#77 - Why You SHOULDN'T Buy a Widebeam...And Why You Should
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In this video, we talk about the upsides and downsides of living and moving on a widebeam boat. It's not all tea and biscuits you know. Sorry, we don't have any cruising footage because the weather is so bad that we'd be fools to move. We promise that the next video will contain lots of canal footage.
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@Lucysmom26 4 роки тому
Almost didn't watch this, and no idea why UKposts is recommending it to me but gave it a watch as bored af in lockdown and you two are frickin hilarious. Subbed.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
This might be the best comment we've ever had. So proud of it, we pinned it.
@brigittedossor8167 4 роки тому
My son and I laughed so hard listening to Eric in the background that I need to watch it again for content. Great to hear your laughs too.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Eric is the real star
@doittoday1 3 роки тому
You guys are hilarious 😂so glad to see people living their best life. Much love from the US.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thank you so much
@matty6848 3 роки тому
Amazing how many Americans watch British UKposts channels. You guys seem to love our narrow boats and canal system, which is great. Maybe it’s all the history behind the canals that many find fascinating. We take them for granted because their everywhere, but the history behind them is really interesting.
@NewsThatMatterUsa Рік тому
@@matty6848i am also an American I wish I could see them first hand . The canals and the lifestyle seams like an amazing adventure. And your right the history is a huge part but it’s so much more then that .
@barneyandrews3173 4 роки тому
We followed a family on a beautiful wide beam last year down the K and A. Interesting to watch. We were all squished in and they were sprawled out like royalty. Nice to watch guys, thanks!
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thanks, Barney. We were on the K and A last year too
@carlamortlock 3 роки тому
This was such a great video so informative and absolutely too funny for words. I love the snoring in the background 🤣 thanks made my day
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
You are welcome, Carla. Glad you enjoyed it
@WidebeamandWellingtons 2 роки тому
Just re-watched this one, had completely forgotten about condensation in the fuel tank, we have a fuel leak, which we're waiting to be fixed, so have kept our fuel low on purpose as we don't want it leaking in to the water but guess this could give us more problems! So glad I watched again! ❤️
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
You can always add an additive that guards against diesel bug while the tank is empty. Look in a chandlers or buy it on Amazon
@kernowrock555 4 роки тому
You two are hilarious ! I am going to miss Eric's snoring , bless him x.. As I am single, I've been looking at shorter widebeams, not many out there ... but they are maybe the best of both worlds.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
You can get them shorter and they are easier to manage. Thank you for mentioning Eric. We'll miss him too
@terencejay8845 3 роки тому
@@michaelb2388 What I need then is a 50ft coracle. With a 7ft 6" headroom.
@maxheadroom7687 4 роки тому
Just found your channel....really great fun and lots of useful observations! As an ex Pom living in Australia it’s great to get a taste of canal life from two fun people...subscribed!👍🇦🇺😎
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thanks, Stephen. Glad you found us
@nighttime64 3 роки тому
I laughed so hard over your calendar description that i choked on my tea, decided i have to subscribe, i watch a lot of the channels you mentioned, your my first wide beam channel. Hope you tube let me know a new video is up, used to get updates get nothing now i have no idea why
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thanks for subbing! We hope you enjoy all our other vlogs
@Idle-Days 4 роки тому
An entertaining and informative episode; very welcome on this rather dire winters day.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thank you and glad you enjoyed it
@islandwitt1 2 роки тому
Was having a sleepless stress morning so popped onto UKposts for a mental break and found this lovely funny video. Thank you so much for the laughs. Subscribed. 👍🏻❤️
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
Glad you enjoyed the vlog and we helped you relieve some stress
@sharonrozier4984 3 роки тому
The pantry and the size is great! Love it!!!! And hiding from family doesn't always work but you guys have mastered it. You guys must be great navigators giving the size of the bridges i have seen. Keep us informed! Love ya!
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thanks so much!! We will always take you along for the ride, Sharon
@pamelasullivan1243 3 роки тому
We are moving on to the canal for continuous cruising and I loved this. It will be a wide beam :-)) Thankyou and great video.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Our pleasure! See you on the canals, Pamela
@juliecrossingham7187 4 роки тому
We loved your vlog & agree with everything you said about pro’s & con,s of wide beams, we have now joined the wide beam lovers as we took delivery of our Canterbury yesterday, 27 February, it’s amazing we waited 2 years to get it , look forward to seeing you on the cut guys.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Hi Julie, you are lucky. The new Canterbury's are amazing. See you on the cut.
@rosemary5531 4 роки тому
A lovely video. Thank you. Your pooch has obviously heard it all before so took the opportunity to snooze all the way through! Lovely. Thank you again.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Glad you enjoyed it!
@debbiewhitman7699 3 роки тому
Very helpful looking forward to seeing your calendar
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Debbie, no one wants to see that. The world is not ready
@Charlienmeg 3 роки тому
I'm watching this at 3.45am with my headphones on because my husband is snoring and he's driving me crazy. I may as well have stayed in bed 😂
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Did the snoring synchronize in a cacophony of noise, like Phil Spector's famous wall of sound?
@quest2outdoors 2 роки тому
I think it’s the dog snoring🤣🤣🤣
@peterstathus8079 4 роки тому
Well done, really shows off your personalies! Hello Eric!
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thank you, Peter
@JCDiamond 4 роки тому
The best part of this video was Eric! I thought this was a great and informative video. The one thing you didn't mention that I thought of was that with a widebeam you have issues at tunnels sometimes because obviously someone can't pass you. I watched David's video - your home seems to well laid out and cozy! Thanks for sharing - especially the adorable pictures at the end.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thanks, Justine. We have to book passage trough some, and others are short enough to see to the end. Some operate on a traffic light system too.
@mauramason6273 3 роки тому
Thank you for the festive tips. We want to retire, leave the US and travel throughout Europe mostly inland. We are pretty sold on a wide beam, but I wonder about going across the Channel in it. We have a lot to learn, glad we found your site, you two are such fun! ☮️🌞
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Crossing the channel would probably invalidate your insurance unless you got a pilot and had your fuel tank cleaned. Good luck, Maura
@redfox05nl Рік тому
Can you use a widebeam on the canals in Europe? I heard it's much more restrictive? New to it, so hopefully I heard wrong?
@waywed 4 роки тому
You two are a laugh a minute. Pure joy in a gloomy world. Thank you!
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thank you for the lovely comment
@robbiehewitt5772 4 роки тому
Nice video. You guys are a hoot! Wow, great boat. What a lifestyle. I only seen these canals on a tv show recently in Australia. Boats that go across water bridges, incredible engineering. Thanks, enjoyed and got a laugh. I'll be watching more for sure! Best wishes
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed them, Robbie
@katherinekelly5380 8 місяців тому
I love hearing Eric snoring - I’m watching this in 2023 and my dog is snoring as well - stereo sound puppy snores rule! And watch a great memory this vlog is of Eric
@WeirontheMove 8 місяців тому
We miss his snoring, but at least we can hear the TV now
@neilwelch7273 3 роки тому
Very entertaining, I’m thinking about getting afloat and if this is what it does to you I can’t wait. Happy cruising.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Glad you enjoyed it, Neil
@bondman21 4 роки тому
Great couple, will watch some more for the sheer joy. Happy cruising. Ps. Can’t wait for the calendar!
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thanks so much! 😊
@davidbrown7769 4 роки тому
Thanks for a great vlog cheered me up . Loved the way you kept the snoring in. 😊
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
To be honest, David, we couldn't keep it out
@daveslife9486 3 роки тому
Loved the video and especially the cavalier snoring in the background. I lost my Blenheim cavalier last year and I miss not being able to hear the TV ☺️
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Sorry to hear that, Dave. We lost Eric in May this year
@daveslife9486 3 роки тому
@@WeirontheMove I am sorry to hear that, I had no idea I've just started to follow you. They leave a big hole when they go don't they 😔
@mickd6942 4 роки тому
Map room ' kitchen love it lol My missis's kitchen doubles as my e bike repair work shop from time to time
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
I bet she loves that! Thank you for taking the time to make comments, Mike. It's really appreciated
@ainsliejones3764 10 місяців тому
Answered a lot of questions thank you. Very interesting.
@WeirontheMove 10 місяців тому
Your welcome
@AndySjostrom 3 роки тому
Hi, from New Bern, North Carolina USA. I've been watching a lot of the narrows boat owners here on you tube for quite some time now as I'm planning to build an American version of your wide beam narrows boats of course my biggest problem is finding a place to build my boat from scratch as I live in an apartment complex with a massively large yard however when the complex owners found out what I wanted to do they promptly stipulated in my lease that there would be no boat building taking place on the property. So, for now I watch people like you that own their boats and dream of one day building my boat. Of course once I do find the place to build my boat construction from start to launch will take about 3 months. Using plywood and kevlar for the hull and cabin area of a 15'X80' Dutch midship helm design. once I have built the boat the plan is to launch and sale it around the great loop here in the states covering the Inter coastal waterway (ICW) up the Mississippi river to the great lakes over and down through New York and back out on to the ICW and south to North Carolina. Than spend the rest of my days using the boat as a charter boat for people that want a nice get away place to go to.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Sounds like an interesting plan, Andy. 15 x 80 is a great size. You could even live on her
@glasloganfarm8944 4 роки тому
Very informative. And quite hilarious! Thank you!
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
You are very welcome
@ollvebranch 3 роки тому
Great to watch. Informative and funny. Thanks guys!
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Duececoupe 3 роки тому
Love the video....most excellent! Fair few chuckles....😆😂 Had to like and subscribe, how could I not! Greetings from a Swede up in Glasgow! 🍻
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Awesome! Thank you!
@pmjwhite 3 роки тому
Loved the video! We're in the first stages of purchasing a widebeam which will be our second boat for the winter. Our first boat is a 40' sailing catamaran in the med which we use during the summer. One interesting thing we've come across is a boat offering an "incinerating toilet" - just empty the ash every few weeks - have you guys ever come across the like?
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
We've seen a narrowboat with two incinerating toilets. They are called Cinderella toilets.
@davejones5805 2 роки тому
My wife and I are considering selling up and buying a boat. My wife has a lot of the same concerns you've mentioned - we'd look at being around Cambridge (Great Ouse). You guys have given an great insight - thank you
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
You are welcome, Dave. You should visit Crick Boat show this year
@davejones5805 2 роки тому
@@WeirontheMove Brilliant advice - thank you
@liverpoolscottish6430 Рік тому
@@WeirontheMove Thank you for posting this insight into the practicalities of living on a widebeam boat. I am in the early stages of considering selling my house- a 1930 3 bedroom semi, and downsizing to a WB boat. It would enable me to be mortgage free- which would be a huge plus. What are the running costs like for a WB in terms of diesel, and heating the boat? How expensive are they to moor up for an extended period? I've never handled a canal boat previously, how difficult are they to handle? How much would it cost me to black the hull on a WB? Is it correct that it must be blacked every 4-5 years? I would be extremely grateful for your advice and guidance! Thank you! :)
@WeirontheMove Рік тому
@@liverpoolscottish6430 We did a vlog about the running costs. You should take a helmsman's course on handling a boat. They are excellent. The blacking depends o what product you use. Some are every three years, while others every five to seven years. The price reflects the product, but it is cheaper if you do the blacking yourself. It also depends on where you get it done because it's more expensive down south. You can spend anything from £600 to £2000.
@Pmjs Рік тому
I've had 3 Blenheim Cavalier's. It was nice to see your wee Eric.
@WeirontheMove Рік тому
We wish he was still with us
@Pmjs Рік тому
@@WeirontheMove I feel the same with my Skye&Prince.
@josephinehemingwaysa3071 3 роки тому
loved you two ! what a fresh breath of river air! I'm a newbie and a girl on me own.....how difficultis it to manage a Widebeam on your own - i e when cruising do people help with locks etc and what woud you recommend one does to get some boat- know how. I want to move about a bit and wondering if, for a first boat, would you recommend a wide beam or a dutch barge. i am not a sissy and not afraid to paddle my own canoe but dont want to take out the nearest narrowboat the first time I go through a lock. whats the ideal size of a widebeam if you want space and manoeuvrability. could you think of doing a programme on pros and cons of different mooring options. ie constant cruise v permanent mooring v leisure mooring. costs and practicalities. that would be great !
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Hi Josephine. We know many continuous cruisers that are both female and solo boaters. I think for your first boat you should go with your own preference but size wise, we preferred an 11 x 65 to give us more room in locks and narrow parts of the canal. We have done a costs of living on a boat episode, but the comparisons between the different types of moorings is an interesting idea.
@ALifeFullofMeaning 4 роки тому
Love the video! You both mad me chuckle with your comments about water tank / water usage. By the way was that photo of the dodgy bend near Bletchley? If so, Glenn hates that one and struggles to get round it in a narrowboat!
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
We're just about to sit down and watch yours, Lisa. Glad you enjoyed the vlog.
@andreaamer1183 2 місяці тому
Absolutely brilliant vlog! My husband and i are used to living off grid in the wilderness up North Ontario, Canada. We have loved living the life but we are moving back to the UK this year and we would really love to live on a widebeam. We don't mind whereabouts we live in the UK. We want 2 bedrooms for the same reasons as you both. We have 3 gorgeous grown up children ,30, 2 x 23yr Olds. We all miss eachother too much and of course we have a beautiful 2.5yr old grandson so we want to be the base when they can come for the wkend, drop in for the night ect. I know prices will have changed since 3yrs ago but it still offers us a cheaper and a lifestyle that we can move our scenery or our home at any time. Going to have a look at your lovely home now and more up-to-date vlogs . Keep the dry sense of humour going and your dog is gorge 😂
@WeirontheMove 2 місяці тому
Good luck with your floating dream. See you on the cut
@niklar55 Рік тому
😊👍 You could get to the north canal system via the Kings Lyn to Boston link, across the Wash! .
@WeirontheMove Рік тому
Thanks for the tip!
@vv5171 4 роки тому
Great entertaining video! I thought the background noise was a cat purring. Our 120# rescue dog really snores like trooper. Keep up the good work.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
We get used to it and don't hear it anymore. Thank you for watching.
@femalism1715 2 роки тому
Thank you for this video! Excellent advice.
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
You are so welcome!
@mikeboone4425 Місяць тому
You 2 are great glad we stumbled over you 2 love the the canal boats . I'm curious do you know of any one who has a narrow boat and a wide boat some one who does not need to worry about there bill's and loves the boating life.
@WeirontheMove Місяць тому
Not to our knowledge. We know plenty of narrow boaters and widebeame owners but not couples who have both
@rowlandclark1015 3 роки тому
First boat was a 60’ Piper Wide, now I’m on a 45 narrow. Love both styles. Yes good and not so good with both. But still loving the life style.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
That's the thing, Rowland, it's all about the lifestyle that counts, not what mode of transport you use.
@taber247 3 роки тому
After all that I had to Subscribe, despite the fact that all future vids will only be one of you holding divorce papers reminisscing about friends you use to have. Informative, amusing, enjoyable, and the dog snored through it all.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thank you for subscribing. And for the kind comments
@jacobsalihu4721 7 місяців тому
Awesome episode, totally enjoyed it 🙌👍
@WeirontheMove 7 місяців тому
Glad you enjoyed it
@patsyporter1266 4 роки тому
HAAA FOR A MINUTE I THOUGHT YOUR ENGINE WAS RUNNING, THE DOG!
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
I wish. He makes a lot of noise
@tara1971able 10 місяців тому
You two are really funny.. and the information was useful! Thank you and best wishes on your travels.
@WeirontheMove 10 місяців тому
Thanks so much!
@jiloute22 4 роки тому
Very interesting and informative video, especially very humorous, I look forward to 2021 to see the calendar
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thanks, Jean-Louis. You'll get your copy
@kevinhowlett4097 4 роки тому
Oh I know that 90 degree bend well. going north out of Fenny Stratford on GU. We are living on a 60 x 10 and cruise the 15 miles of Grand Union, lock free as often as we can. Currently based in Milton Keynes Marina. Loving your videos BTW.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Hi Kevin, is that the marina by Woughton on the Green? If so, we moored outside when we came through in the late autumn/early winter. Glad you like the videos. Stay safe
@kevinhowlett4097 4 роки тому
@@WeirontheMove Hi guys. Peartree Bridge which is the one you are thinking about! We were complete newbies (never driven a boat in our lives) and sold up.... bought our widebeam and navigated 58 miles and 69 locks from Alperton to Milton Keynes in 8 days. Your videos (55ish to 70 something) take us back to the time we did this in November 2017. We remember so many locks, pubs, cafes etc... absolutely brilliant. I was corresponding with you when you launched your first video as the similarities were uncanny and I completely related to your exploits. I just wish I had the nerve to video myself and make brilliant vlogs like you have done... but we had no video camera and I was absolutely petrified whilst driving the boat and it was cold, frosty, wet and windy... (the best cruising weather). Again, loving your footage, take care and hope to correspond soon. Kevin
@artful_dodger59 3 роки тому
This was fantastic! We've been researching boat living for a few months, and have learned more in your videos than all the 'wide vs narrow' forum brawlery partaken over said months ...Thank you for taking time to create and disseminate this goodness! Your wide beam evangelism has us leaning overwhelmingly wide. I'm thinking large American flags fore and aft will encourage people to rethink their issuing of unpleasant epitaphs as we pass in the narrow parts?
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Glad it was helpful! Hopefully we'll see you out on the cut one day. Good luck and if you need to know anything, just ask
@artful_dodger59 3 роки тому
@@WeirontheMove Thank you so much! I really appreciate that. Very kind ... And, I just want to make sure you know, the stuff about the flag was sarcasm. Due to logistics, it is a hardship to live so far away and try to plan, so your insights are very valuable. Safe travels! 🙏
@traceyweedon2234 4 роки тому
OMG ! I love my dogs but don’t think I could put up with the snoring 😴 lol Beautiful video love you guys ❤️
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Hi, Tracey, we can barely put up with his snoring. It's a bit like living next to the runway at Heathrow
@traceyweedon2234 4 роки тому
🤣😂🤣👍🏻🐶❤️
@tanyamaxwell-stewart7928 4 роки тому
I am a new vlog watcher have really enjoyed your banter and the sound effect (Eric) Wonderful
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Good to have you onboard, Tanya
@Urbanfux Рік тому
Fantastic tips! And that snoring 😂 Very funny vid, thank you 💚💜
@WeirontheMove Рік тому
Glad you enjoyed!
@alicewilson1874 3 роки тому
Catching up on older ones but, too funny. When I purchased my motor home, the pull out (automated) bedroom a must, to WALK AROUND THE BED lol
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Glad you enjoy the vlogs, Alice
@Okimyhome 4 роки тому
Greetings from Okinawa 😎. Just stumbled on to your video and I love it. You both have a great sense of humor 😂. Thank you for sharing your adventure.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Greetings to Okinawa. Isn't that the home of Karate. I'm sure Gichin Funakoshi was born there? Thank you for watching the vlogs. We're glad you enjoyed it
@Okimyhome 4 роки тому
Weir on the Move Yes that’s correct. My last boss studied his style at a local dojo. Happy sailing or canal-ing that is laidback boating 😎 I love it.
@paulmarkham2197 10 місяців тому
I was under the impression some locks were too narrow for wide beams? Brilliant video by the way.😂
@WeirontheMove 10 місяців тому
Some locks are too narrow but they are classed as narrow canals. We only cruise on widebeam canals with double locks. Glad you liked the vlog!
@Samantha-xr4mx 3 місяці тому
😂😂 just found you guys .. love the information and giggles!! How much would you say approx per week or per month it is to run your boat in the winter time. Thanks you 2 and Eric 😊
@WeirontheMove 2 місяці тому
It's about £30 to £40 per week, Samantha
@PNEKarl 4 роки тому
Keep on rockin' guys! Loved it :-)
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Or not, as the case may be.
@timmy5521 2 роки тому
Hi Guys, thank you for the video it was brilliant. I'm currently looking into living on a boat full time. The Mrs isn't fully sold yet, the issue is we have 2 children. Penelope 3 and Emily 6, we have a canal half a mile from our rented property and wa Ted to stay as local as possible. I see you can stop upto 2 weeks in one spot near us but wondered how far you would have to move after the 2 weeks and how long until you could return? Best of luck Liam
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
Hi, it depends on the area. Typically, you have to move about a mile each time, and the CRT say it has to be meaningful travel, so 1 mile then another and so on. You can return to the same spot, but the CRT spotter needs to log that you have moved, so it's best to get spotted in each location. Generally there is a non-return for 2 week policy, but that does differ on each stretch. Some mooring have signs saying no return for 28 days.
@timmy5521 2 роки тому
@@WeirontheMove Thanks I can maybe make that work. I've actually just started volunteering for the CRT as a lock keeper. Maybe they will let it slip slightly 😂. Safe travels 👍
@andrewhaig4818 4 роки тому
What a fantastic video a real genuine happy couple Thoroughly enjoyed this video couldn’t stop laughing with you looking forward to the next one
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Than you, Andrew. We try our best
@colmornane5684 4 роки тому
Hi Julie and Mark, Great job another great video! Julie, I think you have shown great restraint, I would have at least given mark an elbow. I do have a question though, as the wide beam is a much bigger boat than a narrow boat, do you have a bigger engine to push the extra mass along or are they all the same? Regards a Fan from Aus.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Hi Col, we have a 75 horsepower engine. Narrowboats have around 30 to 40 HP
@thenarrowboatgirl 4 роки тому
Great Video and love your boat x x
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Glad you liked it. We're just about to sit down and watch yours
@mickd6942 4 роки тому
Love the banter between you two
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Hi Mick, who says it's banter...
@stevesrepairs3815 4 роки тому
Thanks for another great vlog but I think that the lack of rocking is because of the bolster pillow and water lol. Great to see and hear Cptn Eric. All the best, Stevie
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Thanks, Stevie.Glad you enjoyed it.
@robertashton7940 4 роки тому
Great video had me chuckling away : ) one thing you din't mention is costs . The CRT now charge you for your licence by length and width , and you will also have a bigger engine . I am in the process of deciding to commission a Canterbury or a Madison , love your boat by the way , it's stunning : ) . I will be a solo boater and I don't have family to cater for , but I do like my space and my freedom , but after watching your video , I think , it's going to be a narrow boat for me : )
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
We didn't mention the licence because it's been done to death and common knowledge. We wanted to focus on the physical differences mostly. We are glad we've helped you reach a decision. Hopefully, we'll see you out on the cut one day.
@ScoobieDee 3 роки тому
THIS WAS REALLY USEFULL.......Thanks so much , love the snoring pet!
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thank you
@taffythegreat1986 4 роки тому
There was a video where a couple took their narrow boat across the channel to France. I think their destination was the med. it was a good video. Good luck if you do go. 👍👍👍
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
I think I've seen it, Pippa
@manny-perez 2 роки тому
Guys, I just subscribed to your channel; absolutely great video!
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
Awesome! Thank you!
@NewsThatMatterUsa Рік тому
Awe what a cute little guy!!! Can’t wait for the calendar bahahahahah 😂😂😂 hope all my extra comments help your video get some love thanks guys take care
@WeirontheMove Рік тому
We loved reading all your comments, Michael.
@raymondc5473 2 роки тому
So funny and informative, thanks, brilliant 🤣
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
Glad you enjoyed it
@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501 4 роки тому
Hi love your vlogs. Currently live in a Gosport with my two dogs. Really do want to move onto a boat. Narrowboat I like due to access of whole canal network but realise the rock more. How practical is a Widebeam 9 or 10 foot wide for a single person to operate ie through locks etc. Anything on how a single person would cope would be appreciated. Keep safe. Thankies.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
We know several boaters who single-hand a widebeam. And most of them are women. You will see lots of people on the canals in wide beams single-handed. They are heavier, but you soon get the technique
@Tjw1 4 роки тому
France, get it round Cape Horn, go hard or go home 😂 Thinking of living on the water, I'm a keen angler and hate being indoors so I think I will love it. Thanks for the video 👍
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Bo problem, Ty. You are welcome
@WideW0lf 4 роки тому
First time viewer, directed to the you from cruising the cut, loved the video, will be watching more
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Welcome aboard! Glad to have you, Robbie.
@altepost3805 3 роки тому
Finally I found some information on which canals are navigable for a boat larger than 2m - thank you! Are there any plans to close the gap near Northampton, to make it possible to go from South to North? My boat is 2,70m wide....
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
There are several plans afoot but zero chance of them becoming a reality
@janecox4173 4 роки тому
Brilliant.....made me smile x
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
We're glad you enjoyed it
@jameslouishedley2387 3 роки тому
Thanks for another amazing video both ❤️ quick question, would your well placed network map also allow for a 12ft to pass smoothly in your experience? Would you recommend for or against going for 12ft over and 11ft? I'm a new buyer ready to go after many many years of saving, any advice and thoughts much appreciated and keep up the great vids guys! X
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
It will, as long as you take it carefully through bridges. We would always recommend 11ft over 12 because it gives you that little bit of wiggle room in tight spots, but we know many 12 ft boats that cruise with ease
@jameslouishedley2387 3 роки тому
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! I got advised that going solo on 60ftx12ft will be tricky alone, because of the length rather than width too. I feel like with enough confidence and learning from more experienced fellows it could be OK, but then I feel scared by this comment too ha. Trying to work it all out and your videos are aiding the process 🙌
@alicetopel6645 Рік тому
@@jameslouishedley2387 did you make the choice to go with a 12ft beam?Intrigued as I’m in a similar position, (single creative/dancer, I’ve toyed with the idea of having a narrow boat & taking a gym membership just to practice dance, it’s pretty much constant cruising where I am)… the boat of interest for me is 58’x12’. If you made it work would love to know & also a bit about your experiences/learning curve!
@keithwright4921 3 роки тому
Yes,France,fab,I live hear,and just down the Road,ther is the River oust,Redon.xx
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thanks, Keith. We will do it one day
@janeabbotts 4 роки тому
I doubt I could live on a narrowboat with someone, would be fine by myself...I think..:) Interesting thoughts on the pros and cons. Thank you for the chuckles, always very welcome. Cheers.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
You are most welcome, Jane
@wotviewer 2 роки тому
glad you subtitled the snoring, I was about to scream at the screen answer the phone
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
He was very loud
@donmedford2563 4 роки тому
I am a follower of David on Cruising the Cut. I did not plan on subscribing to your channel but wanted to confirm my opinion about a wide beam being better than a narrow boat. You did confirm that for me. On the way I fell in love with your sense of humor so I did subscribe to you. How long is your boat? How wide is it? Keep up the great videos.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Glad you found us, Don. And we're also glad we confirmed your thoughts. Our boat is 65 ft long and 11 ft wide
@oliviawalsh7033 3 роки тому
this is the first time I’ve seen your YT channel, and you guys are so funny! your dog snoring is awesome! I thought he was growling. ha! can you post the link to the watercolor class? thank you. 😊
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thanks for subbing, Olivia. here's the link to the watercolour class: www.julieweirart.co.uk/how-to-paint-like-me.html
@rochmel1409 3 роки тому
Great video. Following Mark's comments regarding the use of water I am assumimng the next video will be by Julie 'Solo on a widebeam' !! :-)
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
She would if she could steer the boat. Luckily, everything I say is utter tripe and she knows it
@MarkWadsworthYPP Рік тому
The map and pointer were educational and informative. What we need is an MK to Wellingborough link.
@WeirontheMove Рік тому
Absolutely!
@nigelppowell 3 роки тому
re tree managment. i was told by a c.r.t worker, that any tree overhanging the cut or within a certain distance of the water can be cut and used as firewood by boaters.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
That's a lot of firewood, Nigel. I'm not sure there are enough boaters and boats to sort that problem. Plus, if we started now, we'd be carting unseasoned wood for the next year before we could use it
@jamesdraycott 3 роки тому
Tree management I do plenty of that using nb john varley although we are on the DCC part of Chesterfield canal at tapton. Once the canal is restored fully I'm sure CRT will take this end over.
@johnnyc3298 Рік тому
Mark you're a funny guy! Would love to see your calendar! 🤣🤣
@WeirontheMove Рік тому
Sorry, Johnny, it sold out
@phillipneale5256 4 роки тому
That was an excellent vlog,how are you coping in the high winds,are you warm enough and are you considering a composting toilet?we saw Foxes vlog on composting, we had a look at that one at Crick and thought it was the way to go.Phil and Lorraine.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Hi Phil and Lorraine, we have thought about going the composting route and it would be more convenient. At the moment if comes down to cost, but one day. We are fine in all the wind and rain. It's quite nice being shut in the boat listening to the maelstrom outside.
@rdashlyn 3 роки тому
You guys should invest ina DRONE and walkie talkies for moving the boat. One person can drive (run the boat) the other can operate the drone in the front for connection to the drone and being able to see whats up ahead sooner.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
We did consider getting a drone and maybe we still will
@geraldhenrickson7472 3 роки тому
Keep it simple. It is what it is. Its best not to over-complicate.
@for.tax.reasons 2 роки тому
Absolutely do take the boat to France I've been watching a few canal boattubers all threatening to go France but no one's done it yet! Pandemic permitting and with all safety precautions it would be awesome to see you guys in France :)
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
We'd love too, but it won't be for a while yet and Brexit has scuppered long-stay plans
@redfox05nl Рік тому
Really interested in hearing more about this. Why is it so scary and is it a matter of skill? If so, can that skill be learned and practiced?
@jeefder 3 роки тому
very good,thanks guys :)
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Glad you enjoyed it!
@mattkeene1188 2 роки тому
Great vid guys! Lmao. Quick question; how easy is it to pass eachother when another wide beam is coming the other way toward you on the canal?
@WeirontheMove 2 роки тому
We have passed few wide boats and I some places it's pretty tight, but we always manage. Because you go so slow, you always have time to work it out
@MrSheckstr 3 роки тому
So I just saw the cruising the cut video you speak of, and am working my way through this one. From what I’ve research these boats are taken out of the water every couple of years for routine hull serving, so how much of an inconvenience would it be to transfer to a rental narrow boat during this time and meet up with your wide beam in the other canal system?
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
You can stay on the boat while the work is done. We will do the blacking ourselves when the time comes.
@MrSheckstr 3 роки тому
@@WeirontheMove ah ok, thought it was more specialized than than, taking more time. It’s a pity someone haven’t come up with a more efficient system of getting between the systems. I’m a bit envious, we have nothing like this in the states
@Star_Gazing_Coffee_Lover 3 роки тому
I love it, you guys are GREAT!
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Thanks so much!
@jamesdraycott 3 роки тому
Only just found your channel so will be watching your vlogs. I'm sure you can come on the Chesterfield canal with a widebeam not sure how far you can before it goes to narrow locks.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Welcome aboard, James. Not sure about the Chesterfield. We shall consulate map
@mulch1973 4 роки тому
Hello there I'm late to finding your channel so going back to the start and watching all your vlogs. Now I love what I've seen so far but in your early ones you said that you were going to re paint the boat. I saw you blacked it but the rest looks the same or am I missing something????
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
No, you are bang on. We said we were going to paint the boat because we hated the colour. And guess what? We grew to love it, and had so many nice comments that it was different from the other canal boats that we decided to keep it. I apologise for our early vlogging efforts. They get better...I hope?
@mulch1973 4 роки тому
@@WeirontheMove we'll I'll let you know 😂 the look is very much an individual thing and if you like it that's all that matters. It's absolutely stunning inside. I think I would definitely go wide beam given the choice. Also lastly the art work is beautiful hope to buy a piece at some point. Keep up vlogging. PS love the snoring too.
@leslierindel4610 3 роки тому
Super video So clear
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Glad you think so!
@christopher3786 4 роки тому
Very entertaining, enjoyed it very much, thank you?
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
Our pleasure!
@Dstew57A 4 роки тому
I know living in a house vs boat...they each have there pros and cons but overall...do you like living on a boat more than living in a House? It seems like it is much cheaper with more enjoyment living on a boat..finally whats the cost of your gas to fill up and how long does it last..you say you run it in the winter all the time? To heat your boat and cruise. Thank you. Lovely home you have.
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
It is cheaper than a house. We couldn't go back to living in a house. Our gas is about £150 every three/four months. Thats about half a tank full.
@richardfoote4518 3 роки тому
Eric is precious and our Yorke snores like him. Enjoyed it.
@WeirontheMove 3 роки тому
Unfortunately Eric passed away in May, Richard. He is sorely missed
@hw476 4 роки тому
So looking forward to the calendar 😉🤣🤣🤣🤣🤦🏼♀️
@WeirontheMove 4 роки тому
October has a picture of me in lederhosen holding two jugs of beer. ;-)
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