Sven Yrvind · video

What this video covers

Sven Yrvind installs four padeyes inside the cabin of his high-latitude boat to create storage for blankets and sweaters.0:19 He mounts the padeyes to plywood supports, using them as anchor points for lines that secure gear against the hull.0:19 During the construction process, a plywood support piece splits due to poor glue quality, forcing him to fabricate a replacement.0:49 He emphasizes the importance of identifying structural failures during the build phase rather than at sea.1:06 Once the new wood cures, he secures the padeyes and rigs lines to utilize the overhead space.1:58 The installation leaves room for the steering and electrical systems on the adjacent bulkhead.3:00 He notes that the line used for the storage system is a traditional type once employed on square-riggers to secure sails.3:18 Testing components during construction prevents critical failures during offshore passages.

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