This is why I love Sailing Ran, all the places you travelled , you took us along in your calm manner connecting us to so much beauty, I literally could smell the red cedar Johann. For memory Malin was in her early pregnancy with Vera, she too was a trooper as she was very unwell, and decided to stay with her husband when she would have felt better being off the yacht. ❤ I have So much respect for you two, very authentic and genuine.
That was such a good episode... It was such an uplifting experience seeing Johan in the redwood forest and thinking about their time on this planet... You are both doing such a wonderful job, and i thankyou so much for posting these episodes.
Complements to RR2 for being this open and transparent on what it takes to do a shakedown for a new boat. Great learning and experience! Well done to you for telling the story and having this kind of cooperation between the two channels. Hope when you have the HH trial that RR can provide the perspectives and tell the story. Overall, well done!
Once again, we get to see a man (shipwright by now) being in aw amongst the beautiful material he uses (in its virgin state I might add) - appreciating the importance of managing our forests. Beautiful vlog and dialogues. Tks 🇨🇦
At sea, you will have the smell of a forest. People used to talk about how good wooden boats smelled before engines. Even the side projects like the workshop are done with craft and aesthetics.
I'm a long time subscriber... Loved you guy's out on the water... However watching farmstead/boat building, simply extraordinary. I thank you From Portland, Oregon USA. The build looks fantastic.
You're doing such a beautiful job with the boat build, but I find myself also in awe of the work space you've created for yourself; and not to mention the farm and the scenery beyond! All very zen-like, inspirational and calming.
The trees in the grove that you visited are probably second growth. We had second growth Western Red Cedar on the previous property that we owned in Oregon that were of similar size and that property had been cut and re-planted about 60 years ago. If they were 140 years old they would be much, much larger.
Building as you are you actually build in some great stories which will live on with your boat once it gets used. Quite a composite of very uniquely sourced materials.
Thanks guys, And thank you for appreciating the timber you are using.. i think you we’re aiming to say, “it’s not just a material we need” it’s amazing fore thought and appreciation that the material is available.. a small thing we can all do, plant a tree, your grandchildren Will thank you for it!
Great to see the planking progress as the gap closes. Thank you for sharing the Western Red Cedar buying expedition, it's so important to share the stories of how long such a wonderful natural material takes to grow to a become a high quality lumber. I am so pleased to see recognition of those who planted even small areas of such species. The future boat builders will be super grateful for the seedlings being nurtured now. I think of my grandmother's cedar tiled roof, such a quiet house.
Do you plan to sell the plywood frames that serve as the skeleton for the planking? I say this in case the thought to sell your framework to someone else has not crossed your mind. I think you could recover a reasonable amount since the buyer would be getting the already-made forms for his or her boat build. And they have your step-by-step videos to help their build. Be careful with your demo, keep the pieces in good shape, yeah, shipshape! You could even sell your power tools as well, it is unlikely you will need them again. Just thinking a buyer might lease the barn and the house for their boat build. Recycle whatever you can whenever you can. :¬) Webhead USA
It’s amazing that one person decided long ago about those trees. There you are with a load of planks in the original forest. The smell is lovely! Victoria BC
A life long sailor from a sailing family on San Francisco Bay. I loved watching your section on the Northern California Redwoods - very special- I'm a new subscriber as well- now I'm going to have to binge watch all your episodes!
I live in Squamish, on the west coast of British Columbia, where the western red cedar is native. It is interesting how slowly these trees have grown over the past 135 years in Sweden. I planted cedars in my yard about 45 years ago, and they are as big or bigger than some of these in Sweden. But the slow growth is probably to your advantage; the grain should be tighter and the wood perhaps stronger.
Excellent ep. Slow and thoughtful. Thanks for showing us the grove. You mentioned loving the bark. The native peoples of the PNW (of NA) made incredibly intricate everyday (necessary) items from the bark. Hats, clothes, baskets, nets, traps, etc. It was as important to their lives as the timber and the salmon.
The Avenue of the Giants is truly amazing. Walking around huge living things that have been growing there fir over two thousand years really impacts your thoughts.
It seems western red cedar was a popular choice. We have the odd stand of it here in New Zealand that dates back to the 1880s. A bit of an oddity given kauri forrest was being cut down like there was no tomorrow back then. Ironically we now have little kauri left that has any age, but the cedar is now a tourist attraction!
That is one big boat. Now that I see you walking on the hull, the scale of the boat becomes very apparent. Incredible project and you seem to be doing a masterful job.
All I can say is “ great video”!!! I cruised the Queen Charolette Islands in 1982 in a Cascade 36- home built. I was in awe of the cedar trees / old growth. Your video reminds me of why I still am I still in awe of the island and the Haida people with their totem poles. Again , a Very cool video.
This was a very interesting episode. I especially enjoyed how you're now interconnected with the legacy of a stranger from the late 1800s who decided to experiment in the planting of the western red cedar in Sweden. It speaks to the effect our decisions have on others who come after us. It's an excellent anecdote to tell on the point of leaving a legacy in many forms. I think that if every one of us as a family planted trees, we could greatly improve the planet and connect more with life. Have you and Malin thought about planting many trees on your farm property to replenish what's been used on the boat? Maybe not red cedar, but it would be a great karmic gesture!
Eastern Ontario Canada here and the way we were taught as kids about the sequoia trees is to remember the number 333, they can grow 30 feet in diameter, 300 feet tall and 3000 years old, shame there's less then 5% of the original forest left. Nice episode showing your visit to that very old forest and nice to see the hull progress, almost light at the end of the tunnel.
D. A. M. N. ‼️ The hull is looking fabulous 🎉🎉🎉 Happy you found more of the wood (timber) you needed. Looking forward to the closing of the hull. A party may be a good idea.....at least some champagne for the two of you. 😊 See you next time. ✨ 🌊 💨 ⛵️ 🏝️ 👙 🌞 ✨
You give Leo a run for his money. Both of you are at the top of your game. Thank you so so much and heartfelt congratulations. RAN III exists henceforward; and what a beauty she is! ❤
The Avenue of the Giants is IMHO a must see and experience first hand. Western cedar smells divine. My western cedar deck is 30 years old and still in good shape for the most part. Congrats on the find and sharing the Western cedar forest. 🌲💚
I remember seeing pictures from 100 years ago showing lumberjacks felling large trees, not necessarily the Redwoods - maybe the Douglas Fir, with hand saws.Btw, the siding of my house consists of Cedar Shake Shingles. I stain every 8 to 10 years and they are as good as new. :¬) Webhead USA
Great Job! I have one question about the transom. Forgive me if someone asked before me. Why not build the transom and deadwood before planking so that you can lap and fasten the planking over the transom edge? I'm sure you have a plan for this step and I'm curious how this area to be constructed. thank you.
@ 16:45 I hadn't found you when you sailed BC before and explored the Forrests, I had to take a moment, to overcome my tears, I get that a lot when seeing Nature up close, At sea or on land, we are but a passing mosquito buzz, to such a Tree,
I've got to say, if I did half as much planking as you guys, I'd have some seriously incredible abs. The boat is looking great though! It's almost too bad that you won't be able to see the wood when it's all done.
OUTSTANDING Work Johan!!!!! I cannot WAIT to See her Finished!!!! I live in Southern Oregon NOT far from the Redwoods....I have seen them Hundreds of Times.....and I am ALWAYS in total Amazement How Big and OLD they are .....AWESOME Video
I drove down “the avenue of the giants” last November. My favourite was the 1800 year old “grandfather tree”. I also learned that the burnt out trees are caused by lightning.
@15:57 In the Netherlands we use the Thuja Occidentalis Brabant, aka Thuja, aka Levensboom (tree of life) mostly as hedges.👴🤓😉 This is the Thuja plicata, the giant tree of life. Let it be so...👴🤗😊
WAREHOUSER demonstrated a chainsaw that clamped on to the tree when it was a foot in diameter and it would propel itself around the tree climing higher each turn for so many turns then come back don. Thus the tree would grow whiteout knots from there out.
It must be nice to emerge from that big pile of lumber and finally have most of your usable space again! Shop area looks very efficient and beautiful with the grain of the wood showing up the elegant lines of the hull!
Cedar is such an interesting and uniquely perfumed wood. The giant redwoods north of San Fran which you also featured were on our honeymoon must see list 35 years ago. Also we lived in Bermuda a sailing nation and Bermuda cedar was also cultivated there for wonderful wooden home treasures, not least the lovers goblets which we still have. I am unsure if the trees were ever used there in boat construction. Interesting boat build videos, such craftsmanship.
Lived in Humboldt county going to college for seven years. That was long ago. Lived in a small rental house at the entrance to Humboldt bay that was close enough to have some ocean spray on my windows during strong storms.
Beautiful job , redwoods are something to see in person, I visited the mariposa Grove in Yosemite years ago. Seeing those tiny trees in person is something you will never regret you look up and you cannot see the top.
So cool to see our Western Red Cedar in your country. @13:40 I'm from the Pacific NW in WA state, and those are the same trees. Such a great choice for your strip plank. The fact you have cedar from our northern neighbors in BC not far from us.
Humboldt County in Northern California is also known as the Emerald Triangle.. it's known for its special Marijuana.. alot of hippie communes are in the area and it's the perfect place almost like a garden of Eden for growing and nature being able to strive with the conditions.. America truly is an amazing place.. of course I'm an American so it makes it easier to say this..😂
I believe the reason old growth trees have less knots ( branches) is because when a tree grows in a mature forest it doesn’t make much sense to put out branches in the shade of the surrounding trees. Therefore it goes for height because that’s where the light is. A tree grown in a clear cut benefits from putting out branches right away as there is plenty of light close to the ground. This is a bit different from your explanation ( but I am not a forester). If you notice there is little or no undergrowth near the cedar. This is how cedar competes with other plants by making the ground unsuitable for other plants. Acidic I think.
I live in northern California, myself, and have spent many enjoyable hours walking the trails around and among these great giant Sequoias in Humboldt Redwoods State Park (and the "Avenue of the Giants" near Redcrest, CA). I love their smell, too! It's good to see them, now, in Sweden as well!
Fun to see the clip from Humboldt! I used to live up there. I think I recognized the harbor you came into.
A good perspective of just how big the hull is
Showing the Western Red Cedar was very special - thank you!
This is why I love Sailing Ran, all the places you travelled , you took us along in your calm manner connecting us to so much beauty, I literally could smell the red cedar Johann. For memory Malin was in her early pregnancy with Vera, she too was a trooper as she was very unwell, and decided to stay with her husband when she would have felt better being off the yacht. ❤ I have So much respect for you two, very authentic and genuine.
Splendid images at night!
Showing the origin of the Wester Red Cedar was a nice touch! 🌲😊
These trees can reach 1000 to 1460 years of age in my native province of BC. Truly an amazing privilege to walk amongst these in the wild. :)
That was such a good episode... It was such an uplifting experience seeing Johan in the redwood forest and thinking about their time on this planet... You are both doing such a wonderful job, and i thankyou so much for posting these episodes.
It is a lovely dimension to this project, so grateful to Johan and Malin for sharing this and the care they put into this.
Agreed! An amazing connection with the materials for the build.
Beautiful production....
Complements to RR2 for being this open and transparent on what it takes to do a shakedown for a new boat. Great learning and experience! Well done to you for telling the story and having this kind of cooperation between the two channels. Hope when you have the HH trial that RR can provide the perspectives and tell the story. Overall, well done!
I'm no greeney, but I love walking in forest touching trees. Trees are most incredible things
Once again, we get to see a man (shipwright by now) being in aw amongst the beautiful material he uses (in its virgin state I might add) - appreciating the importance of managing our forests. Beautiful vlog and dialogues. Tks 🇨🇦
Lookin' great
At sea, you will have the smell of a forest. People used to talk about how good wooden boats smelled before engines. Even the side projects like the workshop are done with craft and aesthetics.
loved the section in the trees.
I'm a long time subscriber... Loved you guy's out on the water... However watching farmstead/boat building, simply extraordinary. I thank you From Portland, Oregon USA. The build looks fantastic.
You're doing such a beautiful job with the boat build, but I find myself also in awe of the work space you've created for yourself; and not to mention the farm and the scenery beyond! All very zen-like, inspirational and calming.
Every episode i'm baffled by your craftsmanship.
Thanks very much
The substantial girth of the boat is now visible. She's looking to be a great boat.
Hope you keep some cedar to line the clothes lockers, it makes your clothes smell delicious!
The trees in the grove that you visited are probably second growth. We had second growth Western Red Cedar on the previous property that we owned in Oregon that were of similar size and that property had been cut and re-planted about 60 years ago. If they were 140 years old they would be much, much larger.
Great Episode!
Johan you must be so proud of the work you are doing....Ran lll is looking so beautiful
Building as you are you actually build in some great stories which will live on with your boat once it gets used. Quite a composite of very uniquely sourced materials.
Great video
The ultimate exercise in agility!! Stay young
Johan you have done a fabulous job on this Boat thus far, I've been binge watching your videos for several days been enjoying this build bigtime!
Thanks guys, And thank you for appreciating the timber you are using.. i think you we’re aiming to say, “it’s not just a material we need” it’s amazing fore thought and appreciation that the material is available.. a small thing we can all do, plant a tree, your grandchildren Will thank you for it!
Great to see the planking progress as the gap closes. Thank you for sharing the Western Red Cedar buying expedition, it's so important to share the stories of how long such a wonderful natural material takes to grow to a become a high quality lumber. I am so pleased to see recognition of those who planted even small areas of such species. The future boat builders will be super grateful for the seedlings being nurtured now. I think of my grandmother's cedar tiled roof, such a quiet house.
So love how Johan reveres the forest and tress.
Do you plan to sell the plywood frames that serve as the skeleton for the planking? I say this in case the thought to sell your framework to someone else has not crossed your mind. I think you could recover a reasonable amount since the buyer would be getting the already-made forms for his or her boat build. And they have your step-by-step videos to help their build. Be careful with your demo, keep the pieces in good shape, yeah, shipshape! You could even sell your power tools as well, it is unlikely you will need them again. Just thinking a buyer might lease the barn and the house for their boat build. Recycle whatever you can whenever you can. :¬) Webhead USA
Thank you for taking me on your trip to get the cedar. It must be exciting to be getting the hull planked up. Thanks
It’s amazing that one person decided long ago about those trees. There you are with a load of planks in the original forest. The smell is lovely! Victoria BC
A life long sailor from a sailing family on San Francisco Bay. I loved watching your section on the Northern California Redwoods - very special- I'm a new subscriber as well- now I'm going to have to binge watch all your episodes!
So nice to see a boat build from beginning, and someday, till the end. Can't wait to see Ran 3 get her christening.
the mighty Volvo wagon is back !
One of my earliest memories is standing in that same tree at 3 years old over 2 decades ago
As a lover of wooden boats from Vancouver Island I sure enjoy watching your videos
Thank You so much
I live in Squamish, on the west coast of British Columbia, where the western red cedar is native. It is interesting how slowly these trees have grown over the past 135 years in Sweden. I planted cedars in my yard about 45 years ago, and they are as big or bigger than some of these in Sweden.
But the slow growth is probably to your advantage; the grain should be tighter and the wood perhaps stronger.
Excellent ep. Slow and thoughtful. Thanks for showing us the grove.
You mentioned loving the bark. The native peoples of the PNW (of NA) made incredibly intricate everyday (necessary) items from the bark. Hats, clothes, baskets, nets, traps, etc. It was as important to their lives as the timber and the salmon.
The Avenue of the Giants is truly amazing. Walking around huge living things that have been growing there fir over two thousand years really impacts your thoughts.
It seems western red cedar was a popular choice. We have the odd stand of it here in New Zealand that dates back to the 1880s. A bit of an oddity given kauri forrest was being cut down like there was no tomorrow back then. Ironically we now have little kauri left that has any age, but the cedar is now a tourist attraction!
Looking at the giant redwood forests brought back lots of memories! RANIIis going to be spectacular!⛵️⛵️⛵️
That is one big boat. Now that I see you walking on the hull, the scale of the boat becomes very apparent. Incredible project and you seem to be doing a masterful job.
Fascinating to see the impact a UA-cam channel makes. machinery and timber offered
All I can say is “ great video”!!!
I cruised the Queen Charolette Islands in 1982 in a Cascade 36- home built. I was in awe of the cedar trees / old growth. Your video reminds me of why I still am I still in awe of the island and the Haida people with their totem poles.
Again , a Very cool video.
Love to see all the large old trees, especially the one across the stream. Planking looking great. Almost there.
Vad, du kan, !!!!!,Mycket imponerad av dina kunskaper.....Härliga snickarkunskaper...
Mvh Magnus Lemhage Skövde Sverige 🙂👍
Good going. Can’t wait till the flip.
This was a very interesting episode. I especially enjoyed how you're now interconnected with the legacy of a stranger from the late 1800s who decided to experiment in the planting of the western red cedar in Sweden. It speaks to the effect our decisions have on others who come after us. It's an excellent anecdote to tell on the point of leaving a legacy in many forms. I think that if every one of us as a family planted trees, we could greatly improve the planet and connect more with life. Have you and Malin thought about planting many trees on your farm property to replenish what's been used on the boat? Maybe not red cedar, but it would be a great karmic gesture!
You should install a jack line on the ceiling and wear a harness in case you fall. Thats a long way.
Eastern Ontario Canada here and the way we were taught as kids about the sequoia trees is to remember the number 333, they can grow 30 feet in diameter, 300 feet tall and 3000 years old, shame there's less then 5% of the original forest left. Nice episode showing your visit to that very old forest and nice to see the hull progress, almost light at the end of the tunnel.
Thankyou 👍
Johan, now you’ve been ‘in my backyard’ to get this timber. I would easily have come to your help.
Beautiful episode, your countryside is absolutely stunning 🤩 great progress on the build 👍👍🥰⛵️⛵️
D. A. M. N. ‼️ The hull is looking fabulous 🎉🎉🎉 Happy you found more of the wood (timber) you needed. Looking forward to the closing of the hull. A party may be a good idea.....at least some champagne for the two of you. 😊 See you next time. ✨ 🌊 💨 ⛵️ 🏝️ 👙 🌞 ✨
More Fine Business!!! RAN 3 is the same length as the mobile home I live in! CHEERS from Westcoast Vancouver Island Canada!
You give Leo a run for his money. Both of you are at the top of your game. Thank you so so much and heartfelt congratulations. RAN III exists henceforward; and what a beauty she is! ❤
The Avenue of the Giants is IMHO a must see and experience first hand. Western cedar smells divine. My western cedar deck is 30 years old and still in good shape for the most part. Congrats on the find and sharing the Western cedar forest. 🌲💚
I remember seeing pictures from 100 years ago showing lumberjacks felling large trees, not necessarily the Redwoods - maybe the Douglas Fir, with hand saws.Btw, the siding of my house consists of Cedar Shake Shingles. I stain every 8 to 10 years and they are as good as new. :¬) Webhead USA
You have a unique ability to create informative and calming videos unlike any other UA-cam channel I've discovered...thanks!
You are fearless, making that cut.
Seeing the cedar trees makes me a little homesick for my west coast Canada!
Great Job! I have one question about the transom. Forgive me if someone asked before me. Why not build the transom and deadwood before planking so that you can lap and fasten the planking over the transom edge? I'm sure you have a plan for this step and I'm curious how this area to be constructed. thank you.
Thank you RAN for 361...
Brilliant narration as always. And such a lovely idea to splice in that footage from 2019. You guys rock! Thank you Malin and Johan. 😊🎉
Hi, never an episode to miss , great work and your feelings for nature is so honest . Thanks for your videos . 👍👍👍
I loved that you went and visited the forest where the tree was from 🥰
@ 16:45 I hadn't found you when you sailed BC before and explored the Forrests, I had to take a moment, to overcome my tears, I get that a lot when seeing Nature up close, At sea or on land, we are but a passing mosquito buzz, to such a Tree,
I've got to say, if I did half as much planking as you guys, I'd have some seriously incredible abs. The boat is looking great though! It's almost too bad that you won't be able to see the wood when it's all done.
NOYO Harbor my hometown. Vessel build looks great. Peace and blessings to you and your family. ❤
OUTSTANDING Work Johan!!!!! I cannot WAIT to See her Finished!!!! I live in Southern Oregon NOT far from the Redwoods....I have seen them Hundreds of Times.....and I am ALWAYS in total Amazement How Big and OLD they are .....AWESOME Video
Great build, great to see the boat almost planked.
Thank you so much for the English narration. Such a sweet build. Wow! ✨🌸✨
Another GREAT video
Really loved the story behind the Cedar 👍👍👍👍
I’m loving it, my God; that’s going to be a beautiful boat!!!!
I drove down “the avenue of the giants” last November. My favourite was the 1800 year old “grandfather tree”. I also learned that the burnt out trees are caused by lightning.
Fantastic carpentry
What a massive undertaking 👏👏👏
Beautiful forest.
Great episode, loved the wood details.
Thank you for sharing 😊
Sail on
Cheers
I’m very impressed by your abilities and attitude! I am not a sailor but I am a woodworker and your work is impressive
THE haul is really looking good. I bet you are looking forward to getting the insides done.
@15:57 In the Netherlands we use the Thuja Occidentalis Brabant, aka Thuja, aka Levensboom (tree of life) mostly as hedges.👴🤓😉
This is the Thuja plicata, the giant tree of life. Let it be so...👴🤗😊
West Red cedar is a lovely timber especially for making greenhouses which last for years and so will your boat .
The perfect coffee break video! Thank you for sharing! Greetings from 🇨🇦
Fantastic!!!!
WAREHOUSER demonstrated a chainsaw that clamped on to the tree when it was a foot in diameter and it would propel itself around the tree climing higher each turn for so many turns then come back don. Thus the tree would grow whiteout knots from there out.
Excellent video covering so much in such a short time. The end of the planking phase is accelerating towards you.😀👍⛵️
It must be nice to emerge from that big pile of lumber and finally have most of your usable space again! Shop area looks very efficient and beautiful with the grain of the wood showing up the elegant lines of the hull!
Beautiful Family!, and everything so well explained, Thank You, and Best Regards From Dominican Republic⛵
Happy to hear that you got a great price for all that timber. I also enjoy seeing the hull develop. Thanks for sharing.
Wow...amazing forestry there. Thanks for sharing!
Cedar is such an interesting and uniquely perfumed wood. The giant redwoods north of San Fran which you also featured were on our honeymoon must see list 35 years ago. Also we lived in Bermuda a sailing nation and Bermuda cedar was also cultivated there for wonderful wooden home treasures, not least the lovers goblets which we still have. I am unsure if the trees were ever used there in boat construction. Interesting boat build videos, such craftsmanship.
Lived in Humboldt county going to college for seven years. That was long ago. Lived in a small rental house at the entrance to Humboldt bay that was close enough to have some ocean spray on my windows during strong storms.
Beautiful job , redwoods are something to see in person, I visited the mariposa Grove in Yosemite years ago. Seeing those tiny trees in person is something you will never regret you look up and you cannot see the top.
So cool to see our Western Red Cedar in your country. @13:40 I'm from the Pacific NW in WA state, and those are the same trees. Such a great choice for your strip plank. The fact you have cedar from our northern neighbors in BC not far from us.
Humboldt County in Northern California is also known as the Emerald Triangle.. it's known for its special Marijuana.. alot of hippie communes are in the area and it's the perfect place almost like a garden of Eden for growing and nature being able to strive with the conditions.. America truly is an amazing place.. of course I'm an American so it makes it easier to say this..😂
I believe the reason old growth trees have less knots ( branches) is because when a tree grows in a mature forest it doesn’t make much sense to put out branches in the shade of the surrounding trees. Therefore it goes for height because that’s where the light is. A tree grown in a clear cut benefits from putting out branches right away as there is plenty of light close to the ground. This is a bit different from your explanation ( but I am not a forester). If you notice there is little or no undergrowth near the cedar. This is how cedar competes with other plants by making the ground unsuitable for other plants. Acidic I think.
I live in northern California, myself, and have spent many enjoyable hours walking the trails around and among these great giant Sequoias in Humboldt Redwoods State Park (and the "Avenue of the Giants" near Redcrest, CA). I love their smell, too! It's good to see them, now, in Sweden as well!