessors... Fond memories. Great job on Tally-Ho's!!!
I stumbled across this channel September 2022 and binge watched them all as you do. Lived in Mylor Bridge had friends in Maenporth and Mawnan whose children sailed their oppies out of Restronguet SC. My friends lads (Darren and Ben) were closely matched and had many close fought battles swapping the top spots but only one of them went on to be knighted. I am one of the inspired newbie patrons after watching 5 years of entertaining content for free. One of the recurring comments questioned the authenticity of the build in relation to its heritage but I say this: Triggers theory of evolution of his broom answers the naysayers 🙂
You would think that one piece would make a strong mast or spar ... but like plywood you make it stronger with laminating the wood together ... the design makes perfect sense ... it is so cool to watch these experts do their craft of making spars and masts ... " Tally Ho " will be one great Sailboat ... watching the video of this Sailboat with all the Sails catching the wind is amazing ... so beautiful ... it will be a Glorious Day when she embarks on her "Trial Sea Runs " with that huge Lead Keel she will run the Water Straight and True ... thank you Leo for making these videos ... I am a fan ...
I've been watching leo's videos since the second episode and truly feel like this is better content than any of the streaming platforms will ever produce. Happy to support these guys and feel like it's a shame they are losing support. Keep it going guys🙏
Totally agree -- glad to be in community with you and others who care about this project -- not everyone can give financial support, of course; that's OK, just watching videos, subscribing, liking helps -- for me, this is the only UA-cam channel I've ever supported through Patreon. So worth the small donation. Thanks.
Just incredible Leo, the work being done on this mast, I can see the crew it takes to pull it off, and it looks very expensive to have one of these built, the length of these boards, and overall mast is massive, and to get everything perfectly cut, and properly glued and clamped in place, I never realized what it took to build a wood boat, no wonder they cost so much, love the videos. This is wood working at it`s finest.
Those spar builders are in a class of their own. It was like watching a team of surgeons doing transplant surgery. The precision ,accuracy and dexterity was a delight to see. Phil from OZ
When I lived in Breda (The Netherlands), I would bicycle out to the "Mastbos" every weekend during decent (i.e. infrequently) weather. This was a "royal" forest, developed centuries ago specifically for ship spar lumber ("mastbos" "mast forest"). Beautiful, straight, tall timbers. Not used much in the last century, so perfect for a weekend outing.
A very appropriate name for that forrest. I have long time ago been there but never knew it's relation to masts and spars. Perhaps these days masts only for the traditional flat bottoms in the Netherlands.
Bit surprised about the falling support so I increased mine. Keep it up Leo and hope to see Tally Ho in person one day. Just wish I could think of a way to put my engineering brain to work on it.
Guy, here is another engineer wishing I could do more than watch and support thru patron. I had planned a trip to Townsend last summer but too many things got in the way, not to mention the cost log fuel to go across the country. It is a beautiful ship and the workmanship is stunning.
Leo's filmmaking keeps getting better and better. The sequence of just the ripping of the mast parts is 20 shots from a dozen or so well chosen set ups. Bravo!
BTW, Leo mentioned back in his autobiography video that he had made a go at busking before settling on boatbuilding. I often wonder if any of the music is his. The lyrical interlude bumper at about 18:00 seems like a good candidate for a Goolden original.
Beautiful work on the glue up jigs. If they are straight and true so will the spar be. It was exciting watching the eighths come together, then the quarters, then the halves, straight and in location for a perfect construction. Impressive.
Upgraded my patron level as I could. Still the only content I've ever contributed to. I am so grateful for the escape into this project that every video gives me. Leo, I may never realize my dream of Bluewater sailing, but the vicarious opportunity this project gives me is so fantastic. Thank you.
I live in Rotterdam (NL) which is famous for its rather big harbor. Every September the "World Harbor Days" are organized celebrating the harbor, its history and its importance to and how it is ingrained with the city. Wouldn't it be a dream to see Tally Ho there at some point, together with all the other big, small, national and international, old and new ships and vessels and to be able to see it in its full glory in real life. One can dream... 🙂
I can tell you where the striking seagulls have gone! They're all hanging out on my roof and front lawn! I drive through the boatyard every time I come into town. Always hoping maybe the door will be open and I can see Tally Ho, but also enjoying all the other boats. Especially, lately, the classic wooden power yachts being worked on before they spend the summer cruising Alaskan waters. Four of them!
Man, leo should have a million subs and more $ than a project can use. His dedication and informative abilities are amazing. I really cannot believe he is losing support , other than ppl are struggling(inflation etc). I hope he gets more n more c mon youtube support a great creator for once They should be putting Leo on front page great all ages content
Wow our you kidding the best Channel on you tube loosing patrons why how is this possible amazing content amazing craftsmanship when Taly Ho is finished she will be an app solute work of ark well done to all
@Mark Ross right hence why i said "other than people are struggling". Thats what i meant. Still best contect on any media and deserves/has earned more support i.m.o.
Been a Patreon since he replaced the keel single handed. Nothing could top that. Surprised the revenue is dropping, but he never appeals directly for help, which may explain it. This is very rare in the UA-cam world where the second sentence after “Hello” is “Smash Like and Subscribe”.
Your volunteers are getting better and better. I think they have benefitted massively from their efforts. Now the meticulous details are getting added to the boat and great skill will be required during this phase. The end is now in sight and I am excited to see the finished product on the water in perfect working condition..
Leo I think of you and pray for you often. I think of the love of sailing and your face and the crew there comes to mind. I learned to sail from a book at age 12 I put together an eight foot wooden pram kit partially done from the first owner. Un counted enjoyment of that boat with 4 of us in it. Once in a great storm on the lakes in New York. God bless you and protect you and your crew and this wonderful Tally Ho. Jerry
Leo, I’m truly amazed at the large number of people, talented and helpful people, that have contributed to Tally Ho. She is a beautiful ship and we can’t wait to see her fly!
Thanks for posting and sharing. Thanks to the craftspeople at the Maritime Center for their caring and attention to quality. The mast isn’t done yet and it already looks and seems great.
That mast is going to be a work of art and sure is built to last! Hearing of declining patreon income has spurred me on to finally sign up to contribute - well worth a few dollars for the pleasure that the TallyHo project has given me over the years.
Hey Nelson -- I had the same reaction, I've been a Patreon supporter for several years and news of the declining income prompted me to increase my per-video donation. It's the only UA-cam channel I've ever supported -- well worth it, I agree. Thanks.
Who knew my day would begin learning about spars, and the pros and cons of different constructions. The Joy of UA-cam. Great to revisit progress on Tally Ho!
Truly, the spirit of Tally Ho & all that that compasses, is in every facet of her! I've looked forward to every episode since the beginning. The craftsmanship never ceases to amaze & delight me to no end.
I had never imagined how much thought went into mast building. I know the process of modern polyester mast, but this is more elaborate and beautiful. We moved on miles from the elegant Portuguese Caravelle designed by Henry the Navigator. The work of Leo and it's team is a tribute to all those shipbuilders from a forgotten times. Thanks or in Portuguese: "Muito obrigado"
I got this video in my feed for the first time a few days ago. I watched it, got very interested in it, and preceded to binge watch the entire playlist over the course of 4 days. This has been a remarkable project and I've never watched so many videos in such a short time.
I usually fast forward through commercials on UA-cam, but my wife and I are always entertained by the way you and crew turn a boring commercial into something entertaining. Thank you
Ladies and gentlemen. If you, like me, are thrilled when a new Tally Ho video appears on your feed, let's contribute to Leo. These videos are works of art, as much as the boat is. How much enjoyment we get from each new episode should be supported by giving money to ensure that they continue. Let's do this!
Bravo, M Boykin -- I've upped my support -- the project and the video record indeed are "works of art" -- glad to be in community with folks like you who recognize how special this is. Thanks.
I found this mast construction video most informative. I more or less knew the process but had never seen a video of it being done by professionals with such skill.
I hate ads on the channels i watch, but I have to say your sense of humour certainly helped to get it done. The mast building was very interesting and informative. Lovely to see Tally Ho taking more small steps to finishing. Well done Leo and team.
Love what you do with this beautiful lady, I spent two and half years restoring Lone Fox 65’ Ketch commissioned by Colonial Whitbread 1956 when Christopher Von Trampe owned it
Wow. Anyone who works with wood can appreciate how difficult it must be to make a mast using this method. One of the reasons that boatbuilding is so difficult and satisfying is the precision achieved while using such large timbers.
I am very excited about all the progress that this incredible team has made. Despite not having contributed anything personally, I feel part of all this hard work and this long journey from the first episode. Congratulations! And many greetings from Argentina!
This is great. Thank you for persevering and sharing your passion. We hadn't watched an episode for many months, but this was a great one to get us back into the story.
A beautiful spar.! I have a short story for the group. My father made the first rotating aluminum mast for sail boats. At the time, he being a sailor and working for Pan American Airwsys, working with the Clipper Ships Air Boat Planes. He took old struts off the planes after being past their prime. Then, he riveted several together and machined a mogul and a receiver so it could rotate. This he did circa 1937. The rest is history. He was so far ahead of his time.
Beautiful an meticulous. They sure are. The wood is beautiful, too. And the massive result! What a job. Looking forward to more spar-making. And the day when the masted is fitted.
Robert Darcy and his team are truly an amazing thing to watch. I’ve watched this several times and I seem to get new information each viewing. Not that I plan to build any spars: I’ll leave that to Robert!
I am amazed by the strength of modern glues. Years ago I tested a few and found they were stronger than the wood, ripping it apart instead of the bond yielding.
That mast really is a coordinated mission by that highly polished team of spar makers. The way those joints are made to match each other so well while being such large sections was a treat for my eyes Leo. I'll bet it pleases you a good deal too .
Never knew a mast was such a complex thing to construct. Love the way it is built by obviously a well experienced group of guys…. I hope the Patreon revenues keep up; we do wanna see Tally Ho finished!
You guys are the only channel whre I watch the ads without skipping - pure comedy, love it! Be it Surfshark (I use them for years now) or the knives whose name I forgot. But I still remember your hilarious ad 😀
I took a vacation to Seattle and hit the Olympic peninsula for a few days of camping and Port Townsend was a highlight. Seeing this shop in person was awesome.
That music from 13:02 to 14:32 is traditional folklore Puerto Rican music. Being Puerto Rican makes me proud and happy that you liked and chose this music for your video. Thank you.
That was the only advert which I have consciously sat through. Was so good! So excited to see the mast constructed and to have weekly videos back from Leo!!
Itz already answered this question, a wooden ship is organic parts are always being changed mostly slowly or all at once like tallyho, take for example your self, each cell is being replaced by a new one in 5 years all old has been replaced so even if your cells has been replaced 100% you are still you ;)
@@weinerdog137 Thx. What was his answer to the 2nd half? If you kept all the old pieces and put them back together, would there be two ships of Theseus?
I'm familiar with the paradox, but not philosophically able to craft a cogent answer. However, I have noticed that Leo's intro has changed from "restoring" Tally Ho, to "rebuilding" Tally Ho, which is less philosophical.
*THAT ADVERT WAS BRILLIANT* and it 100% summed up the British news "Its raining and even the seagulls are on strike"
Still laughing thinking of the seagulls❤
yeah i do not know a single yt channel that has commercials that good
I always skip ad reads but I watch this one and did not regret it. 😂
Darn fine advert, well done. Guess I'll try them out.
@@Paddman The only channel I've seen that approaches this level of ad quality is Internet Comment Etiquette. It's mostly a shitpost show, but occasionally Erik pulls together an episode that's really a very creative short film with the sponsored segment worked seamlessly in.
The only channel where you should NOT skip the ’message from the sponsor’. It’s gold man, gold.
Ditto
Truth
I almost did, glad I didn't!😆
1st one I didn't skip past in the last year.
In fact not skip any of the adverts, let them run, it's paying for your entertainment.
Is there going to be a book at the end of the build? You have so much content. Plus mix in Leo's explanatory illustrations. Would be a great coffee table book.
sign me up for an advance copy
Sign me up :)
Leo should also do a super cut video from start to finish. ☺☺
Yes, yes, please Leo we need this
Shut up and take my money!! 😅
Dear Surf Shark, I almost always fast-forward thru the "commercial" segments for your product on other channels. But on this channel, I always watch, because they make it entertaining.
I’ve been waiting for 5 years for this week’s episode. I truly can’t believe how far you and the guys have come. Thank you for all that you’ve done to entertain us on this wonderful journey. I’m looking forward to following you and Tally Ho on the open sea ❤😊
Cannot wait for the next one!!!
Well this project entertains us and is funded by the general public, win/win.
Likewise. Huge milestone!
@@schwags1969 And the incredible volunteers who donate their time and skills.
Just two more years to go, lol
the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
I usually skip over any sponsored content, but your brutal honesty about it and general production quality has made an exception to the rule so far.
Hey friends - great video (as always), but surprised to hear Leo report declining Patreon support. So: I’ve just doubled my (still very modest) Patreon pledge - Leo and crew teach and entertain; and I know so many of us have been totally captivated by the effort and skill and adventure. I’ve really admired watching this community of supporters connect with the Tally Ho project, and with each other - let’s see if we can get Leo to utter “massive massive MASSIVE [3x] thanks” for our support. . . .
Thank youuuu!!
Im constantly amazed by the skills of the craftsmen that partake in this project!
Port Townsend is a cool boat building town!
And the acting skills.
its a funny thing that i have no real interest in any kind of boating or becoming a sailor, i have however been sailing, enjoyed it, been seen and done, and i'm no wood worker, dabbled with the few home improvements and got on ok, but i am constantly glued from the very beginning to now on the development of this boat (and a couple of others), i love the craftsmanship, the skills and perfection going into the build, the love, the characters and thankfully with the use of you tube there is a constant historic record of the people and the work going into the project, history in the making - if only this kind of technology had been around during the building of the Titanic, it would have been an epic channel, as this one is to me - i simply cannot get enough - also watch 'Sailing Yaba', 'Ship Happens' and 'Acorn to Arabella' all great watching
I built a barrel mast with my shipwright father for a 78 foot ketch Kamalli! He was such a master at his trade and such a great father, I worked with him for years starting at 12 and learned the trade and regret I left it at one point in my life! He always loved it so much and was one of the best in Southern California, I remember Christmas dinner with John Wayne on his yacht as one of his clients! An Englishman in love with sailing and a cup of tea, winning back to back in the Ensenada yacht race of 73 and 74, God Bless you in memory Dad.
thanks for sharing your story about your dad and his sense of pride for his trade as a shipwright. My father was a shipwright as well and a finishing carpenter. Not too often these days do I see a man give honor to his earthly father. I give you a big thumbs up for giving him the honor he so greatly deserves. Sounds like him and john wayne had a lot in common. Your fulfilling the 5th commandment when honoring your father or your mother. Its the first commandment with a promise. which promises us long life. anyways thanks for sharing enjoyed the story bigtime.
Without wanting to undermine these beautiful memories, let me just point out how funny "master" is in this context ;).
@@joppegelderloos What; have you never heard of the term 'Master Craftsman'
My dad was the trophy director for the Newport to Ensenada race for many years. What a blast!
@@rxcalvosa Yes in the 70s it was a whole different race and atmosphere, there was nothing like it back then! Ensenada was a little backwater Mexican town back then, like so much. Those times in many places in the world can never be repeated!
One of my favourite things about specialized carpentry is the often ingenious jigs craftspersons come up with to aid in shaping and cutting. Shipbuilding, apparently, is rich with such examples! I really ought to get into the shop this weekend and make some dust.
The teamwork and timing and orchestration of those guys building the mast is incredible. The fixturing and care they take - incredible.
those guys are more than impressive,,,I'm blown away how clever they are !!!
Yeah 3 guys operating a skilsaw. You want to know where to put your fingers in that situation. Great team hope to see more.
Leo the spars construction dudes are super serious, that’s awesome to see.
I feel a bit guilty about being one of those Patreon supporters who no longer fund the project. Sadly I simply can't afford it anymore. That said I still support the project via UA-cam likes and comments and by any other means. I really enjoyed seeing the mast construction. In woodwork the saying is you can never have enough clamps. True for this project too!
Don’t feel bad! It’s not a cry for help, just an explanation of why I have to do some ads. Thanks for the previous support and thanks for still watching.
@@SampsonBoatCo Thank you!
Good on you for doing what you have done and saying what you did.
There are those who will say there is no such thing as "Perfection". But I truly believe that Leo's Tally Ho is the closest to "perfection" that I will ever see. What a fantastic job you and your crew are doing. Thank you for letting us share in the experience. Ed C
What a wonderful surprise to hear, at 13:01, one of our traditional Puertorrican folkloric musical pieces: Seis Mapeyé! Beautiful melody which is used to accompany a singer, we call a "trovador", while improvising lyrics. Excellent work! Tally Ho is a work of high precision becoming living art. Kudos!
The VPN commercial was great. The wood shavings hair was a nice touch.
Cheers Leo. Sorry to hear that donations have fallen. HEY OUT THERE - please donate what you can to the Tally Ho project - a wonderful and unique thing happening here, and you can become a part of it. Your reward will come in the future - knowing you helped when viewing her sail the oceans blue.
Thank you Leo for the most interesting video on mast making, and thanks to anyone signing up for Tally Ho build support.
I think the most surprising thing for me as a common guy watching several boatbuilding channels has been the mast - for some reason I had a preconceived notion that it had to be one piece for strength if done with wood. In addition, things like the radar reflector is super interesting, thanks for going in-depth on the process as usual!
You're going to do great Nick! Few people are willing to sacrifice their previous spot for a new adventure somewhere else. Stuff is just stuff, experience is life.
What an episode.
To see the main mast construction and glue up was incredible.
Obviously it won't end up installed on the boat for quite some time, but it feels like one of those momentous "big ticket items" (to a layperson like myself) that has come together.
There are not adequate superlatives for the personnel, the content, the creativity, the production values, the vision, the harmonic atmosphere, etc. of this channel. Congratulations! May all off you continue to overcome all obstacles, work safely, have fun, and reach your personal and collective goals. Moreover, thank you Leo!
I am awed by the craftsmen and craftswomen who have come together to work on the boat. Each video seems to focus on those who are leaders in their craft. Well, with the exception of those first water tanks. It is such a joy to see everyone's efforts come together.
Spar construction is extremely interesting. The entire Tally Ho project shows the rare circumstance of building with meticulous craftsmanship and careful selection of materials. What a contrast to the majority of construction today which involves few skilled workers, an emphasis on rapid completion rather than attention to detail and the use of cheap components to maximize profits.
This is the most exciting episode since the keel pour. (both times)
the bronze floors were equally as impressive
what a crew they looked like a swarm of bees, and at last I've seen someone using dowels to location in a glue up
You should hit up the local chamber of commerce. I had never heard of Port Townson. Now I'd love to go there and watch all the craftsmen. It's all incredibly interesting. I'm sure they will get tourists just from your channel.
They do a wooden boat festival every fall, like a giant show and tell. It's a great time to visit with many craftsman shop doors open.
Port Townsend, friend.
@@calartian85 Thanks, mate; saved me some typing.... oh... wait...
Fort Townsend is a wonderful place to visit, heaven if you like boats
Must be some sort of Port Townsend nautical magnet, the Duracell rebuild is there too
I'm an old retired Sea Captain and enjoy watching your videos. It's truly amazing all the work you have done. Equally amazing is that the original boat was built without all the modern technology. I am happy to spend parts of my retirement days seeing TALLY HO's resurrection.
I want a relationship with the same level of commitment of the people who are building this boat are dedicating.
My crew in the carpenter shop at a US Navy repair facility in the '80's, was tasked with building a flag mast for the facility administration offices as the WW2 era mast was needing replacement. 45 feet tall, tapered,segmented and scarfed in alaska spruce. We had 2 civilian shipwrights who were on their Naval Reserve duty that supervised the work. After the epoxy glue up it was all hands on the hand planers to round it out and work the taper. We used an epoxy coating to finish it and it was painted with silver after, It was awesome for the modern sailors to learn the skills of our predecessors... Fond memories. Great job on Tally-Ho's!!!
That AD was well worth watching, well done!
I'm so glad you have the time, resources, money, and patience to complete this rebuild. Such amazing work.
I stumbled across this channel September 2022 and binge watched them all as you do. Lived in Mylor Bridge had friends in Maenporth and Mawnan whose children sailed their oppies out of Restronguet SC. My friends lads (Darren and Ben) were closely matched and had many close fought battles swapping the top spots but only one of them went on to be knighted. I am one of the inspired newbie patrons after watching 5 years of entertaining content for free. One of the recurring comments questioned the authenticity of the build in relation to its heritage but I say this: Triggers theory of evolution of his broom answers the naysayers 🙂
Who knew a mast could be so complicated, that's some skills there.
You would think that one piece would make a strong mast or spar ... but like plywood you make it stronger with laminating the wood together ... the design makes perfect sense ... it is so cool to watch these experts do their craft of making spars and masts ...
" Tally Ho " will be one great Sailboat ... watching the video of this Sailboat with all the Sails catching the wind is amazing ... so beautiful ... it will be a Glorious Day when she embarks on her "Trial Sea Runs " with that huge Lead Keel she will run the Water Straight and True ... thank you Leo for making these videos ... I am a fan ...
I've been watching leo's videos since the second episode and truly feel like this is better content than any of the streaming platforms will ever produce. Happy to support these guys and feel like it's a shame they are losing support. Keep it going guys🙏
Large percentage of his backers are Brits and Britain is going through hard times economically.
Totally agree -- glad to be in community with you and others who care about this project -- not everyone can give financial support, of course; that's OK, just watching videos, subscribing, liking helps -- for me, this is the only UA-cam channel I've ever supported through Patreon. So worth the small donation. Thanks.
Simply the best UA-cam channel there is. Keep up the fantastic work.
Just incredible Leo, the work being done on this mast, I can see the crew it takes to pull it off, and it looks very expensive to have one of these built, the length of these boards, and overall mast is massive, and to get everything perfectly cut, and properly glued and clamped in place, I never realized what it took to build a wood boat, no wonder they cost so much, love the videos. This is wood working at it`s finest.
Those spar builders are in a class of their own.
It was like watching a team of surgeons doing transplant surgery.
The precision ,accuracy and dexterity was a delight to see.
Phil from OZ
The plumbing and electrical systems are so satisfying to see. Love the organization.
Always a pleasure watching listening and learning, thank you to everyone participating in Tally-Ho, Cheers Leo.
Hey Leo and crew. Now there's a commercial worth watching. You guys are hilarious 😂
When I lived in Breda (The Netherlands), I would bicycle out to the "Mastbos" every weekend during decent (i.e. infrequently) weather. This was a "royal" forest, developed centuries ago specifically for ship spar lumber ("mastbos" "mast forest"). Beautiful, straight, tall timbers. Not used much in the last century, so perfect for a weekend outing.
A very appropriate name for that forrest. I have long time ago been there but never knew it's relation to masts and spars. Perhaps these days masts only for the traditional flat bottoms in the Netherlands.
Boat building content or off-the-cuff commercials. Hard to tell which one is more enjoyable. Thank you to the sailor and the boat builder.
Bit surprised about the falling support so I increased mine. Keep it up Leo and hope to see Tally Ho in person one day. Just wish I could think of a way to put my engineering brain to work on it.
I'm with you, Guy -- what an amazing project! Thanks.
Guy, here is another engineer wishing I could do more than watch and support thru patron. I had planned a trip to Townsend last summer but too many things got in the way, not to mention the cost log fuel to go across the country. It is a beautiful ship and the workmanship is stunning.
Loved watching that mast crew working together. Synchronised spar-making could be an Olympic event.
This is the only channel I don't skip the ads on!
Leo's filmmaking keeps getting better and better. The sequence of just the ripping of the mast parts is 20 shots from a dozen or so well chosen set ups. Bravo!
BTW, Leo mentioned back in his autobiography video that he had made a go at busking before settling on boatbuilding. I often wonder if any of the music is his. The lyrical interlude bumper at about 18:00 seems like a good candidate for a Goolden original.
Beautiful work on the glue up jigs. If they are straight and true so will the spar be. It was exciting watching the eighths come together, then the quarters, then the halves, straight and in location for a perfect construction. Impressive.
Upgraded my patron level as I could. Still the only content I've ever contributed to. I am so grateful for the escape into this project that every video gives me.
Leo, I may never realize my dream of Bluewater sailing, but the vicarious opportunity this project gives me is so fantastic. Thank you.
I live in Rotterdam (NL) which is famous for its rather big harbor. Every September the "World Harbor Days" are organized celebrating the harbor, its history and its importance to and how it is ingrained with the city. Wouldn't it be a dream to see Tally Ho there at some point, together with all the other big, small, national and international, old and new ships and vessels and to be able to see it in its full glory in real life. One can dream... 🙂
I can tell you where the striking seagulls have gone! They're all hanging out on my roof and front lawn!
I drive through the boatyard every time I come into town. Always hoping maybe the door will be open and I can see Tally Ho, but also enjoying all the other boats. Especially, lately, the classic wooden power yachts being worked on before they spend the summer cruising Alaskan waters. Four of them!
Man, leo should have a million subs and more $ than a project can use. His dedication and informative abilities are amazing. I really cannot believe he is losing support , other than ppl are struggling(inflation etc). I hope he gets more n more c mon youtube support a great creator for once They should be putting Leo on front page great all ages content
Wow our you kidding the best Channel on you tube loosing patrons why how is this possible amazing content amazing craftsmanship when Taly Ho is finished she will be an app solute work of ark well done to all
Possibly because of the end of the pandemic restrictions? People have less time to watch videos?
Several reasons stated in the comments. Double digit inflation raising his costs and reducing supporters discretionary cash.
@Mark Ross right hence why i said "other than people are struggling". Thats what i meant. Still best contect on any media and deserves/has earned more support i.m.o.
Been a Patreon since he replaced the keel single handed. Nothing could top that. Surprised the revenue is dropping, but he never appeals directly for help, which may explain it. This is very rare in the UA-cam world where the second sentence after “Hello” is “Smash Like and Subscribe”.
Your volunteers are getting better and better. I think they have benefitted massively from their efforts. Now the meticulous details are getting added to the boat and great skill will be required during this phase. The end is now in sight and I am excited to see the finished product on the water in perfect working condition..
We love all your videos…and I’m glad to send you some dinero to keep the epoxy flowing…I hope all your other faithful viewers will do the same!
Amen Thomas Clack -- thank you.
Leo I think of you and pray for you often. I think of the love of sailing and your face and the crew there comes to mind. I learned to sail from a book at age 12 I put together an eight foot wooden pram kit partially done from the first owner. Un counted enjoyment of that boat with 4 of us in it. Once in a great storm on the lakes in New York. God bless you and protect you and your crew and this wonderful Tally Ho. Jerry
Beautiful Leo! Congratulations on this huge milestone.
Leo, I’m truly amazed at the large number of people, talented and helpful people, that have contributed to Tally Ho. She is a beautiful ship and we can’t wait to see her fly!
Building the main mast was like creating a piece of art. These guys are sensational craftsmen
Thanks for posting and sharing. Thanks to the craftspeople at the Maritime Center for their caring and attention to quality. The mast isn’t done yet and it already looks and seems great.
That mast is going to be a work of art and sure is built to last! Hearing of declining patreon income has spurred me on to finally sign up to contribute - well worth a few dollars for the pleasure that the TallyHo project has given me over the years.
Hey Nelson -- I had the same reaction, I've been a Patreon supporter for several years and news of the declining income prompted me to increase my per-video donation. It's the only UA-cam channel I've ever supported -- well worth it, I agree. Thanks.
Who knew my day would begin learning about spars, and the pros and cons of different constructions. The Joy of UA-cam. Great to revisit progress on Tally Ho!
Truly, the spirit of Tally Ho & all that that compasses, is in every facet of her! I've looked forward to every episode since the beginning. The craftsmanship never ceases to amaze & delight me to no end.
I had never imagined how much thought went into mast building. I know the process of modern polyester mast, but this is more elaborate and beautiful. We moved on miles from the elegant Portuguese Caravelle designed by Henry the Navigator. The work of Leo and it's team is a tribute to all those shipbuilders from a forgotten times. Thanks or in Portuguese: "Muito obrigado"
I got this video in my feed for the first time a few days ago. I watched it, got very interested in it, and preceded to binge watch the entire playlist over the course of 4 days. This has been a remarkable project and I've never watched so many videos in such a short time.
The precision is just so…. precise.
I usually fast forward through commercials on UA-cam, but my wife and I are always entertained by the way you and crew turn a boring commercial into something entertaining. Thank you
Ladies and gentlemen. If you, like me, are thrilled when a new Tally Ho video appears on your feed, let's contribute to Leo. These videos are works of art, as much as the boat is. How much enjoyment we get from each new episode should be supported by giving money to ensure that they continue. Let's do this!
Bravo, M Boykin -- I've upped my support -- the project and the video record indeed are "works of art" -- glad to be in community with folks like you who recognize how special this is. Thanks.
I found this mast construction video most informative. I more or less knew the process but had never seen a video of it being done by professionals with such skill.
That spar is the most impressive build so far , a straight tapered sectioned pole requires engineering skills.
I hate ads on the channels i watch, but I have to say your sense of humour certainly helped to get it done. The mast building was very interesting and informative. Lovely to see Tally Ho taking more small steps to finishing. Well done Leo and team.
BB Sea is my new favourite channel! 🤩 Excellent news reporting indeed! 😂💙
Love what you do with this beautiful lady, I spent two and half years restoring Lone Fox 65’ Ketch commissioned by Colonial Whitbread 1956 when Christopher Von Trampe owned it
Those guys who built your mask are truly professional absolutely great job guys and really like to know what kind of wood it was
Wow. Anyone who works with wood can appreciate how difficult it must be to make a mast using this method. One of the reasons that boatbuilding is so difficult and satisfying is the precision achieved while using such large timbers.
It’s such a pleasure to watch true craftsmen do their thing. Amazing.
I am very excited about all the progress that this incredible team has made. Despite not having contributed anything personally, I feel part of all this hard work and this long journey from the first episode. Congratulations! And many greetings from Argentina!
I like that picture of oars hanging from the ceiling. Awesome!
I am chipping in a bit bit by becoming a Patreon subscriber.
This is great. Thank you for persevering and sharing your passion. We hadn't watched an episode for many months, but this was a great one to get us back into the story.
A beautiful spar.!
I have a short story for the group. My father made the first rotating aluminum mast for sail boats. At the time, he being a sailor and working for Pan American Airwsys, working with the Clipper Ships Air Boat Planes.
He took old struts off the planes after being past their prime. Then, he riveted several together and machined a mogul and a receiver so it could rotate. This he did circa 1937. The rest is history. He was so far ahead of his time.
Their is only a few UA-cam channels that I actually sit through the sponsored ads. This channel is on of my favorites
Beautiful an meticulous. They sure are. The wood is beautiful, too. And the massive result! What a job. Looking forward to more spar-making. And the day when the masted is fitted.
Such an interesting combination of modern technology and traditional craftsmanship.
Brilliant shipwrights. The best adds ever
Robert Darcy and his team are truly an amazing thing to watch. I’ve watched this several times and I seem to get new information each viewing. Not that I plan to build any spars: I’ll leave that to Robert!
I don't know when I was actually watching a ad without my brain going into passtrough mode.
Well done!
I am amazed by the strength of modern glues. Years ago I tested a few and found they were stronger than the wood, ripping it apart instead of the bond yielding.
Watching the mast build is another reason your my longest patreon cause and will be to the end of the build
Me too, Gavin!
That mast really is a coordinated mission by that highly polished team of spar makers. The way those joints are made to match each other so well while being such large sections was a treat for my eyes Leo. I'll bet it pleases you a good deal too .
Never knew a mast was such a complex thing to construct. Love the way it is built by obviously a well experienced group of guys…. I hope the Patreon revenues keep up; we do wanna see Tally Ho finished!
One of only time's the blade in the table saw is set at the right safety height, 1/4 inch or less above the wood being cut..
Safety Sally in da house. Not why the blade height is set flush. But comforting when a fraction of an inch from the blade.
@@weinerdog137 I've always thought of it as the difference between a bevel and a lost finger..
There's something special about watching real craftspersons at work.
You guys are the only channel whre I watch the ads without skipping - pure comedy, love it!
Be it Surfshark (I use them for years now) or the knives whose name I forgot. But I still remember your hilarious ad 😀
I took a vacation to Seattle and hit the Olympic peninsula for a few days of camping and Port Townsend was a highlight. Seeing this shop in person was awesome.
That music from 13:02 to 14:32 is traditional folklore Puerto Rican music. Being Puerto Rican makes me proud and happy that you liked and chose this music for your video. Thank you.
Never thought a mast was so complicated 😮
Great video!
That was the only advert which I have consciously sat through. Was so good! So excited to see the mast constructed and to have weekly videos back from Leo!!
That was the best Ad for anything, ever. I'm surprised at myself for saying this but more please.
The "Ship of Theseus" paradox asks if you replace every piece of a ship over time, is it still the same ship. Leo is the man to know. Any thoughts?
Itz already answered this question, a wooden ship is organic parts are always being changed mostly slowly or all at once like tallyho, take for example your self, each cell is being replaced by a new one in 5 years all old has been replaced so even if your cells has been replaced 100% you are still you ;)
He kept the shape of the ship all the way through for that reason.
Leo did a segment early on, concerning this exact question. Leo is a philosophical sailor.
@@weinerdog137 Thx. What was his answer to the 2nd half? If you kept all the old pieces and put them back together, would there be two ships of Theseus?
I'm familiar with the paradox, but not philosophically able to craft a cogent answer. However, I have noticed that Leo's intro has changed from "restoring" Tally Ho, to "rebuilding" Tally Ho, which is less philosophical.