Tally Ho's King Planks (& more!) / rebuilding a wooden boat

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EPISODE 130

As Tally Ho's king planks get installed and the covering boards get trimmed and rounded-over, there is a dramatic change as the deck suddenly starts to look like the real thing.
Also in this video; we meet the new shipwright on the team, we get a visit from Pancho the macaw, Leo catches the dreaded virus, and Pete launches his boat.

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EPISODE 130

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MANY THANKS!

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Music;
Da Jazz Blues - Doug Maxwell / Media Right Productions
Calimba - E's Jammy Jams
Neck Pillow - Silent Partner
The Gift - Reed Mathis
Chances - Silent Partner

Making the King Planks (ep130)
wooden boat, classic boat, boatbuilding, shipwright, tally ho, shipbuilding,

[WLORE]

I live in Southern Oregon and remember seeing Tally Ho as a derelict on the hard in Brookings and thinking someone really needs set a match to her. Ok course I had no idea of her special history but she did look to be beyond anyone’s ability to restore. So when quite by chance I came across the first episode of this series, the one where you decided to take on the project I remembered saying to myself what in the world is he thinking, and I started watching just to see how long it would be before you threw in the towel. (My guess was three episodes) I am still watching but now I am saving up to purchase the beautiful coffee table book that I hope someone is creating that will be full of glossy full page photos that capture the beautiful lines of Tally Ho and that document the uncompromising craftsmanship that created her. Congratulations Leo to you and all your crew she is turning into a real beauty.

[ronpurcell]

This video is therapy, the deck gives me peace vibes. Clifton seems to be a great compliment to the crew. Thanks to all and glad your feeling better Leo.

[stevejones]

A traditionally laid deck with it's symmetry is such a beautiful thing. Must be so satisfying working with those big planks of teak

[tomoakhill]

Jun 15, 2017 Leo posted the _first_ video in this series. Leo has actually been incredibly consistent, with one video posted every two weeks. This is video 130, or the fifth anniversary video. Leo is only 2 videos late, that is amazing. I do not know how Leo can build a boat, manage a crew, manage the boat project, cope with petty local politics, and still post an amazing video ever fortnight.

[ciberbri]

I used to go to church when I needed help feeling hopeful about humanity. Now I just watch an episode of Sampson Boat Co. Thanks to the whole crew and it's able captain.

[tylerbarrett]

Shipwrights might actually be described more accurately as wood sculptors... and you guys are sculpting a masterpiece... a real work of art.

[derekcraig]

I love how comfy Pete is in front of the camera these days!

[shawnbaxter]

There are not enough good adjectives to describe how unparalleled this series (adventure) is! Cheers all!

[endangeredmarmot]

Tally Ho isn't just a boat, she's a work of art. The care you and the crew take in this job are resulting in a true showcase of the beauty of wooden boatbuilding.

[ferdinandc.ashley]

Favorite part of these videos is that they encouraged me to start performing wood work that I thought was beyond my skills and tools. I started on small projects that would not leave the basement, then I started fixing wood shelves and furniture. Moved to fixing centerboards, rudders, and tillers for a kids sailing program. Now I'm rebuilding the cockpit of a small pilothouse power boat (old waterman's boat, fiberglass hull and pilothouse, wood finishings inside), and keeping what ever teak was in good condition but tabbing in new parts to finish them correctly.

Thank you to the regulars on this video series as well as the many professional and volunteers that have come through this project. The crafting of these video's has allowed me to develop some new skills I'll use to help kids sailing programs and maintain my own wood projects.

Now if only I could handle a wood handle saw and chisel as cleanly the way Leo does. I always have to leave some wood to sand down to the proper fit because I can never chisel it to that size in an acceptable manner. The skills on display here by everyone never ceases to amaze me.

[crustycurmudgeon]

Looking back at the old B&W photos of Tally-Ho!, you can't see the true elegance of the yacht, other than her sleek and elegant lines. Seeing that deck come together-- the sweet symmetry and contrast of different woods making up the king plank(s) and covering boards next to the lighter deck planks just stuns the eyes and pleases the senses. New guy is quirky (but then, all of you are!), I like him! He certainly knew his stuff-- all that matters. Lovin' that deck!

[billparrish]

Nice to see our girl Pancho making an appearance, brightening up the shop with her beautiful plumage and comedic antics!

[deeparks]

That decking is beyond outstanding! This old Joiner was thinking "those center King planks are fit too tight!" But you pulled if off beautifully Leo, to my eye the final fitting/installation of the boards was done perfectly. Glad you're recovering from the Big Cov.

Welcome Clifton! Nice work on the covering boards sir.

Pete; What a magnificent sail craft you have - can't wait to see her fitted out and cutting through the sea.

[ElleKendra]

There are no words. This really isn’t boat restoring, or even boat building. This is artistry. Leo, for the beauty and precision of her, I think Tally Ho would stand up to just about any boat ever built.

[Gyppor]

The front part of the deck with the king planks and the border looks incredible. Wow!

[scottthomas]

The deck is a thing of beauty.
You guys are amazing craftsmen!!!!
Pete’s boat is really beautiful!!!! I am totally jealous. Happy sailing Pete.

[Dreigned]

Glad you're better Leo. Congrats on the boat Pete. The "new guy" is great. Keep up the good work!

[anthonyrondolino]

Such beautiful craftsmanship. The whole time I keep thinking about the dilapidated wreck Leo started with and, with his team, he has resurrected from certain death. It is simply an amazing story and inspirational to watch.

[ianlane]

This is not so much boat building, more like cabinet making of the highest order. Well done folks👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[aaronpreston]

I really wish this episode didn’t end, it was just so fulfilling right up to the end. Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship!