Installing a Sailing Rig onto my Cedar Strip Canoe. Solway Dory Expedition 25 Lug Sail.

[@MadGingerCat]

I don't have a canoe and know absolutely nothing about sailing. That being said, I found this really entertaining, highly instructional and more than a little inspirational. Another medicinal mind-calming episode with Simon at 4am. Always love your content Simon. Keep em coming.

[@GaryLHedrickJr.-kl3mb]

Great Job Simon.Gary from Ohio U.S.A.

[@lesthompson7923]

Ahoy, is there anything more satisfying than the sound of crisp new sails?! I’ve been sailing all of my 63 years, and now I’m searching for a suitable kayak rig to take along while I’m out camping with my travel trailer (caravan). Your handcrafted canoe is even more enviable Simon! Fair winds and following seas.... ⛵️

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Les!

[@maryblaylock6545]

There is a family that builds rigs for kayaks in Minnesota . Having trouble with Google on that one!

[@robarcia2328]

Hey Les, check out Hobie Kayak’s Island adventure kayaks. Sail and pedal drive. Wife and I own two of them. We’ve sailed lakes and offshore (Atlantic and Gulf waters) and simply love them. In Simon’s words, ( Just Lovely! ) 🤣👍

[@ianadamson1241]

Have a look at "www. Kayaksailor.com" for sailing kayaks Might be just what you're looking for. I've got one of their rigs on my touring kayak and I love it.

[@kingrafa3938]

Can't wait to see you use your canoe with sailing rig Simon 👍🇵🇭

[@chriscjjones8182]

Looking good. Can't wait to see you out in it

[@cooperswayadventures]

Ragnar, Floki has built a beautiful boat... Lagathar you are right... Amazing job Simon🍻👌👍

[@annebeginn2034]

😆😆😆

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Hahaha! 😁

[@cooperswayadventures]

@@simonablokeinthewoods 👍👍🍻🍻

[@johngray9702]

Thank you for your wonderful video. Can't wait to see it in action.

[@1967AJB]

Utterly magical, I’m not canoe person, but that really fires my imagination, Three Men in a Boat meets Swallows and Amazons with a sprinkling of the stories my dad made up for me when I was a child. Have a wonderful time pal.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks matey!!

[@darrellpidgeon6440]

A great build. May the hours and days of fun on the water never end.

[@rlands5134fd]

A nice addition, can't wait to see you try it.

[@roykent5864]

I think you did a wonderful job installing the hardware and can't wait to see how it sails. But please remember that a canoe with a sail is now a sail boat and not a canoe. From a die hard canoeist. From Canada.

[@sibaldi2922]

I love the fact that after a rubbish day of work, meetings etc a video from Simon pops up. Make a brew, settle down and be transported away from the daily grind for half an hour. Great to see a sail going on and I’ll be looking forward to more adventures. You’re certainly going to have your work cut out going upwind on some of the Norfolk waterways.😀

[@stuartwebster829]

Simon,there is something very comforting watching someone who knows exactly what they are doing,doing it extremely well. Looking forward already to the big trip planned for August. Best wishes Stuart

[@ivanroulson931]

So lovely to see this. You'll love it! We've got a FyneBoatKits MillCreek 16.5 with the sail kit and it's great fun. With two in the kayak it balances well but I've found that I needed to move my seat and the lee board in order to balance it when sailing solo. I did have a rather "interesting" trip once where my seat was too far back and it would only go downwind at quite a rate. If it's any encouragement, I've never capsized, but then maybe I'm a bit chicken with the sheet. I've never cleated it, so I can let go of the "bravery string" anytime I get nervous. Happy Sailing!

[@kristoferyoung1511]

So happy to have found your video! I've dreamed of sailing since I was a child, and this year Im going to get a canoe to make the same kind of rig! I'm BEYOND excited to finally live the dream!!! And even better, a sailboat I can transport on the roof of my car!

[@leegosling]

Solway Dory… True craftsmanship. Amazing quality.

[@trakyboy5128]

Of course I will be waiting for that sailing video to appear. But as someone who has been in carpentry since I was 16,, owned my own handyman business for 25 to 30 years somewhere in there,,, and I've been around a lot of people that do and don't know what they're doing and everything in between. and I can honestly say you have a unique skill set Simon !! And although I have no doubt you're happy in your little world,,, over here in the US there's a big need to fill a niche with people with your skill set especially when it comes to this generation of Van dwellers. I've heard multiple times on the internet of people saying that there's long waits,,, & very hard to find someone who can take what they envision and make it become a reality !!! because not everybody can do that !! some people can only follow drawings some people can only follow what someone else is done,,, but to take something from someone's mind and make them see it that's a whole another level altogether. U would do well here my friend 👍🏽👍🏽. Anyway, ☮️ And keep on rocking the free world ☺️ Simon. Ps.. I appreciate the fact that you're also good in the kitchen but I really enjoy watching you do things or what you made or creations or something simply because that's where I'm at that's where my head is. 😊

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@sarkybugger5009]

Great bit of kit, Simon. Can't beat free energy. Have fun.

[@amilzekria6635]

That looks amazing Simon. I can not wait to see it action. Have fun. Atb🤓

[@annebeginn2034]

Wow Simon how exciting 😬😬😬😬. Like many many others can’t wait to see you play with this set up. Loved your last video canoe camp with Andy. Always look forward to your next instalment. Stay cool catch you next time 😊

[@steveroberts1422]

Super video👍 can't wait to see you test it out.

[@craigpalmer347]

Looking forward to see you use that Simon👍👍👍

[@ArielleViking]

Interesting project, I look forward to seeing you test this sail out. 💯❤👍

[@janwaller3585]

You do such amazing work,as it seems, on all that you touch. Beautiful job on that canoe and rigging. I see many hours of pleasure ahead of you .

[@BulldogBadger]

Fantastic video Simon! I have no interest in boats or carpentry and you kept me informed and entertained for almost 26 minutes.. really enjoyed the video and was in awe of your skills 👏

[@Tentcl]

Awesome! Small boat sailing is a lot of fun! Really looking forward for a test-run video!

[@yaxihighriser]

I’ve recently bought a prospector canoe and have been pondering fitting a sail. You have opened up more options for me. Thanks 👍

[@Lightandlovetoyou]

I really enjoyed this episode Simon ! I’d watch you do anything

[@mphigham1963]

Really impressed with that Simon, can`t wait to see it in action Pal

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Wow! How exciting, can't wait to see how it performs in the water, really enjoyable to watch, thanks!

[@wayfarerchris.4116]

Nice one Simon, you'll have lots of fun with that 👍🙂.

[@KevinOutdoors]

Very elaborate video and interesting to watch. Lots of planning in this one, well done!

[@Curlew-Corner]

Thanks. I know absolutely nothing about canoeing or sailing but I found you video absolutely fascinating.

[@thedogsbollox1]

Hi Simon. Been watching your sailing rig build. I have a tip for your wing nuts. Use a hole cutter to make 2 discs from some 20mm stock. Before you cut right through, use a table saw to cut a 5mm deep slot across the discs through the centre. Continue with the hole cutter. Put these discs on your bolts and put the wing nuts on upside down so the wings get stuck in the slot. You now have a knob to tighten the nut which is less painful than tightening the wing nuts. More importantly, your wing nuts will now float.

[@brixham20]

Do you know what, I wasn't so sure about watching this but I'm glad I did. Another great video. Extremely interesting. 👍

[@hammondauger]

I think Andy will have to fit an out board motor on his canoe now too have any chance of keeping up Lol.

[@tphvictims5101]

I’m thinking an LS. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJqaaXSMgcqcqK8

[@magicdrshoon]

Nice one Simon! Interesting. Can't wait to see it in action!

[@GreenBayOutdoors]

Awesome work! Feels like an old school Japanese fishing boat with modern day materials.

[@paulaboyland2946]

Hi Simon, what a greative video, enjoyed watching....thankyou 😊💝🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Xxxx

[@bradlafferty]

I really enjoy watching you work your crafts, by which I mean your carpentry skills and your videography skills. The different angles you use and your editing really brings the process to cinematic life! Thanks, Simon!

[@affalaffaa]

What a handsome vessel that is now. Can't wait to see the rudder.

[@tomasmalmros6091]

What a cool project Simon

[@antking8847]

Andy's going to be very jealous lol - looks great - Seems somewhat appropriate for a Norfolk bloke to have his own Wherry!

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Hahaha - love it! I’ll have to see if anyone needs some coal moving 😀

[@Kenbur]

Simon - bloke sailing in the woods!!!! (couldn't resist) - NOW - will wait for Sailing England to the USA in my wooden canoe video series😂🤣😂 ATB

[@MALLY_DAGS_TV]

😂 From the swallows to the Amazon is a great mini series, in the making😂

[@JonathanWagener]

Simon "I didn't mean to go to sea" Bloke in the Woods...

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

😂😂😂 watch this space! 🤣

[@anneli1735]

@@simonablokeinthewoods 😂😂😂

[@daveedwards6567]

Nice one Simon looking forward to seeing the sailing video thanks

[@safarijoesadventures]

Nice. I am really enjoying your videos. I really like the craftsmanship and attention to detail with your building projects. Keep up the good work.

[@robertgoodbody2936]

That looks great can’t wait to see it in action 🛶

[@jimwulstan8592]

Happy sailing Simon, may the sun shine on your face and the wind be in your rear.

[@andykjohnsonjohnson7622]

Great video Simon 😀, fabulous adaption kit 😉 . Awesome wrk on installing it 👏👍👍👍

[@javiercorreapr9977]

Simon thanks a lot ! You just got me started in leeboard construction for my kayak!

[@steveqhanson6835]

Very exciting! Have fun and stay safe.

[@utahjohnnymontana3373]

We squared our main yard and up channel sail'd we... like true British sailors. That looks like a great addition to the canoe. I look forward to seeing how you fare with it.

[@chrishewitt4220]

Arrghhh me hearty! Craking video again Simon... can't wait to see you out with a fair wind behind you and your sail full!

[@kengarland2181]

Totally awesome Simon. You just gave me some great ideas .

[@waveydaveydiver]

Great edit Simon and very interesting cheers

[@jasonreid611]

Great episode...really looking forward to seeing that work

[@JTT2505]

Simon, a bloke on the water. 😁👍

[@jimwulstan8592]

Simon, a bloke in the water.

[@victorchetcutimusic8665]

Thank you for sharing 👍👍🙂 well made and well done

[@dianejacklin4338]

What a great video. I think the adventure in August will be fantastic.

[@northernembersoutdoors1045]

Wow, what else to say, I had no idea a canoe could take a sail, all your skills on show here with great quality work, must be very satisfying. Look forward to seeing it in action, nice one cheers.

[@hamzataha6656]

Thanks for showing this video, it is a good demonstration of how to convert. I hope you have success when sailing, that future video will be interesting to see. I will wait for that upload. Cheers

[@lawrencemartin1113]

Well done that man! Can't wait to see her out under sail. Nice job and it looks great. I love your canoe, such a pretty boat! (BTW, after months of faffing and not having the correct canisters, I finally managed to complete converting my UCO candle lantern to an oil/paraffin lamp over the Bank Holiday weekend, as per your video from way back! Just experimenting now with different wicks as the Zippo one burns well for a short time and then, no matter how well trimmed, fans out at the top and the flame dies back giving far less light...hmmm).

[@peterlindley3756]

Just a thought~ is the hole for the wick to tight .it might be restricting the oil been drawn up the wick

[@lawrencemartin1113]

@@peterlindley3756 Hello Peter and thanks for the reply. No, as it turns out, I have experimented with several minor changes to the way the wick emerges and there is no restriction. It is actually the way that the wick material degrades after about 20mins to half an hour of burn time and it seems to 'grow' three carbon covered lumps at the top which cause the flame to reduce to a rather sad little glow! I have trimmed, shortened, extended etc etc. to no avail. I have some new wick material to try it with and I have even made a whole new duplicate top from another chain ring bolt to screw in. I have not had time to sit and play with it just yet...(I teach for a living and 'Teacher Assessment' is pretty full on right now!). Thanks again.

[@peterlindley3756]

@@lawrencemartin1113 Your wellcome .Hope you sort it

[@Kozu604]

That is an extremely fine looking canoe and I am quite intensely jealous of every part of it. I hope to have a canoe someday, learning to sail too has long been a dream.

[@The_Stoic_PhilosopherAU]

Cool, Uncle Simon!

[@peterdiebel7372]

Ahoy Mate! Brilliant set up, nice canoe as well. Cheers& keep you sail dry.

[@andrewforrest8938]

Great video Nice one job Simon well done.

[@Sirrehpotsirch]

Thanks, Simon. Always a pleasure to see a new video. Your adventures inspired me to take my canoe down to the delta where the winds can be strong and contrary. The winds on the return trip slowed me down so much that I missed my window to get back before low tides forced me to drag my canoe through several yards of thick delta mud. I'll look into a sailing rig. Thanks, again!

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Ah!! That’s no fun wading through mud! Glad you got through it okay!

[@samwilson744]

Must say Simon, you are very DIY ie. Very good vid. Love working I could watch you work all day 😀

[@deborahhoch2662]

Can’t wait to watch the August trip!

[@theninjaman]

Now that's some lovely bit of kit there buddy like it can't wait to see you on the water 💧👍🏼🖤

[@mentalneil]

Definitely should have had that installed for the windy River Medway trip, and it should be interesting watching you fly across the waves now

[@ukusagent]

Nicely done Simon will be interesting to see how it sails

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Looks like a great setup, Simon. Just remember when you do try it out, you always have a place to stay here in Canada. 😉😜👍🙂🚣‍♂️

[@paulclarkson5494]

Brilliant craftsmanship and lovely to see you at work superb explanation of every part of the fitting. Be great to see you in action with the sail. Paul and jilly ❤

[@WIZ-IN-PA]

Another great video Simon!

[@ellon118]

That is a really beautiful canoe. It must be a labour of love to keep it in that condition. Great video.

[@karenputt3383]

Fantastic. Looks like a ton of fun.

[@gabijones2445]

you look so excited. nice video, thanks.

[@Smokeywolf64]

Nice job almost cant wait to see you sailing her 😎👍

[@allensterk6190]

I love the sailing outfit I've tried that on my Adirondack trips my first attempt was made of limbs from the forest and a poncho that had some success

[@dougdoebbert7873]

Great video. Awesome woodwoorking skills. You are living the life!!

[@charlesmedley9611]

Thank you for sharing. Always a pleasure.

[@anneli1735]

❣️ Love your canoe ❣️ especially now sailing ❣️

[@jonahtwhale1779]

Simon, a bloke in the Wood(an boat)s! Another thoroughly enjoyable video.

[@philipwallis5587]

Hi Simon Hope you are all well.. 🤞 Great video love the rig and the setup...looking forward to next vid when you've got the boat in the water for some practice.. 👍👍😀

[@fegman]

This looks really cool, so thanks for posting, and looking forward to more videos. Had a look online and just realised that canoe sailing is a thing lol (pardon my ignorance!) All the best mate, and thanks. Nick

[@trentwalters]

Great video as always mate, I see why people sail man the wind really carries you

[@curtisloud1027]

That sailing rig is awsome . I hve a lateen rog for my kayak ive. Used it for 20+ years it is still a gas to sail.Enjoy your self. Can’t get better! Curt

[@phillw2850]

Really impressive. Looking forward to when you show your sail in use.

[@lindaridenour2032]

Great rig.!! Watching u from Ohio USA.

[@swjfc1554]

Can’t wait to see it in use pal 👍

[@jamesellsworth9673]

THANKS FOR SHARING THIS PROJECT!

[@hammondauger]

As you were pulling the sail up I was expecting your logo to be on it

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Haha - wish I’d thought of that!!

[@tonysmith5924]

Super nice job! Looks professional, like it’s was completed at a factory!👍👍👍

[@wesleybard6539]

The end product is spectacular. Can't wait to see it in action.

[@johndifrancisco3642]

Best of luck with the set-up, Simon. Looking forward to seeing it in action.

[@viz.on7]

Great video Simon, I love your DIY projects... they're interesting to watch and so relaxing to see you work on them. Can't wait to see the trip!

[@KimberlyGreen]

Pencil marks on the bottom of the mast foot as a shaping guide. *Brilliant!* If I ever need a carpenter, I'm flying Simon to the US for the job.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Haha, I’m sure you’ve got better chippys over there, but thank you - it would be an honour! I’d love to take credit for the pencil line trick, but I stole that right off the Solway Dory website 😂😂

[@KimberlyGreen]

@@simonablokeinthewoods The sign of a skilled tradesmen isn't _how_ he learned the technique, but how he _applies_ it. You'd be totally worth the extra expense. 👍🏼

[@hookline8466]

Thats ace, i have been thinking of adding a sail to my canoe.

[@afrancisco2077]

Good pm watching from philippines stay safe God bless

[@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301]

Wow that looks awesome ,what a fantastic job fella 👍