Forming a sea kayak expedition | Ep 1 - Bass by Kayak

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  • Опубліковано 6 бер 2017
  • Bass by Kayak follows Beau and a band of merry men across Australia's Bass Strait in a Sea Kayak. This famous body of water separates the Australian mainland and Tasmania. Episode One of Six is all about putting together the many moving parts of an expedition.
    For all the latest on tours, Patreon, books and other Beauisms - linktr.ee/beauisms
    This film is a six-part series following Beau’s sea kayak expedition across Australia’s Bass Strait.
    Episode 1: • Forming a sea kayak ex...
    Episode 2: • Challenges of Bass Str...
    Episode 3: • Island life in a sea k...
    Episode 4: • Kayaking into the nigh...
    Episode 5: • Crossing Bass Strait t...
    Episode 6: • The expedition wash up...
    WINNER of ‘Best Sea Kayaking Film’ - Reel Paddling Film Festival 2018
    WINNER of ‘Best Sea Kayak Film’ - Waterwalker Film Festival 2018
    Dan: / thenaturalscholar
    MUSIC by David Cuthbertson: theanimators.bandcamp.com
    Adventure Kayak Magazine: / adventurekayakmagazine
    Mirage Kayaks: www.mirageseakayaks.com.au
    Monash Outdoor Education: www.monash.edu/education/futu...

КОМЕНТАРІ • 225

  • @jasonscottarnold
    @jasonscottarnold 3 роки тому +143

    The world needs more guys like Beau. I want to be just like him. Especially his attitude towards life

    • @christianburnett4405
      @christianburnett4405 3 роки тому +6

      I feel the same and the thing to think is what's stopping us

    • @stewartjmurray
      @stewartjmurray 2 роки тому +11

      Don’t be like him, be like you mate. You are you and that’s unique.

    • @chadberry3317
      @chadberry3317 2 роки тому +4

      @@stewartjmurray love this reply brother. Be you, but at the same time make sure you’re exploring all of the beauty this world has to offer. Cheers

  • @Thorny5718
    @Thorny5718 Рік тому +8

    Dan, “I’ve never seen a star fish before, being in Australia I don’t want to touch it, as it’ll probably kill me” 👍🏻😂 thing is mate, you’re a Brit, the UK has no end of star fishes too 😂

  • @SFTbeats
    @SFTbeats Рік тому +4

    That transition from the drone shot, to the railway track POV then to Beau was great.

  • @WooglesOutdoors
    @WooglesOutdoors 5 років тому +218

    I died laughing when you said "A whole bunch of weirdos on this train but I've got a knife, and a gun on me." I'm just starting this series but I look forward to watching it! Great content, I subbed.

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  5 років тому +18

      Thanks, Woogles. Cool name BTW. Goodone!

  • @adamf.4823
    @adamf.4823 3 роки тому +26

    This guy is the personification of the saying "attitude is everything." He is indefatigable. We need more people like this in the world.

    • @nobody-fp5is
      @nobody-fp5is Рік тому

      Indefatigable,i guess i learned a new word.

  • @robinvangroot
    @robinvangroot 3 роки тому +32

    "The nice part about training is when you can share it, too. Or maybe I'm starting to reach the end of my expeditions, where I'm just by myself. The meaningless sort of resonates way too much when your by yourself and you just wanna share it... you know"
    Damn Beau, these words really hit me hard. As cliche as it is, balance is key. Many great lessons in traversing alone but I think fundamentally we as humans aren't designed to do it all alone

  • @samwithplayground
    @samwithplayground 4 роки тому +109

    I'm getting a visa and I'm taking a class with this man.

    • @Efficiencyts
      @Efficiencyts 4 роки тому

      Did you?

    • @samwithplayground
      @samwithplayground 4 роки тому +16

      Efficiency Not yet! They closed Australia...

    • @kylejohnson646
      @kylejohnson646 4 роки тому +20

      @@samwithplayground I hear it opens up at 8AM...

    • @CivilExcavator
      @CivilExcavator 4 роки тому +2

      FMD this is how we are ment to live the life we are given wow🙌🙌💯💯💯

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  4 роки тому +52

      Cheers, Sam. Sadly, the Outdoor Ed course no longer exists. Some good ones elsewhere will have to do mate.

  • @griffinwiehe3505
    @griffinwiehe3505 4 роки тому +154

    These videos are awsome and super high quality idk how you haven’t blown up yet

    • @nickmxw5876
      @nickmxw5876 4 роки тому +6

      I think it's likely because the YT algorithm hugely favors people who upload frequent, lower quality videos. Someone who uploads 300+ videos a year will make YT infinitely more ad revenue. It's unfortunate.

  • @AdventureOtaku
    @AdventureOtaku 4 роки тому +44

    Ive been an expedition kayaker for over 20 years. Ive done some big trips. This is the best series on expedition kayaking I have ever seen. It captures the spirit and feel of a long trip better than I have ever seen. Good job!

  • @tecmath
    @tecmath 7 років тому +40

    Saw your presentation at Monash Friday night. Awesome work.
    Sharing your video with a few people to rustle up enthusiasm to do such a crossing!

  • @MorewithMat
    @MorewithMat 2 роки тому +5

    Love discovering some of your older content Beau! Such an inspiriation hoping I can start capturing stories like yourself! Look forwards to the rest of the series!

  • @steven.abbott
    @steven.abbott 3 роки тому +2

    Five minutes in and I'm still thinking about that transition at 1:00 from paddock to train to ocean. Wow!

  • @TheGrayExplorer
    @TheGrayExplorer 2 роки тому +1

    It was this series that sparked the interest in both UA-cam and kayaking, its so good.

  • @PhilipBarkes
    @PhilipBarkes 5 років тому +7

    Enjoyed the whole series with my kids. Thank-you.

  • @victoriariddell1479
    @victoriariddell1479 4 роки тому +9

    This is incredible. So well produced

  • @jfoz7602
    @jfoz7602 4 роки тому +5

    I’m watching this series for the second time I love it! I was really stoked when I was browsing Amazon Prime and noticed it was on there for viewing too 👌

  • @alexhoplyakov1684
    @alexhoplyakov1684 4 роки тому +1

    I wish that would be a way to give this masterpiece more than one like. Beau, what a fantastic movie and what a treat to watch it!!!

  • @TheScragglyMan
    @TheScragglyMan 4 роки тому +1

    you are such an inspiration to me. I have lived my life hampered by restrictions, some of the mental health related but i watch these videos and see all you achieve and it gives me the thirst to make something of my time. So thank you so much for sharing them. I hope one day that i attain the goals i have in life.

  • @mataruns
    @mataruns 4 роки тому +3

    I really enjoyed the series, what an amazing adventure! I sure hope your friend Tim is still kicking butt... Thanks for the all the inspiration, Beau.

  • @kingghidorah5213
    @kingghidorah5213 Рік тому

    Until now i was sceptical if i wanted a kayak but no car now that i see that you just go into trains with it i don't care anymore. Thank you for taking away that "fear".

  • @kierankinsella7047
    @kierankinsella7047 4 роки тому

    Revisiting all your films whilst on lockdown in the UK, great viewing,will get me through it. Thanks Beau!

  • @eroffroad5438
    @eroffroad5438 7 років тому +3

    Awesome videos, always hanging out for another. Very inspiring.

  • @kevinhinds6850
    @kevinhinds6850 4 роки тому +2

    This guy is the real deal. I reckon I love the videos.

  • @macolganjames3356
    @macolganjames3356 4 роки тому +2

    Like a good series drama i can't wait to watch the next episode. All power to you and your arms Beau.

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  4 роки тому +1

      Ta, Macolgan. For the most part I enjoyed making the series. Goodonya!

  • @geekyprojects1353
    @geekyprojects1353 3 роки тому

    I watched a few videos by Beau and this one is the best by far. Great job!

  • @paulgriffin8566
    @paulgriffin8566 6 років тому +1

    Absolutely inspirational. I can't believe It took me this long to discover. Many thanks for sharing.

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  5 років тому

      Nice to have you watching, Paul. Good one!

  • @mcomerford4
    @mcomerford4 3 роки тому

    Just finished this ep, going to watch the rest now- a lovely video and great watch! :)

  • @dirkbalter5986
    @dirkbalter5986 4 роки тому +2

    Ur videos are quite impressive , all u do! Many of us can’t , for sure I will be killed within 10 miles of an expedition like urs . But I can try other things , thank u for all u do and the encouragement u give us .

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  4 роки тому +2

      Cheers, Dirk. I'm not so sure- I reckon you'd be just fine heading off doing something, anything, that has an essence of adventure and planning. Goodonya. Best

  • @ben_healthandsafety
    @ben_healthandsafety 7 місяців тому

    Love it Beau.

  • @tisfortiny
    @tisfortiny 3 роки тому

    Friken Aces Beau. Always love your vids, every time. Thanks for capturing and sharing this and inspiring me again.

  • @davidpillinger2699
    @davidpillinger2699 3 роки тому

    Seriously mate, love your work! Inspirational. I'm a fair weather kayaker and get numb legs and behind - makes me feel better that a legend like yourself has the same issue! Keep up the great work.

  • @belegendary613
    @belegendary613 4 роки тому

    Always amazing videos and adventures. Big fan of your work. Always wish you the best, keep it up.

  • @PaddlinDutchman
    @PaddlinDutchman 5 років тому +3

    this is simply amazing and very inspiring! Love it!

    • @Hellhamster
      @Hellhamster 5 років тому

      Zo, krijg altijd direct weer zin als ik dit weer eens zie

  • @afifahputri559
    @afifahputri559 2 роки тому

    Beautiful..i dont know what else to say..its just beautiful

  • @michaeltriff1241
    @michaeltriff1241 3 роки тому

    Out here re watching videos because your on another level!!

  • @davepicot6072
    @davepicot6072 7 років тому +4

    Just stumbled upon this on Facebook. This guy embraces it! Such a zest for life. I'd love to have a paddle with him. I'll be watching attentively from now on, best of luck lads :-)

  • @justhuyen
    @justhuyen 3 роки тому

    Some part of me wants Beau's channel to blow off, some part not, just like when you find an awesome restaurant but don't want to share it with anyone in fear of waiting lines. But well, there are no such things on UA-cam!
    I almost finish watching all of your videos and trying to prolong it further because of I am afraid that there will be nothing more to watch until next month (?). But Beau's videos are worth a rewatch anytime. Thank you Beau's parents and environment for raising such a great man! Thank you Beau for sharing your wonderful moments with us!

  • @campbellroberts215
    @campbellroberts215 4 роки тому +36

    why has youtube just recommended this channel to everyone? I'm not complaining though ive subscribed

    • @rich4716
      @rich4716 4 роки тому

      Cause it's freaking slow to catch on.

    • @Mabaz
      @Mabaz 4 роки тому

      I had to search for kayak videos to find these videos, it didn't recommend it to me.

  • @dmitrymakarov4534
    @dmitrymakarov4534 4 роки тому

    Great starting from the pier.

  • @Cross-Country-Biker
    @Cross-Country-Biker 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing mate. Just starting adventure paddling, always did river races

  • @soloatlanticrower
    @soloatlanticrower 3 роки тому

    Just come across this Beau, pretty cool stuff, gotta love the ocean in a human propelled craft, can't beat it.

  • @Philthebrush
    @Philthebrush 4 роки тому

    Great story ,great men

  • @chasemayer22
    @chasemayer22 4 роки тому

    Don’t know if this is on netflix, but the quality and narritive are so much better than documentaries I’ve seen there. Impressive.

  • @alfiefairs7323
    @alfiefairs7323 4 роки тому +8

    No way Dan taught me at Plas Y brenin. What a great and hilarious dude!

  • @antonhapiak
    @antonhapiak 4 роки тому

    Loved the video mate 🍻👍

  • @AlexUshokov
    @AlexUshokov 3 роки тому

    I like it's project!

  • @afifahputri559
    @afifahputri559 2 роки тому

    He is one of those good youtuber..which hv more views than subscriber..u can tell its a quality and beautiful content when this happen

  • @Napoleon-Blownapart
    @Napoleon-Blownapart 4 роки тому +1

    Only just found your channel. Love the attitude and the content 👍👍

  • @oliversmith7820
    @oliversmith7820 2 місяці тому

    This is cool.

  • @codeyorgill
    @codeyorgill 5 років тому +3

    Love what ya doing mate! Am going to kayak the murray river this coming year.. have no bloody idea how to kayak but i am sure i will learn.. great stuff with the videos!! 👍 👌 🇦🇺

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  5 років тому +2

      Thanks, Codey. The Murray will push you in the right direction! Big hat, lotsa zinc, slugs of long water and wide shirts- gold.

  • @wendysalter
    @wendysalter 4 роки тому

    I'm new to your channel, but I'm glued...bring it on! (I waited until I was in my 60s to get a kayak. I wasn't strong enough to get it on the roof of my car so I got an inflatable. I'm a fair-weather kayaker, and love it. I feel like a dolphin, or one of those flying fish, whatever, it's the freedom, the achievement of making it happen..

  • @alexanderbooth7779
    @alexanderbooth7779 2 роки тому

    You mention 'I bet no one else has ever...' in a few of your videos, is this something you strive for, what I bet no one else has ever stuff do you have planned? As ever great content 👍🏻

  • @dylanleamananderson7811
    @dylanleamananderson7811 4 роки тому

    I’m
    About to get into kayaking finally...
    I love these videos this is awesome content

  • @aminebouaita9202
    @aminebouaita9202 4 роки тому

    I haven't even finished watching yet, but man, great content, great content

  • @bajer111
    @bajer111 4 роки тому +7

    In Danish, the Bass Strait is called Bassstrædet with 3x s in a row.

  • @kofuzi
    @kofuzi 3 роки тому

    One time, I was on the light rail in Seattle, heading to the airport. Two people got on at a stop near downtown. Each of them had a large pack and a kayak. I’m not from Seattle, so I presumed that it was normal.

  • @ashishpatil1651
    @ashishpatil1651 3 роки тому

    Real good videos 🎥

  • @beyondtheatre
    @beyondtheatre 3 роки тому +1

    It’s impossible to get the image of the kayak on the train out of my head.... so it’s going in my script, and it’s going on stage in August. I dare the audience to question whether a kayak on public transport makes sense. 😂😂😂

  • @custodianvrael6471
    @custodianvrael6471 3 роки тому

    Sandy kiosk, lovely area, good coffee

  • @ShortMan_123
    @ShortMan_123 3 роки тому

    I once drove around the north island of New Zealand with some friends and I too used a old jar to hold leftover pasta for lunch one day :P love your channel mate, amazing stuff

  • @AugustBooth
    @AugustBooth 4 роки тому

    You're a very talented filmmaker, dude. You have a way of presenting that is extremely pleasant and personable. Thank you for sharing. :)

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the kind words. Pleasure

  • @iamalavalamp
    @iamalavalamp 4 роки тому +1

    Love the spags rugby top. That must be from 96/97.

  • @NATIONALJAYOGRAPHIC
    @NATIONALJAYOGRAPHIC 4 роки тому

    I found you through suggested videos. First your videos are fun to watch. You got some great shots and have some great editing ideas for me to learn. I just made a UA-cam channel so I’m definitely doing my research. Thanks for all your help. - Keep it up! Just subbed!

  • @ppokmon74
    @ppokmon74 3 роки тому

    Great inspiration, but think i'll just watch the video mate. I had my epic journey from Tidal River to Oberon bay. I'm an office worker now...

  • @therandomsocietyrecordings4025
    @therandomsocietyrecordings4025 7 років тому

    Pretty awesome.. -TRS-Records

  • @samgowen1126
    @samgowen1126 4 роки тому +249

    this guy is the modern indiana jones

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  4 роки тому +38

      That's exactly what I'm going for, Sam. Dr Miles, I presume!

    • @mitchconner2021
      @mitchconner2021 4 роки тому +2

      Except that was a movie in the 80s that's pretty modern. But until I see this guy get chased by a rock in a south American tomb I'll call him just another aussie

    • @carolineslattery2745
      @carolineslattery2745 4 роки тому +3

      Any chance Beau you could bottle your mindset and sell it...

    • @watchableraven3517
      @watchableraven3517 3 роки тому +1

      @@carolineslattery2745 I think that's what these videos are; little bits of Beau all bottled up.

  • @quantummath
    @quantummath 2 роки тому

    2:47 good job dude 👍👍🍻

  • @samholder196
    @samholder196 3 роки тому

    it's official. you're my favourite youtuber.

  • @dirtywetdogboatsandsailing6805
    @dirtywetdogboatsandsailing6805 4 роки тому

    One minute thirty seconds in and crying with laughter....."there's weirdo's on this train".....reminds me of a train journey home once with my longbow , axe and knife like an extra from LOTR.....funny that nobody talked to me !

  • @Sam-cr5wn
    @Sam-cr5wn 4 роки тому +2

    Wow your pretty amazing I just moved to Phillip island from NewZealand and it’s beautiful

  • @Georgeconna32
    @Georgeconna32 2 роки тому

    Cracking film mate, love to have a few pints with you if you are ever in Ireland.

  • @RedRidersTerraTrips
    @RedRidersTerraTrips 4 роки тому +2

    8:58 starfish made me lol

  • @Rufiowascool
    @Rufiowascool 3 роки тому

    This series is fucking awesome.

  • @marcelo6446
    @marcelo6446 4 роки тому

    Hello from Brazil!!!

  • @travishalford5223
    @travishalford5223 4 роки тому +1

    May God watch over you and keep you always

  • @shiyiyin3403
    @shiyiyin3403 4 роки тому

    Hilary and Mallory reference is awesome

  • @reggiemustard
    @reggiemustard 3 роки тому

    You should come to Canada. Plenty of awesome canoe trips you can do up here

  • @richardverheyen6373
    @richardverheyen6373 4 роки тому

    big ups for the stpauls top

  • @kayakcountry
    @kayakcountry 5 років тому +1

    Nice

  • @j8lech
    @j8lech 3 роки тому

    Every university should require professors like this, not ones that have never accomplished anything tangible.

  • @Thalarctos.
    @Thalarctos. 5 років тому

    1:12 ahahah !! excellent ...

  • @freddytori
    @freddytori 4 роки тому

    Crazy Typ👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @discgolfkosmo
    @discgolfkosmo 4 роки тому +3

    7:01 "I gotta fix them before I push off... Yeah that's probably a lie, I'm going regardless."

  • @bigcat369
    @bigcat369 4 роки тому +1

    you should try the Greenland paddle

  • @rogeriodasilvaferreira4807
    @rogeriodasilvaferreira4807 4 роки тому +3

    Hello man! I watched your video that you kayaked across Africa. Congratulations on the adventure. Could you pass me the specs of your disassembling yellow kayak? A big hug!

  • @jomembawang
    @jomembawang 3 роки тому

    Real life Indiana Jones....prof during the week and insane adventurer during the weekends

  • @PtLeoJet
    @PtLeoJet Рік тому

    8:47 Don't worry Dan, that's a Northern Pacific Sea Star, a horrible invasive species! Harmless to pick up and throw above the high tide mark or in a bin!

  • @owenjohnson5499
    @owenjohnson5499 4 роки тому

    How does this only have 80k views?

  • @BriloD12
    @BriloD12 4 роки тому +4

    7:43 Dan, Looking for Love

  • @MotoKlyde
    @MotoKlyde 3 роки тому

    0:50 I wish we had mountains that big irl

  • @aremedyproject9569
    @aremedyproject9569 4 роки тому

    Kayak for cancer. Paddle for your people. I know cancer sucks. But people rock. And so does kayaking! Cheers from Canada. 🇨🇦

  • @davidh6300
    @davidh6300 3 роки тому +2

    It takes an Incredibly fit person to consider sunburn more dangerous than crossing bass strait in a kayak

  • @user-lm6ug8ht2x
    @user-lm6ug8ht2x 4 роки тому +1

    👍👍👍

  • @imdjc4
    @imdjc4 4 роки тому +1

    2:49 At first, I thought he was planning to land himself in the kayak.

  • @josephinebennington7247
    @josephinebennington7247 4 роки тому +1

    It’s easier to paddle the Bass than take a sea kayak on any train in the UK. They just wouldn’t let you on the platform, never mind the trains.

  • @MoMoneyMoritz
    @MoMoneyMoritz 4 роки тому +11

    HOW DOES THIS HAVE SO FEW VIEWS?

  • @annaleonie2731
    @annaleonie2731 4 роки тому +2

    I think you'll find there are many dangerous rips in bass straight.

  • @adindadewit-dejong8454
    @adindadewit-dejong8454 4 роки тому

    ha ha ha, really cool to take a seat unterneat the watersurface. But why did you bild it up in the train?

  • @rokhnroll
    @rokhnroll 4 роки тому +1

    8:45 is comedy gold

    • @BeauMiles
      @BeauMiles  4 роки тому

      Yeah, I laughed a lot at Dan. The man is funny, really funny.

    • @rokhnroll
      @rokhnroll 4 роки тому +1

      @@BeauMiles As an Englishman it was just the perfect comment..but in all seriousness from watching the adventure Dan and Matt had great attitudes.

  • @thomasjensen3214
    @thomasjensen3214 4 роки тому

    Beau, any particular reason you all paddle kayaks with a rudder?? Here in northern Europe we are mostly inspired by the British tradition an we paddle kayaks with a skeg. I have one of each. I must admit I prefer the ruddet!!!