Sailing a Seagoing Trawler Yacht Through the Dutch Inland Waterways!

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We travel on the dutch inland waterways with our 82ft sea ship. Our steel trawler is build for the open water. So it will be very interesting going through the narrow dutch canels and passing locks and bridges on our way to Sneek.
Flying Coney is an 82ft long historic steel ship. And we bring her back to live as the beautiful sailing ship she once was. When we are done with the refit we want to sail the ocean together with you and teach traditional sailing skills.
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[@FlyingConey]

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[@kirbygulbrandsen4507]

What is the lifespan of one of those power stations? Also do you charge the vessel batteries with solar power? Just Wondering ! Safety is no Accident !

[@MultiPosaune]

The freighter you passed 'on the wrong side' had the blue sign. That means it follows the 'wrong bank'. Mainly used on rivers during currents.

[@barendgarvelink]

Yep, signals intent to pass starboard-on-starboard.

[@FlyingConey]

The barge was okay. But someone contacted me on the radio exactly when we were under the bridge. We do have right of way in front of most other pleasure craft since we're above 20 meters. Not many skippers of the smaller boats know that. We do have to contact locks and bridges before we pass for the same reason. But that's a rule that the lock keepers don't like.

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

😎... Best thing ever on a rainy day ...a boating "busmans holliday." Nice to hear from the guys before leaving. Good luck with your next steps.

[@errolfoster1101]

I miss my days on the water your videos let me live them again through your adventures

[@davidnichols147]

Daniel, your the proud owner of such a Historic schooner. We are so Happy for you both, making such a lovely couple adds to our enthusiasm. Having been employed in our US Merchant Marine service, I had the opportunity while working on a Heavy Lift ship, to visit Holland. VanOman industries charter this strong Texan and we carried used equipment all over the world. Enjoy your new berth and wishing you an Barbara great success, she's one of a kind.

[@manny380sl]

thank you for sharing this great video of flying coney under full power the waterways and beautiful holland country side

[@kirbygulbrandsen4507]

I like the fact that you plan your very moves, coming up with a game plan. Some people fly by the seat of their pants with absolutely no planning. A good Captain, that does make. You guys with the help of a good crew will succeed. I have no doubt that your dream will come true. Go with God ! Always watching from Panama City Florida, USA. 🇺🇸🦅

[@oldshad65]

really like Daniel's model for teaching crew line management when departing the wharf. it could have been done verbally but seeing the model, then doing it, should allow the crew to retain that skill for the future

[@FlyingConey]

Moving Flying Coney does mean maneuvering with the help of lines. Until we have a rig that's the most interesting things when it comes to sailing the boat. But it's fun to think about solution and also to think about what can be done better next time.

[@JaroslavP]

Wonderful time for you all, and for me to watch this! Thank you so much.

[@ozenfant_ozn]

looking forwar to the next episode, can't wait!

[@broerderoos8317]

When a barge comes towards you with the blue plate standing up, it means you must past each other starboard starboard. They are doing the same on the rivers

[@FlyingConey]

Yes thank you! I wasn't sure if the barge also has to pass the bridge under the opening part and I haven't fully seen the other vessel behind the bridge. It was a busy situation that went without any problem. I was contacted on the radio the moment I was under the bridge and I haven't understand a single word. I guess it was the barge captain informing me that we will pass each other on the starboard side.

[@jonathanworthing6278]

It’s turning into a nice ship see a big difference already.

[@suesailor]

This will sound like a criticism, but it’s not really we so enjoy your videos. So here it goes, I thought the accompanying music was a little too loud. We did enjoy your trip to Sneek. Thank you so much. Old sailors in Sausalito, CA

[@FlyingConey]

Noted and thanks for the feedback.

[@Arnaud58]

@12:52 That starboard-to-starboard passing is indicated by the blue panel on the side of the wheelhouse.👴😉 The reason why the lock/bridge keeper was annoyed was because he wanted to open the bridge at the last minute to cause as little disruption to road traffic as possible.👴🤷‍♂

[@mikef.1000]

Well he could have used the radio instead of going off his tree!!

[@gfimadcat]

@@mikef.1000 most pleasure boats don't carry VHF, and unless you call him first he won't know if you've got one so I guess the geezer assumed no VHF was available.

[@Arnaud58]

@@mikef.1000 Correct, but I think he might not be familiar with the VHF signs at bridges and locks..., or as a whole.👴🤷‍♂

[@FlyingConey]

Since Flying Coney is above 20 meters we need to have VHF and we need to contact most bridges and locks first. We also have right of way in front of smaller vessels but most skippers don't know this.

[@gfimadcat]

@@FlyingConey right, forgot you guys are huge :D Then it's just weird he didn't get you on the blower to explain what he wanted but I guess he was also under the assumption you knew the local "rules". Oh well, don't let them get to you. Next time one of them goes off his rocker just get on the VHF and ask him to clearly state what he wants you to do, or you're going to do absolutely nothing :D

[@edgeveg]

Fantastic. So glad you got to take Flying Coney on a trip. Can't wait to see what you get into next

[@andrelam9898]

For those not from the Netherlands, Den Helder is the northern most point in the province of North Holland and is home to the a major Naval base. You showed a few brief video clips of the Navy museum. We didn't have time for that one last time, but we did visit the National Lifeboat Museum. If you get back to Den Helder, I can highly recommend that museum as well.

[@keokigray4199]

Thank you for a wonderful distraction from a sad time in my country. It was refreshing to travel with you.

[@dennisdatu6464]

I really do think the banjo and fiddle sound track suit your videos. Thank you for another enjoyable video. ❤

[@FlyingConey]

Thank you very much. Music choice isn't easy and it's alway reassuring to hear positive feedback.

[@gobic1319]

I loved the video. What an adventure through such amazing scenery. The camera work, editing and music were perfect!12:15

[@chuckfountain620]

Great adventure! Looking forward to next week.❤

[@FlyingConey]

Since there's so much going on and the work load on us is insane we can only make a video every other week. But the good news is next video will be boat project video again.

[@MrJerobona]

WoW! That was a nice trip! Congratulations!

[@chantedefelepe]

Well I have to give it to you all I never thought that old rust bucket would be on the water 💦 again so congratulations 🥂

[@shortribslongbow5312]

Great video, really enjoy the cast off explanations never knew that end of a large ship. Kudos all. :o)

[@bburvik]

Another super nice video. The experience at the Lemmer lock is very recognizable (bin there done that). and with every trip with the boat you learn something new and build up experience. I also met you in real life and you are two really fantastic and positive people. The ship is really worth restoring and you are already well on your way to turning it into a beautiful sailing ship. Good luck and we will continue to follow you with great pleasure. Greetings from Urk (UK317)

[@whitneylake2107]

May your adventures continue ! Best wishes from (landlocked) Montana !

[@GAMER_sTaCy_KILLER_gAmEr]

I'm actually not much of a sailor, but I could be quite happy with my deck chair positioned just right so I could watch all those boats going by. Thanks for the dream.

[@dustoff1472]

Looking good. Really enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@LoganJohnson-lm2bh]

Thank you for the ride it was fun. I have reached a milestone i have been working on for over a year .if all continues i will be able to travel where ever and whenever i want and you are on my very short list .I am happy to see your trip was uneventful .

[@FlyingConey]

Really looking forward to meet you in person! As always, thank you for the comment!

[@rickswanberg4995]

When you were "compensating for double image" on the periscope you were adjusting the range finder. When the images align, you can read the range to target off the dial.

[@FlyingConey]

Good to know that! Thanks!

[@mikef.1000]

Sounds like the lock keeper maybe could have used the radio to communicate... But great that you got through his little kingdom without too much more trouble :-D

[@FlyingConey]

I really don't get it why professionals like the lock keeper are always in a hurry and cause unnecessary stress. We're still in the learning phase and it's difficult enough without somebody shouting at you to hurry up. But we managed the situations well and each time we move the boat it's getting better.

[@j.d.1438]

The lock keeper is not only responsible for the boat traffic but also for the road traffic. If the road is important for access to the area behind it might give problems to emergency organizations, like ambulance or fire fighters,. Besides that :a nice video 👍😀

[@paulorobalo3521]

Top.

[@wimmol]

For future reference, in the Netherlands they want a minimum interference with road traffic. So they want you very close to the bridge before they open it. Contact by VHF is not with every bridge and there is the possibility not every lock or bridge keeper speaks English. Your native German may help sometimes.

[@barendgarvelink]

Yes, this is exactly it 👍

[@FlyingConey]

We had some really strange experiences with those lock keepers. Sometimes they seemed bothered because we contacted them on VHF even though we had to. One specifically told us that he will open the bridge in time but we needed to wait 10 meter in front of the bridge for about 5 minutes. I understand that they do their best to keep the traffic going. It's simply not easy if you do something like what we do for the first time.

[@dennisnunn2244]

enjoyed the episode look forward to more. just a suggestion but a raised floor and maybe seating in the wheel house will improve the forward view. (did this on the dutch frigates just before sea trails) You have plenty of height inside.

[@FlyingConey]

At a later point the whole wheelhouse will change. We're not even sure if we keep the current position or if we will move it slightly aft. A sailing ship does need an outside steering position. So the wheelhouse will be mostly for navigation or for bad weather on longer passages. We will also move it down as far as possible to be able to have the boom of the sail above lower.

[@kentate435]

Great video

[@jaymarlin3565]

AWESOME..!!

[@kevinmartin3859]

A very nice video thank you very much 😊😊

[@Nerd3927]

Excellent work from all involved! Regarding volunteering, where will you be staying in the next year or so? Sneek or onward to Germany?

[@FlyingConey]

Thank you very much for your comment. The plan is to go to Germany in the late summer or early autumn. Currently we're looking for Emden or Ditzum so it's not too far from the Netherlands. But we're not staying in Sneek for long unfortunately this space in that shipyard is the only one deep enough and they don't want to have the wooden boat there nor Flying Coney.

[@Nerd3927]

@@FlyingConey Good to know you will be in fairly OK driving distance from Rotterdam! For a spot, you might check with Thijs from "Tijgerhaai", as he might have some local knowledge around Harlingen/Franeker / Leeuwarden.

[@FlyingConey]

For whatever reason dealing with harbors in the Netherlands turned out to be very difficult for us. It's not that we don't like to be here but it appears that it could be easier for us in Germany. The plan for now is to stay the summer here. Maybe Delfzijl is close enough the the border, we will see and keep you updated. If you want to volunteer it's always best to write us a mail at [e-mail]

[@sjoertebben]

Good to see you're ready for the next step. How long is the shipyard time in Sneek planned for?

[@FlyingConey]

As short as possible since the yard there didn't want the wooden boat there nor Flying Coney. They just don't understand boat projects.

[@sjoertebben]

@@FlyingConey That is a pitty. Hopefully there's another shipyard that can accomodate your needs a bit better.

[@FlyingConey]

But we never planned to do a huge amount of work in Sneek. It was planned to transfer equipment from the wooden boat to Flying Coney and we thought that could be done in 6 weeks. We found someone who is willing to restore the wooden boat and spend some time helping him to find a new yard to store and repair the boat.

[@mejdupraznika]

🎉

[@Lindgaard2008]

What training do you have for sailing, yard skipper?

[@FlyingConey]

We've been sailing teachers, professional sailors in an olympic sailing class, we're sailing coaches and we do have a license to operate pressure crafts of any size. But strangely enough Flying Coney is our first boat with an engine.

[@davidrandall7708]

Have you seen any wooden fifty foot freight boats in your travels ?

[@FlyingConey]

Not yet. Why?

[@sergueiothonucci1638]

😃😃😃

[@UNRELATIVE]

I wonder how big the prop on Flying Coney is?

[@FlyingConey]

I think it's 120cm or 47 inch.

[@SavingMaverick55]

Very cool video. Does being out on the water amongst so many sailboats make you guys itch to get a proper rig on flying coney?

[@FlyingConey]

We are really happy that the boat can be moved again. That gives us back a lot of freedom. Next step is to get it seaworthy again by fixing the structural elements like the frames. But we really really want to have a proper sailing rig and we do our best to get there as soon as possible.

[@SavingMaverick55]

@@FlyingConey It'll certainly be interesting to see how you guys go about replacing the frames. Especially since their bottoms are encased in concrete in the bilge.

[@FlyingConey]

We're looking forward to this project. Most experts think that the frames are in good shape underneath the concrete so it should be straight forward. Removing the concrete deep enough to get down to healthy steel, make patterns out of plywood, cut the frames out of new steel with a plasma cutter and have them welded in by a professional welder.

[@frederikdejongh92]

You mantion it that you passes the wrong side with the cargoship and it not going wrong if you seen it we have in europe we called it a bleuboard with a flash Light on starboard of a ship that we can see that we pase on leftside that's a rule

[@FlyingConey]

Yes I know that but I didn't knew if he will pass underneath the opening part of the bridge or not. The exact moment I was approaching the bridge I got contacted over VHF but didn't understand a word. So just a busy situation and all went well.

[@en4ce_]

there is no right of way -.-" you are the stand on or give way vessel and thats it :)

[@wimmol]

It's just a bit more complicated in the Netherlands. In the inland waters rule book (BPR) you have large and small ships large is more than 20 metres and small is less than 20 metres . Small ships have to give way to large ships , always.

[@barendgarvelink]

@@wimmol that's a very good rule of thumb, it's generally safest and it works well with artikel 1.04 ("goed zeemanschap"). I tell novice sailors the exact same thing! Easier for everyone. But it's not actually a right of way rule in BPR in the way you wrote it down (the "always" is just not true). For example the "stuurboordswal" rule does not make any small-to-large distinction (BPR 6.04.2 and 6.17.2).

[@en4ce_]

@@wimmol same thing :-) stay on and give way

[@mga6665]

Here's me thinking i'd subscribed to a ship rebuild channel! Not sure what it is, a photography channel with lots of scenic shots or a travel channel. Anyway all the best, i'm off to find something more interesting.

[@jagaknot]

Be assured, it is/will be a refit channel. Right now they have to do a lot of background stuff to organize which would be boring to focus the videos on. I seen it with my own eyes when I was onboard on that trip, it will be a really big task. Keep an eye on them, it'll be worth it.

[@MS940]

Sailing might get more views though you were motoring with vessel which isn't equipped with sails. I wish all good for project but this wasn't sailing.

[@FlyingConey]

Definition of the noun sailing: 1. The sport or activity of using boats with sails 2. Traveling by ship If you've a better titele please share. Honestly I haven't even thought about if "sailing" does create more views. The video gets average views.

[@matswilliams1058]

For me sailing is going from point a to point b on a boat.