Solar Powered Narrowboat! Installing Solar Panels on our canal boat. Ep. 98

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  • @williamthompson7162
    @williamthompson7162 4 роки тому +38

    I tend to limit my comments, but this explanation was simply outstanding. Educators should take your lead for clarity.

  • @bdhall77
    @bdhall77 4 роки тому +4

    I've never noticed the name Silver Fox on the roof before!! Nice touch!😊

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +3

      Understated 😉

    • @bdhall77
      @bdhall77 4 роки тому +1

      @@FoxesAfloat I very much like how everything you do is considered and well thought out! There is a great finish to everything you do!

  • @TheSumo1955
    @TheSumo1955 4 роки тому +6

    I have absolutely fallen in love with you two(and I'm not even gay) but I don't care , I love the banter between you two , I wish i could give you both a big cuddle in these trying times, keep doing what you do and I will be happy

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Haha! I LOVE this comment. Thank you! 💜😛

    • @TheSumo1955
      @TheSumo1955 4 роки тому +1

      @@FoxesAfloat and I live in Australia so would be a BIG cuddle

  • @dalebutler5996
    @dalebutler5996 4 роки тому +1

    Who needs the Tiger King in lockdown when you've got the Fox Queens? Thanks again for the entertaining Vlogs.

  • @rosemarychapman9180
    @rosemarychapman9180 4 роки тому +3

    What no out takes ??? Well done that was a complicated vlog to get it across so clearly 👍

  • @watcher24601
    @watcher24601 4 роки тому +1

    Nice to see my two favourite things: boats and sustainable energy in a single video.

  • @nodrogawson963
    @nodrogawson963 4 роки тому +3

    Your boat is really nice.
    The solar panels that you have got match the boat perfectly,
    I have never seen panels look so neat,
    Thank you for explaining how they are connected and what you get from them.
    Thank you for sharing your ideas and results.
    Much appreciated.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks mate! 👍🏻💜

    • @krissfemmpaws1029
      @krissfemmpaws1029 4 роки тому

      I was really impressed with how clean the installation was, I can't see anyway to improve it.

  • @Austin-yj1ue
    @Austin-yj1ue 4 роки тому +2

    Usual high calibre vlog ,you have a knack of making highly technical subjects understandable , thanks and keep well .

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Much appreciated. Take care ☀️ 💜😛

  • @erisaman2
    @erisaman2 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you very much - this is the exact vlog I have hoped you would produce one day. It’s informative and it’s comparative .... and it’s ideal. Thank you again.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      No problem. I hope you got something from it 👍🏻

  • @presterjohn71
    @presterjohn71 4 роки тому +3

    A big thumbs up from me. These are the kind of vlogs I like the best and handily for me, I think you do best too. I sometimes think you missed your vocation and somewhere up north a classroom exists that should have had you in it teaching.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much! Not with today's generation of kids though 😬

  • @johnferrier2803
    @johnferrier2803 4 роки тому +8

    This is an application that should be more universally adapted to residential and small businesses that will help reduce the world’s dependence on fossil fuels. A great byproduct is that during power outages homes and small businesses can have some limited power to supply essential needs like computers and refrigeration. Clearly, there are some limits, but I think all new construction should allow for solar applications with appropriate tax incentives. In the states such applications and incentives are already in place. Great blog!

  • @grahambaker5235
    @grahambaker5235 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks, that was valuable to watch.love the look on Silver Fox. Can’t understand why some people could give it a thumbs down!??

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      I appreciate that! Ah, most of those are in the first few minutes after posting, so they haven't even watched it yet. It's the same sad haters every week. It doesn't bother us at all so don't worry about it 😛💜

  • @murraywagnon1841
    @murraywagnon1841 4 роки тому +4

    That is one beautiful boat! I love the "Silver Fox" Logo on the roof.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thank you very much!

    • @krissfemmpaws1029
      @krissfemmpaws1029 4 роки тому

      That Silver Fox logo on the cabin top caught my eye as well. It is little details like that that make things stand out from others.

  • @kdean9537
    @kdean9537 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent explanation! 👍 My hubby is always looking into solar panels, we've been looking at an RV, so he was thinking of installing them. I am terrible at reiterating explanations, so he can watch this on his own, from someone who is actually using them...so thank you so much! Please give Dillon a hug for me! 💖Enjoy that sunshine! 😊 Thank you for sharing...stay safe, take really good care!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      That is awesome! Glad I was helpful 👍🏻💜

  • @km5lb11
    @km5lb11 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for a wonderful vlog, it was very informative and helpful with out getting to into all the technical stuff that can confuse.Colin you do a wonderful job explaining things, I hope you will do more like this about canal boats and life.Thanks for making the present troubles nicer.

  • @michaelwatson113
    @michaelwatson113 4 роки тому +4

    Your production values and your personalities made this an interesting vlog.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      That's very much appreciated 💜

  • @howardm-b4830
    @howardm-b4830 4 роки тому +11

    This was a brilliant explanation. You fellows have learned so much over the last year. Very impressive. Excellent video, as usual.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Our pleasure! Stay safe ☀️

  • @rickmarsden9101
    @rickmarsden9101 4 роки тому +3

    First time I've spotted the Silver Fox sign on the roof, looks brill. Great Vlog.

  • @harfordcogirl9170
    @harfordcogirl9170 4 роки тому +5

    Wonderfully done, Colin! We love that some of your videos are so educational. We have no need for solar panels but this helps to understand how they work. Thank you! PS Thanks to Shaun for asking for layman’s terms!! LOL

  • @rosshunter9053
    @rosshunter9053 4 роки тому +1

    Well explained my son. Be safe, stay healthy. Cheers

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thanks, Ross! Stay safe ☀️

  • @RetroRatz
    @RetroRatz 4 роки тому +3

    Love the sun! Love solar! It's lovely being off the grid! 😁

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +2

      We're being spoilt rotten with all the sun were getting at the moment! I could power most of Warwickshire! 😂😛

  • @Wigglesway
    @Wigglesway 4 роки тому +1

    Great to see you guys during the week! Really interesting vlog, the solar set up on Silver Fox is very nicely done 👍🏻 take care and be good to see you soon with another vlog. Stay safe guys 👍🏻

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much! Take care ☀️ 💜😛

  • @vicmiller7191
    @vicmiller7191 4 роки тому +6

    Fantastic explanation that's better than what the experts have ever done. Thanks for sharing ... Vic

  • @johnarnell8952
    @johnarnell8952 4 роки тому +2

    Great VLOG Colin. My Missus moans every time we see solar panels saying they are an eyesore. I must show her yours. You don’t even know they are there! Darn sight better than running the bloody engine!! John- NB Cherry

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Silent, clean, free... No brainer 👍🏻

  • @Spawn-td8bf
    @Spawn-td8bf 4 роки тому +4

    You guys do have the nicest looking boat on the canals and the flexible panels help in that matter as well. It is good to see you can still sit next to each other. lol. Take care and God Bless, Paul from Florida,

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thanks guys. Stay safe. I hope the sun is shining in Florida! ☀️ xx

    • @Spawn-td8bf
      @Spawn-td8bf 4 роки тому

      @@FoxesAfloat I may be big, 6'2" and 306 lbs., but I am just one guy. LOL. And yes, it will be shinning when it comes up. Thank you.

  • @stancrouch9642
    @stancrouch9642 4 роки тому +1

    You two are gonna have a summer tan before the rest of us can even get out of the house. Love ya.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Already have 👍🏻 Stay safe ☀️

  • @MrFroglips69
    @MrFroglips69 4 роки тому +3

    A very informative vlog boys. Well explained. Collins, you could of been a school teacher. Keep up with your Day In The Life vlogs, we love hearing from you.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much. Stay safe ☀️

  • @sa9861
    @sa9861 4 роки тому +2

    Nice to see you two pop up mid-week....
    Excellent vlog.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it. Take care! ☀️

  • @anthonybelcher8569
    @anthonybelcher8569 4 роки тому +3

    Hi Colin and Shaun,I enjoyed watching your brilliant blog,so interesting to see how the solar panels work on your narrowboat,just awesome,
    Stay safe and carry on entertaining your bloggers

  • @michaelhibbert4393
    @michaelhibbert4393 4 роки тому +2

    If I had a boat I would have flexible....they look much better...and doesn’t spoil the boat....very useful vlog....stay safe guys...Regards Mick

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Cheers, Mick. We're happy with the choice 👍🏻

  • @pammipayne3334
    @pammipayne3334 4 роки тому +3

    If there is one thing I love is educational stimulation. Loved this from start to finish. Thank you both for yet another perfect vlog. :)

  • @BKKKevin
    @BKKKevin 4 роки тому +2

    Another advantage is they look damn smart on the boat!

  • @kirabarsmith9353
    @kirabarsmith9353 4 роки тому +4

    Do you have a hidden production crew somewhere on your boat? The quality of your videos always impresses me.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Hehe! Thank you, Kira. Take care ☀️ 💜😛

  • @HansKeesom
    @HansKeesom 2 роки тому +1

    I fully understand that when you build such a beautifull boat you don't want to destroy the slick looks with these rigid panels! And the flexibles you have work fantastic! Well done!

  • @johnnowacki6903
    @johnnowacki6903 4 роки тому +4

    Hey Colin & Shaun! VERY interesting vlog. Colin, you are a SUPERB "presenter"...clearly laid out, and nicely done! All the best to you both... :)

  • @gravit8ed
    @gravit8ed 4 роки тому +1

    "TURN THE LIGHTS OFF!" "But you said it was free electric, Colin!"

  • @brggmc
    @brggmc 4 роки тому +3

    Colin and Shaun, That was one of your best videos yet, you're getting even more confident with a very slick presentation style. You must have spent an awful lot of time on researching the technicalities of your solar panels, besides putting into words your own experiences as users of them. Thanks a lot you two, now what's on the agenda for next week?

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thanks, Brian! Agenda... naked sunbathing, editing, and filming for new vlogs (but not the sunbathing) 😛

    • @krissfemmpaws1029
      @krissfemmpaws1029 4 роки тому

      @@FoxesAfloat lol fear getting booed and hissed at by the joggers? Or is that worried about asked for a date by a cute female jogger... ;-)

  • @annewellington3696
    @annewellington3696 4 роки тому +1

    Hey you guys it's Tuesday!!! I know I'm going crazy in lockdown but are you trying to confuse me more than I am already? Anyway lovely to see you today & interesting although I'm not electrically minded or claim to understand it but I'm happy to see you are keeping us & yourselves interested. Keep safe,stay happy.x

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Haha! We're fine. Just released this because a few people were interested. Back to normal on Friday 😉 Take care ☀️ 💜😛

  • @curtbonnell4308
    @curtbonnell4308 4 роки тому +3

    If I had a narrowboat, I would certainly have the flexible type of solar panels, they are invisible and don't ruin the sleek look of the boat.

  • @jeremy5363
    @jeremy5363 4 роки тому +1

    First of all, I love your boat! Everytime I see it it looks so good! I like the way your solar is so unobtrusive to the roof of the boat, it helps maintain those sleek lines! Your explanation of the solar was perfect. Thanks for the great video! Stay safe!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Jeremy! 👍🏻👍🏻 Stay safe ☀️

  • @sputs40
    @sputs40 4 роки тому +3

    That was a very Interesting video guy's..thank you keep up the good work

  • @chrisiam4086
    @chrisiam4086 4 роки тому +1

    No cruising but a enjoyable and informative vid ..thanks guys .. put them legs away ..lol .. stay safe gentlemen ✌️👋

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Haha! You’re lucky I was wearing shorts 😂

  • @apietta20
    @apietta20 3 роки тому +4

    I love your channel Colin and Shaun❤️ I have just subscribed and every video is worth every minute of watching it✌🏾

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much and welcome! x

  • @peterscandlyn
    @peterscandlyn 4 роки тому +2

    I'm most unlikely to ever put what you've imparted to work but it was darned interesting and should I ever want it, I know where it is. Late to the party, nice bit of nature study with the goose, last vlog and I've never studied the finer points of lock operation, just know they work so thanks for that. Keep safe guys.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for appreciating the videos. That means a lot. Thanks, Peter! 👍🏻😛

  • @MadDawg91108
    @MadDawg91108 4 роки тому +3

    Great info.... sounds like they are working out very well for you. I quite like the flexible panel approach, it's much more aesthetically pleasing. Silver Fox is absolutely the best looking narrowboat in the cut.

  • @DG-jq7il
    @DG-jq7il 4 роки тому +1

    What a beautiful place to be on lockdown, cheers lads

  • @peterbrook329
    @peterbrook329 4 роки тому +3

    Well done, I actually understood the way the panels work. Love you guys.

  • @DanGentry
    @DanGentry 4 роки тому +1

    I first started watching narrowboat videos when researching solar power options (Journey with Jono!). Your system looks to be simple, yet powerful - something you don't have to fiddle with, and you get good results.

  • @poddy1957
    @poddy1957 4 роки тому +5

    Great vlog, really informative, and well explained, for me the flexible panels are more appealing to the eye and are less obtrusive as they do not spoil the original clean lines of the narrowboat due to their low profile., I am not a great fan of the fixed ridged panels you see stuck at 45 degrees on the roof of a narrowboat, I personally think they look horrid.. Stay safe…. :-)

    • @nooneswedish5142
      @nooneswedish5142 4 роки тому +3

      I do seriously agree with you the flexible solar panels are easier to make good locking, and silverfox is a prime example of this.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Totally agree!

  • @knobby2knobby
    @knobby2knobby 4 роки тому +1

    Guys I've been waiting patiently for this vlog for ages... Absolutely cracking video you really get the details across in all your descriptive vlogs in a way a layman can understand, thankyou👌... Hope the leg is healing OK...😁👍.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Cheers! Yeah,I'm being nagged to rest. It's not in my nature to!

  • @stevesrepairs3815
    @stevesrepairs3815 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks guys for another very interesting and informative vlog, I think that you'd use less diesel to power your boat with your very light weight panels that will cause alot less drag against the wind also. Take care and all the best. Stevie

    • @Krieghandt
      @Krieghandt 4 роки тому

      at max speed 4kph, drag is a non-issue. That rears it's ugly head starting around 40kph.

    • @stevesrepairs3815
      @stevesrepairs3815 4 роки тому

      @@Krieghandt Sorry dear chap but the drag on a canal or river boat especially at low speed is crucial, anything upwards of the roof surface of a narrowboat or a river cruiser acts like a sail, try helming one. We're not talking about speed boats. Steve

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Cheers Stevie!

  • @TheFilwud
    @TheFilwud 4 роки тому +2

    Fascinating vlog as always, you are really good at explaining the technicalities in ways that folk can understand. I also feel envious of you two sitting there in the Sun, next to a fantastic narrowboat on a lovely looking slice of canal. Keep 'em coming!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thanks for that! Stay safe ☀️

  • @arctichare8185
    @arctichare8185 4 роки тому +3

    Well done.

  • @greghilton7797
    @greghilton7797 4 роки тому +2

    It has to be said. Silver Fox is a beautiful and very well appointed vessel. Cheers

  • @Strutty1956
    @Strutty1956 4 роки тому +3

    I have rigid panels which generate a lot of power (as much as rated output +25%), but I do like your tidy installation - really clean and neat, with nothing to catch on bridges or tunnels. I was put off the idea of flexible ones, as I was told they don't like being heated by the steel roof - but your evidence seems to refute that. Might be worth a re-think...

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +3

      Yeah, there's a lot of information still going around for the old style panels. Our roof gets so hot that you can't touch it, but the panels performance is unaffected. last weekend one of our 120W panels was bringing in 145W at 12.30pm while the roof was red hot.

    • @Strutty1956
      @Strutty1956 4 роки тому +1

      @@FoxesAfloat Just had a look at the dimensions... the trade-off is that my rigid panels produce more power per square metre than the flexible ones. Yours are peaking at 161W/m2, mine are 251W/m2. Even quality rigid panels like Panasonic are also much cheaper to buy (per Watt), but do look messy in comparison. Given your relatively low power consumption, no doubt you made the right choice.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      @@Strutty1956 It's really not a competition 😂😂😂

    • @Strutty1956
      @Strutty1956 4 роки тому

      @@FoxesAfloat Lol, I know, but we all like to get the best value for money! 😊

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Ampen Spekersohn Cool. You win 🙄

  • @Bammyja
    @Bammyja 4 роки тому +1

    The quality of your videos is getting better and better with every video. Excellent explanation. Keep safe.

  • @7474lad
    @7474lad 4 роки тому +3

    Very interesting lads, thanks 🙏🏻 I would definitely have solar panels, think they look really smart. Anything to avoid generators x

  • @jackiehowell1853
    @jackiehowell1853 4 роки тому +1

    Great stuff. I have 2 small rigid panels that are portable for my caravan, looking forward to next summer after lockdown when I can take it out.

  • @davehollingworth5537
    @davehollingworth5537 4 роки тому +3

    Hello Sunshine! This vlog was electrifying and so very illuminating. But do the panels work at night? I'm thinking maybe not but watt do I know? You're probably plugged in to the shocking state of current events so please 'Stay Safe, Keep Grounded' - that's the mains thing. Thanks for the vlog. Cheers, Hollers.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Be honest. How long did that take you? 😂😂😂

    • @davehollingworth5537
      @davehollingworth5537 4 роки тому +1

      @@FoxesAfloat : 2 years, 7 months and 36 days. Approximately. It's my life's work. LOL

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      @@davehollingworth5537 😂😂😂

  • @jomillie12
    @jomillie12 4 роки тому +1

    Where we live at the moment we have no planes and quiet often no traffic noise and it’s so nice to hear the sound of silence, keep safe 😷😷

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      It's bliss! There's so many positives to the lockdown. Stay safe ☀️

    • @jomillie12
      @jomillie12 4 роки тому

      Foxes Afloat 👍enjoy the rays 🌞🌞

  • @johnvititoe6051
    @johnvititoe6051 4 роки тому +3

    Extremely well done. I must ask, how do you keep the top of your boat, and the the solar panels, so CLEAN?

  • @MikesFoggyIdea
    @MikesFoggyIdea 4 роки тому +1

    Solar technology really is something. I like the setup you have, really blends in and easily cleaned. Very nice :-)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Mike. Take care ☀️

  • @tomfrederick7489
    @tomfrederick7489 4 роки тому +3

    You miss one thing, they look nicer it's a nice clean look to your boat.

  • @jillski4000
    @jillski4000 4 роки тому +2

    One of the aspects of your boat that is striking, is the clean and sleek line. Those roof hugging panels look like they belong to the boat. I suspect they are not inexpensive, but they sure look good.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! They're actually no more expensive than similar rated rigid panels.

  • @SueGirling68
    @SueGirling68 4 роки тому +3

    Hi guys, I can definitely think of worse places to moor up 😉. With the panels I know this will be a silly question but do the panels still generate any power when it's cloudy ??. Thanks for sharing this very useful information. Stay safe and take care, much love. xx🙏🏼💖

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +3

      Yeah, they generate good amounts even on rainy days 👍🏻

    • @SueGirling68
      @SueGirling68 4 роки тому +1

      @@FoxesAfloat Oh cool, thank you. xx

  • @Dozz70
    @Dozz70 4 роки тому +2

    WOW....great vlog guys!! Loved It. Thanks for putting in the effort...it means a great deal to many!! Mark

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Totally our pleasure, Mark 👍🏻

  • @pholland6643
    @pholland6643 4 роки тому +3

    Sold me, nice work and excellent video. One question, without the engine running is there enough power to heat your water or do you use the gas/diesel burner

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +2

      The engine heats the water but we also have a separate diesel powered system for water and radiator heating which isn't connected to the engine or solar, although I'd love to be able to install a thermal solar heating system one day 👍🏻

  • @TaoJones101
    @TaoJones101 4 роки тому +2

    Another excellent vlog, Colin. I have traveled for years with solar panels on my RV here in the western US and thought I knew quite a bit about it, but I was very pleased to learn a couple of new things from your superb post. As always, thanks for your beautifully-produced presentations, gentlemen.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it. Stay safe, Tao!

  • @lawrencehaguewood5857
    @lawrencehaguewood5857 4 роки тому +3

    Has the system paid for itself yet?

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      It was included in the price of the boat.

    • @lawrencehaguewood5857
      @lawrencehaguewood5857 4 роки тому

      Foxes Afloat as standard equipment and not as an option?

  • @garysmall1080
    @garysmall1080 4 роки тому +2

    Just what I what I've been waiting for.Well done, cheers chaps. Keep safe. G

  • @OBLIVIONevolvedurbex
    @OBLIVIONevolvedurbex 4 роки тому +3

    Sod the Panels this guys got sexy legs

  • @NicholasFerrar
    @NicholasFerrar 4 роки тому +2

    Electrifying! Thank you.

  • @terryentoure6475
    @terryentoure6475 4 роки тому +3

    Tidiest roof in showbiz.

  • @ironsights9448
    @ironsights9448 4 роки тому +2

    With all the day's blurring into one i honestly thought I'd lost half a week and wondered how Friday snuck up on me so fast

  • @dreamjewels
    @dreamjewels 4 роки тому +1

    One of the best how to vlogs. I for one understand the work and planning it has taken to make this and other videos. You certainly dont have to explain any shortcomings you may have either as we all have them and I hate generators as well and other things but you guys are a lesson to us all.
    Thanks you for being who you are and for what you are doing. Your ways of explaining things without the down sides etc is supreme. I wish I had your skills and ways of explaining what to some is a mundane subject. Stay safe both of you,

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for making me smile! Getting a message like this, appreciating the work, makes my day. Thanks! 💜

  • @stephenpegum9776
    @stephenpegum9776 4 роки тому +2

    Really interesting vlog - cheers guys ! OK I'm sold on the idea of flexible solar panels & have put in an order with Midsummer Energy. Oh wait a minute - I forgot that I don't own a boat !! 😎😱👍👍

  • @lisabastille1657
    @lisabastille1657 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks guys, this is what I want on my boat, much better looking than the angled panels. Great information 👍🏻😊

  • @jossmaxwell00
    @jossmaxwell00 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent Vlog guys. Explained in terms that are easy to understand.

  • @leeshellam3150
    @leeshellam3150 3 роки тому +2

    Great informative vlog guys ! Solar is the future. Imagine a building roof tiled in solar panels, electric cars with solar roofs to charge batteries while parked. I think this is just the start of things to come 👍

  • @Bender24k
    @Bender24k 4 роки тому +1

    Tuesday Technical Foxes? Super. You guys look very relaxed in this one - great to see that. Peace from NY!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thanks, Jeff. Stay safe ☀️

  • @MarkThornton1
    @MarkThornton1 4 роки тому +2

    Very interesting , thanks guys. Stay safe & away from the Whuflu.

  • @agolftwittler1223
    @agolftwittler1223 4 роки тому +1

    You guys are a rare ray of light in the present murk 🌞
    Stay safe and sound 👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Take care 👍🏻💜😛

    • @agolftwittler1223
      @agolftwittler1223 4 роки тому

      @@FoxesAfloat You honestly earned it and yes, I will take care 👍

  • @restlesshomebody
    @restlesshomebody 4 роки тому +1

    I must say, your production values and graphics are first-rate. Makes a dull subject interesting! Thank you, gents

  • @kurtvongoerlitz1838
    @kurtvongoerlitz1838 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you boys for the update, I personally like the flexible panels. They make a clean look and seem to have held up well thru the first year and you don't have to muck about with them other than washing debris off them. Stay safe and healthy.... Cheers...

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Cheers Kurt. No regrets here 👍🏻☀️

  • @bonnysagilitychannel9101
    @bonnysagilitychannel9101 4 роки тому +2

    One of your best ever edits! Loved the washing machines. Awesome job explaining the solar set up, very interesting. Watched vlog #2 yesterday with your water world footage. Please bring back the curls.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Haha! Shaved at the moment 😂

  • @benraaphorst5646
    @benraaphorst5646 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Collin for the information, what a life you guys have ,enjoy so we can enjoy with you , by to Shaun and a kiss for Dillon greetings from Benjamin from the Netherlands 🛥🛥🛥🕊🕊🕊🐶

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Our pleasure! Take care ☀️ 💜😛

  • @URTonemanclan
    @URTonemanclan 4 роки тому +1

    I really like the redundancy of two controllers... and two sets of panels... and the bypass diodes... glad it is all working well. cheers

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Cheers, Daniel. Yup, happy bunnies here 👍🏻

  • @grahamlewis6062
    @grahamlewis6062 4 роки тому +2

    VERY informative Colin, and appreciated. You’re showing more talent with your diagrams 👍😄 stay safe. Enjoy the sun 😄

  • @annie2950
    @annie2950 4 роки тому +2

    Most excellent vlog. Well explained. Thanks Colin . You too keep safe.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it. Take care lovely! ☀️

  • @alanjackson4646
    @alanjackson4646 4 роки тому +1

    Flexible panels are more aesthetically pleasing. Your boat is very ‘gucci’, love it.
    All that info and a great drone flight, good effort.
    Regards AJ

  • @mikeembe1261
    @mikeembe1261 4 роки тому +2

    ... the pannels you went for help maintain the clean lines of Silver Fox, all the best ... ;o) ... mb

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      They do. We love them! Take care! ☀️

  • @markwiseman423
    @markwiseman423 4 роки тому +2

    Great advice superbly delivered..great vlog.... personally I would prefer the flexible panels because they look a lot tidier making the roof less cluttered... good to hear that they can in the right circumstances work as well or at least keep up with the angled rigid panels... get well soon Colin.. take care guys..

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Totally agree. Take care! ☀️

  • @jowattful
    @jowattful 4 роки тому +2

    Great VLOG guys! Love your narrowboat, and your solar panels look way better than the rigid type and if they are as efficient it's a no brainer. Keep up the good work, always look forward to your new VLOGs. One day I will have saved up enough to buy my own narrowboat but till then I will just dream and watch you.
    Just used your Amazon link and have bookmarked it. x

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much! Good luck with the saving! Stay safe ☀️

  • @onefunnyoldman
    @onefunnyoldman 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you boys. Always very informative and enjoyable to watch your vlogs. Stay safe and take care x

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Thanks, Martin! Take care ☀️

  • @Laura-qg6kf
    @Laura-qg6kf 4 роки тому +1

    Hello, Guys I pray all is well this wonderful Tuesday and may you guys be blessed. Much Love!❤✌

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Same to you! Take care ☀️ 💜😛

  • @bruceshaw2402
    @bruceshaw2402 4 роки тому +2

    This is a pleasant surprise and very interesting as well I can see your both hard at work , I really liked the Silver Fox name etched into the roof very stylish it's a shame it can,t be seen under normal circumstances.
    Don't work to hard lads

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      We like understated 😉

    • @paulsj9245
      @paulsj9245 4 роки тому

      Loved to detect the top name tag, too. It must be made for drone flight - how else to identify their boat? ;)
      These panels, adapting to the roof's shape, contribute to the elegant outlook.
      Stay safe!

  • @jezswallow9801
    @jezswallow9801 4 роки тому +1

    Great to see you are safe guys! Like you all the tech stuff goes over my head quicker than a jet fighter! However, very informative. Stay safe! :)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      LOL! Back to normal on Friday 😂

  • @johnmorris7781
    @johnmorris7781 4 роки тому +2

    Right! That's me sold on flexible panels - another advantage is they're a lot less nickable. Another really informative vid. Your production standards are amazing.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful! thank you SO much! 👍🏻

  • @charlesvickery9073
    @charlesvickery9073 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you boys, I find your films very interesting to watch, and informative. I have never written anything about films on UA-cam, so this is a first for me, well done. Charles.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 роки тому

      We’re honoured! Thanks, Charles! 👍🏻💜

  • @cackieart
    @cackieart 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Guys, very in formative, missed Dillon hope his all good ? Lovely spot you’ve picked, keep em’ coming, that’s the videos Guys 😂😂👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿