S2E127 Drawbridge Nightmare Situation

[@tomwaite4594]

Alan, great video that features the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay even when winter is closing in for the season. Thanks for taking us along.

[@RoversAdventure]

Glad you enjoyed it. And thanks for meeting me at the boatyard

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Always nice to have a second watch Alan. Very relaxing and amazing example of the support of the Wave Rover Navy. Best wishes to you and Mrs. Wave Rover for a very happy St. Patrick's day.

[@DrSurf-fx4gf]

👍Safe and sound once more. Thanks for including us in your adventure.

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks Doctor

[@SmallDrives]

10:09 such peaceful and calm waters 😌 Very beautiful! Great video!

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks

[@randolphbehm877]

I spent many a night at Fairlee Creek on my little cabin cruiser. I love that spot It can get quite rowdy on summer weekends when Jellyfish Joel’s is hopping.

[@randomtraveler3363]

Oh yes the joy of draw bridges, they are perfectly spaced all along the Inter Coastal Waterway, so that even at 5 knots, you can never seem to time them for their scheduled openings. And when they open you are often greeted by a large power yacht coming the other way and providing you with a lovely wake to roll you with

[@RoversAdventure]

So true

[@jasonmcintosh2632]

I've had times when the beauty of where I am is so overwhelming to me that it sort of hurts to try to take it all in. It's like the beauty can't fit into my heart. It is beyond me to really appreciate what I'm seeing and experiencing. I don't know what the "solution" to this is. When visiting national parks, I've found that I can appreciate views much better if I just sit down for a hour or two and just look and look at what I'm seeing. Contemplate what everyone else saw and experienced over the centuries in this place. But the places that "hurt" to try and take it all is aren't necessarily some grand view in a national park. It can be just a wonderful anchorage. Maybe the issue is that these beautiful places bring many parts of my life together. I love boating, I love nature, I love working hard to get what I want, I love quiet and peace, I love experiencing new things... Maybe this "pain" is from all of these factors coming together at one time... sort of like a "rogue wave" of my life's values. I also think that the "pain" is caused by the knowledge that I can't stay, but I must move on. Fair winds.

[@RoversAdventure]

That was absolutely beautiful Jason. I know what you mean and I share your values my friend.

[@Abc-kf4qx]

Alan, my ocd is in overdrive, you gotta clip the ends of those zap straps under the solar panels 😜

[@ThisIsTheInternet]

"Approximately 100 ft wide ... about 2, to 2.5 meters of water" Maximum Canadian with those measurements! 🤣

[@RoversAdventure]

lol, so true

[@kirbythomas5468]

Alan I have found that an electric throw blanket works well with a solar generator and on the low settings it is quite the power miser. I have used ours when camping in a tent with the grandkids 👍

[@RoversAdventure]

Thanks for the tip!

[@GrenvilleMelonseedSkiff496]

Fine day for a smooth passage and … happy St Patrick’s Day! You’ve at least two pints aboard to celebrate with. May the seas lie smooth before you. May a gentle breeze forever fill your sails. May sunshine warm your face, And kindness warm your soul. And, until we meet again, May God bless you and keep you safe. Hold fast! ⛵️☘️🇨🇦🍺🌞

[@RoversAdventure]

Thank you! You too!

[@mmullaley]

Well, Alan ol'e Son ..the old saying " sh!t happens". Another great video. I do have an engine related question though. I remember suggesting that engine for your boat and told you it would "push her at 6 kts all day long". I'm wondering if it does or does the slightly shorter water line and double keel hinder that. Another question is will that engine hold it's own in a bit of chop, or is she underpowered. I was thinking it would be a perfect fit but really didn't consider the extra drag and travel weight. Mo

[@sailoutofagarage6212]

Nice with people to bring you stuff!

[@RoversAdventure]

Every now and then I am pleasantly surprised.

[@windonwater3895]

I've never been in Bear Cr. but I've been in Fairlee at least 50 times. So this video was fun for me. Thanks! Too bad you had to motor all the way over to Baltimore. BTW, I think that was the I695 bridge you went under - I95 is a tunnel underwater.

[@RoversAdventure]

You're right

[@MajWill-k5k]

Lovely boat, great design. I’m curious as to the safety of being on the cabin top deck, as it appears there are no toe rails, and definitely no lifelines to stop a slip of the foot. Under way, in weather, if a need to go forward arose, it seems quite risky to be on that deck. Could you explain the safety of working on the cabin deck when the need arises?

[@sailoutofagarage6212]

I think the argument is that there is no need to go forward, all controls are aft.

[@RoversAdventure]

Very little need to go forward with all the controls aft. If I need to go forward I tie into a center-line Jack-line and tether off .

[@johnzink3309]

Thx

[@hecdc305]

Nice smooth motoring. I'm sure that was enjoyable and your fuel consumption was minimal.

[@RoversAdventure]

Yes it was

[@j.d.3875]

Its the wood...my guess concerning condensation, i am amazed by the beauty, did you have a drone?

[@RoversAdventure]

No drone but I am tempted to get one

[@harrycash8713]

Great video Allen. Just curious what is your ultimate destination?

[@RoversAdventure]

This summer I am crossing the Atlantic.

[@bobat2]

Hi Alan, How many horsepower is your outboard? Long shaft or regular length? Will you still be in the DC area in late April, as I may be down DC way. Thanks, and happy travels, Bob

[@RoversAdventure]

6hp extra long shaft tahatsu, and yes I plan to leave the Baltimore area late April

[@bobat2]

@@RoversAdventure Thanks for your reply, Alan. I have a 22' Catalina, swing keel, with trailer, which a friend gifted me. As a climate warrior, I can't bring myself to purchase a 3 HP Tohatsu long shaft, as I can't justify the fossil fuel usage for recreational use. So, I am going to try a Minn Kota C2 55# 42, as an alternative, using two deep cycle traction batteries charged with solar. A second alternative is a pair of Concept2 carbon graphite oars, using fabricated winch caps with oarlocks. Unfortunately the friend who gave me a deal on the Catalina, was also the owner of a mooring where I kept my JJ Taylor Contessa 26. However, without being able to find a mooring on Lake Champlain or other location close to me, I look forward to a summer of weekender/trailer sailing. I may be down in DC to support a fellow activist for their court appearance on April 26, however, presently I am banned from DC. If I can get a bye to come down, I will try to look you up if you are still around, and within Metro or Amtrak reach. Safe Travels, Bob

[@JohnBraman413]

i wrote the guy about the plans. said they're working on selling prebuilt for 100k depending on options. said people have asked about prebuilts.

[@RoversAdventure]

Refresh my memory, were you asking for an update on the kits to build yourself?

[@JohnBraman413]

@@RoversAdventure no, was saying what andrew told me on the boats.

[@allfix273]

Hi Alan been following you for several years now and love the videos you make. Im in South Africa and was this king about building a Wave Rover here. Do you know of anyone else building one in South Africa? Regs Neil

[@RoversAdventure]

I'm not aware of where the builders are located but Andy is keeping track of that. Send him an email: [e-mail]

[@ImnotChuck.]

I think I see that some of your non-slip surface is coming off the deck in front of the companionway. Was that expected and will you be repairing that before your Atlantic crossing?

[@RoversAdventure]

The nonskid is holding up nicely so far. Not sure what you saw

[@nickgoodall578]

Good heavens! Such drama. I might have to call in sick to work after witnessing that “nightmare situation”.

[@RoversAdventure]

Lol. I'm always open to better titles...it's not always easy to get it right

[@VojvodinaNet]

You hardly ever talk about the performance of your boat? One would expect details about every part of the boat, what would you do differently? What is working? I

[@RoversAdventure]

Check out S2E111 where the Naval Architect and I go for a sail and discuss Wave Rover

[@reloadncharge9907]

I missed something…watched twice….what was the nightmare situation? Been up and down the ICW, and many bridges…FYI - when you get to Florida all bridges monitor Ch 09. I am thinking if you want to toss out clickbait titles, perhaps a hot young woman in distress?

[@loewkr]

I missed the nightmare too

[@lanetatom2701]

Fowl language? He can't cluck like a chicken?

[@RoversAdventure]

lol, very clever, it took me a minute to catch this.