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Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom· May 2026

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EP13 Fastnet update | Interior layout: Building the schooner MALABAR IVMalabar IV needs a buyer within a month to meet the 2027 Fastnet Race deadline at £650,000.May 25, 2026 · Mawnan Smith, United Kingdom

PublishedMay 25, 2026

Duration26:19

Views31K

LocationMawnan Smith, United Kingdom

EP12 fitting planks: Building the schooner Malabar IVSteam-bending planks onto the schooner Malabar IV, from dry test-fit to clamping at the sternpost.Feb 25, 2026

PublishedFeb 25, 2026

Duration13:27

Views6K

EP11 shaping planks: : Building the schooner Malabar IVSpiling and bevel-offset layout for a hull plank on the wooden schooner Malabar IV.Jan 27, 2026

PublishedJan 27, 2026

Duration13:58

Views13K

EP10 Steaming and fitting Green Oak frames: Building the schooner Malabar IVSteam-bending green oak frames into the schooner Malabar IV requires relief cuts and precise timing to prevent breakage.Jan 4, 2026

PublishedJan 4, 2026

Duration20:23

Views7K

EP09 Positioning laminated floors and frames, summer recap #3: Building the schooner Malabar IVThe final laminated floor under Malabar IV's main mast step is bolted and bedded with bitumen.Dec 14, 2025 · Cornwall, United Kingdom

PublishedDec 14, 2025

Duration19:11

Views8K

LocationCornwall, United Kingdom

EP08 Making laminated frames, last timber floor, summer recap #2: Building the schooner Malabar IVMalabar IV's laminated oak frames are glued with resorcinol and aligned using a laser level.Dec 2, 2025

PublishedDec 2, 2025

Duration21:18

Views7K

EP07 Building the schooner Malabar IV | Summer recap #1The Malabar IV restoration progresses with frame installation using laser alignment and bronze drifts for hull security.Nov 25, 2025

PublishedNov 25, 2025

Duration16:56

Views8K

EP06 Transom build and pairing the frames: Building the schooner Malabar IVSam, from a Dutch furniture-making college, hand-fabricates bronze bolts for the Malabar IV centreline structure.Jun 28, 2025

PublishedJun 28, 2025

Duration22:16

Views9K

EP05 keel casting update: Building the schooner Malabar IVEmily Harris plans to cast a lead keel for the schooner Malabar IV to avoid galvanic corrosion.Jun 2, 2025

PublishedJun 2, 2025

Duration7:24

Views6K

Building the schooner MALABAR IV: Shaping the centreline EP04Ben uses an adze to shape the keel and rabbet of the schooner MALABAR IV.May 20, 2025

PublishedMay 20, 2025

Duration9:41

Views7K

Building the schooner MALABAR IV: Cutting out and bevelling frames EP03Fabricating S-curve oak frames for the schooner MALABAR IV requires joining two futtocks with a structural doubler.Apr 12, 2025 · Truro, United Kingdom

PublishedApr 12, 2025

Duration12:49

Views14K

LocationTruro, United Kingdom

Stowboating (fishing) on Essex sailing smack MARIAMaria, an 1866 Essex smack, revives stowboating with a 23-foot net fished at anchor on the tide.Mar 22, 2025 · St Osyth, United Kingdom

PublishedMar 22, 2025

Duration20:35

Views7K

LocationSt Osyth, United Kingdom

EP.02 Building the schooner MALABAR IV: Iron or lead ballast keel material?Ben builds the foundry pattern for Malabar IV's cast iron ballast keel to John Alden's original specs.Mar 9, 2025

PublishedMar 9, 2025

Duration9:26

Views10K

Sailing In Company: Three gaff cutter yachtsTwo Ed Burnett 109 gaff cutters sail in company on the Carrick Roads for the first time.Feb 5, 2025 · Mylor Bridge, United Kingdom

PublishedFeb 5, 2025

Duration11:13

Views19K

LocationMylor Bridge, United Kingdom

Building the schooner MALABAR IV: Lofting begins – a call to arms Ep01A UK boatbuilder begins lofting Malabar IV, targeting the 2027 Fastnet Race with a John Alden schooner design.Jan 11, 2025

PublishedJan 11, 2025

Duration19:03

Views30K

This Woman's Work - A portrait film of traditional boatbuilder Holly Latham (Full Version)Sep 9, 2024

PublishedSep 9, 2024

Duration7:26

Views1K

The Hatching [of two duckling dinghies]Two Fairey Marine Ltd. Duckling dinghies named Swallow and Amazon are launched and sailed for the first time.Aug 2, 2024

PublishedAug 2, 2024

Duration8:27

Views371

In conversation with Sir Robin Knox-Johnston Part 3Sir Robin Knox-Johnston discusses the evolution of solo racing, safety regulations, and the necessity of personal autonomy.Aug 1, 2024

PublishedAug 1, 2024

Duration6:44

Views687

Huff of Arklow - Uffa Fox-designed yacht featuring a fin and skeg, stepped sheerlineUffa Fox's sole Flying 30, Huff of Arklow, relaunched after full structural restoration with 8,000 copper nails.Jul 29, 2024

PublishedJul 29, 2024

Duration16:41

Views2K

In conversation with Sir Robin Knox-Johnston Part 2Sir Robin Knox-Johnston analyzes the causes of frequent dismastings and rollovers in modern small-boat ocean racing.Jul 26, 2024

PublishedJul 26, 2024

Duration12:38

Views2K

In Conversation With Sir Robin Knox-Johnston Part 1Mar 23, 2021

PublishedMar 23, 2021

Duration10:48

Views2K

Making wooden surfboardsOct 12, 2018

PublishedOct 12, 2018

Duration2:53

Views2K

Pilot Whales from on board Bessie EllenAug 10, 2018

PublishedAug 10, 2018

Duration1:52

Views1K

Learn to navigate on board tall ship Bessie EllenJul 10, 2018

PublishedJul 10, 2018

Duration1:28

Views2K

Landfall aboard Bessie EllenJun 10, 2018

PublishedJun 10, 2018

Duration1:53

Views2K

Days at sea on board Bessie EllenMay 10, 2018

PublishedMay 10, 2018

Duration1:57

Views1K

Working a tall ship – sailing on Bessie EllenApr 10, 2018

PublishedApr 10, 2018

Duration0:55

Views3K

Sights and sounds on board Bessie EllenMar 10, 2018

PublishedMar 10, 2018

Duration1:32

Views1K

Classic schooner VIVEKA ocean cruisingFeb 14, 2018

PublishedFeb 14, 2018

Duration2:17

Views5K

Night watch on board Bessie EllenFeb 2, 2018

PublishedFeb 2, 2018

Duration1:57

Views1K

A vintage superyacht – Orion of the SeasJan 28, 2018

PublishedJan 28, 2018

Duration2:35

Views14K

Servicing or reconditioning a seacock How-toJan 25, 2018

PublishedJan 25, 2018

Duration2:22

Views31K

Reconditioning a tingle on a wooden boatJan 16, 2018

PublishedJan 16, 2018

Duration2:06

Views4K

How to Spline a wooden boat – Boat Building SessionsNov 10, 2017

PublishedNov 10, 2017

Duration2:31

Views9K

Kim Hartley on POLLY AGATHA classic boat – CLASSIC YACHT TVThe 40-foot gaff-rigged cutter POLLY AGATHA features grown oak frames and bronze-fastened hull construction.Aug 31, 2017

PublishedAug 31, 2017

Duration4:01

Views28K

Ultimate classic racer-cruiser yacht for saleAug 17, 2017

PublishedAug 17, 2017

Duration5:18

Views311K

How to use a router – Boat Building SessionsSet the router bit depth against a scrap piece of wood to ensure accurate cutting results.Jul 27, 2017

PublishedJul 27, 2017

Duration1:24

Views4K

How to hang a hinge – Boat Building SessionsUse a marking gauge and mallet to cut precise hinge recesses into timber for flush door mounting.Jul 27, 2017

PublishedJul 27, 2017

Duration2:37

Views2K

How to apply pitch – Boat Building SessionsHeating Geoffrey's marine glue to 200 degrees allows for rapid pouring into structural gaps in counter sterns.Jul 27, 2017

PublishedJul 27, 2017

Duration1:13

Views8K

Rosemary III – CLASSIC YACHT TVMay 10, 2017

PublishedMay 10, 2017

Duration3:46

Views90K

Javelin – CLASSIC YACHT FOR SALEMay 10, 2017

PublishedMay 10, 2017

Duration2:36

Views117K

On board schooner Adix during the Antigua Classic regatta 2017Apr 27, 2017

PublishedApr 27, 2017

Duration0:42

Views4K

Wood Planes (a guide) – Boat Building SessionsJan 25, 2017

PublishedJan 25, 2017

Duration2:01

Views4K

Making Cockpit Seats – Boat Building SessionsJan 25, 2017

PublishedJan 25, 2017

Duration2:27

Views8K

Burning off a wooden hull – Boat Building SessionsJan 25, 2017

PublishedJan 25, 2017

Duration2:11

Views3K

Sharpening chisels – Boat Building SessionsDec 6, 2016

PublishedDec 6, 2016

Duration4:04

Views3K

Varnishing (the basics) – Boat Building SessionsDec 6, 2016

PublishedDec 6, 2016

Duration3:03

Views44K

The Coastal ExplorerNov 3, 2016

PublishedNov 3, 2016

Duration5:01

Views2K

Charter the Crab Boat – The Coastal Exploration CompanyNov 3, 2016

PublishedNov 3, 2016

Duration0:58

Views1K

Charter 'Salford' the Whelk Boat – The Coastal Exploration CompanyNov 3, 2016

PublishedNov 3, 2016

Duration1:01

Views2K

Manitou - CLASSIC YACHT TV FEATURED BOAT FOR SALEThe 62-foot Sparkman and Stephens yawl Manitou served as a presidential yacht for John F. Kennedy.Nov 3, 2016

PublishedNov 3, 2016

Duration4:33

Views9K

Graving pieces; repairing planks – Boat Building SessionsNov 2, 2016

PublishedNov 2, 2016

Duration2:38

Views9K

Elena at Cannes 2016Oct 27, 2016

PublishedOct 27, 2016

Duration0:48

Views2K

Sailing Cornubia a Bristol Channel PILOT CUTTEROct 27, 2016

PublishedOct 27, 2016

Duration8:46

Views140K

Racing with the competition: Onboard Chinook TRAILERMay 29, 2015

PublishedMay 29, 2015

Duration1:30

Views2K

Cooking Onboard II - Orange and Almond Baked Under SailMay 7, 2015

PublishedMay 7, 2015

Duration11:42

Views549

Too Many BowspritsApr 30, 2015

PublishedApr 30, 2015

Duration0:47

Views2K

Sailing the schooner MarietteMar 9, 2015

PublishedMar 9, 2015

Duration8:58

Views10K

Huff of Arklow Trailer – CLASSIC YACHT TV #Sailingvideos #ClassicBoatsDec 3, 2014

PublishedDec 3, 2014

Duration1:26

Views1K

James Dodds: Shaped by the Sea -- Part 2 CLASSIC YACHT TVJul 22, 2014

PublishedJul 22, 2014

Duration6:14

Views3K

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