Forming a sea kayak expedition | Ep 1 - Bass by Kayak

Bass by Kayak follows Beau and a band of merry men across Australia's Bass Strait in a Sea Kayak. This famous body of water separates the Australian mainland and Tasmania. Episode One of Six is all about putting together the many moving parts of an expedition.
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This film is a six-part series following Beau’s sea kayak expedition across Australia’s Bass Strait.
Episode 1: • Forming a sea kayak ex...
Episode 2: • Challenges of Bass Str...
Episode 3: • Island life in a sea k...
Episode 4: • Kayaking into the nigh...
Episode 5: • Crossing Bass Strait t...
Episode 6: • The expedition wash up...
WINNER of ‘Best Sea Kayaking Film’ - Reel Paddling Film Festival 2018
WINNER of ‘Best Sea Kayak Film’ - Waterwalker Film Festival 2018
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  • @jasonscottarnold
    @jasonscottarnold3 жыл бұрын

    The world needs more guys like Beau. I want to be just like him. Especially his attitude towards life

  • @christianburnett4405

    @christianburnett4405

    3 жыл бұрын

    I feel the same and the thing to think is what's stopping us

  • @stewartjmurray

    @stewartjmurray

    2 жыл бұрын

    Don’t be like him, be like you mate. You are you and that’s unique.

  • @chadberry3317

    @chadberry3317

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@stewartjmurray love this reply brother. Be you, but at the same time make sure you’re exploring all of the beauty this world has to offer. Cheers

  • @Thorny5718
    @Thorny5718 Жыл бұрын

    Dan, “I’ve never seen a star fish before, being in Australia I don’t want to touch it, as it’ll probably kill me” 👍🏻😂 thing is mate, you’re a Brit, the UK has no end of star fishes too 😂

  • @SFTbeats
    @SFTbeats Жыл бұрын

    That transition from the drone shot, to the railway track POV then to Beau was great.

  • @adamf.4823
    @adamf.48233 жыл бұрын

    This guy is the personification of the saying "attitude is everything." He is indefatigable. We need more people like this in the world.

  • @nobody-fp5is

    @nobody-fp5is

    Жыл бұрын

    Indefatigable,i guess i learned a new word.

  • @WooglesOutdoors
    @WooglesOutdoors5 жыл бұрын

    I died laughing when you said "A whole bunch of weirdos on this train but I've got a knife, and a gun on me." I'm just starting this series but I look forward to watching it! Great content, I subbed.

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Woogles. Cool name BTW. Goodone!

  • @robinvangroot
    @robinvangroot3 жыл бұрын

    "The nice part about training is when you can share it, too. Or maybe I'm starting to reach the end of my expeditions, where I'm just by myself. The meaningless sort of resonates way too much when your by yourself and you just wanna share it... you know" Damn Beau, these words really hit me hard. As cliche as it is, balance is key. Many great lessons in traversing alone but I think fundamentally we as humans aren't designed to do it all alone

  • @AdventureOtaku
    @AdventureOtaku4 жыл бұрын

    Ive been an expedition kayaker for over 20 years. Ive done some big trips. This is the best series on expedition kayaking I have ever seen. It captures the spirit and feel of a long trip better than I have ever seen. Good job!

  • @samwithplayground
    @samwithplayground4 жыл бұрын

    I'm getting a visa and I'm taking a class with this man.

  • @Efficiencyts

    @Efficiencyts

    4 жыл бұрын

    Did you?

  • @samwithplayground

    @samwithplayground

    4 жыл бұрын

    Efficiency Not yet! They closed Australia...

  • @kylejohnson646

    @kylejohnson646

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@samwithplayground I hear it opens up at 8AM...

  • @CivilExcavator

    @CivilExcavator

    4 жыл бұрын

    FMD this is how we are ment to live the life we are given wow🙌🙌💯💯💯

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, Sam. Sadly, the Outdoor Ed course no longer exists. Some good ones elsewhere will have to do mate.

  • @griffinwiehe3505
    @griffinwiehe35054 жыл бұрын

    These videos are awsome and super high quality idk how you haven’t blown up yet

  • @nickmxw5876

    @nickmxw5876

    4 жыл бұрын

    I think it's likely because the YT algorithm hugely favors people who upload frequent, lower quality videos. Someone who uploads 300+ videos a year will make YT infinitely more ad revenue. It's unfortunate.

  • @kingghidorah5213
    @kingghidorah5213 Жыл бұрын

    Until now i was sceptical if i wanted a kayak but no car now that i see that you just go into trains with it i don't care anymore. Thank you for taking away that "fear".

  • @tecmath
    @tecmath7 жыл бұрын

    Saw your presentation at Monash Friday night. Awesome work. Sharing your video with a few people to rustle up enthusiasm to do such a crossing!

  • @TheGrayExplorer
    @TheGrayExplorer3 жыл бұрын

    It was this series that sparked the interest in both KZread and kayaking, its so good.

  • @MorewithMat
    @MorewithMat2 жыл бұрын

    Love discovering some of your older content Beau! Such an inspiriation hoping I can start capturing stories like yourself! Look forwards to the rest of the series!

  • @steven.abbott
    @steven.abbott3 жыл бұрын

    Five minutes in and I'm still thinking about that transition at 1:00 from paddock to train to ocean. Wow!

  • @TheScragglyMan
    @TheScragglyMan4 жыл бұрын

    you are such an inspiration to me. I have lived my life hampered by restrictions, some of the mental health related but i watch these videos and see all you achieve and it gives me the thirst to make something of my time. So thank you so much for sharing them. I hope one day that i attain the goals i have in life.

  • @PhilipBarkes
    @PhilipBarkes5 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the whole series with my kids. Thank-you.

  • @jfoz7602
    @jfoz76024 жыл бұрын

    I’m watching this series for the second time I love it! I was really stoked when I was browsing Amazon Prime and noticed it was on there for viewing too 👌

  • @justhuyen
    @justhuyen3 жыл бұрын

    Some part of me wants Beau's channel to blow off, some part not, just like when you find an awesome restaurant but don't want to share it with anyone in fear of waiting lines. But well, there are no such things on KZread! I almost finish watching all of your videos and trying to prolong it further because of I am afraid that there will be nothing more to watch until next month (?). But Beau's videos are worth a rewatch anytime. Thank you Beau's parents and environment for raising such a great man! Thank you Beau for sharing your wonderful moments with us!

  • @alexhoplyakov1684
    @alexhoplyakov16844 жыл бұрын

    I wish that would be a way to give this masterpiece more than one like. Beau, what a fantastic movie and what a treat to watch it!!!

  • @victoriariddell1479
    @victoriariddell14794 жыл бұрын

    This is incredible. So well produced

  • @mataruns
    @mataruns4 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed the series, what an amazing adventure! I sure hope your friend Tim is still kicking butt... Thanks for the all the inspiration, Beau.

  • @kierankinsella7047
    @kierankinsella70474 жыл бұрын

    Revisiting all your films whilst on lockdown in the UK, great viewing,will get me through it. Thanks Beau!

  • @kevinhinds6850
    @kevinhinds68504 жыл бұрын

    This guy is the real deal. I reckon I love the videos.

  • @eroffroad5438
    @eroffroad54387 жыл бұрын

    Awesome videos, always hanging out for another. Very inspiring.

  • @chasemayer22
    @chasemayer224 жыл бұрын

    Don’t know if this is on netflix, but the quality and narritive are so much better than documentaries I’ve seen there. Impressive.

  • @macolganjames3356
    @macolganjames33564 жыл бұрын

    Like a good series drama i can't wait to watch the next episode. All power to you and your arms Beau.

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ta, Macolgan. For the most part I enjoyed making the series. Goodonya!

  • @mcomerford4
    @mcomerford43 жыл бұрын

    Just finished this ep, going to watch the rest now- a lovely video and great watch! :)

  • @geekyprojects1353
    @geekyprojects13533 жыл бұрын

    I watched a few videos by Beau and this one is the best by far. Great job!

  • @belegendary613
    @belegendary6134 жыл бұрын

    Always amazing videos and adventures. Big fan of your work. Always wish you the best, keep it up.

  • @tisfortiny
    @tisfortiny3 жыл бұрын

    Friken Aces Beau. Always love your vids, every time. Thanks for capturing and sharing this and inspiring me again.

  • @paulgriffin8566
    @paulgriffin85666 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely inspirational. I can't believe It took me this long to discover. Many thanks for sharing.

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    5 жыл бұрын

    Nice to have you watching, Paul. Good one!

  • @campbellroberts215
    @campbellroberts2154 жыл бұрын

    why has youtube just recommended this channel to everyone? I'm not complaining though ive subscribed

  • @rich4716

    @rich4716

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cause it's freaking slow to catch on.

  • @Mabaz

    @Mabaz

    4 жыл бұрын

    I had to search for kayak videos to find these videos, it didn't recommend it to me.

  • @davidpillinger2699
    @davidpillinger26993 жыл бұрын

    Seriously mate, love your work! Inspirational. I'm a fair weather kayaker and get numb legs and behind - makes me feel better that a legend like yourself has the same issue! Keep up the great work.

  • @afifahputri559
    @afifahputri5592 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful..i dont know what else to say..its just beautiful

  • @PaddlinDutchman
    @PaddlinDutchman5 жыл бұрын

    this is simply amazing and very inspiring! Love it!

  • @Hellhamster

    @Hellhamster

    5 жыл бұрын

    Zo, krijg altijd direct weer zin als ik dit weer eens zie

  • @davepicot6072
    @davepicot60727 жыл бұрын

    Just stumbled upon this on Facebook. This guy embraces it! Such a zest for life. I'd love to have a paddle with him. I'll be watching attentively from now on, best of luck lads :-)

  • @ben_healthandsafety
    @ben_healthandsafety8 ай бұрын

    Love it Beau.

  • @michaeltriff1241
    @michaeltriff12413 жыл бұрын

    Out here re watching videos because your on another level!!

  • @alexanderbooth7779
    @alexanderbooth77792 жыл бұрын

    You mention 'I bet no one else has ever...' in a few of your videos, is this something you strive for, what I bet no one else has ever stuff do you have planned? As ever great content 👍🏻

  • @soloatlanticrower
    @soloatlanticrower3 жыл бұрын

    Just come across this Beau, pretty cool stuff, gotta love the ocean in a human propelled craft, can't beat it.

  • @dirkbalter5986
    @dirkbalter59864 жыл бұрын

    Ur videos are quite impressive , all u do! Many of us can’t , for sure I will be killed within 10 miles of an expedition like urs . But I can try other things , thank u for all u do and the encouragement u give us .

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, Dirk. I'm not so sure- I reckon you'd be just fine heading off doing something, anything, that has an essence of adventure and planning. Goodonya. Best

  • @Cross-Country-Biker
    @Cross-Country-Biker3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing mate. Just starting adventure paddling, always did river races

  • @afifahputri559
    @afifahputri5592 жыл бұрын

    He is one of those good youtuber..which hv more views than subscriber..u can tell its a quality and beautiful content when this happen

  • @alfiefairs7323
    @alfiefairs73234 жыл бұрын

    No way Dan taught me at Plas Y brenin. What a great and hilarious dude!

  • @dmitrymakarov4534
    @dmitrymakarov45344 жыл бұрын

    Great starting from the pier.

  • @codeyorgill
    @codeyorgill5 жыл бұрын

    Love what ya doing mate! Am going to kayak the murray river this coming year.. have no bloody idea how to kayak but i am sure i will learn.. great stuff with the videos!! 👍 👌 🇦🇺

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Codey. The Murray will push you in the right direction! Big hat, lotsa zinc, slugs of long water and wide shirts- gold.

  • @kofuzi
    @kofuzi3 жыл бұрын

    One time, I was on the light rail in Seattle, heading to the airport. Two people got on at a stop near downtown. Each of them had a large pack and a kayak. I’m not from Seattle, so I presumed that it was normal.

  • @wendysalter
    @wendysalter4 жыл бұрын

    I'm new to your channel, but I'm glued...bring it on! (I waited until I was in my 60s to get a kayak. I wasn't strong enough to get it on the roof of my car so I got an inflatable. I'm a fair-weather kayaker, and love it. I feel like a dolphin, or one of those flying fish, whatever, it's the freedom, the achievement of making it happen..

  • @Philthebrush
    @Philthebrush4 жыл бұрын

    Great story ,great men

  • @Napoleon-Blownapart
    @Napoleon-Blownapart4 жыл бұрын

    Only just found your channel. Love the attitude and the content 👍👍

  • @AlexUshokov
    @AlexUshokov3 жыл бұрын

    I like it's project!

  • @ShortMan_123
    @ShortMan_1233 жыл бұрын

    I once drove around the north island of New Zealand with some friends and I too used a old jar to hold leftover pasta for lunch one day :P love your channel mate, amazing stuff

  • @antonhapiak
    @antonhapiak4 жыл бұрын

    Loved the video mate 🍻👍

  • @oliversmith7820
    @oliversmith78202 ай бұрын

    This is cool.

  • @dylanleamananderson7811
    @dylanleamananderson78114 жыл бұрын

    I’m About to get into kayaking finally... I love these videos this is awesome content

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ta, Dylan, mate.

  • @aminebouaita9202
    @aminebouaita92024 жыл бұрын

    I haven't even finished watching yet, but man, great content, great content

  • @custodianvrael6471
    @custodianvrael64713 жыл бұрын

    Sandy kiosk, lovely area, good coffee

  • @bajer111
    @bajer1114 жыл бұрын

    In Danish, the Bass Strait is called Bassstrædet with 3x s in a row.

  • @ashishpatil1651
    @ashishpatil16513 жыл бұрын

    Real good videos 🎥

  • @quantummath
    @quantummath2 жыл бұрын

    2:47 good job dude 👍👍🍻

  • @AugustBooth
    @AugustBooth4 жыл бұрын

    You're a very talented filmmaker, dude. You have a way of presenting that is extremely pleasant and personable. Thank you for sharing. :)

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the kind words. Pleasure

  • @beyondtheatre
    @beyondtheatre3 жыл бұрын

    It’s impossible to get the image of the kayak on the train out of my head.... so it’s going in my script, and it’s going on stage in August. I dare the audience to question whether a kayak on public transport makes sense. 😂😂😂

  • @NATIONALJAYOGRAPHIC
    @NATIONALJAYOGRAPHIC4 жыл бұрын

    I found you through suggested videos. First your videos are fun to watch. You got some great shots and have some great editing ideas for me to learn. I just made a KZread channel so I’m definitely doing my research. Thanks for all your help. - Keep it up! Just subbed!

  • @j8lech
    @j8lech3 жыл бұрын

    Every university should require professors like this, not ones that have never accomplished anything tangible.

  • @dirtywetdogboatsandsailing6805
    @dirtywetdogboatsandsailing68054 жыл бұрын

    One minute thirty seconds in and crying with laughter....."there's weirdo's on this train".....reminds me of a train journey home once with my longbow , axe and knife like an extra from LOTR.....funny that nobody talked to me !

  • @ppokmon74
    @ppokmon743 жыл бұрын

    Great inspiration, but think i'll just watch the video mate. I had my epic journey from Tidal River to Oberon bay. I'm an office worker now...

  • @samgowen1126
    @samgowen11264 жыл бұрын

    this guy is the modern indiana jones

  • @BeauMiles

    @BeauMiles

    4 жыл бұрын

    That's exactly what I'm going for, Sam. Dr Miles, I presume!

  • @mitchconner2021

    @mitchconner2021

    4 жыл бұрын

    Except that was a movie in the 80s that's pretty modern. But until I see this guy get chased by a rock in a south American tomb I'll call him just another aussie

  • @carolineslattery2745

    @carolineslattery2745

    4 жыл бұрын

    Any chance Beau you could bottle your mindset and sell it...

  • @watchableraven3517

    @watchableraven3517

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@carolineslattery2745 I think that's what these videos are; little bits of Beau all bottled up.

  • @Georgeconna32
    @Georgeconna322 жыл бұрын

    Cracking film mate, love to have a few pints with you if you are ever in Ireland.

  • @iamalavalamp
    @iamalavalamp4 жыл бұрын

    Love the spags rugby top. That must be from 96/97.

  • @therandomsocietyrecordings4025
    @therandomsocietyrecordings40257 жыл бұрын

    Pretty awesome.. -TRS-Records

  • @Sam-cr5wn
    @Sam-cr5wn4 жыл бұрын

    Wow your pretty amazing I just moved to Phillip island from NewZealand and it’s beautiful

  • @samholder196
    @samholder1963 жыл бұрын

    it's official. you're my favourite youtuber.

  • @RedRidersTerraTrips
    @RedRidersTerraTrips4 жыл бұрын

    8:58 starfish made me lol

  • @Rufiowascool
    @Rufiowascool3 жыл бұрын

    This series is fucking awesome.

  • @shiyiyin3403
    @shiyiyin34034 жыл бұрын

    Hilary and Mallory reference is awesome

  • @travishalford5223
    @travishalford52234 жыл бұрын

    May God watch over you and keep you always

  • @marcelo6446
    @marcelo64464 жыл бұрын

    Hello from Brazil!!!

  • @kayakcountry
    @kayakcountry5 жыл бұрын

    Nice

  • @reggiemustard
    @reggiemustard3 жыл бұрын

    You should come to Canada. Plenty of awesome canoe trips you can do up here

  • @PtLeoJet
    @PtLeoJet Жыл бұрын

    8:47 Don't worry Dan, that's a Northern Pacific Sea Star, a horrible invasive species! Harmless to pick up and throw above the high tide mark or in a bin!

  • @freddytori
    @freddytori4 жыл бұрын

    Crazy Typ👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @goughytas
    @goughytas3 жыл бұрын

    Hi mate, great series loved it. I have the same Issue with dead mega, what did you do to fix it. It annoys the hell out of me.

  • @Thalarctos.
    @Thalarctos.6 жыл бұрын

    1:12 ahahah !! excellent ...

  • @richardverheyen6373
    @richardverheyen63734 жыл бұрын

    big ups for the stpauls top

  • @leahheys7880
    @leahheys78804 жыл бұрын

    What is the song that starts playing at 5:38?

  • @discgolfkosmo
    @discgolfkosmo4 жыл бұрын

    7:01 "I gotta fix them before I push off... Yeah that's probably a lie, I'm going regardless."

  • @Vdidde
    @Vdidde3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! What kayak does he use?

  • @rogeriodasilvaferreira4807
    @rogeriodasilvaferreira48074 жыл бұрын

    Hello man! I watched your video that you kayaked across Africa. Congratulations on the adventure. Could you pass me the specs of your disassembling yellow kayak? A big hug!

  • @Bot-ji2ux
    @Bot-ji2ux3 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. what kayak is the yellow one?

  • @eiketodt299
    @eiketodt2995 жыл бұрын

    What sail do you guys use?

  • @bigcat369
    @bigcat3694 жыл бұрын

    you should try the Greenland paddle

  • @000scubasteve
    @000scubasteve3 жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, have you ever done the paddle to Fraser Island?

  • @josephpoppins5159
    @josephpoppins51593 жыл бұрын

    Hi ! At the bigening of your video , you are wearing a green bush hat . What is the company that make those ? Thankyou

  • @BriloD12
    @BriloD124 жыл бұрын

    7:43 Dan, Looking for Love

  • @jomembawang
    @jomembawang3 жыл бұрын

    Real life Indiana Jones....prof during the week and insane adventurer during the weekends

  • @thomasjensen3214
    @thomasjensen32144 жыл бұрын

    Beau, any particular reason you all paddle kayaks with a rudder?? Here in northern Europe we are mostly inspired by the British tradition an we paddle kayaks with a skeg. I have one of each. I must admit I prefer the ruddet!!!

  • @owenjohnson5499
    @owenjohnson54994 жыл бұрын

    How does this only have 80k views?

  • @sdcofer52
    @sdcofer524 жыл бұрын

    Who was the guy that sailed a Laser across Bass Strait?

  • @pauloutdoors6619
    @pauloutdoors66193 жыл бұрын

    Hi Beau love the movies man, How did Tim get on with his treatment?

  • @aremedyproject9569
    @aremedyproject95694 жыл бұрын

    Kayak for cancer. Paddle for your people. I know cancer sucks. But people rock. And so does kayaking! Cheers from Canada. 🇨🇦