Barge Handling 3 Cam Split Screen

You asked for it! Here it is. (and it's a long one) Come along as we back out of an oil terminal in the Kills and head for our lay berth at port Newark. This was my first attempt at using three cameras. The third cam is focused on the plotter and next time I will do a much better job at it. I hope you like it, and thank you so much for watching and big THANK YOU to the patrons that help to support the making of these videos.

[@matthewflanders5508]

Capt as someone who’s on a 4200 with the same company that’s close to applying to the training program watching these helps me almost just as much as actually boat handling does

[@TimBatSea]

Hey Matt! I just watched your scalloping video. You and I have very similar backgrounds. I could not be happier that you are finding the videos helpful. You'll do fine and I'm sure we will be on the same boat one day. CUOTO

[@dtillman74]

Mr. Tim, you have completely changed my attitude towards tugboats. I fish in the Mobile, AL delta and tugboats frequent the rivers. I used to hate seeing the barges and saw them as machines and obstacles I had to overcome. After watching your videos I see you are trying to get an important job done and I have a new found respect for what you do. Thank you for the videos and stay safe.

[@TimBatSea]

Dave! That is the coolest comment ever!!! Thank you so much!

[@raydewley9796]

Another greatreat video of barge gandling, Tim! In steam railroading we refer to the sound of the exhaust as "stack music". I loved working on diesels in an engineering environment years ago and some engines had a really nice sound to them especially with about 40 psi of turbo boost pressure!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Ray!

[@lewlewis8970]

This is the one of your best, if not the best, videos yet. I feel like I just stood a good training watch on the bridge. Thanks.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Lew!!

[@Bordz_92]

I’d like to thank you for these videos. I was a deckhand for Kirby when I started watching you. I’m now steering and owe the majority of my knowledge behind the sticks to watching your maneuvering videos.

[@TimBatSea]

Wow!!!! That could be the greatest comment I have ever received!!! Thank you very much for watching and best of luck to you. You are working for a very good company and you have landed a fantastic job! Please stay in touch

[@Bordz_92]

@@TimBatSea absolutely. I’m over on the MV Kleberg. It’s an inland towboat. 2000hp. Just put a couple of my buddies trying to get their license on your videos also 🙏🏽

[@TimBatSea]

@@Bordz_92 That's great! Thank you very much! CUOTO

[@Bordz_92]

@@TimBatSea See you on the one Capt. Rogo

[@chrisholloway2853]

Enjoy your channel. Very well presented.I worked for 30+ years on Great Slave Lake and the Mackenzie river in the Northwest Territories in Northern Canada operating various tugs, barges and passenger vessels. I spent about 15 years on a small tug and barge. Single screw. Barge was about 100 tons cap.and boat was a steel work boat with a 453 detroit. We travelled on Great Slave Lake which is the 10th largest lake in the world and is mostly wilderness.

[@TimBatSea]

Cool! Thank you for watching Chris and welcome. Please consider subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday. CUOTO

[@stevefisher4014]

I really enjoyed the “real time” ride along. I like the idea of covering less ground but experiencing it closer to reality than a time lapse that covers more distance but is also less realistic. Thanks Tim B.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Steve. I have another one like this coming out in two Tuesdays from now.

[@robertdonnelly6614]

Great video Tim! I've learned boat handling skills from your videos that I use on my 33 foot express cruiser. Especially docking and maneuvering in the marina. Most important lessons I've learned from you is letting the boat settle, bleeding off momentum, and reading the tide/wind.

[@TimBatSea]

That's great Robert! Thank you very much for watching.

[@melcondit1356]

Looks your buddy is working for the Reinauers. Great company and family. Had the opportunity to provide my catering services to them for the Labor Day Tug Challenge event for about 6 years. One of the family members is local resident and friend, hence the connection. First time on a tug was as a guest of theirs for the Year 2000 4th of July Operation sail celebration. The New York Harbor was rather full of vessels that day. Aircraft carrier to kayaks. Quite a day, fortunate to have my kids being invited to experience that day. Thanks for your Videos Tim. They bring back fond memories.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Mel. I wish those days were still here. It's next to impossible to get friends or family allowed on the boats now.

[@LadyMarie880]

Thanks Tim beautiful handling, enjoy very much. Glad to hear your well and your crew... it was a pretty day. The barge talk interesting as we are always asking about the ATV. They are steadily increasing in numbers on the great lakes and river. Here. And they are used for everything. Thanks again Tim have a great day look forward to your next video..

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching Marie. I really appreciate it! I have another video like this one coming out in two weeks. Stay safe!

[@mattlord7302]

Awesome video. Please do more like this. The real time videos where you explain what you’re doing are what I love to see. You have such a calm personality and narration in a situation that would stress most people out. It’s very cool to see this industry from your perspective.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching and subscribing Matt! I appreciate it more than you know! Oh, an I have another like this but I think a little better quality coming out in two weeks.

[@davidwaugh143]

Excellent video Tim. No FF and a complete trip - the three screens worked well. Keep them coming....

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching David. I have another coming out in two weeks that is similar to this one, but I think a little better quality.

[@adamschwartzberg5238]

I'm so glad KZbin decided I needed to start seeing your videos - easiest subscription ever. You'd be an amazing educator, Tim. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and passion with us!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much Adam!

[@marcuslynch7601]

Same.

[@TimBatSea]

@@marcuslynch7601 Thank you very much!!

[@xeels2708]

And same for me as well! Great work Tim!

[@masonjones3780]

ya learn a lot watching your videos. back in the 90's I worked for a company that serviced the Sheridan trans ITB boats. Had to meet one in Brooklyn navy yard dry dock. I was shocked to see the boat separated! guy explained its just a barge and tug. been on many of they're boats, never would've thought they came apart. always loved going into dry-docks

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Mason. ITBs have gone by the wayside due to Manning requirements. The tried to use the ATB argument an lost. I have heard that there are a few still running, but nothing like it was.

[@davidrondestvedt5110]

More uninterrupted video of travel would be great! Love the view of the total cruise!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching David.

[@duece191]

Again Tim, a massive thanks for these videos! The longer the better because I love how we get to follow along and get your explanations along the way. Great job!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much!! I have another (and I think better) video like this coming out in two weeks.

[@Glide1992]

I agree with duece191. Great stuff.

[@TimBatSea]

@@Glide1992 Thank you very much!

[@michael7423]

Captain Tim you are one heck of a multitasker, great job!

[@TimBatSea]

LOL. You can do it too. It just takes years of small crashes. LOL Thank you for watching. CUOTUO

[@mikjamdig85]

Hey Tim, Mike from VTS again. Love this video. Lots of great insight that we as watchstanders rarely get. Also I'll make sure to get on my guys about their traffic reports!

[@TimBatSea]

Hey Mike! No. Your guys do an amazing job! I'm sure he just didn't hear me over the other traffic. Really itching to get over an shoot the VTS video! I have been trying to get in touch with Daniel H, but he must be busy. I am so happy you watch the channel. I just had another comment below asking for a VTS video. I'm off for three weeks, so if a good time works for you guys while I'm off, I'll drive right down to see you. Cheers and thank you again! Please keep checking in.

[@ranger2316]

Love it ... great video. I appreciate the running commentary and thought processes as you do your job. Thank you!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much. More to come.

[@mikefeeley5717]

Watching your videos makes me wish I had become a tug boat captain. Thank you. Appreciate the effort you put in so we have a great experience through your lens. Mike Atlanta GA

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much and welcome to the channel Mike. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@dickystipper4887]

Only video I have seen where I feel I was along! Nice photography and great conversation! Best on the tube. Thanks!!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Dicky! That means a lot to me. CUOTO

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Nice job with the barge and working with the tide. Good explanations too. It's great when you have fun, get paid and do your job.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Richard!

[@marko11kram]

It truly is both an art and a science--- the entry into the Arthur kill was Ballet, the barge connecting at the end was experience

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Mark. CUOTO

[@wbemt2726]

Hi Tim. I just wanted to add how wonderful this video was. What a great opportunity to get insight from a Master into a world few of us would ever otherwise see. What a great diversion during these trying times. I really enjoyed the split screen and VHF chatter. The Kills are such a fascinating waterway. I've been a New York/New Jersey guy for 61years and would have been a victim of the "Old Bay Draw" prank..Thanks for the history! I hope that Ch13 VHF "Conrail AK Railway Bridge Closing" message doesn't drive you to drink lol. Thanks again to you n the crew and stay safe!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Warren. Oh yes! That AK Railroad bridge recording drive me crazy!!!!

[@desertbrewcrew1974]

Another great video capt. Absolutely beautiful weather. Its also blue skies and breezy in the high desert, but its about 110.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching! Stay Safe,.

[@davestarr7112]

Thanks again Captian. Again I learned a lot. First time I have had a really good view of the Bayonne bridge since the construction has been finished. Many, many years ago when I lived in North Jersey and was too young to have a car I was crazy about riding my bike all over North Jersey and always wanted to ride in New York City. All the bridges and tunnels didn't allow bikes and pedestrians (I was told) and then I found the Bayonne Bridge _DID_ allow walking your bike across. I'd ride across the Meadowlands from Kearny to Jersey City and then down to the Bayonne bride, and then bike across to the St George ferry terminal and thence to NYC. You had to be a dedicated bike rider for that. The only way home was to retrace your route. Now, many, many years later, even the George Washington Bridge allows pedestrians and bikes. But I fear my biking days have come and gone. Thoroughly enjoyed the ride and the tutorial. Thanks again.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching Dave! Wow! That was quite a ride. I think you might get shot doing that these days. Lol. Be safe, and thank you again.

[@davestarr7112]

@@TimBatSea When they raised the roadway it spoiled the whole line of the bridge, to my point of view at first. But now that the work is complete the new look is beginning to grow on me, it is quite graceful ... the new designer knew his or her business after all ... a bridge should be a thing of grace and beauty as well as utility. If I still lived in Kearny I'd try it again, but I'd come back to New Jersey over the GW Bridge. Wonderful that pedestrians can now use that. I'll wave if I see you sailing under ;-)

[@TimBatSea]

@@davestarr7112 Thank you very much David. I think if you lived in Kearny today, you'd be speaking Spanish. Lol

[@jjosephm7539]

I've heard it said as a general rule, 1 knot of current equals 20 knots of wind. Of course, MT with wind, sucks A few of the boats that I worked on had no upper house. It really is priceless being able to see around you well.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching and please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday. Yes, an upper house is great!

[@bigdave200]

Tim, your videos are getting really great. I like the multiple cameras and split screen. Keep up the great videos, very interesting and something some of us has probably never seen.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Big Dave!

[@davemetz7368]

I'v just started watching tug videos a week ago and this video has been by far the best yet. Very very informative and professional ( until your battery died ) captain !! Looking forward to seeing more of yours. Thank You.

[@TimBatSea]

Welcome to the channel Dave. Please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@Nicko30able]

That was great Captain! Love having all the cameras. Great weather as well. Peace to you Tim!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Nick. I really appreciate it. I have another one like this coming out in two weeks.

[@Nicko30able]

@@TimBatSea I was/am super interested in how you deal with the tides. I live in southern SC and have 10ft plus variation from low to high so it is a major factor. I know you were down as far as Charleston, so you probably know. Gets more extreme as you go south from there. Full/new moons it can be 5-6 knots pull push too, so it means using charts for everything, even the rivers.

[@MrRandom750]

This has to be one of the most interesting youtubers, the one job I think I would drop my job to go do. never knew you could shift from power from forward to reverse so quickly, the digital life .Great job capt.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching. Yes! Those digital throttles are great. They let you shift quickly, but protect the reverse gear by no engaging until the shaft brakes have brought the wheels to a stop.

[@fdegeorge2000]

Thanks captain, I think you’re videos have helped me with my sport fisher. I seem to be getting more and more complaints at the dock.

[@TimBatSea]

Lol. Oh no! More and more complaints! That can only mean one thing..... Time for a new Marina. CUOTO

[@lamarham4554]

Captain Tim, that was the best video ever. I love what you do and could watch that for hours. The happiest times of my life were spent on the water, and watching a master like you is inspiring. Thank you.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching and for the kind words Lamar! I really appreciate them!!!!!

[@mitchelllong467]

Always look forward to seeing Mr Tim in action! Always checking you tube to make sure I don't miss a video! Good job Tim 👏 👍 👌

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching Mitchell. If you subscribe or have subscribed, you can click on the bell and be notified every time I post new content.

[@mitchelllong467]

@@TimBatSea I've been a subscriber for quite some time now! And yes the bell is on! Tuesday nights always seem to be relaxing watching you work that tug! Be safe brotha man.

[@geraldtanis3151]

I work in environmental science and and we do analytical testing of soil, water, concrete, air and tissue. Tons of our work is in Bayonne, Staten Island, Newark, Perth Amboy, etc. I go wherever they send me, just like you. One of the more interesting jobs I was on was at 1250 State St in Perth Amboy where Weeks Marine had a humungous barge crane that off-loaded entire sections of the road bed of the former Tappanzee Bridge. They then had an army of heavy equipment moving the sections around, breaking them up and pulling out all the steel beams and re-bar. They used all that stuff to raise the grade and now I go there quarterly to test the giant sand pile that's there now. I find it fascinating to see all the familiar sites I visit from your perspective. While watching your videos, I keep running my laptop over to my wife and showing her the different landmarks along the Kill. "DO YOU SEE THAT GIANT SALT PILE??? WE GO THERE!!".... "THAT"S THE BAYONNE BRIDGE!! WE WENT THERE EVERY DAY TO MONITOR THE AIR QUALITY WHILE THEY WERE RAISING IT!!" She thinks I'm nuts but it's a totally different view for me to see it from the water. We also go to Bayonne Dry Dock on a regular basis because we have to certify that any outfluent they are going to release is clean. Our business goes hand in hand with the shipping industry to continually make things cleaner in the environment. Can you see things getting better in your experience? I wish you well in your endeavors and I will wave at any tug that goes by when I'm sampling. Keep up the good work.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Gerald. Yes. In fact we now are seeing bottom growth on our boats when we pull them out of the water. Years ago, nothing would grow on your bottom if you worked NYC. CUOTO

[@marvinwestern4276]

Great video. Your commentary is very enlightening. Besides being a skilled captain, you make a great tour guide. It would be great to ride along with you on a trip. I am a small boat sailor and you have given me a new appreciation for motor boats.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Marvin. You should know that I have a great appreciation for boats powered by wind. (I am hoping to join the ranks very soon). CUOTO

[@marvinwestern4276]

@@TimBatSea Are you keeping up with the Vendee Globe and Jules Vern races? I do have a 1 1/2 hp outboard that came with one of my boats, but mostly use auxiliary power sticks when necessary. Long live pilot cutters and Thames barges.

[@michaelm9623]

Another enjoyable video. I appreciate the work you put into creating these and uploading them. Bravo Sierra, gotta remember that.

[@TimBatSea]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Thank you for watching Michael. It is even better when used on a person that doesn't get it! (Then you can add stupid to the list of things you don't like about them). Lol be safe

[@williamsestrom6355]

Nice driving! Very impressed with the 270 degree turn instead of fighting the current. Very very cool!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching William. Some times it's best to go with the flow.

[@michael7423]

Tim I’m thankful for all of the KZbin creators such as yourself keeping me entertained while I’m locked down and I’m glad you have work!

[@TimBatSea]

I am really glad you found us and seem to like what we are doing. Stay well Michael. CUOTO

[@toolbox-gua]

I enjoyed very much this video. I was “following you” over (via Google Earth), and both ports look very (very!) empty. Indeed ships are still moving but volume of cargo has dropped quite a lot. Hoping for everyone to stay safe and hanging there for the come back. Thank you.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching and for your kind words Edwardo. You take care of yourself too.

[@Fiarati]

Very much enjoying these technical videos, thanks Tim!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching! I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@michael7423]

You sure are a wealth of interesting information Tim, I love your channel!

[@TimBatSea]

I really appreciate it Michael. CUOTO

[@samb3706]

Great tutorial! Handling a tug-barge rig takes a good understanding of wind, tides, and weather. You are a true master!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Sam! I really appreciate it!!!

[@johnswimcat]

Nice trip, I watched the whole thing. Not one boring moment. Lovely day too

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching John. If you are new to the channel, welcome. Please consider Subscribing as I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@kenprevatt1267]

There is no doubt I should have had a job on a tug . I love the water and I’m a very good mechanic been wrenching now 35 years I love what I do but there’s no doubt I would have love this job even more on the water . God speed sir stay safe .

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching Ken. Please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday. It's never to late, check out my video "How to work on a Tugboat" and the two different engine room tours.

[@joaopedrorodriigues2996]

Hi, I'm from Portugal and I love our channel. Is good to see the differences between tug boats in America and Portugal. Keep the good job!!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you and welcome to the channel! I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@davidsauerwrx7460]

Thanks Tim, This video and the interview with Cao Murphy were both great. I learn by the minute; alway interesting. Dave

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching David! I really appreciate it!

[@v-grooves8531]

Hi Tim. Hope all is well. Wanted to share a thought that came to me around 19:20 in this video.... about being a friendly voice on the radio. I think your voice is part of what makes your channel so successful. You have that inviting, no-stress, can-do attitude that resonates through your commenting in your videos. I may have mentioned it before, but you have a real talent for this stuff. Keep on tuggin. Vince

[@TimBatSea]

Vince! Thank you!!! That makes me so proud. My mother who passed away 3 years ago had a radio show and did a lot of public speaking would be so happy to read a comment like yours, as am I. I try to educate myself about this sort of thing, and many forums have talked about "finding your voice". I used to try to make an outline of things I wanted to talk about, but I have found (because of comments like yours) that I am much more relaxed just talking about anything thing that comes to mind. It may seem odd and I am sure many people have many different reasons for creating a channel, but for me the most rewarding part is hearing from the people that watch and especially when they say things like you have. Thank you very much!

[@jackw2821]

As a fellow captain in a different field, I absolutely love these videos! They help me get a better understanding your maneuvers and what you do on an average day on the water. You are definitely peaking my interest in tugs... Thanks so much Tim!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Jack! Please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday. I also have another 3 can video like this one but I think better quality, coming out in two weeks.

[@KutWrite]

So cool, Cap'n Tim, esp. with the split screen! Reminds me of my days mooring a destroyer to a pier. We had two engines, too, but had to anticipate the delays of sending engine orders and the men in the engine room reacting, plus the momentum of the screws and tonnage of the ship. Normally, I'd approach pretty much as you did, then left 10 degrees rudder and back 1/3 on both engines (unless I needed a twist). The direction of the screws in reverse would walk the stern over to the pier. When done right it was a really good feeling. I'm sure you know what I mean. In the day it was a mark of saltiness not to need a tug. Later in my career, they'd have one nearby just in case. Now, I don't think any tie-ups can be done without tugs actually moving the ship. Sad, but good job security for the tow companies. I don't think there are any Navy tugs left. Tug captain was good duty for some senior chiefs!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching and thank you for your service! That's about it. Drive her Mcgiever!

[@pistonpilot]

I am a pilot. I would love to do what you do. It's good to be able to see the seasoning that goes into being a seaman. I like to watch this while I work. Thanks.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching and please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@simonleach7250]

Fantastic - loved it - thank you for sharing. Glad you were driving!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching the Simon and please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@charlieo4489]

Best video yet Tim. Said hi to Capt Mike for you the other day. Had good things to say about you. Keep up the good work.

[@TimBatSea]

Oh Thank you for that Charlie! I am hoping I get a chance to Capt Mike this time off. Maybe I can get him to take me out sailing in his Cat boat again!

[@andrewlafrance7727]

Very very interesting and awesome video. Would watch many more like this. Thank you Captain Sir!!!!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Andrew. I have another like this, but a little better quality, coming out in two weeks.

[@robertbeaty4909]

Looked like a beautiful day for a cruise. Even better getting paid for it.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Robert. CUOTO

[@jimh1369]

Thanks for sharing this great ride along. Gives you a real sense of tug and barge operation in traffic, and hearing your narration of places you pass is fascinating. Stay safe, Cap!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Jim. If you are new to the channel, welcome. Please consider Subscribing. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@krazer808]

Awesome video. Love seeing barge come into port.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching. Please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@pwillieb]

Every time I watch one of these videos, I learn something. Tankers of orange juice... who knew? These videos are fascinating!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching and please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@actemple3282]

super cool video love the 3 camera view super cool ....love it ...cannot fight the tide ...

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Adam.

[@michaeldavis7827]

Awesome video lesson today Capt. Your other video with the split screen was the first I have watched. I really enjoy this stuff. Keep it coming and Thank You.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Michael. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@Jays620]

Captain Tim. Thanks for the nice long video. Was nice to watch,.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you Jay. I really appreciate it. (Sorry it was so long) something no woman has ever heard me say.

[@Jays620]

@@TimBatSea I didnt mind the long video at all. Keep them coming.

[@darrenhillman8396]

And another cracking video, Tim. Going up into Port Elizabeth, it was almost as if the container crane booms were raised in salute to the Elk River! Lovely day! Be good to see a video about the work that VTS does. Stay safe. Best wishes from the UK!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Darren. Ok, a couple things. We try really hard to not mention directly by name, tugs or companies. If it comes out indirectly (security call) we can live with that. This is in an effort to appease my employer who has graciously allowed me to make this content. I love that you are a part of the TimBatSea CREW and love your comments and enthusiasm. Ok, next; so I got approved to shoot a video with VTS and they were super cool about it. But before we could shoot, covid came in and shut it all down. I am hoping to still do the video when things clear up. Thank you again. Be safe.

[@darrenhillman8396]

TimBatSea Tim, my apologies if I erred by mentioning tug name. I wont do it again, I promise! I really don’t want to get you into any bother with your managers! Looking forward to seeing the VTS footage once it is created. I’m sure it will be fascinating. Safe waters. D

[@TimBatSea]

@@darrenhillman8396 No problem Darren. Just wanted to pass it along. We are all good.

[@rbodell]

I once worked for a construction company moving crane barges with a landing craft which may or may not have both engines running which really didn't make any difference because the engines were so close together. I usually just ran it as a single engine and kept the other engine idling in case the one I was using quit. The props were so close together there was nothing but turbulence and the boat just sat there if you tried to use the engines to turn the barge LOL. Whenever the company big shots came to the site, the crew boats were always busy or broke down (if there were sitting at the dock) so they always sent the landing craft to pick them up.

[@TimBatSea]

LOL. Great story and thank you for charring it! #CUOTO

[@robertjohnson5241]

That was fantastic - Bravo Tim!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much Robert! I really appreciate it!!

[@captainrick9379]

Awesome Video Captain Tim! Like I always say.... "Go With The Flow & Slow Is Pro"! Thanks for sharing!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you Rick. Mother nature is going to win every time.

[@82hunt]

Nice video as always! Videos are a nice escape outside my normal routine working from home. Keep um coming!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching George! I am so glad I don't work from home. I'd never get anything done. Lol

[@waynecompton7612]

Good evening Tim, thank you for another interesting video etc . Take care and stay safe 👍😎🇬🇧.

[@TimBatSea]

Good morning Wayne. My apologies for forgetting to switch on the video from early release for my Patrons, to scheduled release for the viewers. Being 5 or 6 hours ahead of me, you must have wondered where I went. Lol. Take care my brother!

[@donreed5029]

When you say that the barge is hauling bunker is that #6. I drove a tank truck and filled many a tug on The Missouri River but they used # 2. Your videos are just fascinating.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Don. So we've got two things going on and you are correct about both of them. Tugboats use Diesel. But we are moving bunker oil or something very close if not the same to 6 oil. It is for ships. They have massive slow speed diesels and switch to bunker fuel off shore. CUOTO

[@FloridaJack]

Enjoyed the journey with you guys....

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Jack!

[@gonecoastal4]

Funny you should mention the OJ ship. I worked at a major OJ company in FL and would offload tanker trucks from the Brazilian ship into our 280k gallon storage tanks and later I would blend the Brazilian with FL and CA juice for everyone's breakfast enjoyment. Non stop around the clock work when that was going on.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. That is cool. There is a lot we all take for granted in our society these days. Where the simplest thing, like your morning glass of OJ comes from is one of them. CUOTO

[@ScottDodgson]

Thanks Tim. I hope you get better soon!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you Scott. I was only out of service for a an hour or two. Then came back home and knocked out the Nest!

[@kevintoo8]

Excellent video yet again Cptn Tim 😀

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Kevin!!

[@emrebaskocak]

Hey Tim! The video I've been waiting for since the last split screen one! I'm sure this one is just as good or better! Thanks for taking the time to put this together for us. Take care.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@gordonholt2643]

I had to laugh when you were talking about engine sound. I watch your videos on my TV, hooked up to good speakers. On some of the videos the sound is so good it rattles the windows.

[@TimBatSea]

😂 I bet that must sound awesome. Thank you for watching Gordon. CUOTO

[@douglasscott3541]

Great to watch Tim boat handeling 101

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Douglas.

[@1919champ]

What a cool video. You make it look easy. I work in aviation and the parallels are very similar in handling large heavy moving objects. Just at vastly different velocities. Good stuff, Tim!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Jan. I may have mentioned it before, but aviation was plan A for me, but I ended up here on plan X, Y or Z.

[@johndodd1362]

Hello Tim I do enjoy watching your experience and skill in operations. The characteristics of the Elk River in push mode is the same as what I experience with my RC model tug and barge although some of the effects are more subtle but the time frame is quicker due to the scale. Unfortunately I am not as seamless and smooth in operation as you. In my case if I misjudge anything I can just say “buggar “ and have another go and if I knock any paint off it adds character to the vessel. Great video mate keep them coming. Keep smiling JD

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching John. I have always wanted, and someday I hope yo get or build, an RC Tugboat.

[@TimBatSea]

Is there any chance you could email me a short video of your RC Tug and barge for me that I could use in a future video?

[@johndodd1362]

TimBatSea hello Tim what is your email address please. JD

[@TimBatSea]

@@johndodd1362 [e-mail]

[@normtyneships194]

Another great one, Tim! I learn lots every time. I have started watching the buoys when filming events in the Tyne to help me see how much work any tugs are going to have to do with big ships. Thank you.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much Norm!

[@scottgibson6735]

thanks for the video.I appreciate being ableto watch your professionalism.Liked,and subbed

[@TimBatSea]

That's awesome! Thank you very much Scott! #CUOTO

[@butchbuoni]

Another Fantastic Video, Tim...

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you Butch! I really appreciate it.

[@jabjab1010]

Thank you for the ATV explanation. . .I did not know this but makes perfect sense. Didn’t know you only had a 2ft wave tolerance with push gear. Interesting.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching the John and please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday. 2' on the side can be a bit stressful, but we can take much more going into it. But those ATBs can handle some crazy weather in comparison.

[@ClassXIRoads]

This was a very good clip, real time is best time, I truly like how you interact with everyone you come across during your day from the other captains deck hands, dispatch , your always calm and kind, I would like to see some clips of how you work with pleasure boaters who may not do as you expect (betting you talk to them with a clam kindness also), I am always trying to learn the best way to mix in with the professionals while I know I am probably in the way some times with my 43 foot pleasure craft. CUOTO

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching James. Have you seen my video "The unwritten law of tonnage"? You may find that one fun. CUOTO

[@rogerdeves1511]

Very skillful I enjoyed it a lot. More please!!!!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Roger! I have another like this coming out in two Tuesdays from now.

[@tonywitherspoon6844]

Just open the Door that is the sound that puts me to sleep I love that sound and the small of Burnt Desal in the morning lol.

[@TimBatSea]

Lol. thank you for watching Tony. #CUOTO

[@mikec6868]

Go Pro batteries! ARG!!! Great video! As Eduardo said below I also enjoy following you on google earth to see where you are during the video!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching Mike. I really appreciate it. I've got another like this (with an external battery plugged in this time) coming out in two weeks. I think the quality is a little better too.

[@boblister665]

Good job Tim It is very interesting watching how you move these things around. All moves have to be thought out ahead of time

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Bob. If you ever meet me, you will see that thinking isn't my strongest suit. Lol

[@TherealDeltaEcho]

Really great video taken on a rather nice day. After 35 years in that port my recollection seems to focus on the freezing sleet and dismal grey days or smelly hot humid summers. But I loved it anyhow. BTW, if I recall correctly (which at my age is rare) where the orange tankers unload used to be banana boats. The scrap yards were always there but after WW2 it was a huge ship breakers yard. And just the other side of the Rt 9 bridge was where they loaded the poop barges......ya couldn’t miss it! And I think if I am correct, the Bayonne draw (you mentioned ) was still there back when I started but was shut down because a passenger train ran off the open drawbridge drowning many people a few years before. Live in the Arizona desert now, closest I get to salt water is mamas chicken soup. Great job Cap! Thanks for the memories.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing those awesome memories! I really appreciate them!

[@jamesterrill1938]

Nothing like experience. Thanks for the video..

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching James. Please consider Subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@tylerhalik2999]

Loved the video tim keep working hard 👍

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much!!!

[@bflewis9713]

Newark Bay Bridge (Old draw) was a railroad bridge that was only recently demolished in the late 80s (88). The last train crossed it in 1976, and it sat dormant till it’s demolition.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Thomas. Someone else linked an article saying it was back in 58. But in either case, it was a while ago. Be safe!

[@TheFlatlander440]

Love watching these barge handling videos. Your vids give the sense we're right there with you in the wheelhouse. I also follow your course on Google Earth and can pick out the landmarks as you approach them. Like that Morton Salt pile. Thanks for sharing and stay safe Tim. Cheers!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you so much for watching William!

[@byronlarson227]

I got my Hoodie today sir. Its thick. Very happy with it.

[@TimBatSea]

Byron! You have no idea how happy that makes me. I really didn't like the first ones. Can you please send me a picture I can use in an upcoming video of you wearing it? [e-mail]

[@TomTalley]

Nicely done...thank you for a great lesson...

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Tom!

[@nickadeletti7655]

Hey Tim great video! If you ever want another camera angle I would recommend the prop wash at the stern of the vessel. Just would help to get a better understating of the engine forces at play. Keep up the great work!

[@TimBatSea]

Welcome to the channel Nick. That's a great idea! Please consider subscribing if you haven't already. I try to post new content every Tuesday.

[@nickadeletti7655]

TimBatSea already am! Thank you very much!!!

[@landontakeamericaback2106]

I worked for that dredge company, Portland cement was the binder . Their yard is just behind Newark Airport. If I remember there were Orange juice ships to the north side of the treatment operations.Sure miss my job.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. The Orange juice ships still discharge at berth 24. CUOTO

[@deanraf]

It took me a while to figure out where you were using Navonics on my iPhone, couldn't find the Elk River. I can see it pays to have lots of horsepower. Great video. It's nice to have a familiar voice while out on the water. Stay safe.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Dean. I really appreciate it.

[@alexandercalmerfalk2514]

Awesome video! More of this please!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Alexander. I have another 3 cam video that I think is a little better quality up and will post in two weeks.

[@TheByard]

Well done Tim, Pitty the Go Pro run out of juice at the best bit, maybe some of that orange juice would help, I had a camera that plugged in during filming, some one borrowed it!!!!!! otherwise I'd give you info. So much of your teachings will be very useful for boater especially those running twin engines, the boat I took my skippers course on was based on a Pilot boat hull and so the twins would put you right on the dock with using the rudder. Actual Pilot boats in the UK have to be capably of going full forward to full astern without a purse, man that sorts the engine and gearbox out. Fyfes bananas had dedicated refrigerated ships that hauled green bananas from where ever to London, once they hit the dock they started ripening so a fleet of trucks sped them away. Have you covered buoyage in a video yet, lots of people get confused when passing a port buoy to starboard. When it's the boats that pass Port to Port, except on fast running river in Germany etc. where working boats have a black screen that rotates from flat to upright, when shown upright it means he's passing to starboard.

[@TimBatSea]

Good morning! Thank you for watching. A buoyage video is a good idea. We here in north America buoyage System B, so many people ask why I'm on the wrong side.

[@nyshippics9837]

Evening Tim. I just learned about the old bay draw last week from a McAllister tug. I had no idea a bridge once spanned the bay. Did a little google research and was shocked to see something that that going across the bay. They removed it in 87’-88’.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it. That's cool. Still a long time ago.

[@nyshippics9837]

TimBatSea you can find some cool pictures of ships coming under it. And the train derailment back in the 50’s I believe. Great video as usual. I’ve posted you on my Instagram several times.

[@k1hasard]

I enjoyed this video. The scenery is familiar because I lived in NYC for 60+ years. I always wondered about the steering forces from the rudder when you reverse engines, you answered my question without asking, I appreciate that. It figures one camera would die when you were coming in to tie up. The camera arrangement was great though, I could see what you were doing and the effect it had on the barge. I've always loved tug boats and have watched them working around the city wherever I was at the time. My grandfather and uncle worked for the Penn Railroad in the Hoboken Marine Shop back when tugs and barges were wood and steam powered. My grandfather was a boilermaker, and my uncle was a carpenter repairing wooden tugs and barges. That's back when the car floats shuttled rail freight cars across the Hudson to Manhattan and Brooklyn. I wonder if any of the tugs or barges they worked on are rotting away off Staten Island. Thanks for making this video, and sharing it. I appreciate your efforts.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Ken. Most of those old boats have succumbed to the elements in the Arthur Kills. Cool story. Be safe!