Tally Ho leaves the harbour!

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EPISODE 189
After 7 long years of work, and several decades on dry land, Tally Ho finally leaves harbour again.
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[@chrisangove8997]

Half a million people smiling around the world!!😃😃

[@alexanderkielczynski2437]

I'm telling anyone who will listen to subscribe to get him to the half million.

[@Rowen2.0]

Seeing her out literally brought a huge smile to my face. Love it!

[@anthonybaiocchi3028]

​@@Rowen2.0Leo's grin said it all!

[@jofo7881]

one big smile from France here !😄

[@dvdallison]

You've summed it brilliantly, smiling here

[@markgillespie2165]

Seeing Tally-Ho in the water is just amazing. I've followed this story from the beginning and have marveled at the complexity and attention to detail Leo and crew undertook. Congratulations to the past and current team member for a job well done. To Leo, you are a lion amongst the sailing community and a great asset in preserving this cherished form of transportation. Good luck and hoping for many sailing adventures to come !

[@henriquevandeursen1506]

A violin that sails…

[@Michael-he7xn]

Well said!

[@singendertanz5075]

But I hope that you will have any freshwater input not only down in the Kirchen but also upstairs on the deck!???

[@Merc_0158E7]

I've watched from the beginning and tried to study your work ethic, and circumspect approach to job planning. I've learned so much from this channel and SV Seeker. You've made me more productive and less stressed in my work. Congratulations to you, especially those who got to come be a part, and those who invested their faith and money in you Leo. Thanks for letting us follow your journey.

[@gavingreen6025]

0:12 😅😅😅😅

[@tomoakhill8825]

I have watched every single episode since #3. I am now 73, and some. I broke down completely when the drone shot at the end of Tally Ho cutting water came up. This is just so wonderful. I KNEW Leo could do it, from that first video. This is the only project I have ever subscribed to. Every two weeks another automatic donation is made, and has been since Episode #3, because the _idea_ of saving this magnificent boat was too majestic to ignore. Well done.

[@edwardschmitt5710]

I've been aboard the whole time too. Thank you for I am poor. Although I gave a bit you are a real part of Tally-Ho. A reminder to everyone that even a small donation when made by so many viewers really adds up.

[@philkipnis740]

I'm standing right beside you on that observation...

[@usmausmma]

Leo is also 73. Building a boat takes a lot out of a guy.

[@z06doc86]

The quality of the craftsmanship of the Tally Ho is absolutely amazing. What a beautiful ship.

[@mdouglaswray]

I have tears in my eyes seeing her in open water again. Sir Albert is surely shouting TALLY HO!!!!!!

[@henriquevandeursen1506]

Two with tears

[@drxym]

Not really the same ship though. Ship of Theseus etc

[@lesfirth2539]

@@henriquevandeursen1506 Make that 3

[@xt7190]

@@drxym Only a Bellend would say that!

[@MrBest4tyres]

@@drxym so why are you watching its the same ship with a modern twist nothin in the world stays original everything needs new parts fixing restoring ect your house has new roof windows floors celings but its still the same old house

[@jerriwebb8031]

she looks fabulous on the move , can't wait to see under full canvas

[@thatwontwork9046]

Me too!! I was saying to myself “raise the sail just raise it!” But I guess I understand they have specific things they are trying… suspenseful!

[@oso9809]

@@thatwontwork9046 have to save something for the next video

[@jlgibson001]

When will we get a Tally Ho Calendar?

[@Gottenhimfella]

@@oso9809 I think you are probably joking, but for anyone else thinking this in earnest, it has to be pointed out that they first have to set up the intricate rigging, (which takes time even with low stretch rigging, because a hull which has never been subjected to rig tension will only slowly settle into its loaded equilibrium shape) and check all essential systems in case of misadventure. The anchoring system in particular is the last line of defense if motor and sails are compromised.

[@nospoon4799]

This.🤗

[@davidbollinger4957]

I had a smile on my face the entire time that Tally Ho was under way. I have been watching the construction of Tally Ho for more than two years. I am a long term finish carpenter and custom cabinet maker. And I have to say that the wood workmanship on Tally Ho is quite exceptional. Thanks to all of you there for the videos.

[@richardbrooks3569]

The complexity of building a ship like this was beyond my comprehension. The woodworking skills demonstrated in this boat are fantastic. She is a real beauty.

[@ericmyers120]

Leo, you literally look lighter now that Tally Ho is in the water. You've got a smile on your face!

[@Pow3llMorgan]

Everyone on deck seemed to smile wider than I've ever seen them and they're mostly a pretty happy bunch all the time :)

[@wsimpson53]

You could see that from the first moment he was on camera. There's a glint in his eye that says it all.

[@pablomax9376]

Your channel was the last thing my father and I watched together before his passing 5 years back from cancer. He never missed an episode back then and I have never missed one since then. Every time I watch I am reminded of our shared love of wooded sailing craft and the pacific north west. He would have loved to have seen the finished boat. Great work Leo and team.

[@legend7ify]

.........I am amazed how it slices through the water, what a magnificent design.

[@rogerhutchings5811]

Same here used to watch with my dad who passed 3 yrs ago he would have loved to see it finished

[@beedonn9260]

Leo, I must say that was a lot of fun to watch. It's incredible to see this sculpture of Timber to be put into place buy your own hands and to take it out to see for the first sea trial is actually pretty exciting. I'm sure it was much more exciting for you than it was for us watching but I can't wait to the actual first sale trial with all the sales app I can't tell you how much I wish I could be there❤❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@LNM0000]

X

[@greglaughton7017]

I got my father in law hooked on this as well until his passing in January. When he was in the hospital near the end, I would bring in my laptop so we could watch them together. I wish he could have hung on for a little longer. I know he would have loved that shot of Tally Ho leaving the breakwater.

[@erickengels8003]

From hand shake and a dollar, to lofting floor, and now sea trials. What an amazing journey you have taken us all on. Thank you Leo!!!

[@faraway5828]

I grew up in a (wooden) boatyard, it was my playground from the day I could crawl. Thanks to Covid, I have zero sense of smell (or tase), but I love the way when any joinery work is being done, I can smell the teak (or pine) as distinct, identifiable smells.- same for tar, oakum and linseed oils. Remarkable.

[@michaelscott8226]

Getting a little emotional at seeing the grand lady on the open sea. Love the saloon table. So happy that the "new" Tally Ho has elements from the "old". George has done a tremendous job of repurposing original timbers, planks, etc. Tally Ho is truly a sight. No, she's not the fanciest, or the biggest, and maybe not even the fastest (still to be seen), but because of this channel, she is one of the best known and loved. I think that when I see her under her own sails, I will be shedding a few tears of happiness. Amazing work Leo, and everyone else who has laid their hands on some part of this amazing vessel.

[@allenwilliams6882]

I would argue about the fanciest. The workmanship is absolutely beautiful!

[@michaelscott8226]

@@allenwilliams6882 I agree that the workmanship is first rate. There is no doubt about that. What I was getting at is that she's not tricked out like some vessels are. But she doesn't need them. Simplicity has an elegance all its own.

[@harrymoyes5069]

Very much not the fastest. Her primary characteristic is her seaworthiness. Even when she won the Fastnet she was nowhere near the fasted boat in the race. The weather that year was so absolutely foul that all the fancier faster boats retired, unable to cope with the conditions. Compared to modern boats she is heavy and her rig is less than efficient. BUT she is flexible, capable and above all seaworthy. She was designed before we had satellite weather forecasting, when there was no option to run away from storms, or helicopter rescue if something broke. She's a magnificent design, rebuilt/restored to an absolutely magnificent standard. And she is durable. Few boats built in 2024 will survive 40 years, let alone 100. With the lessons Leo has taken from the issues that lead Tally Ho to decay, particularly the structural use of iron bolts and frames, which have been replaced by bronze during the restoration, it is possible for the boat to continue indefinitely.

[@DontPhearThisReaper]

Seeing Tally Ho in open water under her own power hit me even harder than the launch I wont lie. We've spent so long watching her sit on stands high and dry that watching her cut open water brings a genuine tear to my eyes. This may be a stretch but it feels like she's finally coming home, to the sea. She's been away on land so long that my heart leaps seeing her finally back where she's meant to be; even if it's only trials and testing. The day we get to watch her under full sail again will probably bring more happy tears to my eyes, I'm beyond excited. Leo you've done something incredible, beyond words.

[@corporalclegg914]

and she’s super fast, too! I agree with your sentiment & will no doubt rewatch the trial bit of this upload a few more times. she’s back home, for sure, and ever closer to being back to her home waters & port. what huge a win for the home team this was.

[@pungskum]

I am 40 years old from Sweden. I have followed you and tally ho from almost the beginning. And I was crying from happiness when you left the harbour! Cant wait to see her with sails ❤

[@uweburger]

50 year old german, the same

[@MrNissetuta]

Trevligt namn lol

[@pungskum]

@@MrNissetuta haha gammalt internetnic som hängt med sen 2002 typ

[@bobedwards8896]

This entire series is down to be one of the greatest thing on KZbin, imo.

[@sunny71169]

Been fighting cancer since you brought her to Sequim. Hoped to live long enough to see you take her sailing again. We're almost there my brother, very nicely done.

[@steveswoodworking2504]

I hope you get your wish.

[@BrassLock]

Keep up the good fight, you've done well so far. Lots of trials going on in Australia, and I hope there are trials happening in your country of residence in which you can participate.

[@bigains]

You'll see her sail.

[@williealexander7302]

❤

[@The333]

Keep fighting.

[@MemphisApplegate]

I've been with you since the start. However, in the beginning I called the project "mission imposable." And of course Leo saw the same thing, going with a rebuild, rather than a "restoration." The workmanship is astounding, but the management of the project is miraculous. How can one guy be blessed with talent in finance, personnel management, public relations, advertising, fund raising, and videography, while also being a genius level shipwright, boat designer, and craftsman. And then to make the rest of us feel even more inadequate, Leo turns out to be the most personable guy on KZbin!! This post is effusive, I know, but I suspect it will not be the only one.

[@mysterj1]

Well said! The amount of detail in the management of this project must be staggering.

[@waynes.3380]

OUTSTANDING!!!!

[@passinthru4328]

He's not a bad sailor either.

[@misiluki100]

I think very few people in this world could’ve pulled this together.

[@andyrbush]

You can feel her spirit singing.

[@1991pony]

Everyone was so utterly overjoyed at being out on the water, it's infectious. I'm sitting here just giggling as I watch Patty and the rest enjoy the fruit of their labor. When you finally set off on your grand adventure, please, PLEASE, hopscotch your way down the west coast into several ports of call so all of us can see this magnificent work of art. Thank you so much.

[@sanktnelson]

just the west coast is not going to cut it mate...

[@svamandolin3546]

What the Water Rat said to the Mole: “Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing-absolutely nothing-half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.”

[@NimmoJamie]

The Wind in the Willows and Tally Ho are almost the same age.

[@cloudsculptor1]

Well said 😊

[@Buck1954]

Perfect Quote!

[@variacenavsiav9945]

🙂🍀

[@johnopalko5223]

It's time to read that book again. I try to re-read it every couple of years. Thanks for the reminder.

[@peterlang5985]

oh man, the mandolin started as Tally Ho rounded the corner out of harbour and a wave of emotion hit me like a brick, just feeling her new found freedom on the water! Pretty dramatic moment! Beautiful story here!!☺

[@MikeSpille]

The same for me!

[@MAGA-kw3ol]

I have watched since day one, and it’s been incredible to watch, I love woodworking and I did a lot of it when I was young, but a family and putting food on the table and all I left it to take care of my children. Now my children are grown and are having kids of their own and watching the magnificent woodworking you have created got me back to woodworking again and I have grandchildren to make things for now. So thank you for inspiring me to get back to my shop

[@johngato737]

So many years I’ve just been a free viewer. From the guy with the rotten old boat and a parrot, to this video, in some way it was a special day for me too. I simply cannot imagine the elation for you and your crew. Congratulations Leo, I cannot wait to see her under sail. Tally Ho, recreating the iconic photo.

[@Mmmyess]

Of note: Admiral Ship Supply helped me immeasurably when I had a number of issues with my travel trailer (aka "camper"), including refilling the propane tanks. Bob was very friendly and helpful...even helped me plan my next travel destination. Sooo...if you're in the area, I'd recommend Admiral before hitting the big box hardware stores. And stop by Jen's for an amazing lunch while you're there! Cheers!

[@beyblader291]

Leo is looking happy! As well he should be!

[@jlgibson001]

Leo has poured so much life into Tally Ho, and now that she's alive again, she's pouring it back into him.

[@revolknhoj]

I've been following since the beginning and nothing brings it home. More than seeing tally ho making a wake on the ocean again. Well done to everyone involved!

[@DavidWagnerMaker]

Seeing Tally Ho set free was deeply and surprisingly emotional after watching so much incredible labor to get her to this point. I don't sail, but I have become thoroughly engaged with this project. I'm grateful for the opportunity to share your adventure!

[@johnratcliffe6438]

I could feel my heart soar when I saw her motoring under her own power. Wonderful.

[@allanmeredith2457]

Ow my days! I'm nearly as happy as you Leo to see her pushing water! Epic job. Can't wait till you bring her to Blighty.

[@Doug_Morgan]

That table is absolutely beautiful.

[@edwardschmitt5710]

So great seeing everyone's joy, and sharing in it from my kitchen.

[@DrAlex-ly3kz]

I am always blown away by the beauty and quality of the woodwork in Tally Ho. It really demonstrates how boatbuilding is the meeting point of an art and a science.

[@ChrisBussells]

I'm 76 years old. Sometimes I thought that, similar to the O'henry story "The last leaf", I might leave this world before I saw the Tally Ho in the water, and only the delays were keeping me alive. Thanks for making it happen (I'm still here).😊😊

[@Patrick-dz8cg]

Hang in there Chris - at least until she's done her world tour !

[@Eric-dr5bj]

I am glad you are 'still here' as it would be an interesting post if not

[@JS-ct5jn]

This "masterpiece" will not fall either. You're safe for now Johnsy.

[@legend7ify]

.....83 and also still here.

[@peternicholsonu6090]

Hey I’m 76 also. Don’t even think of the number! You and I be here for her first voyage. I came into this world to get things done and I’m so far behind I will be here a lot longer to do them....well why not? You only live twice!

[@benjaminallen4678]

Tally Ho in the water, Arabella in the water, such great things to see.

[@Joshua40]

I started with watching Arabella, but tally ho quickly became my more favorite.

[@lucianopereira3793]

Yabá in the water, too.

[@johnherleman9732]

This series has returned meaning and purpose to this medium. The boat is beautiful. The smile on your faces is even better. Thank you, Sir. Thank you, good ship and crew. Well done.

[@Hermandbl7]

Congratulations! She really looks great moving in the water and WOW that boat was fast! I love the low profile and how the main hatch and the skylights are unobtrusive. That must have been a very rewarding experience for the crew to finally go out in the beautiful boat that they built with their own hands. Here's to you, Leo, the captain and leader of that talented crew!!

[@simonevans343]

From 12.01 I was smiling like a child at the fun fair . Have followed progress for all these years for this moment. Thank you for sharing

[@jafa101]

Where's the front door?

[@matthe8329]

It is only used on April 1st!

[@Ammon6]

😂😂😂

[@avanm420]

Beside the mailbox 📬

[@cheeseburger9232]

It’s actually in the boat

[@SGAMaddin]

If I recall correctly it’s the engine room door now.

[@twcmaker]

Oh how wonderful. As a boat builder and now trying my hand at KZbin, this is a really beautiful moment to see, capture etc. I've been on so many sea trials with new and custom boats and it never fails to feel fantastic. I've been following this build from a year of so in. I then had to go through all of them. It's been brilliant. Thank you for sharing

[@raytheron]

Seeing Tally Ho creaming along brought tears to my eyes, too. What a beauty, what craftsmanship and what a pleasure to have been following her progress. Congratulations to Leo and all involved over the years for an amazing creation.

[@AgiHammerthief]

so nice to see more of the original wood going back in the boat.

[@sanchezshots]

How many meals and drinks, is going to take place on a piece of the original Tally Ho.

[@mikkk1025]

This is the paradox of Theseus

[@markthompson9914]

The shear joy on everyone’s faces was priceless Leo. U have an amazing team ✌️🇬🇧

[@DJTheMetalheadMercenary]

Awesome!!! She's running like a charm, love to see it.

[@wsherratt5159]

Fantastic! Seeing Tally-Ho moving through the water and the sheer delight on the faces of the whole team reminds us all of the mission they collectively undertook those few years ago. Sea trial always ended with a tot………….. W

[@xyzabc4574]

Tally Ho making wake. Beautiful.

[@davidvivian596]

I don't know why, but my heart swells with pride at the sight of Tally Ho freed of her boatyard shackles. She looks so beautiful on the water. Congratulations to everyone.

[@pauloflynn3365]

It warmed my heart and the tears flowed seeing Tally Ho and her bare footed crew of craftsmen smiling as if in disbelief that they were all in open water with Leo at the helm. Reading the comments is emotional and brings a wonderful sense of place, appreciation and love for this journey that I have been taken on since I accidentally happened upon this inspiring project a year into it. Thank you all for restoring my faith...

[@bentrueblood8144]

My goodness, what a pretty line she carves through the seas. Glad to see this boat looking so lively and the crew getting a chance to feel her moving. Smiles all around.

[@ShawnsWorkshop]

This project has continually redefined my understanding of what craftsmanship means. Cheers to Leo, Tally Ho, and all the crew!

[@thomasbraeking6225]

After watching Tally Ho's resurrection and Arabella's birth I realized that I'm not a craftsman yet, just a fairly skilled hack. Both crews have done amazing, sometimes mind-boggling, work.

[@cossie6824]

About three weeks ago the KZbin algorithm threw a random video onto my homepage. I have now binged 188 episodes in the intervening time, and I am now finally watching a video on the day of upload!! What an amazing, and inspiring, journey you have all been on over the last 7 years, Leo and the team. Also I can now finally subscribe!! I am keenly anticipating the next chapter in this epic adventure you are all going on!!

[@mweimorts]

I've been following Tally Ho's restoration "live" since about episode 30 or 35. I, too, binged until I caught up. Now I have to wait 2 weeks for the next episode. I am jealous that you have been able to simply play the next episode as soon as you finish one. I am not a patient man (I am told by my daughters) so always waiting two weeks just about kills me. Thank God for the capstain side project!

[@cossie6824]

@@mweimorts well now we are both in the same impatient boat!!! Pun most definitely intended!!! 😅😅 All joking aside it was great to be able to watch in that one big lump It’s been epic. On to the next chapter

[@joehiggins8659]

Congratulations Leo and crew on getting her out on the water. Great job on the table George.

[@heathercarr457]

Never worked wood, never sailed, but love and learn so much each week from Leo and his team. Most of all, perhaps, I’ve learned about faith and trusting in others and dreaming big, and the overwhelming power of positive thinking. Just reading the comments alone every week is enough to bring tears to my eyes (let’s not even talk about the floods unleashed by the launch!); the belief in our common humanity is so strong in this wonderful Tally Ho community. I’m a conductor, working with teams of musicians every week to bring music alive. Leo inspires me on every level as a leader, and I’m so damn grateful for his work and the inspiration he brings to us all. I’m also so appreciative of the phenomenal skills he uses in lining up his music selections to the work in hand, whether it’s matching a hand-drill’s pitch to the music’s key (recently) or playing with Poncho’s dancing or someone’s hammering… And finally, living in Bath, UK, very close to where Leo grew up in Somerset and first apprenticed in Bristol, a shout out to a West Country boy making such waves around the world! 👏👏👏

[@BruceBoschek]

I just went back and watched the first and second videos from 6 years ago again. Then I watched this video and got a lump in my throat. What a long journey of dedication, joy, disappointments, shocks, reassurances, surprises, stubborn persistence and stiff upper lifts. What amazing things are possible when many good-hearted people come together with one aim, one goal. Thanks to everyone from an 82 year-old land lubber that loved this journey greatly.

[@jafa101]

Making of the saloon table is some of the best footage of the series. Woodworking ART!

[@henrymorgan3982]

A history lesson as well as exquisite work like all Tally Ho projects.

[@petercozzaglio6070]

I was amazed at how the teak looked after planing. It looked like it was milled just recently.

[@heiner71]

@@petercozzaglio6070 and it looked very very dense.

[@maryricketts8526]

Did he keep some of the sawdust in a jar so he could smell it once in a while. I used to love the smell of the sawdust in my dad's paternmaking shop in Tacoma. This was in the 50's.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Same goes for the transom that Leo himself did. If any, the videos about making the new transom by using mostly old transom parts are my favourites. I've watched them at least 4 times. Best regards, luck and health in particular.

[@richardgould240]

It’s great to see Tally ho going out on her first sea trials. You guys have done an incredible job of bringing her back to life.

[@oliverliddell613]

She will sail like a witch! Our boat building forebears were incredibly amazing and you have done them proud. The romance we have with wood is fundamental but often overlooked. I wish you fair winds

[@annteve]

It looks _so_ small from the outside yet the inside is _so_ spacious. What a beautiful sight to see Tally Ho underway. I can’t believe that I’ve watched from the beginning and yet feel that this restoration has happened too quickly.

[@zarwil]

Boat size doesn't translate well into video. A 50ft boat feels a lot larger in person than it looks on the screen.

[@Jim-he4km]

I am very excited to see her with her sails racing with the wind!! I'm a car guy who found your channel back when you were practically by yourself. I have learned everything I know about boats from you and the incredible family you have built around you. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@VitalityMassage]

This thing is seriously fancy.

[@tszabon]

Knowing that I could contribute even a little to the restoration of this wonderful yacht is a truly wonderful feeling.

[@aserta]

For when you fuel her up, it would be a good idea to commission someone to make you leather aprons. I don't remember the name of the ship (it was also a restored one), but in France, i saw a schooner that had this. A long leather apron with a hole in it and buttons to affix it to the ship when they were fueling up. I'd say it was about ... 40 cm wide, maybe, and had a blackened color, armost charcoal like.

[@drheaddamage]

That would be an excellent idea. There's always some spillage of diesel at the worst moments.

[@captaintoyota3171]

Man from finding you putting up a shed alone to sailing. What a journey. Cant wait for her at Fastnet 27 100yrs later

[@kurtcleary6794]

If nothing else, this project is a high water mark in long-form, inspirational storytelling.

[@user-ut2os6nd1l]

I have been watching the construction of Tally Ho from the beginning and it is truly amazing to see the boat running around was really cool. Miles of smiles in the coming months 😊

[@rickestabrook4987]

8 knots!!! Fabulous.

[@nick.caffrey]

She is such a lady on the water! Damn, that's one fine ship, Captain! She's a credit to all the craftsmen who worked on her. I hope that all that knowledge, contained in all those fine men and women, is not lost, but goes on to create more beautiful wooden artifacts. It's extraordinary when you reflect on this process. All those skilled and committed young people working their asses off to create a boat - that will just sail away. All their experience, hard work and love just disappearing over the horizon. And when people say, as they will, in many years: "Wow the craftsmanship back then!", Tally-Ho will proudly carry the record of all the blood, sweat and tears that went into those young people's learning, perfecting and performing their chosen craft to produce this remarkable craft. It's a record of hope.

[@TheOakRoom]

Those lines over the water... beautiful

[@yoopseebus2482]

Congratulations with this very successful first sea trial. It was amazing to see how smooth she was gliding through the waters. Beautiful images.

[@sam1812seal]

Now she’s underway you can really start to see how sweetly old Albert drew her lines 😍

[@cyrilhudak4568]

, , , and God bless Leo for redrawing them for the rebuild. 👍

[@B25Mitchel-qy5kg]

Six years ago and two weeks before I started watching Leo and Tally Ho, I had found a 1928 Alden Schooner named Tradition in a slip in the Ala Wai Harbor in Hawaii. My friends father skippered her out of Greenport NY in 1938 and then as part of "The Hooligan Navy" during WWII. She had since been sailed hard and put up wet after the war and was now being used as a condo for many many years. Tradition is in serious need of rebuilding, although not as bad as Tally Ho, and as I watched Leo get her on the hard dry, I fantasized that this was what should have been done by Tradition's scallywag owners, but NO. Leo, you are an inspiration to all wooden boat owners around the world, showing what passion, proper planning and sharp tools can accomplish. BRAVO, BRAVO.

[@danielhoulihan7769]

One of the most beautiful boats I’ve ever seen.

[@soddoffbaldrick2209]

I have been watching for years now Leo! It must feel like the greatest achievement you can imagine. What a joy it brought me to see Tally Ho cruising along under her own power. I must say it brought a tear to my eye. Congratulations team - you guys have done some of the best woodworking work I have ever seen on anything. Thank you so much - the world is a better place today now that Tally Ho is back with us again.

[@jeffreynerdin3522]

I rarely see any design elements here that I don’t think are perfect, but as a furniture maker, I imagine those thumb screws on the underside of the saloon table are going to catch on people’s legs and clothing and become a hassle. Fortunately, there are lower profile ways to secure the fiddles, so it will work out. Beautiful table.

[@ShedBuiltStuff]

Agree. Some custom dome nut thumb screws would be better. Maybe a cunning subscriber can make some and donate?

[@crankyoldguy2]

I don't know how Leo managed to resist raising sail. Just fantastic.

[@Gottenhimfella]

The rig isn't tensioned yet, for one thing, and I doubt the anchoring systems have been tested. First things first!

[@M1BUU]

What a beautiful sight! A beautiful boat just where she belongs! Well done Leo and crew, what an amazing restoration. The ASA must be thrilled!

[@aarona5482]

Congratulations Leo and team!! It’s been a wonderful journey. I don’t think you all know how much satisfaction and joy you bring to this community. Thank you for sharing.

[@realmaxpower]

my wife came in to see what i was watching as my smile was so big!!

[@timothyobrien1850]

In the water she is smaller than I thought.....Ok this applies to all boats. Nice minimum bow wave and the trough is well suited on the hull. Yep it looks like the carefully replicated lines hold up over time. Yea I cried too. Nice work ladies and gentlemen. And oh yes thoughtful work with the fenders and lines, for those of you who don't sail running around with the fenders out is rather like walking out in public with your pants unzipped. One more personal thing I would like to share, in my retirement I am teaching young machinists how to design in CAD. The first lesson is watching the Video of the lofting of this boat. This is the best work I have ever seen on how to thoughtfully design. Yea maybe few understand but the elegance of how to design is something I have found very hard to express, Than you sir.

[@mattdoherty753]

Bloody awesome. I've been watching for years. The "splash" nearly made me cry. Todays video watching her on the water had a lump in my throat and my eyes going funny. I can only try to guess how proud and happy you blokes and girls are to achieve this. Go you you good things... full respect, Matt from down under Australia👍👍👍

[@user-yu9vw5yl6u]

Beautiful job George, both table and explainer ❤

[@barryrollins2728]

I have watched three complete build or rebuild of boats with motor and sail but of those TALLY HO had the most amazing quality of plan and workmanship! All have taken several years to complete being built from keel up but the difference is the ship fitters with their talents has really amazed me in every phase to being floated! Great job to see TALLY HO underway.

[@keithsquawk]

I was just watching Keith and the capstan restoration and this was waiting for me afterwards. Eventually we'll see her flying in full rig - what a sight that will be.

[@loken67]

Tally Ho has beautiful lines and cuts so cleanly through the water. Truly in her element again. Thanks Leo and team.

[@jesper1406]

So graceful, elegant and beautiful... It was worth every penny and all the effort. When Tally Ho arrived in the first workshop, I was definitely not convinced that she would ever sail again! Then all the obstacles and the pandemic. Leo got stressed at times, but never failed to keep going, and now she is sailing as proud as ever. I think she's at least as good or better than she was over 100 years ago, and the way she goes through the water, she is definitely made for sailing fast, which the initial tests also prove. 8 knots is really good... The worst is over, Tally Ho is the boat that KZbin built, now I for one can't wait to see what's going to happen from now on. All the best in the world to Tally Ho and everyone who sails her in the coming many, many years! ❤❤❤ Ps. Where IS the fecking front door?! 😂

[@cloudsculptor1]

All those utterly excited boat builders faces at 16:50 had me tearing up. The glee and delight of a first tree house morphed into maturity. Bloody brilliant 👌💪

[@johnmccloskey8761]

Leo, you and your group of builders should be proud of the work you did. Watching the boat cutting across the water was nice to see. She looks beautiful.

[@joestiller9691]

That ship has already sailed but I can't stop watching the rebuild process, you guys do awesome work. Be proud 👍

[@doggedout]

It must seem weird, running under relatively quiet electric propulsion and looking up to see...no sail. Really can't wait to see how all these modern engine, battery storage things work out. Like the prop charging the batteries when you are under sail. And you did such a great job of incorporating that stuff but kept the look of a century past. But beyond all that, just seeing her cut through the water, so smoothly after all these years, just kind of takes your breath away. Full sail is going to be amazing.

[@rbc5878]

Beautiful drone shot of Tally Ho leaving harbour!

[@kiweekeith]

Absolutely Wonderful to see/sea .... :-) :-) :-) .... She takes the water so well, nearly no wake, just seem to 'Glide' thru' the water and 'Closes Up' so well at the stern .... Best to ALL from ChCh, NZ

[@michaelinorlando8507]

Lots of pride and happy vibes for Leo and Crew from Orlando Florida! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Rickytbird]

KZbin is a weird thing. Yall wouldn’t know me if I walked up to you yet I feel like I’ve been part of this project for a long long time and I’m super proud to see what you’ve accomplished. I got teary when I saw Tally Ho finally out at sea with Leo at the helm. Congratulations!

[@Rog_Ramjet]

Wow 2 for one. Tally Ho and Kris Harbour Natural building episodes in one evening...heaven.

[@manBEERd]

Great minds think alike!

[@howardwittwer7490]

Effort is always rewarded. Well done to all the crew who helped Tally Ho from the start of the build.🇦🇺

[@cascadesouthernmodeltrains7547]

It's awesome seeing Tally Ho back under way. It's an incredible journey you all have taken. Congratulations Leo and Crew!

[@timothykeech7394]

She lives! I can't wait to see her under sail. I have followed this build for over two years now and I keenly anticipate every video I'm not a sailor and I'm not a boat builder but I have followed every detail, marveled at the craftsmanship but mostly the dedication to an incredibly high standard of workmanship and the determination that it should be so. You deserve the heartiest congratulations on your work so far. I feel privileged to have been able to feel part of it albeit vicariously. Leo, you have enriched my life. Lots of love!

[@wayneneher6362]

There is nothing better in woodworking than strongly scented woods! I love the smell of old growth Teak, Red Cedar, Tennesee Cedar, Yellow Cedar and one of my favorites, Port Orford Cedar. YO-ho, ALL hands, hoist the colors highhhhh!

[@Hopalong..75]

What about Sassafras?

[@timwebb8153]

Just love seeing all these gals and guys who have put so much effort into this restoration finally getting their hair in the breeze!

[@derekwarner9447]

l was in tears just watching the last couple vids very moving and pleased for you and your crew,been here from start,77years old not to fit but all forgotten watching you all.thankyou all.Derek.

[@paulelliott2861]

To Leo and the crew and all the trades involved. What a fantastic achievement. she looks fantastic. The craftsmanship is out standing. Leo how you manage this all credit to you buddy. At times you looked totally drained. But the pride on your face when she first touched water with no problems. Now the sea trials. The sheer joy on your face said it all. To all may you always have a fair wind. God bless all who sail on Tally. Ho.