297. American sailors try canal boating (Gone With The Wynns!)

[@CruisingTheCut]

If you're a fan of boating on KZbin you surely must know Nikki and Jason Wynn, ex-RVers turned global sailors. Now having a brand new boat built, they decided to take a little time out to visit Britain and have a go at narrowboating. So I sorted them a 10-day trip on the Llangollen Canal. See their video of the trip at kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGm9ZHdmfq1lhdU And their channel at www.youtube.com/@gonewiththewynns Marina location: maps.app.goo.gl/M4XRtix7oX22YUZb6 My prior video about classic narrowboat "Saturn" can be viewed at kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJysdWuilNtka6M See my campervan trip video to meet the Wynns at kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWbJaKmPr6yHZtU Boat hired from ABC Leisure Group www.everythingcanalboats.com/holidays/ With thanks to my Patron "Martin L" for the video title :-)

[@SamSitar]

the slow pace would let me enjoy the trip.

[@lajonesauthor]

Love the Wynn's! Great job behind the scenes of their adventure

[@zapfanzapfan]

Never heard of (except from your earlier video) but they seem lovely. Too bad you couldn't introduce them to Eurovision 🙂

[@ONLYJOKING101]

Was that ellesmere you started at?

[@adrianmichell2751]

They had an old large RV one problem after another and just when things were going smooth a flat tire ! The lady never seemed to keen on it ! When they went to a catamaran totally different vibes ! Great news they are stepping up to custom new build ! Wel done ! Thankyou for another fantastic video !

[@gonewiththewynns]

FIRST!!! 😉 A HUGE thanks to David for helping to organize our trip entire trip including personalized taxi service, brown sauce education and the iconic Greggs. I still can't believe that we had the #KingOfTheCanals with us for our very first Narrowboat adventure. He was even more lovely in person and we can't wait for our next trip together. Jungle River Cruise? Navigating the Amazon? Canal du Midi? We're open to suggestions.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Canal du Midi, definitely 😍 It was such a joy meeting you at long last, I wish I hadn’t had to dash off that first evening. We must definitely sort something out again 😀

[@RyanDuffy]

When steering the narrowboats was compared to a container ship 🚢 I instantly thought of the ship that got stuck in the Suez Canal.

[@davidlasoff8261]

David, the Wynns may be superstar sailing vloggers but YOU are one of the OG canal boating vloggers! Glad you're keeping us entertained and informed with CruisingTheCut!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Haha thank you

[@davidlasoff8261]

@@CruisingTheCut You are most welcome!

[@mottmott5156]

I agree David is the star vlogger, I can watch his vlogs all day. 🌟🌟. Janet

[@JamRock_Jr.]

Absolutely agree with this statement

[@robertmoctezuma304]

Came to see David and CTC, stayed for the Wynns...synergy!

[@sylusasher3456]

As a Texas beekeeper I find myself thinking how fantastic it would be to have a few hives poised atop the narrow boat and pollinate the spectacular countryside.

[@opathe2nd973]

Absolutely Brilliant! I'm a Yank who once spent 60 days with my wife on the New York and Ontario canals and let me say I am so proud of your production. Oh how I wish we could have experienced this trip and you chose one of the best journeys to show them British canaling. And they are a delightful couple to work with and showed you Brits that we can be great peoples.. Thank you David - a home run once again.

[@IheartGSD]

I was brought here by Nikki and Jason. I have been watching their channel for years. I've watched several of your videos now and truly have enjoyed them. I think I'll subscribe!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you

[@richardsaunders3082]

David, it is truly a pleasure to watch you in your role as extended ambassador of narrowboating. You now have a relaxed feel to both the videos and your persona !!! Thanks for yet another Great video !!

[@neil1150]

What a treat, my favourite channel, as your guests, well done and thank you 👍

[@Vegathlete]

This was just what this channel needed and as an American, so did I. This charismatic and gamely couple made it clear why narrow boating is so great. It allows you to continuously take in an abundance of interesting beauty, charm, and challenge at a pace your brain and senses can actually keep up with. "And no ducks were harmed in the making of this video."

[@alexisr5199]

Oh that was fun and a half. TY for hosting the Wynn's... and now I have found you and your channel of adventures. 😁

[@CruisingTheCut]

Hello! Thanks for coming along 😀

[@53Peterbilt]

As a fan of both of your channels. it was great to see you all come together into one shared episode! I've followed the Wynns since their earliest travel videos, and I've followed you since you first bought your own boat. These kids have always got an eye out for a new fun experience, and this narrowboat trip, I'm sure, did not disappoint. I know that I'd Love to do one myself! Cheers to you all!

[@ranchgal3006]

David your the King! So delightful! Glad they got us acquainted with you!

[@ot0m0t0]

What is this, a crossover episode? NICE!

[@timlundahl4571]

What a wonderful Sunday morning “double feature” with three of my longtime favorite KZbin creators! Thank you David, Nikki and Jason for all of your video travel adventures. ❤

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you!

[@01cthompson]

I would have loved to have seen their reaction to a full English breakfast. When i had had one over there i dont think i ate again for a day and a half. 😂

[@SailLife]

It was so much fun seeing the Wynn's in one of your videos, David :) Awesome job as always! We hope all is well in the UK :)

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you. All fine here, I’m pleased to see you having wonderful travels 😀

[@daviddunster9305]

David did a great job narrating this episode...very well done guys.

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

Thank you SO much for pointing out the difference between the boats “saloon” and a nail/hair salon. Hearing people saying “salon” is like chalk on a blackboard for me. Very much appreciated - and comforting to discover that I’m not the only one

[@adamrichardson6821]

This channel is one of the best ways to relax that I know of. Pop over to England at the end of the day, and all is well and good when you enter David's world. Thank you for another excellent offering. Very fun to see the Wynns for the first time. Cheers, and best regards from the USA.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you 😊

[@modestadventurers]

I’m afraid you can’t be a super star boating vlogger until you fully understand the cultural and delicious nature of the humble cheese sandwich.

[@scott135]

I've never smiled so much watching a video - brilliant - thanks!

[@dennyporter2447]

Loved every minute of this David! The Wynns are totally awesome!❤

[@patbrandow5852]

The King of the Canals, indeed! Thank you, David! It was a lovely ride, from beginning to end, and the Wynns made this American proud. What a way to spend a Saturday morning. ❤

[@BohemianBeatster]

Two of my all time boating favorites, David from Cruising The Cut and the Wynn family from Gone With The Wynn together in one spectacular show.

[@khiemtran7226]

gone with the wynn brings me here...Looks so much fun

[@CruisingTheCut]

Welcome

[@thelastpilot4582]

Those guys were amazing. They came over as so sincere in their reaction to the boat and their appreciation of the canal. 👍👍😁😁

[@Katrina3121hikes]

I really really loved this one David, or should I say Canal King!👑

[@petesheppard1709]

I linked over with the Wynns. I've never left the Southeastern US, but I am entranced by the English countryside I see in these videos. A narrow-boat cruise just made my bucket list! I just subbed and will be watching your videos from the beginning!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Welcome aboard!

[@mikeyhau]

I'm a fan of both CruisingTheCut and Gone with the Wynns. I'm in heaven!

[@CruisingTheCut]

😀

[@leegrant7588]

Thanks for showing behind the scenes of gone with the Wynns. Your narration is excellent.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you 😊

[@richardwilliams2606]

Absolutely loved this crossover as follow both you and the Wynn's.

[@Wildcatsailing]

Well I would never expected this combo, Cruising with the Wynn’s. What a fantastic little combo, loved it, and that finish who doesn’t love a Greggs. 🥟Thank you cruising King.💀😺🍻

[@CruisingTheCut]

Haha thank you

[@chrisdickson9965]

I cant believe that these two , who I've been following since before Covid are in my super market in Llangollen ! I live just over the hill - if you want a decent cup of tea, pop in, or I'll meet you in the Cornmill. Of course, they are only following in the footsteps of Harrison Ford and Calist Flockhart a few years back.

[@giovannifiorentino8947]

I need to be convinced that Nikki manage to fit all her sunglasses in those few suitcases.

[@thoughtsonnarrowboatingwit3882]

Brilliant. I love this… David, you are the Boss. I don’t know where the boating community would be without your channel.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Hahaha thank you. I imagine they’d survive somehow 🤣🤣🤣

[@murraywagnon1841]

That was fun! I've been watching the Wynns since 2015? about as long as I've been following you, so it was a special treat.

[@nbrowser]

I've been watching these two toublemakers for quite some time, they are such good folks to be honest. Quality content and two incredibly nice people that just inspire others.

[@kevinmartin3859]

Well David that was a lovely vblog you are a true gentleman for organising the trip them Nicki and Jason enjoyed it very much you are a true ambassador for the canal network well done

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you

[@simons5193]

This was amazing. Nikki and Jason narrow boating in the UK. BRILLIANT. I do watch their channel regularly.

[@csjmoore]

We have followed N&J since the near beginning. I have never seen them so concentrated - smiling. Great vid CTC David.

[@evelynsutton4411]

Wonderful, wonderful!! Don't you love how Ameticans are always so enthusiastic! l had never heard of this lovely couple before, but am going to catch up on them right now. Thank you for finding these gems!!

[@jelenekane1547]

Enjoy, you will need a few months if you want to binge watch, but they are TOTALLY worth it!!!

[@PjotrStroganov]

They might be very upbeat people but they obviously know when to take things seriously. Great to see.

[@alw9329]

I've been a big fan of both channels for years. Thanks for the fun David!

[@kathyholt8686]

Watching this just made me happy! Thank you for all involved!

[@Suho1004]

Going on a narrowboat holiday has been a dream of mine for a while. The pangs of jealousy I felt while watching this were intense!

[@CruisingTheCut]

😀

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

“Nothing like a bit of cow action” - David Johns, King of the Canals 2023

[@JMR-1953]

I've been watching the Wynn's for years now. I used to watch several narrowboating channels (including this one) a couple of years ago. I remember mentioning to the Wynn's back then that they should try narrowboating and Nikki replied that she liked the idea. I'm glad they went for it and could obviously see that they enjoyed the heck out of it. Yours is probably the only one I continue to watch on occasion, including Vandemonium. It is obvious that you that have been in the news business and know your way around a camera are a pleasure to watch. I currently am watching @CaseyRoman (former TV news person) who does RV'ing and is now a realtor. She has the sassy attitude that I love. LOL .Keep up the good work, I love your stories.

[@lindahouston5635]

I'm always happy to see a new Cruising the Cut video!

[@adrenazanetti3660]

Love the Wynns! Their sailing channel is fantastic!

[@arniestuboud]

THANK YOU DAVID!! I have been following you and the Wynns since your beginnings on the water. It is lovely to see you come together in such a wonderful way. The "kings" of the canal and the catamaran!

[@arthurgiles379]

Woah, crossover of two of my favourite channels!

[@joesrvhome]

That was soo cool to see these two huge channels, I love so much, come together like two ships! CRUNCH! Just kidding ... I loved it!

[@davebagley6499]

David, you continue to find new and wonderful stories on the canals.

[@Alan_UK]

That was cruel David, taking them to Greggs ;) Great idea for you to persuade them to try a narrow boat. They really seemed to enjoy it.

[@CruisingTheCut]

I thought it was appropriate for them to try authentic British culture :-)

[@runt262]

David, I love the contrast of styles, especially being able to watch the dual production styles. We're seeing perspectives of the Wynns that we don't usually get to see. Minor differences but such a human perspective added in. Handheld vs Newscaster. So much fun to watch.

[@rskeyesful]

Hi: Thanks to you David, I'll be in London on the 25th to pick up an ABC hire boat for 10 days on the Grand Union. I loved your videos and I've been looking forward to this since before the covid. Thank You for introducing me to narrow boats. Roger

[@CruisingTheCut]

Fantastic! I hope you have a superb time!

[@Renovator26]

Brilliant as usual! Engaging guests and great camera work. Well done everyone. John, Ontario, Canada.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you

[@titusmoz]

I thoroughly enjoyed this. You have a "nack" of capturing the feel and telling the story so well David. Some of my favorite KZbinrs all together. Thank you for sharing and making another great video! Cheers, T

[@alexday5892]

Such a funny video. We (us British boaters) know what is involved and watching the Wynns video gives a very different feel. One of adventure and admiration to you. I’ve done the same trip on my parents boat and loved every moment but their enjoyment is clear. Your commentary is very complimentary but it’s all about the first time experience they were undertaking. Great video

[@eliwilliamson7849]

So much fun to watch. Love the Wynns for years.

[@nesleinf]

"And now something totally different!" Another seeworthy video from your hand. Thanks for the joy. Love from Denmark

[@Richardj410]

David, my wife and I (from Maine) are going to rent a narrowboat on the Llangollen next year for my 75 birthday. Heidi (pirate) and you had a lot to do with me deciding to do this, the only thing on my bucket list.

[@CruisingTheCut]

I hope you have an absolutely marvellous time!

[@ShinyFeral]

Great mashup! Thanks for featuring the Wynns on your channel! Thanks, too, for the other perspective of their trip.

[@qrphfradio7753]

As it happens I've been following/subscribed to the Wynns channel for a couple of years now. Was very surprised to see them on here on David's channel . Will now watch it on their channel when it's out.. Great to see them enjoying our beautiful canal scenery.

[@danaldrete9666]

Amazing production as always and great story telling by the presenter!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you!

[@YudronWangmo]

I watched their video, then yours. Two of my favorite channels together. I hope you get to go on their new boat some day.

[@switchedon6530]

Living life to the fullest, great example to so many. Change is always good for the soul, good vid buddy 👍🇺🇸

[@theveryfirst]

I'm tempted myself to try narrowboating. If anything goes wrong, I'm blaming you David. 😂

[@rickkearn7100]

Well done, David! It appears (ostensibly) that it did not, I repeat, did NOT rain on the Wynn's parade for ten days. If true, has to be some sort of record. Another great offering of top-shelf content, production, quality and especially presentation from CTC! Cheers.

[@Project_Servotopia]

If David deserves any title at all, it has to be "The VLOGfather."

[@CruisingTheCut]

🤣🤣😊😊

[@isobelchapman9548]

Superb as always David, thank you.

[@simonsallen]

When you said "What else can we introduce them to". I was expecting you to role out the cheese sandwich. You missed a chance there.

[@trudymccann3671]

That was 'Just Ducky"! Love the counter filming of the Wynn's, really a great shift in perspective.Thank you 'King of the Canals' for your video of my favorite traveling Souls! They really are a Class Act! I have been following them since their R.V. into Alaska! Every Sunday now is Coffee with the Wynn's and their latest adventure VLOG!

[@pascalcoole2725]

David, Vlog #297 and still keep watching. These people verry clearly explain why ! Again, your images are amazing, and with your naration (and a cup of coffee as i'm Dutch) cheer me up every time. Thanks !

[@jelenekane1547]

David, you did an amazing job capturing the American perspective on narrowboating! What a fun, fun video! I was amazed that the hire company used a mock-up of an English lock, that's an absolutely brilliant tool to teach people how to use them. They didn't have those when I first hired 20-years ago! That was such a beautiful, brand spanking new hire boat that Jason and Nikki were lucky enough to get, sweet! I loved your comment about giving the hire boat a new paint job because most narrowboat owners definitely try to avoid (at all costs) any oncoming hire boats! We did too once we owned our boat, too many collisions with the inexperienced or drunk lads on stag party weekends! One suggestion to anyone planning a narrowboat trip, only use duffle bags for your luggage, there is absolutely no space on the boats for anything hard-sided!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Yeah, they had to bring those as since selling their boat they are literally taking all their possessions with them (including on aircraft so they need hard cases)

[@BobKoontz-w8y]

I've followed the Wynns for years. I am looking forward to following your adventure as well.

[@dragnfli520]

It was pretty hilarious to see the Wynns inland, in GB, taking a little narrowboat trip! Fun vlog!

[@James-In-Exile]

This crossover was very fun and it was nice to be introduced to another channel. Nikki and Jason have such a lovely gentle humour and charm, which perfectly complemented the usual Cruising the Cut style. Looking forward to checking out their channel and seeing how they got on with narrowboat life for a few days!

[@patchesconway5957]

Yes more of these & follow ups with old Boats on the canal

[@user-mikie]

what a delightful couple and video

[@Company-59]

Apparently, you’re doing a great job filming and editing. I’ve neither heard of you nor have I watched a video. But now you can count me in. Thanks a lot for the funny, witty and overall entertaining video.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you and welcome along! 😀

[@wendysherbert3257]

Well, glad the Wynn’s brought me to you. Happy to be here!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Welcome!

[@craigw.scribner6490]

Thanks, David, for a very unique and fun video--some might say, a real Wynner!

[@MsMariaSierra]

Just yesterday I watched you on the Wynn’s channel. Brilliant!!

[@riwoof]

I always wondered if you were ever going to have Nikki and Jason on your channel (or visa versa). So glad to see it finally happen. ⛵

[@SamSitar]

i want to try a narrowboat.

[@mrtelechi]

This is wonderful, I follow you both on youtube couldn't be better.

[@jupiteronkauai]

Love your voice. Came blown by the wynds. Love learning about the narrow boats. Glad to find you this way.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Welcome along!

[@johnoconnell6127]

Loved this David. Really cheered me up. Thank you!

[@keithwatkins7908]

An excellent video, with a fun couple who had a blast. Thank you.

[@pfalzgraf7527]

Very nice to watch the Wynns' and David's version in direct succession! And I think the Wynns did take up some of David's British sense of humour ... Always nice to see people learn to steer a narrowboat. Makes me want to do it myself - and see how I fare ... 🙈

[@kevinsummerley5399]

David, to echo Nikki, that was delightful. A really fun couple. I will start to follow them, but I hope you will feature them again.

[@luipaulo8975]

Gone with the Wynns brought me to your channel.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Hello! Welcome 🤗

[@Heysupdan]

This was great! As a fan of both the Wynns AND YOU, it was fun to watch!

[@bryanwatt9751]

Brilliant! Good to see a different perspective!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you!

[@spikespa5208]

I think they have discovered the truth behind Water Rat's quote about boats in "The Wind In The Willows."

[@pohanahawaii]

👍👍 I just saw the Wynns video but I think yours is so much more informative! And your running commentary and humor are hilarious! And their duck story 😂. Thank you!

[@haydne]

I've watched these two guys for years, from RV to boat, enjoyed and commented on their journey. I've done the same to you, I never in a hundred years thought that you would both collide, I'm gobsmacked. What a great video!

[@alanbarber4543]

Funny enough, I started watching you during the pandemic, and I'm pretty sure you suggested their channel at some point so I followed them.

[@CruisingTheCut]

I did, yes!

[@johnnylightning1491]

It was interesting to see Nikki and Jason on another channel. I'm going to try and talk my wife into a vacation (holiday to you Brits) on a narrow boat. She doesn't like boats so it might be an uphill battle. Keep the good stuff coming.

[@CruisingTheCut]

It's flat calm and only 4 feet deep (mostly). Good luck!

[@hatdude5138]

Great video. The Wynns have been on such an adventure through the years.

[@Centurion04]

"Harsh! And unfair!" You got a mighty chuckle out of me.