318. An unruly boat in a tiny canal... what could go wrong?!

My journey from Ashwood Marina down to Stourport continues in "Twiggy", the 20-foot long Microplus 600 cabin cruiser I just bought, and I might just be getting the hang of the steering. Maybe.
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[@thomasbernecky2078]

I've missed seeing these green and pleasant canals; and of course David's commentary.

[@AmsNl2BcnEs]

It’s the breakfast description that always gets me. I’m awaiting the cheese sandwich with bated breath.

[@Iam_Yu627]

Agreed. Good to have you back where it started.

[@WestCoastWheelman]

Putting the cruising back into Cruising the Cut!

[@peter-pg5yc]

Same here. his comentary is fantastic. i missed his travels

[@YouTube]

there's something so zen about dave's content

[@CruisingTheCut]

Errrrr ... wait, this does actually appear to be KZbin itself. Blimey. Hello KZbin; thank you.

[@zapfanzapfan]

@@CruisingTheCut KZbin has become sentient, that can't be good 😉

[@jcderby129]

@@CruisingTheCut and familiar enough to call you Dave! It knows your every move 👀

[@paulmurphy5648]

Just home from a crappy day and I find this little beauty to relax and brighten my day. Thank you, Dave...

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Del-Lebo]

@@CruisingTheCut I did as well! A little struggle makes for a better day. In my opinion!

[@johncassels3475]

Agreed, but the secret is to get just enough struggle and not too much!@@Del-Lebo

[@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian]

Your subscribers are going to have so much fun joining you not only on your journeys on “the cut”, but also seeing you carry out the “improvements” to Twiggy. Looking forward to all future episodes. 👏👏👍😀

[@CruisingTheCut]

A lot of improvements needed, it transpires

[@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian]

@@CruisingTheCut You know you can do it David. It’s no more than your campervan, but on water. Good luck and film all you can. 👏👏👍😀

[@beer1for2break3fast4]

Bring out another thousand @@CruisingTheCut

[@johng9399]

@@CruisingTheCut As I'm sure you know, a boat is just a hole in the water into which you throw money, the larger the hole the more money!😁

[@RaymondCore]

They will make for interesting videos, though. As long as they don't strain the budget.@@CruisingTheCut

[@sherrie-deejenkins6504]

I am so glad you are back on a boat. You make the best videos. Love your sense of humor.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks so much!

[@strayhorse]

I don’t need therapy. I just need David’s canal boat videos. It’s great that you’re back in the saddle. Thank you for your peaceful, joyous and entertaining commentary.

[@donash3199]

You Sir are the BEST. You got me “hooked” on viewing narrow boats vlogs, during the pandemic. I viewed ALL your vlogs and was very disappointed when you sold your “home”. I viewed all your vlogs since the sale. BUT THER IS none better when it comes a relaxing cruise through the cut.

[@scottmclennan6114]

6:28 what a beautiful scene!!

[@twocorgimom]

Nothing like a challenge to keep the juices flowing. Your new boat has done what all boats do, which is present their owner with one project after another. Glad to see you back on the water.

[@peterolsen3797]

Ah yes, one project after another, Let's see "B.O.A.T." Break Out Another Thousand.

[@johnmcafee6835]

If you're bored with nothing to do get a boat.@@peterolsen3797

[@davidharris-jj6qe]

As always fantastic listening to the master. Well done David

[@WoksAndPansCafe]

Man, I’ve missed cruising with you so much, really happy to see you back on the water. Whilst I do enjoy other narrowboaters channels, none of them give me such a relaxing sense of “being there” as your content and commentary does. Thank you!

[@eamo106]

It seems everyone now has a Narrowboat and does a KZbin and other Vlogs You were the Original person that started this genre !

[@CruisingTheCut]

Haha thanks. Actually I was second, after Dan of "Sort of Interesting"

[@FerroequinologistofColorado]

That boat looks like so much fun. Glad to see you got a smaller boat.

[@Tomthumb222]

Ah, that brings back so many happy memories of another life when I bought a 20ft craft, almost identical to this one. I replaced Two outboard motors, one complete steering system…which had to be fettled as it steered the wrong way… and completely stripped and rebuilt the interior. There was no charging system on the vessel, but a couple of decent lanterns an a galley full of spare batteries saw me through. As with your vessel, it was extremely unruly but after the installation of many window counterweights in the hull, I had a reasonable (if somewhat cramped) little hobby craft. Many hours ensued stopping at canal-side pubs and restaurants and mooring at night in secluded stretches of canal. I would heartily recommend this lifestyle to anyone, I really would. Thanks for this uplifting video, it made my day.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Wonderful! 😀😀

[@Stealthhunter44]

I had forgotten how relaxing your cruising vlogs are with the beautiful scenery and your matter-of-fact commentary. I’m very glad you have your own boat again and have resumed cruising the canals of Britain. Thank you for sharing!

[@randymagnum143]

A little hatz diesel would make very relaxing racket! 😂

[@CJNine]

David, your commentary as captain of a canal boat has been missed. I really enjoy these instructive 'tours.'

[@paulhaynes8045]

Just found an unexpected extra benefit from your cruising vlogs - they're great for taking blood pressure readings to! I had a bit of a wobble the other day and ended up with ECG, blood tests, injections, three different pills, etc, etc - and having to take my blood pressure every day. And, as anyone who has tried this will tell you, the very act of taking your BP gives you high blood pressure! Then I happened to try it whilst watching this video - and got five low - and, for once, fairly similar - readings in a row! I shall be re-watching a lot of your old cruising vlogs over the next few weeks...

[@CruisingTheCut]

As recommended by all good GPs!!

[@mattwruff]

On the positive side, your repair video can be quite funny and very entertaining. That will push you past a whopping 250k subscribers. I'm glad to have you back on the cut!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Ummm.... videos. Definitely plural. It's going to need a LOT of work...

[@PapaDan]

As a handyman of almost 50 years, I can tell you that this is the correct method of putting in posts. Why people started concreting them in is beyond me. They will eventually rot out. If you insist on encapsulating the post, bring the concrete above ground and taper it so rain runs away from the post. It’ll still rot away but probably will take a few more years.

[@CruisingTheCut]

I rather suspect this was posted on the wrong video!!

[@robertteap8052]

A few well places bags of sand / ballast, underneath the flooring /seating should give you a much more manageable boat.. You need to get some draft, especially near the bow, for your motor to "steer" off.

[@chrisrand5185]

Interesting comments about the use of fenders. When we started boating in the mid 60s, narrowboats did not have fenders, but timber and fibreglass cruisers did. They were essential to protect the lighter craft from damage and were permanently down. Fenders didn't really start appearing on narrowboats until the early 80s and were provided primarily for comfort when moored against piled or hard edges (still useless on the Shroppie shelf). They are lifted to stop a boat jamming in a lock. As for indicators on a BMW, spare a thought for the poor soul on the production line who fits them knowing they will never be used - complete lack of job satisfaction!

[@wmason1961]

What is a "shroppie shelf"?

[@chrisrand5185]

Along much of the Shropshire Union Canal where the bank has a concrete edge, there is a projection below the waterline which is below the reach of fenders. This is known as the Shroppie shelf.

[@blinzohagen]

My understanding is the side of the canal isn’t vertical but either slopes down or there is a shallow section so you can’t moor conveniently against the armco.

[@lukedaniel7669]

I was taught that you put your fenders down when they'll be needed, ie when you're alongside something or in a confined space. The rest of the time you have them up as if another boat is going to hit you the chances are it won't be where the fender happens to be.

[@julesstone7990]

The more I see your Banana Mobile (Twiggy) the more I want to buy one! She is lovely and thank you for taking us along for your journey x

[@rogerbrown5558]

It's not just BMW drivers that don't need to indicate, to me it's the more expensive the car is the less features they have, like indicators, superfluous mirrors and will park anywhere illegal without the hazard lights. So you you can leave your fenders down, you don't have rubbing strips. Thanks for taking us along.

[@01jvb]

Good to see that you got the hang of the boat on the second day. Your boat does look like it's been well maintained by its previous owners - there's not many of this type in such good condition these days. I hope you are going to take advantage of its trailability to visit the unconnected waterways you weren't able to visit by narrowboat.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank. ON close inspection it's actually got a lot that needs sorting, sadly (the tour video, coming soon, will show) but that just means lots of interesting DIY projects for me!

[@NiallWardrop]

Second this, I don't know if you got a trailer with the boat but if you did your van will tow it easily which opens up all sorts of different options.

[@joline2730]

​​@@CruisingTheCut oh looking forward to your twitching and tweaking, and those great 'fast forward' mickey mouse ramblings 😂😂😂

[@paca_bill4863]

@@CruisingTheCut From the great work you've done on the van, along with very informative videos, I'm guessing that showing the projects for Twiggy may inspire others to look at some of the older boats for some renovations.

[@sianiswack633]

​@@joline2730😂😂😂

[@eveb446]

What a beautiful journey this was: plenty of birdsong, ducks and a Heron!!!! Glad you arrived safely.

[@wideawake914]

Yes so glad you did not sink in that big lock. Dave used to live in a yellow submarine.

[@nancythomas-wardm.b.a2993]

mY BLOOD PRESSURE .......VANISHED....OHHH JUST LOVELY dAVID XX n

[@lenabreijer1311]

A kayak is hard to sleep in. At least with a canoe you can sleep under it. I am glad you got another boat to travel the canals in.

[@christaylor8325]

Good to see you back on the water. My suggestions are 1) get the engine and control cables serviced, a blocked jet is possibly the cause of difficulty with slow running. If that doesn't work you may need a different propellor. Also, add a rudder blade behind the prop, will improve steering!

[@normanboyes4983]

Agree engine control cables.👍

[@Saluno375]

Your narrative voice talent can make even a bland breakfast interesting ;D I'm amazed you don't have a BBC commission for a documentary or something like it yet!

[@colscopters]

Iam so glad that you are back on the water and I don't know about you but it makes a freshing change your new videos on the boat twiggy I love it these are the best videos you have ever made as people can afford a smaller boat a lot easier that a narrow boat thanks I love this .

[@CrypidLore]

I'm extremely happy to see you with a new boat, well done!

[@WestCoastWheelman]

While they can get quite expensive, a little light boat like this would do amazing things with a modern electric trolling motor with a remote control. Imagine stepping off and locking through wirelessly, driving the boat through from shore with a little key fob in one hand.

[@sheilah4525]

We LOVE Twiggy, know you’ll fine tune it to perfection and are glad to see your return to the water, Admiral Johns! Now we look forwards to a Twiggy (possibly available in “Twiggy yellow”?) T shirt!

[@johnkowalkowski4269]

David, as you are finding out, fiberglass boats are light and prone to be easily pushed by light winds. The planing style semi V hull also tends to wander at slow speeds. One possible solution would be 2 small outboards spread as far apart as they can on the transom and use throttles and F/R to steer. With electric outboards, you could electrify and not worry about pulling the starter cord ever again!

[@Jagcycle]

I love this little boat. A new adventure and always a great opportunity to learn something different.

[@leonardkey5079]

Flag management: Get yourself a bit of white plastic water pipe - you know, the stuff that your washing machine drains through. Length the same as the height of the flag. Close one end with insulating or similar waterproof tape. Now wind the flag around the flagstaff and slide the pipe over the resulting 'sausage'. Keeps it nicely restrained and dry - just whip the cover off when required. Seemples!

[@danburrill8716]

I remember a quote from the late Phil Bolger, one of my favourite naval architects: "The best boat for anyone, is the smallest, most simple boat that does everything they want it to."

[@cornishhh]

A wise man, Bolger. Not afraid to try new ideas either,.

[@randymagnum143]

Everything is a project, I've been told!

[@andrewfyakim525]

It's a shame we're given only one life to live. If we had multiple lives I would use up one of my allotments living on, and cruising the canals of the England. I wonder why the UK doesn't have you heading up the public-relations/tourist department! Thank you for all these videos, and it's great to see you back on the water....

[@stevenvanes2928]

I miss the old cruising videos, maybe if we all chip in we could get David another canal boat. 😁

[@CruisingTheCut]

I wouldn't actually want that but thanks for the thought

[@pierQRzt180]

the boat and the quiet canals are great

[@McRocket]

I have a short attention span. But watching these 'cruising' videos - along with your fine commentary - allow my distractibility to take a break. ☮

[@andrewpoloni4197]

All is right in the world .... David Johns is back on the canal network! :) I'm excited for you, and I look forward to seeing how you tweak out the boat going forward.

[@robinblackmoor8732]

With all the how to videos on KZbin, you should be able to do whatever you want to Twiggy, to get her the way you want.

[@JamesAdam100]

David, I can't wait to watch all the DIY jobs you'll have to do in depth, I find them and the commentary hilarious!

[@davidsmith-ih2kk]

Well David, I was almost right when I said you would miss the canal boat life and return to it. But I feel this is a good compromise for you, a cheaper alternative that allows you to keep the canal boat life and a fixed abode. As to fridges, you could always invest in a simple 12-volt model to keep base essentials cold, milk butter, small drinks etc and a small gas camping hotplate would satisfy your need for cups of tea as you travel. No David I do think this is a wonderful compromise, keeping you on the canal and a fixed home. I have to confess I have been away from your channel a bit, but I do love your own boating videos, it was sad watching you on other people's boats and not your own. No again I like the compromise, you were a bit lost without the canal boat, this is much better. I adore your channel and videos David its a very watchable channel, and the videos on or off your own boat are excellent, I think you will easily get this boat up to scratch with your fixing skills. Lastly keep up the good videos David. Keep them coming. From another David.

[@barbarataylor1535]

Happy to hear you are enjoying the new boat. See you next time.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks 👍

[@andrewcashel8984]

Firstly David, welcome back to your native element. I have the same handling problem with my 18 footer. No thrust down low and almost no steering response. And i found that by changing to a high thrust 4 blade propeller , from the 3 blade that comes standard on the engine was a vast improvement. The diameter of the propeller is increased but the pitch is reduced.And you get a extra blade. so you need to rev the engine more to get full power, but you get more push at low speed like you need. as the propeller is larger in diameter, it still offers the engine the correct amount of load. so the engine is not over revving. Something to consider, and it an easy DIY, job, take to you local marine dealer. good, luck taming the beast.

[@leedavis5958]

Nice to see you back on the water again, In your own boat.👍

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks 👍

[@mikescarborough9196]

“I’m wondering if I’ve bitten off more than I can chew here.” - Every boat owner since the beginning of time.

[@stifledvoice]

You'll need to put some power trim tabs on the transom to stabilize the ride, really handy when towing water skiers through the canal...😊 Seriously, make sure to get your bottom hull sealed/expoxied, you don't want a soggy bottomed fiberglass hull

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks for the tip!

[@colinsharp462]

Once again David, a brilliant vlog. It must be quite a change from the NB and I’m sure in time you will complete all the tweaks. I look forward to the rest of your adventures. Thanks for all your hard work to bring us landlubbers closer to life afloat. Colin

[@CruisingTheCut]

Cheers Colin

[@henryvanveen5365]

Whether by narrowboat or cabin cruiser the views are just as good.

[@CruisingTheCut]

True!

[@RaymondCore]

I lived aboard a 25' motorsailor for 10 years. It was my first live-aboard and I was so distracted by the pleasures of living on the water that I hardly noticed the drawbacks. From watching all your narrowboat videos, I know you have an affinity for canal life. I'm happy for you to be back on the water.

[@DougPalumbo]

A cheerful little boat indeed!

[@AussieBlueDog87]

Outboards down turn properly at idle. They do better with a little bit of throttle. You can also get a forward controller that has one stick for throttle and one forward/reverse. You can also pitch the prop up/down to match revs at the speed you want to make it easier keep the correct speed you need at higher revs so the controller matches better. Also you can start the outboard with a battery drill. You need a socket that’s the size of the flywheel bolt, an adapter and a battery drill. Drill a hole above the flywheel nut to let the socket through and turn the motor over that way.

[@christopherestrada8576]

It looks like interesting times are in the offing and I couldn’t be more thrilled for you! Once again by your handy work I find myself in the thrall of the incredible English countryside, absolutely captivating. Even though you mentioned you’re feeling overwhelmed I have full confidence that it’s just a temporary state and you’ll soon make Twiggy another beloved character in the storybook of your travels. My Father and I just purchased a “home built” off-road camper-trailer in need of tweaking & personalization, so we feel a certain kinship with you! We have felt moments of being overwhelmed as well. However the more we dig into the project the more we see what an amazing canvas we have to make our own little dream come to life. By Van or Boat I always appreciate you sharing your adventures and taking the time to show us a bit of that world most wonderful. Much love and respect!

[@thecapturban]

David is finding out what being a Skipper is all about😂 The term u are lookin for is a slide David.. when u steer and it keeps going and then have to correct twice. Breaking the slide

[@eekee6034]

I hope Twiggy doesn't get to be too much trouble, David. I'm starting to take on more projects myself, on a 'bit at a time' basis. Things get too much for me awfully easily, and I don't want that to happen with the things I enjoy. The hard part is remembering that many things aren't urgent, they can wait.

[@alan6832]

I realized that my original idea of 1 or 2 angle irons possibly going back all the way to the engine outdrive does not help your hovercraft problem, for which angle irons should be larger but shorter, ending before the transom and centered just aft of the center or weight of the boat. It should not be a problem for them to draw less than the prop, though if they draw slightly more than the prop, they can help protect the prop. Anyway, by putting one on each side, they might be made to avoid increasing the draft of the hull even when the engine is tilted and the prop is out of the water. This arrangement, like twin keel sailboats, also keeps the boat level when aground at low tide etc.

[@jpaulrice]

A cool morning we had here today in northern Florida, so as I waited for the sun to warm us up a bit I thoroughly enjoyed traveling with you on the canal. Terrific size boat, I think.

[@DavidWilliams-rn6uq]

She is a cute little thing, I can see how you (and the lady on the path) were charmed by her.

[@shirleylynch7529]

What a truly beautiful canal. Scenery delightful. So good to be cruising again with you. Thank you.

[@yellowstonenaturerc8518]

David, you have no idea the joy and happiness of seeing you back on the water. I have missed Cruising The Cut so very much. Please don't leave us again. Your friend in Wyoming USA .... Richard

[@CruisingTheCut]

I never left. I have been producing canal videos continuously since I sold my boat, including cruising ones.

[@yellowstonenaturerc8518]

@@CruisingTheCut Yes I know and watched some of them it just was the same ... so welcome back in "your own boat" .. Stay safe.

[@5464348643]

Glad you're back on the water. 😊

[@davidsworld5837]

put your flag at the back of the boat and put it up only when traveling heheheh. the smallest boats need the most work, due to the tight enviroment you are then in. you see things you would not see in a bigger more space boat. its nice to see a peaceful go sown the canal at a slow speed. being able to hear the birds and other sounds as you go.

[@MartinAhlman]

That looks lovely! Imagine, autumnal colours while I have two feet of snow...

[@sianiswack633]

Where you, may I ask ? Here Eastern Canada, snow coming and going

[@MikeBootle]

Good to see you back where you belong. Very much enjoyed. Banksia Beach Australia

[@BarneyLeith]

What a beautiful day! I used to live in Kidderminster in the early 1970s - I taught at a boys' grammar school. Some years later my wife and I and our children cruised through Kidderminster as we did the Stourport Ring. We moored in Kidderminster to do some shopping and I did the classicc towpath splits (one foot on the boat and one on the towpath) much to the kids' amusement and my wife's concern that I might get Weil's disease. I remained healthy, thank goodness!

[@dexterfitben]

Ahh..that morning face. Welcome back!

[@codingbloke]

A really nice stretch of canal. Its a great walk from Kinver to Stourport. (Good pubs along the way too). Got me thinking its time to do that again when the weather gets better.

[@joysedgwick812]

Perfect, you even provided a heron, thank you David for a sunny cruise when we are now freezing 🥶.

[@Vlogsoup]

I am so happy to see you owning a boat again. I know that Twiggy needs some love, but those projects will just allow you to make her yours and put your personal stamp on her. You went past some absolutely stunning spots and I love seeing the cottages.❤

[@ianparkes5097]

How satisfying that despite the stress of a wilful boat you still manage somehow to exude the calm that works so well on the rest of us. About your boat's waywardness, I've been thinking. Some may wonder why the designer thought that was a job well done when this went into production, but of course it wasn't designed for canals. It's saucery shape works well in coastal conditions when there is plenty of sea room. it is designed to skim over the surface and, being such a small boat, a firm grip on lumpy waves would put it a lot more at their mercy; far better for it to slip about a bit when progress in the general direction is good enough. Of course this is not at all useful when you are trying to steer accurately within walls 10ft apart. So I'm sticking with my "Only me - you don't want to do it like that" diagnosis of a more suitable prop to improve the motor's manners, plus adding a keel of two to four inches in depth to keepTwiggy on the straight and narrow.

[@xaviergarrak]

Having watched your Narrowboat videos it looked like you were absolutely tearing down the canal in Twiggy! It's wonderful to see you back on the cut and enjoying yourself.

[@gudfarfar]

The steering issue is probably that the rudder has the propulsion attached to it, and with your boat having little or no keel, it can be pushed sideways by the force of the motor while it is angled towards one side. We observed the same with a large dingy that was flat bottomed. It had the habit to shift sideways while steering, but it becomes a habit as you practise. Good luck with Twiggy.

[@philipdodd2836]

Don’t know if it’s the same with outboards but I’ve driven a fair few river cruisers & when steering, you have to kind of find the rudder, if that makes sense. You get a feel for how many & the kind of steering inputs you need in order to pilot it smoothly, otherwise you end up ‘crabbing’ down the river (canal in your case) constantly twirling the wheel. You’ll get used to it, I’m sure.

[@jdknbw]

nice to see that you are getting the hang of the steering--and i do love the plaque that is on the boat. forgot how much i have missed all the great scenery. thanks

[@debbiea3890]

Cruising The Cut out cruising again and I couldn’t be happier. Love your ever so slightly occasional snarkiness. You’re a gem David, thanks for bringing us along.

[@keithweybury5212]

Welcome back to the UK waterways David. Great to see you where you belong. Love Twiggy. Cheers Keith from Australia0

[@charlesjordan8364]

Can't wait for part 3!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Part 3 will be the tour

[@jamiescott3814]

I've often heard the saying, the best thing about owning is the first day you have it and the day you get rid of it

[@sextant1222]

Add a few sand bags under floor if you can, that will help your steering

[@curve2music483]

Just been watching the videos by the former owner of Twiggy. What a bonus 😊

[@bernardhilton3527]

Despite the difficulties you looked very cheerful. Obviously you are in your comfort zone. Well done. 👍

[@suzanneippolito8716]

glad to see you back on the water with your own boat. I look foeward to your chalenges and changes.😊

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you! 😊

[@bnewland1958]

What a calm and green journey. The colors are wonderful.

[@carolinebutcher8160]

How lovely to see you back on the water! Twiggyy is rather cute! X

[@danieldook9602]

So nice to see you back on the water I love watching your videos I love the commentary you have a very calming voice and your knowledge of the history of where you are I find brilliant.

[@jazziered142]

It's just so ridiculously picturesque. 😊

[@bccanoe]

For a tiny boat with limited facilities dehydrated meals might be a good option. I make my own for wilderness camping, it's a very easy process; cook up a big pot of food, spread it out on dehydrator trays to dry overnight, then bag up individual servings in resealable plastic bags in the morning. 'Cooking' the meals in the field is also easy; add the dried food and some water to a pot, bring it to boil and simmer for 10 minutes. The dehydrated food is shelf stable and very compact.

[@YaaLFH]

It has more space inside than a van and people cook proper meals in those. Plenty of space for tinned food that will not look like slop after reheating, or even fresh food once he gets a bit more organised. Could easily have a small fridge in there.

[@dee2251]

Can’t wait to see all your alterations and adventures on Twiggy.

[@tobolulo]

Like her model namesake: Twiggy is a stunner.

[@bruceperry6315]

It is nice to see views again, and enjoy your commentary. 😁 Thank you.

[@vickiefay7287]

So glad you are back and taking us along your adventures with Twiggy ❤

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one Dave you are getting the hang of the steering now that looked a lot better to me I bet on a windy day it’s fun are you going to pimp it up like ya van it will be a brilliant boat to go on the river with for a week or two cheers Dave have a great week 🙂🎤🎥✌️

[@robsin2810]

So good to have you back on the water🙏🇦🇺👍

[@SteveAReno237]

I have missed seeing your boating videos. I have found you to be, by far, the best narrowboat vlogger. I have now subscribed and hope to see much more boating content.

[@lilbatz]

The scenery is ridiculously beautiful on the canal. I can totally see why you'd get another boat. 💕

[@Mistydazzle]

I am so glad that you took down that gigantic flag. Now, things will get better. Good to see you back on the water, again, with your own craft. You will enjoy it!