4 years of boat building in 20 minutes (EP 18)

It's time for a catch up!
Here we go back in time to show you all how Tarkine started, from laying the keel to fastening the first planks! Matt takes some time to answer a few questions that have come up and a recap of what been happening this past year.
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[@johndate1776]

I’m finding it very hard to believe that neither of you knew much of traditional boatbuilding, laminating with epoxy, woodworking, carving, etc. before you started this project. At least confirm there was gold-leaf experience! :-). Truly impressive across all expectation! Keep going! Cause, well, you’re too far Inuit to stop now.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Ah yes! Books go a long way and Matt has always sailed boat and owned them so picked up a bit there. Enough staring and observing how other boats are built also helps but we certainly jumped in the deep end! Yes can’t turn back now! Haha

[@odyshopody9387]

That's very impressive what the two of you have done. I came across the Tally Ho project a couple of weeks ago, and have been binge watching it that's how your video popped up. Even though the building material is different where they're using timbers and your using laminate, I see a lot of similarities in the building process. The fact that Leo is an experienced boat builder who's had help from a lot of people including other experienced builders and you guy's have tackled this project with no experienced just make me more in awe of your work and how beautiful the boat has turned out! Great job, keep on chasing your dreams.

[@mcc19606]

I've been a long-term follower of Tally Ho, and Acorn to Arabella. It was great to stumble on your channel. It's so rewarding following a local production of a boat build. Really enjoying your progress. Mike

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks Mike, great to hear. Hopefully we can keep you entertained and happy! Cheers

[@jimsinclair2862]

I also have followed Leo on Tally Ho and Steve on A2A. I just stumbled across you channel and immediately clicked to follow. It can be a long process, keep your spirits up.

[@NSResponder]

I'm impressed by you jumping in at the deep end like that instead of trying a much smaller boat for a first go.

[@PublicMixHardworking1]

Love you guys ❤❤❤

[@thamasakthamaz6118]

Watching you build this beautiful boat makes me want to build one for myself. Thank you for sharing your wonderful stories.

[@denislamadeleine1181]

I'm hoping you will keep making videos right through her launch and of course the adventures that follow. You guys have made amazing progress and I look forward to each new video to see what is next on the build list. Keep up the great work!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes we will keep it up as long as you all enjoy! Cheers

[@esthersmit4757]

Huge fun to see y'all building this beautiful vessel! I love to follow the process!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh great to hear, yes she’s not small! We are slowly coming to terms with that hahah

[@KenDavies-qv3fs]

You two are great! This is the best time in your lives to do what you are doing. Good Luck

[@ed-beahan918]

Wonderful project

[@emmaslow]

It's amazing to see all the very early photos and footage, before you started your channel. Your achievements so far are even more impressive, seeing everything come from just a lofting table. I actively avoid sailing - I've tried learning to sail and overcoming my fears for about 40 years to no avail - but I'm a house builder, and find your channel so inspiring and satisfying to watch. I'm even looking forward to watching you sail, and that's something I didn't think I'd feel 🤣

[@floathi]

Thanks for the great content . Looking forward to seeing all progress.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Our pleasure!

[@MrMichaelcurran]

Thank you 2 for making video from stem to stern. Your going to have one beautiful boat when you finish. It truly is, what dreams are made of!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks! Building the dream! Haha

[@Phantomthecat]

Wow, how have I not known about your build? Awesome work! Subscribed and can’t wait to see more!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh hey there! We are glad you stumbled upon us, stay tuned!

[@felipericketts]

What a beautiful thing you are building! 🙂

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

It really is!

[@rhgoodridge]

Amazing work guys, your boat looks beautiful. Can't wait to see the upcoming episodes :-)

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks! Just started working on the next one. Hopefully they only get better!

[@markdubbert6326]

Wow, awesome work and what a team. Enjoyed every minute

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

That’s fantastic news! Hopefully they will continue to improve.

[@nmauch]

Oh dear, another build to follow! Beautiful boat and great work!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Welcome on board! We hope you enjoy the videos.

[@davidrichardson5163]

I have just found your channel, have watched this video and will now go back to episode 1 to get a proper perspective of all your work. What a fabulous project!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes a good plan! Hope you enjoy the earlier ones haha

[@jasonworles9395]

I loved these early photographs. Keep up the great work and make sure you follow Doctor's orders.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yeah the photos are great to reflect on how far we’ve come, yes doctors orders are being followed very closely!

[@davidlenneberg4303]

Brilliant what a sense of achievement you must be proud. Looking forward to seeing many more episodes.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes it’s great to sometimes look back at how far we’ve come!

[@jpsuperstar]

Amazing how casually you display your craftsmanship, the finish looks incredible, and super inspiring

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks, it’s hard to reach perfection and satisfaction on your own project but we try..

[@bohousek5]

Amazing progress guys, wish you loads of luck!!!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks, we will need a fair bit of luck!

[@h2energynow]

Incredible boat plan, nice progress.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you! She definitely is our dream boat

[@mathieugrenier27]

Wow that's amazing you are working so hard !

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou!! We are giving it a good go! Haha

[@waynedoeblin6801]

Hey guys,that was a great idea to compile a series of your photographs like this,it answers so many of the questions I had.And now I know how you got to where you are.Thanks for sharing your story,I’ll keep watching what ever you share that’s for sure👌🙂

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh yeah that’s what we like to hear! As long as you keep watching we will keep building and creating! It’s a win win situation ahah

[@geoffwright7110]

We done guys, nice summary of works to date. Beautiful and clean build and really showing a craft you excel at. Look forward to continued episodes.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou!

[@pauld9530]

Thankyou for showing us all the pre-youtube progress. :)

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Our pleasure.

[@MadisonBoatworks]

Really beautiful work!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks guys! Your a secret idols, we hope to sail and see what you two have!

[@Hyperdrive2]

Sensational effort looking great.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@rickestabrook4987]

Superb. What a partnership you have there. Hope the shoulder is back if form soon.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Getting there with the shoulder.. a slow road!

[@melkingrealestate]

Excellent video...

[@iefkelena]

Thank you so much! We are following the progress from the start but see it again in summary I realize how amazing your work is! We will visit you and Tarkine somewhere in the world, dont be surpised if more people will pop up!!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Well we look forward to a visit one day and a proper introduction! Thanks for watching and leaving such a nice comment

[@johnmorgenthaler3611]

You two are a great team . The boat is a great choice,is beautiful and truly worth building. Keep up the good work

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks! Great to hear

[@davidnichols147]

Truly amazing work, her transom looks absolutely beautiful.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks David!

[@captainblack345]

You guys are doing an awesome project! We are on the last steps to start our rebuild project...following you guys! Cheers

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Well thankyou! What project are you working on?

[@Sailor_Greg]

Dang, what a beautiful project. Subscribed!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh yes that’s what we like to hear!

[@martinshields4172]

You keep making the vidieos and I will be watching for sure. This one was another great effort, content, music and info in balance. Love your work. Martin

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks Martin, that’s really reassuring to hear. We will hopefully keep a good standard

[@rickwhite3757]

As an avid viewer of boat builds, this is fast becoming a favourite of mine. Stunning work. Well done from the UK.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks, glad we are interesting enough!

[@EastAsiaCreativeMedia]

no water tight bulkheads???

[@PublicMixHardworking1]

Love you guys ❤❤❤

[@liamhickey901]

Going well mate, well done!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

First comment on a new video! Cheers

[@gl2856]

Only just came across your video , what a lovely boat you’re making super quality and very impressive, well your skill and knowledge has certainly impressed me , love it when young people take on a labour of love in this way , well done , can’t wait for the next instalment, 👍Graham L

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Hey Graham, so glad you found us and you’re enjoying our journey of building a boat! Cheers

[@charlesseymour1482]

Stunning beauty inside just after moulds come out. Wow.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yeah she looked great for a day or two but didn’t take Matt long to start filling her up with stuff haha

[@DWAJarrett]

Sensational achievement guys. I really enjoyed seeing the build photos. Beautiful, super strong and lovely details.🙋

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks mate! Glad the photos kept you occupied! Cheers

[@robgosse9923]

Beautiful build!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you!

[@kellygresham6723]

your vessel is looking wonderful. just started watching.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou! Glad you stumbled upon us and you enjoy the vids!

[@stevedunford7632]

Thanks for sharing the early photos. I do like the technique of the cheap (ish) moulds followed by laminating the ribs. The view of the interior with the moulds removed is stunning. Keep up the good work.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yeah it’s was slightly odd way but worked great, it’s often done but not on such a big scale

[@bensteyn1974]

These recaps are very helpful and entertaining for people with memory issues like mine! Thanks 🎉😂

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Great to hear!

[@user-ix2cv5bp4j]

Congratulations! For what you do! Well done!. You make the plans. Greetings from GREECE!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks and glad we made it as far as Greece! Amazing

[@pedrocaria6852]

You guys are the awesomest awesome folk I've seen in ages! :-) inspiring, amazing.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Hahah well that’s very kind of you to say so! Thanks!

[@craftendra]

Great work! Beautiful boat! Top team!!!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks mate! Your coming along very well also! Especially for a so,o build, great job. You’ll be floating before us that’s for sure!

[@raybelcher]

Great work, thank you for sharing.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks for watching!

[@GLF-Video]

Amazing work. Great explanation. Thanks for sharing.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks, it’s good we got a chance to actually explain some details from earlier in the project

[@gavinberry1796]

I have great admiration for you guys, and the videos bring back many memories of "the old days" - look forward to the day when the videos are of you two cruising the world, conquering the elements, and having broad smiles on your "dials"!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

We are looking forward to getting in the water also! Thanks

[@hanfordcreek5309]

Yes! This is great content!

[@charlesseymour1482]

Clean build. Well done you two. Be proud....

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks, we often take a moment to marvel at how far we’ve come, which also comes with the reminder of how far to go!

[@lanerothsailing2293]

so beautiful. I love her lines. hard work and joy. I'm living a dream thru your videos.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Ha that’s great to hear, glad we can share with you.

[@alainLambert-tf7oy]

C'est vraiment du très très beau travail ! Bravo à tous 👍 (France )

[@whobers1]

Wow, beautifull lines. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@blackbirdxx4613]

Beautiful stuff

[@walterhuehn1270]

Love it guys. Great Job. Keep going strong !!👍👌

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks! May the strong keep on going!

[@peterforrest6682]

Wow...my total respect and admiration ! She's going to be a beautiful yacht. Heartwarming to see young people doing this. You've got many years to enjoy her and reflect on your achievement. Well done...loved the video...

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh so nice of you to say! Really appreciate the positivity! Amazing stuff. Keeps us going!

[@jurisvilde2151]

What a fantastic effort. You guys would give Acorn To Arabella a run for their money.

[@ApexWoodworks]

The thing I find most fascinating about this channel is their approach to the hull building process.

[@bertplank8011]

Give it acouple of years and A2A will need a "refit".

[@ReiMonCoH]

I’m sorry we missed building the hull.. It looks pretty awesome 👍🏻

[@Nena84734]

That was an interesting bit of history. What is over and above is your woodworking skills, the joinery is all so fantastic and your finishes so perfect, you have a high bar! The shape of the boat and all that planking this way then that way, gorgeous!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks, when building your own boat or house you can get carried away in the details and finding satisfaction is often hard!

[@Nena84734]

@@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River what? I’ve done tons of projects and am very picky, and when I look at them I think, yeah, I did that!! With your build, it’s okay, we can all stand back and say wow, they built that and it’s amazing! I know what you mean about the details though, they are often the most important parts!

[@jamiekaye3680]

I just watch you walk down your passage way to get to a through hole 😊 you must be proud it looked great

[@waterboy8999]

What a great piece of work! Well done, Ilove it. Best wishes from Scotland

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you! We love Schotland and her people! Definitely on the top of our list once we are sailing in Europe. Maybe we will meet you there!

[@waterboy8999]

@@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River you won't be disappointed.

[@catboatcharters1108]

Amazing work! Keep it up! She will be stunning.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes we sure do hope so!

[@Thebarco]

Acompanho vocês desde o inicio lá no facebook, fiquei muito feliz quando começaram a fazer vídeos aqui no KZbin. ⛵

[@sailingviking7885]

Very well done! I also follow Ran Sailing's channel and it is interesting to see the similarities even though they are two different types of vessels. Ran builds their hull upside down. I am impressed by the courage you show and wish you all the best.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh yes we are familiar with RAN sailing. Seeing where they are now brings back memories.. planking on and on.

[@pangrac1]

The shape of the hull is beautiful. 👌

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh yes! We think so too haha

[@charlesseymour1482]

I loved the photo journey of the build beginnings. Pics are more clear than video

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh great to know, we may do some more one day..

[@chantedefelepe]

Wow talk about balls you two our bloody amazing well done just stubbed on your cannel love it keep going guy’s

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks for the sub! Cheers

[@shaynehansen7151]

Just found this for the first time, Congratulations she is a beautiful thing. Hopefully get to see her for real one day sailing around our waters

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Fantastic news! Glad your joining our journey.

[@peterarmstrong8613]

I love my boat build videos, but this one is a gem.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you for the compliment Peter!

[@CaveLife652]

Well no one will question your ambition. Lovely boat you have under way.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes you have to be ambitious!

[@junnl5901]

I’m so proud of you guys!!!!!!!❤

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks Junn! Let us know when you want to come down and help haha

[@mattsmith9216]

Great job, and video!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Trajectionable]

It's hard to say just how great this project is - coming from a long-time wooden boat aficionado, to see a small, creative, and tremendously industrious team assemble this vault of cold-molded integrity, in a perfect length, and with a customized below-decks, is for me exhilarating. Tarktine is truly awesome and the group is to be commended. What wonderful stuff. May she blue-water for a century.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Almost poetic! Thankyou, we are glad you can appreciate Tarkine and the work done also!

[@spikeafrican8797]

Some serious skill there. She's absolutely lovely. Subbed.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks mate! Sub on and enjoy!

[@glennbrown1961]

Tassy boatbuilding alive and well. Congratulations on the work to date. Proper job! No wonder this place had a worldwide reputation for great looking timber vessels.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks! Yes Tasmania has some amazing quality wood which naturally goes hand in hand with boat building! The waterways down here are also quite nice for sailing and messing around in boats.

[@fransdriesen1311]

Outstanding…thanks for sharing and keep up the good work..

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks, will do!

[@fransdriesen1311]

@@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River Langzaam maar zeker en met gevoel..…

[@georgedechambeau9135]

Love it! Beautiful the way you work together. Regarding the butterfly, in our case a source of small leaks until we replaced the Lexan and brought it all the way out to the edge of the frame. Attached a trim frame around the edge of the hatch, on top of the Lexan for looks. Used smoke shaded Lexan to reduce glare.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh nice thanks for that, didn’t even consider the glare on the glass! Nice one

[@jorglange2666]

Just had time to look at your boat build. Awesome job, good choice of engine and boat design! I have been rebuilding an Atkin Ingrid, red cedar plank on oak frames, that was launched in 1973, needed lots of work when l got her. She has a 70 hp kubota which is plenty of power even when going against the current. I changed her from ketch rig to a cutter and am redoing the interior next. Keep on keeping on!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh that’s great to know, we worried 60hp would t be enough but it should be fine.. can’t beat an Atkin Ingrid! Very pretty boat

[@andyjohnson4485]

And a good morning to you too!! 😁

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Or good evening….

[@rodlynch2319]

wow, 4 years, long way to go. good luck.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh yeah! Not that long if you enjoy it though

[@jeffb6131]

You guys are doing an amazing job, looks like a real labour of love.That transom has to be one of the most exquisite I've seen,Just beautiful, she's going to be a stunner.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh so nice of you to say! We are quite happy with ourselves also haha

[@ontic2354]

Thanks to the algorithm, you just popped in my feed. New sub, from Melbourne.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Haha yes it’s now in the hands of the KZbin gods! We still can’t understand it but fantastic you found us!

[@herosam1000]

The planer bit 😂 I made a noise out loud when you were doing that!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Ha oh yes gets your blood pumping and wakes you up that’s for sure!

[@ColinWetherelt]

1500 views in a few hours. A good start!! Should be encouraging. I for one admire you 2 and respect your efforts

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes slowly climbing! Each video is generally getting more views which is amazing!

[@jamiemorin6884]

Amazing Build!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Glad you think so!

[@torsi10]

New subscriber here, awesome work, can't wait to follow you guys on your build and journey :) Greetings from Norway

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou! I’m glad we have some Norwegian followers, it’s beautiful there, definitely on the visit list!!

[@christianvlek]

I Just stumbled across this upload today , and with tally-ho in the water and on the home stretch , the timing seemed pretty good. keep up the good work . best wishes from your latest sub , and greetings from kalgoorlie / Boulder WA

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh well welcome to our little channel!! Glad you stumbled upon us, tally go does look amazing! We hope to be there one day soon.

[@AngusJohnson-ei1kk]

The two you are are pretty neat on so many ways . Your humble low key no fan fair just building a sailing vessel that fits who you both are . Hats off to you . Angus SV Violet Walters.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou SV violet! Much appreciated

[@harrisji]

I enjoyed this video very much thank you🙂

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Great to hear it was a hit!

[@sjd9214]

Awesome!! Nice attention to details. This reminds me SO MUCH when I built my strip planked Channel Cutter. Anyways, just found your channel now and subscribed. Carry on.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh wow you build a strip planked cutter also?! Amazing! What was she called?

[@sjd9214]

She was a Channel Cutter from a slightly modified William Atkins design called the Benbow. 28' LOD, and 36' LOA with bowsprit and boomkin. Took me 7 years to build using Western Red cedar strip planking with concave/convex edge profile. Laminated white oak frames, plywood sundeck with glued teak decking. I then sailed her from Vancouver to East Africa over a 5 year period. I was around your age too. 😊

[@freerangerooster8925]

Good on ya guys!

[@user-lk2cj2qs1d]

Great build lofting full size is a must Even for a larger boat Ribbands great method That method you did is easier than carvel Plank on frame

[@brettjohnsey7708]

New subscriber here love a new build and got to say its looking really good

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

That’s for getting in and enjoying our channel! Appreciate the sub and comment!

[@markpalmer5311]

Howdy from Texas! Beautiful video.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Well Howdy Texas! Gday from Tasmania haha

[@markpalmer5311]

@@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River I have an ancestor (4x grandfather) who spent 10-12 years as a political prisoner in Tasmania when the British called it Van Diemen’s Land. He had tried to start a Revolution in Canada! We were invited to a Memorial for his compatriots, but Covid cancelled it. We’d still love to visit. Really enjoying your build and your videos.

[@user-dn3hs9vg8r]

Wow,So have a good days.

[@timothymulholland7905]

Congratulations! What a beautiful job. I hope you will reinforce the structure enough.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you Timothy, that's definitely the plan!