Our 9 MONTH SAILBOAT REFIT complete! - Free Range Sailing Ep 167

This week we cram months of work into one final refit episode including the refurbishment of our new sea hood, front hatch and bow roller. We also take you through a long list of other items that we needed to complete before we could take Mirrool out for her first sail of 2021.
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[@StephenWalkerAhoy-Boats]

Total admiration for Troy's practical skills and comprehensive knowledge and for Pascale's brave fortitude. What a team. Inspirational!

[@bepowerification]

not only that but the way Troy explains things is just awesome. and pretty much every one of the clips where Troy explains something, even something that seems completely trivial at the beginning, has taught me something - a new better way to do things, understanding how something works and the best way to service or build something.

[@jiefflerenard1228]

So rare on YT no a once of nonsense every thing for a reason and a good one at that .Troy is a great teacher every episode I learn something. Sorry I have no word for Pascale smile, it is just it.

[@MartinKropf]

Just excellent -- you are both consistent, deliberate, well tempered, approachable (not snobby or overly technical etc ) practical and just great teachers with a bunch of forethought in the lessons / projects you teach and show off Not to mention the amount of great ideas Thank You -- really thanks !

[@lincolngrove2808]

In a packed field your refit videos are the best by far. Practical innovations for keeping water out of the boat win every time. Those sketches you describe as 'not so much design as showing each other what you want' are the very definition of design. You know what you want from experience and can simply draw out the design. As a professional designer I can easily see the quality in your thinking. Thanks for taking the time to share it.

[@townsville69]

The way that sea hood fit ? Omg so satisfying ! Actually the joy of seeing well made equipment, constructed and fitted in such a professional manner, is off the charts in this ep.

[@wesleyjoseph8375]

Hands down, the best sailing channel on KZbin! You guys rock!

[@patricksullivan9697]

Totally agree. You pack more actual sailing (incl sailing tips) into one episode than some people have in 10 episodes.

[@rustyjeff3007]

Have really enjoyed the refit of Mirrool. Now look forward to seeing her beautiful lines out sailing. Awesome work guys.

[@maurice07Birkin]

My Friday is complete, just watched my Two favourite blogs, Free Range Sailing and Captain Q. Life is good. Maurice

[@joecucch8261]

This refit has made this old man content. The attention to detail is inspiring.

[@AthelstanEngland]

One of the best sailing videos I've ever watched. So many good ideas and tips in this, not just the big stuff but things like the packing tape trick, little gooseneck in the mast cable conduit, counter sunk holes, extra loops of wire. Excellent - thanks for sharing.

[@adz6494]

Neat. Best COVID lock-down relief n vicarious pleasure of learning something new. Fair-Winds n Following Seas. Cheers.

[@hailMaxximus]

I will take a renewed, classic boat over some new plastic Ikea marina queen any day. This is the best all around sailing channel on KZbin. Thank you for sharing. 😊👍

[@robertm1552]

Nine month refit is hell to sailors who sail. You two however broke the tasks down on scratch paper and brought to life the patient work required for quality results. And made it fun to follow. Many thanks. Sail on, you sailors, to the next adventure!

[@uthumanhameed]

Wow,,that's a great detail on ball roller and anchor setup.....Mirrool renovated inch by inch with a great care and love❤️...Awesome Work!!!

[@wyzolma99]

Love the thorough explanations of the work Troy does. The sea cover is a work of art....& so functional😍

[@rogermace4516]

Just love the Boom Tent idea

[@gillfowdy]

The best episode yet? Outstanding variety. What a transformation! Congratulations!

[@georgehirsch9152]

Wow! She is looking pretty!

[@mvondoom]

hello. i just found you guys a few days ago and have decided to watch you from beginning to end. it's all amazing! thank you for sharing your journey! i'm on episode 37, so it will be a while before i catch up. fair sailing!

[@trebledog]

40 yrs ago I refitted a 24 ft Endeavor (from Australia, one of 5 or 6 on the island that the Australian Undersea cable employees imported for their own R & R many years ago.) I knew nothing about sailboats but was intent on getting on the water. No boatyards on the island, no chandleries, not many sailors with the skills I needed to learn, so you can imagine the many phone calls to manufacturers, hundreds of howto sections from sail magazines (West systems was just getting started I believe, so used sikaflex which was available). It took almost one year but managed to get that boat on the water and basically taught myself how to sail. Your series really put me to shame cause it showed how my refit should have been done, instead of the Macgiver skillset I employed. Lessons learned: polyester resin cannot be used over an epoxy base; 5200 is very hard to remove once it sets and is not flexible; never give someone a grinder to use on gelcoat; there is not enough shampoo in the world to get fiberglass out of your hair and skin; swedging a loop onto 1x19 is not the way to end a rigging line. This was just one of the numerous goofy repairs I attempted. In the end I sailed the Endeavor for about three years outside the lagoon and reefs, gained the experience I needed. Your refit series on the 30 footer was just so enjoyable to watch when comparing my laughable attempts. The seahood is quite impressive and the shade attached to the boom is genius, boat manufacturers should offer it as an option especially on larger boats.

[@akathesquid5794]

what a journey, thanks for inviting us along

[@colinwinters6140]

That awning idea is brilliant. Also I’m going to steal the helicoil idea thanks again for your awesome videos

[@knolltop314]

How many years have these ideas been developing in your brain? Great installment. Thanks for taking time to record and edit!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Maybe a side effect of being a commercial fishing engineer for years...

[@roberttowler1783]

@@FreeRangeLiving "engineer" that explains the little book 😊, very well organized. Looks like a new boat ⛵

[@PastorwithoutaPulpit]

What a wonderful job you've done on the refit. I honestly think she's better than "Fact-Ree" as we sometimes call it here in the states. She's definitely better than factory for you, how you sail and how you want to do it. So many innovations as far as how you've rebuilt her that she's pretty much a boat of your own design now where it counts. Very well done and I wish you nothing but fair winds, safe travels and God's Blessings...

[@swissyodelbear]

awesome to see someone takes future maintenance into consideration : 10:39 SERVICE LOOP.......awesome!!!!!

[@matt_kildea]

Ok this is video number 44 of my "I want to buy a Free Range Sailing hoody" campaign Cheers Matt

[@PremierNZ-qb5zd]

The bush through your bow roller is called a compression tube.

[@travelradiocoza]

I am definitely stealing some of your ideas for my little boat. That bow roller is genius. I have dabbled with the thought of running a sail off the front it it for a while ... Now I know how. Thanks.!!

[@allanhwhite.kineticmobiles]

I totally appreciate your detailed explanations and all the thought you have given to everything you do. Thank you for sharing it with the world.

[@iainlyall6475]

it would be nice if boat builders used some of these ideas. great job you two.

[@madisondeans5566]

Very easy to understand & inspiring!refits can be daunting but your demeanor is so reassuring.👍

[@randalltapp8944]

moments of silence contemplating the marathon effort almost brought a tear to my Tassie/Freo eyes. Such a great journey to watch. Well bloody done.

[@bluedogozwoofer6737]

outstanding effort, many many lessons to keep in mind for my own jobs. Well Done :)

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Glad to help!

[@RoyClare]

So many great ideas. The boom-slotted awning is a brilliant innovation. 👌🏽💥💯

[@iandrago3361]

So much thought into every repair. Well done!

[@foundatsea3483]

Tremendously informative as always, the boom awning shade is brilliant

[@TodSackett]

I've been working to fix boats for 60 years yet I learn some things every time FRS puts up a new boat work vid. Well done. Boat looks great.

[@formhubfar]

27:10, she looks really well, you'se done a great job.

[@Photonface]

Looks more cosy inside now with that nice woodwork!

[@FTATF]

I was just thinking that I know your holding back some of that Aussie slang, then you hit us with "snake that swallowed a dog" not unique to Australia but it was pretty good.

[@timdunkley5176]

Hi, I really look forward to your videos. They’re beautifully put together: relaxing and informative to watch. I also enjoy your passion for what you do. Keep up the good work. Thanks

[@cristoforopassaro2219]

When rolling up the sunshade to the boom, roll it under so that rain or wave won't collect inside of the roll.

[@cigarmann]

Fantastic Innovations on your refit

[@heyt54]

Great wrap up video! I also love to use Butyl tape wherever possible. Used it on the sink as well, just like you guys. Fair winds from Ti Mantra!

[@FreeRangeLiving]

Cheers mate. There's a lot of Butyl appreciation going on around here that's for sure!

[@alansellen4561]

@@FreeRangeLiving Troy glad you are using butyl tape

[@johnansell2707]

Best sailing channel out there.. Am so gonna steal that boom tent idea!

[@Garryck-1]

*SO* many excellent, well thought out, clearly explained ideas in this video alone! Talk about inspiring. Thanks, Troy & Pascale.. I'll be incorporating a lot of these into my own upcoming build.

[@ramabamaboomboom]

Congratulations on finishing. You two are pretty amazing.

[@joellynparks7805]

Great job 👏

[@ericmcgary911]

Totally enjoy watching folks with amazing skills! Thanks for sharing.

[@327365hp]

As always, great work!

[@theislandpackrat]

LOOKING GOOD!

[@brianb6603]

Excellent as usual!!!

[@graeme-sailingskeptic]

Thanks great info and execution of all those projects

[@markeaston7353]

Some very clever thinking there guys, all beautifully executed.

[@rmccabe117]

Boom tent is absolutely brilliant!

[@bekirbayburt6157]

You have a beautiful home. Everything is proper. Peace of mind. Enjoy your adventures, we certainly will if you keep posting :))

[@samsara592000]

that awning is brilliant

[@Viper_Poker]

Mirool looks fantastic .... ⛵💕🌠

[@williamretallick7430]

What an inspiration! CHEERS!!

[@ocxb]

Excellent recap of part of the refit, it’s nice to see what goes into making a seahood

[@johnrathbun3641]

Thank you so much for making videos of your refit. You guys have given me alot of ideas and knowledge of how to do the things that you have done. I hope that everything goes great for you two. Much love!

[@lightprint348]

a tonic for a big week. Thanks for sharing.

[@rsmail7426]

Great awning.

[@billberry557]

Impressive job.

[@jefferyturner517]

You both are awesome. 🤩

[@Allan1669]

Wow. What a fantastic episode. So many good ideas. Really like the bow roller rebuild. Very clever. And the awning attached to the boom. Maybe it is time to design and build your own design. It might be easier than a refit. Thanks.

[@MusicMike939]

Great job.

[@americanbornwalkaway9110]

AWESOME Stuff....You Two are AWESOME....thanks for Sharing....

[@jerrybailey3095]

Really looking great guys, beautiful boat and excellent video. Can't wait to see her in the water! Big two thumbs up from Canada. 😎🐈👍

[@shanecramond2780]

Outstanding work guys, can't wait to see the final reveal.

[@mrmrlee]

Looking great! We used a 10x10 rain fly made for camping as an awning attached to our boom. It has numerous eyelets for attaching it to the boat. $30 on Amazon!

[@ar15gator]

Go Go Go ⛵️

[@tomclause9555]

Great job guys! She's looking great!

[@markebert7336]

Amazing!

[@gswilkie]

Beautiful work on your bow roller, and everything else too! We have no bowsprit and use the bail over the anchor roller for our asymmetric tack line and it works well for us. Hope you enjoy sailing soon and thanks for the awesome videos 👍

[@oPAULo711]

Magnificent bit of engineering!! Well done!!!

[@gkeyman565]

Nice when your plans all come together.... and you can sail again... have a great day

[@kevio6868]

brilliant sailing couple luv your channel

[@seriouslypagan6904]

I enjoy all you two do, so much!

[@tl32246]

So excited to see y’all back on the ocean!!!

[@rj934]

It is amazing all of the refit and improvements you two have accomplished. I’m looking forward to seeing your first sailing videos once everything is completed and tested. I know you are looking forward to blue skies and following (almost) seas as you start out for home.

[@xfoxtrotwiskeykilo995]

Good team , CHEERS !!!

[@bhaverly]

She looks good guys,nice job

[@davesmith8286]

Excellent refit video job WELL done and Great tips for other sailors to apply to their boats. You two ROCK.

[@briandecker9662]

YOUR SUN SHADE IDEA WAS GENIUS ! WELL DONE GUY'S

[@garyfroeschner2523]

Great stuff.

[@CorwynGC]

The details are so important, thanks for showing and explaining them to us.

[@janecme]

I'm so excited to see all this hard work go to sea... just about to start work on our own boat!

[@slowerpicker]

Outstanding episode! That awning looks like it will get a lot of use.

[@colinbeveridge9689]

Awesome work guys 💙🇦🇺

[@gaflaview6476]

You both have a lot to be proud of, great refit. Looking forward to your travel tales soon.

[@andersjakobsen9906]

It's like giving berth to a new boat 😊 I'm off to look at a new (for me) boat tomorrow. Hoping she looks just as beautiful, live, as in the picture. Fair winds,,, /),,,,

[@shieldaigbencher]

Mirrool is looking amazing now. Can’t wait to see your adventures coming up.

[@PennWolfsSailingAdventures]

Plastic food wrap also works well too,and slick side of ductape for resin nonstick release or hole covering

[@kxdirtjumper]

I really love the refit video series and I'm excited for the sailing videos that are coming. Mirrool is looking good and ready for some adventure

[@ACConstBobC]

Your observation, experience, attention to detail is food for many project rattling in my brain. Thank you for sharing

[@joebrown1382]

Dotting all the "I's" & crossing all the "T's". She's looking awesome. You both are craftsmen. Sails next can't wait.

[@shaunglendinning]

Wow! Everything looks so great, can't wait to see you back on the water again! Looking forward to all the upcoming videos. Cheers.

[@philgray1023]

Another fine episode of Troy's Top Tips. That sea hatch turned out well.

[@mattthewanderer5029]

Can't believe it's been 9 months!