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A Visit from Tom Cunliffe.
August 6, 2026 · 3 min · 3K views
What this video covers
Sven Yrvind hosts Tom Cunliffe to discuss the design and construction of his small, custom-built sailboat.0:06 Cunliffe highlights the vessel's structural integrity, specifically noting the watertight bulkheads and the secure, bolted-down hatches designed to withstand inversion.1:06 The boat features a unique, custom-built carbon fiber rig that Yrvind sourced at no cost.1:25 Inside the cabin, Yrvind has installed straps on the bunks to secure himself during potential rollovers at sea.0:44 Cunliffe contrasts Yrvind’s practical, proven experience in extreme conditions with the theoretical approach of conventional sailors.1:32 The conversation centers on the necessity of building for the reality of the ocean rather than adhering to traditional gaff-rigged standards. Cunliffe expresses confidence in the boat's capability for Yrvind's planned voyage to Cape Horn.2:12
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