⚓️Ship Smashes Ice Near Fearless Fishermen (Duluth)

[@MrAndrewjsuggitt]

Fun fact about the Coast Guard ships, the hull color relates to its function. Ice breakers have red hulls for visibility in winter. Black hulls are navigation and general waterway maintenance (like the Spar) and white hulls are patrol and law enforcement. The OG Mackinaw ice breaker was decommissioned in 2006 and is a museum in Mackinaw City. It was built during WW2 to keep the Great Lakes fleet moving all year to support the war effort. Now that I think about it, there's probably a few pictures out there of the original Mackinaw and the Lee A Tregurtha sailing together, two WW2 Veteran ships together. Crazy!

[@vibewithmike]

Now this is the type of information people come to the comment section to find. I had no idea about this. It makes total sense though. That is so awesome! Red! Icebreaking! Mr. Andrew! We super appreciate you taking the time to write this and I know so many people are gonna learn from it. Look at this great information. 10 out of 10 comment! They say we learn something new every day, I think I just learned five new things right here! 😂😂😂😂⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@KenHartman152]

Thank you, Mr. Andrew, for the very informative information about the Cutter Mackinaw and Cutters in general!

[@johanvandersandt8904]

That is super interesting! Thank you for sharing!

[@michellepagel4566]

Thanks for this information. So cool. I believe that kind of info ties us emotionally to the ships/boats.

[@chuckg6039]

It's neat that the original Mackinaw sometimes had a white hull and sometimes a red hull. Went red in 1998. All of the Coast Guard's other full-sized icebreakers had already been repainted from white to red in 1972 and 1973.

[@wildkingdom2012]

Thunder Bay resident here. When I was a kid, my Grandpa brought me and my brother down to the elevator docks to see the Alexander Henry. One of the most iconic ice-breakers there was. This vid is stirring up memories. Thanks.

[@vibewithmike]

Absolutely incredible! I have never heard of this vessel. I want everybody to take a look at this. Look at how cool this is. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CCGS_Alexander_Henry

[@chuckg6039]

​@@vibewithmikeWow. I had no idea about this. Someday I will venture up to Thunder Bay and go on the tour.

[@KenHartman152]

@@vibewithmike Thanks for the info on the Alexander Mike

[@karengunia5451]

Dear Mike...I love how thorough your descriptions are in your video. Thanks !

[@vibewithmike]

I'm glad you like how I explain the details! I put time into writing. I actually love writing. It’s something that has always been a passion of mine. When I really take the time I try to make the words feel like a story you can touch.

[@leefromoakville3810]

Thanks Mike. Much respect to the USCG.

[@vibewithmike]

Absolutely, Lee, you are so right, huge respect to our friends at the Coast Guard

[@PaulaH-fr8rfreak]

Salute to our USCG!! Stay safe

[@vibewithmike]

Absolutely! Big shout out to the Coast Guard and all of those men and women that put the uniform on. Huge shout out and big respect.

[@PaulaH-fr8rfreak]

@vibewithmike Absolutely! 🫡🇺🇸

[@vibewithmike]

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[@miapdx503]

I was going to say absolutely...😂 But seriously, they're the best in the world. They have saved countless lives. God bless them, and keep them safe. 🌹⚓

[@psalmer5690]

My son is on the Mackinaw. Thanks Duluth for treating him and his fellow coasties with respect and appreciation. It means a lot to them I assure you.

[@vibewithmike]

That is so cool to hear that your son is on the Mackinaw! Do me a big favor, can you send him this video to show the crew. They did a great job. We have nothing but respect for your son and that crew. I want them to see this video. They did a great job. I think they’ll get a little bit of entertainment out of it.

[@vibewithmike]

I also have a very incredible video coming soon of the crew members from this vessel, stopping the ship while breaking ice to recover a fishing tent that was in the middle of the navigational shipping channel

[@vibewithmike]

This is a video I really want you to see kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJLIZ2CEmJmrZ6ssi=kUG_wNc2suAsSIAP

[@psalmer5690]

@@vibewithmikeHe sent it to me!

[@psalmer5690]

@@vibewithmikeCan't wait to see that! His name is Bennett Walker. He's a nonrate, having just graduated from basic training back in July. This is his first assignment.

[@chuckg6039]

This was a very well produced fun video. Such a remarkable ship indeed. In early December, she delivered a 1,000 Christmas trees to Chicago. The "Christmas Ship" has delivered 30,000 trees over the years. Happy New Year to all the Boat Friends.

[@vibewithmike]

Happy New Year to you as well! I hope your 2025 is full of joy and happiness. Chuck, can you believe that guy in that eye shelter. The one I zoomed in on when the ship went by was about 100 feet or so away. I got there a few seconds late, but that ship went right next to it.

[@chuckg6039]

@@vibewithmike I'd be afraid of cracking ice around my hut as a result of the passing icebreaker!

[@vibewithmike]

I’ll go to the store to get fish at that point

[@nancylindsay4255]

@@vibewithmike And a dry pair of pants.

[@KenHartman152]

Have a Happy & Healthy New Year @chuckg,

[@Therock1957]

Thank ya boatfriend! Follower and spent 20 years active duty U.S. Coast Guard. God Bless bro!

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you for your service! It means a lot to me and many others. It’s people like you that served our country that allows me to make videos like this, and others to do what they want too. Thank you!🙏🇺🇸

[@miapdx503]

Salute! 🌹⚓

[@seagirl1100]

Yes, thanks for your service

[@vibewithmike]

We have new details about the ice shanty and what happened. ABC news in Duluth did a story about this KZbin video! Watch the video within the news article. www.wdio.com/front-page/top-stories/u-s-coast-guard-cutter-mackinaw-makes-an-unusual-stop-to-remove-an-ice-shanty/

[@seagirl1100]

@ thanks you report this so well. Can’t wait to see your time on the USCG ship

[@Kathleen-hd4ee]

Big smile on this face, Mike. Thank you!

[@vibewithmike]

That icebreaker is so impressive. I love watching it break through the ice! I hope you’re doing great Kathleen

[@SkeeterA]

Oh, thank you!! So glad you did this. Always trying to figure out the Superior side. Now I finally understand. Loved the ship. It really stands out. ❤

[@vibewithmike]

You're very welcome! I’ll do a few more videos to help you see that side a little more. I always try incorporate maps into my video so people really have a better idea of what they’re looking at. Skeeter, happy new year to you and your family. It’s 2025 my friend.

[@SkeeterA]

@@vibewithmike Happy New Year to you also!!!

[@vibewithmike]

🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@vibewithmike]

The USCGC Mackinaw (WLBB-30) is both a cutter and a buoy tender, making it a versatile and vital asset for the United States Coast Guard on the Great Lakes. As a cutter, it is a commissioned vessel over 65 feet in length, capable of performing a wide range of missions, including icebreaking, law enforcement, search and rescue, and environmental response. At the same time, it is specifically equipped to serve as a buoy tender, maintaining and servicing navigational aids such as buoys that are critical for safe maritime operations. Designed with advanced features, the Mackinaw excels in both roles. Its heavy icebreaking capabilities ensure that shipping lanes on the Great Lakes remain open during the harsh winter months, allowing essential goods to continue flowing. During non-icebreaking seasons, its specialized cranes and equipment enable the crew to place, retrieve, and service buoys with precision. This dual-purpose design makes the Mackinaw a cornerstone of maritime safety and efficiency on the Great Lakes, seamlessly fulfilling its critical missions year-round.

[@DressyBessie]

So cool!

[@vibewithmike]

That’s a great ship

[@NorthshoreLover-gk7zv]

That’s fun to see the superior entry. That’s for doing this ship video.

[@vibewithmike]

Boat friends, I couldn’t believe it, I was just a few seconds late from catching the ship as it passed only about 100 feet away from the ice shelter I zoomed in on at 7:28. you can actually see the path that the ship cut right by that shelter. Can you imagine being out there fishing inside that? The rumble of that massive ship must have been unreal, and I’m honestly amazed the ice didn’t completely break apart. The whole area had to be shaking, and those fishermen must have felt it all. It was such a wild moment and one I’ll never forget. Now here’s the real question for you, would you ever fish that close to a ship like that? I don’t know if I could do it, but it’s definitely something to talk about. What do you think?

[@diannaremer8729]

@@vibewithmike I'm also surprised there weren't any repercussions from that ship going by. Probably stirred up some fish though!!!

[@carlcrosier5314]

Hello mike it's 38 degrees here in Missouri

[@Spike-sk7ql]

I couldnt imagine what that felt like out on that ice. I could almost certainly tell you it would be a puckering moment for me. I havent ice fished in years, but i would prefer the small lakes that wouldnt have any traffic on. Ill bet its no big deal to locals, but ive only been out on the ice of Lake Erie once, and i didnt see any ships. It was also in February though, so that might have something to do with it.

[@vibewithmike]

I guarantee there were no fish biting

[@vibewithmike]

@Spike-sk7ql it definitely had to be wild

[@AmyDougherty-nb2ud]

Thank you, Mike, for another great video. I've never seen a Coast Guard cutter. What a great service. Can't imagine those ice houses that close!

[@vibewithmike]

Amy, I don’t think you could ever get me out on that ice when I see a ship coming towards me. I don’t care how big the fish is that I could catch.

[@edporter9355]

👍👍👍👍👍👍 That ship is outfitted to do WORK !! Thank you Mike !!---Michigan

[@vibewithmike]

It really is built to handle the ice. Those people in those eyes shelters, that’s crazy.

[@RobertLee-um3mr]

@Vibe with Mike, this is the most Pure as Michigan ad one can video with a winter ☃️ vibe! I love 💘 it! Thank you for braving the cold!

[@vibewithmike]

It’s good to hear you enjoyed the video! 🌨️❄️🥶

[@debc4865]

Cool ship! Great video! Thanks Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

You're welcome! I love watching those ships in action.

[@dianebeier8379]

Thank you for this VERY SPECIAL video! U.P.of Michigan here!!😊😊😊😊😊

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad you liked it! I hope you get to see some cool ships up there, too!

[@lakemi4665]

Mike, the first time i saw this vessel go buy my place was 2008, i was just as excited as you were, thanks for sharing

[@vibewithmike]

It was very exciting to see you for the first time. Did you see this video from yesterday? kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJLIZ2CEmJmrZ6ssi=cF_TSQgadDrDChAR

[@debraely1267]

Great video Mike Mackinaw is a beautiful Coast Guard Cutter!!

[@vibewithmike]

That Coast Guard ship is so awesome

[@juniorvanderwoude2645]

Happy New Year Mike, you’re doing a great job keep it up.

[@vibewithmike]

Hey friend! Happy 2025. I hope everything is going great. Thank you for watching this awesome ship breaking ice next to those people.

[@DressyBessie]

​@@vibewithmike Would be a great Chevy Chase Christmas vacation movie or Grumpy Old Men movie. Set up shop on a nice icy spot, and just when they are settled in, an ice cutter goes by! 😄 Do you suppose they weren't from the area? I would not do that, and for sure not until shipping season is done. Haha. It would be fun to hear their story!

[@vibewithmike]

I just watched Christmas vacation, I love that

[@JeffHarmond-kz3jr]

Great video! Very cool seeing this ship strolling right through the ice. I bet those out on the water fishing got a little wake quake from that ship passing by them like that. Really enjoyed this. Thanks for sharing it with us Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

You are right, it was very cool to see! I just have to record this from the shore. I will leave the fishing to them.

[@49lucky]

Thank you Coast Guard never saw one up close amazing.

[@vibewithmike]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! I've never seen one up close either.

[@libby5335]

Beautiful! Great catch! Thanks for being there and sharing with us!

[@vibewithmike]

I love watching it break through the ice! It’s really wild to see the ice break right near those fishermen.

[@shawntoombs4077]

HI Mike..I saw this awesome ship..when I was in St Lawrence Seaway area..love it

[@vibewithmike]

That’s awesome! I’d love to see it in action I’m the same Lawrence. Shawn! Happy new year, my friend.

[@shawntoombs4077]

@vibewithmike Happy New Year's to you and our Boat Friends family

[@vibewithmike]

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[@jerryodell1168]

That ship and crew can do wonders. It is amazing to watch. We on the ships I sailed, could only move about about in inland waters with tugs because we were deep blue water ships which were only great way out to sea. This ship can do a 360 near a pier and do it safely. Just amazing!

[@vibewithmike]

I was really surprised when I did that research and found out it can do that 360° turn. That’s wild. It has a specific propulsion unit.

[@tuunaes]

@@vibewithmike Search for icebreaker Polaris or oblique icebreaker Baltika ice trials videos... Lots of Mackinaw's design is from Finland. Same for hull design of Healy. Must have been lots of payolas involved in selection for Coast Guard's icebreaker project started by Trump and which has so far produced nothing but budget overruns and delays. Pretty likely money spent so far would have already gotten icebreaker or two in Finland.

[@tmayer0009]

Hello 👋 @Vibe with Mike! Great seeing you last night on the Soo cam with all the ships and ringing in the New Year with us for the Anchor drop! Thanks for capturing this. Regards Your friend Pari Ann🎉

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks, Pari Ann! That was a great New Year's Eve! I’ll be back in the chat over there on the camp later today. It was really fun chatting with you and finally catching up with you.

[@nancymoore3456]

Cool video

[@vibewithmike]

@ I’m glad you enjoyed it Nancy! It was really fun to record it

[@dennisrockeysr4167]

Thanks Mike. Very interesting.

[@vibewithmike]

You're welcome! It's amazing how those ships cut through the ice.

[@kellybaker6353]

Great looking ship! I've never gotten to see them break ice here on Lake Erie, so this was really cool to watch! Happy New Year to you and your family, Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! It was wild, seeing that ice shelter and people fishing by the ice breaking ship. This ship could go through way thicker ice.

[@SuperPZL]

Happy New Year Mika and all of the Boat Friends!

[@vibewithmike]

I hope you have a wonderful evening and happy new year to you as well. Can you believe it 2025?

[@miapdx503]

It's Thursday morning. The coffee is hot, the weather is cold, and it's time to vibe! Thank you for your dedication, for the work you put in to bring us excellent, quality videos. 🌹⚓

[@vibewithmike]

Have a wonderful day, enjoy the coffee!

[@mikehelt30022]

Very cool looking vessel. I saw pictures of the first Mackinaw and that vessel was an absolute beast! I couldn’t imagine being out on the ice fishing with a ship breaking ice a few feet away from me!

[@vibewithmike]

It was a beautiful day, but I’m not sure the fishermen were as thrilled as I was. Not sure the fish would be biting with all of that noise.

[@pechblendae]

Great ship with great design and characteristics. Coast guard ships are among my favourite ones. Amazing video as usual Mike. Lovely to see how people still enjoying the Great Lakes despite the cold and the ice. Have a great year everyone!

[@vibewithmike]

My friend in Italy, thank you so much for checking this out. It was extremely interesting. Looking over at people ice fishing as a ship was breaking ice right next to them. I wish you a fantastic Thursday. All the best to you. 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@colleenbutler120]

Such a beauty, so thank you, Mike, for sharing. So glad I found your channel, you never disappoint!

[@vibewithmike]

You are very welcome, I am happy you enjoyed it. I want to wish you a happy new year Colleen, all the best to you and your family.👋👋👋👋👋👋👍👍👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@CarterLovesShips]

Nice video Mike!! Thanks For the Shoutout on the stream last night!!

[@vibewithmike]

No problem 👍 I know that you love the ships. I really appreciate you watching the videos and being part of what we do. All the best to you, my friend. I really appreciate your enthusiasm and loving these ships as well.

[@KarenWilhelm-w5z]

Beautiful cutter! Crazy ice fishermen!!! Lol. Thank you for sharing from Ohio, Lake Erie. No ice for us yet....

[@vibewithmike]

Karen, I’m guessing you will receive ice at some point. It’s actually going to cool down in Duluth again. We’ve been going up and down warm and cold. Right now there’s grass on the ground.

[@colinwykes1833]

Great video Mike, many thanks for sharing your video :) :) :)

[@vibewithmike]

Glad you enjoyed it! It was wild, seeing that ice shelter and people fishing by the ice breaking ship

[@KenHartman152]

Wow... what an absolute gorgeous CG Cutter! Man the Harbor is really frozen over in some sections. She has a commanding look to her. Nice by the Captain to give the salute. Welcome to the "Mackinaw" to Duluth Harbor! She goes through that ice like its nothing. Thanks Mike that was really interesting! ⚓🚢⚓

[@vibewithmike]

I was glad I was there to see it happen. It was pretty wild! Ken, I will stay on shore to record ships like this. You will not see me with a fishing pole with the ice rumbling below me.

[@KenHartman152]

@@vibewithmike LOL... I don't blame you. If I was those guys fishing and saw that Cutter breaking ice and heading towards me, I would be heading towards the shore as fast as my legs could go...LOL!

[@vibewithmike]

That one ice shelter that I zoomed in on. I’ll bet you that was 150 feet away from where the ship cut through that ice. I came up on the ship about a minute too late to catch it. But you could see the tracks.

[@wyomingadventures]

Wow, that's amazing capture Mike! Beautiful Coast Guard ship. I definitely wouldn't be ice fishing next to the ship coming through. I would be scared the ice would go. Thank you for sharing this. So cool. ⚓️

[@vibewithmike]

It's crazy to think those guys were fishing right next to that ship! You know those people in that eye shelter that were very close felt the rumble on that ice

[@maryreed5820]

29 degrees in Grand Rapids Mi with snow. I was born and raised in Grand Haven MI , Coast Guard City USA. The Mackinaw used to visit every year for Coast Guard Festival in August .

[@vibewithmike]

Mary, that sounds so awesome. This is the first time I have witnessed this vessel and I absolutely love it.

[@maryreed5820]

@ I seem to recall that at one time the ship or it’s predecessor was all white .

[@vibewithmike]

I’m going to have to look into that. That’s very interesting to hear.

[@MichaelHolloway]

A great winter adventure! :) Thanks!

[@freddypflugbeil6]

Good show Thanks Mike

[@vibewithmike]

I hope you’re doing great on Wednesday! 2025. Can you believe it?

[@cindydemarais845]

Mike what a super video that was. I've never seen an icebreaker that close up.

[@vibewithmike]

It was really cool seeing that thing go by. A beautiful ship and especially the first time I get to see it. It’s breaking ice, even though it wasn’t that thick, it was still ice out there.

[@Jann-u2b]

That's a spectacular looking ship. Thank you Coast Guard... God Bless America! ❤🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@vibewithmike]

I couldn’t agree more about the Coast Guard!

[@mrbreeze5556]

Happy New Year Mike! As much as I like seeing the ships, the narration of your videos is outstanding. No hype, no nonsense, just the facts stated in your calm, cool, and collected voice. Wishing you a prosperous and healthy 2025 from the soon to be frozen tundra of Kansas!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks, my friend! Let's hope for many more ship encounters this year! Such a positive comment like usual from you. Thank you so much.

[@ruthgoebel723]

Wow!! Go COAST GUARD!!!! That is one wild video. Never saw an ice breaker in action. My brother is a Coast Guard veteran.

[@vibewithmike]

It was really cool to see, wasn’t it? The Coast Guard does great work out there! Ruth, you are so right! Big respect to all of the Coast Guard members. They are so heroic. We love them.

[@NoVista14]

A really nice ship of the coast guard. It looks like a semi ice breaker. Thank you for that video.

[@vibewithmike]

I know! It was pretty neat to see that thing going to work. That ship can definitely break a lot thicker ice, but it was cool seeing and doing something.

[@SKZak-e8y]

Great Video Mike! Those of us around the Great Lakes owe so much to the USCG!

[@vibewithmike]

I agree! They do such amazing work. I have so much respect for the Coast Guard. They are the best.

[@linmandernach6591]

Thanks!

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much for your generous five dollar donation. It truly means a lot and helps keep this channel going. It was incredible to capture the Coast Guard ship breaking through the ice, and I am so glad you enjoyed it. As much as I love watching these moments, I am definitely a little too nervous to try fishing out there next to it. Your support and encouragement mean the world to me, and it is people like you who make this community so special. Wishing you a very happy new year and an amazing start to 2025. I hope it is filled with joy, good health, and plenty of exciting adventures. Thank you again for being such a wonderful Boat Friend and for being part of this growing community. Your kindness and generosity do not go unnoticed!

[@buckarookirb]

Thanks Mike !

[@scottburk4083]

Love to see our military at work. Love my Coast Guard Brothers and Sisters! If I had it to do over I would join the Coast Guard instead of the Navy. Happy New Year Mike,take care and God Bless ya Brother!!!🙏❤😊

[@vibewithmike]

All of our branches of the military, nothing but respect! I’m so proud of all of them. The Coast Guard is always there if someone needs help. They are in particular extra amazing. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@karengausman1459]

Hey Mike! Happy New Year!! What a great looking vessel. I love seeing the Coast Guard vessels. Very happy you are at the Superior entry. Nice to see a change of scenery. WOW!! Love the salute as well. I didn't expect that. Very cool to see her breaking ice. She is a very good looking ship!! I can't believe that the fishermenI didn't stick their heads out to see what was going on. Too interested in their fishing. I can't believe that the ice didn't crack by their houses but, maybe it did. This was awesome Mike!! Thank you for recording it. I hope you are have a good new years day. I will catch you later. 🙋⛴

[@vibewithmike]

Hello Karen! I hope you are doing great. The weather in the Twin Cities over the next week looks like it is going to stay cold, with highs mostly in the teens and lows dipping into the single digits. There will be some sunshine here and there, but bundle up because winter is in full swing. I want people to know about the food in West St. Paul. If you are looking for some excellent dining options in West Saint Paul, there are a few spots worth checking out. Beirut Restaurant is a family owned gem serving authentic Lebanese dishes like baba ghanoush and flavorful kebabs. For a cozy gastropub experience, FoodSmith Bistro Pub offers fresh, delicious options like chicken schnitzel and steak frites. Another great spot is The Fireside Lounge Bar and Restaurant, known for its comfort food classics like the Monte Cristo sandwich and Northwoods Mac and Cheese. West Saint Paul has some wonderful places to explore, and these restaurants are a great start. Stay warm and have an amazing week ahead!

[@karengausman1459]

@@vibewithmike Mike, I plan on working from home for a few days until it warms up. I have heard only good things about the Fireside Lounge and Restaurant. I am hoping to get over there sometime soon. I have not been to the Beirut Restaurant but I have heard that it is very good as well. Have a good evening.

[@vibewithmike]

@ let us know if you try any of those. So we know if it’s worth it

[@karengausman1459]

@@vibewithmike I will definately let you know what I think of the food and service.

[@vibewithmike]

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[@maryannpost8146]

Happy New Year, everyone! Take care of each other. Stay safe. Stay warm

[@vibewithmike]

Happy New Year to you too! Stay safe and warm my friend.

[@matthewmillar3804]

So cool to see these ships! Greetings from the land-locked Canadian prairies!

[@vibewithmike]

Hello my friend in Canada! Thank you for checking in. I hope you have a wonderful day tomorrow and happy new year.🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@oldcrow6990]

What fun! It's a funny scene with a ship and fishing shacks, but that's why we love it. ❤️

[@vibewithmike]

It is pretty wild to see the ship come in so close. Luckily, no one was caught out on the ice too close!

[@Bob-bb3ur]

We always enjoy your videos

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much, Bob! I’m glad that you’re part of the Boat friends community and we always have fun

[@Bob-bb3ur]

@vibewithmike thank you for braving the cold weather stay warm and safe

[@vibewithmike]

I had a blast out there! It was so cool seeing that ship for the first time

[@JH-th9th]

Thank you Mike !!! Beautiful USCG ship...I have seen smaller in St Andrew Fl....this is a beauty !!!

[@vibewithmike]

You are welcome! I love those red and white ships! That's the best color scheme!

[@critterscute3642]

I wouldn’t trust that ice for ice fishing. The area doesn’t look near as thick and frozen as it should be. Course I am no expert so… The overcast day was the perfect backdrop for this Coast Guard beauty. Really stunning ship. And best wishes to all for a healthy, happy and prosperous 2025! Thanks, Mike, for catching this. ⚓️🚢🥂

[@vibewithmike]

It was pretty wild to see, but I guess you have to be a bit fearless to get those big fish!

[@kathybottrell7159]

Thanks for this video. I have never seen an icebreaking ship in action.

[@vibewithmike]

You’re welcome! It’s definitely a sight to see.

[@johnm.lashmit8855]

Enjoy your videos, and I'm not putting this one down, but being able to break 32" of ice is nothing compared to the old Mackinaw. I read an article years ago that it could break 10' of ice. I also talked to a guy who sailed on it, and he said back when we had real winters, there were times they were breaking 15' of ice. Though the new Mackinaw is a nice-looking boat, it doesn't come anywhere close to being able to do what the old one could do. To all that like taking tours on old boats, if you get a chance, go to Mackinaw and take a tour on the old Mackinaw. It is well worth it. That thing is a monster of a boat.

[@vibewithmike]

I love every ship. I really do! The new version has a lot of new technological advancements. So they are cool and a different way for both of them. A guy that grew up in Minneapolis, like myself, I’m owe all when I see any ship.

[@technomomwi]

Very interesting video. Live t his ship! Thanks Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

Glad you liked it! I thought it was so crazy seeing people that close to a ship

[@67wildwolf]

That ship is impressive Mike! Hope those people that were ice fishing have clean under wear. Thanks for a great New Years day video. Hope all the boat friends have a Happy and Healthy New Year in 2025.

[@vibewithmike]

That ship is pretty cool, and I hope those fishermen had a good New Years! Happy New Year!

[@linmandernach6591]

Cool! Great to see the Coast Guard ship.

[@vibewithmike]

I think that ship is pretty awesome too!

[@ruthvanderhill2946]

I live in Cheboygan and driving through town I noticed she wasn't home. The retired Mackinaw is docked in Mackinaw City if you ever want to take a tour

[@vibewithmike]

It’s definitely a city that I have to check out. I did some research after I found out about it. It looks good.

[@PaulaH-fr8rfreak]

@@vibewithmike I travel to Mackinaw every year with family. Fall is the best time to go! And the majestic Mackinaw is there for all to see!

[@vibewithmike]

I have to get there at some point

[@jasonbarrette6788]

Mackinaw city is rich in history but has been covered up with several cheap T-shirt shops/gift shops and fudge.

[@vibewithmike]

mackinawcity.com/things-to-do/

[@ricdale7813]

These purpose built Work horses are really an Engineering marvel. The Superstructure/Wheel house is actually quite large in perspective with her hull size. The high visibility bridge and thundering Engines are a true treat to behold.

[@chuckg6039]

Great comment. Notice one of the radars in the more aft section. Kind of a different mounting location.

[@vibewithmike]

You’re absolutely right about the engineering marvels that these ships are.

[@vibewithmike]

Good eye, Chuck

[@CarBoH42]

What a great video Mike! Great to see the Superior entry and love seeing the CG ship, so cool. Thank you! Happy New Year, the best to you in 2025!

[@vibewithmike]

You’re very welcome my friend. I’m glad you enjoyed it. It was actually refreshing to go to a different place to record and I’m sure it’s the same for everybody that watches my videos. It’s nice to see something different in a different place. Unfortunately, or I guess fortunately, I am not able to have my boat out there right now. So we have to hang by the pier a lot. This provided some fresh new views.

[@CarBoH42]

@@vibewithmike we get it! Best to keep your boat safe until spring. It’s so fun that you give us this “winter stuff”! It’s so wonderful.

[@vibewithmike]

It’s definitely something different. It’s getting colder in Duluth as well. Possible single digits coming.

[@CarBoH42]

@@vibewithmike Here in NC mountains too, we’re bracing for a week of sub zero. Got the wood stacked for the stove.

[@vibewithmike]

🪵

[@geoffreywallace9432]

Great looking ship. Her predecessor (USCGC Mackinaw (WAGB-83) sailed on the Great Lakes for 62 years. She's now a museum ship.

[@vibewithmike]

Geoffrey! Hey friend! I want everybody to take a look at the beautiful ship that our friend is talking about. There’s so much history. And you absolutely can tour it. I hope I can tour it someday. Here’s that ship our friend is talking about. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USCGC_Mackinaw_(WAGB-83)

[@wendyphillips5002]

Growing up in northeaster wisconsin i remember stories of people driving cars and trucks onto the huge ice sheets on Green Bay and local lakes way too early. There were always some people seeing their vehicles break through the thinner ice too early for the season. One day in January just northeast of the city of Green Bay it was well below zero F with full sun. We walked out maybe nearly 4 miles out to the first light house just maybe 12 or so miles north of the Fox river into Green Bay. It had been a colder winter maybe mid January and the ice may have been over 12 to 18 inches thick. It was wonderful to see the huge sheets of ice. The huge suprise was it was not flat. There were huge pressure ridges between the huge ice sheets pushing the ice maybe 5 feet above the flat surface. We finally got to the light house maybe in 50 feet of less of water. It was a solid sheet of ice until it got to a circle surrounding the light house foundation meeting the water. There was a clear circular area all the way around the light house about 12 inches wide. We stayed away from the water by more than 2 feet. There was a ladder and we climbed up onto the concrete base maybe 10 feet above the water. It may have been dangerous going out onto the ice. But, we all remember that very cold, fully sunny day hiking out to the middle of Green Bay on the ice.

[@vibewithmike]

You bring up a good point about people driving their vehicles onto ice. I hope nobody ever needs to use this, but here are some tips that might save your life. If your vehicle falls through the ice, staying calm is critical to survival. Time is of the essence, as most vehicles will remain afloat for only a short time. Immediately roll down your windows to allow water to enter slowly and equalize pressure. If you can, unbuckle your seatbelt and help others do the same. Avoid opening the doors, as this will allow water to rush in more quickly, sinking the vehicle faster. Climb out through the window as soon as possible. If you cannot get the windows down in time, wait until the vehicle is almost full of water, then open the door and swim out. Once you are out of the vehicle, remain calm and orient yourself toward the direction you came from, as the ice there was strong enough to support your weight initially. Spread your arms wide and kick your legs to pull yourself onto the ice, avoiding sharp movements that might break it further. Once on the ice, roll or crawl to distribute your weight until you reach solid ground. Wet clothing increases your risk of hypothermia, so get out of the water and seek shelter immediately. Always carry a safety kit with ice picks, a rope, and a waterproof phone case when traveling on frozen lakes or rivers to improve your chances of rescue.

[@MikeHunt-fo3ow]

happy new year captain mike and boat friends

[@vibewithmike]

Mike! Happy new year! 2025. We’re starting it out with watching an icebreaking ship. It was a real pleasure recording this one yesterday.

[@helenh8688]

WOW! Another great video, Mike👍🏻. Do you happen to know how thick the ice is at this point? You're much too nice saying you like to capture "unique" things like this in the winter. I've lived in Minnesota my whole life and looking at those people fishing, I would have to offer "crazy" vs "unique". They had to have both felt it and heard it. I hope they are still safe.🤞🏻 Again, WOW!

[@vibewithmike]

The ice is a few inches in a few spots, that’s the problem, you just never know, I would not be out there fishing right now. Maybe it’s just me being nervous.

[@helenh8688]

@@vibewithmike No - it's you being SMART

[@madjack7979]

Nice Mike, Cheboygan is only about 2 1/2 hours north of me. Thank you

[@vibewithmike]

I’d love to visit there someday. It sounds like a great place after the research I’ve done.

[@laurabartoletti6412]

🎆☮️ Peace & Love to All as we begin the New Year 💙🎇 Hello Mike & boat friends 🖖

[@vibewithmike]

Laura, happy Wednesday and a very happy new year to you, my friend. I hope you’re doing great. Thank you so much for the positivity.

[@DressyBessie]

Thanks Laura! 🕊❤🎉Happy New Year!

[@ChristyWerpy-sl5oq]

Thanks Mike for including an info link to this vessel. Good looking stout ship.

[@vibewithmike]

You’re welcome, I thought it was good information to include. It’s a beautiful ship and I really hope I get to see it again Christy.

[@diannaremer8729]

So cool !!

[@vibewithmike]

That was wild to see that ice shelter so close

[@steveb6103]

We're having a great season with the iceboats . Good ice and no snow in the Twin Cities.

[@vibewithmike]

It’s kind of odd for it to be January and we looked out and see Grass on the ground everywhere.

[@middleagedman4373]

Great video, keep up the good job and thanks for all of your efforts😊

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much for your kind words, it means a lot!

[@Boosted_C8]

I love seeing this boat! I’ve been up pretty close and personal with it in the past. Super cool vessel.

[@vibewithmike]

It is super cool, isn't it? That ship is truly a force of nature.

[@Boosted_C8]

@@vibewithmikeice breakers are probably the coolest out there for me. Those nuclear powered ones in the arctic are monsters!

[@ostbagar3]

A reel beauty and she’s doing a great work! Thank’s for this very interesting video😃👍🚢!

[@vibewithmike]

Glad you enjoyed it! It was also fun being in a different location to show you something new. It’s a nice change of pace and a different type of ship. I don’t know if I could be out there ice fishing though.

[@ostbagar3]

@ thoose fishermen is very brave but i would’nt do it either🫣

[@keithmacdonald5848]

What a treat for 1st day of 2025, thanks Mike 😅

[@vibewithmike]

You’re welcome, my friend! Let's hope for many more ship encounters this year! However, I can’t guarantee you I will have people fishing on the ice with an ice breaking ship going by😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@katherinespencer2633]

Looking fine USCG!!

[@vibewithmike]

The awesome United States Coast Guard

[@bobpurs]

The previous Mackinaw is tied up at Mackinaw City if you ever get down there. It's great to take a tour of it and see it. Been Ice fishing when a ship been near and all of a sudden the water in the hole comes up or goes away and you can tell a ship is near. Great Video Mike and Happy New Year 👍

[@vibewithmike]

And here’s a beautiful original ship that Bob is talking about en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USCGC_Mackinaw_(WAGB-83)

[@gregmctevia5087]

That was really fun to watch. I don’t recall you sending us anything from Superior before except maybe on the Boat Friends boat. Loved it, Mike.

[@chuckg6039]

Hi there Greg. Welcome to 2025. Check out this really cool video. It's a video Mike did from the Superior entrance. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gomqZ519nZ6mjZo

[@vibewithmike]

I don’t get to Superior as often as I should. It was really fun checking it out though.

[@Chris-hy6bb]

Thanks Mike for the timely & interesting video. Temp is dropping in Seymour, WI. Time to make chile & bread stix AND watch that video. 😀

[@vibewithmike]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! There’s nothing better than a nice warm bowl of chili on a cold day.

[@nedkent5239]

As a kid I got to ride on this ship. It was coming into Saginaw River. We had to board 5 miles out on bay off smaller Coast Guard ship going up a hanging ladder while both boats moving. As I was climbing up ladder a huge wave bashed water and giant ice chunks in between both boats driving the huge ice chunks upward hitting my feet. Coast Guard guys grabbed me and saved me from falling. But in the process it ripped my mother’s camera off my neck and fell in water. Guess glad I didn’t die… 😂 This ship used to be docked in Mackinaw City, MI.

[@vibewithmike]

These are the type of memories I love hearing about. The connection to the maritime industry and the ships and family and trips like that. It’s so cool to hear it. I could almost visualize everything you’re talking about as if it were a movie. So cool.

[@chuckg6039]

What a story! Thanks a bunch for sharing.

[@jeffjohnson5810]

The coastguard cutters look really cool 😎

[@vibewithmike]

Jeff, there’s something about the red and white on this that make it looks so cool. I think the color is really pop with that ice. What a beautiful ship. Happy new year.

[@jeffjohnson5810]

@vibewithmike happy new year to you Mike and all the awesome boat friends

[@eherrmann01]

Very neat ship. I worked at the shipyard that built the polar icebreaker USCGC Healy (WAGB-20) back in the mid 90's. I cut a lot of the steel that went into her construction. I've always thought that ice breakers were some of the coolest ships afloat. Thanks for bringing this one to us Mike.

[@vibewithmike]

That's an amazing story! I have always been fascinated by icebreakers.

[@chuckg6039]

Hi there. My son was stationed at Coast Guard Station Seattle. I visited the station on several occassions. I was lucky enough to see the Healy and Polar Star docked there. Being right next to them was quite neat!

[@shawncosmos5431]

Those ships are fun to watch. Lake Superior looks like antarctica during winter. Happy New Year Mr Vibe With Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

It really does, I'm really happy you enjoyed the video

[@alexisbelcher3967]

Hello Mike, I really appreciate your time and effort to bring all of us your views here. ❤ Happy New Year 🎉🎉🎉2025. Personal note I ❤ you 🤩 Mike

[@vibewithmike]

All the love is going right back to you! I appreciate you taking time out of your day to watch these videos and to leave positive comments like this. It’s good all around. I promise I’ll keep getting out there to show you this interesting stuff going on. It’s truly my pleasure Alexis

[@IamValentina66]

Nice. I have never seen ice breaker thanks.

[@vibewithmike]

This ship could definitely break thicker ice. It was such a pleasure to see this for the first time and to see it going by all of those people fishing. That got me a little nervous.

[@ohnoflicks]

🎉Happy New Year Mike and Crew!🎉

[@MHL1528]

Thanks for another great video.

[@vibewithmike]

It was my pleasure being out there

[@gregboring4949]

That ship is a must in your area for sure

[@vibewithmike]

It has a great look, greg

[@wattheheck6010]

Tell your sons and daughters, grandsons and granddaughters, if they want a career with good pay, great benefits, free daily clothing, free meals, health care, a free exercise program, and a retirement plan, then join the US Coast Guard. They are a fabulous branch of the US Armed Forces. It's a personal challenge to earn the uniform, but you will realize soon that America needs and appreciates you! Did I mention travel around the world??? Another fantastic post Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

You brought up a good point. I just posted what I’m going to provide below to you in the main comment section so people that might be skimming through can find it. The U.S. Coast Guard commands deep respect for its vital role in maritime safety, law enforcement, and national defense. Despite being the smallest military branch, Coast Guard members are highly regarded for their versatility and dedication, often working in challenging conditions to save lives and protect our waters. The service is notably selective in its recruitment process, making it a prestigious choice for those seeking a meaningful military career. In 2024, the Coast Guard achieved remarkable recruitment success, attracting diverse talent and meeting its goals for the first time in six years. Interested candidates can explore opportunities at gocoastguard.com.

[@ThatDancingMinister]

Wow-great post🎉❤😊

[@vibewithmike]

You are so welcome, my friend. It was fun, recording a new type of vessel in a new place.

[@terrsaelbon]

Very cool!

[@vibewithmike]

It was crazy seeing someone out there on that ice fishing

[@daverukkila9089]

Another excellent video Mike! Happy New Year!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Dave! Happy Thursday and happy 2025! It was nice getting out to a different location and seeing a different type of vessel. It always keeps things fresh. I was really lucky to be able to capture it smashing through some of that ice.

[@daverukkila9089]

@@vibewithmike That was very cool to see! All the best! 2025 is off to a great start!

[@vibewithmike]

I’ll try to catch a few of these ships that are going into winter layup to end the season

[@pegsadler5391]

Mike that was totally awesome!!

[@vibewithmike]

Peg, I still can’t believe those people fishing next to that ship

[@shirleyhill8740]

Awesome great looking vessel

[@vibewithmike]

Shirley, it has such a beautiful look for sure!

[@zacharywalters8139]

I went to school in Cheboygan, where she's docked. I've seen her PLENTY of times. Nothing compares to the original, though!

[@chuckg6039]

By all means folks, try and tour the original Mackinaw. It'll blow your mind.

[@vibewithmike]

I’ll have to look up that original Mackinaw! Found it, take a look here www.themackinaw.org/

[@cathyschroeder6469]

I seen this ship at it’s home port in Sheboygan, in the summer time , the USCG sailor we got to talk to them when they where docked at the time, it was a fun time 🫶

[@vibewithmike]

That is so cool! It was such a beautiful site as I got close to the entry. I drove really quick because I knew it would go down and be breaking ice but I was not expecting all those people fishing. That got kind of scary, especially that one that was really close if you saw that. Wow.