Haha, I can imagine your wifes relief too. Cheers Tom. Id love to do some of the French canals though. The boat has very little space to store things and I prefer a minimalist, uncluttered, lifestyle. Not good to have a boat you totally cant use. After a windstorm dropped a large branch near the house, I bought a cheap pair of chisels and decided to make a stool. Glad you like the videos. Lorna, aka The London Boat Girl visited our boat at Crick with David Johns of Cruising The Cut. Always been fascinated by canal cruising. Again, thank you so much David. Boaters do pay an annual fee to the Canal and River Trust which covers provision of waste disposal services etc. Hopefully 2021 will bring some good news, lets cross our fingers and wait. But you must be happy in doing them. Hey guys, welcome back to the channel!I am your host and in this video, I am going to inform you about the YouTube channel Cruising The Cut.You ought to have. There were narrated cruising videos, informational videos about buying and maintaining a narrowboat and even some documentary style videos (Coal Finger is a great example, watch it below if you havent already!). Oh, I can imagine just how your wife is pleased! Then, two days before Christmas both my parents who are in their late 60s fell ill with Covid-19. My wife and I really enjoyed your show on Amazon Prime and hope to see another season. Take care. GO FOR IT. At the time of writing, it has well over 200,000 subscribers and some of the highest viewed videos among narrowboat vloggers. Damian. Why dont you have an electric engine?You do find some hybrid boats on the canal (see vlog 69 I did about just such a craft and also vlog 244 which was all about electric boats vs diesel) and electric running certainly is appealing especially when the boats just sitting in a lock but it seems a bit of an odd system with the massive battery bank and a diesel generator just to gain a bit of electric movement. Only in peak summertime are you likely to approach the solar panels maximum output and even then only when the sun is high.In spring and autumn, any solar is very variable and in winter its negligible plus the hours of daylight are much shorter too and the angle of the sun much lower (Its not always possible to angle the panels at the sun and even so, the other factors mean the resulting power will be far less than in summer).On an average 57 foot narrowboat you have space for about 2.3kW of solar. Thats calculated as 40 feet / 12m usable roof length at absolute max, assuming you dont store anything else up there (which most boaters do) and that you dont want to get on the roof during lock maneouvres (which again most boaters do) x about 1.6m width which you dont want to overhang else the panels may get shredded when you go through some bridge holes or tunnels.Using high output 400W LG Neon solar panels (1m x 2m dimensions), youll get 6 panels max = 2.4kW maximum theoretical output. Anyway, all the very best for which ever path, or should I say canal, you decide to take. This gets stirred up each time a boat goes by and then hangs in the water so it looks dirty.The CRT do dredge parts of the canals occasionally but its an expensive business so sadly there isnt enough dredging done. Thank you. September 12, 2021 at 11:23 am. Hi David Because youve now become a global celebrity, Ill bet you that theres several CTC fans out there willing to buy your bettie for at least ten times what shes worth. I just wanted to say thanks for these videos. The simplicity in the way theyre edited and narrated. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. Lovely to hear of your three year old enjoying the videos too :-). I hope to feel more energised about it all after a couple of months not doing it! I will look forward to any other up and coming projects, excursions or hobbies you choose to do and film. What happens if you overstay on a mooring?The CRT have towpath rangers who patrol and note down boat licence numbers and dates; they will issue an overstay notice requiring you to move if you hang around too long. For me, it was woodworking (specifically with handtools to start). My best wishes. Cheers. Im all up to seeing more documentary type videos. Theyre really not designed for water thats not totally flat calm, and typically have holes in the hull (eg for sink waste outlets or engine cooling vents) just a few inches above the waterline so any waves could easily flood the boat. Glad you enjoy them! The drone is required to be in visual range and control at all times, in the UK regulations.If you stop the boat to operate the drone (which would also necessitate bringing it to the side of the canal so as to be out of the way in case of further boats passing) then by the time youve brought the drone back and landed it and set off again, the situation ahead may have changed anyway.Plus there are so many blind corners and twisty bits on most of the canals, youd never get anywhere for always stopping. Watch with Prime. I havent done enough of the canals to be able to happily recommend somewhere; also everyones requirements are different.Plus hirers tend to do one of the standard circular routes so they end up back where theyve started, whereas Ive just dawdled my way on the various canals as Ive seen fit so my experience isnt similar to a hirer.Most hirers want to know about site-seeing places and which pubs to visit and on that front Im a dead loss as well as I just dont go to them. This series presents it beautifully. They have lost their commitment and become the prisoners of their camera, patrons and schedule. Looking forward to watching more. A thruster could come in handy for tight spots in some marinas but generally its not a necessary item but a luxury so its not on my must have list. There are no speed police or radar traps on the canals however; its more the ire of other boaters that you will incur though Im sure if a CRT officer saw you zooming along theyd note your boat registration number (which is required to be clearly visible) and send you a suitable letter. Happy new year. By the way, there may be a shed load of boat tubers out there, but none of them have the professionalism (and dulcet tone!) Your best bet is to phone a few, get a feel for what they offer, and ask around on the canal forums to see which ones people whove used them recommend. Sorry to see you go but you have to do what you have to do. David was once a local news reporter for a major TV channel in the UK and did this for over a decade, as well as working on local radio. Ive been deactivated from facebook, so will be going to this site to see your latest vlogs and videos. Starting in Peterborough, I took the boat off the River Nene and onto the Middle Level Navigations. Best of luck to you regardless of how you spend this coming year. Buy HD $0.99. To be clear, the recipe is buttered bread, with ingredients as just described, and thats it.I absolutely loathe mayo or any similar gunge, and I dont like salt, pepper or suchlike either. The steerers will wave and say hello when they pass each other, that is when the back of one boat passes the back of the other. Would definitely find it so interesting on the restoration of the canals and anything else you wish to get into. My suspicion, like you, is that this virus situation isnt going away any time soon so next season is looking unlikely. I suspect you may be referring to the tune on the Prime Video episodes. Many, possibly most, have multi-fuel stoves which burn coal or wood and they will keep a boat so toasty youll have the windows open in mid-winter! Cheers, P.S. It has been known to happen but generally only in severe weather and often when a nearby river or stream overflows into the canal rather than the canal itself overfilling. In her own words "I sold my house and bought a narrowboat in East London. Hi David, A couple of years ago there was extensive winter damage on some of the northern canals due to flooding which even raised up boats onto the towpath and left them there once the waters receeded. We hope to someday cruise the narrowboat canals for holiday in UK as we are from Washington State. We are in the sad situation of having our own boat, which we normally spent 6 months a year on, but are no longer able to do so due to the virus. Vlog 275: Cruising the Canute. Since July 2015, the Cruising the Cut YouTube channel has become one of the most successful narrowboat and canal boat based channels on the platform. Starring David Johns Subtitles English [CC] Audio languages English Watch for $0.00 with Prime Watch with Prime Start your 30-day free trial Buy Episode 1 HD $0.99 However, like what some other popular Narrowboat Youtubers have done, this isnt a traditional TV show but an Amazon Prime series of videos that you can buy and watch. I, too, went through a similar mental encounter when I went out one day with my motorcycle. We do get lots of houseflies and occasional wasps etc but theyre just the normal summertime pests. Really pleased the vlogs have been useful. We had a very similar experience when, on a sunny day in late March, David Johns came to visit us and record an episode for his canal-based vlog Cruising the Cut. The reason I'm blogging about this is that in October 2019 the vloger, former TV presenter David Johns*, came to Liverpool to experience crossing the Mersey estuary in a narrow boat. Thank you Iris. First of all may I say what a relief it must be that your parents are feeling better; that kind of worry is the last thing you need on top of that stemming from your job, a degree of stress that I cannot even begin to imagine. After a few tough early minutes, St. John's kicked the defense and offense into high gear, earning a 94-59 exhibition win in their last tu Cast & Crew. David, I totally support the decisions and conclusions you have made in regard to your personal life and how it intertwines with your Youtube Channel. He chucked his job, sold his house, bought an old school, live-aboard fifty-six foot "narrow boat," and started chugging along . Its just that the focus of the content has changed. I will be back later in the year, all being well. I have to say, they were the sunshine of my day, the sugar in my tea and such a welcome break, here in Seattle. John Lennon and first wife Cynthia had a son, Julian, who was born in 1963 and was believed to be the inspiration for three Beatles' songs Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds (1967), Hey Jude (1968 . I presume the climate here just isnt warm enough for great clouds of them that you might find in other countries. Those canals look very narrow, are they one-way?Very, very few bits of the canal network are so narrow that you can only get one boat through. Just for the record, I once tried to find a book shop in Nuneaton (none) it is not only the canal full of crap! We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. I started watching the series on amazon and was really interested. There are no mains electricity points along the canal network other than in marinas (though I one of the Welsh canals has power points for a fleet of electric hire boats see vlog 169 but this is unusual). Lets find out together. I work for the emergency services and have been flat out since this pandemic started, and frankly Im exhausted. Regards, David. I have enjoyed immensely those videos I have seen, but understand your need to recharge. It could disturb other boaters or I could bang into things, even with the bow light on. The water tank under my well deck is huge and takes up the space where a thruster would go (plus the thruster would need its own battery and new charging wires run throughout the length of the boat from the engine room). My wife was very glad that I hadnt brought up the topic. Cheers. You take care of yourself, stay safe and stay healthy and enjoy getting away and doing something interesting FOR YOU. I hope you enjoy your next project, whatever it might be! I have enjoyed listening to David Johns as he experienced his travels of the a English canals and becoming adept maneuvering his narrow boat. You are very good at it. Its fairly foolish to do so though, so most people will either try it out with friends whove done it before, pay for narrowboat experience days, or even go on a one or two day RYA Inland Waterways helmsmans course. Rest and see how you feel. Very peaceful and pleasant. Firstly, its unlikely a cordless drill would have sufficient power; a lot of the mechanisms can be very stiff indeed hence needing a decent length of handle on the windlass to get the appropriate leverage. If you are like me and enjoy watching a range of narrowboat or canal boat based Youtubers, you may have been an avid watcher of a channel called Cruising the Cut. Wow, loved watching and then the end. At a push, I will eat pickle in it as well but its not something I add by default.And no, the sandwich is not grilled, that seems to be an American thing. At first I was able to help with the locks etc . Living in N.Ireland we used to visit my granny over in England and the absolute highlight for me every year was a visit to Foxton Locks. Bear in mind the boats pivot in the middle so as you turn, the back end is going out. It dawned on me that if you considered selling or auctioning off your iconic celebrity cannalboat along with an autographed DVD package of her amazing heartfelt journeys. Where does the water come from to supply the canals? All of these videos were very well presented and enjoyed by many! Ive watched all the youtube stuff now. These wont be appearing on Prime (anything after about vlog 201 isnt on Prime) but will be on this website and YouTube. Its got loads of very expert people who chip in but the only thing you have to watch is that sometimes the discussions veer (quickly) wildly off on a tangent, which is unhelpful, or occasionally descend into vitriolic arguments. However, time has come, you need to change up some stuff to bring the adventure and fun back into what you do. Plus I have recently (vlog 139 onwards) taken to adding specific Google Map links to my start and end points for each video. They can advise you of everything and answer any query about good routes for hirers.Just google uk canal boat hire or have a look at places like Black Prince, Kate Boats and so on. How very splendid! And even if I zoomed in from above it doesnt really tell you anything useful about the place. Come back when a fresh wind carries with it some new found enchantment. Hello! It isnt as if you dont have options to rejuvenate that emphatic character and spirit.. That said, the canal limit is 4mph but really, thats too fast. Can I sent you a gift, whats your address?Thats a very kind thought and thank you but although I did once, several years ago, accept an unsolicited gift (a hoodie), I now prefer not to receive items and politely decline such offers though I really do appreciate the sentiment. Documentary 2019. Bicycle Touring Pro: Darren Alff: website | cruising the cut david johns channel Blogger >. WARNING - GRAPHIC CONTENT Gemma Rowlands was sentenced to 14 months in prison . I came to love the canals when I was 73 and if it were not for the fact that I live on the west coast of Canada and now too long of tooth to try an international relocation to live on the canals, you have provided me with hours and hours of vicarious pleasure for which I am most grateful. Lorna is not my wife, it was a little joke I made in one of the videos because we see so much of each other, and a lot of people thought I was serious. Dont give up! Cheers. . Meanwhile: best wishes for the new year, stay healthy and safe! 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