Just out for the day

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  • A simple day sail in company on the Rade de Brest in Brittany, just enjoying the sun and the scenery - as well as visiting a bar together.
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  • @1949dodgejm
    @1949dodgejm ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very well said at the end,
    You & others like you have inspired me to get out there & partake in this contagious hobby. I put it off for a year and tried to get it out of my psyche.
    Didn't work.
    Then last yr I searched out a mentor, an 80yr old guy appeared who needed deck hands . We all had a blast!
    Now I have my own 12' howmar, learning as I go.
    It's so much nicer doing it, than talking about it. Praise God.
    And thank you ! Love your boat .
    John
    Mascuppic lake
    Tyngsborough, ma. 🇺🇸

  • @quarlow1215
    @quarlow1215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Can't think of a better way to spend a little leisure time.

  • @ianpaul6931
    @ianpaul6931 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Thanks Roger! Love how calm you are launching, anchoring, and docking. No panic, just laid back sailing. I learn because you post. Thanks from BC Canada.

  • @MattnUska
    @MattnUska 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Great video! Not every video needs to be an epic adventure. It is relaxing to watch you sail. Sometimes that’s what people need.

  • @kernowbuoy8067
    @kernowbuoy8067 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some days when nothing much happens turn out to be the best days. Merci

  • @okiedoke6373
    @okiedoke6373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Man I'm glad you posted I sure need this

  • @RobbsHomemadeLife
    @RobbsHomemadeLife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I liked the sailing, but actually, I most enjoyed the brilliant sunlight as you were backlit getting off the boat at the ramp and the golden colors and silhouetted people on the dock.

  • @marktaskerlyngfarm7596
    @marktaskerlyngfarm7596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your parting words; medicine for the soul. Lovely film, thank you Roger.🙏🌞

  • @harleyjune1233
    @harleyjune1233 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    live to work, vs work to live - a wonderful discussion in the states, we love to plan our outings and then follow through, life too short to not be outside, on land or water - wonderful outing - fighting green monster of envy:)

  • @knucker4931
    @knucker4931 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Very relaxing!
    Reminded me of 'The Detectorists' when weren't finding anything and would look at each other and one would say 'Pub?'
    Best wishes
    Al

  • @colinbethell9549
    @colinbethell9549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video and a great reminder that we dont need to be Shackleton every time we go out, but just make the most of the day. Wonderful.

  • @jeffjewell7400
    @jeffjewell7400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Never “just” a day out….always beautiful and always appreciated. Thanks for Canada!

  • @lot175
    @lot175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the red ensign flying in the background !

  • @michaelmcclafferty3346
    @michaelmcclafferty3346 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoyed your video a lot Roger. Thanks very much.
    I have to sell my beautiful Shetland Yoal sailboat due to my back problems but realise my best sailing days were always about just going where the wind took me around Findhorn bay in Scotland. Sailing in Brittany looks just sublime.

  • @lauramaunder7152
    @lauramaunder7152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your 'ordinary' day made my day better.....Thank you Roger.

  • @jonjudge41
    @jonjudge41 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I'm sure you appreciate this already but (at least the parts we see of it) you seem to live a wonderful life :) Being able to go for a day sail to a sleepy french pub is pretty special.

    • @afloatinawoodenboat
      @afloatinawoodenboat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sure is! Not something we really get to do in Tasmania - far too much wilderness between watering holes!

    • @dt3434
      @dt3434 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@afloatinawoodenboat And Port Phillip too boring.

    • @afloatinawoodenboat
      @afloatinawoodenboat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dt3434 that’s no good - I’ve not sailed port Phillip before.

  • @cedarbrake1309
    @cedarbrake1309 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you from Texas. Most enjoyable 1/4 hour. 👍⛵️🔥

  • @cassianocauepossasporto9373
    @cassianocauepossasporto9373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This. This is sailing. No rush to get there. No worries with performance. No pretentious boats, gears or gadgets. No place for ego.
    Just enjoying another amazing day. Arriving to places with the help of the wind. Learning the rhythm of the ocean.

  • @seashepherds4959
    @seashepherds4959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Always a wonderful respite from the tumbles and jumbles of daily land life. Thank you.

  • @romantiachristiana5147
    @romantiachristiana5147 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you, Roger. The same day, I found little wind on the Rance and in the Saint-Malo bay. As you say, sailing involves a sense of routine and the ordinary - and a sense of wonder in the world that surrounds us.

  • @plymouthwelshboy
    @plymouthwelshboy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every day on the water is a little micro-adventure and commune with nature. Great film as always - thanks

  • @richardreedy117
    @richardreedy117 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, daily life is interesting. A nice, quiet outing is calming. Very much enjoyed your video. Thank you!!

  • @daffindogtown
    @daffindogtown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Enjoyed this "ordinary" day of yours, it brought a ray of sunshine into my day. Thanks Roger.

  • @lesbigorneaux2004
    @lesbigorneaux2004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Merci encore M. Barnes, pour ce petit jour d'automne.

  • @quentinwoods8811
    @quentinwoods8811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Roger
    Again and again you slow time for us..
    Appreciate the sculling camera angle too.
    Cheers from eastern Aus

  • @willeel3750
    @willeel3750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Every day on the water is a gift. You're a wise man, Roger.

  • @johnstephen2869
    @johnstephen2869 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I too enjoyed your‘ordinary’ day, it was wonderful thanks.

  • @Flexaret
    @Flexaret 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We don't always need an adventure, it's good to step back from our everyday responsibilities even for just a little while and live in the moment. As always thanks for sharing your day.

  • @CoolBreeze640
    @CoolBreeze640 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really enjoyed this. 🙂

  • @KenDay
    @KenDay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Another beautiful video Roger. Thank you for sharing the day with us. I’d watch these every evening.

  • @daveblogs5019
    @daveblogs5019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yay..its a new vid day.. Thanks Roger 😁👍

  • @jctothel
    @jctothel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Fucking wonderful Roger! This has brightened my evening immensely!

    • @maxflight777
      @maxflight777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sometimes you need profanity to describe the impact Roger’s videos have ! So beautiful and heart-warming .
      A good antidote to modern times.

    • @jctothel
      @jctothel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxflight777 Exactly! Glad someone understands how I feel about Roger’s excellent and heartwarming videos!

  • @astrorad2000
    @astrorad2000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Roger! Nothing more to say.

  • @Cyrille8
    @Cyrille8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Everyday is an adventure !
    .
    Thank you Roger for all your videos.

  • @brucebrown9604
    @brucebrown9604 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Josh Macrae's "Messing about on the river" revisited and wonderfully illustrated! Thank you for sharing!

  • @wendysalter
    @wendysalter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What could be better...Very calming for the mind, thank you.

  • @pshearduk
    @pshearduk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for bringing us along Roger 🙏🏼

  • @glennesbit5069
    @glennesbit5069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm glad you shared this small adventure. Lovely.

  • @davidpickett
    @davidpickett 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lovely video Roger. Thanks for sharing this.

  • @rsb62rsb
    @rsb62rsb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ahhh…. That’s better. Lovely film, merci beaucoup.

  • @paulobaptista6026
    @paulobaptista6026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    beautiful reflection at the end of the video... thanks! :) God bless.

  • @celiapage7002
    @celiapage7002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Roger, What a beautiful video! Your closing words hit the cord. Thank you from an old man who stills works but dreams of sailing in small boats. Roger, you keep my dream alive through your videos and down home commentary. Long live the Queen! A yankee in Arizona.

  • @hendrikarqitekt6286
    @hendrikarqitekt6286 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Roger, your french language has improved remarkably.

  • @SailingMalie
    @SailingMalie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice Roger. Just a day out on the water that's what it's all about. Well Done!!

  • @richardredling3291
    @richardredling3291 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Roger for sharing a simple day out on the water. Any time sailing is time well spent.

  • @damoog5985
    @damoog5985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's always a special moment when the latest Barnes lands on TH-cam. After the epic Venice episode, this was a nice "entremet" - thanks for sharing.

  • @Neptuneboy1959
    @Neptuneboy1959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hah, my home waters, Rade de Brest, as I've lived afloat 3 years here, based in Camaret for the long stormy winters, and anchoring, exploring Atlantic coast, all summer. I love seeking out those endless nooks and crannies of the Rade, even though my 1.7m draft scrapes bottom occasionally. I used to be an avid wayfarer dinghy cruiser, in Suffolk, coastal, estuaries and muddy creeks, with many adoptions to camp, and sail in most conditions.
    If I could find somewhere to store, ashore here, I'd have a simple dayboat, dinghy, even sailing canoe to these magical places.
    Very inspired by your video. Thank you.

    • @stephenburnage7687
      @stephenburnage7687 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am slowly making my way back to Europe in a 34ft boat and have been wondering where best to live aboard (6 months a year). Don't want the temperatures of the Mediterranean or Iberian Perninsuar so thought about either the Zuiderzee (Netherlands) or Brittany.. Why did you choose Camaret and would you recommend it?

    • @Neptuneboy1959
      @Neptuneboy1959 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stephenburnage7687 although it can be very heavy skies, wet, misty, storms Dec to Feb, the temperatures are always moderate, being well out into Atlantic. It's probably the cheapest winter berth in France, although I've heard Dinan town quay is a great proposition, upriver from St Malo, if your draft modest, and totally protected, with a great ancient town.
      Camaret is small, isolated, far from Brest, just a daily bus, 7am, €2, but has one of everything needed, pharmacist, post office, v well stocked big supermarket, 2 boulangerie, and many bars, bistro, small restaurants, fish sellers, Chandler, sailmaker. Mostly, it's stunningly beautiful raw nature, ever changing sky, light, and easy going, unpretentious people, that make it home for me, and wows friends that visit. It can get many storms though, some winters, but last winter was exceptionally calm, barely any.

    • @stephenburnage7687
      @stephenburnage7687 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Neptuneboy1959 Thank-you for the feedback! Much appreciated. I am still a year or two away, (currently in Panana, halfway on my expedition from Vancouver, Canada back to the UK) but will look out for you once I get there!

  • @billywhizz6483
    @billywhizz6483 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a wonderful trip, a perfect day on the water! Many thanks for sharing.

  • @SgtBrewdawg
    @SgtBrewdawg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Roger for another wonderful video ⛵️

  • @joyliansailing8096
    @joyliansailing8096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Roger. Loved the postscript. Enjoy the simple!

  • @andypennybrown6848
    @andypennybrown6848 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Totally agree with that Roger keep having fun!

  • @johnranyak1374
    @johnranyak1374 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I hope one day to have the skills with wind conditions as you do. Thanks for the lesson.

  • @danielforde-pogson
    @danielforde-pogson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bloomin' lovely as always, Roger. Merci beaucoup! Ooh, love the subtitles too! Although I always enjoy the French.

  • @davidbarrett7424
    @davidbarrett7424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your closing words are soo true Roger. Thank you for bringing a simple peaceful sail to our screens. In this busy world I for one am guilty of not seeing enough pleasure in the simple things - thank you for the reminder to slow down and savour life iteself.

  • @JosefMarc
    @JosefMarc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect. Thanks Roger. I'm known more as a musician than a sailor but it's the same. Playing a seaside pub on such a day, there's nothing to report to TH-cam but I love watching the sailors like you tying up for a bite with a friend. Hi from Florida where pubs are tiki huts and we feel the connection.

  • @Pawdee
    @Pawdee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wonderful, Roger -thank you.

  • @jameslloyd7402
    @jameslloyd7402 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video Roger.

  • @ryder6070
    @ryder6070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Roger

  • @robertseaman2254
    @robertseaman2254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful roger give so much pleasure watching and taking in that special atmosphere Robert norfolk

  • @sadretroy2352
    @sadretroy2352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Roger. 👍⚓️

  • @nesleinf
    @nesleinf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are absolutely right. This was a video of pure sailing for the joy of it. And what a nice video 👌

  • @TruckerOak
    @TruckerOak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful video of a lovely day out on the water. Thank you kindly for sharing this Roger. All the best to you!

  • @clinkerboats
    @clinkerboats ปีที่แล้ว

    A nice account of your day out sailing with a friend. Very enjoyable to watch. Thank you for posting these videos, Roger.

  • @ildut4921
    @ildut4921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Merci Roger pour le merveilleux partage, ce moment d'harmonie avec la nature, et ce beau soleil 👍🏻🙏😎

  • @trosmeneth
    @trosmeneth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Magical Roger, thank you.

  • @robmarykunzig5533
    @robmarykunzig5533 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Roger for all you do for us out here - wishing we were out there sailing next to you. Thank you ! R

  • @brianinbrisbane6632
    @brianinbrisbane6632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely views there at your cafe stop. I'd love to have a little boat to sail around but Northampton has just a few small lakes or waterways and the vosts to sail there seem over the top.

  • @OldJong
    @OldJong 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Most of the times, we only need a little bit of wind in the sails so the boat can makes tranquil progress against the current.

  • @gregsaunders9472
    @gregsaunders9472 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you- greatings from sunshine coast australia

  • @jrbergen
    @jrbergen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant Roger. Thsnk you.

  • @styx85
    @styx85 ปีที่แล้ว

    That Elfyn is a rather beautiful boat.

  • @andyjarman4958
    @andyjarman4958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watched this a second time and nodded off!

  • @chrisbirch3765
    @chrisbirch3765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice Roger, always good to see your exploits, keep on keeping on matey.

  • @dugalreid8933
    @dugalreid8933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wonderful merci

  • @2BitCarnyHypnotist
    @2BitCarnyHypnotist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for making these videos! You clearly put a lot of effort into them and it shows. Always amazing

  • @rogberube6422
    @rogberube6422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfectly agree with you, Roger. I love that kind of video. Thanks.

  • @andrewanastasovski1609
    @andrewanastasovski1609 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your friend has a pretty cool boat.

  • @grumpyoldman2744
    @grumpyoldman2744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another awesome video thank you Rodger

  • @Kevin-xs6oj
    @Kevin-xs6oj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I thoroughly enjoy to excellent work! You are a master!

  • @Kameleonline
    @Kameleonline 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    These videos are starting to take an air of classic french cinema.... (with a touch of the Barry Normans at the end). I love it. Soon, you'll be invited to Cannes... More please. It's therapy just as much as it is sailing.

  • @ashleyhoward8926
    @ashleyhoward8926 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm about Roger's age & i came here from "the Toy dolls" singing nellie the elephant. Thanks Roger, keep up the good work.

  • @gunnarbech
    @gunnarbech 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of your ‘ordinary sails’ made into a treat for us! Thanks again, Roger Barnes :)

  • @gordonstewart8258
    @gordonstewart8258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Nothing really happened. Just sailing around the Rade, visiting a bar." Sounds perfect.

  • @MrBrianc1975
    @MrBrianc1975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic relaxing video Roger. Have you thought of maybe vidoeing a walk around your town?

  • @hedleyjackson5131
    @hedleyjackson5131 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the sort of day that appeals to me, take the family for a sail lunch in a pub by the sea river, then take the boat home. Just need find the right setup.

  • @afloatinawoodenboat
    @afloatinawoodenboat 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely! To be fair, almost all of our days on the water are these lovely types of “adventures”. That’s what the kids love, and those are the memories they will keep that will ultimately draw them back to the water later in life. Thanks again for a great video! More of these please :) although don’t stop the grand adventures either!

  • @Vince-ml9gw
    @Vince-ml9gw ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect! Absolutely loved the video. I recently purchased your book and have begun reading it. Meanwhile I’m nearing completion of an Ian Oughtred Auk at 7’ 10”. Looking forward to adventure on the lake this summer. Thank you Roger for inspiration and sharing great information!

  • @fredbustin3788
    @fredbustin3788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed it!

  • @cdennisb
    @cdennisb 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Terrific to see you out on the water again! Totally agree with your message……sometimes it’s enough just to be sailing and enjoying the day. Cheers!

  • @desdeelmuelle4085
    @desdeelmuelle4085 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    que excelente video roger!

  • @daleskidmore1685
    @daleskidmore1685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A day like that would do for me Roger.

  • @caferratti
    @caferratti 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much!

  • @jamieminton172
    @jamieminton172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What everyone else has said!!! Curiosity... What were those fellows at the ramp collecting/catching?

    • @RogerRoving
      @RogerRoving  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They were cleaning and de-beaking a load of cuttlefish.

    • @afloatinawoodenboat
      @afloatinawoodenboat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes my boys wondered too!

  • @alvee264
    @alvee264 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great day.

  • @peterbedford2610
    @peterbedford2610 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Living the dream

  • @pikethree
    @pikethree 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought the adventure was going to begin on the slippery boat ramp, cars do struggle with swimming sometimes 🙂

  • @liamstone3437
    @liamstone3437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your sails appear to be something other than Dacron. Are they some kind of linen or cotton sail cloth?

    • @aNaturalist
      @aNaturalist ปีที่แล้ว

      He answered this on a different video. I can't remember exactly what he said, but I think it's a heavier weight dacron with a weave pattern that makes it look more like cotton.

  • @TheSoling27
    @TheSoling27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you -- wondering if you will be doing anymore design charette videos ..

  • @carmellewis2466
    @carmellewis2466 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Formidable! And fab music comme d'habitude!

  • @mickymack1230
    @mickymack1230 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video Rodger as always, couldn't agree more, we need more connection with nature and i find your videos very relaxing.Camera is great by the way.