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1880 Leathers 21 Rowboat "Barbashela" Back To The Sea Trials 17 Oct 16
20 October 2016 · 1 min · 331 views
What this video covers
Kent Blair conducts sea trials for the Barbashela, an 1880 Leathers 21 rowboat, following an extensive restoration period.Watch The vessel returns to the water for the first time in several years to test buoyancy and handling characteristics.0:04 During the initial rowing session, the boat is launched from a beach and maneuvered in shallow water to observe the waterline and general stability.0:08 The testing process involves short rowing intervals to assess the structural integrity and performance of the antique hull. The trial confirms the boat remains seaworthy after its long period of inactivity.
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