Episodes 1 to 200 are documenting proof of the low-profile genius Leo is. Builder, businessperson, vlogger, sailor... it's all there. Kudos to you Leo for the very entertaining journey. 😎
more skill and ability to multitask, being able to make these videos and be a sailor AND a carpenter and a planner. it honestly would SHOCK me that he did NOT do this project in hindsight
In my younger years I pursued many activities, unfortunately sailing wasn’t one of them. Now I am 81 I am continually frustrated by the restrictions placed on me by several chronic health issues and a problem with mobility. Following Leo and his team over the last few years has given me a lot of pleasure. Seeing your latest picture of Tally Ho under full sail, that you put on Instagram, with the sun peaking over the topmast, I immediately copied it, to used it as wallpaper on my desktop. I now have a feeling of vicarious freedom and joy every time I turn on the computer. Thankyou Team Keep making those fantastic videos.
I'm 80. So far I'm good. No issues..... but waiting. Still sailing and riding a sportbike but know it's coming to an end. Loved the shots with the topsail up.
I guess 80 plus is the magic number here. I'm 89 and mobility is also becoming an issue. I missed all these more complicated sailing problems in that all of my sailing happened on a Sunfish in amateur competition. I've found Talley Ho watching to be a perfect way to vicariously enjoy these more leisurely days. Thanks Leo and crew.
I'm sure that if there is an afterlife, Albert Strange is looking down upon you and saying "That's ma boy..." You have done the impossible, and long may you reap the rewards for your teanacity. Your crew are just exceptional- you reccreated this boat from the keel up and just made it even better. As an ex RN rating I wish you well and hopefully if you come to UK and Albert Dock I will be lucky enough to meet you. I'm disabled now, but I have fond memories of sailing in Plymouth Sound. and later from Anglesy to the IOM when I did my Yauchmaster. You represent the epitome of British and American engineering and friendship.
Congratulations Leo, you have achieved 3 treasures: a) Tally Ho itself; b) The series of videos, starting from scratch raising the boat and changing the keel by yourself, and 200 episodes (and 7 years) later, sailing with all sails up among the whales; c) the community that made it possible. Keep it going
34:33 What a masterpiece and new recreation of a classic piece of history. Your craftsmanship and Tenacity has rewarded you with a true work of art. Leo you have amazed me in every video !!💠🍍🌊🐋🐬🐳🛟⚓️. Fair Winds-Following Seas
The reappearance of humpback whales on the BC coast over the past 40 years has to be one of those great ecological success stories. A super rare event to see them 40 years ago, and now we see them almost every time we go sailing near Vancouver.
While I have provided some financial support, I haven't turned a screw or caulked a seam. Why does watching Tally Ho under full sail, surrounded by Humpbacks fill me with such a feeling of pride and joy?
@johnwade1763 - Why John? Because you played an integral part in it coming to fruition. Aside from the incredible craftsmanship "money" is an essential component of Tally Ho, being re-born... - to ALL who contributed "in their own ways" thank you, for the joy you have given this old (ex Royal Navy) man over the years of watching.
@@ruperts23 I kind of feel the same. I feel like I have a stake in this thing...beyond being a mere observer. Very strange feeling and a new experience for me.
i helped out with send Leo some of the things that he wanted from his Amazon Wish List each year , that he was rebuilding Tally Ho. It was so Wonderful to see that Leo and his talented crew - friends and followers helped to make his Dream come true ! I would like to know just HOW Leo woke up one day... and thought that he would fly 1/2 the way around the World - buy a beat up sail boat for $1 dollar ... and some how do a few million dollars worth of work on it by finding people that he never knew - to help him with money - materials - tools - a home - a complete work shop - food and a lot of good wishes and love from people all over the World cheering him on - all from people he doesn't even know ! I hope that King Charles honour's Leo with Knighthood
I'm not sure that's full sail. If I've understood correctly she also has a bigger topsail, with a yard, and an auxiliary mast, so two spars on the sail. That takes significantly more effort to raise, and she was making 7 knots with the canvas she has set, fairly close to her optimum speed, so probably did not justify the effort to fly that one.
@@adeeponionbrahlooks to be Strait of Georgia. I believe the shot just after the top sail was hoisted, with the ship in the background, was looking east towards the Sunshine Coast.
People use the word awesome far too much, watching Tally Ho under full sail was awesome, what a magnificent achievement yourself and many others have achieved. I take my hat off to to all of you.
Exceptional storytelling, Leo. It's just magical watching Tally Ho under sail. I spent 33 years driving submarines (no barefooted sailors there), and watching your stories connects me to those memories... the watch rotation, the daily routines, the sensations of being at sea... Keep telling your story. Us old sailors need it to remind us what we once were.
Leo, it’s difficult to put into words the exhilaration I feel (and my wife, who lived in Seattle for several years as does my daughter now) watching the Tally Ho sail. Words can’t express how amazing we feel at the success of your voyage. Cheers, my friend, and may every day bring you joy.
Tally Ho is a beautiful yacht. Everything about her is truly unique and the craftsmen who rebuilt her are masters of their trades. Congratulations and enjoy .
This series has kept me company through my happy life, a failed marriage, and then my recover afterwards. Thank you all so much for what you do, I am and will always be a happy Patreon sub
The inside of the boat gives the impression of being a cosy, comfortable and secure space. So beautifully put together, functional yet elegant at the same time. I love it! A great tribute to the skill and dedication of Leo and his team of skilled workers. And I particularly loved that segment where Nick produced the bench. Just a gorgeous piece of woodwork. Such skill on display!
I'm jumping in from episode 88. I only recently found Leo and Tally Ho and have been binging madly through the episodes. From the distance of Australia what has struck me is a much more realistic and personal appreciation of Americans, their generosity and willingness to help without hesitation. This is in stark contrast to what we see and hear via the news channels that only present the dark sides of life. This channel is a fantastic affirmation of humanity, of course as sailors we know that once on board, everyone has work together! Well done Leo and all who sail Tally Ho.
Shoutout about the snack bench. During my 7 patrols out of Holy Loch Scotland on board a US ballistic missile submarine we had something similar. Working in the missile control room which had a combination lock on its one and only door, we were put in charge with storing and giving out the cookie tin bins. They contained various cookies and were highly prized. During the 90 days out at sea, We stored them in several empty equipment bays. Since there were 140 crew members, we probably had 280 tins. It was up to the individual sailor when he would get his tins. We kept tract and no one got any more than 2. Enjoy your chest of treats!
I sailed a Thresher class Fast Attack and both seat lockers at one table in the cewsmess was nothing but "goodies" available all tbe time. We got a new"pork chop" from a DD. He thought the Storekeeper was pulling his leg when ordering the underway snacks and denied them. A week out to sea the Captain was PO'd when he saw the lockers were empty. Chewed him out in front of the crew!
I sailed on the brigantine Playfair out of Toronto in the 70s when I was fifteen. We sailed all around The Great Lakes. Entering Lake Huron we quickly realized that it was really more of a freshwater inland sea. The waves were monsters. Great fun pulling one terrified and frozen crewman from the yardarm. Movement is greatly exaggerated up there. The First Mate sent myself and two other delinquents up there to get him down because we were the only ones not puking (we had the cure). This poor guy was throwing up bad. Some of it landed in the lake and some of it landed on the deck. He had been gobbling hot dog weiners but not chewing much. I only know because of the gross yet comical sight of little bits of hot dog rolling back and forth across the mid-ship deck. Like some tiny, harmless, loose cannons. I remember the entire trip very well but that image is the lone memory I have of what we must have been eating. I always felt bad for that boy. I imagine he had a nasty father who wanted to toughen him up. He simply did not belong on that boat.
After 200 episodes this one feels like the giant reward that is well deserved. I don't want to say this was what it was all about, but it certainly is a delightful chapter of this great adverture!
Leo has this natural authority and leadership that is so rare! Striving for perfection, yet able to let things go a bit if the issue isn’t pressing, full understanding of any situation and able to come up with a solution, often by involving other subject matter experts, leading by example and demanding, but never overdoing it, working hard and partying hard as well. It’s no miracle the project got done the way it was, and with this beautiful boat and cheerful people. It couldn’t have been done without HIM - but he’s also modest enough to always mention everyone who pitched in, working for the project, donating or otherwise supporting. This whole series should be watched by future top level managers. THIS is how you LEAD, and this is how younger stuff done RIGHT! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
@MajorWolf72, I was thinking the exact same thing. Strive for perfection and even if you fall a bit short, far better than settling for "Good Enough." He engages his crew and subject matter experts superbly. It is not surprising at all that every function is working near perfectly. It is not luck, it is complete planning and exceptional execution of the plan.
Most managers in my experience forget/ignore one of the MOST important aspects of management: assign the tasks and trust your people and their skills! They were hired for a reason! Leo could definitely teach a master class in that aspect of "management"!
@@thomasbraeking6225 Fully agree, this is what I found to be lacking when I spent 3 years in the U.S. Army as an exchange Officer: The huge potential of the individual is ignored, rather suppressed in favor of standing operating procedures and direct orders. Whatever expertise or creativity in problem solving there was, was annihilated. And in this project here you can clearly see that the parts are bigger than the whole, as everyone knows something and is able to improve the process as a whole time and again. What goes for the Army goes for pretty much ever company once it has more than, say, 25,000 employees: The management starts to over control in a desire to press through with their own vision. And it’s not that this vision is proven to be any good, it’s a narcissist element usually coming into play: „I was hired to do this job, and by God I will! So step aside, subject matter experts, here comes the master of no trade!“ Even at the CEO level of major global player you can see this, absolutely obvious to the external observer. You can basically place bets on when this guy (yes, usually a man still these days) is going to leave and leave the company in ruins, while pocketing an 8 figure bonus an salary. Nuts, just nuts. And it has been going on like this for decades, and it will go on for decades, by the looks of it. And that’s why, especially to someone with a background in management at the intermediate level, THIS project is so heart warming and such a great example: A „CEO“ who knows his stuff, has a clear vision, but also goes with the flow, assembles an ever changing crew of experts for parts of the project and puts their knowledge to the best use, until a point is reached where both parties agree that the work is done and further involvement wouldn’t benefit either side. I‘m not saying it’s always been smooth sailing in those last 7 years, we don’t see behind the scenes, and humans are humans and are bound to clash every now and then. But what we see is a result and a process that led to it, and it’s nothing short of amazing!
I'm sure he isn't "managing" as a manager. the word "manager" got a heavy load during the last decades - no need to explain here. I would say the man has heart, but I take it that that is also an aspect of what you mean. btw everybody has heart but some let it shine forth more than others in some periods of life
Superb boat tour Leo and team. Made all the more special knowing how much hard work and passion has gone into making Tally Ho the beautiful vessel she is today. What a joy to see this all come together at sea! God bless you and all who sail with you. Chris 👍
The beautiful shots from the air triggered my brain to consider the balance between the labor to restore and maintain the boat and the resulting pleasure of sailing her. It dawned on me that it's like a bank. Working on the boat is building a fund. Sailing her is withdrawing from that resource. In any case, thanks so much for bringing me along on both journeys.
there is just no way to be mad at any of these people or what theyre doing. Tally ho just looks like a fantastic thing to have worked on or space to inhabit. I have never been sailing but your videos make me really want to one day.
Growing up with the legacy of Bluenose, I love the image of gaff rig and all the sails flying on Tally Ho. I can appreciate the efforts of the crew to hoist sails, even when Patrick starts the engine. Beautiful ship, Leo and Crew, 😉👍
i liked this video more than the regular trip video's, just as someone that never has sailed its so good to see what I'm missing. Just the regular every day stuff
For the table leaf, two sliding boards strapped under the table, with holes in the end to accept pins on the underside of the leaf. The sliders would have stops at full travel both ways, and the leaf should have a tab on the center of the underside at the table end. Extend the sliders, place the tab end of the leaf against the table atop the sliders and lower the pins into the holes. The pins only need to stick out as far as the thickness of the leaf tab, so stowage shouldn't be affected... And, 'The whipping shall continue until morale improves!'... 👍😁
Hats off to the skipper na round of rum for the crew sir you all deserve it but leo even more 3 cheers for the matter of tally ho LEO YOUVE DONE IT LAD I'm so glad for you
How wonderfull is that bench sequence? Seriously? it made me instantly happy, good music, nice sync...You are geting really god at this Leo. I m getting back at it, yes it wasnt over, I had to comment it Good wind to you guys
The tour is wonderful but for some reason, I was not ready for the mind bending beauty of seeing her top sail deployed. The way she cuts through the water is........chefs kiss, amazing.
It says so much to me that when underway and under sail, below deck on Tally Ho doesn’t sound like fifty old wardrobes are being opened and closed repeatedly. Creaks and groans are natural for a living, moving vessel, but she has clearly been assembled with extraordinary care.
About bare feet on a boat. In my youth I worked as a deckhand on a crayfishing boat at the Abrolhos Islands off the coast of Western Australia. I always worked barefoot, even when the weather was really cold. The sea water was always warm and constantly washed over my feet. My feet knew where every obstacle lay and they even picked up and threw overboard sundry pointy shells that came up in the pots. Bare feet are definitely the go on a boat. Tally Ho is just gorgeous by the by. Very well done everyone.
I still can't get over this whole trip. from disassembly of the original to times now sailing. What a fun, not strange tip this has been. Leo, do you ever have to just pinch yourself and ask if this time has really, finally come? I couldn't be happier for the lot of you.
Good afternoon Edit: Wow I've always love the look of a gaff rig Tally Ho looks so majestic with the topsail flying and too cool to see the whales breach thanks for the tour and taking us along on your adventure
Damn she looks good under full sail. The canvas colour was an amazing choice as well. Kudos to you Leo for surrounding yourself with such artisans and ending up with such a gorgeous boat. Love that Canada is getting to host her shakedown, I look forward to seeing what more adventures you get up to.
13,094th tag-along 'phantom shipmate' view Out On The Ocean... here we go. 14:52 - so like that in lighter wind you didn't default to starting the engine, but rather tell yer mates "...it's time to hoist another sail!" Good onya, Skippah! 17:22 - and so... 17:49 - "BOOM!" segment - what a sight! Cheers Leo & Crew.
Looking fabulous Leo! Really amazing to see the Oceanchef XL induction cooker in action and to hear you've been using it so often. We're very glad to hear it's keeping you all so well fed. All the best, the GN Espace team.
I think if I spent years painstakingly making a deck by hand using my small supply of teak wood I wouldn't stomp around on it wearing shoes either, lol.
Majestic! You all really pulled me into the presence. You could cut the vibe with a knife when you were all sharing thoughts on being barefoot. An air of peace throughout the crew. Perfect! And well-earned.
The astonishing thing about this in on top of marvelling at Leo's brilliance and dogged tenacity, is that it really showcases the power of TH-cam. I've always been aware that TH-camrs build followings and can live nice lifestyles with cars and clothes and so on. But an entire ship was built by the goodwill and the genorosity in money, facilities, time and skill of a community that was built out of thin air. It boggles the mind. I'm sure someone has a spreadsheet somewhere, I don't, but I can't imagine this ship didn't cost approaching a couple of million dollars to build and now to operate. I'm including people's donated time, tools, space etc on top of everything that had to be bought or custom built. I find it uplifiting. One thing I do hope that Tally Ho will do is reach out to each person who donated and each person who volunteered over the last 8 years and invite them, if not for a ride, then at least for a tour onboard. It could be done over a series of days spread over a couple of seasons. I think they''d appreciate it.
When i found this series I binged a couple years of incredible work in a week to catch up - some of the best stuff i've ever seen on the idiot box and the commitment to extremely high quality/taste/keeping true to the original was incredible. Leo is a special guy and the quality of the people he inspired to get involved is testament. This series will be watched for decades by anyome lucky enough to stumble across it because it's in a league of it's own in so many ways and hopefully that works like an investment and helps keep the lights on, (if YT had/got a soul this would be rewarded because channels like this are why ppl pay subscriptions. Great job guys and Great job Leo, you've done a Great thing, we are all so proud of you - The future is bright and God Bless XO
My favourite episode to date. And I’ve watched them all ! It’s the DOING of what all the episodes before were for. It’s a rare rare pleasure . I’ve just bought my own gaff cutter , precious little to do on it , but the satisfaction of planning and implementing leading to smiles and camaraderie feels resonant with this episode . Respect to you all .
I really savored this video. It’s very satisfying to have watched this whole build and saga unfold in real time and then be treated to such well-filmed and well-edited video of Tally Ho at sea. Also, I just want to say, as someone who is, admittedly, a music snob and a longtime DJ and collector of records, I have really appreciated your choice and use of music in all of your edits. As time has gone on, the music has gotten even better, and I just wanted to say that it’s probably some of the best editing in terms of music (and just great editing overall) that I have seen on TH-cam. Your choice in music and the way you use it in your editing is head and shoulders above most other TH-cam videos, and it leaves me wondering where you source the music from, because the quality is really great and almost seems tailor-made for this usage. I particularly like how you have sort of begun using that fiddle track as a “Tally Ho Theme” when you want to expand the scope during the edit and hook into the overall greater narrative of the this boat’s journey.
The incident with the loose connection on the fire control system, along with the procedure with the water purifier got me thinking. Leo has probably already done this, but if not, Tally Ho needs a sailor's operating manual. This would explain basic operation as well as emergency procedures for all of the systems. Perhaps some of the specialists who worked on Tally Ho could assist with this. There must also be lots of useful trivia, such as where would fuel first appear if there was a tank leak or where are all through-hull shut off valves. That boat is a stunning mix of old school and hi-tech!
And he could have a second one with some details about its construction... wood used, finishes, paints, wiring, batteries etc., Could be kept with the blueprints.
Excellent idea if Leo hasn't already done so. The complexities of Tally Ho or any other 'hybrid' vessel's systems should absolutely be recorded in the boats on-board manual for easy future reference.
At least one of those whales was remembering Tally Ho from when they both were much younger. Imagine ports and seas filled with both these beautiful creatures.
My great uncles were mariners on tall ships. They, of course, did not wear shoes but my grandmother had to remove their bedsheets when they first came ashore from a voyage because their feet were so calloused they would rip them.
I find it very difficult to express how impressed I am with your vessel, the workmanship, the project management and of course the Skipper. Immense respect for you Leo. Can’t say it enough.
When the video started, the first thing I noticed was the Dualit toaster. Not too many people in the US have one. We've had ours for 25yrs, best thing since sliced bread!
Some boats are worth a big chunk of your life to bring them to fruition. Tally Ho is definitely one of them. It must be the most satisfying feeling to feel the wind pushing it along. Big congrats to Leo and the whole team.
Somehow even after watching this series from the first episode after Leo taking us around the boat and then sitting on deck then setting the sail up, I felt how much human ingenuity has gone into ship sailing over the centuries. Patrick's remark prehistoric history really brought it home to me, great episode
After dreaming of sailing for my entire life, this channel is what motivated me to buy a classic cruiser. Now I've started putting in the work to get her in the water again. Happy to say that (god-willing) I will be sailing in 2 years, ha ha! If you wait until you're "ready", you will wait forever. Just take the first step, you're the master of your own fate! Godspeed, Tally Ho!
Leo, congratulations on your 200th video I have watched with pleasure all of them over the restoration years of Tally Ho. You are inspirational, articulate, a great leader and a very very astute shipwright that attracts and develops the best team of skilled friends to help. Some have done more some have needed encouragement however, all have excelled in their assigned duties due to your tenacious character. Your videos have help me immensely rediscover my true self and like many people around the world I wait eagerly for the next posting. Tally Ho is such a wonderful vessel and an example of collaborative effort with great engineered systems. Maybe one day she will sail into Fremantle and I will be the first to greet her. Thank you, Paul. (Perth, Western Australia)
Such a great drone view towards the end showing the vastness of the ocean and how tiny Tally Ho really is. Brings to life the Breton fisherman’s prayer “O God, thy sea is so great and my boat is so small”. God’s immense works and man’s tiny endeavours. Thanks Leo and team for another wonderful snapshot.
I spent the afternoon watching the America’s Cup sailing and now the opportunity to watch Tally Ho under sail. I know where I’d rather hang out! Tally Ho looks so beautiful with the sun behind her sails.
Happy smiling people. Oh how lovely to see the whales. I am one of the many many folks who contribute a wee tiny bit, and yet my sense of pride and sheer delight are disproportionately huge in comparison to the mickle sent your way. Thank you for making me smile.
And I'd like to say you and your crew and the people that have helped you in the past have done a wonderful job to remarkable how much craftsmanship went into building tally ho I am so impressed
It has been such a successful and nice project - everytime I see her sailing, I am really positively astonished how great this work turned out and especially how great and social and warm humans can be when they practice respect and recognition for each other! It’s a best practice example for life - I would say! Godspeed for Tally Ho and her builders and crew - greetings from Austria! Flo
So happy to see this sailing vessel at sea and performing amazingly. Congratulations to everyone who worked on her, such a beautiful boat, thank you for saving her.
What a joy it is to see Tally Ho and her crew out on the ocean enjoying the fruits of so much loving labor ❤ Thank You for taking all of us along with you. 🙂
I love watching a gaff rig with three jibs it looks so gorgeous as it sails. It reminds me of years ago in the fifties in Gloucester with ships plying the Grand Banks from a little lobster port. It has been years since i saw such a glorious ship.
This is beautiful, peaceful and pure joy to watch ❤ Truly one of the best contents and video series in the world you can find. I've been following Tally Ho's journey almost from beginning, watched every video... and this episode with whales is really a dream come true. And what a beautiful flashback with Nick and his fabulous bench. Leo, you, the whole team thru the years, supporters and community are a true inspiration for what people can achieve together in such a kind and friendly spirit. Even though there were definitely moments and obstacles that we couldn't see in the videos. Thank you and looking forward to see your exploration of the ancient Gwaii 👍
Your drone was a wise investment, Tally Ho in full sail under way looks amazing. Well done Leo and team, you completely deserve your success. Long May you enjoy it!
Episodes 1 to 200 are documenting proof of the low-profile genius Leo is. Builder, businessperson, vlogger, sailor... it's all there. Kudos to you Leo for the very entertaining journey. 😎
True words
more skill and ability to multitask, being able to make these videos and be a sailor AND a carpenter and a planner. it honestly would SHOCK me that he did NOT do this project in hindsight
i think he max the profit on his project !!youtubemoney
@steevechayot2941 you have no clue
Street musician too, if I remember correctly.
In my younger years I pursued many activities, unfortunately sailing wasn’t one of them. Now I am 81
I am continually frustrated by the restrictions placed on me by several chronic health issues and a problem with mobility. Following Leo and his team over the last few years has given me a lot of pleasure. Seeing your latest picture of Tally Ho under full sail, that you put on Instagram, with the sun peaking over the topmast, I immediately copied it, to used it as wallpaper on my desktop. I now have a feeling of vicarious freedom and joy every time I turn on the computer. Thankyou Team Keep making those fantastic videos.
Voyage is everywhere. First, in our souls.
I, also, am 81 with mobility issues. Thank you letting me come along.
I'm 80. So far I'm good. No issues..... but waiting. Still sailing and riding a sportbike but know it's coming to an end. Loved the shots with the topsail up.
I guess 80 plus is the magic number here. I'm 89 and mobility is also becoming an issue. I missed all these more complicated sailing problems in that all of my sailing happened on a Sunfish in amateur competition. I've found Talley Ho watching to be a perfect way to vicariously enjoy these more leisurely days. Thanks Leo and crew.
I am 70 and I am scared
I'm sure that if there is an afterlife, Albert Strange is looking down upon you and saying "That's ma boy..." You have done the impossible, and long may you reap the rewards for your teanacity. Your crew are just exceptional- you reccreated this boat from the keel up and just made it even better. As an ex RN rating I wish you well and hopefully if you come to UK and Albert Dock I will be lucky enough to meet you. I'm disabled now, but I have fond memories of sailing in Plymouth Sound. and later from Anglesy to the IOM when I did my Yauchmaster. You represent the epitome of British and American engineering and friendship.
Beautifully said.❤
Well said, my thoughts were same, what an honour to Albert Strange as well to have this ship renewed with such beauty and passion!
Well said
We have reason to be proud of our history and proud of Leo for honoring that history and tradition.
What if Leo IS Albert Strange reincarnated! Oooo
Congratulations Leo, you have achieved 3 treasures: a) Tally Ho itself; b) The series of videos, starting from scratch raising the boat and changing the keel by yourself, and 200 episodes (and 7 years) later, sailing with all sails up among the whales; c) the community that made it possible.
Keep it going
Tally Ho is a floating work of art. All of the craftspeople who helped rebuild Tally Ho are simply amazing.
And the volunteer non crafts people, were amazing also.
I agree but is everyone just celibate when out sailing?
@@VitalityMassage - maybe or maybe not.
I think you looking for a different channel, bud.
34:33 What a masterpiece and new recreation of a classic piece of history.
Your craftsmanship and Tenacity has rewarded you with a true work of art.
Leo you have amazed me in every video !!💠🍍🌊🐋🐬🐳🛟⚓️. Fair Winds-Following Seas
@@drx1xym154 No I want to know the details.
The reappearance of humpback whales on the BC coast over the past 40 years has to be one of those great ecological success stories. A super rare event to see them 40 years ago, and now we see them almost every time we go sailing near Vancouver.
While I have provided some financial support, I haven't turned a screw or caulked a seam.
Why does watching Tally Ho under full sail, surrounded by Humpbacks fill me with such a feeling of pride and joy?
I hear that!
@johnwade1763 - Why John? Because you played an integral part in it coming to fruition. Aside from the incredible craftsmanship "money" is an essential component of Tally Ho, being re-born... - to ALL who contributed "in their own ways" thank you, for the joy you have given this old (ex Royal Navy) man over the years of watching.
@@ruperts23 I kind of feel the same. I feel like I have a stake in this thing...beyond being a mere observer. Very strange feeling and a new experience for me.
i helped out with send Leo some of the things that he wanted from his Amazon Wish List each year , that he was rebuilding Tally Ho. It was so Wonderful to see that Leo and his talented crew - friends and followers helped to make his Dream come true ! I would like to know just HOW Leo woke up one day... and thought that he would fly 1/2 the way around the World - buy a beat up sail boat for $1 dollar ... and some how do a few million dollars worth of work on it by finding people that he never knew - to help him with money - materials - tools - a home - a complete work shop - food and a lot of good wishes and love from people all over the World cheering him on - all from people he doesn't even know ! I hope that King Charles honour's Leo with Knighthood
I completely agree. The drone footage of the boat under full sail is inspiring.
Watching Nick lovingly creating bits and pieces of Tally Ho's furnishings was always a treat. Thanks for this final video of him at work.
That shot just after the topsail was raised was awesome; showing the beautiful lines of the boat.
Around 18:02. There are not enough words in any language to describe how spectacular it is under full sail!
I'm not sure that's full sail. If I've understood correctly she also has a bigger topsail, with a yard, and an auxiliary mast, so two spars on the sail. That takes significantly more effort to raise, and she was making 7 knots with the canvas she has set, fairly close to her optimum speed, so probably did not justify the effort to fly that one.
Soo beautiful
The drone footage under full sail is apt to take one’s breath away.
Awesome walk around.
Thank you all, fair winds and free sheets.
Quite spectacular! Do we know where you are? In the strait of Georgia area?
@@adeeponionbrahlooks to be Strait of Georgia. I believe the shot just after the top sail was hoisted, with the ship in the background, was looking east towards the Sunshine Coast.
I don't think I'll ever tire of seeing Tally Ho gliding with full sails across the deep blue sea. What a beautiful sight!
People use the word awesome far too much, watching Tally Ho under full sail was awesome, what a magnificent achievement yourself and many others have achieved. I take my hat off to to all of you.
@18:04 " Is this real life? " Tally Ho was an animated antique photograph for so long and now it's displacing water so beautifully. Bravo!
Cool timing of music and saw cuts as Nick made the bench.
Exceptional storytelling, Leo. It's just magical watching Tally Ho under sail. I spent 33 years driving submarines (no barefooted sailors there), and watching your stories connects me to those memories... the watch rotation, the daily routines, the sensations of being at sea... Keep telling your story. Us old sailors need it to remind us what we once were.
Salute' thank you for your service!❤
I’m proud of everything the crew has accomplished, and everything the community has done to support them.
Well said there.
Leo, it’s difficult to put into words the exhilaration I feel (and my wife, who lived in Seattle for several years as does my daughter now) watching the Tally Ho sail. Words can’t express how amazing we feel at the success of your voyage. Cheers, my friend, and may every day bring you joy.
Tally Ho is a beautiful yacht. Everything about her is truly unique and the craftsmen who rebuilt her are masters of their trades. Congratulations and enjoy .
This series has kept me company through my happy life, a failed marriage, and then my recover afterwards. Thank you all so much for what you do, I am and will always be a happy Patreon sub
The inside of the boat gives the impression of being a cosy, comfortable and secure space. So beautifully put together, functional yet elegant at the same time. I love it! A great tribute to the skill and dedication of Leo and his team of skilled workers. And I particularly loved that segment where Nick produced the bench. Just a gorgeous piece of woodwork. Such skill on display!
I'm jumping in from episode 88. I only recently found Leo and Tally Ho and have been binging madly through the episodes. From the distance of Australia what has struck me is a much more realistic and personal appreciation of Americans, their generosity and willingness to help without hesitation. This is in stark contrast to what we see and hear via the news channels that only present the dark sides of life. This channel is a fantastic affirmation of humanity, of course as sailors we know that once on board, everyone has work together! Well done Leo and all who sail Tally Ho.
Shoutout about the snack bench. During my 7 patrols out of Holy Loch Scotland on board a US ballistic missile submarine we had something similar. Working in the missile control room which had a combination lock on its one and only door, we were put in charge with storing and giving out the cookie tin bins. They contained various cookies and were highly prized. During the 90 days out at sea, We stored them in several empty equipment bays. Since there were 140 crew members, we probably had 280 tins. It was up to the individual sailor when he would get his tins. We kept tract and no one got any more than 2. Enjoy your chest of treats!
I sailed a Thresher class Fast Attack and both seat lockers at one table in the cewsmess was nothing but "goodies" available all tbe time. We got a new"pork chop" from a DD. He thought the Storekeeper was pulling his leg when ordering the underway snacks and denied them. A week out to sea the Captain was PO'd when he saw the lockers were empty. Chewed him out in front of the crew!
I also discovered the importance of snacks sailing around Holy Loch and the Clyde, but on the surface rather than down below!
I sailed on the brigantine Playfair out of Toronto in the 70s when I was fifteen. We sailed all around The Great Lakes. Entering Lake Huron we quickly realized that it was really more of a freshwater inland sea. The waves were monsters. Great fun pulling one terrified and frozen crewman from the yardarm. Movement is greatly exaggerated up there. The First Mate sent myself and two other delinquents up there to get him down because we were the only ones not puking (we had the cure). This poor guy was throwing up bad. Some of it landed in the lake and some of it landed on the deck. He had been gobbling hot dog weiners but not chewing much. I only know because of the gross yet comical sight of little bits of hot dog rolling back and forth across the mid-ship deck. Like some tiny, harmless, loose cannons. I remember the entire trip very well but that image is the lone memory I have of what we must have been eating. I always felt bad for that boy. I imagine he had a nasty father who wanted to toughen him up. He simply did not belong on that boat.
Not gonna lie, The shot at 17:52 made me cry. It's like that one old photo of Tally Ho, except it's now.
Nice to get some bonus Nick content. He is a master. Love watching him work.
After 200 episodes this one feels like the giant reward that is well deserved. I don't want to say this was what it was all about, but it certainly is a delightful chapter of this great adverture!
Leo has this natural authority and leadership that is so rare! Striving for perfection, yet able to let things go a bit if the issue isn’t pressing, full understanding of any situation and able to come up with a solution, often by involving other subject matter experts, leading by example and demanding, but never overdoing it, working hard and partying hard as well. It’s no miracle the project got done the way it was, and with this beautiful boat and cheerful people. It couldn’t have been done without HIM - but he’s also modest enough to always mention everyone who pitched in, working for the project, donating or otherwise supporting. This whole series should be watched by future top level managers. THIS is how you LEAD, and this is how younger stuff done RIGHT! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
@MajorWolf72, I was thinking the exact same thing. Strive for perfection and even if you fall a bit short, far better than settling for "Good Enough." He engages his crew and subject matter experts superbly. It is not surprising at all that every function is working near perfectly. It is not luck, it is complete planning and exceptional execution of the plan.
Most managers in my experience forget/ignore one of the MOST important aspects of management: assign the tasks and trust your people and their skills! They were hired for a reason!
Leo could definitely teach a master class in that aspect of "management"!
@@thomasbraeking6225 Fully agree, this is what I found to be lacking when I spent 3 years in the U.S. Army as an exchange Officer: The huge potential of the individual is ignored, rather suppressed in favor of standing operating procedures and direct orders. Whatever expertise or creativity in problem solving there was, was annihilated. And in this project here you can clearly see that the parts are bigger than the whole, as everyone knows something and is able to improve the process as a whole time and again. What goes for the Army goes for pretty much ever company once it has more than, say, 25,000 employees: The management starts to over control in a desire to press through with their own vision. And it’s not that this vision is proven to be any good, it’s a narcissist element usually coming into play: „I was hired to do this job, and by God I will! So step aside, subject matter experts, here comes the master of no trade!“ Even at the CEO level of major global player you can see this, absolutely obvious to the external observer. You can basically place bets on when this guy (yes, usually a man still these days) is going to leave and leave the company in ruins, while pocketing an 8 figure bonus an salary. Nuts, just nuts. And it has been going on like this for decades, and it will go on for decades, by the looks of it. And that’s why, especially to someone with a background in management at the intermediate level, THIS project is so heart warming and such a great example: A „CEO“ who knows his stuff, has a clear vision, but also goes with the flow, assembles an ever changing crew of experts for parts of the project and puts their knowledge to the best use, until a point is reached where both parties agree that the work is done and further involvement wouldn’t benefit either side. I‘m not saying it’s always been smooth sailing in those last 7 years, we don’t see behind the scenes, and humans are humans and are bound to clash every now and then. But what we see is a result and a process that led to it, and it’s nothing short of amazing!
A truly rare gift indeed!
I'm sure he isn't "managing" as a manager. the word "manager" got a heavy load during the last decades - no need to explain here. I would say the man has heart, but I take it that that is also an aspect of what you mean. btw everybody has heart but some let it shine forth more than others in some periods of life
17:55 WOW! There is the famous Tally Ho shot with full sails. History in the making.
Those backlit sails with their parallel lines and geometric shapes give me the feeling I'm looking at a sketch in a notebook.
Superb boat tour Leo and team. Made all the more special knowing how much hard work and passion has gone into making Tally Ho the beautiful vessel she is today. What a joy to see this all come together at sea! God bless you and all who sail with you. Chris 👍
So awesome to see her on the water after all these years of watching you.
The beautiful shots from the air triggered my brain to consider the balance between the labor to restore and maintain the boat and the resulting pleasure of sailing her. It dawned on me that it's like a bank. Working on the boat is building a fund. Sailing her is withdrawing from that resource. In any case, thanks so much for bringing me along on both journeys.
One of the most beautiful sails I've watched ... 😅. Tally ho in her element ...bravo to all that put a hand in her build..😊
there is just no way to be mad at any of these people or what theyre doing. Tally ho just looks like a fantastic thing to have worked on or space to inhabit. I have never been sailing but your videos make me really want to one day.
Growing up with the legacy of Bluenose, I love the image of gaff rig and all the sails flying on Tally Ho. I can appreciate the efforts of the crew to hoist sails, even when Patrick starts the engine.
Beautiful ship, Leo and Crew,
😉👍
I feel about the shoes, nobody dared to say maybe Leo is a neat freak an he likes the boat to be as clean as possible for as long as possible.😄
i liked this video more than the regular trip video's, just as someone that never has sailed its so good to see what I'm missing. Just the regular every day stuff
For the table leaf, two sliding boards strapped under the table, with holes in the end to accept pins on the underside of the leaf. The sliders would have stops at full travel both ways, and the leaf should have a tab on the center of the underside at the table end. Extend the sliders, place the tab end of the leaf against the table atop the sliders and lower the pins into the holes. The pins only need to stick out as far as the thickness of the leaf tab, so stowage shouldn't be affected... And, 'The whipping shall continue until morale improves!'... 👍😁
Hats off to the skipper na round of rum for the crew sir you all deserve it but leo even more 3 cheers for the matter of tally ho LEO YOUVE DONE IT LAD I'm so glad for you
Man, Nick did a superb job of making that bench. 18:06 - With all the sails up the boat is a lovely sight with the light behind it.
How wonderfull is that bench sequence? Seriously? it made me instantly happy, good music, nice sync...You are geting really god at this Leo. I m getting back at it, yes it wasnt over, I had to comment it
Good wind to you guys
The tour is wonderful but for some reason, I was not ready for the mind bending beauty of seeing her top sail deployed. The way she cuts through the water is........chefs kiss, amazing.
Great 200th episode of the Tally Ho chronicles. Fantastic to see the old gal back at sea as she is meant to be. Congratulations to the whole team.
It says so much to me that when underway and under sail, below deck on Tally Ho doesn’t sound like fifty old wardrobes are being opened and closed repeatedly. Creaks and groans are natural for a living, moving vessel, but she has clearly been assembled with extraordinary care.
Sweet!! detail on the bench support (12:35). Nice job Nick!
About bare feet on a boat. In my youth I worked as a deckhand on a crayfishing boat at the Abrolhos Islands off the coast of Western Australia. I always worked barefoot, even when the weather was really cold. The sea water was always warm and constantly washed over my feet. My feet knew where every obstacle lay and they even picked up and threw overboard sundry pointy shells that came up in the pots. Bare feet are definitely the go on a boat. Tally Ho is just gorgeous by the by. Very well done everyone.
A beautiful boat, what a triumph of Anglo-American craftsmanship
I still can't get over this whole trip. from disassembly of the original to times now sailing. What a fun, not strange tip this has been. Leo, do you ever have to just pinch yourself and ask if this time has really, finally come? I couldn't be happier for the lot of you.
This video is very well put together just like the bench. Love it.
Now this is a reward for the viewer, having watched the progress of Tally Ho. Life and living aboard. Thank you
Good afternoon Edit: Wow I've always love the look of a gaff rig Tally Ho looks so majestic with the topsail flying and too cool to see the whales breach thanks for the tour and taking us along on your adventure
Damn she looks good under full sail. The canvas colour was an amazing choice as well. Kudos to you Leo for surrounding yourself with such artisans and ending up with such a gorgeous boat. Love that Canada is getting to host her shakedown, I look forward to seeing what more adventures you get up to.
13,094th tag-along 'phantom shipmate' view Out On The Ocean... here we go. 14:52 - so like that in lighter wind you didn't default to starting the engine, but rather tell yer mates
"...it's time to hoist another sail!" Good onya, Skippah! 17:22 - and so... 17:49 - "BOOM!" segment - what a sight! Cheers Leo & Crew.
Looking fabulous Leo! Really amazing to see the Oceanchef XL induction cooker in action and to hear you've been using it so often. We're very glad to hear it's keeping you all so well fed. All the best, the GN Espace team.
I think if I spent years painstakingly making a deck by hand using my small supply of teak wood I wouldn't stomp around on it wearing shoes either, lol.
I have watched from the beginning, but was not expecting how beautiful the boat was with the topsail raised! Outstanding!
Love to see the boat flying a full suit of sails.
I am just in awe. About everything!
When I grow up, I want to be like Leo. I am 67.
Just the best on TH-cam.
Just knowing that Tally Ho is sailing the open ocean makes the world seem like a better place.
25:20 THE song. You know magic happens when that song is coming.
Majestic! You all really pulled me into the presence. You could cut the vibe with a knife when you were all sharing thoughts on being barefoot. An air of peace throughout the crew. Perfect! And well-earned.
The astonishing thing about this in on top of marvelling at Leo's brilliance and dogged tenacity, is that it really showcases the power of TH-cam. I've always been aware that TH-camrs build followings and can live nice lifestyles with cars and clothes and so on. But an entire ship was built by the goodwill and the genorosity in money, facilities, time and skill of a community that was built out of thin air. It boggles the mind. I'm sure someone has a spreadsheet somewhere, I don't, but I can't imagine this ship didn't cost approaching a couple of million dollars to build and now to operate. I'm including people's donated time, tools, space etc on top of everything that had to be bought or custom built. I find it uplifiting.
One thing I do hope that Tally Ho will do is reach out to each person who donated and each person who volunteered over the last 8 years and invite them, if not for a ride, then at least for a tour onboard. It could be done over a series of days spread over a couple of seasons. I think they''d appreciate it.
Allzeit gute Fahrt und immer eine handbreit Wasser unter dem Kiel.
When i found this series I binged a couple years of incredible work in a week to catch up - some of the best stuff i've ever seen on the idiot box and the commitment to extremely high quality/taste/keeping true to the original was incredible. Leo is a special guy and the quality of the people he inspired to get involved is testament. This series will be watched for decades by anyome lucky enough to stumble across it because it's in a league of it's own in so many ways and hopefully that works like an investment and helps keep the lights on, (if YT had/got a soul this would be rewarded because channels like this are why ppl pay subscriptions. Great job guys and Great job Leo, you've done a Great thing, we are all so proud of you - The future is bright and God Bless XO
My favourite episode to date. And I’ve watched them all !
It’s the DOING of what all the episodes before were for.
It’s a rare rare pleasure .
I’ve just bought my own gaff cutter , precious little to do on it , but the satisfaction of planning and implementing leading to smiles and camaraderie feels resonant with this episode .
Respect to you all .
I really savored this video. It’s very satisfying to have watched this whole build and saga unfold in real time and then be treated to such well-filmed and well-edited video of Tally Ho at sea. Also, I just want to say, as someone who is, admittedly, a music snob and a longtime DJ and collector of records, I have really appreciated your choice and use of music in all of your edits. As time has gone on, the music has gotten even better, and I just wanted to say that it’s probably some of the best editing in terms of music (and just great editing overall) that I have seen on TH-cam. Your choice in music and the way you use it in your editing is head and shoulders above most other TH-cam videos, and it leaves me wondering where you source the music from, because the quality is really great and almost seems tailor-made for this usage. I particularly like how you have sort of begun using that fiddle track as a “Tally Ho Theme” when you want to expand the scope during the edit and hook into the overall greater narrative of the this boat’s journey.
Nick is such an awesome craftsman. I love watching him work.
"Life on a sailing boat revolves around the snack supply" truer words have never been spoken. I discovered that pretty quickly while on long passages.
The incident with the loose connection on the fire control system, along with the procedure with the water purifier got me thinking. Leo has probably already done this, but if not, Tally Ho needs a sailor's operating manual. This would explain basic operation as well as emergency procedures for all of the systems. Perhaps some of the specialists who worked on Tally Ho could assist with this. There must also be lots of useful trivia, such as where would fuel first appear if there was a tank leak or where are all through-hull shut off valves. That boat is a stunning mix of old school and hi-tech!
And he could have a second one with some details about its construction... wood used, finishes, paints, wiring, batteries etc., Could be kept with the blueprints.
There probably exists a basic manual that could be tweaked to fit Tally Ho's specifics.
Excellent idea if Leo hasn't already done so. The complexities of Tally Ho or any other 'hybrid' vessel's systems should absolutely be recorded in the boats on-board manual for easy future reference.
16:50 - Bob is sitting next to his ditty bag, probably never too far away.
At least one of those whales was remembering Tally Ho from when they both were much younger. Imagine ports and seas filled with both these beautiful creatures.
My great uncles were mariners on tall ships. They, of course, did not wear shoes but my grandmother had to remove their bedsheets when they first came ashore from a voyage because their feet were so calloused they would rip them.
Soo very very happy for leo n his crew living the drea. For real they've built it they deserve it .
I find it very difficult to express how impressed I am with your vessel, the workmanship, the project management and of course the Skipper. Immense respect for you Leo. Can’t say it enough.
When the video started, the first thing I noticed was the Dualit toaster. Not too many people in the US have one. We've had ours for 25yrs, best thing since sliced bread!
Some boats are worth a big chunk of your life to bring them to fruition. Tally Ho is definitely one of them. It must be the most satisfying feeling to feel the wind pushing it along. Big congrats to Leo and the whole team.
Love the Pancho stand-in!
Somehow even after watching this series from the first episode after Leo taking us around the boat and then sitting on deck then setting the sail up, I felt how much human ingenuity has gone into ship sailing over the centuries. Patrick's remark prehistoric history really brought it home to me, great episode
This is the video I've waited 7 years to see.
I know nothing about boats or sailing but this ship is beautiful! And the pride you have when talking about her is telling!
I like how Patrick is reading a book called "Book' - It just seems right.
I have been trying to find what he is reading. It's actually B∞K something something.
Possibly Book by Robert grundin
@@franktartan6808 That's as close as I have found though I can't find that particular cover. Thanks
All of the work on Tally Ho is gorgeous. I also thoroughly enjoyed the matching rhythm of the saw and falling boards with the music at 8:10!
@17:49 insanely beautiful to see the topsail up
Yes, the sequence following is exquisite. Pile on that cloth. No wonder the whales wanted a look.
After dreaming of sailing for my entire life, this channel is what motivated me to buy a classic cruiser.
Now I've started putting in the work to get her in the water again.
Happy to say that (god-willing) I will be sailing in 2 years, ha ha!
If you wait until you're "ready", you will wait forever.
Just take the first step, you're the master of your own fate!
Godspeed, Tally Ho!
Gives new meaning to "rock and roll".
Leo, congratulations on your 200th video I have watched with pleasure all of them over the restoration years of Tally Ho. You are inspirational, articulate, a great leader and a very very astute shipwright that attracts and develops the best team of skilled friends to help. Some have done more some have needed encouragement however, all have excelled in their assigned duties due to your tenacious character. Your videos have help me immensely rediscover my true self and like many people around the world I wait eagerly for the next posting. Tally Ho is such a wonderful vessel and an example of collaborative effort with great engineered systems. Maybe one day she will sail into Fremantle and I will be the first to greet her. Thank you, Paul. (Perth, Western Australia)
Thanks for taking us along!
Such a great drone view towards the end showing the vastness of the ocean and how tiny Tally Ho really is. Brings to life the Breton fisherman’s prayer “O God, thy sea is so great and my boat is so small”. God’s immense works and man’s tiny endeavours. Thanks Leo and team for another wonderful snapshot.
I spent the afternoon watching the America’s Cup sailing and now the opportunity to watch Tally Ho under sail. I know where I’d rather hang out! Tally Ho looks so beautiful with the sun behind her sails.
Happy smiling people. Oh how lovely to see the whales.
I am one of the many many folks who contribute a wee tiny bit, and yet my sense of pride and sheer delight are disproportionately huge in comparison to the mickle sent your way.
Thank you for making me smile.
And I'd like to say you and your crew and the people that have helped you in the past have done a wonderful job to remarkable how much craftsmanship went into building tally ho I am so impressed
It has been such a successful and nice project - everytime I see her sailing, I am really positively astonished how great this work turned out and especially how great and social and warm humans can be when they practice respect and recognition for each other! It’s a best practice example for life - I would say! Godspeed for Tally Ho and her builders and crew - greetings from Austria! Flo
So happy to see this sailing vessel at sea and performing amazingly. Congratulations to everyone who worked on her, such a beautiful boat, thank you for saving her.
My god I love those sounds. Gentle creaks and bloops of water. Puts me right to sleep.
What a joy it is to see Tally Ho and her crew out on the ocean enjoying the fruits of so much loving labor ❤ Thank You for taking all of us along with you. 🙂
I love watching a gaff rig with three jibs it looks so gorgeous as it sails. It reminds me of years ago in the fifties in Gloucester with ships plying the Grand Banks from a little lobster port. It has been years since i saw such a glorious ship.
My week isn’t complete without my dose of Tally Ho ✌️&❤️ from England 👍
This is beautiful, peaceful and pure joy to watch ❤ Truly one of the best contents and video series in the world you can find. I've been following Tally Ho's journey almost from beginning, watched every video... and this episode with whales is really a dream come true. And what a beautiful flashback with Nick and his fabulous bench. Leo, you, the whole team thru the years, supporters and community are a true inspiration for what people can achieve together in such a kind and friendly spirit. Even though there were definitely moments and obstacles that we couldn't see in the videos. Thank you and looking forward to see your exploration of the ancient Gwaii 👍
Majestically magnificent. Determination, blood, sweat, and no doubt some tears - and now happily sailing.
Your drone was a wise investment, Tally Ho in full sail under way looks amazing. Well done Leo and team, you completely deserve your success. Long May you enjoy it!
Well done. This is the best sailing channel on TH-cam.
Nothing makes toast better than a Dualit! I have a 2 slice one. Never seen a 6 though! Impressive! Fair winds!
I’ve got a 4, had it years.