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Planning padeyes for lifting and more yellow
February 8, 2026 · 11 min · 4K views · Sweden
What this video covers
Sven Yrvind is constructing a small, high-latitude sailboat designed for a 14,000-kilometer voyage from South Africa and Australia to New Zealand.0:16 The build focuses on structural integrity and safety, specifically regarding the installation of padeyes for lifting the vessel. Yrvind identifies the boat's center of gravity by observing its resting position on a rectangular section, noting that the hull makes contact at the stern rather than the bow.2:51 He reinforces the hull structure with webbing to accommodate the stress of lifting, aiming to facilitate rapid haul-outs.3:20 The exterior hull is currently undergoing a multi-layer painting process, utilizing yellow and blue paint.2:14 Yrvind prioritizes functional safety and structural reinforcement over aesthetic finishes, dismissing the need for cosmetic perfection.3:59 The vessel remains in a state of assembly, with further weight distribution adjustments expected as batteries and provisions are added.7:11
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