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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww cheers.

@mazingmumma1

3 жыл бұрын

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

@matty6848

3 жыл бұрын

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

@matty6848

3 жыл бұрын

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

@traceyreynolds6709

2 жыл бұрын

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

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

@dianenoble4448

3 жыл бұрын

How sad. Thanks for the update.

@RetroRatz

3 жыл бұрын

Ahhhhhh 🥺

@glennroberts5855

3 жыл бұрын

Very sad! a thought goes out to Gerry.👍🏻

@Iori.Thomas

3 жыл бұрын

Rip Gerry may you sail the cuts in the sky forevermore

@traceyreynolds6709

2 жыл бұрын

Aww. So sad. God bless him and his family.

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@stefeniedavidmusic

3 жыл бұрын

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

@duncanwright5729

3 жыл бұрын

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

@stefeniedavidmusic

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@jodeanesullens6588

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@rickycunningham6368

3 жыл бұрын

lol me too and i live near two rail lines . mums forever telling me to stop lol

@UrbanHomesteadMomma

3 жыл бұрын

Lol me and my kiddo do that too now!

@ingridlandin3531

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I'm not the only one lol

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thanks so much Phill!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Perfect! Even Otis understood that 😂👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

So why was he in Strines?

@Lulu-jl5zd

3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxesAfloat Leave it with me :D

@colinbarnett4610

3 жыл бұрын

@@Lulu-jl5zd j

@Lulu-jl5zd

3 жыл бұрын

Nah can't see it. Strines? Maybe in his song lyrics?

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

If that's true it's very sad! 😞

@tugboatdiaries6048

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@karentighe4630

3 жыл бұрын

There should be 2gears if that was true.

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

@dellastreet9294

2 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Oh no! 💜

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

I totally do! Thanks so much for watching 👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Can't make it up!

@samknight2968

3 жыл бұрын

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

@Mojomofo

3 жыл бұрын

I saw that too and laughed out loud.

@drawbridgep

3 жыл бұрын

You can’t say that.

@bryan3550

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

💜

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

I knew someone would know! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! TRRRRRRAAAAAAAAIIIIIIN! 😂

@phopetindall

3 жыл бұрын

the double entendres are good too :-)

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

@FoxesAfloat

2 жыл бұрын

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

@MrOmeyer

Жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Haha! All useless information 😂

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, thanks so much!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Ta daa! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@darkhorse1691

3 жыл бұрын

Gravity yes hydraulics no

@darkhorse1691

3 жыл бұрын

It's gear driven with a sprag clutch assembly

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

You brainy bugger 😉

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe one day!

@geraldhenrickson7472

3 жыл бұрын

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

@steveed9461

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you! Welcome to our channel xxx

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

@shrory

3 жыл бұрын

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

@marcbilodeau6927

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

🥶

@jackieluckyangel5610

3 жыл бұрын

-39 with the wind chill in Winnipeg, Manitoba 🥶🇨🇦

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree on both points 👍🏻👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

@perreyalsdam7994

3 жыл бұрын

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

@jenchandler5632

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, CJ. You too!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you so much, David! 👍🏻💜

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Mmmm... Fudgy! 😂

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 💜

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one 👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy! x

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

@ilox11

3 жыл бұрын

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

@garybirrell7347

3 жыл бұрын

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

@garybirrell7347

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@OldWhitebelly

3 жыл бұрын

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

@sshep86

3 жыл бұрын

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

@melvynforman7581

3 жыл бұрын

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

@melvynforman7581

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Mother 🙄 #alwaysone

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, cheers! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

It is! 👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@alexbiketester

3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxesAfloat I second that!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

🐾

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

Handsome dog 🐕, that Otis ...

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

🥰

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Haha! They are mental 👍🏻😂

@adyseeley1511

3 жыл бұрын

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

My Friday is immensely happier now - love you guys!

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Awww, thanks!

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

@FoxesAfloat

2 жыл бұрын

Aww, nice one! Glad we could help 👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, trust Colin! 😂

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks, Sorba

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

@traceyreynolds6709

2 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

😋

@marklaing9485

3 жыл бұрын

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃🥃🥃have 2

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Oh dear! 😬

Two trains either side you can see the excitement in Shauns face🍷😂....historic figures, sweet factory, burning down candlewick factory...and historic figures and a fudge buckets🤢...oh and the physics of the swinging bridge...natural freezing botox on face...wondered why you both looked a tad younger...think I got it this week🤪😂did I miss anything....stay safe people have a good weekend🍷🍫🍭

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

You got that all right! 😂👍🏻💜

Pee stones, fudge pots, and traaains. ❤👏

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

What else do you need? 😂

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Bernard Cribbins. Legend!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating! 👍🏻👍🏻

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

@michaelb8300

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, he's very inquisitive 🥰

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

💜💜💜

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Oh we get blamed for everything 🤣

@colinlabrum6217

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, cheers, Mark! Stay warm 🔥

Hi guys! I'm from Russia. My friend and I live in St. Petersburg and regularly watch your video. Whenever we, too, will get on the water. Thank you for the inspiring and informative video.

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure. Good luck guys!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ❤️

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

@mikemccrory6054

3 жыл бұрын

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

@simonclifford7055

3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxesAfloat the world boggles me sometimes!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Just you, Donald 😂😉

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

love it- keep safe and drink wine!

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

That's the plan 😉 🍷

Apropos of Nothing:: Next time Otis needs a trim, please consider leaving the shaved fluff on the towpath; you will be amazed at how quickly the songbirds GRAB dog (or cat, or your) hair for their nests! I used to brush my cats outside, so I could throw the clouds of hair into the air- and it rarely even hit the ground.

@dukethomas95

3 жыл бұрын

Very true. We have three dogs we brush outside and we never can find fur blowing around but we do find it worked into every nest we find.

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, we used too do that with Dillon's fur, although we scattered it in the hedgerows to avoid littering the towpaths.

Greetings from Eastern Canada. I stumbled onto your channel by accident by doing some research on narrowboats. I had never heard of them before and a friend commented on them and I wanted to see for myself. My wife and I have been binge watching your Vlog for a week now. We really like the mix of honesty, history and humor and Otis of course. Its funny we both have had no real desire to travel to the UK until we started watching your adventures in travel and the lifestyle that you have. We are very intrigued by the narrowboats and travel by canal. Who knows, maybe someday we could bump into you folks over there. Keep up the great work and looking forward to seeing you again on Friday. Marty & Jo

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Perhaps you should take a narrowboat holiday some day xxxx

So nice to see the three of you looking healthy. As always you lighten the mood and the world. Much respect.

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks George!

I love all the tidbits of history!

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@Rick2367

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

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

...i got frostbites just watching you both shivering along 🥶😲😄😂🤣

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

🥶🥶🥶

Love this episode, action-packed and very funny, happy valentine's Day to you both 🌹🥂 Nicola

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you, Nicola!

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

What a guy!

@jeffoldknow

3 жыл бұрын

He is literally my uncle sam

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@bgaearith5878

3 жыл бұрын

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

Okay, I'm like 3.5 hours into your videos and what can I say other than wow. I can be in a real crappy mood, and then I watch your awesome videography, paired with your comforting and informative rhetoric, and I feel much better! I think it's so awesome that you guys decided to take this journey together and create such a wonderful life. Its just an added bonus that we get to share it with y'all.

@rickandersen2284

3 жыл бұрын

And the all important belly button references....I mean where else...can you get all that...home delivered?!

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you! I hope you have fewer bad days in future! 💜

@rickandersen2284

3 жыл бұрын

@@sirfrydryk360 hehehe

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, try two! 👍🏻👍🏻

Thank you again for another brilliant video.

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Trraaiinnn!!👉 Trraaiinnn!!👉 Will Shaun get any rest?😜

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Never 😂💜

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂

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

@FoxesAfloat

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy! x