Hard dodger build part 1

I begin building the plywood hard dodger for my cape dory 28 sailboat.
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Special thanks to George, John and Dave for help on the dodger this week.

[@TERoss-jk9ny]

I appreciate you Sam. I’m fighting multiple health issues but watching you gives me the will to get out again and try. Thanks!

[@insiteempeyer6646]

Stay strong. God bless you

[@ryangregohara]

Hope you are able to stay positive. Seeing Sam has really given me comfort and joy despite being locked down and unable to see family.

[@TERoss-jk9ny]

@@ryangregohara : Thanks!!

[@MrNikkoz]

I am right there with you T.E. I feel like as soon as we get out on the water everything will be right. Godspeed

[@stephenkillick5812]

I am technically disabled, but your videos keep my dream of ocean sailing alive. If you lose the idea of accomplishing a mostly relaxing pursuit, you lose the will to live and that I am not prepared to even consider. I am alive for a reason and I am not inclined to rule out possibilities.

[@mammaholmes]

I've said it before, I'll say it again, "My kids are so cool". He probably got that plastic bag/frosting trick from all the cookies we decorated when they were little. 👨‍🍳

[@rhett7716]

Wow youve raised Great kids Ann. Congratulations 👏👍😊

[@MrNikkoz]

Haha, even Momma is here, best channel ever. It is wholesome and highlights one of my favorite Mantras, "Done is better than perfect."

[@calebh2642]

I like being part of the build. Going to be even more epic when she sets sail to cross the Atlantic

[@FeelItRising]

people spend ages making these spanning many videos. Sam: Hold my beer

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

You are so impressive with all your skills, the dodger will be a great addition for both comfort and safety. Cannot wait to see you back in the water . Stay healthy and safe⛵️⛵️⛵️😊

[@stuartdowning8131]

@9:02 My Dad used to say, "Looks good from a galloping horse."

[@daneulekowski929]

Some day he'll be sailing a Sam Holmes 37, hull #1

[@rhett7716]

That wouldn't surprise me !

[@yru435]

They have to make the 3-D printers oversized.

[@ianmangham4570]

I'm off to look at a Sam Holmes😂37

[@mylespowers3965]

‘a project you look at from a distance’ sounds like the dinghy I’m starting to build. :)

[@JakeHolman78]

Hey, I built the same dinghy in my garage last winter, lol.

[@buddydog1956]

Sam 's a Viking! He can do anything!!!

[@sartorst3376]

A 20 feet away project that's funny ! wish I was close enough to help

[@gregstiles]

I like how often you are posting new vids bud.

[@jacksmith8002]

when I messed around with boat projects I use to call them 10 footers, they looked great from 10 ft

[@LSZ71F4Ucorsair]

Sam's going big time now! haha you're bad ass bud, and an inspiration in not only work ethic end creativity, but In what kind of world you can shape for yourself with a vision and dedication despite the cards youre dealt. Killed it as always!

[@insideoutface]

Why what's wrong with his cards? The 2 buttholes thing? (although I think he's back to one now)

[@LSZ71F4Ucorsair]

@@insideoutface My mans no complainer, I wouldn't know. But if he doesn't have horses, hell use tires. If he doesn't have a dinghy, hell build one. He works with what hes got and does great doing it. Everyone has problems but it takes a tough ass imagineer to make this shit look easy.

[@rhett7716]

@@LSZ71F4Ucorsair well said 👍👏😁

[@DavidBradsherBBG]

Sam. I wish you were my bud. Your living the dream.

[@loadedhog1135]

@rhY - David just made a heartfelt comment and you feel its appropriate to correct his English or typo? This channel is too classy for that self-righteousness.

[@bilsabo]

Thanks for the videos, after watching you and a few other sailing channels over the past 5 years, i finally bought my very own, a nice Niagara 35. Maybe we’ll cross paths in our travels. Cheers

[@Brian-sn4eu]

Of all the sailing channels I watch, Sam drills the most holes in his boats. lol.

[@tbecker8518]

no shit. a good or bad thing?

[@genesmith4019]

​@@tbecker8518 Where do the paper towels tear off the roll? Usually along the holes-

[@cecilpacetti1491]

I've seen this done twice before on sailing channels and both times they had to replace the dodger because the plywood rotted away. Both times they used a foam board core the 2nd time around. Good luck.

[@dooleyfussle8634]

I was wondering if that might not have been a better material for the base of the dodger, especially since he "lost" much of the plywood when he cut out the windows. On the other hand, it's going to need to be able to withstand a lot of pounding under rough seas, so maybe this was the best choice. Time will tell.

[@TravelinLight303]

Free Range Sailing as a lot of great examples on many of these projects as well.

[@wallacerotternaut]

I LOVED this video! Great work! I’m totally inspired to build something using these methods. Do more!

[@robertpeterson1137]

this is one of your best vids thanks.

[@billwilliams9527]

Well done Sam. Fun watching you work and sail.

[@tonydebruyne257]

Awesome man, you are a real inspiration.

[@Ash-cy7yw]

Love this dodger construction vid entry. Thanks Sam, you always inspire.

[@christianoboyle8104]

Super cool project I love how happy you are

[@mbhull27]

Awesome Sam, I love every video you put out. This one here has given me great ideas for my Cat 22 - kind of wanted a dodger but when you price them, no thank you. I super appreciate your soaring Spirit, Wonderful attitude and Inspirational Ideas!!!

[@meh4743]

Sam, you are a great inspiration. Thank you and keep the videos coming.

[@jodimullen392]

It gives it some character, looks good. Cheers.

[@yodasrest6138]

Looks good sam, your videos are awesome dude. They really chill me out.... appreciate your content like this, I like watching you work on the boats too!!

[@PcNoHow]

Looking good, keep on keeping on!! Looking forward in following you a cross the Atlantic.

[@hermitoldguy6312]

Well done, George. Good man.

[@musicisbrilliant]

That is so beautiful. Absolutely love this!

[@dwaynedunnick3240]

Great job Sam ,always an inspiration. Thanks for sharing. Be safe and good luck with the refit 🌞⛵

[@benjaminellickson3947]

Hey Sam. Very inspirational. I really enjoy seeing your practical and sustainable style of renovation.

[@melinda5777]

Enjoyed watching you figuring it out. I like it!

[@mattsiegel9876]

Another great episode. I love the workshop setup you have. It also must be nice to have some help nearby.

[@dkastop]

Hey Sam, I love the dodger and your connection plan. Sturdy and removable.

[@dowser81]

What a legend Sam I love it I have been thinking of doing the exact same thing for my boat once my fabric spray hood has perished 👍🏾

[@jrh4lo]

Sam,you are a jack of all trades!!! The dodger looks badass.

[@josephlai9759]

Wow! That is a very nice construct. Thanks for sharing.

[@YamatoCannon985]

Really enjoyed the music on this video. Love the vids!

[@jwyzdm]

Great job Sam, I always tell my kids when we're doing body work on their cars, I do a 20 ft paint job. It looks great from 20 feet away. No wonder I enjoy your channel so much.

[@larrycarpenter9899]

Good work Sam. I like how it looks

[@kman-mi7su]

Sam Holmes sailing, one of my three favorite sailing channels on here. Distant Shores, and Odd Life Crafting being the other two. I enjoy living vicariously thru you guys! Keep up the good work Sam! I'd love to see you someday own a boat like DIstant Shore's sailboat, a Southerly 42'. They go everywhere with that thing.

[@mboyer68]

Great job! Love the sailing diy stuff!!

[@stormynights6754]

Great video makes me want to go build one for my boat really like your channel

[@johncampbell388]

We care about you Sam. And so, wear a mask anytime you're working with cabosil!

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

Looks great Sam, I want to build one on my Rival 32. You have a great workshop and having the boat right next door makes huge difference. Really enjoy your videos. Andy UK

[@mohamedouarsafi3923]

Good luck with your new undertaking Sam!

[@weedknoll]

"Bout a 20 foot back project" haha! Looks nice from my house!

[@mosquitoman3160]

Hey Sam , I just found you about two weeks ago and have caught up already with almost all the videos. I am a avid boater and Own a boat and rv storage in Holden Beach NC . I plan on purchasing my first sail boat here in 2021 and love all of your videos and learn from your experience and expertise. I have never sailed and do not know much but hope to learn here in the near future. If you ever need temporary storage or any other help while near Holden Beach Oak island area please reach out to me.

[@SoundzAlive1]

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[@greggromack8319]

Great job Sam. Hard dodger is a good idea for ocean sailing.

[@Inlovewithsailing]

Good job Sam. The zip tie tip is great idea.

[@WallStreetPanda]

It looks good! I can´t wait to see the result!

[@SkylersRants]

You are absolutely fearless. Sometimes fear is a good thing! :) I look forward to seeing how this comes out. And how long it lasts.

[@helmrichharms2225]

When covered completely with epoxy it will last forever

[@thepigwillfly5869]

As Mads on "Sail Life" would say, "I will design this using CAD (Cardboard Aided Design)".

[@BreezyRider66]

This is great Sam, I've wanted to make one for my Bowman 26 for some time and after watching this it's exactly how I'll do mine, I might have the sides and top come back a little bit further than you have. Thanks for the inspiration & all the best...

[@samholmessailing]

You bet. Im sure it will turn out awesome!

[@doninhawaii4433]

Can't wait for part 2 Sam!! 👍🤙😃💯👊

[@hansjensen7823]

Enjoying your refit videos Sam!

[@centermid7mb]

I can relate to that reference to distance and the further away one is the better it looks. I'm the same way. From across a crowded room and I look great!

[@straygator2481]

Awesome work Sam!

[@TFrakesTanks]

“The kind of project you look at from a distance” Hahahaha 😂 Also I love this channel, never been on a sail boat or really know much but this channel is awesome. Been watching for like 2 years now and am still just amazed. Haha

[@tpower7382]

great video, thanks for posting.

[@davidc6510]

Zip ties and a little epoxy .... now that is Sam Holmes Sailing.... Awesome! I would have expected some pads on the forward side of the dodger as well... Maybe you added them later. Great video Sam. Thanks for sharing!

[@christianvonleckstergaard1301]

Thanks for the nice video. Comming along great, nice with the workshop. Stay safe ;O)

[@julianbatcheler9970]

I build a lot of things myself and it’s great to watch someone else who is more resourceful than me at work... LOL :) Plan to get a boat and join the floating world in the next few years. Hope to meet you out there one day.

[@Not_Sure_]

That's a very good setup.

[@Munkeez]

Love your vids sam keep doing your thing dude

[@alanduffy7993]

Great videos, learning plenty of good tips. That was a neat trick to use the plastic wrap to hold the glass in....(I am storing that idea for future use)

[@samholmessailing]

It didn’t work that great actually. ended up grinding a lot of that glass away. It might have worked better if we had wrapped the glass better and rounded the edges more. Maybe peel ply would have helped too.

[@argtv1007]

thank you Sam

[@legend343]

Well done matey.. looking good.!

[@laddlester6498]

totally badass build brother!

[@danielprinsloo2917]

well done Sam - good work

[@tommypetraglia4688]

Good shape and proportions.. looks just right. Gonna work out real fine. That's the result of rolling it over and over in your head for quite some time. Retired carpenter cabinetmaker shipwright and rigger here with a couple of queries. No marine grade ply or perhaps honeycomb fglass panel to conserve weight? Looks like you've buried your winches. I'd say move them but they're on pedestals. I guess since you're handy with glass you could build up new mountings. Cutout for the halyards led back to the spinlocks. As far as your access stairs, a fine bit of carpentry. I was surprised how many guys never grasped the full use of the framing square and the ergonomics of maintianing rise and run I mentioned in the previous vid with the stairs in background to consider at least a handrail down one side, but seeing it in use, may I suggest turning it alongside with a square landing at top and a railing around and down one side. This way you reduce the risk off tumbling down when stepping onto the stairs from the boat. Upland down nice and safe My last stint was as a union laborer, tending masons doing commercial brick and block and whoo boy did we do a lot of safety, so much so I said what the heck and got my OSHA 30 hour certificate. Here's the thing, when I broke in 1980, safety practices were none existent. We'd hang sidewall brackets and throw up one 2 x 12 to install windows and hang cornice. No time for making it safe, just get it done. Then one job I had the good fortune to work for a builder and be pared with his old time mechanic. We spent one entire day setting the sidewall scaffold with 42" 2 x 4 handrail all around and plywood at each corner... even a work station in the middle of each run, so we could work like gentlemen with every chance to do our best work. I was such a different feeling to concentrate more on my work knowing my safety was well planned. It was a big house and we were up there for 2 months. It was also much appreciated by the roofers, the flashers hanging the copper gutters, painters and even the lightning rod guys. So a quick little project will return many fold with days of confidence. Let me say this, through a lifetime of unfortunate consequences I have was made homeless through being permanently disabled way too early in life. And though now housed in a good situation I lost all my tools, not to mention my basement workshop and my shade tree setup. I know envy is not a good thing but I find myself silently jealous of you and the opportunities you've created for yourself and dreams realized. Shop, boat and ocean crossings. What more could a fellow want... besides perhaps a loyal dog and or a mellow cat Peace bro. Thanks for the armchair wanderings

[@paultarditi908]

Seems like some sort of upgrade in the video production, Sam. Nice!! Before we moved from NJ to Charleston, SC 4 years ago we had looked into Oriental, but there weren't enough employment opportunities for us due to the slow recovery from the previous hurricane. People were either retired and fairly well off on pensions or were struggling to get by. Loved the area though.

[@swissyodelbear]

nice job Sam, looks very nice and suits the lines of the boat, then a soft spray hood from the hard dodger to the rear davit dingy hoists/autopilot frame for a nice cosy warm area when in dock or when in extended irons while grilling fish on the external stainless grill.......keep it up......

[@martinschulman1751]

Beautiful job.

[@derrellsullivan7950]

Good job Sam I enjoy your video's

[@thomasweatherford5125]

I’ll say it - there’s nothing or guy Sam can’t do. He can sail, build anything, redo a freaking sailboat, and grows a magnificent beard! Looking forward to your next adventure chum.

[@rayadkins6429]

Be nice to see another tour of your shop improvements.

[@dbentley2195]

Looking good man !

[@roadboat9216]

Nice! I like it.

[@vinceglauser4770]

you're an excellent craftsman.

[@niborselrahc4651]

Man you can sure see the Alberg 30 in her. I have one and I think this may be my next boat.

[@stephenkillick5812]

Most people I know would not even consider such a project without detailed plans. Your can do attitude is inspiring to watch. I loved the way you built your own dinghy - also without plans or a kit. Only thing that would have made it indestructible is to have covered the canvas skin with fibre glass. If you want the windows to open, maybe get some sort of hinge at the top of the glass with a hinge al a a 30's or 40's car?

[@tommypetraglia4688]

No plans, it's too custom, esp with angles and curves

[@pauldionne2884]

Yeah, a grab rail on that dodger will be a great safety feature.

[@GrampalettasCamp]

Sam, you could put a lip around the dodger top and catch rainwater, funnel down a hole and tube to water tank.

[@wallyklw5]

You are the Andrew Camarata of sailboating

[@insaneinthemeshbane]

Good call! Andrew Camerata is great !

[@normanmerrill1241]

Well done...steady she goes..

[@spencyg80]

I find it amusing watching this dodgy dodger build in comparison to the Free Range Sailing dodger build over the fall and winter of 2020....dramatically (really) different approaches to a common problem with a similar functional outcome. As usual, the boat lover part of me cringes every time Sam picks up a tool or a piece of wood....but the practical "get it done and get back out on the water" side is cheering all the while. One thing is for certain, the resale on this boat isn't improved by the public documentation of these efforts ;)

[@SteifWood]

Yes, I haven't watched more than a minute of this video before I scrolled down searching for a comment about any comparison to Troy and Pascale's dodger build and that Sam possibly could learn something from how they did it. Now on with the video, but I have a feeling what I'm about to see :hahaha

[@FrankLadd]

Great job!

[@davidbolduc828]

I have been enjoying your build. Btw, you might consider using just 1/4" acrylic or lexan for the windows which is more than strong enough to take on any sea. It will also save you money and weight aloft. You can cut the windows yourself using a saber saw and fine tooth blade. Just remember to spray a little water on the cut as you go along to prevent the blade from melting into the plastic and sticking.

[@finding_mojo]

You've got some great skills and enthusiasm! I can't help but wonder if the circular fastening pads on the sides will provide enough strength and support. I wonder if it wouldn't be better to fit a full-length, linear base support right around the bottom of the dodger.

[@jamesking5665]

had a great cape dory 22, The Funky Dory. I put an Atomic 4 in it with a folding prop. Sold it and bought a '63 Pearson Triton, #322. I built a dodger like this for mine last summer all out of fiberglass.

[@kathajr]

Love your videos!!!! Keep it up

[@ScoopdyWhoop]

That is a masterpiece

[@dp5383]

That is one artful dodger.

[@halibut1249]

Looks like very good result for your project. It'll keep the companionway and your cabin dryer against rains and sprays. Have you ever thought of extending removable roofing back to your tiller so you can sail out of the rain?? Thanks for vid.

[@sailingbrewer]

I'm going threw the same thing right now. I'm planning on moving my traveler behind the tiller too. Easier access to the sheet and traveler less places for water to get threw. It also gave me more flexible for where the dodger layout.

[@samholmessailing]

I figure ill just reach around for the traveler. I like it in front i think.

[@Sailspirit99]

I'm hoping to route the traveller ropes through the front of my dodger (design phase atm), along with main sheet, main halyard, topping lift, with the rest at the mast. (S&S 30, similar to the Yankee 30). Loved the front "visor" in the cardboard design. Sam, why did you decide not to do that? Also, if not solar, then possible rainwater catcher? Fair winds, Elaine

[@popsoldboats3406]

The little visor will help reduce sun glare. That's why all us cool truckers have them. And smart captains.

[@franktartan6808]

Sam gets it done!!!

[@banditosdetiempo]

Right on.