My name is Matt and my wife and I are turning Duracell, the legendary race boat, into a fast and comfortable cruising home. We made this special video to show the work that has been done in one year. Enjoy!
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@jimduffy9773 Жыл бұрын
I've missed more of the process than I thought! Every builder should offer videos like these.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
I am lucky that Janni loves making these videos. -Matt
@mtrezaie Жыл бұрын
@@TheDuracellProject I wanted to say the same thing. It would be a nice overview if you do it every year. Thanks for sharing this build process.
@stevenr8606 Жыл бұрын
@M. Rez. you don't u-tube boat builds, do you ?!?
@mtrezaie Жыл бұрын
@@stevenr8606 No, I am a nerd in a different world.
@Calqid9 ай бұрын
My wife and I are deep into a similar but larger build (ours had a fire). We are using different methods but I appreciate your patience and organization.
@bos6782 Жыл бұрын
Ive been watching this project for a few months, This video really encompasses a lot of work. Wow!!! You should be really proud of the work you’ve accomplished. Pretty incredible.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@sergeviviand6486 Жыл бұрын
well, at the beginning i cry because i was part of the team who built Duracell (first name "catch the spirit") and see you cutting all these parts 😭😢 but Matt you did a great job !!! congatulations !!
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
Thank you Serge that means a lot since you helped build the boat!
@tomspitz6367Ай бұрын
Wow! Building a boat in the woods, so cool!
@saylaveenadmearedead Жыл бұрын
Jeez! The short answer is wow!!! Chokes me up a little that the legendary race boat is no more but glad you are doing your dream and inspiring some of the wee sailors to think outside the box....
@Stylefront Жыл бұрын
With each decision you make I start a doubter and leave a believer. Such a great channel!!
@forreal245 Жыл бұрын
Must be nice too know how to do EVERYTHING & I am sure the boat donor is VERY proud that he made an excellent choice for new ownership.
@lvdriver4 Жыл бұрын
It's fantastic to see the whole story like this. I love watching your videos. I look forward to seeing them every week
@scottdunlop7442 Жыл бұрын
Matt needs a vacuum bagging sponsor.
@robinhodgkinson Жыл бұрын
That, or a vacuum bagging support group! 😉
@HansWeberHimself Жыл бұрын
Foodsaver.
@4230020 Жыл бұрын
Me too!
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
@@robinhodgkinson 😂
@lasersailor0080 Жыл бұрын
A compressor that can pull a bag down to vacuum infusion pressure is $$$…
@1991pony Жыл бұрын
To see a years worth of progress in 12 minutes, it's astonishing to see how far you've come. This is rapidly turning into my favorite KZfaq channel. This and Tally Ho could not be two more different boats, but watching them both get built is the coolest thing ever. Thank you.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
cheers, Bill!😊
@MoneyPitBoating Жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more!
@IEnigIMa Жыл бұрын
I have watched from the start and had forgotten just how much work you have done to the transformation this far. Great recap and amazing progress. Sailing NV splashed and I know you guys follow each other..at least a bit. That’s gotta be motivating. Your build is more involved but I love both your projects. I am enjoying the journey. Thanks for sharing it!!❤😊
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
yes, we are excited for the Sailing nv family!
@aktxyz Жыл бұрын
I just watched a movie about Mike Plant on youtube ... quite an amazing story ... so glad to see this famous boat get a 2nd life
@paraweir Жыл бұрын
The best boat builder ever! Well done Matt... Well done ....
@rjgillens2637 Жыл бұрын
Wow... has it really been a year?... I started watching you after Sailing Magic Carpet visited you. Great Job
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
yep, just about!
@christopherbrand5360 Жыл бұрын
She likes your stern ;) That bodes well for the relationship
@jimedson3853 Жыл бұрын
I never get tired of watching Duracell videos. Thanks!
@michaelganshirt8795 Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal! So much work before you can perform the "actual" building work! I really have loved watching the transformation.
@michaelcanto6175 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt, Nice Video!
@ThoughtfulWander Жыл бұрын
Great recap! Excellent progress!! Keep rolling!👍👍💪💪
@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill Жыл бұрын
702nd LIKE, 4,293rd view - cool recap. 9:00 - it was many images like this one that inspired me to compose (currently being recorded) an Irish hornpipe tune I call "Sticky Goop". I can't wait to send to you the final master recording - probably an mp3 and/or KZfaq video.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, that sounds amazing!
@hamishkirkness6933 Жыл бұрын
Awesome progress. Looking forward to the September 2023 edition. Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing!
@symphonyfarm2009 Жыл бұрын
Well crew! this is going to lovely stored fruit for those of us who put the boats up for five months in the NE USA. We will let the snow fly, stock the book shelves with winter reading, and follow along dreaming of the day that the ice leaves and the boats float again! Thank you for doing all the work it takes to share this journey!
@MrFielding Жыл бұрын
I really admire your boat building skills. Patiently. Piece by piece. It’s a pleasure following your process.
@kayakninja Жыл бұрын
I can't wait to see this boat in the water, the lines of it are absolutely gorgeous!
@777rogerf Жыл бұрын
Besides the appealing personalities of the owners, the wish to see videos of a really fast cruiser under sail motivates me to support this project.
@kencarter3616 Жыл бұрын
Glad to see your subscription numbers goin up. You deserve it. Good and interesting work.
@TaylerSpliff Жыл бұрын
O wow I love how easy a video like this makes it look! Looking forward to seeing her back in the water
@petephills4626 Жыл бұрын
Well done! Can't wait to see you all happily and proudly cruising!!!
@vegavoiles2248 Жыл бұрын
congratulations and thank you for bringing this legendary sailor and his boat back to life here in France, it's soon the start of the rum route solo race your sailboat is part of our legend congratulations
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
Merci!
@endospores Жыл бұрын
It's really nice to see this summary and seeing the boat come together although i've been watching since almost the very beggining. When it's done you should make sort of a timelapse of it changing, that'd be really cool if you have such stills.
@bravofighter Жыл бұрын
What an awesome project!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩
@philgray34439 ай бұрын
Great transom design. Having lived with a reverse transom and having lost almost every kind of tool and personal item over board courtesy of it, I vote for your design.
@MaxMakerChannel Жыл бұрын
This is a massiv undertaking. I hope you can get the financing to get help building this and to afford the material. Otherwise it could take years. I enjoy watching the Videos of course, but sometimes I wonder if the other builders don’t get sick of their project. SV Seamer has been building for 10 years, Arabella for 5.
@comeandtravel1 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful job, guys! It is going to be an absolutely beautiful boat when your done due to the hull extension and new doghouse...you've changed the look a lot.
@Kenriko Жыл бұрын
First!! Sup guys. Good work, Keep it up.
@ryancappo Жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work. It will be great to see it back on the water again.
@SteifWood Жыл бұрын
Sooo much nicer than NV ... kudos for design and execution.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
we think they have a very nice looking boat too. Plus, it's our understanding that they are building out a more comfy interior now that they are on the water.
@bishopkinlyside8477 Жыл бұрын
Hi guys wow what a transformation Duracell looks so much better for a cruising yacht thanks for the video , Cliff from Logan City Queensland Australia from the big island 😊😊😊
@michaelvanwinkle7919 Жыл бұрын
Your dog house and cockpit extension are amazing! It is really beginning to look more like a cruising boat.
@vforcemadness Жыл бұрын
I’ve been following along since you started the project. I have no idea why because I don’t know the first thing about boats like yours but it just captures my attention so much watching the transformation. I’m really looking forward to the future videos.
@DennisSattler Жыл бұрын
Good job. It look really nice. Proud of you.
@ApexWoodworks Жыл бұрын
Awesome work, Matt. And I agree with Scott Dunlop when he said you need a vacuum bagging sponsor, LoL!
@allanmontile8210 Жыл бұрын
Stunning progress Matt and Janneke, keep it up. Regards, Allan, Durban, South Africa
@sandcrabspa4299 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing and total inspiration.
@jamesclausen7840 Жыл бұрын
You make me wish I way 25yo again. Love your work. ⛵️
@tommays56 Жыл бұрын
Nice Review of the process and progress I got pretty stressed the second year of the refit 😅with weather delays affecting the topside refinish BUT it all came together and made it in the water 💦
@shaneriehl223 Жыл бұрын
That reinforcement in the stern for the chain plates seems nice and strong. I’m curious though whether you’ll have swept-back spreaders or not. I’m guessing you’re still looking for a rig, so maybe you don’t know yet, but the extra aft support is kind of a nice feature of sweapt-backs, and will keep some of the pressure off the backstay(s).
@panzergaming9108 Жыл бұрын
its kind of funny i saw this video and realized we had the same dream i restored and am currently sailing/racing solo my 30ft Peterson sailboat that i restored and re-fitted by myself, it always makes me smile when i see these videos knowing people are following the same path
@flyboy61b Жыл бұрын
Great music on this one. And one more thing, this could not be done without a good woman by your side. You guys are a great team.
@MrRafterPL Жыл бұрын
Nice to see second life given to beautiful boat
@MrCrabbing Жыл бұрын
Can't believe its already been a year and you have made some great progress, even Paws looked impressed. Looking forward to seeing her sailing.
@markpearce2510 Жыл бұрын
Good work you guys are great we so much enjoy watching your yacht being built .Learning something new out of each episode Thanks Kind regards Chessi and Mark Sv Connoisseur Fremantle Western Australia 🇦🇺 🙏⚓️
@merterten4404 Жыл бұрын
I am following the project from start & admire your craftmanship. I think why I watch is to see how you handle MONSTROUS tasks without stress and with ease I also have a suggestion, I think you should edit&add "timelapse" to our video title - in example: "Sailboat Refit Timelapse". This will bring more followers to support and admire the project. Cheers.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
thanks! good suggestion. i might try that.
@KickstartYourVision Жыл бұрын
Awesome project and video💪a lot of hard work and skills
@cycle61 Жыл бұрын
Matt and Janneke, awesome work as always and thanks for the synopsis video! And one note...I love that Matt (and the captions) are starting to say "we" instead of "I". You two are a great team!
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
Hey Nick! Thanks!
@scottburbank3313 Жыл бұрын
You are really nailing it! We love your design of the dog house and all the detail that have gone into making it fit well. We can't wait to see the next summary video. It is fun to see it all happen in 10 minutes! We built a 45 foot RV and based on that experience, we would guess the fatigue factor of this great adventure is starting to kick in. We hope not. But, if it is, please know that we are big fans of what you are doing and can't wait to see more. Best of luck to you.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
such as a nice comment, thanks! Definitely some fatigue this week around grinding (feels endless) BUT it's over soon and on to more fun stuff!
@scottburbank3313 Жыл бұрын
@@TheDuracellProject Glad to hear you have more fun stuff just ahead. We look forward to seeing the finished work of art. Perhaps we can be part of the launch flotilla when the time comes. We rebuilt a 30 foot sailboat into an eco cruiser sans the mast and keel. It was a much simpler project than Duracell. But, we can identify a little with your process (We love upcycling stuff that is past its prime. Just like you and your team are doing)
@richhudnut5110 Жыл бұрын
Great job all, looking forward to seeing that splash
@chantedefelepe Жыл бұрын
Matt my hat off to you your boat is looking amazing great job
@chasingsunsets380 Жыл бұрын
That was a great recap
@johncorbett6497 Жыл бұрын
Good by Duracell 😪. Rest in peace ..........
@Arnaud58 Жыл бұрын
Think of it this way: The queen has passed away; Long live the king!
@johncorbett6497 Жыл бұрын
@@Arnaud58 Like the new king we shall have to wait and see...
@saylaveenadmearedead Жыл бұрын
A truism of our time on earth is that no one gets out alive, sad as it is to see old sailors and friends pass on, racing boats being outdated.... it seems like anything we can do to revive and restore old boats is a far cry from them being crushed and burying in the ground...
@PeterKNoone Жыл бұрын
Very cool. Thanks for putting that together.
@Brian-os9qj Жыл бұрын
Laborious, and before long a dream come true. Roll on, fair winds crew
@DobDog151 Жыл бұрын
Very cool to see how much progress you’ve made. 👏
@hellodarren Жыл бұрын
Great work! Looking forward to the next video!
@JohnJohn-cu7nk Жыл бұрын
I watch a few channels to learn how to fiberglass and from yours I've learnt the most about vacuum bagging👍. My other favourite is On The Hulls ,he's building a cat from scratch ,he allso manufacturers surf Kayak's
@gavinferguson Жыл бұрын
love the fact ive watchedc you almost since the beginning tremendous skills and imagination. good job both of you.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
and thanks for encouraging us from the beginning, Gavin!
@dick8193 Жыл бұрын
Great video, looking forward to what comes next.
@scottlees9661 Жыл бұрын
Solid work and great video! This is why I love being a Patreon supporting your work.
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
thank you Scott😊
@120Livi Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this project 😍😍
@TedKidd Жыл бұрын
Cool recap!
@richardsiddon610 Жыл бұрын
“The story so far”…Nice.🙂 Cheers guy’s!
@nena4215 Жыл бұрын
That was great even though I’ve seen all the episodes, it’s just amazing!
@bake162 Жыл бұрын
Amazing transformation, keep up the great work!
@caracamano71 Жыл бұрын
👍
@gauthierfaget4709 Жыл бұрын
Great job !
@ghislaindevouton5301 Жыл бұрын
This is an impressive work. It was fun to spot you two in PT at the wooden boat show last week. I didn't bother you by respect to your privacy. If you ever need composite help, I'd be happy to join a work party.
@fuzzyjax Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the interior refit.
@wayphun72 Жыл бұрын
Love it, great edit, thank you!
@mikemaliszewski3305 Жыл бұрын
I've been following for a while, just realized I missed the whole beginning. I'll have to go back and catch up.
@sfluendy Жыл бұрын
Great stuff. I still hate open cockpits - especially on a boat which is going to be used for sail training. But you know what you're about.
@billjeffery2419 Жыл бұрын
NICE RECAP
@troublekaliman Жыл бұрын
Amazing! Awesome work!
@claverton Жыл бұрын
She's going to be a very fast cruiser!
@sanfranciscobay Жыл бұрын
You're an ambitious person and taking on a complex build. At age 67, I find it easier to watch others.
@honuschannel7965 Жыл бұрын
That is a huge project. Thank you for sharing. I wonder where did you get the foams in seattle area. I see large sheets so it must be local.
@chono5894 Жыл бұрын
Beau travail, et bon courage !👌👌
@guachingman Жыл бұрын
Loved the bits. Do you ever get bored of laminating?, lol that was awesome
@jackpontiac9409 Жыл бұрын
Amazing progress, I can only imagine all the planning and forethought that goes into every step taken on this major project. Sending positive energy from across the straight in Victoria BC.
@paulgush Жыл бұрын
7:55 I had to watch to this point just to make sure you were going to fix the transom!
@sanfranciscobay Жыл бұрын
A friend of mine recently purchased a Trimaran Carbon Fiber Race Boat that's now in Honolulu Hawaii. I haven't seen pictures or details yet. Probably something that was expensive, got damaged and now is unwanted by most.
@barryandrews4316 Жыл бұрын
Hello Guys once again awesome vid..its cool to watch your sailboat refit..Thereis a utube channell Camara expeditions and they done the same as yous to a former whitbtread 80 you may like to watch..Thank you for the vids look forward to seeing Duracell back on the water..cheers
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
Yes we love the camara project. It’s very very cool.
@nikh400310 ай бұрын
Please do a year two!
@dcallan812 Жыл бұрын
Nice work 2x👍
@johnwishart7950 Жыл бұрын
wonderful
@russgaulke1364 Жыл бұрын
That about sums it up.
@dannyk3115 Жыл бұрын
Grate video
@chrislewis7894 Жыл бұрын
Hi Matt and Janneke, I am loving your videos and look forward to new editions every week as a subscriber. I also follow other boat restoration channels and think that yours is among the best: a perfect balance of story and technology with fantastic results. A difference between your story thus far and others is an absence of ugly discoveries. As I'm sure you know, old boats often reveal nasty surprises, especially after years on the hard. Though we've seen a few dead rats, have you discovered any of the rust, structural cracks or water penetration that can be common in older production boats? Is it simply that Duracell was built to a higher standard as a race boat? If you find any, I have no doubt that Matt can handle it!! Discussing this in an episode might help some viewers relate a bit better to your amazing project, since such discoveries are so common in other boat projects. Keep up the good work!!
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, it's a good point you make about the fact that we're not finding "ugly surprises" in Duracell. We met Rodger Martin (designer of Duracell) a few years back and he told us that mike plant built this boat extremely well. I believe the language Martin used was "like a brick shit house." Duracell was stored on the hard for 25 years, but John took care of the boat on the hard, including running a dehumidifier constantly. Before we moved Duracell, we hired a team of surveyors to come out to check the hull for delamination and moisture and they found none. Matt still decided to take a few core samples (before we moved the boat to our yard) and they came out bone dry. Duracell has good bones and we're so lucky to have this boat. It's a tried and true hull. -Janni
@alexanderngawaka2 ай бұрын
what data decided how big you could bulk out the cockpit? its so damn cool and smart, just wondering how the calculations happened. thanks!
@Hollywood5453 Жыл бұрын
Awesome work catdaddy..... I’ve been following last few months and haven’t watched every video but I’m curious, and no I’m no sailor like you but I do have a center console, however I’m curious, did you weigh everything you cut out and that which you put in ? Just interested to know how you’ll calculate for ballasts n buoyancy .... keep up the good work slick! Don’t rush it, water ain’t goin nowhere 😉
@TheDuracellProject Жыл бұрын
yes, we do weight everything that gets cut out and everything that goes in!
@karimacherif33517 ай бұрын
I listened to your interview on "On the Wind" yesterday and wanted to give you a shoutout on a job well done! I love how short this video was! Did you work with a naval architect to redesign the dog house and transom? How did you know what thickness of foam to use? I reinforced my keel from the bilge a few years ago and used eight 1/2 inch pieces with eight layers of fiberglass but no vacuum sealing. Never has it checked, but she definitely sailed closer to the wind with no keel wabble after I was done.
@TheDuracellProject7 ай бұрын
yes, we have the help of a naval architect for all the engineering projects. I'm using materials similar to how the boat was built and what was the best available to me.
@kurthoelter3495 Жыл бұрын
still worried about the open cockpit. maybe some drop boards back there?