331. Stripping out an entire boat - and then rebuilding

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You wait eight years to do a Dutch barge video then two come along at once... This time, I'm looking at the question of what do you do if you want a custom-designed boat to live on but don't have the budget to buy a new-build? Well, you buy an old but sound boat and tear out the interior for a refit and that's just what Gabs Heneghan has done. In this first episode following her progress, we see the boat she's bought as it is now before the refurb has begun!
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@CruisingTheCut Месяц назад

Follow Gabs' progress on her Instagram channel at instagram.com/gabs_afloatlondon

@for.tax.reasons Месяц назад

Followed!

@Kev_the-Brinklow-Kayaker Месяц назад

Nice one cheers 🍻

@dennisbishop3842 Месяц назад

Followed.

@AtomicOverdrive Месяц назад

Cant wait to see her boat after the refit..

@efrus66 Месяц назад

Followed

@lordofhousestewart1821 Месяц назад

"Champagne taste with lemonade money"...i wish she was on YT.

@christeague7596 Месяц назад

Same...character...great personality....love to follow her progress on you tube.....

@paultrussy4243 Месяц назад

You beat me to it 👍

@scottgordon1781 Месяц назад

kindred spirit .

@paulhaynes8045 Месяц назад

Phew! I had to have a lie down after that. So much energy and ideas pouring out! I need to rewatch you pulling the carpets out of Twiggy, just to calm down...

@rosemary5531 Месяц назад

What a remarkable young lady! I wish her well. Look forward to seeing the results of her labours.

@WhoShorts_ Месяц назад

Gabs is one of the best characters we’ve had on the channel, looking forward to seeing some updates further down the line and how it all turns out

@nabarnes Месяц назад

Nice project. I'm absolutely in awe of anybody who can visualise a finished job like this. Looking forward to the regular updates!

@CruisingTheCut Месяц назад

Gaby was back aboard today grinding out a rather nasty old toilet tank in the floor!!

@zapfanzapfan 20 дней назад

A serial renovator/refurbisher, you have met your match! 🙂 It'll be interesting to visit again when it's closer to being finished.

@metrickarma Месяц назад

Loving how we're getting so many videos lately!! Thank you so much, David. I'm always excited whenever you post! Cheers, good sir!!!

@CruisingTheCut Месяц назад

Glad you like them!

@craigw.scribner6490 Месяц назад

Thanks, as always, David. We look forward to regular updates on Gabs' awesome project!

@marksavage1108 Месяц назад

Why am I getting a Wigan Pier type vibe? Gabs Northern accent. No script, just a picture in her head and explained eloquently,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, without pause. I really miss that energy of youth Gab has.

@Kiwionwing Месяц назад

Lakes district

@hughcarson6837 Месяц назад

Wishing this young women all the best for her projects.

@Project_Servotopia Месяц назад

This is such an unusual boat! Can't wait to see what Gabs does with the place!

@4437RR Месяц назад

Is there the British equivalent of a "California Valley Girl"? If so, she's one😂. The mannerisms, the cadence, the "like, like, like". But it seems like she has the vision and the get-up-and-go to make her vision a reality so it will be fun to watch her progress.

@lauralake7430 29 дней назад

Californian agreeing with you!

@Chuck59ish Месяц назад

You gotta come back to this one David, just to help take off the cabin roof, she might even let you share the dog's bed for a few days, I like her, she's got a lot of energy.

@CruisingTheCut Месяц назад

Yep, going back in June to see progress

@Debba521 Месяц назад

That was fun! I really envy Gabs. She's got great energy and creative vision. I definitely would like to follow her progress on the boat. Sounds like it'll be amazing when done. Thanks!

@Wkmor Месяц назад

At the end where she talks about needing to be out on the water in nature, she is really saying that “blue space” (looking at water) is as therapeutic as green space. And she is definitely right.

@eekee6034 Месяц назад

If I remember right, science says the therapeutic effect of green space is enhanced by water. I can believe it.

@englishmaninmarktredwitz2228 Месяц назад

My goodness what a wonderful person. So looking forward to seeing her progress. Thanks for introducing her to us.

@MortenHjrnevik-ti6sg Месяц назад

Fabulous vlog…I cannot imagine changing a plug let alone looking at that and visualising all the work and end result…it doesn’t seem possible…full of admiration for her.

@FrogmanAnime 4 дня назад

I look forward to seeing the transformation in the future. Ben from Australia 🇦🇺

@for.tax.reasons Месяц назад

I love how she said she wants it livable but mentioned she's ok without having electricity or water; my ideas of livable are very different from hers 😂 love her ideas for the boat excited to see what she'll do with it!

@leslielutz6140 Месяц назад

I prefer this size boat. And this little boat is stunning !!! Can't wait to see the end results.

@rboston33 Месяц назад

She is absolutely delightful

@CruisingTheCut Месяц назад

The smiliest person I've ever interviewed!

@paulhaynes8045 Месяц назад

I don't think she needs to be 'interviewed' - you could just ask her to talk about her new boat, switch the camera on and have a cup of tea!

@jamesa7506 Месяц назад

What an awesome boat & captain! The wheelhouse setup is more my speed than the traditional open space and tiller. Gabs seems to be the right person for this project.👍⚓

@malcolmrichardson3881 Месяц назад

A beautiful barge and a very wise and energetic skipper. Will watch progress with interest. Thank you.

@Robutube1 Месяц назад

The energy! The energy! Oh for one tenth of what this impressive young woman has. I wish her well with this lovely project and eagerly await the next update.

@familyw5661 26 дней назад

Thanks David great video. your one of the best and I love that you keep in touch with your fan base!

@misterflibble6601 Месяц назад

Love the Steam punk/Dr. Who aspects of the vessel. Obviously a challenge to operate the boat, but I hope Gabs keeps them. I certainly wish her all the best on her project!

@OldFloatingSeaman Месяц назад

A very talented young Lady, hope i can call her that. She hit the nail on the head when she said "When i i am near water my body just relaxes", so so true.

@AsocialMelon Месяц назад

Love her confidence and knowing exactly what she wants. More people should be as decisive as Gabs. Cannot wait to see the transformation.

@ljandrews1030 22 дня назад

Thanks for introducing us to Gabs. I am so eager to follow her refurbishment!

@steveowens398 Месяц назад

David, I love the boat, especially the WWII destroyer control fittings, but it is hard for any novelty to overwhelm the person and personality of its new owner. I'm looking forward to your updates on her progress and am seriously considering signing up for Instagram to follow.

@richardwhipple3522 26 дней назад

I don't do Instagram - please keep up with this delightful young woman! I love it. (Becky and Richard)

@tomtruesdale6901 Месяц назад

She knows what she wants and am pretty sure she will get it or build it. Love her attitude and personality.

@dereksmith6126 Месяц назад

Gabs so reminds me of Jane Horrocks. And there's nothing wrong with that!

@uytteb Месяц назад

She does sound a bit like Bubble indeed!

@donotwantahandle1111 26 дней назад

A good project and I can’t wait to see the progress! Now for a cup of tea and a cheese sandwich. Mustn’t overdo it.

@justhavinfun7467 Месяц назад

Another great documentary David...Im sure Gabs and her energy level will get that boat whipped into shape in no time....looking forward to seeing that progress and it'll happen fast....take care pal, nice job as always

@rickkearn7100 29 дней назад

Without knowing, initially, what channel this was when I spotted it in my YT feed, I knew immediately that it was CTC. Only David could title a thumbnail like that! Excellent adventure, CTC, and done superbly as usual. Cheers.

@CruisingTheCut 29 дней назад

🤣🤣

@briannamyo 15 дней назад

Looking forward to an update on the transformation, although if it were me I'd simply clean it up a bit and have done.

@derekmills5394 Месяц назад

Born, Bred and named afterwards - Gabs will fly through this remodelling given her past experience. Delightful young lady too! That Gardner will have a wonderful sound - brings back working boat memories from my childhood in the 60's

@TheParronators Месяц назад

What an incredible woman, please stop in more I would love to see the progress! Also... No RU-vid channel?! Please mention she should make one

@stellamcwick8455 Месяц назад

Wow, that was………. a lot to take in. She definitely has a plan. A very detailed, and extensive plan.

@LauraHenderson-wx6xy Месяц назад

Wow, can’t wait to see this project unfold. I love her energy, both Butterbusk and young Gabs. And David, you are right, this boat is like the TARDIS, it does seem much larger on the inside than the outside. 🤣 That’s a lot of boat for 40 feet. Thanks for sharing, looking forward to updates on your own vessel. Love from Florida, 🧡🤗🧡

@StaK_1980 9 дней назад

I would really keep that sink and that kitchen board. They really look fine and just needs a bit of polish. Also: I'd probably go and lean into with the steampunk feel you mentioned. This boat could be a cute, plucky thing on the canals.

@bradleybolton3843 Месяц назад

Great vlog David. Looking forward to seeing updates on how she gets on. Admire people who take a risk and has vision. Good luck to her

@0xDEAFF00D Месяц назад

That young lady is a delight. I wish her well, and hope she finds her watery adventures.

@brianlopez8855 Месяц назад

I'm already looking forward to your regular returns to this Grand Design to offer your "McCloud Style Sneer" at the problems and budget overruns. (Best practice these off camera, at home, and in the bathroom mirror David)

@robsin2810 Месяц назад

Well done David. Looking forward to the updates. Hopefully this will give you the incentive to get on with the yellow peril.😂😂😂🇦🇺

@buxtonianvilla 27 дней назад

After watching Gabs positive can do attitude….it left me feeling…..I could do that 👍🏻

@shirleydaras6355 21 день назад

This lovely young soul is adorable, she will live a long lush life forsure.⚘⚘⚘⚘😊 Thanks for sharing. Love the Naturess in her.👍😊⚘

@The_Arby Месяц назад

She's cool and exactly knows what she's going to do...Shame she isn't on RU-vid, would be great seeing her new build...Nice one David 🙂

@carolleenkelmann3829 29 дней назад

This has been a super interesting vlog. David. Thank Gabby for the entertainment... Lifting the roof off... This is going to an endeavor. The boat is getting a facelift. I'll be there for future installments, IF RU-vid NOTIFIES ME !!!!!! 😡

@CruisingTheCut 29 дней назад

RU-vid is so infuriating. Best just to check the Subscriptions tab on the app manually, I find.

@umbertoyltp Месяц назад

Champagne taste and lemon money, haha! Amazing plans, for a boat that is definitely something else! I am looking forward to the next episode of this sequel. ❤

@nigelw512 Месяц назад

What a remarkable energetic young woman. Im exhausted just watching her and wish her well.

@rotechs Месяц назад

"There were two portable toilets. One of which was still full!"😂

@jeanpeuplu5570 Месяц назад

Thank you for the details David, it's really appreciated...

@EcosseZA Месяц назад

Oh man, I am getting so excited about this build as if it were my own! Wish she was on YT. Best of lucks Gabs and I look forward to seeing your progress on this channel!

@for.tax.reasons Месяц назад

Butterbusk is such a cute name for a boat oh my goodness

@TheUffeess Месяц назад

What a wonderful person, full of energy, creativity and sunshine! And I agree about steampunk, so cool! Looking forward to seeing more of this build!

@mauricewatts2380 Месяц назад

Does anybody know the history of this seemingly unique boat? Can't wait to see the end result.

@hymek7017 Месяц назад

I cannot wait to see the progress on this project. Gabs' vision being translated into reality will be great to see. From the way she speaks you can just tell it's going to happen and be done right, this is no pipe dream. Good luck Gabs and see you back on Cruising the Cut soon.

@GrahamRead101 Месяц назад

Wow. I’m exhausted just listening to the stream of ideas. Who needs VR when there’s a Gabs to describe the vision. Interested to see the progress.

@glencrandall7051 Месяц назад

Quite a lady. Wow, all that energy. On my best day I would have found it tough keeping up with her. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

@jdsfairlinetarga3790 Месяц назад

What is it with that comment from Gabby about our being on water, the love for water and being on it that relaxes us so much. No matter how bad the jobs the issues and most of the time the cost of always rather be on the boat than anywhere else. Good luck to you Gabby

@garrettswoodworx1873 Месяц назад

What a delightful young woman! Looking forward to your updates.

@graham6229 29 дней назад

Good luck with the project. Love your guard dog !

@gabethet8458 Месяц назад

My head just spinned just imagining the long paper list of things that need to be done. Good luck.

@hamshackleton Месяц назад

She sounds like a very determined young lady who knows exactly where she's going. Good luck to her. I know the feeling she was trying to describe when she stepped aboard - that feeling of "Ah, I'm home" even though you aren't! Shame she's not on the 'tube, as I don't use instagram.

@craigfoulkes Месяц назад

She is on youtube. I have just subscribed

@alanjameson8664 Месяц назад

Quite an interesting project! And if a person from the other side of the Earth may be pardoned for saying so, I am charmed by the young lady's accent!

@billyslide7645 Месяц назад

Oh this is going to be grand fun! Can’t wait for more.

@MartinAhlman Месяц назад

I love her dialect (nothing wrong with yours, but her's is just better!), makes me feel at home. Yes, I'm from Sweden, I make my home where the dialects feel good to me :-)

@xhf8yxhf8y9 Месяц назад

LOL!!!... If you say "on the water for 5 years..." and hit any higher octave doing so, you pop my eardrums... Love your work.... makes me want a river boat!

@maryjnorwood3962 Месяц назад

You have quite the knack for finding very cool boats and wonderful people! Well done. 😎❤️🥰❤️😎❤️🥰❤️😎

@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian Месяц назад

Thank you for showing what this young lady has planned for her “new” boat. It will definitely be interesting to see how she realises her vision. I hope we eventually see the boat take to water. I am intrigued by those controls. 👏👏👍😀

@susanlambert8164 Месяц назад

Look forward to the updates. What a lovely young lady she knows what she needs good on her👍

@k.prentice8525 Месяц назад

This young woman needs a YT channel!!!

@CruisingTheCut Месяц назад

See my pinned post for her Instagram which will have regular updates.

@scottgordon1781 Месяц назад

Half way through a total delight !

@jlo2816 Месяц назад

Oh,, I'm in love,, what a little firecracker. Best of luck to her.

@cachecow Месяц назад

Can't wait for part deux!

@lilbatz Месяц назад

Jelly h8tr here. Gorgeous boat even before the redo. Can’t wait to see it finished 💕

@user-ug2wk7db2g Месяц назад

Definitely a revisit. A unique craft with a signature fitout.

@sparkybluefox Месяц назад

BRAVO ! GABS IS TOTALLY AWESOME !!!!! David, Please keep tabs on this wonderful girls progress on her dream boat ! sbf

@pollyfoofoo8703 Месяц назад

What a great boat! Looking forward to seeing what Gabs does with it.

@steveharry8762 Месяц назад

When you showed her in the deconstruction process, I imagined that was her real speed!

@Bill-cg6oh Месяц назад

Very great ideas, Gabs is going to be busy as a bee. Keep up the video's. Gabs is a very pretty energetic woman, good luck from the u.s.

@d14551 Месяц назад

Thoughtful, skilled, charming young person, I look forward to seeing more of the renovation.

@siamesesin4143 Месяц назад

This was lovely! I hope you're able to visit with her when she's finished!

@kevinsummerley5399 Месяц назад

I am looking forward to this series. Personally, I would also go with the barge configuration. Go, Gabs!!

@normanboyes4983 Месяц назад

David, Thank you for sharing this very interesting video. An interesting boat, super project and an impressive, determined young woman. I look forward to the follow up.😀👍⛵️

@johnnemo6509 Месяц назад

What an inspiration!. Wish her all the best, and look forward to seeing the end result. So refreshing to see people chasing their dreams.....rather than sit in gloom complaining......get out and do something. It's all down to your state of mind and if you take control of that you can achieve anything!.

@shirleylynch7529 Месяц назад

Will love to see the end result. Sounds amazing

@thejerseylady1 Месяц назад

You find the most interesting people. Thank you!

@stanleyromanowski9816 24 дня назад

Great video!

@leedsleedsleeds1747 Месяц назад

What an amazing lady and can't wait to see the finish result

@MrLangDog Месяц назад

Charming person you found to follow! Well done.

@eekee6034 Месяц назад

I think I'm in love with her style! 😂Industrial with just enough softness and warmth; matt black fittings on a bright but not too strong color; these are my styles but done right.