Why I Won’t Live in a Submarine [S3E19]

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@AlienX69 3 жыл бұрын

Aladino - Perfectionist, Craftsman, Thinker, Seamanship Maya - Story Teller, Narrator, Musician, 1st Mate Magic Carpet - A fine little yacht in Bristol condition Put is all together, mix it up and you have one of the best sailing channels out there !!

@Chr.U.Cas1622 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Sea Drifter 👍👌👏 Very well said, of course I totally agree. Best regards, luck and health.

@udomachiels2154 3 жыл бұрын

Hi guys, the blue boats with KNRM on them are NOT from the coast guard but from the Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution, Koninklijke Nederlandse Redding Maatschappij, abbreviated: KNRM)

@user-cx5ni7me6l 2 жыл бұрын

(For the non dutchies) Special and strange about the KNRM is that its totally private funded by individuals and companies donating. Still don't know the reason for this, but its a fun fact :) (or does the kustwacht/coastguard pays them also? Does someone know this?)

@submarineradioman5535 3 жыл бұрын

I lived on submarines for 7 years... it’s not so bad... excellent video - well produced - VERY INTERESTING !!!

@nannyg666 3 жыл бұрын

Maya, you are a wonderful violinist, and a great storyteller. But more than anything else, I would melt into a puddle if anyone called me "my love" the way you say it to Alidino.

@ryansargent9463 2 жыл бұрын

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@klasbockasten9840 3 жыл бұрын

I remembering being in den Helder in August 1967 after going into harbour having been running downwind in a storm for three days on the North Sea and the crew looking for rest. We were sailing on a 40 ft wooden yacht bound for England. I left the boat in den Helder returning to my native Sweden to continue my high school. I now live in Canada and sail the North Channel in Lake Huron. Enjoy watching your sailing adventure.

@fraseranderson708 3 жыл бұрын

I think it'd make for a magical moment, anchored at dusk, hearing real music wafting out over the waves. I've no doubt you've held, and will hold, countless sailors enthralled with your music. Please don't ever stop.

@webbtrekker534 3 жыл бұрын

AS a US Navy Submariner I appreciated your walk through of the nicely kept Netherlands submarine. In hte torpedo Room there would have been more torpedoes then you saw. The bunks were probably just above each torpedo. The crew size of 70 sounds about right. The crew was probably divided into 3 sections and 1/3 of the crew would be on duty, 1/3 of the crew would be asleep and the other third would be engaged in other work. It is very calm and still submerged unlike it can be on the surface. I liked going to sea and diving and settling into a normal routine.

@AXISMEDIATV 3 жыл бұрын

Tres Hombres! I almost crewed on that ship but timing wasn't right- another great vid- !

@johngoeddeke2882 3 жыл бұрын

I’m once again enchanted by another wonderful magic carpet adventure. Many of us may never get to experience what the two of you are doing except through the artful lens of your perspective. Thank you

@Zundappalkmaar 3 жыл бұрын

Finally you have arrived in my hometown Den Helder and i'm glad you liked it! I really hoped to see al little more of the ship i live on; seagoing tug Hercules. you can see a glimpse of it at 4.04 minutes. but no worries, i still enjoyed this, and all the other videos you've done already! keep it up!

@PhG1961 3 жыл бұрын

Another interesting journey... sail around Denmark towards the Baltic sea ! So many nice things to see with several countries around. All with a very interesting history. When you want to make a short cut, head for Kiel and use the canal.

@pearville37 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the waltz, and letting these old eyes see places my body is too old to ever see in person. Please keep on keepin on.

@callumduncan6728 3 жыл бұрын

education, a good story , wonderful music and a sunny disposition make for a great friday morning thank you for all the talent you pour into these videos just excellent

@htimsid 3 жыл бұрын

indeed, they make such enjoyable videos!

@goofyiest 3 жыл бұрын

30 years in the submarine force: fresh air, seasons, and sunshine, all not required. Of course, those are nuclear powered submarines, with plenty of A/C and fresh water, but not any more space. Nice video! Just found your channel and your style is awesome. Looking forward to starting from the beginning.

@parkjv1 3 жыл бұрын

I retired from the US Submarine Force as a Senior Chief Radioman in 1993, my last boat was the USS Henry M. JACKSON, SSBN 730 Gold crew out of Bangor, Washington! It was the best way to serve my country! I would do it all over again. Even with all the challenges and hard work! My longest patrol submerged is 120 days! Running on the Surface was a great time! I really enjoy you two and your adventures! Fair winds and following seas.

@olebloom1641 3 жыл бұрын

As a child I went to the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry for their submarine on display. Your walk through brought back so many happy memories.

@frankd2301 3 жыл бұрын

I did that too

@juliesimpson3729 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Maya.... your talents amaze me! Such a gifted artist in music, history, videography, editing and even your articulate way you speak is something I look forward to every week! Aladino, you amaze me as well in your skills as a historian, sailor and story teller as well! I love how you love each other most of all! Never let things get in the way of that love for each other!

@jericlarke3809 3 жыл бұрын

And your music drifts out all over the town. Soooooo lovely ‼️

@eduardomontes1276 3 жыл бұрын

Den Helder, my hometown for 42 years, this video brought back a lot of sweet memories, loved it !!!

@johanneslidenberg2409 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, nice to see the tres hombres and learn about the tecla.

@alansomerville4806 Жыл бұрын

Retired aa a CPO after 16yrs in RN as a Reactor Panel Operator. Much bigger than that thing. Many more people as well as Polaris Missile Launch tubes. Just as packed, with equipment, just as enclosed and short of space esp. where we worked, in the Propulsion Spaces. Much quieter than that, they were playing recordings for you from Sonar, to illustrate. Can't see a thing, good charts tell you where you are or should be. Periscopes no good dived except if you come shallow for some reason, so they are almost never used, unless attacking with torpedoes or surfacing, to check for Sonar blind spots caused by layers of cold water which reflect sound and hide ships etc. from the Sonar. We were at sea for anything up to three months, although 10 weeks was more normal. Surprisingly comfortable life and in some ways I still miss it.

@errolG68 3 жыл бұрын

How lovely it was for me to come across your video I’m an old man who lived and worked on a farm here in South Africa 🇿🇦 and now enjoy watching videos on my iPad from all over the world. I really enjoyed watching yours and will continue to follow yours for as long as I can. My best wishes to you both.

@truman42746 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding! The waltz was beautiful!! I would love to hear you play more often!

@hermanrombouts276 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Maya and Aladino.When I lived in the Netherlands ,I never had a chance to visit Den Helder.But now I have, because of you.The submarine boat was very interesting.You might perhaps seen a video: The Kurz Disaster (Russian Submarine) The Dutch salvaging companies Smit international and Mammoet raised the Kurz.

@greaseboards9684 2 жыл бұрын

Wow to the string section. Wow. Superb.

@lat7805 3 жыл бұрын

I just watch The wolf's call (Le chant du loup) remembering all the time your visit to this submarine. Excellent movie.

@charonstyxferryman 3 жыл бұрын

10:35 - 10:44 I love the glassy water and the reflections at dusk

@jeroensmaal 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you again for a great video! I've seen the submarine many times from the road while driving to the ferry to Texel but never got around to visiting it. We did visit the Reddingsmuseum just next to it. Did you know that the organization responsible for rescue at sea in the Netherlands (KNRM, which is separate from the Dutch Coast Guard) is a charity organization that is completely run by volunteers and funded by donations from the public and businesses (like the RNLI in the UK)?

@jwenting 3 жыл бұрын

thought they knew, but it was the guys from Sailing Uma that made a video about them last year, donating their old life raft to them when they got a new one for themselves.

@kwarts 3 жыл бұрын

Mister Smaal, I hope you don't mind me adding to your comment. Most, if not all KNRM lifeboat crew are highly skilled volunteers, but at staff-functions like fundraising or maintenance they rely on paid professionals. Kind regards (met vriendelijke groet), Christiaan Rieffe

@TheSmartodd 3 жыл бұрын

My wife and I were able to take a short tour on a tourist sub in St. Marten. It was very different. As a scuba diver, it wasn't my first time down to 100'. The only thing I was disappointed in was that there were no lights on the outside, so all the coral and fish where that shade of blue.

@portfoliofotoz 3 жыл бұрын

I am a retired US naval officer. I never served on submarines, and agree wholeheartedly with you, Maya. Nope, nope, nope, and hell no!

@mr.b6374 3 жыл бұрын

I'm also US Navy retired After 32 years! Serving on board three nuclear powered submarines! I wholeheartedly disagree with you! 70days? Ha that was a breeze, my longest submerged voyage was 138 days from submerging until we surfaced! With a crew of 250+ officers and crew, I would never step foot on a "target" as we called the skimmers! But I must admit, that I showered daily, unlike most of the crew! I found this Submarine strangely odd! "Being on the hard"! Even in "dry" dock! Our boats were never actually on the hard! I have been to the depths most would never fathom! But have become aware of as I age having a fear of heights! Kind of crazy! That boat definitely predates my career! But watching this vlog, I felt as if I could smell the nautical atmosphere of the city! Besides once your more that 20 fathoms below the surface it feels like your tied to the pier! Once my mother asked if we had screen doors on the Submarine 😳🤣😂🤣😉

@janheckman1408 3 жыл бұрын

It was nice seeing Den Helder again. I had my training as a naval reserve officer at the naval academy there. We considered Den Helder a very uninteresting city, mainly inhabited by naval people. The maritime museum was very much smaller then. If you enjoy miniature ship models, you should come to Hamburg and visit the gigantic maritime museum there.

@BCTGuitarPlayer 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never heard such absolute articulation. This was a treat for the eyes;) And very fun information.

@Valerie_Dawn 3 жыл бұрын

That waltz on the violin was beautiful! You definitely have talent. The tours were very interesting too.

@gailalbers1430 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the little Waltz ! I so enjoy those musical vignettes 🥰

@judykinsman3258 3 жыл бұрын

Always love your including lovely violin playing Maya. Great video of a place I’ll never get to visit but now have so enjoyed seeing through your eyes.

@mopedinthemalverns6661 3 жыл бұрын

you really took an interest in where you were and what you were looking at in this video (as always) and your fascination with the museum was palpable. A well informed and informative video which left us feeling like we had been there. We loved the way you were inspired by the submarine and the fact you could touch it and feel it. You liked the freedom of that museum. Your videos are getting better and better and we like the history you sew into them. With people like you there is hope for the world yet! Liked.

@OnnoBoosman 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the extra long Easter version! Nice video and as always fantastic editing and music! Saludos from Alicante Spain! Happy Easter to you all!

@squirrel132356 3 жыл бұрын

TRES HOMBRESSSSSS ❤️ You just made some plus points in my opinion 😁 enjoy the amazing taste-poem!

@larrymisiak915 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding episode, again. What a place to be totally “submerged” in ships, boats, and such. And to have it all to yourselves too! The shots of the somewhat deserted town on the water in low light conditions test your film making skills, which are great! The sub tour was engaging. A veritable maritime extravaganza! The violin piece so special, especially your facial expressions! Seldom do you reveal what must be the usual challenges of partners living and working together all the time. At the beginning of this episode your remark to your partner that he still was in his sweats was priceless. Your voices are an important part of the sound track! Thanks again. Larry Misiak Retired Wannabe Sailor Houston Texas

@Hairnicks 3 жыл бұрын

What a brilliant place, I can see in your faces how much you enjoyed that.

@jakecrib9971 3 жыл бұрын

Tank you for an interesting and informative video. I love those old sailing ships. Your violin playing exceeded my expectations. Very Lovely !

@goofyiest 3 жыл бұрын

the dials at the 'submerging station' show you the angle of the planes, your depth, and probably your depth rate. different sets of planes for up/down and left/right, along with different sets of indicators. Again, a cool episode!

@vadmal5210 3 жыл бұрын

Sailing is obvious more than sailing... Great vlog, thanks

@ddg4bob 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating video, especially to this old, former US Navy sailor. I am impressed that so much effort and expense is devoted to preserving and displaying these grand ships. It suggests a great love of the sea on the part of the nation's people and culture. Your playing is beautiful.

@scable-eq7bp 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a very uplifting video, we haven't been in the best of spirits this week, we received word that one of our favorite KZfaq Van Life stars, and sailing enthusiast and a personal friend of ours, Lee MacMillan took her own life this past weekend in Santa Barbara, California but she's from Ontario.She was only 28 years old. She was very famous on KZfaq as part of the Max & Lee Van Life Travels channel and she had a huge following on Instagram. Max & Lee traveled all over the world by van and boat and they did several sailing adventures with us from Florida to the Bahamas on our Privilege 615 catamaran.They seemed so happy together but sadly they broke up in 2019. She really struggled with the break-up but went on to start her own KZfaq channel and it was becoming very popular, she was always bubbly and had an outgoing personality in front of the camera, but Lee had a dark side to her, she was struggling with depression, anxiety, and had thoughts of suicide quite often. It didn't help that she was constantly being bullied and threatened on her KZfaq channel and maybe this weighed in on her committing suicide. She well truly be missed, she was the brightest star, a magnetic force of nature and was loved by so so many.

@SailingMagicCarpet 3 жыл бұрын

I hadn’t heard until this comment - this is devastating, wow. I watched max and Lee, and later watched Lee appear on Eamon and Bec’s channel many times. In the strange way one can feel like one knows a KZfaqr, I did feel like I knew her. What a tragic event, and such a stark reminder that you can’t know what goes on behind a screen or behind a smiling face. Thanks for bringing this to my attention, this is truly tragic and I wish you a lot of strength in processing this as well. -Maya

@scable-eq7bp 3 жыл бұрын

@@SailingMagicCarpet Thank you Maya......

@Woeschhuesli 3 жыл бұрын

We also hit Den Helder on a dull, rainy day and stuck with the museum quarter (there doesn't seem to be much "town" - bombed out, I guess...) which was super interesting. The foodie area was yummy, too ;).

@priestblood 3 жыл бұрын

playing your violin blew me away what a fantastic peaceful sound ,what a beautiful piece of music.Thank you for your great videos am working my way from your first video to present so alot of back issues to watch ,best wishes

@georgestolz4705 3 жыл бұрын

Hi guys. Thank you for a great tour. A modern submarine might have about 110 crew aboard. They can stay under for months at a time. Best regards.

@emlynjay8633 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating vlog and illustrates perfectly there's more to Den Helder that just being nl's premier Military Naval Base and Ferry to Texel.

@shreksswamp9001 3 жыл бұрын

Well, all your videos are so good, especially with Maya's style of narrating the stories, but this video was even better because I enjoy looking at ships in museums too, especially submarines. Oh and Maya, that town in Western Australia that ship ended up in, is called Geraldton and said as though the G is a J. It's in the midwest or what is called The Batavia Coast because not far off the coast of Geraldton (approx 60km), is the wreck of the Batavia.

@oldshad65 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that great waltz Maya. Love the maritime discussion too.

@duncan.5228 3 жыл бұрын

Such a very different sailing video. Beautifully made and narrated. Thank you.

@klouism1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a wonderful video. You made everything very interesting. I also love your violin playing you are indeed a wonderful musician. Wishing you safe travels in good health always ⛵

@mikewillis2934 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating and well presented. Felt as if I was there. Thanks for sharing Mike

@grantmcraven 3 жыл бұрын

Yet another stunningly wonderful and creative video, thank you. Loved the musical interlude.

@pamelaharper4491 3 жыл бұрын

Very well done. Thank you for bringing us on the tour. Your videos are well worth the time. Please say it's worth the effort as we enjoy your view of sailing. Thank you for all you do.

@nobodysmith4453 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you noticed the wooden boat repair shop, just next to tres hombres office. Really nice boatbuilder called Bert works there. Happy travel from Paul,

@Daydreameruk 3 жыл бұрын

Such beautiful music making Maya, I lose myself. Please release a CD or Digital Download soon. 💐🤞🏼

@oldskull70 3 жыл бұрын

I love naval museums and ship ones too !!!!!! Thanks for sharing !!!!!!!! Great video !!!!!!

@johnd4831 3 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite episodes of any sailing shows, very well done. The waltz was absolutely beautiful and the accompanied video & stills were a great touch. In fact, I replayed your music and my wife and I danced to it. Stay safe.....

@henrykprzychodzki4034 3 жыл бұрын

Maya and Aladino. Again, thank you for the superb show. Greetings from Kelowna

@gacastro 3 жыл бұрын

Another gem of a video! The waltz music as background was lovely 😊

@englishmaninfrance661 3 жыл бұрын

Den Helder looks a fascinating place

@53goforit 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Maya, my heart just sings when you play the violin, you do it so gracefully, thank you from the bottom of my heart

@sailing-etanche 3 жыл бұрын

We have visit the museum too and we also didn't see everything. Very nice. Sometimes, covid times is a positive thing. You were along there!

@deanej1 2 жыл бұрын

Aladino can hardly contain his excitement! I guess I’d be the same if someone gave me a tour of CERN. P.S. Bourbon, is only made in the States. Whiskey/whisky is made in Ireland/Scotland, and best not to call it scotch either, at risk of offending either party. 😊

@kellyh1316 3 жыл бұрын

Another evening enjoyed, listening and watching your story. Thank you for sharing some of your lives and gifts with us!

@rickkwitkoski1976 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely as usual! Thank you for your weekly videos. You are both such a breath of fresh air.

@waynerudiger1756 3 жыл бұрын

So many things about submarines are mind blowing. Thanks for sharing!

@parkjv1 Жыл бұрын

I have a total of about 6 years of submerged time as a 20 year Submarine Veteran! I miss it and would do it all over again.

@paulbearman4653 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, I love visiting maritime museums, I will have to add Den Helder to my bucket list.

@kennethharrison8718 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I toured Tres Ombres in Falmouth, Antigua about 5 years ago now. I can very much relate to you as I just love all boats. I could look at them all day. All the best to you both.

@robbywittlin1631 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Easter, Maya and Aladino - thank you for entertaining us every Friday with the Magic Carpet episodes. I wonder whereabouts you‘re spending these days😉 have fun, stay safe and sane

@jimduffy9773 3 жыл бұрын

Such beautiful sound, imagery, content. You two are very good!

@tinaldeptula7640 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video. Really like it when you incorporate your music. We would love to be anchored out and hearing someone playing a violin.

@thomasfletcher8804 2 жыл бұрын

A wonderful day. Your voice is that of an angel.

@Hunter-ym2kk 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the waltz.. models, maritime museum in London has a ton.. we loved it..

@rickkwitkoski1976 3 жыл бұрын

Interactive museum displays are the BEST! Thanks for sharing all of this. Until next Friday then...

@philgray1023 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another wonderful video. I'm putting Den Helder on our list for when we get to travel again.

@christopherstevenson9737 3 жыл бұрын

Yet again... fabulous video!! 👍🏻. Always learn something and will for sure look into Tres Hombres or Tesla. Would LOVE to sail on either one! You two are my fave arm chair sailing couple!!!❤️ And keep giving us fiddle tunes and waltzes! No more folk dancing due to COVID, so your music is best I can get!

@johnbaumgartner2137 3 жыл бұрын

I spent 24 years on and off Subs, a total of 8 years under water, 19 three month patrols. Now I live on my Corbin (that I built) for the last 20 years. John S/V Bright Eyes

@paulelgersma3971 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking us with you.

@jhendric98 3 жыл бұрын

Spent 10 years on submarines. It was definitely a lifestyle.I did enjoy my time, but happy to leave it.

@shyamlynn243 3 жыл бұрын

I love how you play that violin.

@MrTacklebury 3 жыл бұрын

Yah, I could never be on a sub. I tried to enter one in Maine at a museum and I'm 6' and was 220 pounds then and could barely fit through the entryway. I made it 10 steps and hit my head and had to get out! lol One of the few times I really felt a panick coming on from claustrophobia.

@saltysnoopy 3 жыл бұрын

:-) I served aboard a 1960's US Navy ballistic missile submarine. They were much larger in diameter and had two decks through out most of the boat. It was much more roomy than WWII boats. The one patrol I went on we were submerged for 70 days. 110 officers & crew. Patrols were very BORING ... glad I did it but wouldn't do it again. If I were to do it again I'd want to serve on a Fast Attack boat. In San Diego there's a Russian submarine of the same era that was more archaic than the one you guys tours.

@lentongrovetrust5201 3 жыл бұрын

This was a special video made exceptional with music by Maya, thank you for sharing it

@juliesimpson3729 3 жыл бұрын

Also, thank you for the longer video! I know it means more work for you, but it brings us much joy!

@peterb4620 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent episode and it was really nice listening to you playing the violin :)

@williamrick1543 3 жыл бұрын

really cool video! I spend a week with my boat last summer right at the same dock where you have been, so funny!

@dennisleiby474 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome as Always. Thank you for your Great story telling!

@guymachiels6583 3 жыл бұрын

Maya you really outdid yourself 👌 I loved the spokie atmosphere at the start of the video, looked like you even adjusted your hair to go with that 😂 But what really touched me was the beautiful waltz you played! I absolutely enjoyed that👍 Well played in an fantastic setting. Can we find your version of Millie’s waltz by Oliver Schroer on Spotify ? Thanks very much, you made my day !

@knut8556 3 жыл бұрын

The Netherlands is a fine country. And the museums are cool 👍

@trongod2000 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the introduction. I can see I would be very entertained by the boats and museum.

@josephsage3524 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I just bought a lil Bristol that is currently sitting in the hard next to a massive schooner....it's pretty cool

@Davidcallard 3 жыл бұрын

You two really are a cut above the rest! I love all the things such as arts and culture that you both obviously enjoy as well. That was a fascinating tour of the Dan Helder docklands and the submarine tour was a class act! Well done! I have long held a great interest in Dutch boats in general but esp. Dutch working boats. eg. trawlers. I think a trawler would convert into a great bluewater cruiser and one with loads of style and character, both qualities I value highly, even to the extent of sacrificing some practical advantages. I love Magic Carpet for those qualities! Thank you for another great video!

@53goforit 3 жыл бұрын

Again thank you Maya and Aladino

@gillesgomez3091 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this interesting journey. I appreciate the way you visited this submarine with respect and discretion. Not touching everything despite you had a free access to almost the entire ship. This illustrates your state of mind and I do like that. That is not si common in today's silly selfish world.

@SamuelKTennis 3 жыл бұрын

As a youngster I remember touring a submarine at Mayport Navel Station in Jasonville Florida. Being an impetuous youth, I had to jump and mash that red "Fire" button to launch the torpedo. The crew guiding us Boy Scouts, of course, pretended I had just destroyed the bridge over the St. Johns river but, I can tell you with some confidence, it escaped unscathed. Maya, I suspect that an airplane lands much easier than a submarine surfaces... more controls ;-) Thank you both so much for sharing this tour.

@hesseldijkstra5327 3 жыл бұрын

A wow episode!!! About the submarine, the Tonijn was constructed with three cilinders one on the top for the crew and the two below for the engines and batteries. Due to this construction in those days it could dive deeper than all other submarines.

@jwenting 3 жыл бұрын

yup, and even more importantly be constructed in sections at smaller shipyards that didn't have the equipment to weld the large diameter pressure hulls that would otherwise be needed.