348. You don't have to spend loads to enjoy canal boating.

[@lancecluster]

Must be nice to have people mention that one of your videos inspired them to purchase a boat. You do a wonderful job promoting the canals.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you very much!

[@davidferry548]

@@CruisingTheCut Well it was your videos that inspired us as a family to travel to England a few years ago and travel the Warwickshire ring for a fortnight as a family. It was a great family event with tbe kids now gone we have some great memories.

[@thetessellater9163]

What a lovely woman, great attitude and exuding happiness.

[@MrCElk]

The positivity that folks like Jade and your good self bring go a long way towards offsetting the pit of misery that is social media. Long may it continue.

[@lambd5578]

What a lovely girl. Her enthusiasm is pretty infectious. One thing that she said hit a note for me. She mentioned just being on her boat in the rain. Nothing better than hearing the rain outside when you’re cosy with a coffee and a book. Good luck with your boating Jade.

[@MrsMoe]

As someone who relies on closed captions, I love the little flair you’ve been adding. “Deathly silent glare from heron” made my day. 😂

[@CruisingTheCut]

🤣 sorting the captions is the most tedious part of making the videos so every now and then I go a bit berserk but I'm very pleased they're enjoyable!

[@williamhershey9713]

Thanks for pointing out the availability of closed captioning.

[@BarnabyPerrinAldous]

Engine and outdoor sounds etc etc

[@joealtmaier9271]

One scene said it all - the image of her face as she cruised the canal, pure serenity, right where she needs to be. Centered.

[@psychologyscene]

I think that David Johns and CtC has helped to inject millions of pounds into the UK canal network and boating industry. He's one of my heroes. :)

[@margaretknight8690]

What a lovely lady - I feel inspired by her ‘go for it’ philosophy!

[@rogermac358]

Old style Cruising the Cut... David, you are and always will be, the very best at capturing the beauty of the canals! 👍 Let me treat you to a cheese sandwich and a cup of tea! 🤓

[@CruisingTheCut]

That is very kind and thank you! 🙏

[@kevinbushey1879]

I really like your videos you’re always polite and it refreshing to see a video of real people doing nice things.

[@CruisingTheCut]

I appreciate that, thank you 🙏

[@rosssharp9988]

'All aboard the Skylark!' What a lovely little cruiser - and a delightful lady. Peak Forest Canal - now you're talking about my part of the world. So glad that Marple Junction was restored to the network. Thanks to Jade, and yourself, for 'A Grand Day Out'.

[@ezedjay]

Wow. What a lovely lady. Nothing but good vibes.

[@Fr99763]

Jane is a blast! God bless her, she radiates happyness and her joy is contagious. And indeed, we the people on boats are a nice bunch, glad she joined the comunity. Cudos to the previous owner who helps her along on her learning curve. Hope you guys stay in touch and you include her again on your channel. Cheers

[@josephneuner6354]

I love to see an adventurous lady who is not afraid to take a chance and try something new. You did a beautiful job decorating the boat and making it your own. Now travel and see the countryside if you are able. Good luck in the future.

[@sianiswack633]

Sounds like an ideal handover between the previous owner and Jade - the current owner. So pleased to hear she's asking the questions and enjoying learning how to cruise this neat boat 🚢😀

[@malcolmrichardson3881]

"Live the dream, if you can!" Thank you & Jade for an inspiring video.

[@quarlow1215]

"You don't know till you know". Words to live by.

[@gary4983]

Always a new little experience of life on the canals, David--you never disappoint! Thanks for this.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Many thanks!

[@VFRSTREETFIGHTER]

What a lovely young woman and what a great perspective for a video. Great work as always, thanks for making it.

[@beboboymann3823]

This is a great video as yours usually are. You conducted a splendid interview. It was obvious she is very thrilled with her boat and you captured her excitement so well. Just shows everyone doesn’t have to be an experienced man and the boat doesn’t have to be a 60’ narrow boat. Way to go!

[@FlashGormless]

I have a Buckingham 25ft cruiser, the old saying is right "There's nothing better than messing about with a boat" I did the same gutted it and rebuilt. Was so much enjoyment learning new skills, and the people that I now class as friends on the canals. I'd advise anyone who wants to start out boating get a grp cruiser and just enjoy the waterways. Loved this vlog thank you David.

[@westtoast74]

This is what boating and being on the water is all about. It’s a peace within you can’t get from any other place. Cheers!

[@Mr_Reaper]

What a wonderful young lady, with the perfect outlook. Another great video, thank you David

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Steve_Wardley_G6JEF]

What a lovely story, Jade sounds a lovely girl and so lucky to be living her dreams. I'm so envious of you both having such connections with the canal system. Unfortunately since passing my helmsman course years ago I've never touched a boat since. Hey Ho.

[@dennyporter2447]

Lovely lady Jade.. such a ray of sunshine! What a nice little cruise on the cut once again David! Cheers to the both of you!

[@for.tax.reasons]

Her little blue boat is sooo pretty, she looks so happy it's lovely to see :) manifesting this future for you and Twiggy soon!

[@mpersad]

Another lovely, informative video. I do really enjoy your collaborations and interviews with other owners, particularly those who are new to the lifestyle. Jade was terrific, and her enthusiasm shone through. And well done to the former owner, for being so supportive as Jade comes to grips with “Skylark”.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@japrods1]

What a nice size of boat. Beautifully turned out. Lovely lady. And happy with her life. Great advert for canalling. Ta for sharing. C&Lx

[@DubaiDiver]

What an amazing lady and previous owner

[@for.tax.reasons]

I love that you were one of her inspirations! Luring more people into the local friendly canal cult I mean community, good work!

[@craigw.scribner6490]

Thanks for another great video, David, and we look forward to following the further adventures of Jade's canal life.

[@holly-go-lightly]

The water is like glass and the weather perfect! Love the interior colors! Thank you for sharing....❤

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks for watching!

[@eddavis1832]

One of your best bits this year. Lovely young lady with a proper passion for boating. I wish her the very best of luck! Thanks for sharing…CHEERS!!! 🍻

[@CruisingTheCut]

Many thanks!

[@giovanni2668]

I can see that lady with her own channel. She exudes enthusiasm. Lovely starter boat. Happy boating near my part of the world. Another great vlog David

[@christeague7596]

@@giovanni2668 she would go down a storm on her own KZbin channel

[@vadmal5210]

I´ve said it before; you´r fantastic to find all these nice, and sometimes odd, people floating about

[@freddypflugbeil6]

Happy for this lady. That was a good time cruising the cut

[@HellyAvard-xt6mz]

David this was an amazing look at boating! Different but a great alternative. Thank you Go Jade

[@mrben6573]

Loved this episode. The simple "let's go on a boat ride" videos never get old.

[@horstszibulski19]

What a nice boat and Captain as well! Thanks a lot for the interview and ride along video! 👍👍👍

[@cavandavidson1185]

Delightful film. Simple, straightforward, full of joy and goodwill.

[@ianraffel7505]

Smashing personality, I wish her well in her endeavours.

[@davelawrence6777]

Good for her as a proud father of four strong successful daughters I always admire the can and will do attitude. Cheers and thanks for the post

[@Silkytoaster]

That was a lovely lady and her boat . Thanks David

[@nothere7198]

Nice little boat and a gem of an owner. Thanks both for taking us along on a cruise 😊

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@brianrydzeski6108]

Thank you David and Jade and Skylark. "Just Live The Dream."

[@amphihill]

Splendid vid. Good Job David.

[@liamhemmings9039]

What a nice lady she is. Rooted in nature and practical. Lovely stuff.

[@EarmonkeyMusic]

I discovered your channel during the pandemic (which probably a lot of us did) and watched religiously. It was always so calming and positive during a time when not a lot was. When life got back to "kind of normal" I didn't have as much time and kind of lost touch. But since I'm a subscriber, this video popped up and I'm so glad it did. I'll still probably never realize the dream of living on a canal boat but this seems more doable for a guy from California. 😆 Plus she's adorable. Good call.

[@dmcarpenter2470]

David: Enjoyed the video. Her contentment was palpable. Thanks

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Lovely lady, great video, she seems so happy with her boat. X

[@robnee3313]

Thank you David for another excellent video. I enjoyed Jade and her boat, it certainly is a steep learning curve.

[@Simonsboxster]

Thank you David - another lovely little slice of tranquility. As ever you just help me womble on in this funny old world. Best wishes from Simon in Holywood N Ireland, had a wild day in the Antrim Glens, looking at cottages with my partner. we were just thinking "let's just hide away here and live the quiet life". Thanks again as ever - always hugely appreciated :)

[@CruisingTheCut]

😀😀

[@Simonsboxster]

@@CruisingTheCut Thank you David :)

[@ajbarrett857]

What a charming lady & a sweet little boat. Thanks, David, for sharing! 🤩

[@BadMonkeyTouring]

Nice to see younger folk having a passion for something more than their social media presence. Wishing her many years of canal boat enjoyment.

[@lynetteswinburn5408]

Another fun and interesting video. Thanks as always for the entertaining closed captions.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad you like them!

[@mikeboone4425]

She sounds and looks like a happy boater.

[@dulciemargaretcolton145]

Hi David. Hope your keeping well. We loved the video. The Lovely lady and her boat pleased she's enjoying her time on the canals. 😊😊

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks 👍

[@paullee2561]

Another great video and such a lovely young lady. She will generate many happy memories on her new boat. Good one Jade. I wish we had canals in Australia but we do have some great oceans and beaches. I will watch for your channel Jade!

[@andypugh2000]

Thank you again David. Beautiful setting, beautiful boat and a beautiful owner. Robbie had just cruised past my house in that clip, i had a chat with him a bit further up 😂

[@CruisingTheCut]

Splendid!

[@7thDaughter]

Bless her heart! Skylark is such a lovely wee boat - hope she has fun.

[@AlFoxysNarrowboatLUNAR]

Hi it’s got to be the best of both worlds boat on the cut and a camper van. We have The camper finished now just got to finish the boat. Great vlog

[@stanleyromanowski9816]

Another great boating video. Thank you, sir!

[@dennisyardn1ten238]

What a treat to read a warm and supportive comments section. Thank you!

[@banalpedant41]

Big smile imagining how many would be willing to help her in her travels. I think she will fit into the boating lifestyle nicely.

[@t.vanoosterhout233]

What a sympathetic lady on her wonderful small boat. Hopefully you'll be able to restore your own Twiggy to canal-worthy status soon and do some CtC on your own!

[@leedsleedsleeds1747]

What a lovely lady and nice little boat

[@hectordelvalle4428]

Thank you, David, for this brief excursions. I enjoy it immensely. Keep up the good work. Try to be careful and enjoy your life, Maranatha.

[@dennismatthews6660]

You always do such a great job of introducing people. Thank you

[@CruisingTheCut]

My pleasure!

[@bobsgradinginc.9308]

Greetings from Wisconsin Thanks for showing the world the joys of the canal and the people that enjoy it Cheers to the boat bug

[@zapfanzapfan]

So, you lured another one onto the canals, in a fiberglass boat no less! Good job! 🙂

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks! 👍

[@leslielutz6140]

So lovely !! Adorable little boat with a kind owner.

[@kevinsummerley5399]

A lovely story and a lovely lady. I wish her well in her quest to live on a boat. I can relate.

[@christeague7596]

Jade and her boat are just amazing.....long time since ive seen anyone so enthusiastic about what their doing in life......she would be great with her own you tube channel showing us her adventures on "Skylark"....and to top it all.. ...shes a scouser....🤣👍

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Gorgeous boat and wonderful old and new owners 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@jilfreitag2014]

Live the dream. Fantastic words to live by, Wonderful video Very nspirational thank you for bringing me some peace today.

[@MultiPetercool]

I love the name Skylark. XTC did a marvelous album called “Skylarking” I would imagine listening to that album on a clear summer day while cruising a canal would be delightful.

[@thekitowl]

Superb album.

[@dallassukerkin6878]

I had forgotten that XTC ever existed! Back in the day they were not 'rock' enough for me but I wonder if more mellow (old) me should take a listen? :)

[@MultiPetercool]

@@thekitowl “Drowning here in Summer’s Cauldron, under mats of flower lava… “

[@timeflysintheshop]

That was a wonderfully upbeat, old school cruising the cut video. Very theraputic in these crazy times! Thank You! Oh and I visited a cheese shop recently and I bought four different kinds of cheddar cheese to try as cheese sandwiches! 😊😊😊

[@CruisingTheCut]

😀😀

[@PaulManley-Cooke]

Jade has done it right seeing the boat she was looking for sailing (motoring) very well well done jade

[@titankiller666]

Once again David you did it again outstanding video😎💯🇨🇦

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks

[@karenfay4545]

On your own boat’s transom repair. If you return to a polyester fiberglass encapsulated wood core consider painting/coating the wood thoroughly on all side with epoxy resin before placing it in position. Epoxy unlike polyester is not osmotic. Meaning it will not allow moisture to pass through between the wood and polyester fiberglass. That will keep the wood dry except for what moisture was already in the wood before you epoxy coated it. You should then be able to layup polyester & fiberglass over the coated wood as polyester will adhere to epoxy. Mark Fay

[@darylwilliams7883]

Yep. I'm waiting for the next episode on pins and needles, LOL!

[@franktuckwell196]

All those years ago, our first holiday trip was on a fibreglass out board motor job, called Water Tulip. We had a great holiday, did the 4 counties ring, in a fortnight. Got blown about a bit by the wind, but had a draught of about 4 inches and gave all four of us a taste of things to come, followed by many years of steel hulled 50' narrow boats. My brother has his own 57' narrow boat now. Great show as ever. Take care.

[@helicopter12345678]

Not often a narrow boat passess a cruiser 🙂 sounds like Jade is loving the life nice to see canal life the best

[@jessicakellerart4268]

What a lovely boat! I love Jade’s enthusiasm. She’ll take good care of Skylark.

[@socrates112]

Love that. Cool little boat. Experiencing the miracles of life and nature.

[@chris-cole]

This feels like back to factory settings. Beautiful scenery, the sounds of the canal. A heron! Make that 2 beautiful birds. I do miss the chugging sound of a narrowboat engine but we can forget that for a little while as we watch a new owner indulge in everything that is wonderful about the inland waterways. How wonderful to be inspired by such folk like our mutual chum Robbie, and your good self David! Great stuff! Thank you David and thank you Jade!

[@rickkearn7100]

David has inspired yet another dreamer to make their dream a reality. Didn't she mention she'd seen one of the CTC episodes? Regardless, great gal and, kudos to David for his posh presentations documenting the canal boat lifestyle. Always a pleasure to see a new episode has arrived in the archive of this most excellent YT channel. Cheers, David!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you!

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Lovely little cruiser. Seemed so quiet too. Great video.

[@garyhollywell2112]

Lovely soul and doing what make her happy, inspiring. Many thanks for the Vlog

[@raptordave260]

It was lovely meeting you in Crowngate today 👍

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you! Hope the pic came out OK!

[@MrJames_1]

That's a terrific thumbnail pic of you David :) And Jade, what a wonderful new owner, and I echo her thoughts about the value of being out on the water. Back in my days as a boat owner here in Australia, I would always wonder why more people were not out enjoying the waterways. Best wishes to her for her new boating life :)

[@michaelshuman3319]

I hope that she gives it a lot of thought before buying a canal boat . This looks like the perfect boat in my estimation .

[@CruisingTheCut]

It's a great first boat, definitely.

[@t1n4444]

Hmm ... insulation may be ok for winter cruising ... or not. Having a Squirrel, say, blasting out heat on an iced up canal is difficult to beat.

[@Lego6980]

Another lovely boat and boat-owner. It’s great to see a novice getting on so well - makes me feel I could do it myself. Thanks for another great video!

[@jkatkat7950]

loved the classic cruising the cut segment....as winter approaches I think I need to find your longer trips and have them on the telly!

[@Boating_David]

What a cracking boat especially for its age that's one to keep hold of and enjoy - and I'm positive it will be watching this !

[@woodenman1954]

Thanks!

[@CruisingTheCut]

That is extremely kind, thank you! 😀😀

[@woodenman1954]

@@CruisingTheCut The least I could do for all those great videos you have made.

[@ohsodexy]

Happy your back with an episode!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Every ten days or so!

[@boogaloob4638]

What a smashing bird. Positive vibes, happy-go-lucky, ballsy. Brilliant. We need more people like that on the canals. Best of luck to her :)

[@prestoncrewnarrowboaters8619]

We are heading to the Peak forest soon, as always David your presentation is fabulous, thank you.

[@carlpayne6104]

Great presentation. I envy the weather. It's nice and warm here in Fort Worth.😊

[@MuzzleMike]

Looks like the boat has gone to good hands . So much good for her and God Bless .