Acorn To Arabellavidéo
Upgrading the Rudder and Another Trek To The Cliff
14 août 2026 · 26 min · France Way, Newfoundland
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
Steve modifies the tiller assembly on the 38-ft schooner Arabella to prevent the tiller from dropping and rubbing against the cockpit hardware.0:37 After the original bronze adjustment screw failed, he constructs new wooden cheeks from black locust and live oak to hold the tiller at a fixed height.8:36 He glues the assembly with Thixo Flex, beds the sides with TotalBoat sealant, and secures the structure with through-bolts and square rivets.10:13 The modification allows the tiller to remain elevated, clearing the mushroom vent and cleats while remaining removable for maintenance.14:36
Separately, the crew hikes to a remote climbing area in Newfoundland to establish new rock climbing routes. High water levels force them to find an alternative river crossing before they reach their base camp.15:17 They test potential bolt placements on a multi-pitch route, using top-rope practice to verify the safety and line of the climb.19:12 The crew plans to return with supplies to finish equipping the route before departing Newfoundland for the United States.23:45 They intend to winter the boat in the Savannah or Charleston area to accommodate their aging dog, Akiva.25:04
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