⚓️Duluth Showdown: Ship Captain vs. 43mph Winds & Waves!

Boat Friends,
Brace yourselves for one of the most thrilling adventures I’ve ever captured on my channel! Today, we’re witnessing an extraordinary feat as the “Joseph L. Block” makes its daring entry into Duluth, navigating through a fierce storm that’s brought 43 mph winds coupled with towering waves crashing hard against the shore.
Out here on the North Pier on April 28th, 2024, the air is frigid at just 37°F, with a biting windchill of 24°F. The rain hasn’t let up, pelting down so hard it’s a battle to keep my camera lens clear - thank goodness for my rain gear and rubber boots! Without them, I’d be soaked to the bone by these relentless conditions.
In all my time recording ships here, I’ve never seen a captain decide to brave such a storm by entering the Duluth ship canal. Typically, they’d anchor and wait it out for sure. That's what other ships did on the Superior entry side at the same time. The determination to push through to the CN Dock to load up on taconite is nothing short of heroic. I’m on edge, thrilled but also deeply concerned for the safety of the captain and crew battling Mother Nature’s wrath.
Join me in this intense, nerve-racking experience, and see for yourselves how the mighty 728-foot Joseph L. Block confronts one of Lake Superior’s fierce storms. It’s a testament to the brave souls who navigate these giant steel vessels. It also shows their skill!
Information about the ship Joseph L. Block: greatlakesships.wordpress.com...
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[@RobertKaldahl]

On November 10th 1975 I was part of the Crew of USCGC Wood Rush WLB-407. We departed Duluth Harbor at near full speed into seas breaking over the lighthouses at the ends of the breakwall in an attempt to rescue anyone who could have possibly survived the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. For the next 24 plus hours we did our best. I have the Greatest Respect for our Captain LCDR J. Hobaugh and the whole crew. Just getting underway is a story in itself. One of my proudest moments.

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you for your service! It means a lot to me and many others. It’s people like you that served our country that allows me to make videos like this. Thank you!🙏🇺🇸

[@chucke4294]

Wow, what an incredible message that was…. I cannot imagine having to do head out into the Storm of the Century, hoping to be able to find some survivors but knowing full well that there probably was no hope… But just like the Arther Anderson, she made the effort as would every other sailor on the lake. What an incredible story that was to be part of the search for survivors… We thank you for your service from all the Boat Friend Nation as that was a brave thing you did…….

[@vibewithmike]

Robert, I’m pinning your comment to the very top! This is the most amazing comment that I’ve seen in a long time. It would be amazing to sit down and talk with you someday. Do you ever come to Duluth?

[@vibewithmike]

@chucke4294 Chuck, can you believe that! That is unbelievable. So much respect I have for Robert. What a connection. It’s unbelievably cool.

[@critterscute3642]

What an awesome story. Thank you so much for sharing. And thank you for your bravery and service.

[@bobk226]

To all, I am extremely taken aback and appreciative from everyone's comments! I'm very Thankful to each and everyone of you but have to say that mine is only one story of that night. Unfortunately we will never be able to hear the most heartfelt stories from those 29 souls who perished, they are the True Heros, they did this everyday of their lives no matter the weather, loneliness of being away from their families and yes the monotony and boredom of their daily tasks. I was but a young deckhand on the Woodrush that fateful night. I will be speaking I hope with Mike as I'm not getting any younger, I believe that there is going to be a Reunion this summer for Woodrush Crewmembers but I don't think I'll be able to make it, I am planning on making my trip next year to Whitefish Bay for the 50th Anniversary of the Loss of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Again I Thank each and everyone of you, God Bless and I do remember those -20 and below days with the wind out of the NE coming off Gitchi Goomy!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

Boat Friend, I don’t think I’ve ever recorded a video during a storm with the lights so intense from a ship. Those beams were so bright and powerful! I hope you enjoy this video as well. It was really exciting for me.

[@ginog5037]

Just amazing, Mike. I took some screenshots to remember this incredible ship in May. Hope you don't mind?

[@scottburk4083]

Me too!!!😮

[@samuelcollins1331]

Mike! My assessment is that you are somewhere between dedicated and INSANE! Either way we DEEPLY appreciate getting to see an event like this that we could NEVER get to see otherwise👍Thanks from warm, dry Towson, md

[@dskofich]

Pretty cool vid Mike!!!!! Thank You

[@vibewithmike]

@dskofich Dan, any complement I get from you, I take that to the bank brother

[@robertbogusch7251]

Mike, I admire your dedication. I also admire the lift bridge operator because I would not want to be out in those conditions. The Block was racing through the channel. I think everyone wanted to get docked and find a warm, dry place to relax. I am glad to see the ship come into port safely.

[@vibewithmike]

That captain is a real pro to go through the canal during those conditions. It shows the captain really knows his ship and knows what he’s doing.

[@ginog5037]

​@vibewithmike I'm sure he had his hands full, hence why no whistles...

[@vibewithmike]

@ginog5037 I have a lot of respect for the captain. He’s cool.

[@AndyM.]

GOOD LORD!!! That was just 'CRA 'CRA'!!!

[@vibewithmike]

It was crazy, I didn’t think the captain was going to actually bring that ship in, and I heard over the radio was coming in. I had to run down there really fast to capture this video. I’m sure glad I did. It was super cool. Thanks for watching the video, my friend

[@user-yi7mg5ig6l]

That rain almost looks like snow in the light from the ship! Thanks, Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

It was coming down pretty good. I’m super glad that I was able to have the rain gear.

[@jeffreystaley5266]

Thankfully the wind was on the stern. If it had been blowing on the beam, I suspect the captain may have tried to anchor out in a sheltered location. The crew will rest well on this night. Thanks for recording this in horrible weather.

[@vibewithmike]

Excellent perspective Jeff, someone said that in a previous comment and it totally makes sense. You are on that same level understanding that. I didn’t understand. Essentially it’s like having a tailwind for a plane. It’s going to make it a little easier. However, crosswind would’ve been totally different.

[@colinklang]

The captain just cruised right in like it was routine. Thanks for the video.

[@vibewithmike]

That captain is the real deal. Colin. Happy Friday, my friend. I hope you come back soon.

[@wannabetrucker7475]

We're gonna have to tie an anchor to you, if you're gonna be out in this weather!!

[@critterscute3642]

That was tremendous! Angry, furious conditions sure made this one for the record books. Thanks for sloshing through the wind and rain to catch this for us. Quite incredible footage! 💨 🌊 🚢 🥇

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks to those rubber boots I was able to get out there and show you what was going down with the ship

[@robertkreiling1746]

Thar was awesome !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Killer filming !

[@vibewithmike]

There’s no way I’ll ever record a ship with the lights looking at that intense man. Robert, that was so crazy.

[@aleksinfroid4644]

I remembering the Edmund Fitzgeral song. Those are brave people.

[@vibewithmike]

You are right, it does make people think about that. Here’s that song. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKbdhZ59rt2ej6ssi=cMbttKuYsDQgIJ6n

[@aleksinfroid4644]

@@vibewithmike Thanks Mate! I apreciate your videos you make here.

[@mccluskeyp]

The beacons are lit. Boat friend calls for aid.

[@vibewithmike]

That’s exactly right. Both of them are lit up. Did you see this one that I put out a few minutes ago? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJPNd4VqmLabe9Usi=ptKJGYw25WohKBhg

[@markstott6689]

"There's no such thing as the wrong kind of weather. Only the wrong kind of clothes. " - Alfred Wainwright. 😂

[@vibewithmike]

Mark, you are totally right. Such a fitting comment and saying. At least I was dry when it was all set and done. I hope you subscribe (it’s free) and come back to my channel to watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@markstott6689]

@vibewithmike I subscribed yesterday. 😇 Alfred Wainwright is an English author of a series of seven guidebooks on the English Lake District. They were published between 1955 and 1966. All the maps and sketches were hand drawn beautifully from 20 years of ascending all 255 summits multiple times in all weather's. The summits range from 951 feet to 3210 feet above sea level. Thus, they were all done before the advent of Gore-Tex and fleeces. They are well worth checking out.

[@vibewithmike]

@markstott6689 Mark, this is what it’s all about, you’re bringing up really interesting things for people to learn about while talking about ships. I want people to check this out. I’m going to look at this even closer this evening. But I want people to get started with us. Take a look at some of these sketches by Alfred Wainwright. www.wainwright.org.uk/sketchbook-project/

[@markstott6689]

@vibewithmike You're very welcome, Mike. If you get the chance, please check out his hand drawn maps. Wainwright came up with a style wholly his own. Perhaps copied since but at the time unique. I mis quoted the number of fells/mountains. There's 214 of them, of which I've done a mere 55. From the smallest, which is Castle Crag, to the highest, which is Scafell Pike. Plus, I've done another 53 in-between before ill health intervened. I do hope that people enjoy the unexpected diversion from Duluth, large ships, and Lake Superior.

[@vibewithmike]

@markstott6689 absolutely fascinating, a diversion well worth taking

[@eddiewolf_]

What a trooper. 🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, I had a fun time out there, Eddie. I stayed dry too Brother.

[@scottlewis8681]

Holy Cow Mike I see another calm a peaceful evening to record for all the boat friends. The work you do is simply amazing, and we all tip our hats to you. Please stay safe and have a hot chocolate on me. Peace!!

[@vibewithmike]

Scot, what’s up, man! Happy Thursday. I really didn’t believe that ship was going to arrive in Duluth, I thought it was going to anchor. Then all of a sudden, I heard the captain come over the radio that he was coming in. I still can’t believe it. At least I stayed dry after it all said and done.

[@scottlewis8681]

@@vibewithmike The Captains are these ships are truly wonderful how they handle These ladies in all kinds of weather. Of course they need a wonderful crew to help.

[@vibewithmike]

The captains are the boss of bosses on these ships

[@CapitalTransparency]

I love how the crew members waved for the camera, seems like they realize your dedication as well !🚢

[@vibewithmike]

Cap, no joke man, all of the other ships anchored during the storm and this one kept going, but I had no clue it was going to actually arrive. All of a sudden, I heard over the radio it was coming in. Man, I ran quickly to get all my rain gear got out there in time. That was legit. That was legit. I hope you’re doing well!

[@barbaralcharles]

My favorite ship. Joe Block laughs at 43 mph winds

[@vibewithmike]

The wind and waves were no joke, but the block was laughing

[@wulpye]

Got a whole river where you’re walking😭

[@vibewithmike]

This was a crazy storm and it was fun to watch the ship go out in the situation. I’m glad I was able to record it.

[@MotownGuitarJoe]

The high-beams on the Block look killer!!

[@vibewithmike]

I have never seen lights that were so powerful and you could see them really well through the mist and rain

[@scottburk4083]

The sea was angry my friends! Like an old man trying to return soup at a deli.😂😂😂 Awesome weather video Mike,take care and God Bless ya Brother!!!❤😊

[@vibewithmike]

Lumpy, I’m so glad that I brought that rain gear out there. I would’ve been soaked and freezing cold. God bless, and have a fantastic Wednesday night, my friend.

[@pegsadler5391]

Mike, glad to see you didn't drown!

[@vibewithmike]

Those rubber boots made all the difference down on the pier peg

[@pegsadler5391]

We need to get you a pool noodle

[@talonraph6524]

Thanks Mike for being there on the pier with some spicy weather conditions!!!

[@vibewithmike]

It’ll be a video I won’t forget. It was really cool seeing that captain show bravery and say you know what, I’m coming in.

[@dukesantos5674]

Great work Mike. Thanks for braving the elements for us.

[@vibewithmike]

Dude, how’s it going man! Happy Wednesday to you. As always, thanks for being part of this channel and dropping a line.

[@732jim]

I saw the arrival on the Duluth cam and saw your blue light. Now I can rewatch the video and figure out which one was you! Kudos to you for battling the crazy weather. Glad you didn’t float away!

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad I didn’t float away either. I’m so happy for that rain gear that I have. It was really exciting being out there on the pier during the storm with the ship.

[@STSwhisperer]

Great footage and narration. I am almost terrified of deep and sometimes turbulent waters, but I also love it. I’m strangely attracted to your videos. I work at the Port of Virginia container port and see very large container ships arriving and departing most days. Not quite the same effect as seeing a vessel navigate up close and personal. We now only see them pulled off the dock and pushed into the bay before they get underway (and vice versa). I’ve always wondered why more people weren’t in awe watching these vessels. It’s part of the reason I decided on employment at the port back in 95’. I’m now a manager for the STS cranes and don’t get to see as often as I used to. Thank you for sharing. You have a great voice and I enjoy the accent, though I’m sure you can’t hear it. I’ve got a southern draw even though I’m in Portsmouth VA.

[@vibewithmike]

I have a lot of respect for your brother. You work in the industry. You see these ships. I kind of envy you too being around those ships all day. The one thing that I’m so fascinated by when these huge ships go by they’re pretty quiet. If you close your eyes, you’d never know they are there. I’d love to get down your way and record some ships. It’s a pleasure receiving a comment from you and I thank you so much for watching the video.

[@STSwhisperer]

@@vibewithmike We only see them pulled from the dock by tugs or escorted in with tugs. We will see the thrusters used while pulling away or pulling alongside. They don’t get underway well out in the Chesapeake Bay. Being able to see one navigate that small channel is amazing. Love the horns too. We only hear the tugs. I still enjoy all of it.

[@mikebaron4525]

Thank You For Being Out In That Weather

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, to catch this action, it was a no-brainer. I had to get out there.

[@KurtClark]

Rivals any Winter weather we get here in the Puget Sound and along Washington's coastline. Only yours is a whole bunch colder! Thanks for daring the elements to capture this arrival!

[@vibewithmike]

I absolutely love that area, the Puget sound! I’ve been to Seattle multiple times. A place that I have went to that I think it’s absolutely spectacular and I wish I could film them from there every day, the Westpoint lighthouse in Seattle.

[@leonard7736]

Thanks for enduring those weather conditions for our viewing pleasure, stay safe out there.

[@vibewithmike]

I actually had a lot of fun recording it. A lot of paper towels and that weather didn’t get through my rain jacket.

[@skycvg]

The Joseph L Block has been the hardest working ship thus far this season. I guess, after being the first through the Soo locks, it was only the first act for Captain Thomas Garvey and Crew in his final season after 50 years on the lakes.

[@vibewithmike]

The Block is a beast!🚢

[@chrisferris8639]

Thanks for braving the weather.

[@vibewithmike]

My pleasure, I was extremely surprised that the ship was going to arrive, so I ran down to the pier as fast as I could to record this for everybody. I stayed dry because of the rain gear.

[@PatrickSBellSr]

Oh, this is a particularly good one - love the weather!

[@vibewithmike]

I had a lot of paper towels in my pocket to wipe the lens off during the storm with this ship

[@PatrickSBellSr]

@@vibewithmike Oh man, I bet! Also loved how the two searchlights were so visible in the heavy rain - VERY cool looking!👍

[@vibewithmike]

@PatrickSBellSr 👍⛴️

[@vibewithmike]

That was the brightest lights I’ve seen on a ship

[@byronharano2391]

Wow. Thank you for braving foul weather

[@vibewithmike]

Bryon! Thanks brother! I hope you’re doing good on a Thursday night. Thanks for taking time to watch the video. These type of weather conditions actually make it very memorable for me when the ships come in. There’s a lot of days that there is sun out, but this was cool. Thank goodness for these rubber boots.

[@phillipmohr9071]

Thanks Mike for the clip on the Joe Block, those were some big Waves...

[@vibewithmike]

The captain came straight and not even thinking about the bad storm

[@anthonygiglio9860]

Fantastic Video Mike I Enjoyed It Great Weather For Ducks Have A Great Wednesday Night😊

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you, friend. Take care and see you with the next ship.🚢

[@carllafrance5510]

Hi Mike Awsome video! With the searck lights shing straight ahead it look like someting out of star wars ! The ship was moving right along you could see the height of the waves in the channel at the back of the ship Have a great day !

[@vibewithmike]

I thought the exact same thing. Take care my friend.🚢

[@billpotmesil]

Captain and crew are happy to be in!

[@vibewithmike]

That captain has guts and is legit, think how brave that guy is coming in

[@andrewlangridge8619]

Blimey, as an ex deckhand in the British Merchant navy I have a huge respect and admiration for those both brave and skilled mariners in those difficult conditions. And thanks to you Mike for braving the elements too! Stay safe though but loved the upload!

[@vibewithmike]

Boat friends, I want you to read more about the British merchant Navy! Click on the link below. It’s fascinating. What a wonderful organization thank you so much for the comment. I hope everything is going great in the UK. It’s always great hearing from people that are connected to the water from a career standpoint. All the best to you and your family. I hope you come back for some more videos, my friend. British merchant Navy. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merchant_Navy_(United_Kingdom)

[@andrewlangridge8619]

@@vibewithmike Ooh, I'm hooked! The marine community wprkdwide is linked by that common bond of both professionalism but also respect and that knowledge that we know we risk our lives by making our living from being at sea but also that we would always do everything we possibly could to help another mariner! I'm so interested in the great lakes fine shipping tradition and learning more all of the time too!

[@vibewithmike]

@andrewlangridge8619 I’m so happy that you found this channel my friend

[@ILikeGT_101]

You rock Mike

[@vibewithmike]

Right back at you, my friend

[@KenHartman152]

Wow.... thanks for braving that stormy weather Mike. The Block looks awesome! Those two beacons of light earned their worth in that storm for the Block... so did the Crew!!! Awesome video Mike!!! ⚓🚢⚓

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, the ones that are brave are those on the ship. Ken, if I didn’t have those rubber boots, it wouldn’t be good. I hope you’re doing great. My next video is going to be on the boat showing you a ship up close brother.

[@ginog5037]

​@@vibewithmike 😎

[@KenHartman152]

@@vibewithmike Really looking forward to your inauguration of the new Vibe with Mike boat into the Boat Buddy community... you have to give this boat a name and christen it! ⚓🚢⚓

[@vibewithmike]

@KenHartman152 Ken, check out the comment for this video that is posted at the very top. It’ll blow your mind. A guy that was part of the Fitzgerald rescue

[@KenHartman152]

@@vibewithmike Wow, what a story of some mighty brave men fighting that horrible weather in an attempt to find any survivors from that tragic fate of the Edmound Fitzgerld.

[@byronharano2391]

Kept that ship down the center of the channel. Bravo Zulu to this crew.

[@vibewithmike]

The captain has guts, the guy is no joke, total nerves of steel

[@AZqyc]

Oh, Mike, Mike, Mike ... a bit more hot, hot kaffee for you!! Stay warm now ...

[@vibewithmike]

Jim, you are awesome. You do realize that if you make it here to Duluth, I’m just going to buy your lunch with these donations.😂 serious! I really appreciate you. I don’t know what I would do without that rain gear. I definitely would not have recorded that video. It would’ve been too much going on. Again, thank you so much for being part of this channel. Thanks brother.

[@AZqyc]

@vibewithmike Next time you're in Tucson, my lunch treat ... probably won't need raingear, but maybe a sunbrella!

[@vibewithmike]

We’re going to have to flip for who is treating lunch!

[@gabrielarchangel381]

Thank you for braving the elements to get that video! I'm from the south, so i imagine you had some cold toes in those boots!!

[@vibewithmike]

If I was out there with regular shoes, I would’ve been out of there in a five seconds. I would’ve been soaked.

[@terrsaelbon]

You should have brought your water tube and relaxed on the lazy river canal. Thanks for going out there and capturing this ship!

[@vibewithmike]

The rain was pouring hard during this video

[@timu438]

👍👍Thank you for braving such weather to bring us this video. Fantastic! You've given me new appreciation for Great Lakes shipping and Duluth, too. Thanks again...a new subscriber.

[@vibewithmike]

Hey friend, thank you for subscribing! Thank you so much for watching the video on a Wednesday. All the best to you and your family.

[@KellyfromTC]

Thanks for braving the weather!

[@vibewithmike]

Absolutely, to catch this ship coming in during 43 mph wind gust, it was pretty crazy, but I was dry because I had all that rain gear on

[@jsv488p6]

Awesome job - great to watch in those conditions

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you, friend! I’m very happy that you were able to take time out of a Wednesday to check out this video. And thank you so much for dropping a comma too.

[@royschmidt675]

Many thanks. ❤️🌸

[@chucke4294]

Hey Mike, and all the GLOBAL BOAT FRIEND NATION, from a chilly Bismarck. OMG Mike, that was one hell of a video! The Nation got to see the Witch of the North on the Big Lake, and you stood your ground in some nasty weather for all of them to see. Truely awesome, and you never cease to amaze us with your willingness to take one for the Nation in that kind of weather! The Boat as always is the true star as she was riding high in that wind and rain, and came through the Canal like nobodies business as that captain I will wager let out a sigh of relief to get into the Bay and out of the weather as did the crew. I imagine they will all sleep good tonite for sure. Mike this was a classic, one of your best, and as always keep Bringing the Thunder my Brother!!!!! Those lights cut through the storm like something out of Star Wars type Laser Beams….. Awesome!!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

There’s my brother from another mother! What’s up, man! I got a really good video coming soon. I’m on the boat. I don’t want to say what ship it is. I follow it through. I get right next to it. It’s going to be so legit. I know you’re go going to like it.

[@edporter9355]

The story and the lyrics: Sung by many artists on KZbin : Songwriter Philip Bliss . One dark stormy night on Lake Erie, the winds were howling and the rain was relentless. The waves rolled like mountains and not a star in the sky could be seen. A ship was rolling with the huge waves and was trying to make its way into Cleveland harbor. At last, the Captain saw the lighthouse for Cleveland harbor, but he could not see the lower lights. The Captain said to the Pilot, “Is that Cleveland Harbor?” The Pilot responded, “Yes sir, it is Cleveland Harbor.” “Where are the lower lights?” the Captain asked. “They must have gone out, sir.” said the Pilot. “Can you make it into the harbor without the lower lights?” asked the Captain. “We must, sir, or we will perish in this storm!” was the Pilot’s reply. With a strong hand and with a brave heart, the Pilot turned the ship’s wheel toward Cleveland Harbor, but the ship missed the channel and crashed on the rocks. The boat sank and over 200 people lost their lives. Mr. Moody then made an application from this story: “Brethren, the Master will take care of the great lighthouse of salvation, but it is our job to keep the lower lights burning to guide men safely to Him.” After hearing Mr. Moody tell this story, Philip Bliss wrote the words and music to the beautiful hymn - Let the Lower Lights Be Burning. 1. Brightly beams our Father’s mercy From His lighthouse evermore; But to us He gives the keeping Of the lights along the shore. (Refrain) Let the lower lights be burning! Send a gleam across the wave! Some poor fainting, struggling seaman You may rescue, you may save. 2. Dark the night of sin has settled, Loud the angry billows roar; Eager eyes are watching, longing, For the lights along the shore. (Refrain) 3. Trim your feeble lamp, my brother! Some poor seaman, tempest-tossed, Trying now to make the harbor, In the darkness may be lost. (Refrain)

[@vibewithmike]

One of the most amazing comments I’ve ever received!

[@lindahill3835]

Once again another great video. Thanks for braving the weather. Hope to see you in a few weeks

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks, Linda! I hope the weather is very good for you in a few weeks

[@katherineaustin2477]

Wow Mike you came out in the bad weather so thank you The block ship went through that rough water and blowing wind and made it look so easy Captain knows his ship

[@vibewithmike]

The captain definitely has guts and determination. There’s no doubt about that.

[@GeorgeJansen]

In those rough conditions, thank you for sharing buddy ❤❤❤❤❤

[@vibewithmike]

Thank goodness for all that rain gear. Believe it or not I was actually dry when I got home. It was amazing to be out there next to that ship and that situation. I’m glad that the video turned out with all that rain on the lens.

[@kenprevatt1267]

Thanks for the videos Mike I would not be able to see these great ships without you thanks

[@vibewithmike]

Ken, did you see the video from yesterday? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWPOhoFtgcmgi5Isi=Xqaj1Xg7tsITyOdd

[@harrietweber2520]

Block coming through at a pretty good clip . . . Amazing spotlights piercing the darkness!

[@vibewithmike]

That is one of the coolest things I’ve ever saw in person, those powerful lights. I’ve never seen him so piercing like that before.

[@freddypflugbeil6]

WOW Mike that was a beautiful shot. The beams of light was something else. Thanks for the show From New York

[@vibewithmike]

Freddy, I hope you have a wonderful Thursday brother, thanks for checking in and checking out the ship. What did you think about how bright and intense those lights were on the ship. That was crazy.

[@catherinewaltersbrick3159]

Mike, you are a real trooper! Fantastic as always.

[@vibewithmike]

Catherine, that rain gear I have actually worked out very good. If I didn’t have those rubber boots. There’s no way I would record that video. It was just way too much wild weather by the pier. Had a lot of fun, I’m really glad that I was able to capture this moment with the ship. That ship captain had a lot of guts.

[@parkerleclair8406]

Thanks for standing out in the weather for the shot, Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

I love being out there in the weather as long as it’s not dangerous for anybody. I really enjoy it Parker.

[@peterlarson8932]

They surfed it into port! Awesome.

[@vibewithmike]

The captain was hanging 10 for sure🏄‍♂️

[@johnmcque4813]

Lake Superior is technically an ocean.

[@vibewithmike]

I agree with you! When I was young, and I would see it from a distance when my parents would bring me to Duluth. It looked like the ocean to me.

[@XrayxRich]

Thanks I really liked this vid. The lights of the city scape, the boat were all great visuals. Thanks too for your dedication. Now get out of the rain.

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, thanks for the comment, my friend! The boots and the rain gear, it made all the difference. I was so dry when I got home.

[@jamesjacobs5338]

Mike, Awesome. Your willingness to be out in the weather allows US to be in the weather. Wow. Thx Jim

[@vibewithmike]

My favorite hobby. Thanks for watching.🚢

[@marksr12]

Waterproof grear...Priceless! That boat was moving pretty quick coming in. Great video, Thanks !

[@vibewithmike]

Absolutely, after all that I was completely dry Mark

[@philipdrake6]

Hi Mike, the weather there looks a bit wild, and that ships captain has done a great job to grt that ship in through that canal in those conditions, a great video Mike,

[@vibewithmike]

Philip, the most important thing, I got back completely dry, that rain gear was legit

[@bigmonmagoomba9634]

Great job, Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much. Coming from you, now that makes me happy.

[@mybigarmada]

That was awesome!

[@jimjohnston7688]

Terrific job Mike, and the captain and crew didn’t do bad either. Nasty night, stay safe

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks for watching, my friend. Take care and see you with the next ship.🚢

[@Distant394]

Great camera work Mike 👍 the rain on the camera added to the dramatic scene in my opinion 👍

[@vibewithmike]

I need lots of paper towels to make sure that lens was good. There was plenty of footage job to clip out because he could’ve seen anything because of the water on the lens.

[@ruthgoebel723]

Crazy weather!!! Thanks for going out in the rain and wind to video this great ship!

[@vibewithmike]

It was raining and the wind wind wind was blowing really good during this video. It was wild out there.

[@RonLovig]

Wow that was awesome Mike. That's a first for me watching in that bad of weather. Thanks for that. It will be hard to top that one

[@vibewithmike]

I’ve never seen lights on the ship so bright and powerful

[@elizabethw.8561]

Wow! what a brave captain!! The lights were definitely powerful and made the entrance that much more dramatic! No salute, however, it was a fantastic show!!! Thanks Mike for getting out there and letting us see all the many sides of the Duluth harbor and the ladies that use it.😍😍😍😍

[@vibewithmike]

I think that captain was paying attention to the conditions and wasn’t worried too much about the salute. I really do believe that captain is a pro and had a lot of guts coming in Elizabeth, I still can’t believe he brought it in during that weather.

[@elizabethw.8561]

@@vibewithmike with precision no less!

[@vibewithmike]

@elizabethw.8561 👍⛴️

[@crowlers6]

Stay warm and dry! Great job thanks for being out there so we can see these mighty ships!

[@vibewithmike]

I’m telling you right now, it was so cool to go through all of that weather and I was totally dry when I got home. The rubber boots and the rain gear is good.

[@sweynforkbeardtraindude]

Gotta go get the tacos! I like the beacon, but I miss the snowman!

[@vibewithmike]

The Boat friends snowman took a boat to the Arctic Circle, he will be back once it gets cold here again I promise

[@dmitch1177]

I expected to see you in an old-fashioned Sou’Wester. You’re a hardy soul Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

It was really fun to record it. I really did not expect the captain to bring that ship in, but he did during that weather.

[@nojnoj3069]

Thank you so much for braving that horrible weather. I am a regular to your channel now and I love it.

[@vibewithmike]

I’m so happy that you’re coming back to watch these videos. I hope I keep you happy. I promise I’ll do my best to give you some really cool ship action moving forward.

[@nojnoj3069]

@@vibewithmike thank you.

[@pechblendae]

Weather conditions are definitely prohibitive. Hats off for whoever sails these waters (and for the guy with the camera :D )! Thanks for the video Mike, and for exposing you to such weather for us! We had a storm today but the temperature is way higher than the ones in Duluth.These guys on the deck of this beautiful ship really seem to looking forward to get out of these waves and get some rest. 🇺🇸🇮🇹 🌊🛳

[@vibewithmike]

What did you think about those super bright lights that were very visible because of the rain and frog. It made them very intense. That was crazy.

[@pechblendae]

@@vibewithmike yeah, it is interesting how rain interferes and plays with lights. In the first minute, the coast and the city looked extremely bright and surreal! I always like when lights pop up like that. Looks like in a dream!

[@vibewithmike]

@pechblendae I was totally dry when this is all done. That rain gear I have is super legit.

[@pechblendae]

@@vibewithmike the company that makes them should totally sponsor you :D

[@vibewithmike]

@pechblendae 😂😂😂😂😂💡💡💡💡💡💡

[@tmayer0009]

Amazing!! That’s a lot of water you’re standing in @Vibe with Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

There was a lot of water, don’t forget to watch this one that I just posted kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWPOhoFtgcmgi5Isi=Vv_FUJr-DilqhWNc

[@ostbagar3]

This was absolutely fantastic! I love stormy weather, and the ship is awsome! Thank’s for going out there and film this for is😃👍!

[@vibewithmike]

I love bad weather as long as nobody is in danger, I love the rain and the wind, etc.

[@ostbagar3]

@@vibewithmike agree😃👍

[@vibewithmike]

@ostbagar3 ⛴️👍

[@patricks_music]

Those waves are the real deal! super fun!

[@vibewithmike]

The captain is a straight up, boss

[@gingerbread6614]

Yes, more more. We love it.

[@vibewithmike]

As long as this rain gear keeps me dry as it has been, I’ll be out there, my friend

[@shabbymaverick7975]

Mike you're the bomb. Braving that cold weather to bri g us the ship arriving. 🎉❤ wish I could take just one trip on one of those majestic crestures❤❤😂🎉

[@vibewithmike]

No, you are the bomb! Watching these videos and being part of the channel.💣💣💣💣💣⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️🇨🇦

[@westsparks6844]

Looks like an angry lake tonight

[@vibewithmike]

Angry, but fun to watch.🚢

[@mariowolf9884]

Wow Duluth under water, great so see how it looks when there is a storm, also it is night that make it more impressive

[@vibewithmike]

If I didn’t have those paper towels to wipe off the lens, I would’ve never been able to record

[@tomb4568]

Wow...nasty night!

[@vibewithmike]

The captain showed his skill, bring it in during the storm

[@theonanderson7927]

I’m from Charleston West Virginia, and I love your channel. Just found it yesterday and can’t stop watching. Thanks for the videos, God Bless U and yours.!

[@vibewithmike]

Theon! That is awesome! You really made my Wednesday night. I’m so glad that you found the channel. We’re going to have a lot of fun. I have a few videos that will be coming that I know you will enjoy. Again, it’s a pleasure meeting you. Thank you so much.

[@johanvandersandt8904]

This must be the video you told me about! Crazy wind and waves! The "Duluth River" next to the Lake is quite something! Hope you are okay and didn't get sick with these horrible conditions! The Blocks crew is really something! It must take crazy skill to sail in weather like this! Hope you are having a great week brother!

[@vibewithmike]

This is that video Johan, you are correct! Even more amazing than the video, take a look at the very top comment that is pinned for this video. It’s a guy that was part of the Coast Guard that went out after the Edmund Fitzgerald sank to look for survivors. What an unbelievable connection. You never know who you run into on these videos. It’s crazy. I’m glad I have all that rain gear because I was dry when I came back. It worked out really good. Those rubber boots as well. I had a pocket of paper towels to keep wiping lens off too.

[@johanvandersandt8904]

@@vibewithmike Whoa. I will read it! Thanks for sharing bro! Seems like you where fully kitted! Thank you for braving the elements bro!

[@vibewithmike]

@johanvandersandt8904 👍⛴️

[@johanvandersandt8904]

@@vibewithmike 😁👌

[@jasonhansen782]

I seen a few smelt an herring swimming by yer Boots ... lolz . The winds were aligned perfectly with canal smooth sailing through. Also cool shot with the flag flying opposite direction of the boat's direction. Maybe the Block just set a new record for fastest passage under Ole Lifty 🎉🚢🏁

[@vibewithmike]

You do got a very good point. That day I was looking at an app that showed me the exact wind direction and it was coming straight through the canal perfectly. That is exactly the case. I’ll bet you that captain would not attempt that if it was a crosswind I think you answered that came in. That makes the most sense of all. Perfectly aligned wind from behind.

[@julesmctrainspotter3102]

Thank you for braving the elements to film this, and well done to the captain and his crew for bringing the ship safely into port.

[@vibewithmike]

Jules, the captain has a lot of guts going through the canal like this

[@billychambliss-oe8fq]

Another great night vidio mike thank you brother

[@vibewithmike]

This was fun, recording the ship and storm

[@keithmacdonald5848]

A little drizzle in Winnipeg,, great job Mike,, thanks

[@vibewithmike]

Rain is a good thing in the spring for all of us

[@mr.lynnrosaasen8218]

Mike, your doing Yemen service tonight!

[@vibewithmike]

I guess you’re right

[@briangustafson5757]

Thank you for sharing Good thing he had wind and waves astern,.. Again Thank you for sharing these videos

[@vibewithmike]

It’s my absolute pleasure Brian. I have a lot of fun out there. It’s Friday, have a great one.

[@NorthshoreLover-gk7zv]

That’s some interesting weather in Duluth! Made for another fantastic video. Thanks for doing these. I love the energy you bring.

[@vibewithmike]

I was not expecting the captain to bring that ship in during the weather

[@johnpquinlandc8455]

Unbelievable conditions Mike!! You are the best!!

[@vibewithmike]

I really appreciate your comment today. I hope you’re having a fantastic Wednesday. I was totally dry after recording the ship because of the rain gear, it’s legit. Thanks again for taking time to leave a comment.

[@Douglas_79]

What a trooper!! Great video Mike! Thank you for all you do. Definitely not pontoon weather!! 😂

[@vibewithmike]

I got a really good one coming from the boat. I can’t wait to show it to you, Doug.

[@Douglas_79]

@@vibewithmike looking forward to it Mike!!

[@vibewithmike]

@Douglas_79 ⛴️👍

[@Austin4098]

That captain just came charging-on through !! Gotta say your audio is outstanding, especially given the extreme wind conditions. What's your secret? I also regularly watch 'Big Jet TV' back here in the UK and his live audio is plagued with wind noise, especially when covering heavy-weather take-off & landings.

[@vibewithmike]

That captain is no joke. I really appreciate you watching the video. I use a special noise canceling microphone to make all of the wind videos. You would never hear me if there was wind with a normal microphone. There have been a few questions about the boat and bridge signal horns when the boats are entering and leaving the Port of Duluth. In most cases, once radio communication with the bridge has been established, use of the boat and bridge sound signals are not necessary and operation of the sound signals is left up to the captains. Often, boats will not use the loud horns after dark as a courtesy to city residents. So, most often when you hear the customary whistle/horn-blowing sequence of "long-short-short" it is a friendly salute to the Port of Duluth from the ship captain and is responded to by the lift bridge operator with the same sequence. The Master Salute is an upgraded more formal whistle/horn salute. That is “long-long-long-short-short.” While the famous sound may be a courtesy, it has long been part of the nautical tradition of this great inland sea port.

[@JB-nk4qh]

What a beautiful ship!

[@vibewithmike]

The captain was very professional and showed courage

[@bettygilmore611]

Can't tell the walk from the canal.😅 thank you for this. ❤🎉

[@vibewithmike]

I wonder if it makes sense to invest into a canoe for the canal walk the next time the water gets like that? That would be funny and crazy. Crazy is what I’m really thinking.😂👍⛴️

[@robertwillis4061]

Imagine the pressure on the seawall as that boat pushes it way through the water. It is only 2 - 3 feet thick. Thats good concrete

[@vibewithmike]

That’s a great point. There is a lot of pressure on those walls. The concrete was poured decades ago and it’s extremely strong and good concrete. We both know that. Thanks for watching the video, my friend.

[@galechicago325]

That is one looong boat, the Block. The blue Boat Friends light, did you put that up there? Hahaha, so cool!

[@vibewithmike]

Gale, I will never question if the block ever arrives again. If the ship arrived in this weather, it’ll arrive in any weather.