Dublin Bay Mermaid restoration, She Sails again!
We are completing the final restoration stages on this 1969 Dublin Bay Mermaid. Watch the process of bringing this classic wooden boat back to life.
Working alongside Peter, we focus on the detailed woodworking required to repair the hull and internal structures of this 1932 design. It is a slow process, but seeing the pieces fit together makes the effort worthwhile as we bring this clinker built sailboat closer to the water.
This episode covers the final assembly steps, ensuring the integrity of the hull and the internal framework. Whether you are interested in traditional boat building or just want to see a historic vessel returned to its former glory, this build shows the care needed for such a project.
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Video Summary
AI GeneratedThis video documents the ongoing restoration of a 1969 Dublin Bay Mermaid, a 17-foot half-decked centreboard sailboat. The episode focuses on the removal of degraded planks, the installation of new timbers, and the techniques used for steam bending oak ribs, while also touching upon a charity sailing regatta and timber preservation.