I really like the design of this Boat. She's looks like a very practical vessel and it looks as though you put a lot of thought in this build. . I think it's a excellent boat for solo sailor with a junk rig, sail design in mind. I've looked at a lot of different sailboat designs this is definitely one of my favorites.
Lotta Crackons today Allen. Maybe the fighting with the turkey effect, .... or the normal contemplative effect of the Season. All the best to you and Mrs.
Don't worry Alan, I'm 75 years old and seem to have lost an inch or two in height over the years. I'm thankful for the shrinkage when I'm on long flights. Love your channel but don't envy the freezing, howling, winds. I'm really looking forward to the launch. Keep up the good work.
Fancy throwing that 3" x 3" piece of ply away. 😲 I would have saved it as a clamp pad to stop the head of the clamps marking the face of the wood. I have a big bag full of them in my workshop and when people say you can never have too many clamps you can think to yourself 'and clamp pads'.
This 6.5 meter boat is looking huge inside and you're not a Hobbit 😇 Obviously you and the architect did pretty well regarding space management. I wish you and Mrs Rover all the very best for the incoming New Year.
Alan I like watching you build this boat as much as watching you sailing the Contessa. It is going to be very interesting when Wave Rover 2 starts her journey. Best wishes for your 2023.
so far the build is quite straight forward. the only tricky part was the keel fabrication. If the keel could be bought fully welded, that would be the best help, imo.
I’ve been thinking about whether it would be possible to create a kit for all the major structural pieces. CNC machinery and 3D printing has really changed what the home builder is capable of creating now. I’m waiting for your boat to be completed and some sea trials done then I’m planning to start building my own. Thanks for sharing, and all hail the algorithm.
Hi Peter, I have built several aluminum boats with my previous company and this is totally dooable, but the scantlings would need to be recalculated for sure...
I appreciate the way you think. Great practical,functional and attractive house, for you and your wife. Fascinating design on the Wave Rover that looks to be giving you more space and abilities than originally designed. Great job how you are accomplishing a home and sailboat, all at one time. I love the organic growth and development of construction on WR 650. I watch each episode a number of times . Thanks for the adventure
Thanks for this latest video. Just listening to the wind whistling round your workshop. While I watch your video, the wind here on Stronsay, Orkney is gusting to 65mph. Think I’ll stay indoors and watch another video.😱🥴 Happy new year.
@@grassrootsinab There are a few Chalmers living here now, your grandfather is very likely related to them. The cemetery has lots of Chalmers on headstones, quite a big family in years gone by.
Fantastic episode Alan...so much progress and you really get a sense of how much space you and Andy have created with the Wave Rover design....this little bluewater cruiser is going to be one for the ages. Happy New Year
Wishing you the best for the Year of the Launch! Looks like you will have quite a bit of room in that little boat. Try auctioning off your piece of modern art for $11MM. Tell them you will go no lower than 10.
I know a guy who broke a rib going to Hawaii because the boat rolled when he bent over. Essentially the bulkhead kicked/rolled into his ribs when he was bent over. That was on an islander 36
Hello again , from Florida ... are you referring to plunge cutting when you say "pocket" cutting with a 7 1/4 Saw ? I admire your steady confidence Tony in Venice Florida
Silvia, my wife, and I watch all episodes. We're from the south and shiver with the weather you and Mrs Rover share. But, your summer weather, without the high humidity would be great!! Git er done, son!! :)
Glad you enjoyed them. I'm happy to have the house build behind me at this point so that I can really get stuck into the boat. Happy New Year my friend!
shame, like the design but i need at least 6'4" to have any chance of standing headroom. My 35 footer has it, but Im trying to see how much i can do with a smaller boat. looking at options
Thank you for sharing your boat building journey. I am wondering why build a bulkhead resting on the counter top. I would have thought all bulkheads are built up from the floor for strength that will ultimately count towards the total integral strength of the entire shell of the boat. Or is this strength taken cared of by what you referred to as ring frames?
The countertops and frames underneath them are *all* structural elements of the hull as well. So the bulkhead above, which will likewise be bonded to the countertops, is just a further continuation of those structural elements. It will be the same with the ring frames as well. What you end up with is referred to as 'monocoque hull construction'.
I’ve been thinking a set of dxf files would be a good idea - seemed like a natural fit for a stitch and glue. That would be a huge time saver, not to mention computer accuracy. I understand in your case you want to create “flats” on the deck camber, and the good reasons for doing so, but it brings to mind a common mistake I see people making when attempting to scribe an even curve with a batten. They will mark a few points around the curve with great precision, then hammer in nails on the object they’re cutting and bend their batten around. But in fact there needs to be a point added to either end beyond the extent of the curve they’re cutting, since the fairness of the curve at any one point is affected by the points either side as well. And if the last point either end on their work piece has no further point for the batten to bend around… Long story short they create (unintentionally in their case) flats on the outer extents of the curve where they are not wanted. I’ve seen this done time and time again. Ok, rant over! 😁
Alan, do you have a preference for corded power tools? If you do or don't, it might be a teachable moment if there is an explanation beyond, "It's what was handy."
I really like the design of this Boat. She's looks like a very practical vessel and it looks as though you put a lot of thought in this build. . I think it's a excellent boat for solo sailor with a junk rig, sail design in mind. I've looked at a lot of different sailboat designs this is definitely one of my favorites.
Thank you very much! I like to think of her as the culmination of my most desired features packaged in a small boat.
Woohoo, a kit... 🙂
As you know I've been an advocate of that since the early 650 days.
Looking forward to hearing more.
Still in the early stages of the development, but I will be keeping everyone apprised of new developments.
Lotta Crackons today Allen. Maybe the fighting with the turkey effect, .... or the normal contemplative effect of the Season. All the best to you and Mrs.
Don't worry Alan, I'm 75 years old and seem to have lost an inch or two in height over the years. I'm thankful for the shrinkage when I'm on long flights. Love your channel but don't envy the freezing, howling, winds. I'm really looking forward to the launch. Keep up the good work.
Well said!
A well designed/refined KIT would make building a wonderful retirement goal.
Oh man you are the best carpenter, love your precision’s.
Thanks 👍
Fancy throwing that 3" x 3" piece of ply away. 😲
I would have saved it as a clamp pad to stop the head of the clamps marking the face of the wood. I have a big bag full of them in my workshop and when people say you can never have too many clamps you can think to yourself 'and clamp pads'.
In fact, I was looking a couple of little pieces today for filler pieces in the gussets, lol
This 6.5 meter boat is looking huge inside and you're not a Hobbit 😇 Obviously you and the architect did pretty well regarding space management. I wish you and Mrs Rover all the very best for the incoming New Year.
The space inside is really beyond I had had envisioned at the beginning of the project, and I'm very happy about that. Happy New Year.
Alan I like watching you build this boat as much as watching you sailing the Contessa. It is going to be very interesting when Wave Rover 2 starts her journey. Best wishes for your 2023.
Happy New Year to you.
so far the build is quite straight forward. the only tricky part was the keel fabrication. If the keel could be bought fully welded, that would be the best help, imo.
We have put together cutting files for the keels and as a result they can be subcontracted to a metal shop in any vicinity.
Here is wishing you, Mrs. Wave Rover and Mr. Speckles a joyous and fun filled New Year.
Same to you my good friend!
I’ve been thinking about whether it would be possible to create a kit for all the major structural pieces. CNC machinery and 3D printing has really changed what the home builder is capable of creating now. I’m waiting for your boat to be completed and some sea trials done then I’m planning to start building my own. Thanks for sharing, and all hail the algorithm.
I think that a few people are in the same boat as you, pardon the pun.
I wrap those little cut-outs with polyethylene packing tape and use them as clamping pads.
Absolutely
I only just began watching, but must say I'm liking the shortened introduction!
Agree, but i always like to see the whale dwarf the Contessa!
Great news on the kit and CNC files, could lead to an possible aluminium version.
You look much taller on video Alan :)
Happy new year!
Hi Peter, I have built several aluminum boats with my previous company and this is totally dooable, but the scantlings would need to be recalculated for sure...
I appreciate the way you think. Great practical,functional and attractive house, for you and your wife. Fascinating design on the Wave Rover that looks to be giving you more space and abilities than originally designed. Great job how you are accomplishing a home and sailboat, all at one time. I love the organic growth and development of construction on WR 650. I watch each episode a number of times . Thanks for the adventure
Awesome, thank you!
Happy New Year to you and Mrs Rover!
Nice one.. Have a happy new year.
Thanks for this latest video. Just listening to the wind whistling round your workshop. While I watch your video, the wind here on Stronsay, Orkney is gusting to 65mph. Think I’ll stay indoors and watch another video.😱🥴
Happy new year.
keep warm my friend and have yourself a great 2023
Love seeing someone from Stronsey. My grandfather emigrated to Canada from Stronsey in the 1920s. 😊
@@grassrootsinab There are a few Chalmers living here now, your grandfather is very likely related to them. The cemetery has lots of Chalmers on headstones, quite a big family in years gone by.
It looks like fun
looking good
Fantastic episode Alan...so much progress and you really get a sense of how much space you and Andy have created with the Wave Rover design....this little bluewater cruiser is going to be one for the ages.
Happy New Year
Glad you enjoyed it
Happy new year to you to!
Cracking episode Alan. Happy New Year to you and your family. 2023 is certainly gong to be an exciting year!
Happy New Year John and remember 2023 is the year of the "launch"
Wishing you the best for the Year of the Launch! Looks like you will have quite a bit of room in that little boat. Try auctioning off your piece of modern art for $11MM. Tell them you will go no lower than 10.
Another great video - love your comment about the National Gallery !! Happy New Year and all the best in 2023!
I hope that I don't get a nasty response from the Prime Minister or his Minister of Heritage, lol
That is some RADICAL camber! Is this to help the boat self-right?
It will have a positive effect on her self righting ability for sure.
I know a guy who broke a rib going to Hawaii because the boat rolled when he bent over. Essentially the bulkhead kicked/rolled into his ribs when he was bent over. That was on an islander 36
Awesome job so far
Looking forward to the future launch and voyage videos.
Happy New Year Allen
Happy new year!
Happy New Year Alan.
Happy new year!
Hello again , from Florida ...
are you referring to plunge cutting when you say "pocket" cutting with a 7 1/4 Saw ?
I admire your steady confidence
Tony in Venice Florida
You are absolutely right, I probably should have called it a plunge cut.
You do great work… I’ve always enjoyed your videos
You are very kind Patrick
Will she handle a whale or pole strike at sea? I remember that big whale you had on video as you were in the Atlantic. Boat looking good!
She has a series of water tight compartments, but the true test will come at sea.
Silvia, my wife, and I watch all episodes. We're from the south and shiver with the weather you and Mrs Rover share. But, your summer weather, without the high humidity would be great!! Git er done, son!! :)
Great work Alan. Happy New Year to all at WR HQ. 2023, a big year ahead for the Wave Rover 6.50 project.
Happy new year! I will be giving my all to the project in 2023.
Happy and healthy New Year to you and Mrs Rover- thank you for an amazing double treat season with the homestead and WR built!
Glad you enjoyed them. I'm happy to have the house build behind me at this point so that I can really get stuck into the boat. Happy New Year my friend!
Happy New Year’s. Really enjoyed the episode. Getting a good idea of the size of Wave Rover 🎉🇨🇦
Happy new year!
Even before you said National Gallery of Canada, I was thinking, hey where did he get that Brancusi? Happy Year of the Launch!
Thanks Professor.
we shrink with age. Our spine settles and our legs bow slightly.
shame, like the design but i need at least 6'4" to have any chance of standing headroom. My 35 footer has it, but Im trying to see how much i can do with a smaller boat. looking at options
Just have to embrace sitting down more. Stand under the open main hatch and out in the cockpit.
Crack on Allen ......great stuff.
Thanks for watching
Thank you for sharing your boat building journey. I am wondering why build a bulkhead resting on the counter top. I would have thought all bulkheads are built up from the floor for strength that will ultimately count towards the total integral strength of the entire shell of the boat. Or is this strength taken cared of by what you referred to as ring frames?
The countertops and frames underneath them are *all* structural elements of the hull as well. So the bulkhead above, which will likewise be bonded to the countertops, is just a further continuation of those structural elements. It will be the same with the ring frames as well. What you end up with is referred to as 'monocoque hull construction'.
Why was the cabin redesigned? Now there are no windows. What is the visibility on the sides now? How to walk on such a roof?
I’ve been thinking a set of dxf files would be a good idea - seemed like a natural fit for a stitch and glue. That would be a huge time saver, not to mention computer accuracy.
I understand in your case you want to create “flats” on the deck camber, and the good reasons for doing so, but it brings to mind a common mistake I see people making when attempting to scribe an even curve with a batten. They will mark a few points around the curve with great precision, then hammer in nails on the object they’re cutting and bend their batten around.
But in fact there needs to be a point added to either end beyond the extent of the curve they’re cutting, since the fairness of the curve at any one point is affected by the points either side as well. And if the last point either end on their work piece has no further point for the batten to bend around… Long story short they create (unintentionally in their case) flats on the outer extents of the curve where they are not wanted. I’ve seen this done time and time again. Ok, rant over! 😁
You are absolutely dead on concerning the camber. And a great explanation to boot!
Alan, do you have a preference for corded power tools? If you do or don't, it might be a teachable moment if there is an explanation beyond, "It's what was handy."
That's a good point. I'll do a video on some of the basic tools and my reasoning. Thanks
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*Why are you making a new boat when you have one?*
The old boat was sold over 2 years ago to fund the new project.
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