Winter Sailing, Finding the Perfect Dock - Episode 294 - Acorn to Arabella: Journey of a Wooden Boat

[@gregkilgour4545]

What a grand sight to see her under full sail, slipping along through the briny. like she was made for it.Greetings from Australia.Praying for a great2024 for all those at A2A.

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy Friday to you! And happy new year.

[@mwhelan53]

First time I've seen Arabella running under a full suite of sails. Truly beautiful and impressive. Best wishes for your Mum Steve.

[@jamesHadden-l6l]

Yea! far better than those cats on other channels When I get my finances situated better Will be looking for a gaff rigged sloop wood and full keel the best

[@andypughtube]

Well, there is room for a couple of topsails, to maybe not _quite_ the full suite. And a quick Wikipedia search suggests that it is possible to run something between the masts. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaff_rig#/media/File:Rose_Dorothea-Lipton's_Cup-1907_Fishermen's_Race.jpg shows topsails and the extra one (that I don't know the name of). Admittedly that's a schooner, and the Atkin drawings of Ingrid didn't show topsails. So I might have persuaded myself that I am wrong. 🙂

[@jojii]

So glad they took the time to get those shots!

[@RealInRealEstateCC]

Topsail, mizzen staysail and a staysail spinnaker all run well on Atkins designs.

[@mwhelan53]

Just for those wanting to drop the name of every possible sail, this is the sail inventory from the Arabella web site:- Rigging and sails Rig-Ketch Sail Area-816 square feet (jib, 162; staysail, 123; main, 346; mizzen 185) By my count she is under her full suite of sails in this video. You're welcome.

[@charlesmoore456]

Those full-sail shots of Arabella are breathtaking! Such majesty. Well done, Anne!

[@AcornToArabella]

Oh gosh I can’t take credit for that, Charles. That time it was Scott and Jack toolin’ around in the dinghy. Thanks though! 😊 I’ll let the lads know! -Anne

[@Sman7290]

16:23 is what I've been itching to see for YEARS! Nice!

[@MrMichaelcurran]

Watching Arabella under full sail warms the cockles of my heart. I reminds me why 6.5 yrs ago I started watching your build. The very best to your mom!❤

[@commander-tomalak]

These shots of her running under full sails filled me with so much joy! What a beauty ♥

[@olatedin]

How nice to finally see some sailing!

[@takisk.7698]

Really enjoyed this episode, sailing that beauty in open waters is something else.

[@anthonymiller8989]

Wow, Steve, we have been looking forward to this sale for I believe 7 years? Great to see all the sails up . Enjoy the winter

[@AndrexT]

What a beautiful sight to see Arabella under full sail, Mr Doyle did a great job! Great job on fixing the leak.

[@jimclester4754]

Hi Steve and crew, enjoying watching Arabella all grown up now in full sail . Friday’s come and go. I always enjoy getting to go along for the ride.

[@AcornToArabella]

So well put, happy Friday!

[@ronniebassett5577]

Beautiful sight when she is under sail.

[@Cha0sHof]

Just love how this Channel is becomming from the build to the Walter looking forward to your adventures ❤

[@MrMannakin]

That shot with all the sails up was fab! The new anchorage looks very peaceful.

[@benhetland576]

Yes, indeed! I think some high resolution stills from that scene could be shared to be used as (computer) desktop backgrounds.

[@philparmenter53]

Steve, Robyn, Anne, Ben and all that are or have been involved in the A2A project; Happy and Prosperous New Year to you all, from Plymouth UK

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy Friday, Phil! Thank you so much, and all the best to you in the new year as well!

[@billyblobb67]

She's a beauty! Livin' the dream...

[@SVBlueRecluse]

That water shot of her sailing is so beautiful. She's such a gorgeous vessel Steve! I've followed you since year one and it's really amazing to see Arabella sail.

[@Fishdogfish]

I love her classic lines. She looks like a tough little boat.

[@AcornToArabella]

She sure is. Thanks for watching!

[@sracer42]

So great to see Arabella under sail and blue skies!

[@SimonCurlis]

Dear Ben and Anne, thank you so much for bringing Steve’s story to my small screen in southern Asutralia. Each week is another small joy in boating vicariously through your compelling production. May 2024 bring more adventures and joy to the entire team.

[@AcornToArabella]

Ben and I love what we do, thank you very much for the kind words. It's nice to be seen! :) -anne

[@Kosty19]

She looks abosolutely beautiful under full sails. Good Job!

[@FT4Freedom]

To watch it go together and then sail is extremely satisfying.

[@AcornToArabella]

Cheers!

[@kevinhall2266]

A grand site seeing you at full sail. The years of craftsmanship surely shows.

[@farmerjimbob67]

She looks fabulous under full sail 👍👍

[@johnjones4825]

Livin' the life there, Steve! I can only marvel at your good fortune (backed up with a long stretch of hard building work) in being able to do this!

[@heinricheisele7173]

All the best for your Mum, Steve.

[@papahooge]

I've been watching the videos on my big tv in my liv room and haven't been able to make a comment but had to get on my laptop to make this one. What great shots of Arabella under full sail. Steve and everyone involved--me too as a long-time viewer and a supporter--must be immensely proud.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks so much for taking a moment to say! That’s very kind of you, thanks for being on the journey with us!

[@skipper2285]

If life is all about the journey, then I'd say you are doing it right.

[@alleycatw9l641]

Was really lovely to see Arabella running under full sail. I feel like that scratched a 7 year itch for me to see that. I can't wait to see an Atlantic crossing someday.

[@AcornToArabella]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@iainmceachran321]

A fine vessel cutting thru the seas in full rig. I always liked seeing sailing ships at sea……not the racing yachts and the like but the ketch rigs, the topsail schooners and full rigged ships. I’m still watching after all these years. Pleasant travels A2A team.

[@AcornToArabella]

Glad you’re here! Happy new year.

[@iainhodge9253]

Finally we have the ‘money shot’ - Arabella under full sail in the sunshine 😊 Makes it all worth the effort. Have a happy new year everyone 🎉

[@rogercurnow180]

Nice footage from the dinghy!

[@turbo13r]

Brilliant fix to the leak. Only someone who had hand built their own boat would have determioned the cause of that leak! Seriously impressive.

[@Jmeaton400]

Great following over the years. Loved the build from pour "lead" to launch. Best wishes to your family.

[@beachplumb]

Wow - You went through Woods Hole with a strong current from behind. Living on the edge! I try to only hit it at slack tide, or with a weak current against. I went through once with probably 3 or 4 knots against because I couldn’t get the engine started, and I didn’t dare try to turn around. But, I was on a good, strong beam reach with steady wind (same tack & heading I’d been on for hours on my way out of Nantucket) and the boat was slowly pushing its way through. I figured I’d sort the motor out when I got into Buzzard’s Bay. Then I start hearing some chatter on the radio about a sailboat aground in Wood’s Hole, so I’m scanning all around and I couldn’t see it. That’s when I realized I was the ONLY sailboat in Woods Hole at the moment - they were talking about me!😅. I radioed that I was doing fine - slow, but fine. The tow boat guy came out and stood by until I got safely out the other end.

[@AcornToArabella]

Ha! What a great story! Thanks for sharing it. What’s kinda hilarious is, given your position, they somehow thought you went aground in plenty of water. 🧐🤣 happy new year! -Anne

[@beachplumb]

@@AcornToArabella When the tow boat operator got close, he said, “Oh…are you actually moving?” (lol)

[@jacou293]

😂😂😂

[@AcornToArabella]

I’ve sailed in conditions like that before! Oh man, also reminds me of my friend Barry, whose rough looking boat when he first got it made someone call the Coast Guard as he came drifting in on just the lightest breath of wind to his dock in Oriental, North Carolina. There was a report of a derelict boat adrift in the channel. Nope! Just sailin slow! -Anne

[@LongnoseRob]

Shee looks good with the new waterline & hull paint update

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks!

[@dennismalcolm6620]

STEVE I CAN ONLY IMAGINE THE THRILL YOU MUST BE FEELING SAILING ⛵️ ANABEL AFTER ALL THAT HARD WORK!!!...FAIR WINDS AND SMOOTH SAILING ⛵️ 😀.

[@jmwww1]

Majestic sailboat Steve and Robin. Proud to wear your Arabella merch. Stay safe and keep on smiling… your enthusiasm inspires me ❤

[@AcornToArabella]

Cheers!

[@bartrupel]

The new waterline is so much better!

[@davidantill6949]

Patagonia here you go!

[@timothyhoyt8215]

Glad you found a great place. Robins smile when talking about writing the check was Priceless! A true happy smile. It was great to see the boat under full sail. It’s just beautiful. If you guys find your selfs on the vineyard give me a heads up and the beers are on me. If you’re here for a few days I have a car you can bower to get around as well and Akiva is welcome to ride along. Happy New year to all. Tim

[@AcornToArabella]

That's so very kind, Tim! We're all set for a car, but do please keep on helping cruisers in your area. I have a lot of kindnesses I'm still paying forward, most of which are still very happy thoughts even on the toughest of days. -Anne

[@colinthompson2462]

Looks So Good!🍻🇨🇦

[@billlippincott3937]

Great to see Arabella in her home waters!!.

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy Friday, Bill!

[@mikepetersen5024]

Nice to see the boat under full sail!

[@sailingarista]

Sails Are your engine too. They are much more expensive than Sunbrella sail covers. UV Damage is real and fast! Please get some, if you need some sewing, I’ve made a few.

[@albertsandberg]

Who needs a drone when you have a Victoria. Nice shots of Arabella!

[@AcornToArabella]

It is wicked fun.

[@timsholl8930]

Thought of you on Friday, Steve and Robin, but mostly of Akiva, as I repaired a gentleman's bicycle that shared your pup's name! I"ve never met someone with that name, and have only before heard it here, the last 5 years or so that I've been following along. My first video was the keel pour, and I've enjoyed every single one since. I've truly enjoyed the journey and the evolution of the channel through all it's iterations (though the original opening song is still the correct one in my opinion ;) Seeing you now sail your dream is truly awesome to watch. Can't wait to follow along on the continuing adventure for another 5 years and beyond!

[@timrobinson1393]

Happy to see you back on the tube! Just a suggestion from someone with a few more years experience. Make a loose plans, and don’t put so much pressure on yourself to produce amazing videos. You do a great job, but I’m not sure they need to be as good as they are to be successful. I know how much work editing can be if you let it. I see other channels do way less, and seem to stay consistent. Can wait to see what you have coming out!

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks for the kind words about our videos. I think that what we do is a reflection of the respect and admiration we have for the people we make them for, and gosh I hope a lot of people read my comment here. As we approach episode 300, we should be pretty darn good at it! -Anne

[@robm.4512]

@@AcornToArabellaBelieve me Anne et-al, your contributions to showcasing the wooden boat community, not just A2A, are absolutely appreciated and yes, your abilities have naturally become honed as time has gone by. Thank you for what you do and the dedication you demonstrate in your obvious love of the subjects, both the boats with the craftsmanship they embody and the people who commit to building and restoring them. Above all, I wish you, everyone involved, the very best for 2024. Sail on, laugh lots, cherish each other, stay safe and just love life for all its trials and treasures. Happy New Year everyone, Cheers, R. 😎👍🍻

[@bruceperry6315]

It is great to see her in full sail.

[@ericcommarato7727]

Love it, Harbor Freight clamp next to a Wetzler…a Kia parked next to a Rolls Royce.

[@AcornToArabella]

¯\_(ツ)_/¯ hahah

[@vincevonheeder5319]

Seeing Arabella under full sail (at 16:25) was truly magnificent! That never gets old.

[@gordoncrain739]

Very happy for the three of you to have a Winter berth you love.

[@FT4Freedom]

We need much more scenes of her sailing.

[@StumpCreekSentinel]

Glad to see that you were able to remedy your leaking deck issue so easily.

[@pagegreer5081]

Those shots of Aribela From Vicky full sale incredible 😮😊

[@sejofgville]

A cool aspect of the electric outboard on the dingy is you can get shots like these with nice ambient sound.

[@AcornToArabella]

True story! Nice observation.

[@gregoryschmidt1233]

Great footage from the tender. Nice to see a 3rd-person POV of the vessel under sail.

[@pparker5113]

Nice line handling out of New Bedford! using lines and springs to get out of tight spaces or with an uncooperative wind and tide is a dying art in the era of the bow thruster. Beautiful sailing shots, glad you found a place to snuggle in for the winter. Sending mum food energy. Happy New Year!

[@lincolngrove2808]

Great sequence from Victoria of your beautiful little ship. Made me smile on a glum day, so thank you for that.

[@AcornToArabella]

It makes our day to know we made your day better. -Anne

[@raybame5816]

Yeah, that waterline looks really good. Whole boat looks good, y'all did a wonderful job building her. You can be really proud of your accomplishment Steve. Of course, congrat's to you and Robin. And a BIG shout out to Anne and Ben for all the time, effort and editing they've put in. Here's hoping the whole lot of you has a Happy & Healthy New Year.

[@AcornToArabella]

Cheers! That's very kind, thank you. Happy New Year!

[@GordonFlatt]

She is beautiful with her sails up!

[@AcornToArabella]

Thank you very much.

[@petejones961]

Love this channel

[@AcornToArabella]

😊that’s so kind! Glad you enjoy what we do!

[@michaellovell9625]

What a journey! From watching the keel being poured, the first timbers being attached to sailing under full sail. Congratulations again. Arabella looked majestic in this video. Happy New Year! Steve ,Robyn and your crews and families ⛵🇺🇸

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy new year to you, too!

[@h2energynow]

incredible video of it out in the ocean sailing, It looks as if it was filmed from the dingy. Wow

[@dennisdownes9319]

Ah....Woods Hole! In the summer, there is usually a Coast Guard patrol boat that sits there as a "Maritime Catcher In The Rye!' A rescue crew for those who fail to respect the dangerous tide and complicated navigation. Well done Arabella! DD

[@giovanni5063]

Damn nice craft you got there. I watched for a long time earlier in the build and to see Arabella now is very satisfying.

[@AcornToArabella]

Welcome back! Thanks for stopping by to see how we're doing. It's nice to hear your perspective.

[@rb6662]

Great location, my wife's family history goes back to Plymouth. Connecticut is so beautiful

[@arnhemseptember2009]

Beautiful to see her sailing!

[@jamesgalbreath343]

Great job on diagnosing that drip! And impressive evidence of the value of old-fashioned pitch, too!

[@AcornToArabella]

Some things just work.

[@cindyfuhs2084]

Steve and Robin, now that’s a beautiful sight! Arabella - and you - completely in your element, under full sail on a sunny day in the gorgeous waters of coastal Massachusetts with friends along for the journey. I am so happy for the two of you! While life continues to throw challenges your way, you continue to navigate them as best you can, which of course is all any of us can do. I think of you and your family often despite the radio silence and look forward to seeing you again when the time is right. Please let your mom know I am sorry to know that her cancer has advanced and that I am pulling for her, and for you. Cindy

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy happy new year! We miss you, Cindy! -Anne

[@moplum]

Beautiful shots of Arabella

[@AcornToArabella]

Thank you!

[@jimwapelhorst3328]

Pretty boat! Proud of you guys!

[@robertspies4695]

Nice to see Woods Hole from the water. Great shots of Aabella underway with full sail.

[@fordfan3179]

Well the best part of living on a sail boat is the ability to just sail to the nice places.

[@AcornToArabella]

‘Tis!

[@fordfan3179]

@@AcornToArabella very cool to see the boat doing what it was built for. Sailing!

[@worldexplorer75]

Nothing like a hot pitching session to strike out those leaks! Skilled use of Victoria to be the chase vehicle for those glamour shots of Arabella.

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy Friday and happy new year, Kevin!

[@tglackin2411]

Great video of Arabella under full sail!

[@rick91443]

Happy Friday, as always...cheers...richard

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy Friday, Richard!

[@petegraham1458]

She looks lovely with a full set on her!

[@colinmorgan7771]

There is not a better sleep than on a ship in calm water and in the rain. beautiful location tranquil . no busy roads

[@ScottSmith-fe6vr]

@15:29 best shot of the entire series. ive been watching since the lead keel pour

[@justingarrison4808]

Looks great Steve and crew!

[@MrJackwork]

Have you ever fallen off the slip because you were looking back at that beautiful boat that you built? Happy New Year!

[@AcornToArabella]

Aw shucks, that’s very kind! Happy new year to you, too.

[@NeilMartin-z7e]

Great to follow and glad you rested in Quissett. Cheers

[@mjsmith1223]

Happy new year to the good skipper and crew of the Arabella. Wishing you fair winds and following seas for 2024.

[@Whiskers132]

I look forward to seeing you using Arabella as a sailing boat with a motor, rather than a motor boat with sails. Doyle have made you some very nice sails. I can not find the words to describe the pleasure I have received by watching this series from the very start. Thank you...

[@AcornToArabella]

That is so very kind of you to take the time to say, thank you! So glad you’re here on the journey with us.

[@rolandtb3]

Nifty water ingress repair. Rustic new location. Great video under full sail.

[@andyubel3995]

Steve, My grandparents lived in West Harwich on a place called "Old Mill Point." Staying on the Cape is a very nice place to be. Enjoy.

[@AcornToArabella]

Neat! It’s fun to share familiar places in a new way.

[@sunlovesailing]

The pitch is cool, much easier for a repair than Sikaflex for sure. I have a house in Wellfleet Cape Cod built in 1767, and the window openings were splined with pitch soaked rags. Beautiful boat you guys, looking forward to watching some adventures.

[@JakobEngl]

Great video

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks!

[@robertiddon9270]

She looks absolutely beautiful under full sail, Hope you all have a Happy and prosperous new year , give your Mum all our Love and best wishes ❤❤❤❤

[@Tom-k7m1j]

I’m aggressively jealous of your journey. You all deserve the absolute best. Love watching your videos.

[@AcornToArabella]

Glad we could bring you along through the videos!

[@davidszulewski7985]

Watched from the beginning of the show..what a beautiful boat!

[@travis650]

We load the fireworks barge during the 4th out the shipyard next to the bridge on fish island, and it is a crazy city loud and busy. Good choice on finding something a little quieter.

[@jimsn9624]

What a beautiful boat!

[@AcornToArabella]

Thank you very much. The first 270 episodes or so are about how she was built! Maybe you’ve already caught them, but I wanted to put this comment here in case you’re new here. Cheers!

[@jimsn9624]

@@AcornToArabella I’ve been here for the whole ride. Two episodes and I got hooked! Looking forward to your future journeys!

[@ryan_mcme]

Happy Friday, 'bella fam! And a very Happy New Year! 🎉🥳🥂

[@AcornToArabella]

Happy happy Friday! And the best new year to you.

[@stevencarpenter8841]

Great video this week! Loved seeing Steve sailing her under full sail. The chase boat shots were super great to see... I guess that little electric motor really can get it moving when needed. Also, super interesting to see the repairs for the small drip. Well done video on that again! Prayers continuing for Steve's Mom and hope that she is improving and somewhat comfortable. Akiva looks great as always perhaps slowing down? Water line looks great as well. Hope you all have a safe New Year's and a peaceful 2024. Blessings!

[@AcornToArabella]

Cheers! Happy Friday to you, friend!

[@chrisfrench8323]

Arabella is beautiful under sail. She looks like she could sail around the world. Happy New Year!

[@certainthings2000]

Great sailing shots of Arabella.

[@hoyks1]

For the pitch, have you looked at a soldering iron or a heat gun to melt the seam without scorching the deck? For the leaking deck beam- Its a temporary fix, unless it works, at which point it will be a permanent fix.

[@joecioe8566]

Enjoyed seeing Arabella under sail while being filmed from Victoria.

[@AcornToArabella]

So glad! Thanks for watching.