Have you made it to Georgian Bay yet?

Have you made it to Georgian Bay yet?

Your incompetence is astounding. Your arrogance in refusing to admit your incompetence and doing something to fix that is terminally stupid. And very dangerous. Your incompetence put others on alert to have to help bail you out of another situation in which you are in way over your head. You're beyond needing a proper captain to teach you. You need to sell the boat and turn yourself in to an asylum. They probably can't fix you, but can keep you safe from yourself and endangering others.

Things are going to happen on the water! Down load the the NOAA App. You don't want to be another USS MINNOW.

I have no advice to give. As you said, you've been in and around boats most of your adult life. All I will say is, based on this first day, you're in for a great adventure on the great loop. Did you bring your scuba gear with you?

The scariest is coming in to it form the top side bing up against the door it’s pretty tall and just a simple latch holding the door closed fun fact is the lock tub getting any heavier when boats are in it ? Or is the displacement of the boats removing the same weight of water

BTW, I wanted to say I really appreciate your approach to recording all events both positive and challenging. I am the same age and looking forward to hopefully starting the Loop with my wife) in Fall 2025. Please keep up the great running commentary and hopefully you have more good days than challenging days. Lee on MV Exhale

I think that Balsam Lake is the highest point on earth that a boat starting at sea level can reach by canal. Since you started on the Hudson your boat has done it. ( 256.3 metres)

You're telling about these wild downpours and torrential rains and wind, Ummm, at 9:12 in your video, there's a WATERSPOUT a few hundred yards from you!!!!!😮😱😵😫 For those that don't know what a WATERSPOUT is, it's a tornado over the water that sucks the water up into the sky!!!!!

I find the adversity rewarding when I beat it, stressful during but afterwards it’s a victory. Maybe look at it that way

Good job! That's what keeps the blood flowing...😎👍

Great video as always... you think the lift lock was interesting. Wait until you get to Big Chute 😂😂

I think the #1 comment from loopers that I've heard that surprised them the most is how much work it is. Not a pleasure cruise for parts of it. And you have twice the work since you're single handing. Stick with it, you'll make it.

not trying to troll but you inexperience shows. I commend you for trying as I have been watching the whole time. Good to see you finally are wearing a life jacket while in the locks. I hope the best but do worry about your saftey

Im in my late fifties, i hope i have your courage and resilience when I'm 70.

Love your videos! I'm living my dream of doing the loop through you!

Train ]s go slow because our tacks are all in bad shape they can’t go fast

Abord is on your intro, not Aboard

Be carful rice lake had a hidden rail track across it lots of people hit it and it’s a boat killer

Another great job .. Don’t quit. I’m inspired to get this done by watching your videos.

Remember, panic will make things worse and get you into more trouble. Agree that being alone and with a vessel thats not real easy to handle locks and docking, the upper helm does not help you for trying up. Keep your cool when it is stressful you'll get thru it.

Should you be doing this? You seem close to tragedy often

Ok , I’ll bite - CMG ? Lol ! I enjoy the stories of your difficulties, being alone ( as I will be someday ) cause me to not be overly confident in my lack of expierence, but Someday . ,

Abord or aboard?

Always prep for both sides in locks!

I hope this comment finds you well and good, sir. I want to point out a couple things that may or may not be lost on you. First, keep your chin up. I know there are struggles along your journey but what is success without struggle? Every day you learn more about your capabilities and build on them, coming out of it stronger and wiser. We do not grow as human beings if we only live inside our comfort zone. Get comfortable being uncomfortable. Second, you are doing something most of us will never have the chance to do. So turn your camera on, get your coffee every morning, take us out to see the sunrise and reflect on what you learned the previous day. We are here on this journey with you and we want to hear all about it. ❤❤

I also was caught in a sudden summer squall on Rice Lake, not fun. You have made it past the weediest part of the TS and from Simcoe on up it is much better. At least you got through the railway bridge before it suffered issues and has been closed (not sure if its reopened yet or not).

Another great video. Thanks for sharing.

I see you've made it to Georgian Bay. Welcome to the Great Lakes. Time for big water fun. [evil grin]

Sounds like you had a great time on the Trent/Severn canal. Canada must love you. =) =) I agree these are things that should be in the various Great Loop guides as well as in videos made by loopers but I've not noted any looper mention seeing commentary in any guide about "look out for this possibility here", and few make note of such things themselves. Though in the latter case it may just be that they don't encounter them. The only one I can think of is actually Scho and Jo, who I know you watched, who did make note of the same narrow section of canal and the potential issues with it although iirc they didn't have any issues themselves. Hang in there. Just like with the locks, once you've experienced these things you'll recognize the situation before hand next time and know how to deal with it. Might not be easier, but it'll be less stressful. Here's hoping the Mississippi flooding has gone down by the time you get there.

That was another very interesting video. I am glad you elected to take the Trent Severn route because I have been following several Loop blogs and I don't see too much about it. I guess maybe you are taking the more adventurous path back home. I would like to see some of your mundane or routine housekeeping chores and maintenance. Remember that what is routine to you may be exciting to someone who isn't having as an adventurous experience as you are. You are in a foreign country and things are very different. Enjoy each new thing you encounter. Have a safe trip.

Canada is broken, the inevitable result of electing Trudeaus 7 times.

The scenery when you get past Lake Simcoe will make every thing worth while

Rice lake is brutal I have been caught several times. No solution for the weeds.

I enjoyed each episode so far. Wonderful adventures. I downsided my boat from 25 feet to 17 feet. I had problems to handle the big boat alone, when I became older. So I am impressed seeing you handling your huge yacht alone.

Aw the boating life isn't supposed to be that stressful . Relax and try enjoy it Eh...Just kidding You are the only one showing us the stress and parallels of boating. Keep up the great work.Cheers

Meh... turn it around and realize your doing something unique that many wish they could, but never will. The mayhem is part of the fun and challenge. Accomplishment it only felt and realize with struggle. Personally, I would have been laughing during something like that. Just remember to operate the boat first. Don't worry what the wind is doing, focus on the task needed to deal with it. Your doing great! It'll only get better with more experience and time. By the time this is over, your going to be a skilled and proficient Yachtsman.

At ~8 minutes I’m wondering why I watch this. You have a very good delivery, and content is generally very comforting. However, this recent video is a complete waste of time. You are doing something very, very special. The Loop at your age… “and ALONE” is remarkable. Show us what you do everyday… Morning coffee is a hit, and you know this!

I am really enjoying your videos each week. Keep them up! It seems like this week you were a little burnt out... no wonder after all those challenges. Don't be afraid to take a little time and find a good spot to spend a week or so, just to regroup. Remember, this is supposed to be fun, not a race! Florida will still be there when you get back. 😉

Next time report the actions of the bridge operator at the next lock , no reason for his actions at that bridge just another fool taking wages for nothing it,s called time theft against tax payers and yes im, Canadian and live in Ontario it,s not right for anybody to go through that waiting for a bridge to open

Listen my friend....when I first started watching you, there were some mistakes that were shocking and yes entertaining. My 11 year old son was watching them with me. I've since watched your channel without him and he walked in today and said (and I don't mean to be rude) "is that dummy crashing his boat again"? And I explained to him that you were one who did not hide his mistakes and have really improved his boating skills. It was a learning moment for both myself and my 11 yo son. You are indeed keeping it real, and I applaud you for that! My son will learn a valuable lesson because of your videos and for that, I thank you sir. Safe travels my friend.

Did you get your CDN fishing licence? Cops take that very seriously in the area. Heads up

i love your videos!

You are living my dream when I retire. I will be learning from your videos. Keep up the good work, take your time, and please be safe. (Wear the life jacket) on the next few locks. You got this!!!!

Sorry you have a bad back, great you still have enough back reserves to start/do the loop. On the vertical pipes in the locks would perrel beads help the line “roll” up/down the lock pipe?

Itchy Boots influence? The lack of a lower helm would seem to be quite a “inconvenience “. Nice video.

The big derrick at Langley NASA looks like the device they sawed the MV Golden Ray apart with. And that Mantus has you!

Just wanted to say that I've really enjoyed watching your videos and you have been an inspiration to me and my wife. Congrats on going for it!!

About your migraines when you drink. Not sure if you have always been that way but I used to drink in college and then started suffering a similar thing. It started with two beers and I felt like i was hung over, then latter, even one beer would make me feel awful. Turns out I hared a large brain tumor the size of an apricot. I think the alcohol dilated the blood vessels in my brain and there just was not enough room for everything. There is medication for what I have and now 20 years latter and with treatment I can have a beer with my dinner again.

As a future solo looper this is some of the best locking advise I have ever heard. Thank you so much for sharing your trip.