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Peter Sripol's Latest Adventure: From Cardboard Dreams to Amphibious Reality
Peter Sripol, the renowned YouTuber known for his boundless creativity and ambitious do-it-yourself projects, is back with another captivating build in his latest video, "DIY Cheapest mini Amphibian BOAT!". At TotalBoat, we're always excited to see what Peter engineers next,...
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Peter Sripol's Latest Adventure: From Cardboard Dreams to Amphibious Reality
Peter Sripol, the renowned YouTuber known for his boundless creativity and ambitious do-it-yourself projects, is back with another captivating build in his latest video, "DIY Cheapest mini Amphibian BOAT!". At...
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Rebuilding a Forward Hatch with Finding Freedom
Hey there, boaters and DIY enthusiasts! This week, we're casting off with a fantastic new TotalBoat ambassador, Evan, the adventurer behind the YouTube channel Finding Freedom. In his latest video, ‘Rainy...
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Deck Drama and a Big Upgrade: Sailor Barry Rebuilds for the Long Haul
This week on the blog, we’re spotlighting one of our newer TotalBoat ambassadors, Sailor Barry, who, along with his partner Haley, faced a major setback aboard their beloved Thunderchild. In...
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A New Project Is Born at the Wooden Boat Show
Setting the Scene: Mystic’s Wooden Boat Show The 33rd annual Wooden Boat Show in Mystic, Connecticut, was, as always, a celebration of craftsmanship, history, and community. With blue skies overhead...
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One Last Job for the V-Bottom Skiff: A TotalBoat Finish with Lou Sauzedde
Before the V-bottom skiff made its journey to Minnesota at the end of 2024, Louis Sauzedde gave it one final coat of love, and let us in on the process....
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Splash Day, Superyacht Style: Sailing Sunday Returns to the Water
After a seven-month hiatus and a cross-country RV adventure with a brand-new crew member in tow, the Sailing Sunday family is finally back where they belong—on the water. This week’s...
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Louis Sauzedde Is Back in the Shop — And Back on YouTube!
, or shop After a long-awaited return, TotalBoat ambassador Louis Sauzedde of Tips From a Shipwright is back — and his beloved boatbuilding wisdom is already in full swing. For...
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The Ultimate Guide to Caring for Teak with TotalBoat
Teak is prized for its natural beauty, durability, and resistance to the harsh marine environment—but even teak needs a little TLC to stay looking its best. Whether you're restoring gray,...
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Gleam vs. Lust: Which TotalBoat Varnish is Right for Your Brightwork?
If your boat’s brightwork is looking a little dull—or you’re gearing up for your first-ever varnishing job—chances are you're choosing between TotalBoat Gleam and TotalBoat Lust. Both are premium marine...
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Bottom Paint Breakdown: What You Need to Know Before You Paint
Ah, bottom paint season—when boatyards come alive with sanding, scraping, and painting as everyone gets their boats ready for splash. If you're one of the many boaters wondering, “Which bottom paint...
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Fairing the Transom on a Bertram 25 with Andy from Boatworks Today
In the latest Boatworks Today episode, Andy Miller brings us into the dusty, repetitive, and oddly satisfying world of fairing—this time focusing on the transom of his Bertram 25. After...
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Hull Overhaul with Beau and Brandy Sailing
Last we checked in with Beau and Brandy Sailing, they were revamping their boat hatches and tackling the usual DIY boat life challenges with a healthy dose of humor and determination...
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