⚓️Duluth's 1949 Ship Sykes: 2023's Greatest Show!

The 678-foot ship "Wilfred Sykes" passed under the Aerial Lift Bridge on 12/28/2023 as it headed for Lake Superior in Duluth, MN!
Boat Friends, this ship earned the Best Show of the Year award after this departure! The conditions were absolutely fantastic with a cloudless blue sky and perfect lighting to see this ship make the most memorable departure of the season. I could see the old-school pilothouses as the ship started to appear on my camera in the Duluth Harbor Basin. I could easily tell this was a classic Great Lakes Laker by its overall look and design! I made sure to zoom in and point out the steering pole and other features on this vessel that look really cool.
As I was recording the ship approaching the Aerial Lift Bridge, Captain Lori Reinhart blasted the horn to provide a full salute to the bridge. A few seconds later the Aerial Lift Bridge returned a full horn salute to the ship. Then, Captain Reinhart did a special fleet-specific full-horn salute a few seconds later! As the ship made its way to Lake Superior the captain did another two separate full-horn salutes! It was absolutely incredible and everyone was so thrilled along the south pier! You could literally feel the excitement in the air!
I immediately knew because of the overall conditions, the ultra-rare ship appearance in Duluth, and the incredible horn performance from the captain, this was the Best Show of the Year from a ship in Duluth!
I don't want to forget to mention that this ship is very historic as well! The Sykes loaded right next to the Edmund Fitzgerald at the ore docks in Superior (Wisconsin) before it headed out on Lake Superior into a 1975 storm in which it sank, and left no survivors. The Sykes departed only two hours after the Fitzgerald and took a completely different route. Unbelievable history attached to the Wilford Sykes because of its connection to the Fitzgerald.
Information about the ship Wilfred Sykes: greatlakesship...
Key moments:
0:01 Intro
0:44 Ship photo preview
1:00 Photo of ship's captain
1:08 Map of where the ship will be going
1:24 Weather conditions
1:55 Daytime look at bridge light
2:10 Showing Aerial Lift Bridge road surface
2:16 Quick look at 12th Street Beach
2:26 A Person in a kayak in the ship canal
2:43 Showing wind conditions
3:03 Bridge getting ready to lift
3:23 Bridge lifting
3:29 First look at ship
4:07 360-degree look around the canal
4:25 Full ship details provided
5:20 Ship approaches bridge
5:47 Ship blasts horn salute
6:29 Ship blasts horn salute for the second time
6:53 Ship blasts horn salute for third time
7:24 Smokestack and loading boom
7:41 Stern anchor
7:44 Rudder
8:04 Ship blasts horn salute for the fourth time
8:40 Ship going out to Lake Superior
8:48 Black smoke coming from the ship
8:54 Thanking the ship captain for such a show!
9:07 Outro
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[@vibewithmike]

This video of the Wilfred Sykes was recorded yesterday 12/28 and not only is this ship unbelievably cool, but it’s very historic as well. It was the last ship to load next to Edmond Fitzgerald. This vessel departed two hours after the Fitzgerald in 1975 from the same loading dock in Superior. Just that alone is unbelievable to think about. Captain Lori Reinhart is in charge of the Sykes and she put on the best show of 2023 from a horn and overall cool ship standpoint!

[@dinadad]

How cool! Never knew that history. "....The legend lives on..." Captain Lori is so awesome.

[@vibewithmike]

@dinadad yes, lots of history comes with this ship. Right next to the Fitzgerald. Just think about that.

[@DressyBessie]

Oh my gosh, Mike, how fun was that?! What a cool captain! Quite the show! And the ship! Wow! I wasn't familiar with it. What a history and what a nice looking ship!! You must have been so giddy filming this! And can you believe this scene is the end of December?! As much as I like snow, I am not complaining one bit over here. 😊 Great video Mike! I really enjoyed seeing the captain too! This video is definitely a favorite!

[@edkalix7619]

That is a cool legend.

[@rosaliegloege4498]

WOW...can't get any better than this. So glad I tuned in! Thanks! 😮

[@andreasgroeller1083]

Best Salutes from a very beautiful old school Ship. Best ❤📣📣👍👍

[@doubleedgedsword6956]

That beautiful lady sure isn't shy wow! What is sound off! Looking at 132.5 HZ, which is a C3 note, my oh my, what a beautiful lady she is! Thank you, Mike!

[@donnasmith5882]

I love the Wilfred Sykes. I think it is absolutely beautiful! I really enjoy your channel! Thanks!

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you for such a wonderful comment Donna! This Mark W. Barker ship was so cool to record!

[@johnskelton5683]

Seeing this incredible seventy five year old ship, Wilfred Skye's, hearing the horns telling all I'm here, with three last additional sounding of the horns to say, 'I'll be back'. What a testament to incredible engineering of the day this ship was designed and built. Think seventy five years of all that which this vessel was subject to, to see it today earning its keep with the maritime company operating this beautiful vessel. Another wonderful video to end the year, 2023!

[@chuckg6039]

Hi John. You really stated things well. We were so lucky she went to Duluth. Her original plans were for Marquette. Happy New Years

[@wendyphillips5002]

Wow, a lady captain of a huge great lakes bulk carrier. It is very good to see a lady captain of a ship. Captain means many years of experience, training, knowledge, credentials and a lot of responsibility.

[@timothynewton4453]

My hat is off to Lori and the crew. I applaude the show she put on. Can anyone say tears of Joy? Yout this folks.

[@vibewithmike]

What an awesome Captain! Captain Lori

[@chucke4294]

19.7 K subscribers now!!!!!! Up every time I Look!!!!!

[@JamesWilson-bw5uq]

Thanks Mike! Captain Lorie! Great old ship!!!

[@JamesWilson-bw5uq]

Hi Mike Chris to the captain!! I've never seen the Sykes but I've read about her as she is part of the saga of the Edmund Fitzgerald!!!!!!!

[@suzanne3983]

Captain Lori brought it! Thank you Mike, I didn’t know she was loading next to the Fitzgerald on that day. I learned something new! Fun video.

[@marywright6759]

In my opinion the most beautiful ship on the lakes. I love it. 4 salutes!

[@pamelaknits]

Wow! The coolest ship of all time. How amazing were all those salutes 🔊🔊🔊🔊.

[@AndyM.]

That is now my favorite boat!!!!! I LOOOOOVE DA OL' SCHOOL look of it!!!

[@vibewithmike]

Andy, I hope you can join the livestream today 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM CT. kzbin.infoxYI-9oQk8iA?si=2HYpQMH_Km-bSaA5

[@AndyM.]

Already set DA TUBE to notify OF LAKER-PA-LOOZA 2023!!!!!

[@jimzepf3910]

Mike, Wilfred Sykes one of your best, chokes you up feels like the sixties beautiful Ship will watch again👍👍👍✌️

[@KellyfromTC]

Super fun! Thanks Captain Lorie! Thanks Mike! --Kelly

[@vibewithmike]

The captain and ship really are the star of the show. It was unbelievable to watch this.

[@katherineaustin2477]

What a wonderful cool ship Love the captain salute just love the horns Go capt Lori

[@NorthshoreLover-gk7zv]

A female ship captain bringing in the fun! Awesome ship video and thanks for the information about this ship. Very interesting!

[@vibewithmike]

This captain really put on a show for us. She did a great job.

[@linctiger]

Thanks for the show, just subscribed from Lincolnshire in the UK

[@vibewithmike]

Well, thank you for subscribing my friend in the United Kingdom. You have a lot of ship action out your way as well. I hope you are doing well. Happy weekend to my friend. I hope to speak with you soon. Thanks again. Cheers.

[@scottlewis8681]

Mike this will be short and sweet and from the heart..... THANKS A MILLION!! Peace!!

[@chucke4294]

Master salute from a Stately Classy vessel and bonus vibes for sure! She was having a great time, what a show! Great job Mike!!!

[@elizabethw4519]

I bet she was having fun with the children!! Thanks Capt Lori for the amazing salutes!! WE love this so much. Wow, the history of the Sikes and the Fitz loading at the same time. I envision the captains probably spoke with one another during that time. wow, Wow, WOW for this exit!!!! Safe travels Capt and the crew and may 2024 be a wonderful one for you!!! Why am I tearing up!!!!

[@josepadin566]

A very good video,definitely I enjoyed 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@spotts9668]

Hi, Mike! What a great show! The extra horn salutes brought a tear to my eye!

[@vibewithmike]

It definitely was the best show from a ship this year in Duluth

[@MrSkibumchris]

I am glad I wasn't the only one! God bless this ship and her crew. God bless America !!

[@karlschwab6437]

Great job captain Lori and Mike for a great ending to 2023!

[@davidfeller1021]

What a great Christmas Gift from Captain Lorri and crew! Thank you Mike ! Superb video!

[@vibewithmike]

This captain definitely earned the best ship performance of the year in Duluth

[@guyg7160]

My vote best video of year. Nice job Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

I really do believe that. From a performance standpoint and cool factor, I thought it was awesome.

[@markarneson8705]

What a treat! All of us Boat Friends who live far and wide would not be able to see and enjoy the beauty of the Sykes if it were not for you Mike. Thank you so much and I wish you and yours a very Happy New Year. Thank you

[@vibewithmike]

Mark, I hope you can join the livestream today between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM CT. kzbin.infoxYI-9oQk8iA?si=2HYpQMH_Km-bSaA5

[@chucke4294]

Beautiful cloudless day in Dtown, how about this weather Mike!!!

[@vibewithmike]

One of the most beautiful days I had to record a ship. It was fantastic.

[@bevpearson8268]

This ia absolutely awesome!!! Yay Mike and Yay Capt Reinhart!!!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

Bev! Captain Lori did a marvelous job giving us a showing in Duluth. It was spectacular. What a ship.

[@dollywalker3929]

Wow beautiful ship and horn. Woo what a captain🎉🎊🎊🎆

[@maribelfarnsworth4565]

What a magnificent ship! And what a great series of salutes!

[@patricks_music]

What a solid horn! Captain definitely had fun with the horns! What a cool vessel. Thanks for bringing us this video!

[@susanfaulkner2304]

Love the footage you've taken. Also, I like the idea of a female captain for one of these ships. The weather is gorgeous, crisp and cool. Never disappointed! To captain Lori👏!Thank you Mike! Stay warm☕!

[@spitfirenutspitfirenut4835]

Mike……That’s absolutely incredible. Tears….. And thank you friend.❤️🇺🇸🇨🇦

[@ginnyanderson4892]

What a wonderful beautiful ship and salute.

[@laurabartoletti6412]

🔊 Ahoy Sykes , she's a beauty !! 👏 hey Mike & boat friends ! COOL !! ☮️

[@vibewithmike]

Captain Lori really blasted the horns for all of us! What a show, what a show!👍⛴️

[@michelek5207]

Captain was having fun!!! Love it!!!

[@shirleybalinski4535]

What a beautiful day. The Lake, the boat..perfect,Great Lakes!!

[@mickbaker2483]

Hi Mike what a beautiful old school laker she is one awesome looking ship and she's an old girl but I bet she give some of the newer ships on the lake's a run for there money, thank you to captain Lori Reinhart for giving us the all of the salutes as she tacks the Wilfred Sykes out of Duluth, Fantastic.

[@terrsaelbon]

It looks like a beautiful day. That was the best ship of 2023 with those salutes!❤

[@vibewithmike]

The sky was beautiful and blue, and the ship was fantastic

[@critterscute3642]

I knew that name sounded familiar! Thanks for making that Edmund Fitzgerald connection for us, Mike. A much better decision made that fateful day by the Sykes’ Captain Paquette. And here she is, still getting ‘er done! Thanks, Captain Lori, for giving us all a treat with the horn action. I didn’t really have a favorite ship or captain…I certainly do now!!Safe sailing to Captain Lori and the entire crew. Thanks, Mike, for this great video!

[@carolewoolley7017]

Better words couldnt be spoken❤

[@carolyncourts6510]

wow! That boat just stole the show. Beautiful day, beautiful sky, beautiful ship. Can't beat that!

[@chuckg6039]

Starting at 6:19, you can see a white small swinging boom near the rear of the pilot house. It is used to hoist items from the main deck up to the 3rd level. You can see another swinging boom starting at 7:18. It's directly above the 'W' in Wilfred. Very helpful to haul up goods to the main deck. This video ranks way up there for me! Thanks so much Captain Lori for that very, very rare set of 4 salutes. Will be so memorable for all of us Boat Friends.

[@francisforest9342]

Hi Chuck, Thanks for pointing out the swinging boom. I'd like to get your opinion about this. I was watching this video today of the Saginaw: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zqu5fminYt-opc0feature=shared You can see it's swing boom on the starboard-side of the bow beginning at 2:00, and some good views of the bow thrusters at 2:16, 3:20, and 7:19. At 3:48 you can see some deck hands being swung out and lowered with the swing boom. Is this pretty common practice? On the Wilfred Sykes the swinging boom looks more centrally located near the bow (probably for hoisting to the 3rd level of the super structure, as you said), and the boom near its stern looks to be set too far back to be practical for off-loading deck hands. Is off-loading deck hands with the swinging boom pretty common? Thanks.

[@96HC12]

WOW Mike, So glad I did not miss this one! That was off the hook. I’m still laughing. Hats off to Captain Lori,She really brought it.

[@lagunza]

Thanks for sharing that with us Mike! Glad you were there to document that departure and multiple salutes! Well done, Sir!

[@vibewithmike]

I hope you’re having a great Friday. Your profile photo is so beautiful with that sunset. Hey, this captain stepped up and made it the coolest ship departure of the year in Duluth.

[@kenrickjones3990]

Now I know why I fell in love with these wonderful old ships they are so awesome. Jim thank you for sharing such an awesome ship. The modern ships of today are huge and technical wonders but they can never match these classics. Again thank you for sharing

[@edkalix7619]

She is beautiful.

[@deetempleton80]

Well as the song goes Girls' really Do know how to have fun.. the horns were a gift for all present, an all the World Wide audience. Love her Laker an her fun.. Best close out to 2023🎉🎉🎉❤ you go Girl, thanx Lori😊😊😊❣️🌠🌎 wish I could fly to Indiana to try an take Lori a Bouquet

[@kevinmcneal4451]

Mike your enthusiasm is infectious! Thanks so much for the background information on these great ships...especially for those of us just being introduced to this world.😊

[@edkalix7619]

Great job Mike,Thank You.

[@carllafrance5510]

Hi Mike Excellent video ! Hardly any wake !

[@bobjohnston5527]

Good evening Mike. Great video and info. Please send this weather to Fredericton. We had rain, freezing rain and snow today. More snow for tomorrow

[@mariowolf9884]

Hi Mike what can i say its absolutely fantastic this vessel, one more i never have seen before, and what a horn concert the female captain gave us. I love also the painting of the Wilfred Sykes, one of the only fee ship with the green color on it. Best regards to Captain Lori Reinhardt in the name of all boat ethusiasts....

[@Chili453]

Great ship for being 74 years young !!!

[@vibewithmike]

Its was a pleasure to see this ship! It was so incredible to see this show the captain put on for everyone along that pier! It was amazing!⛴️👍

[@Chili453]

Loved all the salutes !!@@vibewithmike

[@janetryan9779]

So enjoyable to see this handsome ship! I love that I can learn so much from your channel, plus see such beautiful sights! The extra horn salutes were so nice- a thoughtful gesture from the captain.

[@vaneesakarsch919]

That was an awesome salute!! Way to go Captain Lori!! Safe voyage!❤️

[@ohnoflicks]

What a great video! and Yay Captain Lori! It looks like you had a simply gorgeous December day. And I loved that little beach. Maybe a trip to Duluth will be in my future!

[@ThomasPete]

Thanks Mike! Great horn and lots of it! Could be a farewell for the year? maybe the last trip to Duluth this year, season winding down. Another ship did that too the other day. (extra salutes).

[@delainepep22]

Thank you Captin Lori this was a treat for us all.

[@KenHartman152]

Absolutely love the history of the Wilfred Sykes. Plus she is a beautiful old school Laker. I love all the ships but the Old School Lakers have a special place in my heart especially the Arther Anderson. Bless Captain Laurie for all of the salutes to her boat fans!!! ❤❤

[@beaky29]

Hats off to Cpt Laurie! Fantastic salutes. Beautiful ship

[@melissawarfield]

Sharp looking ship. I love the horn display. Captain Laurie didn't stop. Thanks for the information. In another video from Paul Scinocca there was a paddle boarder paddling towards the lift. The kayaker made this video fun to watch.

[@BMgirl-mx1xh]

She likes her horn. Way to go capt lori

[@vibewithmike]

Captain Lori is no joke! One of the best out there. I respect her a lot. It’s wonderful seeing a comment from you as well, my friend.

[@pamberry7162]

What a beautiful ship!

[@samuelcollins1331]

The Sykes Has a “Dutch/North Sea” look to it! THANKS SO MUCH MIKE!!

[@skycvg]

Tip of the hat to Capt Lori Reinhart and crew. Always love the Sykes and boy she was all but maxed out. Really makes you appreciate the meaning of freeboard when the ships are loaded that heavy.

[@debbierogers3234]

Okay ….. that was the coolest one yet! Thanks to the captain! Thank you!

[@Deb_L]

Toot toot toot!! What fun.

[@vibewithmike]

📣📣📣📣📣📣⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️👋👋👋👋

[@Deb_L]

@@vibewithmike 🥓🥓🥓⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@karengausman1459]

Hello Capt.!!! What a beautiful blue sky!! I never realized what the light on the lift bridge really looked like. Thanks for a closer view. The 12th Street beach looks very calm. You have it all to yourself. She is an awesome looking vessel!! I will have to add her to my list of Old School Laker favs. What a beauty of a ship. WOW, WOW, WOW. Capt. Lori, you are just awesome!!! I had goosebumps as she was heading out to the lake. I wish Captain Lori and her crew safe travels to Indiana. Mike, this definitely was one of the best videos of the year. Thank you so much for this. You do so much for us Boat Friends that we can never repay (at least that is how I feel). Happy Friday to you!!! Take care my friend and chat soon. 🙋🚢

[@johanvandersandt8904]

Hi Karen! This is such an cool looking ship! Its almost got that futuristic flowing design and to think that she has been sailing since 1949!!! Hope you have a fantastic weekend my friend! Stay warm and be well!

[@karengausman1459]

@@johanvandersandt8904 Hello my friend 👋. I totally agree. I think she looks great for her age. Love the Old Lakers look. Hope you are having a great weekend 😊. 🚢🚢

[@johanvandersandt8904]

She certainly does! She really has some classy lines! Thank you, I hope you are having a great day and a wonderful weekend as well Karen! 😄👌🎉

[@vibewithmike]

@johanvandersandt8904 Karen & Johan, I hope you can join the livestream today between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM CT. kzbin.infoxYI-9oQk8iA?si=2HYpQMH_Km-bSaA5

[@karengausman1459]

@@vibewithmike I will do my best to be there. I know I will definitely have a great time.

[@sweynforkbeardtraindude]

FANTASTIC BRO!

[@edkalix7619]

Love those horns

[@440tomcat]

Thanks Mike👍

[@GhostSportsES]

This was awesom. Two things that never gets old.. Ships and waves on the great lakes. Looks like a beautiful day btw

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad you enjoyed the ship. It is definitely a memorable situation from a horn standpoint.

[@GhostSportsES]

@@vibewithmike My nephew the one who likes these vessel outa all my neices an nephews, was watching the this video going "ITS BOAT, ITS BOAT, ITS BOAT, IM THE FLASH!" Over an over lol

[@joane8651]

This has been the best one ever! Thank You for a beautiful video.

[@ruthgoebel723]

Hi Mike! Looking forward to this all day! Great horn!! Thanks for sharing.

[@vibewithmike]

This was such an awesome ship to record! What an event it turned out to be! Wow!👍⛴️

[@johanvandersandt8904]

Its got a cool name! I have never heard of her and she looks awesome! That light is huge! It doesn't look it on the bridge but its massive! 1949 was a long time ago... I like this captain haha! She certainly knows how to entertain the crowd! Hope you have a great weekend bro!

[@chucke4294]

Hey Mike and all Boat Friend Nation, from a balmy 40 degree Bismarck. Fantastic winter weather!

[@vibewithmike]

Still sitting warm in your neck of the woods I see Chuck. This ship was so awesome to watch and the captain did such a great job making this a real show.

[@chucke4294]

@@vibewithmike Mike that must be a recorded of some sorts, as the Captain was really enjoying it for sure! That might be an idea for a rainy day video just of the various salutes we have heard throughout the year…… You have a top 5 within one, and then the McBarker the other day and so on down the line! LOL that would be a hoot for sure!!!👍

[@eddie_wolf_]

Nice Catch Mike ! Thanks Much, Eddie

[@brentdickerson1473]

Howdy Mike...kudos to the captain!! Pretty cool my friend.

[@TheSopke]

I believe this is the boat that I watched come in at midnight the other night on the Duluth canal camera. The Captain did not hold back on her midnight salute to the lift bridge!!! The ship was also fully lit up & looked amazing .

[@Bobbyo60]

That is one elegant lady, and almost as old as I am!!

[@vibewithmike]

You are definitely right, a real elegant lady. This vessel is so awesome. Hey, did you see the Jets and ship in this video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2K7h36Gd8uJldUsi=f-GNGO5g8rysTqBd

[@Bobbyo60]

@@vibewithmike I did!! Well done!

[@vibewithmike]

@Bobbyo60 👍⛴️

[@guyg7160]

Great story of two ships in 1975

[@vibewithmike]

Yes, there’s lots of history with this ship being connected to the Edmund Fitzgerald

[@kayejaye261]

Sir thank you for these vids. Can’t wait to c them all. My bro lived in Minnesota. I drove truck to UP Michigan. Loved Duluth. Like u said in vid. Like a picture. Look forward to seeing future and past videos.

[@Douglas_79]

Great video, Mike!! I love this ship! Great connection with the Fitz! Love this old school look!! Captain was awesome acknowledging the fans!!!

[@ostbagar3]

A sunny day in Duluth and the ship looks great on that calm water😃👍! Thank’s for this one Mike!

[@bobpurs]

Mike that was awesome and beautiful historic vessel. Captain Lori awesome salute and Thanks you . Safe travels to you and crew. Thanks Mike 🎄Happy New Year

[@michaelkraley2456]

I used to work off of the cuyahoga river at a coal processing plant used to seeing this glorious machine about every other week or so. Have awesome pictures if anyone wants them.

[@vibewithmike]

Michael! Absolutely, all of us would love to see those photos. Send them to the email address I have below. In an upcoming video I will talk about you and the photos that you sent. That sounds awesome. Thank you for thinking of all of us. [e-mail] 1 = number one

[@chucke4294]

Old Timer coming through, has been around a long time!

[@vibewithmike]

Nothing like an old-school ship

[@richardharris9797]

Awesome Awesome video

[@vibewithmike]

I’m really happy you enjoyed it

[@tonyfreeman5048]

What an honor to be next to the Fitzgerald another good video friend thank you

[@mikerhodes7677]

Hey boat friend thanks another great video Mike

[@Becsmom0501]

Wow, thanks for sharing Mike! I did not know that it loaded at the same dock after AMA. She’s even older, correct? She’s a worker, you can tell. PLUS, an added bonus, Captain Lori. Did not know she had a female captain. Captain Lori, you go girl! 🎉Adding her to my fleet on MT.

[@ellenhalpern1882]

Love the salutes. Great video, thanks Mike

[@rogerhadley2763]

what a treat indeed

[@vibewithmike]

This is the first time I’ve ever laid eyes on the ship, and it definitely is one of the coolest I’ve seen. The captain really put a show on for all of us.

[@bevfarlow3330]

Thanks Mike. That was absolutely awesome!!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

What a way to end the year with this type of beautiful ship, and the best performance too

[@susanemma5454]

What a Great Ship and the Horns..wow

[@Phuong.Nguyen-]

Amazing 😊

[@debbiekern2841]

Love this ship!!! It goes to my hometown, Grand Haven, MI

[@vibewithmike]

I’m so happy I was able to record this beautiful ship with a brand new paint job, it doesn’t even look like it was built in 1942. It looks so nice.

[@ksw8415]

The Wilfred (or as I say “Wanda” Sykes and I were born in the same year, 1949. And so happy she has a female captain. Awesome!