REAL LIFE! Winter Cruising the Peak Forest Canal by Narrowboat- Ep. 140.

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  • čas přidán 11. 02. 2021
  • With a biting easterly wind freezing our faces we'll show you real life winter cruising the Peak Forest Canal on our narrowboat. We're cruising from Marple where we uncover James Jinks' boatyard, then head to Furness Vale, passing Strines, Disley, and New Mills, taking in the history and magnificent views of the Goyt Valley from our 57-foot canal narrowboat.
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  • @matty6848
    @matty6848 Před 3 lety +124

    Who else thinks Foxes afloat is by far the best narrow boat channel on CZcams? I certainly do🙂

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +4

      Aww cheers.

    • @mazingmumma1
      @mazingmumma1 Před 3 lety +1

      I think there's a couple more I love to watch they all bring different info and their way of life on the cannels and the boats are so different love um all x

    • @matty6848
      @matty6848 Před 3 lety +7

      @@mazingmumma1 yes Sam agreed. There are some really good narrow boat channels on CZcams but what I love with foxes afloat is all the history and information we get told. It’s not just about their lifestyle, but the other stuff that goes with the channel. I find the history side of it brilliant. So much dedication and hard work goes into every Vlog they do🙂👍

    • @matty6848
      @matty6848 Před 3 lety +3

      @@FoxesAfloat no worries guys your channel is superb🙂👍

    • @traceyreynolds6709
      @traceyreynolds6709 Před 2 lety +1

      I agree!! I do like the others but Foxes afloat is my favorite. I just recently found Narrowboating and love them. I am from an old Yorkshire family who left England in 1620’s. So I was really unaware of the canal’s and the history that Colin tells is fascinating to me since I love all History especially English, Scottish, and Wales. All parts of family history. Keep up the good work!

  • @FoxesAfloat
    @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +101

    Thanks to everyone who asked about the stone next to Bridge 24 - Wood End Lift Bridge. I've been reliably informed that the stone was placed by the family and friends as a memorial to Gerry Moore, a young, local firefighter who lived on a narrowboat near the bridge just outside Marple where stone is laid. He died in the mid-1980's from carbon monoxide poisoning after his water heater malfunctioned 💜

  • @tomapedersen
    @tomapedersen Před 3 lety +27

    Today I learned that neither President Washington nor Napoleon Bonaparte built the Peak Forest Canal. So I both learned something and had 20 minutes of relaxing zen while watching.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      Haha! Nice one. I hope you are suitably chilled now 👍🏻

  • @pmatch777
    @pmatch777 Před 3 lety +51

    I’ve picked up your habit ... every time I see a train I say, “Traaaaaain!”

  • @richardsaunders3082
    @richardsaunders3082 Před 3 lety +44

    I prefer the “Otis Weather Station” if his fur is blowing, it’s windy, if his ears are blowing, it’s really windy... if he’s wet it’s raining...

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +4

      😂😂😂

    • @stefeniedavidmusic
      @stefeniedavidmusic Před 3 lety +1

      If he is panting, it's hot, if he is sleeping by the fire, it's cold.

    • @duncanwright5729
      @duncanwright5729 Před 3 lety +1

      If he's casting a shadow it's sunny...

    • @stefeniedavidmusic
      @stefeniedavidmusic Před 3 lety +2

      @@duncanwright5729 No, that means there is still 6 more weeks of winter. Do they have Groundhog Day in England?

  • @philllawton6750
    @philllawton6750 Před 3 lety +34

    Really good show lads very informative with a laugh. - re the windless on the Turf Lea lift bridge - these windlasses were made at British Waterways Newark Repair Yard on the River Trent. They were known as ‘Granny Pumps’ not sure exactly why but guess because they were so easy to operate.The case was made from SG cast iron (spheroidal graphite) as it is ductile. With a casappa bidirectional pump inside. Each revolution delivered the same amount of oil in either direction. Oil is pumped into the hydraulic ram that lifts the bridge. The hydraulic ram has two pipes leading into it one to the cap end and the other to the rod end. To cap end (for lifting) has a larger volume to fill and produces the greater force, this is why it took 80 turns to lift. The rod end (lowering the bridge) has a 50mm piston rod in it and therefore less volume hence 50 turns to lower. This side produces less force hence used for the lower of the bridge - hope this helps 👍

  • @stanwinfield5255
    @stanwinfield5255 Před 3 lety +17

    Morning guys, reference the lift bridge. The mechanism is hydraulic with the crank being a hydraulic pump, the pumps are not very efficient and they tend to leak internally when pumping up against the weight of the bridge but on lowering they basically freewheel down so hardly leak at all. Hope I have explained it well.
    Keep on cruising
    Stan Alison and Nutmeg 🐕

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Perfect! Even Otis understood that 😂👍🏻

  • @richardlowes7183
    @richardlowes7183 Před 3 lety +38

    Because the bridge is biased to lower - IE: cut chains, bridge goes down. So there is a gear difference, lower gear to raise, more turns. Easier to lower, higher gear.

  • @Lulu-jl5zd
    @Lulu-jl5zd Před 3 lety +7

    Gerry Moore was a London based jazz pianist. In September 1936 the Radio Times referred to him as "Britain's King of Swing." The bridge clearly is now thought of as Britain's King of Swing. Made me laugh out loud when I figured it. Stand there and watch "The King of Swing" in action!

  • @daveellard9463
    @daveellard9463 Před 3 lety +29

    essential . meaty droplet. No words, absolutely no words.....

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +3

      Can't make it up!

    • @samknight2968
      @samknight2968 Před 3 lety

      I spotted that and thought surely Colin's got to say something about that! 🤣🤣

    • @Mojomofo
      @Mojomofo Před 3 lety

      I saw that too and laughed out loud.

    • @drawbridgep
      @drawbridgep Před 3 lety +3

      You can’t say that.

    • @bryan3550
      @bryan3550 Před 3 lety

      As opposed to evidence.jokes.stammer which was probably more accurate... 🤣

  • @alanbarber4543
    @alanbarber4543 Před 3 lety +26

    This is the only channel I'm a paying subscriber and for good reason! Every video is the perfect mix of interesting history, beautiful views, and entertainment.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      And we appreciate that SOOOO much. Thank you, Alan 👍🏻

    • @dellastreet9294
      @dellastreet9294 Před 2 lety

      Alan, totally agree. Love theses guys🥰 and have no problem being a paid subscriber. This is the only channel I subscribe too. One thing the pandemic has taught me, if it doesn’t bring me joy to let go.

  • @tugboatdiaries6048
    @tugboatdiaries6048 Před 3 lety +4

    Hi guys with regard to todays vlog Gerry Moore was a Fireman who worked at Cheadle Hulme Fire Station in Greater Manchester. He lived on his Narrowboat and was well known along the Peak Forest and Macclesfield Canals being known locally as "Gerry Moore man of the countryside." Unfortunately Gerry was found dead on his Narrowboat sometime in the early 80's having succumbed to Carbon Monoxide poisoning he could only have been in his early thirties. Hope this helps, Howard

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      If that's true it's very sad! 😞

    • @tugboatdiaries6048
      @tugboatdiaries6048 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat It certainly is true I was in the Fire Service with Gerry his passing was well covered by local media at the time.

  • @davidhotchkiss8766
    @davidhotchkiss8766 Před 3 lety +5

    Hi guys my uncle was the manager of the bleaching and dyeing dept of strines mill for many years and i was so sad when he passed away at the age of 65 about 18 yrs ago of lung cancer from the chemicals used over the years, stay safe guys

  • @elliscoleman1727
    @elliscoleman1727 Před 3 lety +8

    Just wanted to say that as an Expat who enjoyed many summer holidays on the Canals with my Grandparents years ago, thank you both for brining back so many wonderful memories for me. I also love how much of each video is spent discussing the history of whichever area you are in. I hope get as much enjoyment out of making these videos as I get out of watching them :)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      I totally do! Thanks so much for watching 👍🏻

  • @edwinbest9256
    @edwinbest9256 Před 3 lety +4

    Your mention and video of Dillon made me sad
    but then Otis made me smile! You guys are the best!

  • @grahamwestgate1192
    @grahamwestgate1192 Před 3 lety +8

    Geek time! The reason for more turns one way than the other is its a double acting hydraulic ram, which means its displacing the ram from the cylinder going up, this needs more oil to send it out, and produces more force to lift the bridge. Then coming down, the oil between the ram and the cylinder pushes the bridge back, down, and there's less volume, because of the ram taking up some of the volume so less oil to pump!
    Bet you're glad you asked now!!!😂😂
    Made me even keener to revisit the Peak Forest this summer🤞🤞🤞

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      I knew someone would know! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @angelak9456
    @angelak9456 Před 3 lety +6

    Don't EVER stop talking Colin! You're hilarious, and who would Shaun laugh at, I mean laugh with, if you ever stopped talking?!?

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      Haha! Shaun always laughs. It's the best sound oil the world. 💜

  • @ruthhill969
    @ruthhill969 Před 3 lety +19

    I love watching you two, your laughter is infectious and the storyline as you go along is interesting, you have obviously researched the locality, and the stories often dissolve into TRAIN as one goes clattering by. Keep going lads, and of course Otis the wonder dog. Ruth

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you so much!
      TRRRRRRAAAAAAAAIIIIIIN! 😂

    • @phopetindall
      @phopetindall Před 3 lety

      the double entendres are good too :-)

  • @Richardj410
    @Richardj410 Před 2 lety +4

    As the Norwegians say, "There is no such thing as bad weather, only inadequate clothing." Thanks as always Love your videos and you guys.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 2 lety +2

      What causes floods, snow drifts and heatwaves? Poorly tailored slacks? 🤔

    • @MrOmeyer
      @MrOmeyer Před rokem

      @@FoxesAfloat Right clothing can cope with most heatwaves here in Norway

  • @glenn2171
    @glenn2171 Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks for including lots of shots of Otis in this video. Since we lost our Brittany, Molly, last Spring, I can never get enough of him. I also like all of the backstory info you include. It adds to the whole experience. I look forward to each new installment,

  • @MrOVERANOUT
    @MrOVERANOUT Před 3 lety +5

    Chunderpants, thunderbox and now fudgie compost.
    Pee stones were the original pit stop urinals.
    I learn something new every Friday. 😂🤣😅

  • @ITZitzibitz
    @ITZitzibitz Před 3 lety +3

    A turtleneck wearer here ... ordered a black cashmere 'snood' before this video was over. It just arrived. Not only love it around my neck, but found I can do crazy stuff with it on my head too...a hat with a little place for my ponytail to poke out! Just ordered 3 more/colors which will arrive tomorrow with the predicted snowstorm 🌨️❄️. So, a big thank you, Shaun, fashion icon😉! Love you both...stay safe, stay warm and well. x

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Haha! I never expected anyone to call Shaun a fashion icon 😂

  • @colinstewart173
    @colinstewart173 Před 3 lety +8

    The lift bridge uses a hydraulics. More pressure is needed to raise the bridge due to the weight. Less pressure to lower due to gravity.

  • @tintentuk
    @tintentuk Před 3 lety +5

    i waked the old Harecastle rail Tunnel in the 80's when I was a rebellious teen

  • @kcombs100
    @kcombs100 Před 3 lety +12

    Love seeing you guys. I have to laugh when you guys started talking about how cold your lips were getting and couldn't talk. We sound like that all winter long. We've had a nice cold spell the last couple of days with the following weather advisories : Wind Chill Advisory in effect tonight through Friday morning. Wind
    chills will range from 20 to near 35 below zero, coldest west of the Mississippi River and the high temp is 1 degree F. I live in Wisconsin, USA. Stay warm.

  • @marcbilodeau6927
    @marcbilodeau6927 Před 3 lety +8

    Glad to see that we're not the only one stuck with those monsters, Canada Geese, those beasts are dangerous.

    • @shrory
      @shrory Před 3 lety +1

      Every year the city haddle the eggs, to keep the population in check, and im in Canada

    • @marcbilodeau6927
      @marcbilodeau6927 Před 3 lety +1

      @@djhrecordhound4391 I have to agree with whoever said that!

  • @steveed9461
    @steveed9461 Před 3 lety +6

    Are you writing a guide book? You really ought to. ‘Colin’s Complete Canal Companion with Added Trains’. You both lift my spirits every week, keep it up (pun intended)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Maybe one day!

    • @geraldhenrickson7472
      @geraldhenrickson7472 Před 3 lety +1

      But what about Shaun? You mention Colin and Otis (you two) but not Shaun! WHAT is the world coming to? We need more Shaun!

    • @steveed9461
      @steveed9461 Před 3 lety

      @@geraldhenrickson7472 There would be no Colin without Shaun, I meant Shaun when I said “you two’” Napoleon & Josephine, Fish & Chips, Statler & Waldorf Shaun & Colin.

  • @DTMbreh
    @DTMbreh Před 3 lety +11

    Only just come across this channel and it has become my favourite bed time watch, So relaxing and I love the combination of information and day in the life. You’re both naturals on the camera! Deserve a tv show.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Awesome, thank you! Welcome to our channel xxx

  • @Cj-bw3hn
    @Cj-bw3hn Před 3 lety +4

    I love how you give us the history of places you go past. I find a lot of it very interesting. Thank you.
    You both always manage to make me smile with how happy you both seem to be .
    Stay safe and healthy. Cj

  • @TheFilwud
    @TheFilwud Před 3 lety +12

    Hmmm, the cranker on that lift bridge is hydraulic, not geared or cabled, so there is no direct link between the upness and the number of crankings. Just like hydraulic paddle gear there is a bit of slip in the mechanism. Cranking up the weight of the bridge will make the mechanism slip more so more crankery is required. Winding down the weight of the bridge will help because in the direction of down gravity is your friend. So you need a smaller crank to go down on it. Or something.

  • @icefireblue
    @icefireblue Před 3 lety +3

    I look forward to you guys putting out a video every Friday. The chemistry between you two and Colin's genuine love for the history of where you guys go is great. Keep it up!

  • @fp30e
    @fp30e Před 3 lety +4

    Colin and Shaun. Great Vlog as always. Love Otis standing up keeping an eye on you both. Glad your well stocked up for the next week or so. Only one thing left to say. T r a i n s !!!!!!

  • @perreyalsdam7994
    @perreyalsdam7994 Před 3 lety +15

    TGIF, we have normality. The foxes are back at normal time.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +4

      One week in three years and we get sass! 🙄😂

    • @perreyalsdam7994
      @perreyalsdam7994 Před 3 lety +2

      @@FoxesAfloat Only in a good natured way . Normality are important, just take a look at Clockwise (1986) with John Cleese.

    • @jenchandler5632
      @jenchandler5632 Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you both for another great vlog TRAINNN. Otis is growing so quick . Much love to you all .🥰

  • @tadroid3858
    @tadroid3858 Před 3 lety +3

    Bloody hell, it's FRIIIIIIDAY!!! Thanks again, gentlemen. Fudgy? Really? LOL!

  • @lawrenceforsyth632
    @lawrenceforsyth632 Před 3 lety +2

    I enjoy seeing Otis growing with each video. The country is beautiful.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Totally agree on both points 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @davidmaughan7857
    @davidmaughan7857 Před 3 lety +2

    Absolutely love these videos. They are a life saver in lockdown. You have a real gift for these episodes - an absolute gift. And Sean has the best sense of humour in the world. What a combination ! Thank you. You should be very proud of yourselves.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Aww, thank you so much, David! 👍🏻💜

  • @oddarnedanielsen506
    @oddarnedanielsen506 Před 3 lety +4

    About the winch; there is a way to construct a gear that will give you a different ratio depending on the way you turn the crank. It´s a bit difficult to explain without a drawing (and I can´t seem to find any), but a moveable cogwheel that changes position depending on the input force/direction will engage alternating larger/smaller cogwheels. This will change the ratio up and down "automatically". I´m not sure this is the case on the bridge winch, but seems like a logical explanation ;) Btw, -22C when I got to work this morning in Gjøvik in inland Norway by lake Mjøsa - all iced up now. No canal boats, but you´ll find Skibladner operating in the summer; the worlds oldest paddle steamboat in regular traffic - google it, it´s a beautiful ship :)

  • @lisaannpennington3958
    @lisaannpennington3958 Před 3 lety +4

    Handsome dog 🐕, that Otis ...

  • @virginiaelliott6537
    @virginiaelliott6537 Před 3 lety +1

    One long blast of the horn as you enter the stop lock to warn any incoming boat of your presence is the norm

  • @kathyrapiejko6318
    @kathyrapiejko6318 Před 3 lety +2

    Happy Friday night guys! Hope you & Otis are all warm & cozy by the fire! Not sure where you are right now, but hope you're in a lovely spot. Stay well! ❤❤HAPPY EARLY VALENTINE'S DAY!!❤❤xx🐕xx

  • @TBonDc
    @TBonDc Před 3 lety +3

    Love your videos. Every Friday, it's my pleasure to watch! The history, the aspects of narrowboat life and....the outakes. Love it all. Thank you so much from a US fan.

  • @lizjones8984
    @lizjones8984 Před 3 lety +3

    Essential meaty droplet - what 3 words?!? Sounds a bit raunchy, sounds like something Colin would come out with haha 😂

  • @robtheplod
    @robtheplod Před 3 lety +6

    Is that a new toy on the roof - who's into weather checking? :) Weight of bridge assists with closing it maybe???

  • @garybirrell7347
    @garybirrell7347 Před 3 lety +6

    Hi guys, great episode this week, I noticed you have a new mini wind turbine. Let us know all about it please . Cheers guys

    • @ilox11
      @ilox11 Před 3 lety

      Hi Gary, it is a small Weather Station. The cups will tell the wind speed, the vane at the bottom will tell the direction it is blowing. You will have to hope the lads see your post so they can tell us about it because it does look a neat bit of kit.

    • @garybirrell7347
      @garybirrell7347 Před 3 lety

      I never thought it could be a weather station. Hi guys there is always a purpose with a rational reason, so why guys is the question.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      It's our new weather station. We had one before on the stern but it stopped working so we got this one and moved it to the roof.

    • @garybirrell7347
      @garybirrell7347 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat Cheers guys for the info - it looks good

  • @EElgar1857
    @EElgar1857 Před 3 lety +4

    Your "cranking music" was perfect.
    I've been very sad today, but you've cheered me up!
    (Just retired from my orchestra job after 49 years.)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Aww, I’m sorry! I bet you had an amazing career! 💜👍🏻

  • @frankdingle9920
    @frankdingle9920 Před 3 lety +3

    This was so good, I watched it a second time. Stay safe and warm all three of you and give Otis an extra hug from us.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Aww, cheers! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @westcoastgorl2266
    @westcoastgorl2266 Před 3 lety +3

    I’ve just discovered your videos about a month ago. I love them.. the whole narrow boat experience , the breathtaking scenery, the music and Colin and Shaun have a great sense of humour.. Puts a smile on my face just watching the two of you..🇨🇦

  • @ALightInTheForest
    @ALightInTheForest Před 3 lety +3

    My Friday is immensely happier now - love you guys!

  • @janetwalker4483
    @janetwalker4483 Před 2 lety +4

    You have just solved a piece of family history! My great grandfather worked as a colourist in a calico printing works when my grandmother was born in 1900. At the time the family lived in New Mills and I was wondering when the works must have been. I think you have told me - in Strines! I really like your local history features. You have filmed in some of the places that I am quite familiar with and it's lovely when these vlogs come up with bits of history that I was unaware existed. Thank you.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 2 lety +1

      Aww, nice one! Glad we could help 👍🏻

  • @pamelarichards7122
    @pamelarichards7122 Před 3 lety +3

    I only came across your vlogs afew days ago and am absolutely hooked. As a Northerner living in the South West I love the scenery , the history , Otis, your Yorkshire accents and your fantastic personalities. Thank you so much.

  • @clintharwood9692
    @clintharwood9692 Před 3 lety +2

    Our pups, Baby, Obi, and Wrigley, give a very envious shout out to Otis.

  • @mistreku
    @mistreku Před 3 lety +6

    I love the historical bits, info and old photos, really happy I found your channel! Great vids, boys!

  • @adyseeley1511
    @adyseeley1511 Před 3 lety +5

    Great vlog myself and Mrs seriously thinking of selling up and buying a narrow boat as watching has made us realize anything is possible ,as ive struggled with the black dog most of my adult life and think it would do us so much good.
    Ps you make us laugh so much and Otis is a star,we have wellington the mad as a box of frogs cocker

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Haha! They are mental 👍🏻😂

    • @adyseeley1511
      @adyseeley1511 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat Hi thanks foe reply ,if possible can you let us know what a decent built is we have a decent budget

  • @anthonybattersby1505
    @anthonybattersby1505 Před 3 lety +5

    Perfect timing... just sat down, trying to get warm after being cold to the bone on site all day. Time for my shaun and Colin fix for the week. Keep it up guys 👍

  • @james7149
    @james7149 Před 3 lety +2

    With all the problems we face on the planet at this time you both both shine and continue to bring happiness and some good old fashioned fun to our lives every week (and fascinating history thanks Colin) ...we’re counting the days you reach 100,000 subscribers and beyond...so well deserved🤗

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Aww, thanks, James! Got to be honest, we very rarely look at the numbers. Colin concentrates on researching his next vlog and we get more pleasure reading the comments than the numbers. You're so kind. Thanks mate!

  • @bradcarnill3703
    @bradcarnill3703 Před 3 lety +2

    Pee stones, fudge pots, and traaains.
    ❤👏

  • @Bob8091
    @Bob8091 Před 3 lety +3

    Being back on the Peak Forest it can be seen how happy you both are, even though it's freezing cold. The Railway Children. The original film was brilliant including Bernard Cribbins who is still going strong. Must be in his 90's now. I think Jenny Agutter played the Mum in the remake.

  • @robertboots281
    @robertboots281 Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks gents brought another smile to my face, roll on the warmer weather eh 👍😎

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad you enjoyed it and yes, roll on spring and summer x

  • @sorbabaric1
    @sorbabaric1 Před 3 lety +2

    Otis is growing ! So good to have an enjoyable video to watch as I have my coffee.

  • @philthefarrier9469
    @philthefarrier9469 Před 3 lety +2

    For non Brits, At 5.30 a wagon wheel now is a biscuit type snack. And I agree they do seem to be getting smaller

  • @thughestx
    @thughestx Před 3 lety +5

    I love the scenery and easy banter. The drone shots are particularly fine! I’d like to see some more of the life inside the boat-everyday chores like cooking, chores, etc. Just for that ‘homey’ feel? I really appreciate the fact-filled commentary, though.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Watch our new vlog out later today to see all of what you just mentioned 😉

    • @traceyreynolds6709
      @traceyreynolds6709 Před 2 lety

      Drone shot are amazing! I think you could sell them.

  • @Mark-ct5dh
    @Mark-ct5dh Před 3 lety +3

    Otis is getting so big! It’s -19c here in Colorado and it’s snowing 🌨 It was nice to see you two in good spirits! Colin the history lesson was nice. Mark in Colorado

  • @charliewhitledge3207
    @charliewhitledge3207 Před 3 lety +2

    Oh my! My English history teacher has just been stumped! I do love the history you teach each week Colin. Enjoy the Peak!

  • @phillsumner
    @phillsumner Před 3 lety +2

    I’m so glad I found these pair on CZcams I love the way Colin throws so much info and facts into the videos. He must do a lot of research but I think he enjoys it. So glad Shaun is ok love listening to you both !! The perfect couple 😍👌👍👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad you like them! Yeah, Colin spends a huge amount of time researching 👍🏻

  • @19leon73
    @19leon73 Před 3 lety +4

    It never gets old, you shouting traaaaaaiiiiin... I love it.
    Took me some time to catch up with all the videos from episode 1 to this one...
    Time to unpause this one and continue..

  • @badgimp4577
    @badgimp4577 Před 3 lety +4

    I love all the tidbits of history!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @Rick2367
      @Rick2367 Před 3 lety +2

      I was going to say the same thing! LOL Actually, was going to say "I love your bits... the history bits..." 😮

  • @donaldmackenzie2686
    @donaldmackenzie2686 Před 3 lety +2

    "Shaun's emptied the fudge bucket. That actually sounds wrong doesn't it? Lets get off".
    Does lets get off sound a little bit wrong as well or is it just me?😈😆

  • @afm62
    @afm62 Před 3 lety +2

    England is so beautiful! Even in the freezing cold. I love the snippets of history too. Wonderful. Thank you so much. Stay warm!

  • @karenadams2913
    @karenadams2913 Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks guys. Stay warm and safe. x

  • @magnaseeker1933
    @magnaseeker1933 Před 3 lety +3

    Really enjoy your videos guys, a breath of fresh air and a nice change to all the negative garbage of todays world.
    Be safe and enjoy.
    Kind regards, Tony
    Bolton UK

  • @drewski363
    @drewski363 Před 3 lety +2

    Uri Nate !!! Took me about 7 seconds to get that one !!! Thanks for another brilliant video :)

  • @mikaylajweighill
    @mikaylajweighill Před 3 lety +2

    You have me shouting "traaaaaain" everytime I see one now lol.....stay warm boys! You have become an essential part of my week.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Haha! Totally not sorry. Carry on! 👍🏻😂

  • @alberto5336
    @alberto5336 Před 3 lety +3

    Hi guys! When raising the bridge, mechanism is highly geared down to keep it easy. When lowering the bridge occur, the weight of the bridge concur to the possibility to use “bigger” gear and shorten the process. My 2 cents! Thanks for the nice video as always and Keep safe!

  • @spacemandan5906
    @spacemandan5906 Před 3 lety +3

    love it- keep safe and drink wine!

  • @michaelb8300
    @michaelb8300 Před 3 lety +2

    Been goin through your videos at random and wow what a life style. Always wanted to own a narrow boat and I've convinced my wife to be that when we retire we pack up and get a narrow boat. I remember my grandad always took me on walks down the canal as a kid and was always fascinated by the boating lifestyle. Im 28 so have a few years left till retirement lol, I just hope narrow boating is still doable in 30 years time

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      It hasn't changed much in 250 years so I reckon you'll be fine 👍🏻

    • @michaelb8300
      @michaelb8300 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat I hope so but just want to say I love the content you both put out very informative and an easy watch as well I think you both are brilliant!

  • @tinazydel2324
    @tinazydel2324 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for being a bright spot in a very hectic day! Thank you for helping me make the decision to seak help for my struggles with my mental health. I finally made "the phone call".

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      That's excellent news, Tina. You don't have to fight alone ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @susanseller5825
    @susanseller5825 Před 3 lety +3

    Otis looks like he will jump out any minute, he is so intent on seeing and watching. Quite a few different type of bridges, interesting to see. Bet it does get cold this weather but at least its warm and inviting inside. Keep safe and warm xxx

  • @melvynforman7581
    @melvynforman7581 Před 3 lety +5

    It takes 80 winds to lift as the pump is worn and some oil bypasses the rotary pump rollers. Lowering is lower pressure and any escaping oil helps speed up the operation.. So, there we are! Incidentally if you only wind very slowly all the oil escapes and it won't go up at all...

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks for the info!

    • @OldWhitebelly
      @OldWhitebelly Před 3 lety

      So the bridge is raised hydraulically, not by winding a cable or chain? Does the crank pump fluid into a cylinder?

    • @sshep86
      @sshep86 Před 3 lety

      SUrely if it was losing hydraulic fluid, it would run out?

    • @melvynforman7581
      @melvynforman7581 Před 3 lety

      @@sshep86 it's a sealed unit, any oil bypassing the rotor just returns to the reservoir.

    • @melvynforman7581
      @melvynforman7581 Před 3 lety

      Like I said, if you wind slowly the bridge won't budge... Conversely if you wind like a wurling dervish you could possibly get it up in 50 turns!

  • @robenblakey8236
    @robenblakey8236 Před 3 lety +2

    Fudge bucket? The made me LMAF!!!! Love you guys!

  • @ZeniaZ
    @ZeniaZ Před 3 lety +2

    Aww, we will never forget Dylan. Good to see you back to favorite canal.

  • @nuthutch1
    @nuthutch1 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you again for another brilliant video.

  • @colinlabrum6217
    @colinlabrum6217 Před 3 lety +3

    It's all your fault! Yes you two! We've only gone a bought a boat after watching you great video series. Seriously thanks for the great entertainment and the subversive encouragement.. Stay safe.. C&G..

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Oh we get blamed for everything 🤣

    • @colinlabrum6217
      @colinlabrum6217 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat Someone has to take responsibility.. It would never be me..

  • @sharonsteffy9993
    @sharonsteffy9993 Před 3 lety +2

    One thumbs up isn't enough!!! Love you guys!

  • @marianillingworth4403
    @marianillingworth4403 Před 3 lety +2

    Unlike Shaun I love history and therefore find Colin’s chats so interesting. So glad that I’m sitting in front of a nice, warm fire watching this.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Hehe! It took a while to thaw out 🔥 🥶

  • @jeffoldknow
    @jeffoldknow Před 3 lety +3

    Samuel Oldknow was a great guy. He also gave his workers free beer so they would work faster.

  • @seaboatcaptain6825
    @seaboatcaptain6825 Před 3 lety +3

    Another great and well produced and impeccably researched video with sufficient punches of humour ...keep it up guys and well done ... ⚓️

  • @richardmarriott8201
    @richardmarriott8201 Před 3 lety +2

    Love you shouting Traaiinn in the videos Even I do it . Very infectious ! Always enjoy you humour . Love to Otis and enjoy Valentine's Day together . Richard and Stephen . Mwah !!!! xxxxx

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Glad you enjoy it! Haha! Thanks guys 👍🏻💜

  • @vickyking3408
    @vickyking3408 Před 3 lety +2

    sigh miss kayaking on that canal happy sad vlog for me keep well you 3 love you all to bits

  • @jenifferkitts7238
    @jenifferkitts7238 Před 3 lety +3

    Hi guys, i just started watching..omg love you both...my son now 30 has ASD and your vlog on that...well it made me cry..in a good way. I am up to the launch of the silver fox.and have loved every vlog ..keep up the good work

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Welcome!! Please don't cry. There's lots of positives too 👍🏻💜

  • @merlinscat
    @merlinscat Před 3 lety +3

    Poor Shaun he looks so cold, hope he is getting over his bout of the virus,

  • @edinnorthcarolina--ovelhog5786

    That video looked cold, then I went outside here in central North Carolina and it is raining and 34 degrees (1C). I'm ready for Spring!

  • @stablefairy9437
    @stablefairy9437 Před 2 lety +2

    "is just like your grandad in the tool shed" lol. great analogy - it paints such a picture lol

  • @ianmckenzie5303
    @ianmckenzie5303 Před 3 lety +8

    When I was a lad my Gran would send me letters from Margate, always addressed with the prefix Master or Mstr. I doubt that it is used much any more if at all these days.
    I had a friend back then who had an English Gran too. She too would send him letters addressed the same...I don't think his Gran realized what she doing. Y'see his last name was Bates. Most unfortunate...kids can be so cruel.

  • @bgaearith5878
    @bgaearith5878 Před 3 lety +3

    I really like the way these videos are put together especially with the drone footage that changes the perspective. Use of music and Dillon's editing make me glad I stumbled across your channel!!!!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Awesome, thank you!

    • @bgaearith5878
      @bgaearith5878 Před 3 lety

      ​@@FoxesAfloat No worries, this is my escape from work and lockdown, keep the episodes coming!!

  • @jasonm4982
    @jasonm4982 Před 3 lety +2

    Love that stretch of canal, walked it, to many years ago, inspired me to want to go back, thank you 🙂

  • @christineprice5463
    @christineprice5463 Před 3 lety +1

    I think of you two every time I hear a train. Be safe and warm!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      You mean you hear a TRRRRAAAAAIIIIIN! 😂

  • @simonclifford7055
    @simonclifford7055 Před 3 lety +3

    Why do people click 👎, if you don't like it look for something else. Great Video as usual!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +3

      We have a small but loyal group of trolls who wait for 4pm so they can click dislike without watching our content. We don't mind because it counts towards our channel engagement. They're actually doing us a favour! 😂

    • @mikemccrory6054
      @mikemccrory6054 Před 3 lety +1

      @@FoxesAfloat About two months ago I hit dislike by accident, I was mortified. There should be a “Are you sure you want to dislike this video” button. I feel better now I’ve told someone.

    • @simonclifford7055
      @simonclifford7055 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat the world boggles me sometimes!

  • @CatherinePlantagenet
    @CatherinePlantagenet Před 3 lety +4

    Never heard of a sunken bellybutton. Here in the states we call them innies. 😄

  • @elinaranes4357
    @elinaranes4357 Před 3 lety +2

    Finally Friday and a new video ! Feet up and a cup of Tea. Bliss💜

  • @MrVinnyh
    @MrVinnyh Před 3 lety +2

    I don't think you two have made a bad vlog. each time I watch the pair of you, I both learn something or come away grinning! plus a couple of my old railway friends on the CVR, comment regular on your channel.