Watch Leo Goolden as he brings back the 47’ teak-planked TALLY HO to the glorious gaff cutter she was when launched over a hundred years ago in England. This vessel, designed by Albert Strange, lies under a shed in Sequim, WA, that Leo built next to the shop/apartment he rejuvenated—helped out occasionally by Poncho the parrot and Brian the dog.
The backstories, and there are many, can be found on Leo’s website, his Facebook postings, and on the Albert Strange Association’s TALLY HO pages.
In addition, Leo wrote a piece on TALLY HO for SOUNDINGS Magazine – “Tally Ho, Adventure! The Quest to Put a 1927 Fastnet Winner Back on the High Seas”.
May 2, 2020 – Episode 71: Building the Deck Structure!
TALLY HO’s resurrection seems to be building momentum. Leo and crew continue with the deck structure, deftly shaping the joints for the carlins and half-beams. They also make templates for the bronze floors which will take the place of the original wrought iron pieces. It’s quite a sight to see TALLY HO’s shapely deck come into view.
Jeff Powell says:
I am a lifelong sailor and find the Tallyho project and Leo’s craftsmanship to be incredible. With the installation of the deck beams things are really taking shape. I am anxious as always for the next installment.
Trevor Burdon says:
Like many watching on I expect. Awe-struck by the skills on display here by the incredibly competent Leo and his team. Well done!
Roy Henderson says:
What a Great project, definitely a work of love.