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Boat hook and sou'wester in the bow.
30 July 2026 · 3 min · 2K views
What this video covers
Irwin installs storage mounts for a boat hook and a sou'wester hat in the bow of a high-latitude boat.▶ 0:00 He prepares the port and starboard sides of the interior by installing cleats and custom string arrangements to secure the gear. The sou'wester hat serves a dual purpose as protection against both rain and sun.▶ 0:48 The installation process involves using a hammer and screws to mount the hardware directly to the hull structure.▶ 1:34 These modifications aim to keep essential safety and weather gear accessible and organised within the small cabin space.
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