Are You Not Entertained? | Ep. 275

From from one idyllic anchorage to the next, I move my way northward through the Bras d'Or lakes. While it may appear all perfectly carefree, the Bras d'Or lakes pose some rather tricky challenges for the engineless sailboat. One is passing through the road and rail bridge at Grand Narrows. It is not only narrow, but the currents can be strong and unpredictable.

MUSIC: Fields of Gold (Sting) -- Kevin's No-Copyright Covers
For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)(AC/DC) -- Kevin's No-Copyright Covers

CAMERAS:
Canon EOS 60D with EF 24-105mm L IS zoom lens
Go Pro Hero 7 Black
Go Pro Hero 9 Black

DRONE:
DJI Phantom 3 Professional

THE BOAT: Design: Gilmer 31; LOD 31', LWL 25', Beam 9.5', Draft 4.5', Displ. 13,600lbs.

[markseabaugh]

I lost my father this year at the same time you lost your dad. I thought I would let you know your videos were a comfort to me. I listened to Soul Cages alot during that time. I guess your music triggered this response. I hope you know you are an inspiration to me and most likely many others.

[sumobear]

You are an excellent seaman and the videos are superb. Sailing through the bridge took some courage and faith in Ruth

[daveveilleux]

Nice seing back Maskell Harbour where we anchored on September 2023 to let post tropical Lee blows

[s.v.corycia]

Yes Sir, I am very entertained, thank you!

[sailboatcarrabarra]

Well done Capt. Marcus Aurelius, well done.

[ArtSailing]

It is amazing the feeling when you've done some challenging maneuver... without noisy and smelly engin.
It is such a light feeling.
Wonderful video!
Fair winds and
Let the force be with you!

[sleethmitchell]

great. really enjoy watching you handle that boat. most of my sailing has been without motor, but i was always sweating bullets. very enjoyable.

[SlowlySailing-lccs]

Fear and wonder- a powerful combination!
Well done.

[sport]

Great video! I have been sailing Nova Scotia waters for the last decade and have to say the places you go with no engine takes a lot of balls. The one thing I have learned in my time sailing these waters is you pretty much can never trust any wind predictions. The wind can be very localized.

[Land_an_sea]

Those bridges under sail are stressful. I remember sailing under an opening bridge in clearwater fla, tons of car traffic backed up, and had to tack slowly through with perfect timing. Luck was on my side and just made it under before the folks on the road started throwing stuff at the little sailboat that was holding up their evening commute. My mate, used to power boat life, went below incase he be recognized. But captain and dog cared not once committed to the endeavor. Fair wind, and thanks for the videos.

[michaelgullikson]

Most definitely entertained! I wouldn't have thought that sailing on such a quiet day could hold so much drama. I'm sure that there is more entertainment to come.

Thank you for this excellent sailing video. One of the striking features of this channel is how authentic it feels to the actual experience.

Happy New Year, Kevin

[jimringo]

Fascinating bridge passage under sail. Thank you for the view.

[cappleton]

Nice!! And what a beautiful area - thanks!

[georgepeatiearth]

Great one! Thank you, good health and an even keel around the sun for 2025!

[daverobey]

Constantly amazed how you handle such a big sailboat without an engine. Well done. PS: Happy New Year!

[sailingvesperonthechesapea]

Kevin, to answer your question, “Yes, I’m entertained.” I admire your moxie of sailing through an open bridge and certainly understand your nervousness about it because I’m nervous when motoring through a bridge opening. Never sailed through one and never seen it done on the Chesapeake where I sail. Not sure the bridge tenders would be happy about but again, never tried it. Hope you’re keeping warm down in Beaufort and Happy New Year!

[rogerc]

Nice work as usual. She'll sit lower in freshwater than the ocean, of course, which is good for scootching under bridges, less good for anchorages.

[rfdinesen]

Nice job. Always entertained by your videos. Very nice fields of gold

[garymalm]

Happy New Year Kevin.
You have kept me entertained for 5 years now.
gary in japan

[eleutheros]

You are past the point of no return 😁 Beautiful sailing!!