⚓️Big Fight! - 1,000’ Ship vs. Wind & Waves! Ship American Century Departing Duluth, MN

1,000 foot ship American Century had a real fight on its hands going through the ship canal in Duluth, MN. Strong wind and large waves that appeared out of nowhere made it a wild and exciting show for everyone watching! The captain of the ship did a great job in these tough conditions!
More information about the ship American Century: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/MV_Am...
#ship #duluth #bigwaves #lakesuperior #maritime #boat #excitement

[@unrulyjulie4382]

I'm 63, both of my parents were born in Duluth, although I have lived in Texas for 44 yrs. I remember going as a kid to Duluth to visit relatives and going to watch the freighters going through the ship channel. My mom had us scatter her ashes over the Lake along the North Shore.

[@vibewithmike]

What an amazing story! Thank you for sharing it. The good thing about Texas is you don’t need a snow shovel! All the best my friend.⛴️

[@unrulyjulie4382]

@@vibewithmike Agreed about the shovel.

[@chuckg6039]

Mike, this 'Splash Edition' was one of your best videos. I've watched 1,000 of videos over the years, and I'd have to say that this one captures the power and atmosphere of big time ship watching about as well as any! Fantastic job Mike. Really enjoyed what you videoed for us.

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Chuck. I know you like the behind the scenes stuff so it got me to think of walking from a new place. Thanks and happy Easter brother!👍👍👍👍🐇🐇🐇🐇🐇⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@karlschwab6437]

I second what Chuck G. Just said before me. Excellent!

[@vibewithmike]

Karl! Hey, happy Sunday brother. I hope all is well. I’m going to sleep early tonight. It’s been a long week. Thanks again!⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️👍👍👍👍👍

[@robertezell1916]

That big girl gives those waves no mind does she! Great video!

[@vibewithmike]

Check this out, this is one of my favorite ship and wave videos kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIurn32qqMtrg80si=31LfFKC-6S8WQpNi

[@ry26ry26ry26]

This is my new favorite You Tube channel. Thanks for doing these videos

[@vibewithmike]

Rye, what an honor for me to hear that! That means a lot to me. I'm just a regular guy having fun with a camera and ships. No agenda. I have said it before and I'll say it again, I would be out watching the ships and thinking about the same things while looking at these ships without a camera. With the camera, you get to come with. Again, thank you so much for the wonderful comment. I will see you soon Boat Friend!

[@TheBDEye]

Loved the walk through tour Mike - nice to see the context. Awesome turbulence as she headed out!

[@vibewithmike]

Yes, it was a fun video to shoot. I could tell there was a battle brewing because of the wind blowing right at the ship.

[@mikerhodes7677]

Thanks again Mike great video can't wait to make the trip up there to watch in person boat friend

[@vibewithmike]

Mike, you will love it brother!

[@skycvg]

Your visual perspectives are second to none. Always look forward to your productions. A+ my friend.

[@vibewithmike]

Sky! Thanks friend. It was fun showing something than the standard canal video. I knew something would happen because the wind was blowing towards the ship. It was pretty cool.

[@SandyKay65]

Thank you, that was amazing!

[@vibewithmike]

Hey Sandy!👋 Happy Easter friend!

[@SandyKay65]

@@vibewithmike Happy Easter to you as well 🐣

[@karengausman1459]

Morning Mike. Loved the "field trip" . Always good to mix it up a bit. The AC is one of my favorites to watch. Although I have a few that are my favorites. Wow is right on those waves she is creating! Cool handed captain to get through water like that. She is such a gorgeous ship(if ships can be)!! Safe journey to the captain the crew. Awesome job, Mike. As always. Have a great day and I will catch you next time.

[@vibewithmike]

The AC is a great ship! I was really surprised by how volatile the water was when she went through. I have a lot of respect for the captain as he navigated that canal with the wind directly at the vessel.⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@barbs.7367]

So,so interesting this morning, thank you for showing us around the area and great information 👍🏼👍🏼

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Barb! I had fun out there. It was really entertaining to see those waves and the ship battling in the canal.

[@chuckg6039]

I love the bridge "wings". Great view starting at 13:22.

[@Quadlibetbx]

Great video! I always wanted to see what the otherside of the bridge looks like, thank you!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks QB. Yeah, it’s pretty industrial on the backside of Park Point/Lift Bridge. However, there are many homes there too.

[@AmeriCreed]

Great video of the American Century and the waves. Good to see you out there again. Be Safe Brother!

[@vibewithmike]

American! How’s it going! Awesome hearing from you. I’m so happy the weather is getting better here!

[@guyg7160]

Great action shots!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Guy. More ships to come!

[@lynns6641]

Nice video! Thanks from all our family up in Hibbing!

[@vibewithmike]

Lynn! Happy Easter friend!

[@MicroscopicAllan]

Great video Mike. Thank you very much!!

[@vibewithmike]

Al, thanks brother. Have a happy Easter my friend.⛴️⛴️⛴️👍👍👍

[@gregolson4655]

I’ve lived in Duluth 69 years and it never gets old seeing that canal when it’s kicking up it’s heel’s thanks Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

Greg! I’m someone new to the area. You have logged enough years to really tell the story of the city. How cool! It’s a true blessing to be able to see the ships whenever we want here. Happy Sunday. All the best to you. I hope to see another comment from you soon.

[@thebigguy8306]

Thank you for the beautiful scenery. Save a chair for me, an afternoon in the sun, cup of coffee, and a good cigar.

[@vibewithmike]

Hey friend, I have the chair all set for you with the items you requested, and a cooler of cold beverages!

[@guyg7160]

Well done. Thanks 👍

[@vibewithmike]

Guy! Thanks man. Happy Sunday. Happy Easter.

[@guyg7160]

@@vibewithmike Happy Sunday, Happy Unicorn day and a Happy Easter Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

😂😂😂😂😂 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄

[@IamValentina66]

Yeah…. I’m needing some vibes. Prolly spend the hottest part of the day rewatching these beauties.

[@vibewithmike]

You, my friend, are a true friend to this channel!

[@elizabethw4519]

checking in on some of your older videos, Mike. I'm finally on the mend and wanting to catch up on some of your videos... The AC has a beautiful horn and presence. THANKS!!

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad that you are feeling better! That’s so fantastic. I will be going live in less than one hour. A ship I’ve never recorded is coming into Duluth.

[@jrs9144]

This is my favorite work of yours. I love when you show the surrounding areas.

[@vibewithmike]

John! Wow! What a nice thing to say. Let me say that I appreciate you taking a minute to say this. It means a lot to me. I hope you have a great evening and I hope to see you with the next ship. 🙏🙏⛴️⛴️

[@mikeburnitt2604]

Great work Mike. Best from the UK.

[@vibewithmike]

Mike, thanks for watching brother. I hope you come come back to my channel and watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@deetempleton80]

My goodness, what a great field trip. That has rating. High on the Terrific charts.. thanks so much for what u do for all your Boat friends. God Bless You An Yours

[@vibewithmike]

Dee! Thank you for saying that. It was a fun video to make for sure! Thanks for watching friend. ⛴️👍

[@larryfisher5796]

Hay Mike I really appreciate the effort you put in to making these great videos . GREAT JOB 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Larry. Always appreciate your uplifting comments. All the best to you man!

[@robertturtle]

Really cool, I liked to see the area around the bridge, thanks for sharing

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks for taking time out of your day to watch the video. This was a fun ship to record. All the best to you and yours.

[@Chili453]

Another super video !!!

[@vibewithmike]

Tom, happy Easter! Thanks for the comment brother. Those waves battling the ship kind of came out of nowhere. That was cool.⛴️

[@Thorton5044]

🇨🇦Hey Mike loved to walk with you and see the surroundings...the Inn, the fire place is so cool and short walk to the canal. I was right there with you. Thanks so much

[@vibewithmike]

Gail, that fireplace really does come in handy on colder days. I tend to hang out by the fire before the ship come or go. It’s really nice!🔥

[@SweetUniverse]

A lovely day 😊😊👍👍👍

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Sugar!👍🙏

[@d.nicely]

You really do a good job overall with Video and Audio sharing info... keep up the good work!

[@vibewithmike]

D, for you to stop and say that means a lot to me. I’m just out here having fun and I’m glad your enjoyed the video friend!👍⛴️

[@jamessincox6194]

Great Video! I enjoyed the walk-around and the different perspective. Thanks!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks James! I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@julianwalker1546]

It looked rather chilly (as we say in old England) when you filmed this great video, many thanks for yet another excellent production.

[@vibewithmike]

Glad you enjoyed it! You have a beautiful country friend! I hope you come back to my channel and watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@JeffreyStrader]

Mike you are so lucky to be able to see such things!..................Us Okies are land locked.

[@vibewithmike]

Jeffrey, brother, when is 25 below zero without the wind chill, sometimes I don’t feel that luck.😂 I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@Stereostupid]

Awesome boat!I like the look of the Edmund and the Arthur better with the 2 pilot houses or cabin towers one on each end!but jeez that is a massive vessel !

[@vibewithmike]

Rob, these vessels are huge man. They’re awesome.

[@hypergolic8468]

Mike great walk and commentary and wonderful colours as ever.

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much. It was fun watching that thousand footer go out with those waves crashing. The good weather coming in the next few weeks makes me really happy.👍⛴️

[@johanvandersandt8904]

Thanks to you I have a view that this South African might have never seen otherwise! Thank you very much good sir!

[@vibewithmike]

Johan, one day I will make it to South Africa. It’s a beautiful country. I have done a lot of research about your cities as well. I will tough out the jet lag to get there someday. I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@johanvandersandt8904]

@@vibewithmike Hopefully you do visit South Africa and I do come to Duluth some day but the world has gone quite nuts lately so we will have to see! I would be glad to subscribe and enjoy these mechanical marvels with you!

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you my friend. The weather should get better here in Duluth so I will be out more capturing these wonderful ships for you.

[@johanvandersandt8904]

@@vibewithmike Looking forward to it!

[@vibewithmike]

You know that I love ships and the water. One of the places I’d like to visit while in South Africa is Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. I’ve done. I’ve done some research about that location and it just looks so cool.

[@jspo3446]

Fascinating. Awesome. Thank you for the play-by-play. Very interesting.

[@vibewithmike]

J, thank you for taking a moment to drop this comment. It means a lot to me that you would stop what you’re doing to take a few minutes to say this. Have a happy Sunday and an even better week friend.👍⛴️

[@juliegogo2941]

Fun field trip. Cool gas fireplace. Breaking waves and making a white spray was neat. Thanks

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Julie. That fireplace is the best!!!!!!

[@netrhyda8761]

Enjoyable video, thank you!!

[@vibewithmike]

Net, I really appreciate you watching. Thank you so much friend. I hope you join me for another ship video in the future.👍⛴️

[@henryhawk978]

Nice shot from the street looking towards the lift bridge. Fire must have felt nice also. Thousand footers making it through the Canal great job by the Capt. Enjoyed the video and BE SAFE OUT THERE!

[@vibewithmike]

That fire really helps me on cold days Henry. Then I walk right over to the bridge.

[@atreyuprincipalh4043]

You vídeos are quite fascinating.. I love the views ahoy from south florida

[@vibewithmike]

I appreciate you saying that my friend. I always try to mix up the views, so it never is the same. It’s always about trying to keep the ships and the fun fresh.

[@sparkybluefox]

You Lucky Dog ! Great Video with Great narration audio ! Very easy on my eye's and ear's ! I Love boat watching and you are now in my Subcribed list ! SBF

[@vibewithmike]

SBF, what an awesome comment! I really appreciate you taking a few minutes to share your thoughts. Thank you so much my friend. It means a lot to me. I look forward to bringing more ships to you. All the best!👍⛴️

[@suzie7848]

Awesome!!! Thanks for the tour!!

[@vibewithmike]

Suzie, I’m thrilled that you took a few minutes to watch my video. Thank you so much. I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@suzie7848]

@@vibewithmike totally!! Watched some today!! We are enjoying the tour as well!!

[@vibewithmike]

Awesome, happy Friday!

[@normanfawley7379]

Great vid !

[@vibewithmike]

Norman, I’m thrilled that you enjoyed the video. Quite a few ships coming in this weekend, so I hope to get even more footage. Friday is only one day away. Should we start celebrating the weekend now?😂👋👍

[@jacknorman1131]

Very well done, Thanks👍

[@vibewithmike]

Jack, I really appreciate you stopping by to leave a nice comment like that. All the best to you friend.

[@Jodi_W]

I just discovered you a few days ago and am so glad I did! I love watching the ships and also really enjoyed your tour of the Lakewalk. Our family will be staying at the South Pier Inn in mid May so I appreciated the little tour in this video. I hope all that snow is gone before we get there! Maybe we'll see you out on the canal. 😊

[@chuckg6039]

I hope you enjoy your trip in May. I'm sure Mike will have a comment or two for you soon.

[@vibewithmike]

Jodi! I'm so excited you found the channel. I can use another boat friend! You will really enjoy Duluth in May because it will be great weather. Plenty of ships will be out there. You can't get any closer to the action staying at South Pier, good move! Here's a video I did going to different place in Duluth. I think you'll like it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZ3UoWOjbdeHirc

[@Jodi_W]

@@vibewithmike Just watched it, that was great! I hope we don't have fog...but that would be typical for us. We tend to get clouds and rain on our vacations. We've learned to make the best of it. I see the green gates are open which I'm happy to see - I love to get up close to lighthouses! August 2015 we visited the UP and went to the Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie. So this trip brings us to the other end of the lake at the other end of the season with adult sons rather than teenagers. We're excited for our short getaway! Only 3 nights but the plan is Duluth on Day 1, 61 and hiking on Day 2, and relaxation/lake gazing on Day 3, picking up whatever we missed as we head back through Duluth on our way back home the following day. We're at Beacon Pointe the last 2 nights. Really hoping for no fog so we can see the views from our rooms. 😎

[@vibewithmike]

I think all will be good. Fog happens here and there but it usually clears out super quick. You will have a blast!⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@scottburk4083]

Awesome video Mike! Great content! Happy Easter to you and yours,God Bless!!!😊

[@vibewithmike]

Scott, happy Easter brother! I actually took a 30 minute nap today because of eating too much! I’m glad the weather is better in Minnesota because I need to get out there and log some miles walking now! Take care bud!👍⛴️

[@scottburk4083]

@@vibewithmike Will do Mike. I did the same thing with the nap after dinner. Today was the first day this year that I went out in shorts,it felt good. I know what ya mean about hitting the walking trails. It's definitely easier to put on weight in the winter and harder to lose it when it gets nice out now that I'm in my mid fifties. Keep on doing what you're doing and I'll keep on watching. Have a good one Brother!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks man!!!!!!!

[@ellanwiehman1851]

Nice video! Great ship!

[@vibewithmike]

Ellan! Always great hearing from you. This ships was a fun one to record.⛴️

[@lysliepope3967]

As long as this ship stays "air tight" and under her own power, there is no battle.

[@vibewithmike]

Lyslie, I agree with you friend! Thanks for watching. I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@davidchristensen6908]

Wow very nice video.

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much David! I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@timg11765]

Hey mike I appreciate the effort and time you put into the videos you make. Would love to come up there and see it in person. Keep up the good work

[@vibewithmike]

Tim, I happy to hear you like these videos!

[@EDLaw-wo5it]

Great job for us landlubbers Mike. I would think except for the narrowness of the canal that th AC wouldn’t have much issue with 3 foot breakers with over 12,000 HP and fully loaded. It’s when that big lake roars with what I have seen on some videos it would be tough going. I admire the mariners that perform the task of getting their ships safely to their destination. Havagudun and keep them coming.

[@vibewithmike]

@EDLaw-wo5it I still cannot believe there was fog during this video in December. Those beautiful lights really popped in the fog from Bentleyville.

[@spitfirenutspitfirenut4835]

Nice

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, thanks for taking a minute to say this. I appreciate it friend. I hope you come back to check out some more ships! All the best!

[@MikeTaylor-vj6vk]

Are the Lakes fresh or seawater? - please excuse my ignorance. Why do these amazing ships have such blunt Bows? Regards, Mike Taylor

[@vibewithmike]

Mike, thank you so much for your questions. Ask as many questions as you want. Don’t forget, there are so many people that don’t know much about the great lakes and the ships. I’m just a regular guy that hits record on a camera and I’m learning all the time. I love these questions you are asking. Many people will learn from them. I hope you subscribe and come back to this channel my friend. The great lakes are all freshwater. Regarding the shape of the bow. 1000 foot Great Lakes ships were constructed to fit into the lock (i.e. Soo Locks) without room to spare. It is all’s about maximizing the cargo capacity. Look at the photo linked below. You can see how those big ships are molded to the Soo Lock chamber. npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/df3bfe2/2147483647/strip/true/crop/6144x4088+0+0/resize/880x586!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Flegacy%2Fsites%2Fwiaa%2Ffiles%2F202103%2Fsoo_locks_-_usace_0.jpg

[@petersyme7083]

I must admit, I never knew much about these ships apart from the song about the Edmund Fitzgerald. I must make an effort to,visit from Scotland and have a look around!

[@vibewithmike]

Peter! I hope your Sunday has been going wonderful. Thanks like always for checking out the videos. It would be great to have you in Duluth sometime, all the best to you in Scotland.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@loupgarou-dj3tm]

The grain freighters stop at a lot of little towns around the lakes, so they're a familiar sight. Duluth gets the monsters, though.

[@vibewithmike]

I like all the ships

[@Thorton5044]

Happy Easter!

[@vibewithmike]

Same to you Gail.

[@georgelawton9075]

That’s a 3 ft swell😮!

[@timl3605]

1st time watching your video. Nice job! I've been along the shore for many storms over the years. The waves can be huge! 1 correction if I may.... These are "boats" as they ply the great lakes. (key word is lakes) Ships or "salties" come in from the east coast through the great lakes to get to Duluth. Thanks & hope to see more videos soon. Head up to "Stoney Point"- to see some real action during a northeaster.

[@vibewithmike]

Tim! Great hearing from you brother! I really appreciate you taking time to leave a comment. It means a lot. I 100% agree with you about the terminology. It’s just easier to say ships. I’m just a city boy that feel in love with my parents bring me up to Duluth as a kid. I’m living a dream seeing these vessels. I also hope you come back and watch more ships/boats. Again, thank you so much Tim and all the best to you!⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@darceyheath263]

❤❤

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you friend and Happy Easter!

[@ronrompen7334]

sailed in and out of Duluth harbour many times over the years.......the challenge when there is some wind/waves is very real

[@vibewithmike]

Hey Ron, during the summer I watch a lot of the regatta events. Did you participate in any of those? I love watching those sailboats out there.⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️⛵️

[@ronrompen7334]

@@vibewithmike no I worked on the Lakers running in and out of the harbour

[@jamesburnside3023]

Liked and subbed

[@vibewithmike]

I’m so happy to hear you subscribed. Thank you! I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@kurtneumann3164]

This not big boys first rodeo! Bring it!

[@vibewithmike]

100% Kurt! The AC said, “bring it on” and won on the fight going through the ship canal!

[@SailorAllan]

liked and subbed ! I have some questions : 1) is that lift bridge the only way on or off that "island" ? 2) why can't ships waiting to load anchor somewhere inside the harbor instead of out in the lake ? Wonderful video ! I am used to watching the live cam feed so this was a great perspective--kind of behind the scenes look. Once on the live chat I said the long/short/short horn was also morse code for the letter "D" , as in "Duluth "- they kind of laughed at me for that. anyway, nice vid !

[@vibewithmike]

Sailor, trust me, I will never laugh at you. You taking the time to leave this comment means a lot to me. Yes, the Lift Bridge is the only way onto Park Point which is an island. I have seen ships wait in the harbor, but when you’re talking thousand foot vessels, it’s a lot safer to be out at anchor just outside of the piers on the lake. All the best to you my friend. I hope you join me for the next ship video.⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@rosewhite---]

How does that long conveyor thing work? Is there any video of it being used?

[@vibewithmike]

Rose, I’m glad you asked. I found a great video for your friend. Check it out here. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5WZgpx-rJyGi5I

[@iansmartel5473]

It’s nice how they put an outhouse on the bow of the vessel. Long way to run back if caught short.

[@mornaslocum8376]

G’day Mike, sorry missed you lately, will back watch, have been in hospital last few days, but ok 👍

[@vibewithmike]

Oh my! I hope you are ok friend. Please get better. 🙏

[@mornaslocum8376]

Awesome thank you, what you call waves, I call the swell coming down the canal which in turn causes the waves 🌊 glad you didn’t get soaking wet 😂 💕

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, wouldn’t you say it’s better seeing the waves vs. the ice?👍⛴️😂

[@mornaslocum8376]

@@vibewithmike Ah Mike, definitely the ice, would be beautiful but dangerous in the moment just like the waves but being unaccustomed to ice would make an awesome experience… Cheers 💕

[@vibewithmike]

Always great hearing from you! The fun spring and summer shipping season is beginning for me. No gloves!

[@dongraham4760]

That ship with 80,000 tonnes of coal has about the same amount of energy output as 29 kilograms of Uranium 235 in a Nuclear reactor , something one person could carry relatively easily ! The Uranium volume for 29kg is approx 1.5 liters or 1/3rd of a shoe box .

[@vibewithmike]

Dan, absolutely fantastic information, really gives us all something to think about. Really appreciate you taking the time to inform all of us.

[@dongraham4760]

Don !@@vibewithmike

[@vibewithmike]

Don, sorry brother!

[@eliasthienpont6330]

🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁LION c LIKE No. 562

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you Elias! You're awesome! All the best.

[@kenbell8752]

Mike, that was a well done video! Two questions - first, were those waves enough to bounce AC, or does it just plough through level? And two, it seems like these giants are actually quite quiet. Are they as quiet as they seem in your video?

[@vibewithmike]

Ken, awesome observations brother! I have always been so surprised how a downtown city building is essentially laying on its side going by me very quiet. They really are that quiet. Those waves really weren’t bad enough to push that big ship. I think the captain was just a little further to one side than he normally is going through the canal. Thanks for watching friend!

[@kenbell8752]

@@vibewithmike thanks Mike! One day I hope to visit the canal to see those giants go by. Maybe this year.

[@vibewithmike]

@@kenbell8752 I hope you make it! These ships have a way of getting into a person’s heart. They are awesome!⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@wallyman292]

Why'd they raise the bridge so far in advance? Is that customary?

[@vibewithmike]

Hey Wally! Thanks for watching friend! The Aerial Lift Bridge goes up early to ensure there are no mechanical issues, the worry is what if a ship is close to the bridge and it stops going up because of an issue. These huge ships take a long time to stop. The ship could crash into it. It’s a incident prevention measure essentially. 👍⛴️

[@jacknorman1131]

Why are they at anchor?

[@vibewithmike]

They are waiting for other ships to leave the docks to come in and load.

[@stereolababy]

why cut off the bridge lowering? that's cool stuff too

[@vibewithmike]

The bridge is fun to watch, but there are so many videos of that bridge going up and down. I have a few of just the bridge itself. The bridge is so amazing because it’s still functions exactly how it did decades and decades ago. Thanks for watching my friend. I really appreciate it.

[@stereolababy]

@@vibewithmike ok thanks i didn't know you had other bridge videos

[@vibewithmike]

I think you’ll like this video about the bridge. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqbCoqJteZyNqpY

[@tryinout1]

At least she got no "canal rash"

[@vibewithmike]

Good point! The captain did a good job. Props to the captain!⛴️👍

[@vernwallen4246]

🗽🗽🗽👍👍👍⚓⚓⚓

[@vibewithmike]

👍👍👍👍👋👋👋👋👋

[@Bongofurry]

Spent a lot of time great city. That bridge is up way too early , no ??

[@vibewithmike]

Drums! Thanks for the question my friend. I found the exact answer to this question online. I hope you join me for future ship videos. Take a look below. Happy Sunday. Here are quotes from the article and the article is linked below. For the biggest vessels, the bridge must start its ascent while they're 1.5 miles out. "For them to stop is pretty much impossible, said Campbell. "It takes forever for them to get that thing slowed down and reversed, we have to give them plenty of time to maneuver if something happens." Traffic can bring Canal Park to a stop and back up traffic all the way to Interstate 35 in the middle of the summer during a long lift. "You feel kind of bad," Campbell said. "But contrary to what a lot of people believe, we're here for the boats, not the car traffic, so the boats always have priority." The ship right-of-way into the harbor was the deal the city made with the United States Coast Guard when it first built the bridge. www.mprnews.org/story/2016/08/05/duluth-aerial-lift-bridge-operator-day-life

[@scruffy4647]

Is the shipping mainly coal? Where are their destination?

[@vibewithmike]

There are a variety of different cargo options here in Duluth/Superior. I did some investigating after you asked this question. I found a really cool website that you can click on each port and it’ll tell you more information about the cargo and specifics for each port on the Great Lakes. Thanks for asking this question because I learned some additional information about these other ports because of this. Happy Easter friend! Here’s the link: www.eekwi.org/great-lakes/humans-and-great-lakes/ship-travel-great-lakes

[@scruffy4647]

@@vibewithmike Wow, link has great info. Thks Happy Easter

[@vibewithmike]

Yeah, I was checking all of those ports out.

[@scruffy4647]

@@vibewithmike The dredging part is interesting. 1" of lost draft on a 1000' cargo carrier equates to 270 tons of less cargo. As always, the deeper dives create more rabbit holes. And for a retiree, just more entertainment. Bill Gates couldn't have picked a better name for his OS: Windows.

[@vibewithmike]

I see a dredging barge in Duluth and the canal working a lot in the summer. It’s cool looking. We need to get Bill Gates to Duluth! He would love it. ⛴️

[@Peter-qf3be]

Waving a hand from texas

[@vibewithmike]

Peter! I love it down there in Texas! Send me some brisket brother! Best food in the country hands down, Texas!⛴️

[@Peter-qf3be]

@@vibewithmike I’ll do that I’ve got brisket on the pit for Easter right now

[@vibewithmike]

You got to keep that brisket low and slow! One of my favorite barbecue spots is in Dallas, Pecan Lodge. Honestly, Peter, you have dozens and dozens of the best barbecue spots in the world down there. Some of them are just hole in the wall places. I would love to hit every one of them.

[@Peter-qf3be]

@@vibewithmike I’ve been cooking brisket since I was 15 I’m 61 now My grandpa showed me how

[@vibewithmike]

Awesome! I’ve seen so many variations of how to cook brisket. Some cook them naked, others wrap them, etc. What is your process?

[@jerrywhalen2100]

Do thay rent rooms for guests

[@vibewithmike]

On the ships? No, unfortunately, they don’t. I think all of us would sign up for that.

[@jimjoe9945]

They still use open top lifeboats? That thing would be useless in an emergency.

[@vibewithmike]

Jim, thanks for the common brother. Yeah, I don’t know, now that you say that I have noticed a few variations of lifeboats. And you’re right, what if there is terrible weather out on the lake and they had to use it? Thanks for watching man!👍👍⛴️⛴️

[@53shuzzie]

The side of it looks like a prison wall.

[@vibewithmike]

You know Shelley, that is a fun but true statement. I'm going to be thinking about that the next time I see this vessel. I appreciate you dropping a comment. All the best to you.

[@rosewhite---]

Noah's ark was half the length with plenty room for a vast selection of animals.

[@comradeyuri8492]

Sir, you must be new to this area as we all have seen much, much, worst !

[@vibewithmike]

I agree but for that day it was the worst. Thanks for watching friend. Just trying to have some fun out there with the ships!

[@darceyheath263]

I'm guessing a person fishing there can get suck under near ship

[@vibewithmike]

Yeah, it wouldn’t be a smart idea to fish in the canal as a ship is coming! You might not catch a fish, but you will catch an ambulance if you did that.😂👍⛴️

[@whipsnade13]

"Big Fight" is too click-baity. This was a routine, every-day departure in Duluth.

[@vibewithmike]

I respect your opinion, but when I see wind blowing towards the ship and some waves kicking up, I think it’s a fight. I want you to know that I appreciate you watching. I hope you’re having a wonderful Tuesday. All the best.

[@loupgarou-dj3tm]

More like the big girl gave the lake a beating. Even Superior's not always like this.

[@vibewithmike]

👍⛴️

[@dickcaplis4208]

Those aren't waves, Iv'e seen them coming over the canal walls it's self. Been in the lakes myself and weatherd some ungly S#@T

[@vibewithmike]

Dick, I’ll bet it was no fun on the lake when you were out there in rough seas. I heard from someone that Lake Superior storms can be scarier than the ocean. What do you think?⛴️👍

[@dickcaplis4208]

@@vibewithmike How true, it’s not just the height but the real danger is the interval. I was going north out of lake Huron and out of nowhere my bow flag did a 180 and I knew then we were in trouble. Fought the waves all the way to Harbor Beach before we got into a safe haven. Boated the Great Lake for 25 years before we both retired and moved to Florida. The only thing I have missed about Michigan is the freshwater, saltwater sucks.

[@vibewithmike]

Dick, I could listen to your stories for hours, without a doubt. You are truly blessed to be a person that could have those experiences. I’m sure there were good days and bad days depending on the weather. However, you got through all of them. I reread your comment twice because it is cool. Thanks man.👍⛴️

[@AmericanFreedomPatriot]

Why are they so blunt on the bow? can't be very efficient "plowing" the water, where a pointed bow splits the water.

[@vibewithmike]

Navy, great question my friend. The Great Lakes vessels are shaped almost like a rectangle to take up maximum space in the locks. This way they can haul more cargo. I hope you’re having a great Monday.