Is this the Dutch Barge Of Our Dreams?

Come aboard the Dutch Barge Pania, Sarah and Tony travel down to Caversham Lakes, Reading, Tingdene Marina to see two Dutch Barges, introducing the Piper Dutch Barge 60m model
#dutchbarge#Frenchcanals#europeanwaterways

[@colinracheljustpootling7468]

Hey guys, didn’t see the same excitement from you for this one like the last. It does look very nice and the extra space really shows. In fact it’s absolutely massive. You got to make sure it’s the right one for you. Take care for now Colin & Rachel 💖

[@itsabargelife]

Hi guys , unfortunately we wear our heart on our sleeves , and the excitement comes straight from there, your going to know which one we like, look out for the aqualine voyager, see if the mood changes or not ? Appreciate your comments,, big thanks Tony Sarah xx

[@YallAintRight]

Good luck! I love Dutch barges! Excited for you!
Also, check the “dog box” for leaks.

[@itsabargelife]

Thanks, I did notice some water marks, dark streaks, in the corners, thanks for your comment, Tony Sarah

[@negativelybuoyant5835]

It looks nice, you will always get cracks cos the wood expands and shrinks.... we get that on our boat too 😊 and it depends how long the boat it's been left without heating.....
Good luck guy's 👍

[@itsabargelife]

Thanks for your comment, I must admit it did smell musty, perhaps not been heated or moved for a pretty long time , cheers , take care , stay safe Tony Sarah x

[@negativelybuoyant5835]

@@itsabargelife you too guy's and good luck 👍 😉

[@richness1644]

The cracks could be expansion cracks. That many could indicate bad fitting during construction.

[@Michelle_Schu-blacka]

I'm desperately saving to buy a Dutch barge that's at least 60ft but I'm concerned about limitations on where you can go.
Someone said it'll be fine around most of the network but I've seen some pretty low bridges and tight channels, especially the aquaducts.
I want space but I also want to cruise a lot.

[@itsabargelife]

Join the Dutch Barge Association, check out the forum , it has every topic you’ll need to know, from size to bridge clearance, our initial thoughts was a sixty foot barge , however we’ve learned that anything under 50ft saves you money on mooring fees , good luck, thanks for your comment, Tony Sarah x

[@Milkybar3320011]

Selfie, do as your told 😂

[@claremaidofthewave251]

Cracks, nooooooo walk away! Good luck in your search.

[@itsabargelife]

Thanks, I’m always concerned about cracks, thanks for your comment, our next viewing is a aqualine voyager, Tony Sarah x