Narrowboat on the Tidal River Thames - Teddington to Limehouse. Ep. 120.

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  • čas přidán 10. 09. 2020
  • It's our biggest challenge yet, tackling London's Tidal River Thames by narrowboat travelling from Teddington to Limehouse. One of the busiest stretches of river in the UK, the tidal River Thames has huge boats speeding past at up to 30mph and waves of up to 1.5 metres. It's not the safest place for our canal narrowboat! Can we make the 21 miles from Teddington Lock to Limehouse Marina safely and arrive in one piece?
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  • @Bushmoose
    @Bushmoose Před 3 lety +65

    I am a tug boat captain, by trade. It's not hard to see that Sean has everything under control and did a magnificent job of boat handling. Keep up the great work and superbly entertaining video's!

  • @peterstevenson3503
    @peterstevenson3503 Před 3 lety +32

    2 guys standing 3 feet above the water on metal plating facing a camera and pointing another camera at some buildings, bridges and a river... yet quite simply the best entertainment/documentary posted or broadcast anywhere ever. Outstanding!!! Team silverfox raises the bar again.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you 👍🏻😛💜 So kind, Peter!

  • @MrPaulfrazer
    @MrPaulfrazer Před 3 lety +31

    Shaun certainly earned his captain's ticket with that one! Very skilful.

  • @dazzlingdaz187
    @dazzlingdaz187 Před 3 lety +8

    Best one yet? Well steered Shaun you are a legend

  • @TomLaceyJohnson
    @TomLaceyJohnson Před 3 lety +4

    Shaun needs a medal for the limehouse turn. That was epically navigated.

  • @tedbarnett608
    @tedbarnett608 Před 3 lety +27

    Yea Shaun. Hope Otis did not get sea sick with Silver Fox rocking in the waves. You three are the best!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +15

      He was tucked up safe and sound inside the boat 👍🏻

  • @ronjacobe
    @ronjacobe Před 3 lety +6

    "This man's a hero!"
    "You're a nightmare!" Lol!
    Yeeeey! The navy chef calmly steered Silver Fox through tense waters! :D :D :D

  • @pennywebb867
    @pennywebb867 Před 3 lety +10

    Shaun, just pitch Colin down with Otis. That outtake of Colin going slightly mental, you saying don't panic, Colin disappears stage right, you just shake your head. Brilliant! Most real interaction I think I've seen yet. 😂😄😂 I hope Otis had a life jacket on and amazing piloting Shaun. Well done boys. Can't wait for next week. P.S. great editing Colin! That was exciting and informative. ❤❤

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Nope. Otis doesn’t own a life jacket 👍🏻

  • @WeAreZilla
    @WeAreZilla Před 3 lety +14

    And there go our lads, with the stoic glare of resolute determination ... no - no - it's the nervous daze of unequivocal horror. Oh well, good on ya lads ... no worries ... they have done it! They have conquered the Tidal Thames, in spite of all the odds! Fantastic update guys! Ta!

  • @dalehopson9934
    @dalehopson9934 Před 3 lety +5

    I'm in New York City and today's video was a nice break from a sober 9/11 anniversary! ​
    I'm a new fan ( thanks to my other half ) and have been praising you two on Facebook creating more fans!
    Happy sailing...now I have something to look forward to each Friday during a pandemic where every day is the same!
    XOXO from the West Village ( next to Stonewall ).

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      💜

    • @dalehopson9934
      @dalehopson9934 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat Curious at why there were no drone shots ( which are always excellent ). My guess is you two were too damn busy but wondered if there was some London ruling.

  • @RicardosRoadtrips
    @RicardosRoadtrips Před 3 lety +3

    Amazing views from the Thames. My stomach was going watching this lol. Take care x

  • @enriquemejiaragas151
    @enriquemejiaragas151 Před 3 lety +4

    My boyfriend and I are separated due to the pandemic so one of our routines is to watch your videos together while facetiming. You guys are goals for us. ¡Great content!

    • @Not.ed.sheeran
      @Not.ed.sheeran Před 3 lety +1

      Colin and Sean(Shaun?), we were also wondering if it is possible to swim in any of the canals? The Thames looks pretty yucky!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      That is awesome! Cheers guys! 👍🏻

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      Most aren't really recommended for swimming although a few are clean enough.

  • @paulhaynes8045
    @paulhaynes8045 Před 3 lety +5

    Just watched it for the second time, and I think this is your best ever video - and not just because of the subject matter, but the editing is absolutely spot on. Congratulations to Shaun for his amazing boatmanship (I wondered if all those years manouvering a bus helped?!), and to Colin for his bravery for attempting something that he clearly did not want to do. But also congratulations to Colin for his editing - not easy to show yourself so honestly, when you could so easily have cut those bits out, but the tension between cool, calm Shaun and Collin's panic, gave the video the extra edge that made it special. Imagine that made for TV - a whole camera crew, a director and editor, multiple camera views, multiple re-takes and scripted shots dropped in in post. You have some talent there, Colin. The only thing missing was shots from the drone (that would have taken your mind off being scared!).

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      I totally agree about the drone, Paul. If there wasn’t a total ban along the entire stretch I would have sent it up for some shots of the boat on the river with the iconic landmarks behind.
      Thanks for truly appreciating the effort. x

    • @paulhaynes8045
      @paulhaynes8045 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat pity about the ban. I can't decide if controlling a drone during all that would have been good for you - distracting you from what was going on - or would just have resulted in a total meltdown! But I was being tongue in cheek really - although airial shots would have added an interesting perspective, I think they would have distracted from the immediacy of what you were going through. It would all have looked too calm and controlled from above. What makes that video is the sense of danger and fear that comes over (albeit quite subtly) - we don't just know it's a real adventure, we feel it too. I only usually recommend your videos to people I think might like narrow boating, but I'd recommend this one to anyone - it's riveting watching, especially the way it starts so calmly and gradually builds up to the climax of that 180 degree turn and the 'only just' entrance to the lock. Shaun looks so calm and competent, but that must have been the most difficult thing he's ever done. I'd love to see more of the footage of that final bit - the outtakes look a hell of a lot scarier than the finished video. On a personal note, you're very lucky to have such a rock to depend on - as I guess you know!

  • @christinehunter9867
    @christinehunter9867 Před 3 lety +3

    OMG boys that was amazing 🤗🤗🤩 Superb handling skills Shaun. The joy on both of your faces was lovely to see and the fear at times on Colin's face was priceless 😆😆🤣🤣🤣 (lock Colin inside on the return journey Shaun) Well done!!! 👍👍❤ love to you all, can't wait for next week 😁😊

  • @pinkpenguin-up1kb
    @pinkpenguin-up1kb Před 3 lety +7

    this will be in my list of favourite vlogs to date

  • @d.o8616
    @d.o8616 Před 3 lety +2

    I enjoyed that as my lovely old Londoner Dad, Ronnie, used to recite the names of all those bridges in proper sequence. Brought a tear to my eye. God bless you Dad. Till we meet again. ♥️🥰💖

  • @kathyrapiejko6318
    @kathyrapiejko6318 Před 3 lety +4

    Way to go Shaun! You rock! (and you ARE a rock, like Colin says!) Awesome production, guys! This is a view of the Thames & London most of us Americans will never see! Sending you both & Otis love & hugs!💕 Stay safe! xxx

  • @LeeMcilwaine
    @LeeMcilwaine Před 3 lety +8

    Loved Shaun's Power Stance as you turned into the eddies at Limehouse. - just looked ready to slap the current out of the way.

  • @karilynjaquest8739
    @karilynjaquest8739 Před 3 lety +3

    Loved the video but I 've had Two Ton Ted from Teddington stuck in my head all day 😀

  • @Tinhare
    @Tinhare Před 3 lety +3

    That was a lovely bit of boat handling there Shaun. Smug you should damn well be. Congrats to Colin too for being way outside his comfort zone and coming through all smiles, eventually. What a great trip. Thanks for sharing it.

  • @mandellaedwards5400
    @mandellaedwards5400 Před 3 lety +3

    This was awesome guys, what a fabulous experience. Thanks for taking us along for the ride. And Shaun really showed his helming skills.

  • @willar1338
    @willar1338 Před 3 lety +7

    Sean didn’t look scared or even nervous but I think that was the most alert I’ve ever seen him. I loved the gongoozlers waving from Tower Bridge. Also, the ominous music as you approached Limehouse. Brilliant vlog!

  • @georgehills5750
    @georgehills5750 Před 3 lety +3

    When i was a boy my grandfather kept a boat at Teddington, I spent many, many happy times running the stretch of the river you just showed. So many amazing things to see along there, such history.
    Thank you gents.

  • @Edward0779
    @Edward0779 Před 3 lety +3

    Great job keeping the boat under control all along the Thames and into the marina. Shawn, you're a master helmsman.

  • @jacklandrover
    @jacklandrover Před 3 lety +5

    Oh my goodness! If it were me doing that trip up the Thames I would have had to have taken a double dose of Imodium! It's a blimmin good job you had a skilful skipper navigating. This was by far your most exciting vlog. Well done with your editing as well as I can imagine it took a while to get all those shots in. I bet the Grand Union Canal will now be like a mill pond in comparison. Well done guys. You've done yourselves proud. Xx

  • @Bender24k
    @Bender24k Před 3 lety +7

    Ace piloting. That lock opening was a bit scary. 'Ooops!' whoosh like being flushed LOL. I was thinking wow those bridges & London look especially awesome from the Thames and then you said it. Tops on my list for a visit, that's for sure. Cheers from New York!

  • @virginiastock5518
    @virginiastock5518 Před 3 lety +3

    I love this video because I was born in Chiswick and I used to work in Brentford. As I now live in Cornwall it was nice to see these places again as I havn't been back to London for over 30 years. Well done Boys and keep safe. Lots of love as always. xxx

  • @bjsmith3343
    @bjsmith3343 Před 3 lety +3

    What an exciting Sunday afternoon I spent with you two!, it was amazing journey, it ‘twas. Thank you so very much for sharing. God Bless Silver Fox and all who sail therein 🍏

  • @edinnorthcarolina--ovelhog5786

    I was told by a Londoner that Teddington was Old English for Tide End Town? I enjoy London. I haven't been if 5 years or so. It is good to see the sites again. Thanks.

  • @chazzyb8660
    @chazzyb8660 Před 3 lety +3

    Silver Foxes - well hard.
    18:40 Or you could just keep going, next stop the Netherlands!
    19:30 You made it look easy Shaun!

  • @stefeniedavidmusic
    @stefeniedavidmusic Před 3 lety +3

    When you think about it, I guess the Thames, the Nile and maybe the Amazon are the three most famous rivers in the world. What a treat to see you guys navigate it and see things from that vantage point. Think of the famous people that have been on that river over the centuries. London is the greatest city in the world, in my opinion. Thanks for the tour. Looking fwd. to next week.

  • @philiphunter8960
    @philiphunter8960 Před 3 lety +3

    What a brilliant video, and a great piece of boat handling by Shaun. well done lads, look forward to next weeks episode. Stay safe and look after each other.

  • @shaleace2
    @shaleace2 Před 3 lety +3

    This weeks vlog was simply amazing. Everything you were feeling came across to us. I had goosebumps going under Tower Bridge. You guys just get better and better. But take some time to relax. Hugs to both of you and give Otis a quick snog xxx

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Done! His breath tastes like fish tonight 😬

  • @paultaylor1756
    @paultaylor1756 Před 3 lety +3

    Hi, guys this trip on the Tidal River Thames was so well put together, it really brought to life London and the Thames with all your information reminded me of the 1970s when I traveled to London as a young man. Well, stay safe and best of luck in the future.

  • @geofftaylor5036
    @geofftaylor5036 Před 3 lety +3

    Brilliant vlog, guys - very well done. Exciting, too - and glad to see Shaun making an expert job of steering through the currents whilst ignoring Colin's instructions :)

  • @thebeardedseeker5633
    @thebeardedseeker5633 Před 3 lety +8

    I was expecting the intro music to East Enders when this 0:29 appeared. more East Enders intro music here 9:25 . awesome footage here 15:53. omg my sphincter tightened a bit here 16:09, and here 16:34. i held my breath here 19:14. i really thought y'all were gonna slam into that wall. kudos to Captain Shaun for his excellent maneuvering abilities. great vlog guys, and my partner and I now watch you on our 65" tv to take advantage of all that beautiful scenery. 👍

  • @CanuckJim
    @CanuckJim Před 3 lety +3

    Well navigated, cap'n!! {salutes}

  • @Lottiesat
    @Lottiesat Před 3 lety +3

    Well done. That wa a very professional entry into Limehouse lock Sean! You guys has good weather (makes a huge difference) and quiet waters for ferry traffic, so it was a lovely trip for you. Doesn't London look special from the river!
    You would have laughed at our entry into Limehouse (years ago). We had wind and white horses on the waves in London, and just as we were making our turn into limehouse, (my husband had left me to do it and I alnost rolled our narrowboat in the waves), two of the huge ferries came from both directions. My husband (who had now taken over before I drowned both of us) cut the engine to let them go past... as we drifted helplessly down river. Then he gunned our struggling engine to 3,000 revs to climb the mountainous wash left by the two ferries. I was never so glad to tie up in a deep lock, in all my boating years. I must have shook for at least an hour. The lock keeper congratulated my husband on his entry against the odds.
    I hope you stayed clear of the Houses of Parliament (for next week's video)? We got too close on our upstream journey, and had a police boat come chasing after us!
    Great entertainment... Loved your journey! ❤️

  • @keithm6132
    @keithm6132 Před 3 lety +7

    Breath taking, shaun stands there without a care in the world like he does it everyday, then just laughs hahaha, over the sea to ireland next then mmmm🤔 take care, stay safe 👍

  • @jeffkutz9144
    @jeffkutz9144 Před 3 lety +4

    I really like your use of graphics to explain what you are doing, very well done!!

  • @petermorris6052
    @petermorris6052 Před 3 lety +3

    As one former Naval Person to another, job well done, Shaun!. Looked like a tricky bit of piloting in a narrow boat getting into the lock without tapping either side. 8-)

  • @janettew4399
    @janettew4399 Před 3 lety +3

    Nerves of steel lads!

  • @christineharmon2766
    @christineharmon2766 Před 3 lety +2

    What a rush! Shaun..... cool as a cucumber! That was some tricky and stressful maneuvering!
    Colin.... 1. You’re so smart. Amazed at the knowledge you’ve accumulated. Love it!
    2. View of London Bridge. I get it. I remember the first time I was in a rowboat in the middle of a small lake. It was awesome to see it from the middle rather just the edge. It no comparison to London Bridge but your mind just explodes with amazement. Wow!!
    Beautiful, exciting trip!!! Thank you! And thank you for your gift to make me laugh! Have a joyful, adventurous week!💟💟💟💟💟💟

  • @grahamcroome2109
    @grahamcroome2109 Před 3 lety +3

    What an awesome journey. London from the Thames is amazing. How can you not love London.........Keep up the good work guys.......You have no idea how many of us enjoy your cruising.......

  • @DavidMeggers
    @DavidMeggers Před 3 lety +3

    ...and then repeat it all again the week after, and it keeps going like that for months. Love the scenery, very inspiring. Take care lads.

  • @frenchfancy
    @frenchfancy Před 3 lety +4

    I've just watched your video in Perth Australia, and I have to say that's your best vlog EVER, I loved how excited you both were about London (my home) and I think Sean did absolutely brilliant, you guys made me smile so much and made me miss home. Keep doing what your doing! Because your great. 💞

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you, Simone. Have a great weekend xxx

  • @jimcameron9848
    @jimcameron9848 Před 3 lety +2

    This was was on the best videos yet. The scale and scope of the mighty Thames, the history, the activity, just grand. Great scene between the two of you as you made it past the marina entrance. Well done guys!

  • @margaretbedwell58
    @margaretbedwell58 Před 3 lety +7

    Well done Shaun. An excellent boatman (if that's the right word. I really enjoyed this video and seeing London from this perspective. Thank you both for sharing this experience. Have a Blessed day.

  • @rickfosb
    @rickfosb Před 3 lety +4

    Passed by a rowboat. Glad you had your life vests on!🙏lol.

  • @xeray6032
    @xeray6032 Před 2 lety +3

    Beautiful!!! Way to go on the entry. Very cool Shawn. I love you guys. Back in the early 1980s I was a novice sailor and I double-handed a 28 ft sloop around the Top End of Australia during cyclone season. I loved it!! I also fly. Watching you enter the lock and knowing that your cool demeanour belied all the tweaking and focus on the shifts of forces on the boat was very cool. Thanks for sharing.

  • @meekeykamira2187
    @meekeykamira2187 Před 3 lety +3

    Omg what a ride...it was beautiful...
    Shaun, you too are my hero, that steering of "Silver Fox", was amazing 👏, you are in safe hands ✋ 🙌 Colin....how's Otis?...catch you guys next week 😷😄, stay safe!!🤩😍

  • @10sinbad
    @10sinbad Před 3 lety +3

    Well done lads. You were lucky there was not much traffic on the Thames.

  • @890zg
    @890zg Před 3 lety +3

    now I wanna do it when I visit ... that is so cool ... I need 40 thumbs up option for this vid ... keep safe fellas ...Goran

  • @pamelasmith9784
    @pamelasmith9784 Před 3 lety +2

    Wow I would have been scared loved Sean consentration face he did it perfect xxx

  • @majordolbyscat
    @majordolbyscat Před 3 lety +2

    27:32 Shaun's perfect demonstration of the phrase "To bite one's tongue" This episode is more exciting than an It's a Knockout grand final! Bring on part 2!!

  • @chrisskelhorn5727
    @chrisskelhorn5727 Před 3 lety +3

    I'll admit I was waiting for the clonk! But very well done Shaun! :-)

  • @tommorrison4189
    @tommorrison4189 Před 3 lety +3

    I made the steel moulds for the top of the Cannon Street bridge columns back in the seventies.

  • @travelingliz1072
    @travelingliz1072 Před 3 lety +2

    How many of us were leaning in our seats during that turn?!!!!! Awesome video guys.

  • @jorgeserrarojas5330
    @jorgeserrarojas5330 Před 3 lety +1

    foxes you are The Master and Commanders of the river, love this chapter, love how careful you guys are, keep enjoying and giving us this lovely moments, big hug.

  • @rachelmarshall3235
    @rachelmarshall3235 Před 3 lety +3

    Wow! Loved it! Loved it! ......what a great trip, lovely fellas - took me back to the Ribble Link. I love your planning and risk taking.... going out of a comfort zone to experience what the world has got for you! Loved it! Lots of love to you both.......am off to do my iron woman challenge.......yes, exactly that, the feckin, ironing! 😂❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @tapster9657
    @tapster9657 Před 3 lety +3

    Seeing London by river, shows a whole new dimension to London, as a Londoner, even I was totally amazed when viewing it from the river aspect when doing some river cruises.
    Really enjoyed the video, well done

  • @Jomo1438
    @Jomo1438 Před 3 lety +2

    Many things make you guys admirable, but what I love a LOT is that you tell us you are scared of doing something - already a MAJOR plus - and then, go and DO THE THING YOU ARE AFRAID OF! That is courage. Bravo!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      At least we always survive it (so far) 😛

  • @MrAlphafang
    @MrAlphafang Před 3 lety +2

    Really enjoyed that you two. Big pat on the back for Shaun, well done great job. Looking forward to the return trip.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      It was Colin who spent two months making this happen. I just stood at the tiller and pointed it where he told me 😂

  • @donafarrell4515
    @donafarrell4515 Před 3 lety +5

    Wow that was exciting and suspenseful. I love how calm Shaun is and his expressions behind Colin in the outtakes are priceless. Thanks for another terrific Vlog. 💜

  • @williamterrell13
    @williamterrell13 Před 3 lety +3

    I think BRILLIANT! just about says it all. Fantastic filming and narration. I felt like I was aboard Silver Fox. I am excited for the next part of this adventure. Keep safe boys keep safe!

  • @jezswallow9801
    @jezswallow9801 Před 3 lety +2

    Your best vlog EVER!!!!! I have no words but BRILLIANT! BRILLIANT! BRILLIANT!!!!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you thank you, thank you ❤️

  • @rebeccahfrench7315
    @rebeccahfrench7315 Před 3 lety +2

    You two are a JOY to watch. As you intro’d your journey at the beginning I was excited to see the rest of the vlog and loved being on your journey. Really enjoying working my way through your videos 📺

  • @annkeville8355
    @annkeville8355 Před 3 lety +3

    Love your channel thanks for your historical comments loved the sites of London you take care Richard ann 🐺🐺🐶

  • @tspenceriii
    @tspenceriii Před 3 lety +3

    I was amazed at the lack of traffic on the Thames. Hope your return is as much fun and as uneventful.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Haha! It's the opposite of this one 😂

  • @jloyalstewart
    @jloyalstewart Před 3 lety +1

    Actually stood and applauded when it was clear you were going to make the turn into the lock. It’s really something when you can tell how strong the current are even on video. Congratulations for some spectacular helmsmanship Shaun. Hello from a family of big fans in Washington D.C.!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much, Joshua. We really appreciate that. Love to all the family 👍🙏❤️

  • @katerh3198
    @katerh3198 Před 3 lety +3

    "Don't panic" seems to be me daily with my son too. Well done Shaun.

  • @bowlingbill9633
    @bowlingbill9633 Před 3 lety +3

    Oh my well done guys really interesting loved it! could hear the emotion in your voice when you went under tower bridge. Big hello to Otis 😁.... went for a walk yesterday down the canal at Wheaton Aston and I spotted a lovely boat and what did I see on the side of it ? ...... She's a bickerstaff boat . Little things and all that😁 made my day

  • @locallyn5643
    @locallyn5643 Před 3 lety +3

    Excellent Video guys, you made my day so much brighter, I aways enjoy traveling on choppy waters, must take after my dad who was in the navy. If you keep doing these choppy trips I think Colin will have to have some man nappy's🤣, love the concentration and other expressions on your face Sean when turning into the lock, can't wait now for next installment, take care.💜

  • @nessymon
    @nessymon Před 3 lety +4

    Shaun, you absolute hero, great job x

  • @doncrawford2296
    @doncrawford2296 Před 3 lety +2

    Captain Shaun at the helm 💪

  • @suewalker8454
    @suewalker8454 Před 3 lety +3

    Great video. I really enjoyed this one. My daughter lives in Little Venice. I hope you go that way.
    Great to see Shaun at his best.

  • @tombartolomei4398
    @tombartolomei4398 Před 3 lety +3

    You boys really outdid yourselves this time. Amazing vlog. Epic even!!

  • @rican525ii
    @rican525ii Před 3 lety +2

    Way to go Sean!!! I was holding my breath the whole time! Nervous nelly😂😂😂😂 Beautiful footage of London !!!You both are great !!!

  • @mikeriester8798
    @mikeriester8798 Před 3 lety +2

    Congratulations to Shaun for doing a great job! Glad that Colin seemed to enjoy the trip much more than he expected. Fantastic scenery! So glad you both enjoyed the trip!

  • @rogermoore7505
    @rogermoore7505 Před 3 lety +3

    Shaun, as someone who suffers from PTSD and struggles to understand what my family go through trying to tolerate/support me. I just wanted to say what an absolute star you are in the way you must handle ups and downs with Colin. Each time Colin mentions his mental health it brings tears to my eyes and strikes a chord of acknowledgement. My hat is truly off to you. I did a video for the firefighters charity about PTSD and my condition. Colin you probably know about it, but the Headspace meditation app has helped me no end. Chins up guys.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Hey, Roger. Yeah, I use Headspace. Big respect for the video!

    • @rogermoore7505
      @rogermoore7505 Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat thanks. It was a hard day filming in my garden. Bloody chicken and the dog got in on the act. Even the wife got in on it. Once those cameras roll everyone's an actor, darling.🙄

  • @ellydavis2066
    @ellydavis2066 Před 3 lety +3

    Can you get to Little Venice on the narrowboat or is that a self-contained canal?
    Love how calm Shaun was - took it all in his stride, loving it. As choppy as that was it looks like a fab trip to take, loads to look at. I wouldn't fancy doing it on a week day though. Eek! Oh and the Tower Bridge moment as brilliant, I got choked at how choked and stoked you pair were about it. I could imagine how brilliant it must have been to sail wee Silver Fox in the footsteps of all those famous vessels from olden days .....none of which I can name.

  • @cal7184
    @cal7184 Před 3 lety +3

    Stunning vlog as always! Nice helmsmanship by Captain Sean, tidal Thames conquered with ease! Have a great week & take care.

  • @wolfk4213
    @wolfk4213 Před 3 lety +2

    I said this before, but this is the best yet. The use of music beginning at 5:10 builds in a continuity that pulls the viewer into the excitement which seems a tad oversold in the beginning, but delivers in the shots and the sense of motion that builds up. Then Captain Blood takes over and saves the day. Almost like a movie. That was fun. KUDOS to you both.

    • @janethartwig774
      @janethartwig774 Před 3 lety

      Wolf K The music was PERFECT and added to the excitement of the perilous journey!!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Much appreciated!

  • @robkearton
    @robkearton Před 3 lety +3

    As action adventures go, that was pretty spectacular. Excellent choice of music. Well done for braving and completing the journey.

  • @geoffswinbank9449
    @geoffswinbank9449 Před 3 lety +4

    This past month or more, I have been a wishing, and a hoping and a praying that you'd take this journey into London. When you first entered the Thames - all those weeks ago - I really did hope that this would be end result. Absolutely fantastic! I was there with you all in spirit and feeling the joy of the moment. Well done fellas. Great job. I can't wait to see the next installment. This must have been a very big day for you all. I bet you were all knackered at the end of it? Anyways...just wanted to say thank you for another fantastic production. Keep up the good work. Sail safe boys. Greetings from Perth, Western Australia.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much, Geoff! Next week is very different despite us starting on the same stretch 👍🏻

  • @alisonb4898
    @alisonb4898 Před 3 lety +2

    So glad you let us come along with you on this journey x

  • @michaelkey3915
    @michaelkey3915 Před 3 lety +2

    That was some great skill to handle those currents and not get smashed against the wall. While watching I was on the edge of my seat and just hoping you wouldn't hit. Great job guys!

  • @barbara303
    @barbara303 Před 3 lety +4

    I'm watching from Vancouver on Canada's west coast, Colin your commentaries are fabulous. Shaun, my husband was a bus driver too, calm and collected like you. You and Colin are amazing, thank you both for the wonderful videos. Happy sailing!

  • @sadieals
    @sadieals Před 3 lety +3

    Shaun .... what can I say? You did great 🎖 hope you rewarded yourself with a glass or two🍷

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      To be fair, Colin did all the hard work, planning, researching, making the calls, navigating, piloting, radios, filming, editing, and making sure I steered the right way. 😂

    • @sadieals
      @sadieals Před 3 lety

      @@FoxesAfloatYes, he did shout a few directions didn't he.....haha

  • @chrisbeebeer
    @chrisbeebeer Před 3 lety +1

    Well done Sean, thank god you’re the calm one, not sure how you’d manage if you were as nervous as Colin. A match made in heaven.

  • @susanseller5825
    @susanseller5825 Před 3 lety +2

    What an experiance you took us on, pleased Shaun was steering us, he was brill. Great to see all those sights from a very different view, thank you. At least we have a week to settle before the return journey xx

  • @mungmungie
    @mungmungie Před 3 lety +3

    Here's to nightmares and heroes! Great video!

  • @johnowen5968
    @johnowen5968 Před 3 lety +3

    That was some fine boating Boys. Can't wait for next week!!!

  • @Clutching.My.Pearls
    @Clutching.My.Pearls Před 2 lety +1

    Skill, calm, and patience are a must for handling a boat. Excellent job Shaun.

  • @kiki070799
    @kiki070799 Před 3 lety +2

    Loved remembering the only portion of the Thames I’ve been on as an American tourist on holiday. Someday I want to spend more than a week in your beautiful country. In the meantime, I have to make due with your fantastic videos.

  • @keithemerson6187
    @keithemerson6187 Před 3 lety +3

    Great job Shaun. I Love London

  • @craigja1667
    @craigja1667 Před 3 lety +3

    Nice one lads !!!

  • @JefElder
    @JefElder Před 3 lety +2

    Excellent mastery, skipper ! I loved the calm of Sean while Colin was on the verge of panicking. I really enjoyed this adventure of yours but it was too short ! It reminded me of times when I used to sail alongside the Loire river, from the ocean to the city of Nantes. You 2 are really gentle persons, take the best care of you and be always happy, you deserve it. Jef, a Frenchman in Asia.

  • @silverdon55
    @silverdon55 Před 3 lety +1

    Sean, what a perfect vision of the calm seafarer at the helm. Such adventurous lads. Missed Otis but good choice to keep him in for this adventure. Love the tour coming down and looking forward to upriver. Slower of course. Thanks for the trip as always. Be safe lads.

  • @kenplatt7332
    @kenplatt7332 Před 3 lety +3

    You guys crack me up I love watching these videos your both a ray of sunshine