Thanks for this video. As a Glaswegian planning my own hike everyone I know says the top of Loch Lomond is the killer stretch so well done for getting through it!
Not expecting you to know the answer... I'm curious if you know where the Thames turns brackish. Or is there enough flow that it is mostly fresh all the way to the Sea? I like the perspectives. Thank you.
It turns brackish just past Chelsea and then more salty again past Greenwich. I did a video where I went on paddle steamer Waverley further down the river to Southend-on-Sea. It’s a great part of the Thames
Regarding the uppity lockies: Everyone brings joy to a room. Some when entering; others while leaving. I am 66 -- I do not understand the negative people in this world. And a lot of my peers seem to be that way, although they come in all ages. I like when you and the husband travel. You both give such interesting perspectives. AND, that call box door - Priceless. Made this American Smile.
getting rid of a LOT of stuff, making sure all the legal stuff is sorted. buying bedding and cushions possibly a lamp or 2. taking a trip to ikea or somewhere like that looking for wall mounted storage to keep everywhere clutter free. buying any boater items that dont come with the boat and a tool kit. getting the cat a vet check up. packing things away. getting some gas or coal or whatever fuel the boat needs sorted. any security items you need and if you want internet onboard then getting all the bits for the connection
I would be so excited, I would probably be too excited to do anything properly,I would make a list of everything I needed and then be so excited I would be trying to do everything at the same time but actually not getting anything done xx
Have Pearsons Guide dedicated as the “ships log” - with very brief notes (I use micro post-it notes …..so they are removable) to indicate where the boat is moored each night and/or occasional comments each week/month as to the trip. I also note where/when on the network I take on fuel, water, gas etc….
Obtain the right size gas bottles if needed. Acquire a minimum also amount of resources for the crew picking it up - more can be purchased later when you are near shops and can see what is needed and you have space for. A tool box. Check the the fuel tank has more than a minimal amount of fuel in it!
Dont pay your CRT license until you have stepped onboard and claimed ownership!!!! You could be wasting weeks of money. Crikey this has been a long arduous journey for you in the making of your boat. Wishing you a smoother journey ahead on her with no hiccups!! Xxx😊
All those legal things you mentioned - did you say CRT licence? Galley utensils and pantry supplies (non perishable - dont be too cocky) Toolbox Bathroom & bedroom essentials Last minute a loaf of bread and block of cheese, packet of tea bags as bait for #1 helper Large container for rabbits foot, four leaved clover, crystals, dreamcatcher, feng shui book and anything else to bring good luck. Maybe invest in (or borrow) a black cat or simply dye the one you have
Given I live in Missouri, my getting a new narrowboat is very much hypothetical! 😁 Our little town is on the Missouri River and I'm pretty sure the river flow usually moves at a speed above a narrowboat's top speed, at least that's the impression gained from watching driftwood go downriver.
On a serious note: If the friendly feline will be going aboard, 😸get some sturdy fabric their claws can grab and secure it in a location where if cat falls overboard cat can swim to the fabric and climb back aboard. Also research life vests for pets, and note those need a different placement of flotation than life vests for us humans do.
WhooHoo! I'd be getting a big roll of red sticky dots and get ready to go over her from stem to stern to pick on all the issues I know I'd find during the inspection.
I can only think of really boring things. Have a bit of a declutter. Get all my laundry done. Make sure I have a working kettle. Pack everything that is coming with me that I don't need over the next week. Pack a box of stuff I might need straight away: toilet roll, tea bags, sugar, something easy to make and eat, maybe some biscuits. Also some cleaning supplies like cloths, surface cleaner etc. Overnight bag/backpack for nightclothes and wash bag, plus a phone charger/battery pack, paperwork etc.
After your list was completed - all the necessary details you listed, I would start collecting the things to stock my new boat, make a big pile in my living room and call my friends for help moving and have a boat christening party!
I’d post a video on RU-vid asking what people would do if they were getting a boat delivered in just over a week………………………………………..😜 I’d be as giddy as a kipper,that’s for sure 😜
Hypothetically my fingers are crossed for you, as a person that was given a delivery date a year ago and still waiting, id half expect a last minute delivery delay. Maybe id want the date in writing with a compensation clause should there be any further delays. But on a more serious note, on a now boat, break down cover, even though im not impressed by RCR, they are the only option so better than no cover. A stash of comfort food, hot chocolate, crisps, chocolates etc,.. Diesel boiler tested and running for you, along with a full handover demo from builder, everything from lights, to pumps to turning breakers off and on, or putting a large load on inverter to make sure it doesn't go pop with a kettle etc... But good luck, lorna, not that you need it, and maybe we’ll see you on the water in a week or so
I'm probably not the best person to ask as I'd just get some cat food, a cat bed and maybe another cat. Please please please Aintree boats, give Lorna her boat and a massive discount to say sorry for the late delivery. So lovely to see you and your cat together.
Finger, arm, legs and anything else that can cross, would be crossed. Hope they give you, at least, a complimentary tank of fuel for the delays. Very best of luck. Its been tortuous for us waiting to see the boat on the water, must have been so much worse for you. Definitely get David along, even to do a vlog with you, so we get 2 vlogs 🙂 and I am sure he can help with what's what when taking delivery of your boat. I expect he will be champing at the bit 🙂
How would I prepare? Based on the track record of your boat order with this particular boat builder, if they say delivery in a week, I would prepare to wait longer. 😂 But I would get the insurance sorted, and maybe ask a few different companies for quotes.
Yeah! Hope it happens, but call David if you haven't yet! Yes you know a lot about boats but it would be great to have a good friend to share this with! You go girl. 👍🏻🍦 and have a ice cream! Can't wait to see the new adventures happening!
It's only needed a weeks work for about the last 6 months and it's about 18 months late. Other boats from the same yard appear to have been started finished and delivered in the same time period. (Timings are approximate )
I think I'd do more or less what you said you would! And I guess I would check the equipment I'd already bought to bring on the boat and see if there was some important item that I had missed for some reason ... And then - - - just hope it will come to pass!
Given your past experience with the boat builder, I’d wait and see if they keep their word before getting excited. I’m amazed you’ve been as patient as you have been but I guess you’re entirely in their hands.
I hope the hypothetical delivery of the boat happens and goes smoothly. Definitely would ask a friend, who is experienced in boating, to travel with me on the maiden voyage. Stock the kitchen, bathroom essentials, bedding, and all the little comforts of home you will want to have when you have on had when traveling on your boat.
I’d of cancelled the order ages ago. lol. Your boat appeared in the background of another vlog where it was painted up looked lovely but just sat there. Awful service. Lucky they go you so patient. I’d of not been so lol. Best wishes.
Get three cardboard boxes from somewhere. One marked 'Kitchen' with all you'll need in the galley, a smaller box marked 'Bathroom' for all your bathroom supplies & another marked 'Supplies' for dried & tinned food to take on-board. Much cheaper than buying any of it once on the cut.
