Filtering Out My YouTubers

Ahoy !!!!!!
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend!!!!!????
Narhval is coming back to life!!!
With the help of a friend, we were able to tighten up Narhval's stays.
The rigging is in good condition and will get me to Copenhagen :-)
All the Cabin tops have been painted, I've sanded and varnished the mast, the Sampson post, more green paint...
Yesterday I spent hours scrubbing the decks down, with salt water.
I'm so exciting to go sailing again, it's certainly time!!!!!
The weather is now starting to cool down, the South East trade winds are back in.
It's now highly unlikely I'll be able to sail offshore because of the Covid19, however I'll be making some calls and find out what I can about clearing customs!!!
Geordie

[@parkerfilms1]

Beautiful opening montage!! As for subscribers leaving because "First Mate" left, it is their loss. She is, I'm sure, a wonderful person but your story, first together now on your own, is interesting, compelling, and entertaining. Thanks for letting us come along.

[@fredthornes5087]

Your production/cinematography get better with every vlog...beautiful.

[@paulines5112]

I'll t tell ya why we follow and tune in, you're living everyone's fantasy life on a wooden boat! I also enjoy your artistic flair. Thanks for all!

[@Anmeteor9663]

It always was about the sailing. Both the original series and the re edits of the trip from Canada are some of the best YT sailing ever posted. Those endless days of wind and sunshine followed by star filled nights and sound of the bow wave plunging onwards. Just the best magic the world has to offer. Keep on keeping on and sail coz the sea is calling.

[@Mr_Jacks.]

Geordie, keep focused on your own path Shipmate. Your camera work, drone footage is captivating. Yes you, I, we all loved first mates sun kissed siren looks.. But the truth is it was/ is the positive adventure, the Spirit of sailing you shared that people subscribed for. Let the empty heads leave, the true sailors..The Vagabonds are here to stay mate. Your hard work shows, Narval is looking great. Time for another roll of the dice! 🎲.... Peace brother

[@jmeady]

Was with ya on the crossing and will be with ya no matter what young man. Cheers to ya.

[@johnrochester6713]

"A man can be himself only so long as he is alone, and if he does not love solitude, he will not love freedom, for it is only when he is alone that he is really free." Authur Schooenhauer Enjoy your freedom!

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Now that's a quote, how wonderully true!! ♥️

[@dw4956]

@oldbark9 experience a war and you will reconsider that thought

[@ricorichmond8214]

By far one of the best KZbin channels. You are the definition of what we all seek! Freedom from the BS of the society we now call the human race. Thank you for sharing!

[@BrentonWalkerSailing]

Amen, Rico.

[@reloadncharge9907]

Enjoyed your imagery....am here for the long haul...waiting to see you embark for Copenhagen, but the journey with or without Erin...is worth watching. Thanks pal, Andrew

[@abodator]

The one and only chanel where The Life as it is sharing. No just one trip story, not just project story, no just adventure story ... BUT STORY OF THE LIFE. LIFE of the great boat and good man! Just good luck to both. Be safe and brave, Captaine. Best whishes from Ukraine.

[@shanekonarson]

I'm still here Mate . Love the boat and your creative Videos . Where are you now ?

[@ProudMary53]

G'day Captain , Narvahl's really looking good now she's been lovingly spruced up. She's a credit to you that's for sure. That sunset at the start of your video was truly stunning. Keep well & more importantly keep safe

[@spyglassfreowestaus2733]

I joined for the boat and stayed because I love your spirit. Narvyl is looking great! The vid quality is better with every ep., esp the intros and closings. I hear the sailor is getting twitchy and who can blame us for wanting to be out in the wind and salt again. Keep em coming Sim,

[@waynedoeblin6801]

Hope you don’t mind if I keep following along,I love the style of your videos,always keep me interested.I know you miss First Mate,I guess we all do,but that’s no reason to stop watching your story,not in my opinion.A beaut boat too,and as you are keen for a proper sail again,I’m looking forward to you living this dream.Take care man🙂

[@windjammersail]

AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHY AND PRODUCTION!! Fair Winds Capt!! The journey never ends!!

[@peterdonovan5517]

You would have to be blind not to appreciate Erin's fine assets, but it's the magnificent boat I've become fond of. Too old now to start sailing, but can appreciate your skills and courage. Keep it up mate. Will look forward to the next video! Cheers Pete Donovan, Gosford NSW

[@Traderhood]

The word is camaraderie. Thanks for showing me certain things are possible. And the great scenery and adventure along the way.

[@larryhill7563]

You have all ways been the show. Loved Arin. Too me your creative side has really taken over. Your show is proof.

[@buckbuchanan5849]

Found you not that long ago, I enjoy your content and have had a blast watching all your videos. Stay with it! From Texas, USA!

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Welcome aboard Buck!!! Cheers matey!!

[@rogerstone3068]

Thank you for the introduction to The Architect. I just rushed over to their collection of albums and then it got a bit expensive. I suppose if I'm throwing money at them I should send you some too, only fair. But any time you listen to the first three tracks on an album and they are all great,... That hasn't happened since Moby. Good sailing to you.

[@rogermace4516]

Beautiful footage at the beginning and for Narval, she is looking bloody fantastic. Also your kind words at the end is greatly appreciated by all who have continued to watch you ........... Keep Safe Captain

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

That's nice Rodger, thanks!!!

[@bluewaterpines8323]

Sir,, as the youngest daughter of a Captain who sailed the high seas and taught me celestial navigation, your channel beats them all. THE work you do is stellar and you are truly dedicated, as you are always repairing. Forget the loss of subscribers, as it only shows where their attention lies. Yes sir we are your sailing family, and will always tune in. BLESS YOU.

[@JohnJuliano]

Yeah, Simon. I do feel like we are family. I must admit, I’ve pretty much dropped all the other channels I watched and it is down to you. Be well, stay safe.

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Pressure is on!! I'll be sure not to let you down!!! Those sails are going up and up!!!!!!!

[@rogeranderson5311]

Greetings Simon, Love your blog ❤️ have from the start you always put a smile on this old salts face just keep living the dream Lad. Having a cold brew for you my brother. Much peace and love from north east Texas.

[@jeffjvancich2864]

I'm not going anywhere. I don't comment much but live vicariously through you and about 7 or 8 other sailing channels. I have my own boat but can't cruise yet. Family commitments. Spend my weekends doing boat projects and sailing around the harbour. Your supplying the insperation and keeping the dream alive. Keep up the great work.

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Thanks Jeff!! What's your favourite sailing YT channel?

[@jeffjvancich2864]

@@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench Probably, Sailing into Freedom. Plucky is a scream. But looks like he and Margareta are in a bit of spot with this dam virus at the moment. (running low on supplies). I seem to like following the battlers. Might be an Ausie thing. I have been following Delos from before Patreon, so they have a special place. And of cause, your channel.

[@914va]

Who gives a rat's butt about the drop outs....they looking for T&A. They are freakin loozzzerrs. They don't give a crap about your artistic ability to show and tell a story. They did the same thing with the new "baby on board" cruisers. Screw them mate....KEEP up the excellent job.....you rock.....they F-ing don't.

[@saylaveenadmearedead]

I dropped watching some when baby came on board, now if 1st mate brings her soon to be merbaby aboard.... that would be a totally different story!!!

[@914va]

@@saylaveenadmearedead oooogees!

[@whitevanman8703]

I watch less and less of the "baby on board cruisers. About a third of their videos are of their babies which is simply not of interest to me, and with the current lockdown they can't even sail anywhere interesting.

[@whyknot4082]

What kind of person would not love your videos. Y'all are amazing. God speed. Love the drone footage. And the music. Amazing I tell everbody about y'all

[@stevenpaul9259]

Just continue being you and you'll be just fine. I only found your channel after first mate had already left. Was fascinated by the boat and the area you sail, and also like your attitude to life. Fair winds for your next sail, whenever it may be.

[@timreynolds1195]

Here from the start. Absolutely fantastic ship you have Captain, obviously she chose you as her caretaker and she's in good hands. I feel the same way about my Ingrid Gaffer that I'm 4 years into refitting, I do sail her although most of my time is consumed with projects, and like you when I look at her I'm well pleased.

[@ESmith-ik8vu]

Came for the boat. And the relaxed, yet salty athmosphere. Stayed on for the accent, tolerating the music. And when you reach Copenhagen, tell us where you moor.

[@pdutube]

I remember exactly when I started watching your channel. It was the video captioned, "Canada to Hawaii," and I was immediately onboard with that wonderful vibe of you, Eryn, and Nahrval. Later I went back and watched the few videos that came before it. The vibe is still beautiful even though it's different. I've said it before but everything you do has this cinematic feel to it. I hope you're living the life that I feel through your cinema, even though life can't really be summed in that way. Cheers, I'm here for as long as you want to put videos out. Someone has to take care of that mothership and give butterflies their 10 seconds of Internet fame.

[@2stepinfool]

I came for the boat. I do miss her attitude and sense of adventure. But I’m going to stay for the boat. I am searching for something like your Gaff rigged Ketch. You’re a very lucky man, err captain!

[@stevenholton438]

Kenneth Helmer yeah I love that boat too!

[@sharkmentality9717]

I'm the opposite. Old technology and wood spells nothing but unnecessary work. Freedom Yachts, carbon fiber is my thing but watching someone enjoy struggle is fun. ..haha

[@sanfranboatman2632]

Came for the first mate, stayed for the boat. Her attitude was radiant and took me back to similar spirits who somehow sipped into my past....but I do feel for the captain and the boat now.

[@kevingardner1658]

fair winds my friend im so glad that your boat has you as its master she deserves the love you give her and im sure she responds accordingly

[@anandarochisha]

I am a man of developed years and would like to share an observation with You. A lot of folks don't even know why they subscribed to your channel. I am perplexed as to why You would presume to. If some are here because of a past relationship that You had, do you really think if they departed that it would be any easier for You to depart her from your heart? It won't. That is your decision and the world can remind You of her a thousand times and it is still up to You to decide where in your heart and mind and soul that You can bear to hold her. God will forgive You and me both for being unable to stop loving a woman that walked into the past. Even Now. I reckon, in part that Your Heart was made to share the beauty of Our World and i would venture to say a lot of us are here for that. You can include whomever in that and it is fine with me..Excuse Me..the bartender just came with Lysol shots.

[@robertlemal1055]

yes, please keep sharing videos - besides enjoying your adventures I'm learning and eventually I'll get my little boat in the water and hopefully find some peace. Love your work man.

[@UUBrahman]

So, 35 out of 9,500 subscribers left, that is 0.4%, so what? You're doing great work on the boat, and it is a wonderful boat, worth fixing up, and the voyage will be worth it. Loneliness is can be managed through planning. Thanks for making another excellent video.

[@tommiller8416]

It always blows me away how good Narwhal looks. I've had a plastic boat for 30 years (Westsail 32 now) and know what it takes for them. I just love your ship, the videos you create and the music you choose. Keep up the good work Simon!

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Thanks Tom, I love the Westsail, such a nice boat!! She'll take you anywhere!!

[@TimsBitsnPieces]

I've only been on your channel for a few months now and love it. I'm a wooden boat person and love the old gaffers, I love watching what you do and how you do things to your boat and she is looking fantastic and your adventures along the way . I'm not going anywhere. Most followers these days on channels are after bits and tits and it shows but true followers will stick there no matter what.

[@nlcke3265]

The boat is beautiful, well done !

[@christianvonleckstergaard1301]

TRUE! Love you man. Boat is looking so nice. Stay safe.

[@MrCully08]

You give a great insight into a different world for many people keep it coming 🙏👍👏👏

[@frankregel4766]

Hy. Great vid. And absulut stay like you are. There are enough glossy polished people everywhere.

[@charlescurtis853]

I am here, late for all the fun but working my way through your vids

[@robingraham6820]

I hear what you are saying. I just enjoy your laid back take on things. Eryn is such fun and she adds a lot to your channel,, but I think you and her are a formidable team and I look forward to more vlogs with you both and on your own. Part of your charm is that you are just yourselves. Haway the lads.

[@scottelliott6900]

It’s always good to know where you are and what you have. Narhval looks great. Looking forward to the sailing as well.

[@NordicLead]

Amazing content as always. ❤️ I love the depth in your videos.🙏🏻 Thx

[@stevebaker4303]

Oh mate, i don’t feels alone when I watch your videos!

[@tomwilliams8675]

I've always wondered what the proper name for the "dead eye" block was called, makes perfect sense now that you've said it. The top of the cabin looks beautiful in the cream color. Keep safe my friend. Things are finally starting to get a little better here in Syracuse New York. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@geraldswain3259]

On the opening shots you look like a modern day Robinson Crusoe ! .

[@paulbrown2971]

I like the cut of your jib and the amazing drone footage. Cannot wait to see footage of Narhval under full sail again. She is looking magnificent! Complimenti!

[@gregm2074]

I like the channel because of the boat, the area you sail and the honesty in the thread. 👌👍

[@Ironsatyr]

perhaps some have dropped off, but you can count me as newly added on, about a wek ago...enjoying the 'catch up', et al. quite a ride/adventure. Looking forward to more!

[@MUSARD29]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 great views & great intro music. Strange french song but really cool. I love! Once again, splendid images. 👏 thank you Now you must change the ropes ☹️. but it is not much to do this time to be able to enjoy life in this heavenly place ... good luck

[@itsmedaveh5516]

I am with you brother. I am a patron and happy to be. Fair winds!

[@davesutherland4569]

With ya till the end Mate, long may we sail! Cheers

[@timvukman4734]

She's looking real nice. Like the colours

[@anthonynewman5998]

Hey Simon I subscribed because of the ADVENTURE. 2 Crazy Aussies crossing the Pacific in an Old Wooden Boat.Sure Erin was a Laugh but its that Majestic Boat, Exotic Locations, and your Positive attitude that's the inspirationfor me. The HOPE for people everywhere. Stay on Course Captain! You got it right.

[@rockfishmiller]

No worries mate, take care, if you've nothing better to do one day, hoist those sails, throw her shoulder into the seas and lets go sailing. The butterflies are amazing, wow! In case you are wondering it is beautiful in British Columbia right now, all things considered, cheers.

[@quentinwoods8811]

Narhval and Captain Sim ...great story ! Everything else a bonus !! Interested to hear about customs . Safe anchorage and fair winds (when you’re ready). Q

[@charlesnewberry2869]

Enjoying the armchair cruising and comments and opinions! Keep it up.

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Hahah!!! I love that statement, armchair salior!! 🤭

[@michaelcoontz827]

Been watching from the start mate! Still very much look forward to your posts with or without your first mate; be well my friend!

[@svoceanghost7734]

Narvahls looks great! Keep it up.

[@marley1306]

It's wonderful looking forward to your uploads all the time, love your philosophy, happy sailing 🙏🎼thank you for sharing your journey 🍻🌫️🐬⛵

[@tophatter15]

We are in your family. This is the premier channel! Well done my friend!! 🍷🍷🤙🤙

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Thanks Scott, welcome aboard make yourself comfortable 🤗🤘

[@tophatter15]

@@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench I usually do! Lol. I’ll bring the rum! Cheers brother!!

[@howardrich9355]

Hi Geordie, my s/v MOTU ATEA is painted the same green trim and white hull. She's 34' loa with 12' beam. Cold molded epoxy and fir wood. She also has double dog house.

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Id really love to see some pictures, I'm might try and start an FTP Server for all my YTubers, so we can share pics 😉

[@johnwalker6711]

Cant wait for the next adventure on the high seas the boat is looking amazing !! fair winds and fair seas Simon

[@svticklemefinn1176]

Beautiful boat I've always liked her.great videos in my opinion. Always nice to see you with a mate but doesn't matter to Me I loved your sailing adventures the good and the bad of it all.

[@jonboyer4601]

You can please some of the people some of the time, some of the people none of the time, and all of the people not all of the time. What they think is none of your business and vice versa. We all miss you and Eryn’s camaraderie and chemistry. It is highly infectious when U2 are aboard together and make a great crew of two with no need for more. No man is an island. I’ve lived alone on one of the San Juan’s for 40 years looking for love in all the wrong places, spaces, attitudes. True beauty and real Love comes from within and exudes outward without boundaries. You and Eryn have star quality and that is hard to match. Real love is recognizing the insanity in another and willing to reside therein. True Love is seeing one’s Truest self in another. Free free set them free.

[@mjcooke2sailingmostly]

Very stylish intros, surreal with the butterflies, a lot of thought and skill gone in there, previous video too. I think subscribers do leave naturally, but in my own smaller scale experience, I've found they are quickly replaced by fresh interest. According to my own analytics, most views on my channel are non subscriber views anyway.

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Thanks!! It's about 60% subscribers on this channel 🤗

[@raysvlovesea3396]

Well done mate, she's looking great ..... Cheers

[@Schona110]

Love your soundtrack choices.

[@rogergurr9090]

Be nice to see you sailing again

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Oh yes!!!! It's coming really soon !!!

[@styx85]

Here in Norway we call deadeyes "jomfruer", or virgins. Couldn't say why. I wonder if it's the same in Denmark? Narhval's looking ship shape, keep up the good work!

[@flemmingmadsen5313]

De hedder også "jomfruer" i Danmark.

[@davesmiddy1254]

A deadeye is an item used in the standing and running rigging of traditional sailing ships. ... The three-holed blocks were called deadeyes because the position of the three holes resemble the eye and nose sockets of a sheep's skull.

[@robertahlstrom9634]

Same here in Sweden

[@phantumdrummer]

I'm sticking with you mate. I came for the boat and found a guy that has a life worth living. Sorry that Erin isn't there, but that's life. We just keep living life and doing the best we can with what we do have. You sir have a lot! Your boat is amazing, but the life and freedom it provides you is even better. So, take the dropouts and tell them to fuck off, you don't need them anyway. We're here and not going anywhere. Take care mate. ~Tim

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Affirmative Tim!!!!! 👍🤘

[@carolinemcdougall8708]

I certainly appreciate your artistic talent. I follow a fair few sailing channels but the one that include a bit of artistic flair are the ones that impress me. Well done I say.

[@player36012]

Great Videos keep them coming

[@rickygaffney2256]

Simon I started following you because of the boat and trip I would not give a rat's about the people who have left you will find more will follow your KZbin channel when you are able to continue with the journey by the way your boat looks awesome mate

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Cheers Ricky!! I keep chipping away at her, Rod from Zulu has been a great help / friend!!

[@Bay30]

Sailing with Erin was a blast. She had a hippie vibe 2 her. Rest up and u will find your first mate

[@frederickoning191]

You are a creative, a counter culture sort.............you have great talent! Your boat has become a work of art! I enjoy your videos! Very happy to ride along.........from the beginning in Vancouver.

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Say hi to Raincouver from us!! Our favourite thing in Canada was the fresh air and green moss, and seals!!! Seals!!!!!! 😊♥️

[@islaylee1660]

Did you once own a boat named Kestrel and a magnificent red stumpy. If you did we met in the marina at Keppel Bay soon after you sold her to one of my friends who also had shares with me and others in a Bracken cruiser named Maluku 111. Love your boat and your attitude.

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

That was Guy, I sold Kestrel to him, he's from South England!! Kestrel is now lying in Townsville, she's a beautiful boat!!!!

[@islaylee1660]

The Geordie, the Witch and the Wench That makes sense now .... yes she sure is a beautiful boat. I was told the first Svenson built her with timber he milled and sourced from GKI to go fishing for mackerel!

[@jasonm7804]

Been watching from the start. Your boat is what caught me the rest is/was just window dressing. Keep it up 👍, eventually you may decide to get some new "curtains"

[@whyknot4082]

Oh and a man just gave me. Gave me a catalina 22. My first big boat. First sailboat was a sunfish. Lol. One 14 hobiecat two 16 hobiecat. And a 18 hobiecat. Iam Moving on up. Can wait to sail it. Soon. So when I work on mine I think of y'all. well Have a great year

[@hawkeyeoverthehorizon868]

Some of your best footage yet. Nice work

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Thanks matey!! 😉

[@jerryminney3555]

well i enjoy your videos and the sailing . i have a better half i have been with for 32 yrs so not looking for any of the asset stuff just wanted you to know that . Thank you for sharing your life and adventures with us . be safe take care and happy sailing

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Thanks Jerry for you comment 👍

[@elizaandalisa]

Heyup bud! Where are. And the beautiful nharval cheers n beers Marty Australia

[@michaelc4338]

Your vids are great to watch . If you guys like wooden ships you should check out " Sampson Boat Co " This crazy bastards rebuilt the Tally Ho gaff cutter from the bottom up. Amazing watching the process. Thanks always for the vids , I really enjoy all your stuff,,, Mike in Chicago ,, have a good day all !!

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Cheers Mike, I'll check em out 😊

[@freerangewhanau]

I came for the trip, I'll stay for the drone footage! You might have to cruise over to NZ, it's looking like we might have some special border arrangement opening up sooner rather than later.

[@quentinwoods8811]

Free Range Whanau ...there’s a twist...Copenhagen via pacific again..? Bay of Islands pretty cool place to hang out on the way. Cool as we are going into winter ! Q

[@freerangewhanau]

@@quentinwoods8811 Copenhagen via Fiordland and the S Ocean would be the quickest route haha. Nah, enjoy the warm climates mate

[@ThirstyBacon]

Something you might consider is youtube shuts down accounts that have been inactive for a period of time. That could be that someone simply lost their password and where forced to make a new account. It has happened to me personally. This is my 2nd or 3rd time subscribing to your channel. I watch tons of aussie sailing channels and only remember to rewatch and subscribe when that documentary pops up in my recommended feed. It takes alot of mouse clicking to actually find your channel from documentary for me. Maybe because im from the USA? I came for the boat and the adventure and will come back always no matter what.

[@prankishsquire2663]

I'm only here for Narval

[@mitzanodeparetzack2198]

We are here for you and for your magnificent boat. If someone like to adore first mate's artillery, there are many other channels. And its OK if 30 or 35 viewers decided to unsubscribe. Others will come.

[@marktracey387]

Narvahl..is looking good ...I am still refitting the interior this weekend ..solo as well..lol..👍⛵

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

Now that I couldn't do!!!!

[@ben_6199]

Narvahl is a beautiful boat and I wouldn't like to miss it.

[@josephhaddakin7095]

3:12 Whip it! Whip it good!

[@LANDandSWELL]

Been following you from the start. I trust you know what's up. That old boat is gorgeous and you've always put together the most beautiful sailing footage. Hope our paths cross at a beautiful anchorage some day.

[@bumblingwombat]

love your work skipper fabulous videography mate stay safe, fair winds and following seas

[@TheChopmonster]

keep going buddy love the vids.

[@Bombora143]

Keep it going mate, never give up, enjoy your adventures, your life is good never forget that, cheers

[@davidhamrick1191]

Hey Simon: We are here for you as you he given us great pleasure following you from Vancouver.

[@JeanClaudeNoel]

Hi! Hope everything is OK with you. Besides being a Danish boat, what is the make, model, length of your boat? You may have documented that already and I missed it. Are you going to Copenhagen because your boat comes from there? BTW, you are right to think that you are not alone. 😎

[@alapikomamalolonui6424]

..sense of Family,.. I think was what you were reaching for. :) ʻOhana, dude. Niau mākou me ʻoe. Nā mahalo a me aloha, a pōmaikaʻi īa ʻoe, ka ʻīlioʻaukai. (Weʻre sailing with ya! Many thanks [respects] and love, and blessings to you, yʻole sea dog!) :) 🤙

[@TheGeordietheWitchandtheWench]

That's so lovely ❤️♥️