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Join us inside the Dragon's Lair: 11 Dragons and a handful of fast cars
27 January 2026 · 15 min · 2K views
What this video covers
A private workshop in Son, Norway, houses a collection of 11 restored Dragon-class sailboats, a JOD 70, and several classic automobiles.▶ 0:51 The facility serves as a hub for the local Dragon fleet, which has grown from two inactive boats to 13 active vessels through a systematic acquisition and restoration programme. Key boats in the collection include the 1962 Børresen-built Dragon Dream, which underwent a full restoration involving milling and re-gluing hull planks, and Nini Roald, a 2014 build.▶ 3:28 The workshop provides space for maintenance, including fibreglass repairs, bottom paint application, and structural work on damaged hulls like Miss W.▶ 7:00 The owner emphasises the importance of proper wood boat maintenance, specifically warning against covering rot with fibreglass or epoxy, and plans to host technical workshops on these topics.▶ 11:59 The facility also stores classic vehicles, including a Daimler Double Six and two Morgan prototypes, reflecting the owner's long-term commitment to preserving both classic sailing and automotive heritage.▶ 8:10
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