Thanks Mick. It's been hard work as a solo boater at times. A bit honey at times too. I'm just about getting into my stride now so, it's all looking good.
Thanks Caroline. Foxton Locks, I feel, has been depicted as a challenge, which I have to say, if I was doing it on my own, would be. With assistance, it's a gift. Next time, over winter to see what's its like with CRT help. Heads fine now, thanks.
Foxton lock and Watford locks are the only narrow locks I done since I've had the boat. I'm looking forward to doing those narrow locks a some point. Thanks for the comment Kathy. You're catching up.
Finding your footing on the canals . . . boats, people, humanity, history . . . what’s not to like . . . watched twice - back to back . . . most excellent! Thank you, Chris . . . Job well done!
The nb build videos were quite brilliant, possessed as they were of your own refreshing style. Now you are on the cut, the content has been just as interesting and educational and entertaining. I watched this at around 6am this morning and it made my Tuesday as usual. Great idea for the Sandbag Sundays. Very easy communication and familiarity made that so watchable and funny.
Thanks Trevor. Not sure I have the whit of Tony. It's easy when you can bounce off someone else. I hope each week will offer something new, either in style or content. However, it is just me and I'm finding it more difficult than in the workshop. I'll improve.
Awesome... always learning something while watching and listening to your vlog. Great content. I read all of the comments and your replies. Took me a while to figure out the "plastics" that were discussed. Thank you, Chris.
I’m lost without context Andrew. Plastics? I’ll have to read them all to find out. Ooh. I’ve got it, Plastic explosive. A bit of PE clearing the ground, or creating a real life scenario on a range is all good fun. I remember setting off PE which was only the minimum distance in front of troops in a trench. Brilliant. The ground almost moved….well it did for those lads. They loved it. Realism. Mortars, helicopter landing to take away simulated casualty, heavy machine guns and grenade machine guns firing at a flank with overhead fire from a general machine gun. I was in my element. Loved it and miss it.
Hi Chris, what can we say that we haven't already, another fab vlog. We loved the Foxton Locks segment. Great content and pics. We know it there so was great to see it from your perspective. You re looking very self assured on your boat now, apart from banging your head🤣sorry we couldn't meet up last weekend, family illness took the time we had planned to arrange to. Catch up at sometime im sure. Looking forward to your next instalment. Lee & Ali
I’m getting to grips with the helmsman stuff. I find it easier to park in reverse than going forward. Mainly because on my own, I can step of the boat from the stern. The bow thruster makes a difference though. If you’re getting one, you won’t regret it and if you’re not, see if you can stretch your pockets. I’ll explain on the next Sandbag Sunday. Thanks Lee and Ali.
I am always too complimentary about your vlogs so I will not repeat myself now , just take it for granted my brother in arms. You wore, I believe , 3 or 4 Tee Shirts but I have a soft spot for the New Zealand one because a few years ago my daughter rode a bike from the North to the South of both islands for fun and charity. She did this with a girlfriend from Uni. The girlfriend still competes a lot in riding events, my daughter sold her bike after the adventure!!! It was very tough indeed. I believe they raised £11,000 . Both now live and work in Sydney with great careers and care of Loughborough Uni education. Proud Dad! I just wanted you to know that you, your boat and your vlogs add more to those that follow you by kick starting memories. Thank you.
Hard work North to South in NZ; and on both Islands. My daughter lives away too. China for 4 years, HK for 3 and now Jordan. Thank goodness for tech so we can FaceTime. Thanks Anthony
@@chrismears-inslowtime I have family all over and we try and Zoom on Sunday's. Whilst away last week I used a mobile dongle and phone and it worked really well. Better than my laptop to be honest. 😀
Another great vlog Chris. I've been watching narrowboat vlogs for quite a while and it's the first time I've seen those ice boats.... Nice one, already breaking new ground! No pun intended 😁
Two videos is quick succession. Nice. One thing that a lot of vloggers don't do is stop and review the town they are in, so I'd say that's a good touch. For sure, you can't have too much of the culture on the cut. Neighbours helping one another has got to be among the more attractive aspects of living on a narrowboat. It's just one of those things so lacking in this world and it's refreshing to see examples of decent folks just being themselves. Love the GRUMPY T-shirt. I'll have to try to get a copy of the other one for my son: my two granddaughters are quite the handful.
Yes. The daughters are a handful until they get to an age where, for me at least, I was able to understand them better. The teenage years were better for me than younger years. I think, the older one was 11 and I was on my own looking after them. one signer and no-one to play off with. Far easier. Canal people are very nice and Steve is testament to that. Not sure how many of those types are about though. Thanks Peter.
Morning Chris Glad to see your head healing up nicely, great volg 👍 Content was good, Dug a few trenches on Salisbury planes full a chalk Used a bit of the plastic to loosen it to get out as demonstrations Regiment in Warminster Going back to watch sandbag Sunday ,as I was busy Helping My brother with the ripe out on his bathroom , Great too seeing all the kids and the young gentleman helping you, looking like you’ll be having too clean the windows, all dose little handprints 😊 well this is what happens when you got a Nice narrowboat 👍👍👍👍🇬🇧
A bit of plastic makes all the difference in flint and chalk makes sense in hard to dig places. It's realistic and at least your cdrs planned for it. The hardest trench I dug was at Catterick, where I'm sure there is a layer of stone about one foot down. Window cleaning is on the list. They were good kids.
I cycled around Richmond Park last week and as I was going up a steep hill, my chain gave out and snapped. Only two slightly more elderly people stopped to ask if there was anything they could do to help - the rest, were in too much of a rush to care. Canal people seem to enjoy not only the slower pace of life but also the willingness to stop and help a fellow boater, and that was lovely to see. Safe travels, until next time Chris.
I think the fella Steve, was a great guy who went out of his way to tow Noggin' the Nog. I don't think many would have done so. But, today, I had some assistance from an unlikely sauce while most just stood about watching me struggle as. single hander in very winding conditions deal with a lock. Even fellow boater did little. I'll explain more on Sunday. Thanks for the comment Steve and I hope your bike is fixed.
@@chrismears-inslowtime LOL. At 60, I’m only a leisure cyclist Chris, and after that long walk home to Sutton, I won’t be forgetting my chain tool again - or my Oyster card. What’s the saying Chris about failing to prepare!
Hi Chris, Sorry Mate a bit late as I'm trying to sort stuff out before I'm away next Monday to the I O M for a week.. Back on the water again :) Great Vlog this week as Foxton Locks is a hard slog on your own even with CRT help. I'm Loving your selection of T shirts. your head is looking loads better... Hope Max is well. Stay Safe Bud, Kind Regards Old Skipper :)
Thanks Tim. It’s been a good week generally. I’ve had to have a word with myself about getting used to it. It’s different and difficult on your own. Nothing I didn’t expect but it’s taken a week or two to get used to it all. Sandbag Sunday discusses. Cheers Skip.
Great video, young fella. Thank you. My Mrs thinks you have lost a little weight.....Yes, I thought so too! You are looking good maneuvering the boat....Like a Boss, Chris.
The Mrs is right. My belt is being used on the 4th hole and it gets there comfortably. I get better as I get the hours and days pass. I don't often rub against the locks now but, the damage has been dine. Need some grey paint. Thanks Ian.
Thanks Jack. It's harder than I thought, filming and boating. If you want to lend a hand in the future, give me a shout. I think I've just about got the hang of the steering now. A light touch on the tiller and in the locks like, dare it say it........
@@chrismears-inslowtime get yourself sorted in London and when you head back up this way. I’ll get a train to an RV point and then crew for you for a few days.
Chris. Doing things in slow time is wonderful. Time to problem solve, reflect and get squared away. Nice to have support of a subscriber. I would offer the same but… the distance from Switzerland is a challenge. Loving the journey.
😃👏. Terrific vlog Chris, considering in one of your comments you mentioned it’s not easy boating AND filming at the same time! If your vlogs are this good already, we’ve all got a lot of great stuff coming our way THANK you 🌟👏 🍻Joan
Hi Joan. It is difficult and the amount of clips that don't make the edit table is quite substantial. The difference between being on the water and in the boat yard, I had very little time to put together a video and didn't control what happened. Here, I think there is too much choice and it'll take a while to find my feet. But, thanks for the vote of confidence.
They look daunting but with sufficient assistance, easy. I think Glenn was brilliant and directed the young lads who also did a great job. I just steered.
Thanks for the comment Greg. The ice boats and the horses was a good little dit for the history buffs. But, as I d=said, I bet that was hard work for the horses. We don't get winters like that anymore. Global warming perhaps!
Another great vlog, Chris. I'm really enjoying watching you suss out your new life - and a bit envious of you. Canal people seem to have a better moral code than the rest of us scampering around in the rat race. Looking forward to more episodes especially with the coming autumn (this summer has been too long & hot - even here in Ontario). "There is nothing-absolutely nothing-half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.” - Water Rat from `Wind in the Willows' (my late Mum's favourite kids book).
Hi Simon. I must confess having never read The Wind in the Willows. I never read a book until I was 19. We didn't have any books in the house, so there wasn't that level of inspiration. I was always told to get out of the house, rain and especially shine. The moral code, I can say, I've been lucky enough to see first hand and I felt for Pam and Nick whose boat I later saw fixed when I was at Foxton Locks. I think Steve was at the right place at the right time. A genuine fella. But, only today I also had that same hand of help, but for different reasons. I'll talk about that on Sandbag Sunday. Autumn - brings with it different experiences for us living on the water I assume.
As a Kiwi living in NZ I love the shirt in the outro, love to see you wear it more often. As a proud Kiwi, go and have a look at the Veladrome and the pool in the Com Games, The Kiwis are smashing it. Good luck with the boat.
That must have been a sight, 12 horses pulling an ice breaker, I wonder in single file or in pairs. Very interesting, thanks for the ride Chris, take care.
I reckon so too. The noise of the hoofs and as you say, pairs or single. Was there sufficient room for pairs on the tow paths. I bet they were not overgrown as they are now, so maybe pairs. Thanks Christine.
Bobby dazzler New Zealand silver fern polo shirt. I'm from NZ, living in Japan 40+ years and enjoying the video content even though you have transitioned from building to travel.
Just outside MK. I think in the next week, I'll be at my final destination. Thanks for your help mate. You were great, as were the young lads. It was easy due to your help. I hope to catch up with you when you're on the cut.
My Ex was on a military adventure training exercise for two weeks. She got it for me. It's good shirt so I still wear it irrespective of who bought it. By chance I got accepted for the RNZAF back in 2005. I had to turn it down as I promised my children, they wouldn't need to move again. Opportunity missed but for the right reasons I think.
Morning Chris! Really enjoyed this, good mix of content. I’ve stopped watching a few vlogs where the majority of the content is bow cam footage set to music, not enough interest there for me! I like your little military references too. Foxton and all staircases are amazing feats of engineering. Long time since I’ve been down there. Hope there’s enough water on the GU to get you to London without too much trauma. Glad to see the head injury is healing. Take care.
I don't think there is any excuse for boaters vlogging where they are a couple. It's very hard on your own, as soon as I turn the camera on, the bit required has gone, past or I'm now needing to adjust where the boat is pointing. I can understand why Cruising the Cut, did voice over all the time but, although a great voice over, I found boring for that reason. GU is now in good working order from Watford Locks. Just gone through Blissworth Tunnel. That was easy as I went through before all the traffic. My head is fine now, how about you?
@@chrismears-inslowtime I’m feeling good! Seeing the Cardiologist tonight hopefully to be given the remaining meds I need. I’m desperate to get out on the boat- sitting in the marina all the time isn’t what I planned. It’ll happen, I just need to be patient 🤣Take care, enjoy your cruising.
Didn't know that and as you say, hard times. People are finding it difficult today about the cost of living and how they are struggling. I'm reading George Orwell's The Road to Wigan Pier. That wasn't long ago historically and we're rich in material goods and services by comparison. Life must have been hard ore back then.
It didn’t take you long to appear as if you’ve been doing this for decades. I had been wondering how are you going to keep up the interest now that you’ve left the Fit Out Pontoon, but there was no need: the videos are just as interesting, perhaps more so. How do they make sure that someone doesn’t enter Foxton Locks only to find out there’s already a boat coming in the opposite direction and partway through the locks?
Thanks Martin. It has been a challenge trying to film, steer and ensure the camera is in focus. I'll get better and lots to improve upon. Foxton Locks have a bit of a hierarchy. There are workers, supervisors and lock keepers. The system is dependant on the numbers going up and down. At the bottom, there were three boats (me being one) waiting almost 4 hours to go up as the others came down. There is a gap in the middle, but that would be hard to navigate in a big boat. The challenge would come in winter when, CRT may not be present. I'm going to have to do that.
Y'all have great personalities 😊. You all must be fun to be around.👍
Thank you for the compliment Rebecca. have a great week.
Thanks for the vlog Chris…….looks like your enjoying yourself
Thanks Mick. It's been hard work as a solo boater at times. A bit honey at times too. I'm just about getting into my stride now so, it's all looking good.
Hi Chris are you loving your new life , You look like you are.
Yes mate, although, I'll explain in greater detail on Sandbag Sunday.
Hi Chris
If "More of the Same" is as good as this Vlog then we all have a lot to look forward to, Thank you.
Mel
Thanks Mel.
Like it like it How great you got all that help up foxton locks. Great shots early morning. Must say your heads looking a bit better lol have fun
Thanks Caroline. Foxton Locks, I feel, has been depicted as a challenge, which I have to say, if I was doing it on my own, would be. With assistance, it's a gift. Next time, over winter to see what's its like with CRT help. Heads fine now, thanks.
Enjoyed this episode Chris, brought back some memories of holidays on the canals and going both up and down Foxton lock's. Thank you.
Foxton lock and Watford locks are the only narrow locks I done since I've had the boat. I'm looking forward to doing those narrow locks a some point. Thanks for the comment Kathy. You're catching up.
Finding your footing on the canals . . . boats, people, humanity, history . . . what’s not to like . . . watched twice - back to back . . . most excellent! Thank you, Chris . . . Job well done!
Thank you Ron. At least you're keep the stats and views going.
The nb build videos were quite brilliant, possessed as they were of your own refreshing style. Now you are on the cut, the content has been just as interesting and educational and entertaining.
I watched this at around 6am this morning and it made my Tuesday as usual. Great idea for the Sandbag Sundays. Very easy communication and familiarity made that so watchable and funny.
Thanks Trevor. Not sure I have the whit of Tony. It's easy when you can bounce off someone else. I hope each week will offer something new, either in style or content. However, it is just me and I'm finding it more difficult than in the workshop. I'll improve.
Awesome... always learning something while watching and listening to your vlog. Great content. I read all of the comments and your replies. Took me a while to figure out the "plastics" that were discussed. Thank you, Chris.
I’m lost without context Andrew. Plastics? I’ll have to read them all to find out. Ooh. I’ve got it, Plastic explosive. A bit of PE clearing the ground, or creating a real life scenario on a range is all good fun. I remember setting off PE which was only the minimum distance in front of troops in a trench. Brilliant. The ground almost moved….well it did for those lads. They loved it. Realism. Mortars, helicopter landing to take away simulated casualty, heavy machine guns and grenade machine guns firing at a flank with overhead fire from a general machine gun. I was in my element. Loved it and miss it.
Hi Chris, what can we say that we haven't already, another fab vlog. We loved the Foxton Locks segment. Great content and pics. We know it there so was great to see it from your perspective. You re looking very self assured on your boat now, apart from banging your head🤣sorry we couldn't meet up last weekend, family illness took the time we had planned to arrange to. Catch up at sometime im sure. Looking forward to your next instalment. Lee & Ali
I’m getting to grips with the helmsman stuff. I find it easier to park in reverse than going forward. Mainly because on my own, I can step of the boat from the stern. The bow thruster makes a difference though. If you’re getting one, you won’t regret it and if you’re not, see if you can stretch your pockets. I’ll explain on the next Sandbag Sunday. Thanks Lee and Ali.
Me to abit envious
I am always too complimentary about your vlogs so I will not repeat myself now , just take it for granted my brother in arms. You wore, I believe , 3 or 4 Tee Shirts but I have a soft spot for the New Zealand one because a few years ago my daughter rode a bike from the North to the South of both islands for fun and charity. She did this with a girlfriend from Uni. The girlfriend still competes a lot in riding events, my daughter sold her bike after the adventure!!! It was very tough indeed. I believe they raised £11,000 . Both now live and work in Sydney with great careers and care of Loughborough Uni education. Proud Dad! I just wanted you to know that you, your boat and your vlogs add more to those that follow you by kick starting memories. Thank you.
Hard work North to South in NZ; and on both Islands. My daughter lives away too. China for 4 years, HK for 3 and now Jordan. Thank goodness for tech so we can FaceTime. Thanks Anthony
@@chrismears-inslowtime I have family all over and we try and Zoom on Sunday's. Whilst away last week I used a mobile dongle and phone and it worked really well. Better than my laptop to be honest. 😀
Another great vlog Chris. I've been watching narrowboat vlogs for quite a while and it's the first time I've seen those ice boats.... Nice one, already breaking new ground! No pun intended 😁
Thanks Wayne. Always looking to add value somewhere. No sure I'll be so lucky all the time. It's hard vlogging on your own. Particularly on the move.
Two videos is quick succession. Nice.
One thing that a lot of vloggers don't do is stop and review the town they are in, so I'd say that's a good touch. For sure, you can't have too much of the culture on the cut. Neighbours helping one another has got to be among the more attractive aspects of living on a narrowboat. It's just one of those things so lacking in this world and it's refreshing to see examples of decent folks just being themselves.
Love the GRUMPY T-shirt. I'll have to try to get a copy of the other one for my son: my two granddaughters are quite the handful.
Yes. The daughters are a handful until they get to an age where, for me at least, I was able to understand them better. The teenage years were better for me than younger years. I think, the older one was 11 and I was on my own looking after them. one signer and no-one to play off with. Far easier.
Canal people are very nice and Steve is testament to that. Not sure how many of those types are about though. Thanks Peter.
I must say it gives me a chuckle whenever I hear you say BobbyDazzler, My nickname back in the day. Love your vlogs even beyond the build.
Now, there's a thing in your S10 respirator. Thanks mate.
Morning Chris
Glad to see your head healing up nicely, great volg 👍
Content was good,
Dug a few trenches on Salisbury planes full a chalk Used a bit of the plastic to loosen it to get out as demonstrations Regiment in Warminster Going back to watch sandbag Sunday ,as I was busy Helping My brother with the ripe out on his bathroom ,
Great too seeing all the kids and the young gentleman helping you, looking like you’ll be having too clean the windows, all dose little handprints 😊 well this is what happens when you got a Nice narrowboat 👍👍👍👍🇬🇧
A bit of plastic makes all the difference in flint and chalk makes sense in hard to dig places. It's realistic and at least your cdrs planned for it. The hardest trench I dug was at Catterick, where I'm sure there is a layer of stone about one foot down.
Window cleaning is on the list. They were good kids.
I cycled around Richmond Park last week and as I was going up a steep hill, my chain gave out and snapped. Only two slightly more elderly people stopped to ask if there was anything they could do to help - the rest, were in too much of a rush to care. Canal people seem to enjoy not only the slower pace of life but also the willingness to stop and help a fellow boater, and that was lovely to see. Safe travels, until next time Chris.
I think the fella Steve, was a great guy who went out of his way to tow Noggin' the Nog. I don't think many would have done so. But, today, I had some assistance from an unlikely sauce while most just stood about watching me struggle as. single hander in very winding conditions deal with a lock. Even fellow boater did little. I'll explain more on Sunday. Thanks for the comment Steve and I hope your bike is fixed.
@@chrismears-inslowtime LOL. At 60, I’m only a leisure cyclist Chris, and after that long walk home to Sutton, I won’t be forgetting my chain tool again - or my Oyster card. What’s the saying Chris about failing to prepare!
@@smullen2000 I’ve never had a chain snap, ever. I’ve been cycling off and on for 50 years. That’s unfortunate. Punctures, had plenty.
Hi Chris, Sorry Mate a bit late as I'm trying to sort stuff out before I'm away next Monday to the I O M for a week.. Back on the water again :) Great Vlog this week as Foxton Locks is a hard slog on your own even with CRT help. I'm Loving your selection of T shirts. your head is looking loads better... Hope Max is well. Stay Safe Bud, Kind Regards Old Skipper :)
Thanks Tim. It’s been a good week generally. I’ve had to have a word with myself about getting used to it. It’s different and difficult on your own. Nothing I didn’t expect but it’s taken a week or two to get used to it all. Sandbag Sunday discusses. Cheers Skip.
Great video, young fella. Thank you. My Mrs thinks you have lost a little weight.....Yes, I thought so too! You are looking good maneuvering the boat....Like a Boss, Chris.
The Mrs is right. My belt is being used on the 4th hole and it gets there comfortably. I get better as I get the hours and days pass. I don't often rub against the locks now but, the damage has been dine. Need some grey paint. Thanks Ian.
Love these vids, your camera work is great. I must say your looking like a very seasoned helmsman already.
Thanks Jack. It's harder than I thought, filming and boating. If you want to lend a hand in the future, give me a shout.
I think I've just about got the hang of the steering now. A light touch on the tiller and in the locks like, dare it say it........
@@chrismears-inslowtime get yourself sorted in London and when you head back up this way. I’ll get a train to an RV point and then crew for you for a few days.
good work Chris like the history and engineering side keep it up👍
Thanks very much.
Great video Chris, looks like a lot of fun and a great community of boaters.
Thanks Paul. There are not many who go out of their way as much a Steve did in that video. He's a genuine one of a kind.
Chris. Doing things in slow time is wonderful. Time to problem solve, reflect and get squared away. Nice to have support of a subscriber. I would offer the same but… the distance from Switzerland is a challenge. Loving the journey.
Thanks John for the support and virtual offer of support. Appreciated. Switzerland must be nice though. Skiing, walking etc.
😃👏. Terrific vlog Chris, considering in one of your comments you mentioned it’s not easy boating AND filming at the same time! If your vlogs are this good already, we’ve all got a lot of great stuff coming our way
THANK you 🌟👏 🍻Joan
Hi Joan. It is difficult and the amount of clips that don't make the edit table is quite substantial. The difference between being on the water and in the boat yard, I had very little time to put together a video and didn't control what happened. Here, I think there is too much choice and it'll take a while to find my feet. But, thanks for the vote of confidence.
Blooming brilliant. Love your vlogs. Direct open honest. Not fluffed up. Those locks did look very daunting tho. Well done. Best wishes
They look daunting but with sufficient assistance, easy. I think Glenn was brilliant and directed the young lads who also did a great job. I just steered.
Looking forward to more of the same 😊 Have a good week 👍
Thanks Ann.
With all those people helping, you had a nice trip up the staircase. Thank you for a look at the ice boats. Cheers
Thanks for the comment Greg. The ice boats and the horses was a good little dit for the history buffs. But, as I d=said, I bet that was hard work for the horses. We don't get winters like that anymore. Global warming perhaps!
Another great vlog, Chris. I'm really enjoying watching you suss out your new life - and a bit envious of you. Canal people seem to have a better moral code than the rest of us scampering around in the rat race. Looking forward to more episodes especially with the coming autumn (this summer has been too long & hot - even here in Ontario).
"There is nothing-absolutely nothing-half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.” - Water Rat from `Wind in the Willows' (my late Mum's favourite kids book).
Hi Simon. I must confess having never read The Wind in the Willows. I never read a book until I was 19. We didn't have any books in the house, so there wasn't that level of inspiration. I was always told to get out of the house, rain and especially shine.
The moral code, I can say, I've been lucky enough to see first hand and I felt for Pam and Nick whose boat I later saw fixed when I was at Foxton Locks. I think Steve was at the right place at the right time. A genuine fella. But, only today I also had that same hand of help, but for different reasons. I'll talk about that on Sandbag Sunday. Autumn - brings with it different experiences for us living on the water I assume.
As a Kiwi living in NZ I love the shirt in the outro, love to see you wear it more often. As a proud Kiwi, go and have a look at the Veladrome and the pool in the Com Games, The Kiwis are smashing it. Good luck with the boat.
Please your competitors are doing so weak. With a small populations it's always good when there are stand out successes. Thanks Ross.
Thanks Chris, great video see you next week mate.
Thank you Arthur
That must have been a sight, 12 horses pulling an ice breaker, I wonder in single file or in pairs. Very interesting, thanks for the ride Chris, take care.
I reckon so too. The noise of the hoofs and as you say, pairs or single. Was there sufficient room for pairs on the tow paths. I bet they were not overgrown as they are now, so maybe pairs. Thanks Christine.
Bobby dazzler New Zealand silver fern polo shirt. I'm from NZ, living in Japan 40+ years and enjoying the video content even though you have transitioned from building to travel.
Interesting point Wayne - I’ve not transitioned. However pleased you still like it.
Hi Chris how is the boat is it everything you expected is the everything you might have done different👍
Hi Paul. In short: Yes. But I'll delve a little deeper on Sandbag Sunday.
Don't need to change it Chris. It's great as it is already BZ Mate.
Thanks Kev. Appreciate the support.
Hi I’m at Foxton now so I must be following you
I’ve just (literally) gone through Blissworth Tunnel. I enjoyed Foxton Locks.
Good work Chris! You should be half way home now?
Just outside MK. I think in the next week, I'll be at my final destination. Thanks for your help mate. You were great, as were the young lads. It was easy due to your help. I hope to catch up with you when you're on the cut.
I don't think anyone would mind if you dropped the arms thing on your outro now. I think that could be put in the boatyard nostalgia box now.
I see you point. Thanks.
Where did you get you New Zealand polo shirt from? Keep those vlogs coming, enjoying the contents. Cheers 🍻🇳🇿
My Ex was on a military adventure training exercise for two weeks. She got it for me. It's good shirt so I still wear it irrespective of who bought it.
By chance I got accepted for the RNZAF back in 2005. I had to turn it down as I promised my children, they wouldn't need to move again. Opportunity missed but for the right reasons I think.
Morning Chris! Really enjoyed this, good mix of content. I’ve stopped watching a few vlogs where the majority of the content is bow cam footage set to music, not enough interest there for me! I like your little military references too. Foxton and all staircases are amazing feats of engineering. Long time since I’ve been down there. Hope there’s enough water on the GU to get you to London without too much trauma. Glad to see the head injury is healing. Take care.
I don't think there is any excuse for boaters vlogging where they are a couple. It's very hard on your own, as soon as I turn the camera on, the bit required has gone, past or I'm now needing to adjust where the boat is pointing. I can understand why Cruising the Cut, did voice over all the time but, although a great voice over, I found boring for that reason.
GU is now in good working order from Watford Locks. Just gone through Blissworth Tunnel. That was easy as I went through before all the traffic.
My head is fine now, how about you?
@@chrismears-inslowtime I’m feeling good! Seeing the Cardiologist tonight hopefully to be given the remaining meds I need. I’m desperate to get out on the boat- sitting in the marina all the time isn’t what I planned. It’ll happen, I just need to be patient 🤣Take care, enjoy your cruising.
Many of the navigators building the canals and railways had wives and families with them. Hard times.
Didn't know that and as you say, hard times. People are finding it difficult today about the cost of living and how they are struggling. I'm reading George Orwell's The Road to Wigan Pier. That wasn't long ago historically and we're rich in material goods and services by comparison. Life must have been hard ore back then.
It didn’t take you long to appear as if you’ve been doing this for decades. I had been wondering how are you going to keep up the interest now that you’ve left the Fit Out Pontoon, but there was no need: the videos are just as interesting, perhaps more so.
How do they make sure that someone doesn’t enter Foxton Locks only to find out there’s already a boat coming in the opposite direction and partway through the locks?
Thanks Martin. It has been a challenge trying to film, steer and ensure the camera is in focus. I'll get better and lots to improve upon.
Foxton Locks have a bit of a hierarchy. There are workers, supervisors and lock keepers. The system is dependant on the numbers going up and down. At the bottom, there were three boats (me being one) waiting almost 4 hours to go up as the others came down. There is a gap in the middle, but that would be hard to navigate in a big boat. The challenge would come in winter when, CRT may not be present. I'm going to have to do that.