⚓️Frozen 1000-Foot Ship: Most Intense Duluth Departure Ever!

[@chuckg6039]

Beyond cool Mike......pun intended. Sea smoke occurs when very cold air moves over relatively warmer water, causing the moisture from the water to rapidly condense into fog as it reaches the cold air. In this video we had the perfect combination of these factors: 1. Large temp difference between the air and the water 2. Light winds 3. Saturated warm air with very high moisture content What a slow departure. About as slow as you can get and yet still be considered moving. Gave more time to take it all in. Hopefully you are thawed out by now. Even the Boatfriends Snowman decided to stay home!

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much for this information, Chuck. I’m pinning this to the very top of the comment section to help people learn new things.

[@DressyBessie]

@@chuckg6039 Oh, snowman said no to that?! 😄 I thought Mike forgot him!

[@jimbutler3373]

Thank you for explanation of sea smoke. I had never heard that expression before.

[@cherieblizzard9585]

Thank you for explaining the physical properties of “sea smoke”.

[@vibewithmike]

@cherieblizzard9585 it’s all about learning, it wasn’t long ago I didn’t even know all sides of a vessel, well, at least what side is really port or starboard. It’s OK not to know everything and to keep wanting to learn. I learned stuff every day. It’s really great to have so many resources in the common section here that really know what they’re talking about that can help us all learn. Chuck in particular, he has helped me learn many things about ships and the industry.

[@jimjohnston7688]

Mike, can’t nobody say you’re not dedicated to your channel and hobby. Thanks for braving the cold to bring us this important part of industry. Always, always, enjoyable watching.

[@vibewithmike]

Jim, I’m glad that you enjoyed it on a Friday. Can you believe that ship, it looks straight from Hollywood

[@jimjohnston7688]

@@vibewithmikeout of curiosity, is it too cold for them to use the horn?

[@vibewithmike]

@jimjohnston7688 no, ships will still use the horn, but some don’t use it because there could be issues and it could get damaged because it’s so cold. There’s a diaphragm within that could get damaged

[@jimjohnston7688]

@ thanks

[@chuckg6039]

@@vibewithmike And sometimes they don't want to embarrass themselves when the sound emitted would be terribly lame and weak due to extreme cold.

[@ruthgoebel723]

Mike, this has to be your most unique and ethereal video to date. Unbelievable!!! It looked like a giant ghost ship materializing out of the mist and sea smoke. Thanks for braving those frigid temps to capture this top-notch video! Now go get WARM!!!!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

It's hard to imagine something more unique than this one

[@chucke4294]

Hey Mike and All the Global Boat Friend Nation, from a 15 degree Bismarck. Just saw this video, and you know what Mike this is without a doubt in the top 5 videos you have ever done. I mean talk about a veritable plethora of things going on at the same time with the smoke, fog , search lights, wind, city lights, and you can literally feel the cold…… If there was an Oscar for special effects for boat videos, well here is your winner my friend. This ASC Monster sailing on the Big Lake with these kinds of conditions begs the prayers for the safety of the good ship and crew… Yet the boat passes and noise you hear is the wind, talk about mind boggling. The Nation is getting some special videos this year about the power of Mother Nature on the Big Lake in the wintertime. It is a Glory to behold, yet the danger is even more to be respected… I really don’t have words to describe this other than to say this was a masterpiece, and we all thank your efforts to bring it to us!!!!!!!……. Later Man……

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks, that’s really nice of you to say and I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I hope your family is doing great there Chuck.

[@chuckg6039]

As always, what a great comment from you. You really summed up how I and many others feel about this video.

[@carllafrance5510]

Awsome Chuck !

[@earllutz2663]

Thank you Mike for braving the -8 temp and the wind chill.

[@vibewithmike]

I would do it again because of how that ship looked. It was so amazing.

[@KenHartman152]

Oh my Lord.... -31 degrees wind chill. I don't know how you do it Mike. What a fantastic shot of the American Spirit coming out of the darkness through the sea smoke. What a fantastic and chilling scene as the Spirit goes under the lift bridge with ice covered anchors through the sea smoke down the canal and out into the darkness of Lake Superior.... Just Awesome Mike! ⚓⛄⚓

[@vibewithmike]

Ken, I know you’ve watched a lot of these videos, this has to be the most dramatic video that I’ve recorded when it comes to see smoke and just overall conditions. That ship looked like it came straight out of a movie.

[@KenHartman152]

@@vibewithmike Oh yeah, this is definitely one of your top 5 videos Mike, After watching I immediately hit the save button on this one so I can rewatch it during the down time of Great Lakes shipping. 👍

[@vibewithmike]

I agree, I just still can’t get over how cool it was out there Ken

[@mrbreeze5556]

Mike, that was probably one of the most incredible videos you have ever done! You were definitely in the right place at the right time! Great job!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! It was such a special day to be out there. My friend, Mr. breeze, always good seeing you in the comment section. I had a feeling you would like this one. It was crazy out there.

[@davidfoose5899]

The imagery in the video is incredible Mike. I can only imagine how impressive it must have been in person. Thank you so much for this.

[@vibewithmike]

I was blown away by this departure, the sea smoke looked amazing.

[@bigbossman3806]

Mike you are indeed dedicated to your subscribers and the love of ships.

[@vibewithmike]

It was so fun getting out there even though I was cold. I did have very good clothing on to keep me as warm as possible. I think I was so mesmerized that I just forgot about how cold it was.

[@catherinewaltersbrick3159]

Mike, you are such a trouper! As we sit in front of our wood stove, we are shivering in sympathy with you!

[@vibewithmike]

I will stand out in that cold to be able to see a ship that looks like that. It was unbelievable seeing it come through with the canal like that.

[@catherinewaltersbrick3159]

@ I’ll bet it was spectacular in person! It looked fantastic onscreen.

[@leefromoakville3810]

Thanks for sharing, Mike! Incredible video!

[@vibewithmike]

I was so excited to capture this departure!

[@gmaneis]

I want to write "this is your best video ever, Mike" while watching each one you post! This one is no different. Thank you for doing it. What a spectacular scene!🙂

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks for the kind words, I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@MikeHunt-fo3ow]

very cool...ty for risking your flanges for us

[@vibewithmike]

That was the most dramatic and cool video I think I’ve ever recorded.

[@BarbDuke-f7b]

That was amazing! Many, many thanks, Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

You are most welcome! That was one of the most memorable departures I’ve ever recorded.

[@dixieschwab4422]

I happened to be watching the Duluth Harbor Cam live when The American Spirit came through and I saw some ‘crazy guy’ out in the cold and I thought, I bet that’s Mike. Hahaha. It was awesome to watch her in the sea smoke. Thanks for the close up view. Loved your high 5 afterwords.

[@vibewithmike]

That is awesome! That was me, and I will admit I am crazy for being out there. I need to look myself in the mirror, however, I think I would do it again with all those beautiful conditions.

[@dixieschwab4422]

@ it was spectacular

[@paultraynorbsc627]

Absolutely amazing Mike

[@vibewithmike]

It was one of the most amazing videos I’ve ever recorded

[@paultraynorbsc627]

@vibewithmike outstanding Mike thanks for sharing this

[@vibewithmike]

I’m super glad you enjoyed it

[@AtOddsAlways]

Largely by chance, I watched this live Wednesday night and beyond a doubt, this was the most spectacular departure I've seen. It was a once-in-a-lifetime sight and I figured you'd be there to recap it. I saw a guy in a reddish jacket, which I thought might have been you but regardless, what a show it was! Up until May of this last spring, I've been in professional theater and in a hundred years, this could never be replicated on stage! Keep up the great work, Mike, although I'm guessing you'll be closing the season soon. And while it's nice to see ice on the Big Lake again, stay warm and the best to you over the coming holidays.//Joel

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks, Joel! I think it's safe to say, this is going to be tough to top. Joel, I want you to know this was such a beautiful comment. Well written and just so positive. Thank you so much. I’m sure when you were watching that live you were wondering who that crazy guy is down on the pier, now you know who it is!🥶😂

[@deewilliams5150]

It's So Pretty. Thank You

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@tbc27Z]

5:40 -The water looks like it is boiling..... Awesome video.

[@vibewithmike]

I really like your comment. It did look like it was boiling. However, it was quite the opposite. One of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had and I can’t believe I had a camera to record it for you and all of our friends.

[@SRSpoony]

epic video as always. hell from cold snowy switzerland

[@vibewithmike]

I hope everything is great in Switzerland! I don’t think I’ve ever recorded a more dramatic departure in Duluth than this one. The conditions were unbelievable.

[@SRSpoony]

@vibewithmike yeah it seemed really cool. Was this last night or this morning ?

[@debbiemoffat7723]

Your temperature is making me shiver and yet it is fine and sunny.

[@vibewithmike]

This was one of the most amazing videos I’ve ever recorded

[@glenfranzen9933]

Mike, Thank you and God Bless and keep you and all the men sailing the Lakes!

[@vibewithmike]

I hope you have a great Friday night, God bless my friend

[@jeffjohnson5810]

Thanks for braving the cold to show the boat friends this awesome video! Stay safe

[@vibewithmike]

Jeff, I dare Hollywood to try to replicate this video

[@VEXG32]

Man what a cool and eerie sight to see! Thank you for braving the temps for us to see these amazing ships. This is probably one of my favorites. Stay warm and safe man!

[@vibewithmike]

It’s always a good day when we can get those incredible shots. I’m seriously contemplating if this is my favorite video.

[@VEXG32]

@@vibewithmike I’m sure many will agree that this video is probably their favorite on the channel or a close second! You always do amazing shots and I love the history and specs of the ship as it’s coming through.

[@vibewithmike]

What’s interesting is anytime I go down to the canal I never know how things are gonna turn out. This was totally shocking and cool at the same time.

[@VEXG32]

@ it really was! Especially the sea smoke and the lights plus the silhouette of the ship slowly creeping under the bridge. My wife was watching with me and she was even excited. This was the first video she’s ever watched on your channel. She too loves seeing these ships and would often go with me to watch barges on the Delaware River when we were living in Delaware.

[@wildlifewanda7051]

Mike you're awesome for showing us this beautiful ship and freezing out there ❤

[@vibewithmike]

That was one of the most beautiful ship departures I’ve ever recorded!

[@wildlifewanda7051]

@vibewithmike I have to agree with you 💯

[@sawchucksaves1867]

Excellent video, Mike. Thanks for braving the bitter cold to bring us this with nature providing the special effects.

[@vibewithmike]

One of the most amazing conditions I’ve ever seen for a ship

[@greggorjk8100]

Stay frosty my friend

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks,Greg! I hope you’re doing great man

[@JulieGaines-so3zh]

This video was almost like an eerie movie. Thank you Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

Let’s see Hollywood try to beat this video! It was hard to believe as I watched it happen

[@tgland02494]

Thanks for sharing and suffering the bitter cold. The canal will freeze 🥶 up soon at those temperatures

[@vibewithmike]

I will suffer more if I get to record a ship, looking like that in the cold

[@rogerallen6644]

Mike, when you get sea smoke from 30 something degree water, you know it’s cold! Glad you’re out there getting us some Great shots of these incredible ships!

[@vibewithmike]

I'm glad you liked the video, it was definitely a cold day out there!

[@DanEveretts]

Great job Mike, the Sea Smoke Monster was great ! Dan @ Harrisburg SD

[@vibewithmike]

I hope everything is great in South Dakota my friend

[@jacieosborne8283]

Thanks for braving the cold. You are dedicated. Thanks for being there and showing the lakers. You are the best. ❤⚓

[@vibewithmike]

It’s my absolute pleasure Jacie, I’m really happy that you were able to see this on a Friday evening. It’s going to be hard to beat this video in the future. It really had everything going on.

[@90FF1]

This tops any 'ghost ship' movie! Thanks for enduring the brutal weather while I sit in my warm easy chair watching on YT.

[@vibewithmike]

I was out there in the cold, and you were enjoying that warm easy chair. Thanks for the kind words! Yeah, let’s see Hollywood try to replicate this!😂

[@lesdonaldson520]

Over here in Scotland we think -2C is freezing . Those temperatures in Duluth are insane . Thanks for a great video Mike

[@vibewithmike]

I hope everything is great. They’re in Scotland! Happy weekend to you. I was so mesmerized and stunned by how beautiful and wild the conditions were as this shipped departed Ted

[@kcassanello]

What a gorgeous ship! Thank you for braving the cold weather to bring this to life.

[@vibewithmike]

There are a total of 13 ships on the Great Lakes that are at least 1000 feet in length. This is one of them.

[@38lastdance]

Gotta give those guys credit bless you, boys

[@vibewithmike]

One of the most intense and beautiful departures of a ship I ever witnessed

[@wildcolonialman]

Fabulous. The ice drops, a Ghost Ship passing by, fabulously impressive.

[@vibewithmike]

I’m still waiting for the Director to say cut, that’s unbelievable it was

[@Eveliga]

4:27 the ship looks so eerie with all the smoke. Looks like a movie.

[@vibewithmike]

It was like a Hollywood set. The conditions were so unbelievable.

[@MaryLouJessop]

Wow, thank you for bringing this awesome shoot. Think this is one for the books. Will really take something extra spectacular to pass this. Thank you for taking one for we Boat Friends❤

[@vibewithmike]

After I watched the playback of this, it was really hard to believe that really happened

[@MrP4v]

Makes me feel better about leaving Minnesota! Thanks! 🥶

[@vibewithmike]

It’s definitely a tough winter up here.

[@vintagelady1]

Thank YOU for being out there freezing your buns off in order to bring us this amazing video. Hope you hustled inside to warm up as soon as the ship oassed!

[@vibewithmike]

It was pretty cold, but it was worth it for the footage!

[@paultraynorbsc627]

Thanks

[@vibewithmike]

Paul, I don’t think I’ll ever be able to replicate how cool this was

[@broadway3045]

You’ve done it again! Cant believe you went out in that weather!!! Wow! I’m cold just sitting in my house watching this! Thx for sharing. Love these big ships.

[@broadway3045]

I grew up in Marquette Michigan. One of our fav things to do was go the ore docks and watch the ships load and unload. Pretty cool stuff!!!

[@vibewithmike]

It was a pretty wild experience for sure, not something I forget anytime soon. I would do it again in a heartbeat because those conditions are something. I will never forget being able to see the ship look like that.

[@FeatheredLife]

It looks like something out of the haunting. That massive bow coming through the sea smoke. I'll bet you were cold, i know I was just watching it, BRRRRRRRRRRRRR

[@vibewithmike]

I will never forget how that ship looked as it came through the canal. It was unbelievable.

[@dsegull7869]

Seeing a great lake freighter depart into the darkness onto Lake Superior in such mysterious fashion is like the ultimate statement for these ships. Nothing says adventure, mystery, danger, or simply badass more than seeing it like this. The folks on these ships risk life and this video captured just how intense it can get. What happens out there in the darkness, only few know. Cool vid bro stay warm 🤘🇺🇲 💪

[@vibewithmike]

I still believe this was a movie set and I just somehow stumbled onto it

[@stephaniemoore189]

WOW, that was incredible to watch. 1978 you said? I was 16 then, so it really should be retired by now.

[@vibewithmike]

It's amazing how ships like this can continue to work even decades later.

[@pauld2913]

Stunning event. Thanks for taking us with you.

[@vibewithmike]

It's always a joy to share these incredible moments with you.

[@Zan-x3f]

I have never heard the term sea smoke. I always heard it called fog. The sea smoke I remember was from the coal being burnt on the lake freighters. Oh I am telling my age. Thanks Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

I'm glad you found something new in the video and you're right, it’s been a long time since that kind of smoke was coming from the boats. I was not too familiar with that term until recently either, that’s what they call it.

[@janetryan9779]

That was a stunning winter scene! To see this mammoth ship silently glide out of the sea smoke was spectacular. I’m sure you felt that what you saw was more than worth any inconvenience of bundling up for and enduring the frigid cold. Thanks for a great video! I tend to agree with you, that this will be hard to top- but be assured that your viewers will enjoy whatever kinds of videos you post in the future. :)

[@vibewithmike]

The only thing we were missing in this one is the boat friend snowman. Janet, there’s no way I’ll be able to ever replicate how cool that video was to record.

[@janetryan9779]

@ Right, that was probably a once in a lifetime opportunity! (The snowman probably didn’t have warm enough clothing for that adventure, so he stayed in!). :)

[@lisanewman3543]

Reminds me of the ships coming out of the fog in Pirates of the Caribbean.

[@vibewithmike]

It was like a Hollywood movie set Lisa

[@lisanewman3543]

@vibewithmike Thanks for withstanding the below freezing temps to get the great video!

[@vibewithmike]

❄️❄️❄️⛴️⛴️⛴️☃️☃️☃️☃️

[@patrickjensen9824]

What a trip! Fascinating to witness this big ship going out to Lake Superior!

[@vibewithmike]

I’ve never seen the sea smoke swirl around a ship like that before!

[@Unentitled54]

Awesome, it looks ghostly going through the canal. ❤

[@vibewithmike]

I think it is a very cool video and I don’t think I will ever see another departure like that.

[@pattijo318]

Thanks for that awesome video, Mike! Take care of yourself in that extreme weather! Ive lived in California all my life and can't imagine what -31° feels like - even the boat friends' snowman looked cold! ☃️ Hope you're sitting in front of a warm fire tonight. 😊

[@vibewithmike]

I appreciate that, I was glad to be able to shoot those shots.

[@williamralph5442]

Hi Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

This is one of my favorite videos ever

[@JeffHarmond-kz3jr]

THAT WAS WILD! Great video Mike. Appreciate you braving it for us all. Thank you,

[@vibewithmike]

It was a wild ride!

[@lindahoskins1039]

That would make a great photo!

[@vibewithmike]

You might be right! I still can’t believe I recorded this on video. It’s probably my favorite video from a condition standpoint ever with a ship.

[@debc4865]

Very awesome! Thanks for braving the cold to bring this to us.

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks so much, I hope you have a great weekend.

[@nancymoore3456]

Great video love the fog

[@vibewithmike]

I think I’ve never recorded a more dramatic departure in Duluth than this one.

[@LeslieToews-d9e]

Thanks Mike stay warm and safe

[@vibewithmike]

I promise I’ll try, it’s hard with these type of temperatures. I have such a great time out there.

[@billychambliss-oe8fq]

Cold Mike

[@vibewithmike]

This was one of the most amazing situations I’ve ever recorded a ship. The sea smoke was unbelievable.

[@bevpearson8268]

SPECTACULAR!!!!! Congratulations! All of your efforts really paid off. Many thanks!

[@vibewithmike]

Many thanks!

[@Bob-bb3ur]

It did look very cool

[@vibewithmike]

I could not believe how wild everything looked with the spotlights and the sea smoke in the cold

[@Bob-bb3ur]

@@vibewithmike have you seen any drones up your way

[@vibewithmike]

No, I haven’t seen any drones out there

[@Bob-bb3ur]

@vibewithmike maybe it's too cold for drones stay warm

[@DressyBessie]

​@@vibewithmikeThey would probably malfunction in the cold, so the drones should probably stay away.

[@dianes3260]

That's so wild! Awesome video, it doesn't seem real. 🥶 thank you Mike for your dedication to bringing us the best in Great Lakes Shipping videos. 👏🏻

[@vibewithmike]

It’s always a wild ride out on the Great Lakes! I thought it was so unbelievable showing the cold and the sea smoke and everything else, it was just a joy being out there Diane

[@MaryClareVideos]

Geez O Pete Mike. You really are a trooper. Don’t get frostbite! 🥶

[@vibewithmike]

It was so worth being out there to record a ship that looks this cool with ice and all of those condition

[@MaryClareVideos]

@ That’s so great. 😀 🚢🥶

[@vibewithmike]

It was really exciting out there

[@DressyBessie]

​@@vibewithmike Wow. I bet boat friend snowman was disappointed he wasn't out there. You were lucky to get there yourself! Ha!

[@lauracarrow3691]

This video is truly amazing ! Thank you for braving the bitter cold for us.

[@vibewithmike]

I think the ship really helped out with the dramatic effect, it was moving so slow

[@williamralph5442]

Kind of eerie..

[@vibewithmike]

I was thinking about a Hollywood movie when I saw it because of those conditions, you are right

[@DressyBessie]

​@@vibewithmikeI really wasn't thinking eerie at all because the lights were so pretty through the sea smoke! :)

[@Dr_piFrog]

Fantastic, this is going to be Classic Video everyone should see. Reminiscent of Steampunk images.

[@vibewithmike]

I totally agree, for those I want learn more about steampunk, take a look. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steampunk

[@rodlamont3736]

Got to be miserable Mike !!!! Your brave !!!

[@vibewithmike]

It was very cold, but it was so worth being out there to see the ship like this

[@Dancinbear1995]

You're a real trooper Mike! I was looking forward to some horn blasts but everything remained silent which mirrored the atmosphere of the cold dark night filled with sea smoke. Thank you! 🥶

[@vibewithmike]

Just footage it was so worth going out there

[@rickchapman9232]

The water is still warm and the air is frigid.

[@vibewithmike]

That’s exactly right, and all of that sea smoke starts coming up

[@markcarter822]

Thanks Mike. I teally have to give you kudos for braving the cold and wind for this incredible video. I live in the Twin Cites area so I know what cold is and how brutal the wind chill can be. Thank you again and Kudos 👏 to you.

[@vibewithmike]

It's amazing how that ship looked coming out of the smoke with all that ice. Mark, I should’ve had a director’s chair because I felt like I was on a movie set with all of that going on.

[@38lastdance]

Gotta give those guys credit bless you, boys 7:33

[@vibewithmike]

👍⛴️

[@JimH-ey4ov]

Great work Mike! Thanks for this incredible video!

[@vibewithmike]

It was so exciting to capture this departure! How will I ever record a ship that cool again?

[@mikebennett9459]

How much looks like a ghost ship coming out at Sea smoke

[@vibewithmike]

It’s the most frozen ghost ship ever

[@SuzanneCrosby1]

The sea smoke was eerily beautiful. I can’t imagine that kind of cold. We get single digits on occasion and it’s a big deal. Thank you for all you do Mike and our Boat Friend’s Snow Man!

[@vibewithmike]

Suzanne, it was one of the coolest videos I’ve ever recorded. There’s no doubt about it. The conditions were like we were on the movie set.

[@debbiemoffat7723]

Here.

[@vibewithmike]

Hey friend! I’m glad that you were able to see this. It was one of the most amazing departures I’ve ever recorded.

[@NorthshoreLover-gk7zv]

I love seeing the sea smoke! Brrrrrrr. Great ship.

[@vibewithmike]

I was freezing too, but it was worth it to capture something this amazing.

[@rienold1963]

The Laurentien ship I think,I was wrong 😂

[@vibewithmike]

This was the American spirit and the conditions were unbelievable being able to see this

[@BillWesterman-wz4oj]

Absolutely fantastic!!thanks Mike!!

[@vibewithmike]

You bet! That was some incredible weather for a ship departure.

[@sammyvh11]

Could be a normal winter $$ ?

[@vibewithmike]

It’s getting back to a normal winter over the next couple days with the weather

[@BH530711]

The intensity of the ship’s lights and the sea smoke… Otherworldly! 🙌🏻

[@vibewithmike]

It really looked like a spaceship out there

[@robertlee9395]

Wow Mike! That was a beautiful moment you captured. Thank you for freezing for us!

[@vibewithmike]

Robert, how can I replicate this ever again?

[@robertlee9395]

@vibewithmike The conditions have to be right, the ship needs to be on time, you need determination and really good clothing. Don't forget the snowman and the hot chocolate!

[@JH-th9th]

Thank you Mike for braving the cold....the ship is amazing...

[@vibewithmike]

It’s the most intense departure I’ve ever seen and I’ll never forget those amazing conditions.

[@ostbagar3]

With all that smoke from the water one would’nt be surprised of a dragon game flying!! The ship looked like it game from another world! Amazing…! Thank’s for this one Mike😃🥶

[@vibewithmike]

My thoughts exactly! It definitely look like it was from another world. I will never forget it.

[@ostbagar3]

@ 😃👍🥶

[@Bull53]

Thanks Mike stay Warm!

[@kimfrommn7162]

Phenomenal !!!!!!!! Thank You Very Much Mike!!! It took a lot of time /preparation/putting up with the Cold, to give us this Phenomenal Video!! Outstanding!! Thank You!!!! Have a Wonderful Weekend!!!!! 🤗❤️👍🙋🏻‍♀️

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks, I really appreciate that. I hope you have a great weekend too!

[@scottbruce9872]

Way cool. Again a big thanks for going out in the freezing temps to get to video. At night, a 1000 footer and sea smoke. You have outdone yourself.

[@Karen-zh7hx]

Beautiful🎉

[@vibewithmike]

It's the most unbelievable scene I've ever been a part of!

[@edporter9355]

👍👍👍👍👍👍 Hi Mike ! Great job and thanks so much. ----Michigan

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks so much for watching from Michigan!

[@johnmason-smith]

Well, that was amazing, watching this from Florida..

[@vibewithmike]

It was so cold out there that day, but it was worth it!

[@jusam6854]

Wow wow wow Mike, this might be your best work to date. Totally surreal conditions that really enhanced the watching experience, would loved to have been standing there with you. What a beauty of a boat she is. Thanks for braving the brutal conditions to share this with us. And as ever , fair winds and following seas to the Capt. and crew.

[@vibewithmike]

It's hard to imagine a more beautiful and intense way to see a ship depart. I think it’s my favorite video from a Canal condition standpoint

[@jefff6167]

Great video. Thanks for taking the time to create it.

[@vibewithmike]

It was one of the wildest days I've ever spent on the Great Lakes, I was really glad to capture it.

[@Bigtire100]

Very nice, thank you very much.

[@vibewithmike]

I was so excited to record this departure, I hope you enjoyed it!

[@mikehelt30022]

Amazing video! The sea smoke and all the other variables with the environment create a photographers ideal scenario for photos. American Spirit holds a special place in my heart when the captain called out to us and gave us a salute at the Superior Entry. Thanks for the video Mike it was so awesome seeing this ship come through from your viewpoint!

[@vibewithmike]

Hey Mike! How are you doing, brother! Happy Friday night. It’s going to warm up in Duluth on Sunday. There might be a little bit of snow tomorrow there’s going to be a lot of ships going through Duluth tomorrow. The Sykes will be there tomorrow. I wanna thank you for your support with this channel and being such a passionate person with the ships in general. I don’t think I’ll ever forget the cold in this video. I really will never forget the beautiful scenery with that shit. It was so amazing Mike.

[@mikehelt30022]

@ I’m doing great just currently watching some Duluth Harbor Cams, listening to the scanner and chatting! It’s going to warm up down here in Southern Wisconsin but it was no where near as cold as up there!

[@vibewithmike]

Even though this weather is wild, I think you’ll agree, you and I look forward to watching ships and these conditions. That’s what makes it so fun.

[@mikehelt30022]

@@vibewithmike yes you are right I would stand out in the cold just to see these ships and still feel completely at peace!

[@vibewithmike]

It was awesome brother

[@shanag.2852]

That was so beautiful, almost ethereal. Thank you 😍🥰

[@vibewithmike]

It was like from another planet

[@shanag.2852]

@ also, when the ship was passing by and a light shined on the water. It made it look like the water was boiling. So kool. You sir are a tough dude to be out in this absolutely freezing weather to film for all of us to see. I hope once your home you get nice and toasty. 😊

[@andreamicheleo]

Wow!! Thank you for this amazing video. The ship in the sea smoke made for a hauntingly beautiful departure.

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad you enjoyed it, the sea smoke added so much to this one! Andrea, I appreciate you taking time out of your Saturday to watch the video and to drop a positive comment. Please come back, it would be great to see you back chatting. All the best to you, my friend.

[@tomabdouch2754]

Thank you Mike for all you do! Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

[@vibewithmike]

Merry Christmas to you too, hope you enjoy the holidays!

[@SKZak-e8y]

Great video Mike! Thanks for braving the weather!

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@markiewodi3371]

Wow! Thanks for getting out there!!! Awesome!!

[@vibewithmike]

It was so interesting to see a ship look like this. All of that sea smoke was coming up and it looked really beautiful.

[@67wildwolf]

a ghostship coming out of the smoke only to disappear back into the smoke as it heads out onto the lake. That's what I thought Mike when I watched this. I think you'll have a hard time topping this one my friend. Thank you for being out in this to catch this fantastic footage. Hope your staying warm.

[@vibewithmike]

It was a frozen ghost ship, I can’t believe it, I love it. I will always remember this video. I hope you have a great Friday night.