It's an exact replica of the four cylinder diesel engines that the Vikings used. Even the electronic fuel injection system uses all-wood construction with tar and hemp components. The fuel is a hybrid mixture of Mead and Ale and Sheep Urine. The propeller is made of Moose Antler and Bear Hide.
I really wanted to enjoy this video, but you lost me in the first 10 seconds when I see you cruising at about 8 knots with no oars and no sails. Unless you are moving under Odin power, I reckon this true replica comes with a petrol engine, batteries, and a whole lot of modern tech.
It warms my heart when I hear Europeans call the United States “The States” as if it’s a familiar brother. It does make sense though since most Americans are of European descent.
This boat has been sitting at Mystic Seaport in Connecticut ever since because no one wants to do it again and rightfully so. Must have been a God awful voyage.
THIS is a worthy adventure. Here is how we move forward, by learning from the past and seeing with our own eyes how to move across our planet and into the future.
I own a home near the only confirmed Viking site in North America(outside of Greenland, which is on the NA tectonic plate). By chance I was in the remote heart of the Strait of Belle Isle when the Draken sailed through with icebergs all around. I thought it was a wonderful coincidence. Too bad I can't insert one of the photos I took that afternoon.
Looks awesome and at the same time, cold, wet, never a dry spot to sleep. To think Vikings sailed from Norway to Canada to Constantinople with this technology is simply amazing
Herre og damer, dette er et så vakkert kunstverk, og en så god konstruksjon. Takk for at du deler en del av din kultur med oss, dette er fantastisk! Jeg er en norsk-amerikansk tredje generasjon norsk fra Tacoma / Seattle, Washington. Takk igjen!
It's an exact replica of the four cylinder diesel engines that the Vikings used. Even the electronic fuel injection system uses all-wood construction with tar and hemp components. The fuel is a hybrid mixture of Mead and Ale and Sheep Urine. The propeller is made of Moose Antler and Bear Hide.
I really wanted to enjoy this video, but you lost me in the first 10 seconds when I see you cruising at about 8 knots with no oars and no sails. Unless you are moving under Odin power, I reckon this true replica comes with a petrol engine, batteries, and a whole lot of modern tech.
It warms my heart when I hear Europeans call the United States “The States” as if it’s a familiar brother. It does make sense though since most Americans are of European descent.
to Scotland, Shetland, Iceland, Grönland and finally to Vinland !
This boat has been sitting at Mystic Seaport in Connecticut ever since because no one wants to do it again and rightfully so. Must have been a God awful voyage.
Though I am proud of my work with Polynesian Voyaging Society, I wish, culturally, I could have been part of this project.
Bad news for the oarsmen: Captain is putting on his water skis!
THIS is a worthy adventure. Here is how we move forward, by learning from the past and seeing with our own eyes how to move across our planet and into the future.
I own a home near the only confirmed Viking site in North America(outside of Greenland, which is on the NA tectonic plate). By chance I was in the remote heart of the Strait of Belle Isle when the Draken sailed through with icebergs all around. I thought it was a wonderful coincidence. Too bad I can't insert one of the photos I took that afternoon.
I have a question: in the beginning of this clip there is quite some speed in the ship but I don`t see a sail. Is there an engine in the ship?
Looks awesome and at the same time, cold, wet, never a dry spot to sleep. To think Vikings sailed from Norway to Canada to Constantinople with this technology is simply amazing
Herre og damer, dette er et så vakkert kunstverk, og en så god konstruksjon. Takk for at du deler en del av din kultur med oss, dette er fantastisk! Jeg er en norsk-amerikansk tredje generasjon norsk fra Tacoma / Seattle, Washington. Takk igjen!
Beautiful. I started reading about the Vikings way back in 1966. Started with the Classic book THE LONG SHIPS.
We Will be there in Montreal ❣so happy to be à visual part of your FANTASTIC trip💫
Fascinating and beautiful...
I saw Draken, on the hard in mystic Connecticut a few years ago. I fortunately saw it relaunched! So amazing!
Wow, you guys are awesome!
She sails beautifully. Far better than expected.
Thanks so much for sharing these voyages with us!!!!
Wow guys, amazing journey!