Back to work! Rebuilding a wooden boat (EP104)

Rebuilding a historic sailing yacht - Back to work! (EP104)
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EPISODE 104
In this episode we finally get back to work on Tally Ho! ….Leo and Pete fair the deck structure with power-planes, Rowan and Patrick pay the bottom-seams, and Pancho destroys anything she can lay her beak on.
Meanwhile we meet some neighbouring craftspeople, watch some boats get launched, and discover the advantages of a concrete floor… (dolly-skating!)
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Music;
Old Blue - Chris Haugen
Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinal
This is Not Jazz - True Cuckoo
A New Orleans Crawfish Boil - Unicorn Heads
Tea Time - Ofshane
104. Back to work! Rebuilding a wooden boat (Rebuilding Tally Ho/ EP104)

[@deanmills5106]

I'm a 74 year old woodworker. I make custom furniture in my small wood shop in my garage. You'd think that a 74 year old woodworker would know just about everything. Wrong, I actually learn lots of tricks and methods from you guys. Not only do I learn from you, but you're an inspiration to me. Your work ethic and dedication to your dream is nothing short of wonderful. Thank you all for all you do. Maybe some day I can make a piece of furniture for your boat.

[@mopedmarathon]

It always amazes me how different sectors of one trade don’t seem to share techniques and knowledge as much as you’d expect. Maybe it comes down to not needing anymore knowledge to do a job or something similar. Also it’s interesting how technology we use every day and think we know the origin of is actually not what we think. The only one I can think of right now is that dyson vacuum cleaners use a filtration method from the mining industry. All to do with spinning the debris to the outside of a vessel while the air escapes through the middle.

[@doczinger]

Dean, second to what you said, 75 here and still learning new stuff, maybe not so much new new but finding better and more efficient ways to do something I've been doing for years, sometime you wonder WTH didn't I learn this sooner, oh well better late than never.

[@pappabob29]

@@doczinger 78, a retired construction worker who continues to do all kinds of household maintenance and repair, gardening, wood work, and "Street Rod" automotive work. Always looking to "hone" a skill or learn new ones. Always impressed by lots of new tricks and remarkable skill shown here. 👍✌️⚙️🛠

[@rogerbayzand4455]

73 here Dean and just built my new workshop, it's a joy getting the benches and tools all set out. The boatbuilding trade is always evolving and I am still picking up new techniques and occasionally I can pass on something I learnt years ago.

[@PatrickPoet]

I'm only in my mid-60s, but so far I delight that I keep learning. It's my favorite thing. I don't see any reason to stop short of the grave:)

[@marksheltonswork7848]

I just want to hear it once with the parrot on your shoulders: “Hi, my name is Leo and I’m a sailor and a boatbuilder and a pirate and I’m on a mission...”

[@badcat4707]

okay , that cracked me up ! ;-) and I'd love to hear it too / hopefully Leo gets to at least see it and smile :)

[@mackie5004]

Hrrrrrrr!

[@zoomzabba452]

Maybe for April Fools

[@taterkaze9428]

He's a secret pirate. It's obvious.

[@gaius_enceladus]

@Mark Shelton - "Talk Like a Pirate Day" is coming up - 19th September!

[@BobbieGWhiz]

I really enjoy this parrot channel that also has boat building.

[@PhilippStarsky]

Sampson Parrot Co

[@andrewmantle7627]

I keep seeing him (her?) with little tiny PPE.

[@DavidVanHelden1]

@@andrewmantle7627 Now that is funny ...I will be chuckling about that one all day ....lol

[@oldogbert]

@@DavidVanHelden1 me too. glad i wasn't taking a sip of my coffee when i read that. 😂

[@badcat4707]

@BobbieGWhiz , I think you've just won the comments section for this video , lol ;-)

[@DavidKutzler]

I stumbled onto your channel several weeks ago when the lead-pouring video popped up in my feed. I was compelled to go back to the beginning to binge all the old videos. I'm not a boat guy, but, as a hobby machinist, I am in awe of the skill, craftmanship and pride in craftmanship that I see in the shipwrights and volunteers. I also follow the Western Flyer and KnotFINNishedYet channels.

[@surfer730]

I joined from the same link. Getting close to pouring lead again in the next dozen episodes!

[@johnwade1763]

The lighting, scene framing, editing, and music were phenomenal in this video. I once thought, "If Leo gets tired of sailing, he could make documentaries." Then I realized he is already 100 episodes into one of the best documentaries anywhere.

[@SailingPuffin]

Your videos are not only interesting but visually stunning! I don’t think I’ve ever seen any documentary professional or amateur as well done as yours. Keep the videos coming and can’t wait for the next episode.

[@step4560]

I know that bird, Pancho, is just gunning for a boat-ride. Proly not an around the world 6 month type of thing, but at least to get out on the water for a few hours and breathe that fresh salty air. It is becoming ever clearer that having such special type of bird on sailing ships of past, would have been a wonderful asset. Love this Parrot - er - boatbuilding channel with all of its wonderful people...

[@SilentSooYun]

I have to say, I LOVE that you're in a boatyard now, sharing a shed. We get to see so many other beautiful boats now as you work on yours :D

[@montiro8999]

Also as a viewer a nice change to the scenery.

[@ErikPukinskis]

Yes, what a wonderful silver lining to the "predicament" of the boat needing to be moved. Leo is obviously a wonderful boatbuilder but he also has standout video production skills. It feels like a real gift that we get to see some other boats shot in his loving style. And the other boatbuilders in Port Townsend seem pretty excited to be featured on the "show".

[@gga3053]

Agreed! Love, love, LOVE the other boats and the boatyard activity. I didn't think these videos could get any better. They have!!!

[@stevemcgarrett303]

I'm glad we have two more years of these videos.😉

[@oldschool6345]

Your video's give people much more than just the boat building adventure. You've really been successful at letting us into your world and community, something some filmmakers never achieve. The ability to put the viewer in a bubble right there beside you is not to be underestimated. I've been following since you started (with a little binge watch to get caught up in the beginning) and you seem to do it almost every time. Maybe you should make a plan to lace your videos together into a bigger thing once you're done playing with Pancho and shoving brown sludge in cracks LOL. When Tally Ho sails again, you might want to think about it. You're better than a lot of movies to watch, and most of what's on TV. You've really "shared" your dream and adventure. Thanks for sharing.

[@davidvivian596]

Tally Ho has truly come home Leo. She just HAD to end up in this boatyard, which quite possibly has as much history as Tally Ho herself. What a wonderful community it is. Greetings from the UK.

[@n3il82]

I hate it when an episode comes to an end.

[@tonyrmathis]

She really knows how to paint. Made it look sprayed using a brush.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Big shout-out for showing her painting. She won't have to worry about finding work now.

[@williamf.douglass4718]

Agree well done. Perhaps Leo might allow her to show everyone some painting techniques. BTW Leo great writeup in Wooden Boat magazine.

[@kristianwinkel7724]

the method is called tipping if you are interested

[@johndaniels5629]

You can get brushes that are especially good for tipping off.

[@georgefrench1907]

Nice to see you back at work on Tally Ho. And thumbs up to Pete’s growing skill as a presenter.

[@oldogbert]

Maybe we can get rid of all this controversy and nominate Pete as the new host of Jeopardy? 🤪

[@variacenavsiav9945]

Yes.

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

This man should start his own channel once his and Leo's ways will part after Tally Ho's splashing. We deserve a No-Feet-Pete channel, don't we?.

[@oldogbert]

@@manfredschmalbach9023 it'd be nice to see more of Pete.

[@5635randy]

No one realizes how much time and hard work boat restoration is. Love the videos it really breaks it all down.

[@radamus210]

Awesome episode! I got a few minutes of it in when it was on earlier today but had a family gathering. Just got back to finish up and great job. Interestingly, in the first hour it had fifty thousand views, several hours later 130 thousand` sweet man! It was awesome to see Pancho! And man, that's brave letting her gnaw on your hands considering they can about shorten a finger. That is a real bond man, she loves you Leo! It is bittersweet adjusting to a new home, but the resources, expertise and support people in the same community location has got to be a comforting feeling. Above all, not having to put up with the stress and aggravation of someone trying to kill your dreams has to be an enormous relief.

[@declana1359]

Good to see Rowan back on the project, he's one of my favorite members of the crew

[@drop_dtuned6167]

Rowan stands back, takes a sip of coffee, smiles and bobs his head with approval. Classic Rowan.

[@lizdini722]

Every time I see new progress, I am struck by how beautiful her lines are. She looks just wonderful. You guys make a great team!

[@cgstadler]

I love the shot of you all cheering on the boat from the couch as it smashes into your lunch. Big joyful BOAT vibes.

[@dennisdownes9319]

Sitting around eating lunch with "your" crew is the very best part of the boatyard!! Not a lot of "friends" will show up in the yard! DD

[@assassinlexx1993]

Happiness is making sawdust. To be in a boating community is a great feeling. Everyone is ready to lend a hand as you are ready to help someone.

[@philoldout7489]

Kudos to whoever chooses the music - eclectic, always tasteful - would love a playlist some time. And kudos to the high level of professionalism, dedication to craft and uncompromising quality that have been evident throughout. It has inspired me to raise my game in the shop…

[@AvanaVana]

I felt the music in this week’s video definitely reflected the influx of new energy, joie de vivre, and quirkiness that seems to be permeating everyone and everything in the new boatyard locale. I thought it was really noticeable and the music helped to convey that.

[@jamesford8315]

The playlist is in the description for every episode. Music choices are always as good as the content.

[@michaelcunningham5748]

Leo has previously mentioned that selecting the music is one of his favorite tasks in editing the videos.

[@TooterBill]

Great Comment! At Around the 5:00 minute mark, when Rowan was applying the joint compound with that jazz music going, BOOM! Great video skills Leo.

[@REDFOXNAVYTV]

Can anyone say what artist/song this is playing in this week's vid?

[@bartonyount8125]

I am encouraged that you use a Canon 80D. It proves that you don't need a 4k camera to make excellent videos. Keep up the good work.

[@Dranka5]

Hey Leo (and everybody else)! In your next video, can you talk about the impact you’ve had on the wooden boat building/rebuilding industry? Maybe industry is a strong word. However, it’s very easy to see the impact you’ve had. If you don’t believe me, then just look at all of the other boat building KZbin channels that have popped up. We can all tell you’re a very humble and thoughtful person. So I’m sure you will downplay, or even deny, your impact, but you definitely have impacted it in multiple ways. In fact, I’m an example of one of the impacts you’ve had. I was born, raised, and still live on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. However, I’ve never been sailing, and never had any interest in sailing or wooden boats until I found you. So bringing new people into sailing is one example. Another would be all of the other builders that started posting KZbin videos. Now that the preamble is done (yes, that was just the preamble, you can stop reading now 😂), what do you think about this increase in interest? Also, maybe you could give a few tips to people like myself who would like to get into sailing. What do you think of the other KZbin channels, and are there any that you are a fan of/would recommend? Also, maybe ask some of the people who work for you how they feel about the increase in popularity as well. Anyway, thanks for the vid, but most importantly, thank you for showing us that there are still good people in this crazy world! Wow, that was much longer then I planned. Sorry for that, but you’re sooo busy I’m sure you won’t see this anyway 😂.

[@honzaasterba]

I have not even started watching and I want to give this video 10 likes.

[@petrichor649]

They're a bunch of good people

[@variacenavsiav9945]

😁😁

[@jhlalremruata]

Nice to see Pete getting so comfortable with cameras. Its great that you guys are settling nicely into your new place and finding nice people. Wishing you the best of everything - love from India.

[@michaelcunningham5748]

"No Feet Pete" has become an essential character in the story. Just the right juxtaposition to Leo.

[@joedennehy386]

I am a recreational fisherman from New Zealand, i own a couple of aluminium boats, which are really really low maintenance and completely water tight. I would never ever own a wooden boat again, having owned a kauri klinker, but i am glad to live in a world where people can afford traditional boat building, and there are people with the skills to do it.

[@joncraig]

Geeeeez, Lena is a MASTER of that paintwork!!!!!!!

[@000001willy]

To Leo and the TALLY HO crew, well done. You guys are doing a great. Step-by-step things are coming together. It's also nice to see the work of other restoration specialist in the Port Townsend Boat Yard. The young lady who was painting the Blue Star trawler next to TALLY Ho, did a great job tipping the paint she applied above the water line. It was so well done it appeared she was painting on a smooth gel coat fiberglass hull.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Agreed, the paint on yhe blue boat looked great.

[@davidelliott5843]

It’s all in the preparation. She will have worked really hard to get that finish.

[@petereinhardt]

After seeing the full restoration compilation episode I have gone back and watched the whole project series from day 1. Thank you Leo for your dedication to this project and your willingness to teach your craft and share that with the global community. Cheers mate 👍🏼

[@timandpatstephenson2638]

Glad to see Poncho on location and climbing the corporate ladder so to speak!!

[@michaelcunningham5748]

So glad you used White Oak, rather than Western Red Cedar, for the deck beams. That design decision has enhanced the strength, aesthetics and longevity of Tally Ho. If no ferrous metals are used to fasten the deck and other fittings you may have added a century to the hull's next life by this one decision alone!

[@moltderenou]

Excelent paint job by Nina. Not as easy as it looks.

[@benandrus]

One day that travel lift will come for Tally Ho. Maybe in 2 years

[@amandahugankiss4110]

nope.

[@Akguitarski]

Oh how right you were 😎 she's going in in the next video

[@benandrus]

@@Akguitarski Apparently so! Honestly it was a joke, I didn't expect it to happen so quickly.

[@monawoka97]

I can't explain it well but seeing you all make such steady, consistent progress on this boat every 2-3 weeks is just so therapeutic for me. It's not fast. It's not easy. But every week it gets just a little bit closer. Every week something that needed to get done gets done. And as you get lost in the process day over day it just keeps getting that little bit closer and little bit better. Life doesn't always feel that way. But when it does, it's really something special.

[@curtisgrindahl446]

Pete has become very comfortable with the camera and his explanations are excellent. I hope he has other opportunities to use video to describe his work as a shipwright. It was fun seeming him on the Western Flyer project before he came over to Tally Ho and I loved the tour he did of his shop before he moved it. Having Tally Ho at a working marina where many ships are being serviced is great. I love the added content and meeting other workers. Thanks Leo. I'm sorry there was so much angst along the way but this seems a fine solution that will serve the project in the long run.

[@sgsax]

What blows my mind is thinking about how 100 years ago, all this fairing would have been done completely by hand. I understand that a lot of the final touches are still done by hand, but having the modern tools to get you most of the way has got to be a huge relief. Nice to see the sawdust blowing again! Thanks for sharing!

[@Mishn0]

The proportion that the cost of labor made up of the total cost of a product was FAR lower back then. You can see this even today in places with low labor costs. Go look at a shop where they rebuild trucks in Pakistan. There are several very interesting You Tube channels by them. They'll have a whole legion of people working on a project, including kids that look about 10 or 12 years old using simple hand tools, where in the US it would be one guy with a shop full of multi-thousand dollar machine tools doing the same thing. It also allows the Pakistani shops to do repairs that in the US would be uneconomical because of the amount of labor. Stuff like fabricating a new frame rail for a 10 ton dump truck out of raw stock, cutting out the broken rail and welding and riveting in the new rail. In the US, the truck would be scrapped.

[@eddygonzalez6018]

Yes and that's why they had hundreds of shipwright workers as opposed to a handful of people. The man power needed was immense. It still is in some places, but not as many since wooden boats have become a thing of the past.

[@tomarmstrong1281]

@@Mishn0 All true. I suppose what these guys get is a sense of accomplishment. It has been my experience that when the task requires muscle and the use of hand tools and a degree of skill, the end result is more meaningful than handing over a pile of money.

[@trythinking6676]

@@eddygonzalez6018 Sailing Yaba has, I think, 6 boat builders restoring their boat. No, the workmanship is nowhere close to the precision that Leo shows, however, those guys make thier living building and restoring wooden boats, so it is worth a watch.

[@gb8014]

@@Mishn0 Can you name some of this channels you are telling us about ? I wanto to check em out.

[@davidh.5204]

Great to see you back at work Leo! And great to see Pancho keeping you company. :o)

[@phlodel]

Pancho's parents are lucky to have a bird sitter that not only takes care of the bird but also keeps her happy.

[@clintonmississippi2108]

Don't understand why my message shown below did not go through. I sent your wish list "Joiner Knife Setting Jig". Enjoying your rebuilding efforts on the "Talley Ho". Cheers

[@18robsmith]

Great to see Inspector of Work Pancho on duty :-) As ever, great to see the standard of work being done.

[@philliphopkins6527]

What a great way to have lunch, with the passing parade of beautiful boats to watch! What wonderful atmosphere must exist there at Port Townsend. It must be heaven on earth for a boat builder !!! That little Folk Boat sitting there must have brought back many memories. Cheers Phil from OZ

[@juliancrooks3031]

Glad to see Poncho there inspecting and making sure you guys are all doing your job.

[@mljwaffle007]

This channel was brought to my attention, after watching a woodworker make a small boat in 5 days and KZbin then recommended a video in this series! I thought it might be interesting to watch, but thought I’d like to see the start at least first. This then started a 4 day binge of watching the four years worth of Stella work that’s gone into the Tally Ho. I love all the great personalities that have gravitated to Tally Ho and in particular Leo. Leo has engendered such a fantastic community of people and craftsmanship around him. Love that pancho is still around and I think her owners are such amazing people to have opened up their homestead and hearts to Leo and in the process help him get this whole project of the ground! What loving and caring people they are and I’m glad while the Tally Ho was there it was also bringing them much joy as well. Only sad thing now is I currently have no more videos to watch in this series, but at least I can now join in with watching this in real time so to speak! Good luck with the rest of the project, you now have another subscriber and I shall enjoy watching future updates from Leo and his crew.

[@mdouglaswray]

Pancho REALLY loves you Leo! LOL!!

[@billmeldrum2509]

Great to see you guys back at it. BTW, no need to cap these episodes at 17 minutes. Twice that would work for me 👍🇨🇦.

[@oldogbert]

ditto again

[@thomasdavison8996]

I have been waiting for Leo's next video with anticipation. I was glad to see Pancho with Leo doing her funny antics. She seems very happy and comfortable to be with Leo and crew where ever they go. Nice to see the work start up again. Love the music that you pick for your videos Leo. Cheers!

[@ketchzsazsa9509]

Greetings, Leo, from Los Angeles.... Nice to see my old home town treating well Tally Ho's crew.

[@glennjaggard7065]

God I missed this boy am I glad your back I have watch you since you got Tally Ho off the beach to your yard where you striped her down and rebuilt her to where you are now what a wonderful journey I have been on Poncho really makes my Day

[@johnbee7729]

As one who is owned by two parrots, the outro was spot on. Especially Leo's Ow Ow Ow. My African Grey has perfected that part of out interaction

[@stevebutterworth1937]

You’re looking far less stressed now and I wish you a long and happy future. Loved the sofa dinner room shot with a great crew all pulling together !.. thanks

[@oldogbert]

is Roxie still working on the other boat restoration she 'left you for'? I was hoping to see her also. She's one of my faves on your old work crew. Such a beautiful smile. Always brightened up my day when she was featured on the old vids.

[@badcat4707]

@@oldogbert / Yes , Rosie is still over on The Western Flyer boat project .

[@oldogbert]

@@badcat4707 Rosie... sorry on the mixup in names. and thx. Maybe Leo will show her in the upcoming videos.

[@rodneymaennling5963]

You may be back to work, but it's clear that there's lots of enjoyment making new friends and sharing the work ! What a pleasure to have the staff and others at "the port" teaming up. Everyone in the world should take a hint and learn from your example! Best wishes from Vancouver Island! Rodney

[@MaShcode]

It’s like pulling tape. Fair enough. Moved into the heart of the Townsend recreational supply chain.

[@SootHead]

Despite the trials and tribulations of moving T-H, I sense the energy in the yard is beneficial to the work and maybe you can catch up fast. Love to see Pancho is still in the picture. Great video!

[@justahunk]

SO really the most important ship in the whole yard is... friendship.

[@riderofthepurplesagecowboy5418]

I used to live near Port Townsend and visited there frequently. We thought maybe PT stood for "part time" because everyone there was so laid back and didn't seem to work much. I now stand corrected by watching your videos and seeing how hard you and your peers work. PT is a cool place filled with artsy little shops and people. Beautiful area when its not overcast and raining. Look like your move to PT has worked out for the best and you can now get on with your project without all the hassle from the neighbor. Maybe consider buying Poncho a bird boyfriend for her to come visit.

[@simonthompson789]

Paint job on Blue Star was...stellar.

[@bardus_hobus]

"Do you want me to say something cute about how I love shoving this brown sludge in this crack" "....no...no I don't" "oh..Okay..." XD I love them

[@Adamsadventures83]

Me: Well, fudge!

[@sandys-channel]

Love seeing the boat yard. It would be great to get to meet more of the people and ships that share the yard. I can imagine there are many great stories to tell there

[@paulorchard7960]

Good to see Pancho is there keeping an eye on you all and slowly eating your ship!

[@carlvandenberg140]

That is such a solid boat.Made to handle heavy weather.They did not have satellite weather reports back then.What a dynamic place.

[@Mariano.Bernacki]

Dangit it was over way too soon! In all seriousness, thanks for taking the time and putting in the work to document this journey on top of everything else that you already do.

[@anthonyrochford6248]

I do enjoy everyone who's involved with tally ho , their character, their skill , and enthusiasm , with boat building ,i know there must be hundreds of people who are amazed at the skill being used ,with some learning new ways , some showing their talent and enjoyment on this project, i like all the new friends everyone is making in such a nice atmosphere and great boatyard ,stay safe and take care all . anthony rochford 😊👍

[@frankvolkle870]

The star is back 🦜 🥰 It's awesome to see you back @Work, guys!!!!!

[@aumenarys]

Greetings from France! I've watched the 107 videos in a week after KZbin highlighted Ep100 (basically only doing this haha) and boy it has been a journey! I've arrived at a time in my life where I'm not happy where I am... I've always been interested in doing things with my hands, and I've watched a lot of wood working videos, and your videos made me want to actually jump in feet first in making a living out of this, even though I have absolutely zero experience and I have no idea how to make the jump haha! Anyway, I can't wait to spend the next "two years" continuing watching the progress and the adventures of the Tally Ho! Bonne continuation et vivement la prochaine vidéo !

[@inspiringengineer]

How watching this awesome series in real time having binge watched all the previous 103 episodes! :D

[@CLU7CHxCl7Y]

17 minutes isnt enough 😫 but im glad the build is up againe and moving

[@jherys3867]

Thats true, we would like Leo make another channel for working activities, eventhough the vids are not edited. I'll watch it

[@Aeradill]

it's enough, it's free!

[@oldogbert]

ditto in spades.. longer vids please.

[@Nonya855]

Who would thumbs down this video. As always I love to watch this series. Amazing work y’all. Very satisfying to watch and see the progress.

[@chrisglen-smith7662]

Indeed, but some may be accidental maybe?

[@men4skirts]

So good to see work progress in the new shop. Plus Pancho is there! I never gave much thought to birds other than they are fun to watch and pretty, now I understand a key element, they develop a personality! They also seem to like being around these humans building this boat!

[@cannonw59]

I am thankful and relieved to see chief mate Pancho's still on the job. She'll keep the crew fare and on course. Well done on your move, Leo and Team. By the time Tally Ho sails away, Port Townsend will be a tourist destination. Peace&Love!

[@BillB23]

The great content in this video was enhanced by all of the gratuitous Pancho footage. Nicely done!

[@prankishsquire2663]

If Pancho was Leo's it would be pretencious AF. That she belongs to his adopted family just increases the beauty of the love story.

[@pauleohl]

Look up the meaning of gratuitous.

[@lamorgan2006]

No nits on you Leo, Pancho got them all. 😂

[@thierrybilson9634]

That bird is so in love, careful she doesn't end up missing you Leo.

[@giles-df9yu]

I believe in the end she will leave with the boat

[@xX1GuNNy1Xx]

“Back to work!” Sounds a little like Mike Patey, love Both y’all’s channels. His plane just got into the air and your boat is getting close to being in the water, can’t wait!! Boats looking great!!

[@TheBirdmaster45]

Can you imagine all the work that you have sone on this beautiful boat the way it was originally done without power tools ... Wow

[@twcstransam]

Great seeing Pancho. Tally Ho is looking awesome

[@stevenjohns1322]

I got to say, it really add’s another dimension to your channel getting to see all the other boats and work that goes on around you, what and amazing environment you have to continue your project. I hope you can find time to show us more of the boatyard

[@JEANSDEMARCO]

Much more interesting at the boat yard Leo! I was born and raised near a boat yard on the Delaware River, and as a kid,would watch men working on boats! Brings back fond memories!!

[@tedf1471]

So encouraging to see young people wanting to build / repair things! I despair sometimes of the generic 'office hack' jobs where people diddle away on keyboards...

[@keevee09]

"Making some sawdust." That would be an understatement.

[@GodOfBiscuits66]

That is cool you are going to 'meet' other boats. The Blue Star is amazing! Nina put an incredible paint job on her. Looks like glass

[@nohotliquids]

So the deck shape is a Pringle?

[@glengullickson6538]

Blue Star is a Rock star...and so is Nina! Great paint job.

[@gegwen7440]

What a good team you have there at present Leo and that lady made a real tidy job of painting the wee boat.

[@williamdrake2315]

Loved to see Pancho the parrot. He rules the roost and Leo's facial hairs! Wonderful to see the deck beams being faired and the below the waterline seams caulked.

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Wow lots going on! Keep rolling and she will be sitting pretty on the blue sooner than you all think! Keep them rolling Leo! Bluestar is a pretty boat! Nice job Bluestar team!

[@Dug6666666]

Must be exciting to be so close to the water now. Seems like a real community spirit at the yard.

[@normanfawley7379]

My flabber remains ' gasted' ! I envy your life your skill / knowledge and your spiffing bunch O'mate's ! Carry on Sir.

[@ianc4901]

Looks like you are settling into the new workshop just fine ! It was a bit of a shock when you announced that you would have to move but the way things turned out it couldn't be better ! The timing was perfect too now that the hull is mostly finished and you are moving on to the interior and deck etc ! It's also great to see Pancho enjoying your company again she's a really beautiful and intelligent creature ! I noticed in a few videos she tries to mimic some of the actions she sees you doing like pushing a tool along a plank or chipping away at some wood, when she tries to mimic you she uses her beak in the absence of hands. In the video intro when you were holding her she seemed to be trying to make your hand work like she has seen it many times before with repetitive motions ! Those beaks are incredibly powerful and sharp, they could nip off a finger very quickly if she wasn't careful but she shows you a lot of respect !

[@MrRogsmart]

Amazing project. I love, love, love seeing the progress on Tally Ho.

[@Utahdropout]

It's lovely to hear the word "batten" pronounced with the t's actually included. Batten instead of baa_un.

[@jjdebruyne]

I have just binged watched every episode. What a great project and we’ll done Leo for starting this build. I look forward to supporting the channel in the future

[@adamkay9897]

Well done adapting so well to your new environment and keeping the video to a high standard.

[@campingwithhomer7371]

So nice to see all the other boats in the yard. I like this location a lot! Great people, great shop, and most importantly the great Tally Ho!

[@984francis]

Tuggy McTugface, what a lovely jaunty boat!

[@jamesjohnston6765]

She truly is a beautiful boat. So nice to see the steady progress and your attention to every detail.

[@eddrake5290]

Your professionalism has just notched up a whole new level. Well done.

[@getongab]

I was going threw withdraws! I ended up going back and watching ever previous video. Glad to see you back and at a real boat yard! Good times ahead.

[@TrapShooter68]

I'm SO happy Pancho gets to come oversee the construction of her new birdhouse! And it's great that you get to throw in little vignettes of other wooden boats.

[@deadpixelmedia3171]

makes me happy Poncho is still around!

[@TheRickpfarr]

The lunch breaks look so interesting. Great location