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Ready for Masts and Sails.

August 30, 2026 · 4 min · 8K views

What this video covers

Sven Yrvind prepares his small boat for launch after nearly two years of construction in his workshop.0:02 He calculates the current weight of the vessel at approximately 850 kilograms, noting an increase from the 550 kilograms recorded on September 20.1:05 This weight includes the hull, wheels, fenders, and provisions.1:35 He plans to move the boat through the workshop door on July 7 to install the mast and booms.2:01 The process involves rigging the halyards and sheets to test the sail plan for the first time.3:59 He intends to keep the wheels attached to the hull for potential land transport or emergency deployment.1:17 The vessel has remained under construction in the workshop since September 2022.3:29

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