Sven Yrvind · video

What this video covers

Sven Yrvind installs three yards on the mast of his boat, the Exlex, to support the sail plan.0:08 He begins by lashing the first yard to the mast, noting that the initial tension is loose and requires adjustment later.0:37 Upon inspecting the second yard, he determines the construction is too heavy and cumbersome for his requirements.1:11 He uses two saw blades to cut down the timber, opting to rebuild the component to be more compact and solid.1:27 After refining the shape of the second yard with a grinder, he finds the process more efficient than the first attempt.1:39 He plans to complete the third yard after a meal break.2:41 The project focuses on structural strength and weight reduction for the rig.

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