The exhaust sound of the second is so fantastic!

0:27 "we would be here all day if we looked at every single boat".... fine by me, just wait a sec while I put the kettle on :-)

I'm from the middle of the US, Nebraska. 27 years old. I love your videos. They're incredibly relaxing and shows that not everyone or everything has the hub-bub of city living. Thanks for the content!

Yup- that twin cylinder noise is just how a narrowboat really ought to sound :o)

i could just listen to that gardner engine for hours. imagine sitting on the stern, Gliding thru the canal. i guess that is very close to heaven.

Such a fabulous sound from that engine!

Peaking inside other people’s boats! Always interresting vlog’s. Thumbs up David!

The second boat spoke to me! If I was in the market to buy a narrow boat that one would be the one.

I always thought I wanted a modern interior until I saw Jessop. She is crying out to me! That engine note! 😍

Sound and ambiance of the second boat were pleasing, understand why you liked it.

As a closet Canal boatist I've been learning ever since you first started your Journey afloat studying vlogs and reading about Narrowboats. That the art of choosing a boat is a difficult decision and I love trips back to the Uk, often making a pilgrimage in search of my ideal boat. I'm still in turmoil over things I think I want and compromises I may make. Looking forward to the end of May to torture myself again at Crick. No doubt you'll be there in disguise.

You've inspired my girlfriend and I to buy a narrow boat as our first house when we graduate from University. 😊

The sound of that second boat’s vintage engine was just music to my ears! What wonderful tones & rhythms. Thanks for such a great recording and video. Best of luck in your search.

Thermometer on 2nd boat's engine was made in West Germany. Geez, I haven't seen those words in decades. Lol

David, you take such outstanding care of your own boat; it's going to be very difficult to find another boat that's been given similar love and attention.

The cherry wood boat was beautiful.

Great vlog as always! Thanks for featuring Jessop ... shame she is not ‘the one’, but you will know when you find the right one for you ☺️

Cannot wait till you get out cruising. Missed your vlogs 😀

Loved the sound of the exhaust from the Gardner engine "piddle Puddle, piddle Puddle"

Loved the sound of that second boats engine...

double thumbs up! Always fun to look inside other people's boats...

I like the sound of the Gardner engine.

Know exactly what you mean about the "feel" of the right boat. Our old camper van and every caravan we have bought since, we knew the moment we stepped in - "this is the one". It's almost like the feeling of coming home.

One construction site I was on as a lad had a water pump powered by an old Gardener engine, it was crank handle start but the fly wheel made it easy. I started the pump one day and went off to do other jobs, when I returned the tanks were overflowing and the foreman was sitting on a drum having a smoke. I thought he was going to tell me off, but when I went to stop the engine, he told me to leave it running until he had finished his cigarette, he said it reminded him of his youth. On a road trip in Germany I stopped at a service station and came upon a group of cruiser motorcycles, the big Harleys/Hondas with huge panniers and windscreens. When the guys started up you could handle hear the Hondas, one chap turned on his inbuilt cassette deck and the sounds of an old Peters engine starting was blasted out. Well all us onlookers just burst out in laughter to the. Chug Chug Chug Chug Chug. It was magic. So why not buy a boat with a modern engine and have speakers blasting the Chug Chug Chug.

You're such a natural presenter, we have enjoyed every post you have done, watched them all.. Well done.. Need to promote your services to the company I work for!!

Nice boats, the second tick all my boxes. Agreement on the wood, beautiful. Another great video, thank you.

I love David's witty video names 🤣🤣🤣

Love the sound of that engine.

Considering the amount of time you spend listening to that engine while cruising I think you're right to consider that as part of your requirements. I genuinely cannot wait for this season, thanks for sharing it all with us.

Wow, that second one was just a dream. ....everything about it so warm and happy. Would LOVE to live in that one.

The Hawkins is amazing! And that engine sound is fantastic.

I went shopping for my first boat with a similar checklist; Cruiser, reverse layout, etc. I visited quite a few boats, but none really 'felt right', despite ticking all the boxes. Then a boat came up that was 5 minutes away from where I was staying (would be rude not to have a nosey). It was nothing like what I wanted in my head, but I instantly fell in love with it..... I got the keys to it 2 days ago and I can't stop grinning!

could set by the fire and listen to you read aloud very calming and relaxing

I can see why you like that second boat, I too liked the wood fit out and the marriage of modern controls with that beautiful vintage engine just made sense.

Loved the second boat you showed. The cherry paneling etc looks so warm and inviting.. A gardiner engine just topped it off. Can remember hand starting one of those in wintertime. Cant beat the key start.

That second boat was lovely. Perhaps the one you find has all the interior features you are looking for, and the vintage engine. Then when you say you're going for a little chug up the cut, it would really be a chug.

Best part of the journey is the windowshopping ;-)

David, please show more cupboards...thankyou. 😁

That classic engine was quite nice. The sound was soothing. The wood paneling looked good; however the first boat was my favorite of the two. I enjoyed the video, thank you!

I’m writing this as the second boat is being shown, I really like the second one, that darker wood feels so cozy and warm and that engine!

Oh my, that modernized Gardner engine is perfect for a narrowboat IMHO. Keep looking, maybe you will find another like it.

I knew I was going to enjoy your boat shopping. Excellent video!

Love the Gardner 2LW. I have 6LW in my Scammell and it’s an amazing engine that’s really easy to live with. 👍🏻

Hi David, Greetings from narrowboat Caernarfon! Been watching your vlogs with interest & pleasure over the last three years. Personally on our fourth boat now, & have seen your wish list for your next boat. Would just say to keep cabin breaches to a minimum. Houdini hatches, extra side hatches...... so seemingly ideal in terms of light and airiness, but realistically, any breach in the cabin brings issues in terms of water intake. Seriously would not recommend it, especially Houdini hatches. We have two in our galley, plus additional side-opening hatches rear, port-side to our boat, in addition to the hatches both sides in our saloon. All have water intake issues and have caused serious damage to the wood lining. Bottom line is that water always finds its way inwards with any breach in the cabin, & will cause problems. All the best, Claire.

Loved the wood in that second one !!!!

I must agree when making a purchase, it must sing to you. Thank you for taking us with you.

Glad you're going to cruise the first half of the season. Who knows, you may see or experience something additional to add to your checklist!

Oh that classic engine was such a nice treat! Made me smile as it started up and chugged away merrily :) Thanks for that! As I said before I'm really looking forward to your canal adventures this year, but the fact that you'll most probably will also be getting a new boat at some point makes it even more exciting. Haha. .. sounds like I'm easily entertained, but I assure you you are doing *something* right to turn me into such an addict. ..

As a single-hander, I agree with pretty much all you want in a replacement boat. (I say replacement rather than new in anticipation of what I will say later.) For travelling, I think cassette is a no-brainer. And a reverse layout I would die for... ...BUT... I think you're mad wanting a cruiser stern. They're bl&&dy cold in both windy and cold weather. On my semi-trad I am able to steer from in the warm in front of the counter and above the *nice warm* engine. And if it's raining I have an umbrella mount, so I don't have to hold a brolly. Re replacement: it seems to me that for the amount of money you anticipate spending (and your experience) you could (almost) design and have built a boat to your desired specification... and your Vandemonium construction/conversion skills would help to keep the cost down. Good luck - I enjoy your videos as they echo quite a bit of what I've been through. I hope to meet you whilst chugging sometime.

I came across your channel yesterday, and i have to say that i'm in love. Relaxing, but with a adventurous twist. Good luck with your endeavours, i'll be following them with keen interest. Cheers from the Netherlands.

Glad you are waiting until later I am looking forward to your travels this summer! Very best to you in finding the perfect new boat for you! Loved the sound of that vintage diesel!

I just wanted to say a big thank you for taking the time to explain everything in so many details! As a musician, I find the tone of your voice very melodious and the rhythm of your narrative is just perfect! Needless to say that I'm too now starting looking at the possibility of buying a narrowboat, if not yet for a lifestyle change, at least for leisure! Looking forward to more vlogs!! Best regards. David Giardino

David, if I owned a mooring marina on the canal, my first step would be to hire you as a salesman for, you guessed it; narrowboats. After cruising this season on through, when getting ready to winter out and sell the boat, why not apply for a sales position. Your reward in doing so would be very advantageous. You do understand my meaning, surely!

Having the vintage engine sold me right away and then the dark wood... oh boy, I loved that one.... have another listen to that rumble as it runs.... Great video....

remember, the good is not the enemy of the perfect.

I absolutely fell in love with the vintage engine. The sound it made, inside and outside, great! Think I might plan to do the same, buy it, use it for a year, them sell it again, but I have the feeling the selling part would not materialise.

The sound of that engine was narrowboat porn ❤️

Ah, I'd eyed up Jessop on the ABNB website, nice to have a virtual tour of it :)

I think the vintage engine sound would be a bit like water torture after a few hours. :)

Loved the second boat. Would have bought it for the engine alone. If I bought a narrow boat it would HAVE to have a vintage engine.

Really looking forward to this years cruising vlogs.

I have got so used to David and Wreyland that they sort of belong together. Mind you I do agree completely with what you said about the boats, one ticks the boxes and the other is love at first(internet)sight. If I was listening, instead of watching, I would have said yuck to the cherry-wood. But I like it. I suspect I would be as you describe, go with a list and buy something entirely different. And now Rugby boat sales keeps appearing in my feed.

oh that gorgeous gardner, I love it. Much more boaty!

No David, It's not going to happen. I see your future and its YELLOW!

We occasionally go to Marinas as do many others. Maybe we should all keep a weather eye on boats for sale and let you know if we see anything. There again, the hunting is a huge part of the pleasure so maybe not. Enjoy your summer season, I am getting withdrawal symptoms because I came across your videos only late last year, so the quicker you get cruising the better.

The vintage exhaust note is intoxicating! I think the layout and stern are the key criteria. Good luck with your search.

At one point I owned a vintage farm tractor. Once I got the engine to run, I wanted to listen nothing else. We are of a kindred spirit when come to the heartbeat of an engine of a certain age.

I like the logical approach you have viz your cruising/selling/buying timetable. Enjoy your last days, weeks, and months aboard the Wreyland.

What a difficult decision. Excellent video, very informative: explains the way you are thinking

Very interesting to see other designs, thanks David.😃👍👏👏👏

The sound of that Gardiner engine earned a thumbs up from me! Wonder how reliable they are after long service...

The Jessop is gorgeous oh my God

Good to see your shopping video. It was very informative as to what is out there to buy.

We did enjoy this vlog. You look so young and relaxed in this vlog. It was nice to see. Till next vlog🤗🤗🤗🤗

Please take us with you on the new boat selection... I think we are all nosey and curious to see...well I am anyway

That was a most interesting video thank you. There are no definitive answers to the purchasing dilemma and you have to be strong to remain objective when assessing around your identifies key criteria. It is probably best though not to tempt fate (and save time) and only visit boats that tick your criteria. A good meme for how well a boat has been looked after is to examine the engine and the engine spaces. If the engine looks grotty, or if there is rust or free standing water (or oil) it tells you the sort of effort and priority the owner accords to maintenance and husbandry of the whole boat. So much so - examine the engine space first and if you are not impressed go no further and walk away.

Love that Gardner😀

Although selling one boat for another is always a trying experience I am very glad to hear that you have thought this through and have done some solid research on exactly what you are looking for. So many times people tend to focus on one item and end up buying something that is lacking in other places. I am certain that won't happen to you. I am a huge fan of your very well made videos and very jealous that you get to enjoy canal life while I am stuck here behind a desk. Best of luck.

I absolutely love the last boat. Very classic.

David, I've got a 5 cyl Gardner in my yacht and it starts every time and never misses a beat. They are simply the best.....Tina Turner even sang a song about them !!

The second one is a beauty. I'm really looking forward to your new boat. Almost like getting one myself. :)

Thanks for this valuable vlog. Your work is greatly appreciated.

Exciting times ahead. Good stuff as usual.

This is going to be an interesting process to follow! I have to agree with many here...that classic engine is certainly classic! I'm afraid if i were in that boat as it were putting along the canal that would lull me right to sleep...what a beautiful sound. It seemed like the perfect mix of old and new. I'm mixed here, i envy your task and i dread it as well...that said, as long as you're able to continue cruising life will be good! Best of luck in the search and thanks for sharing.

Good luck to ya on finding just the boat you will fall in love with . It will happen, be patient mate.

What beautiful memories the sounds of a vintage engine ignite. A sort of reassuring 'nothing to worry about' feeling, but that sort of feeling on acid if I'm not being too strong. Its just so peaceful

I really love your videos and the way you talk to the camera. You could read an entire phonebook and I would be happy to watch and listen. But you are also a good craftsman. Maybe you should look for a boat in the need of some major repairs. The more work you have to do on that next boat, the more interesting videos we thankful followers could enjoy. Good luck anyway!.

Very Interesting, Dave,Looking forward to the Cruising coming-up,,,,,Thanks,,,,from Arizona!

I like the Interior of the first boat an the outside of the 2nd one put together and do nicely

Loved the engine note on the 2nd vessel :-)

You'll know the right boat when you see it David, happy shopping 👍

I stumbled across your channel this weekend and am beyond fascinated with this lifestyle. Your vlogs are super relaxing to watch. I guess if I win the lotto I know how I want to spend my Aprils and September/Octobers. Looks like good times!

That Gardener...... Superb sound. Bit smokey, might be needing maintenance soon. But you're not buying, so doesn't matter. The other thing that struck me is that with a head wind, nasty fumes

Great video thanks. Definitely the right decision to head out for your cruise on the cut and then revisit acquiring another boat for the later part of the year. Good chance to have a ponder about what you want in your next boat whilst pottering along in the country side at walking pace, and you can spy for other boats for sale along the way too!

Always a good watch, Thanks for taking the time. Wish we had an equivalent of your canal system and your English candor as well here in the US.

Still absolutely love watching 'cruising the cut' vlog's...... Keep up the good work 👍

Avast! Live your dream! Great show old Bean!

Very interesting David. I will look forward to future updates.

Liked this video bro it was good to see how others have their boats set up. All the best

I absolutely love the chuffing sound of that old 2 stroke diesel, has a better, more organic sound than a modern clackerty diesels engine, gives the boat more of a "livingness" about it. Doesn't make you feel as though your part of a machine like you do with a modern clackerty diesels.