What a lovely, well put together story. The trips back to Wreyland must have been such a mix of emotions. How lovely to see her again, and being so well looked after and future proofed, and yet I suspect a tinge of sadness too. Thank you for bringing this to us and like I, I’m sure everyone will wish her new owner many many years of happy cruising on the cut. Al the best to you too of course.
@@CruisingTheCutI miss the old days of cruising the cut maybe you might get a bit boat clucky again😂 and join the floating family again always enjoy your professional work
The mixed emotions of the 1st few minutes gave way to the realization that when the ICE days are in the rearview mirror, Wreyland will continue to provide years of enjoyment to anyone lucky enough command her. And, for those of us who've had so much joy "aboard" her, it was very nice to see her again. Splendidly done!
In my opinion, David, this will in time be considered a premier community service video. Not discounting your videography or editing skills, the real good this work will do in encouraging people who may have had obstacles this video removed for them is huge. Fantastic! P.S. after watching you build all those components on Wreyland, it was difficult to watch it being dismantled. I can only imagine how you felt.
The electric experience just so soothingly matches the tranquility of the British canal, love the conversion, hope the other David gets to enjoy her as much as he desires!
The quiet of an electric boat harkens back to the early canals before steam and diesel took over. The advantage, of course, is that electric drives don’t have to be fed and don’t leave . . . ”fertilizer” behind.
Actually the low pressure, saturated steam reciprocating engines in the 19th century were pretty quiet -- I've been out on an 1885-vintage steamboat and it was only slightly noisier than sail..
But you forget. Where does the original power come from ( and don't say windmills ), what about the Lithium cells and where do we dispose of them. What about China made solar panels with a short life span at about 40% efficiency and finally what about the cost. These are expensive like cars with batteries.
Lithium batteries are easily recycled, but demand is so high many are found second homes rather than disposal. In energy terms, electric cars are considerably more efficient then gasoline (that’s well to road). However, electric canal boats are another story. Slow speed diesels are very efficient and the “waste” heat provides warmth and hot water for the boat. Batteries will struggle to handle all that. By the way, LFP batteries are extremely robust and not prone to fire.
The work on the raise/lower system to help with the weed hatch cleaning was a stroke of genius. Now folks like David (and others) just need Bluetooth controlled lock gates to stop the climbing about, and the canals would really be set free for everyone.
Bluetooth controlled lock gates would, as you say, be an awesome idea. The CRT could get an app which would be able to connect to any controller via Bluetooth, it could also have an auto-close system to stop the lock gates being left open for very long. So many possibilities!
I visited my old boat sold in 2010 and the money put to buying an SUV that doesn't need a mooring line. Now in 2023 she has changed ownership three times, the second one spent a fortune on her and she looks all the better for it. Going electric without a donkey engine is brave, now having to rely on the wonderful UK weather to top up the batteries. Or calling into marinas for an overnight recharge while touring will need perfect planning. Wreyland is looking good, and the conversion work is of a high quality, so should stand her well for many years to come. Well done the David's and it would be great to have some updates while cruising the cut. Stay safe out there and thanks for posting.
I doubt the new owner will be going far each day so it'll be fine, direct sun will not be required to top-up the batteries. Also no 1000 mile road trips, isn't that what canal life is all about anyway?
Such a pleasure to see the legendary Wreyland in such good hands, getting all the love it deserves and some more. May it keep traveling the canal networks for decades to come.
Decades? I doubt it will manage 8/9 years, Those solar panels will be OK come the summer but the winter? Quick charging will shorten the life expectancy probably once a fortnight
So nice to see your commanding gaze whilst steering your old boat on the cut. What a great video and best of luck to the new owner, quite the nice upgrades!
Did I read that correctly? The casing over the electric engine had the words 'No Puttputt' on it? what a marvelous name., for the company that provided all the electricals. As usual I have really enjoyed this video, David. My favourite part was when you said, 'Ah boaty, I've missed yo boaty' I hope Gary, the manager of North Kilworth Marina gets a lot more enquiries about sales and conversions, they seem like a reputable company. Forget about installing acoustic paneling over the engine bay, I love the sound it makes, it should be embraced.
How wonderful to see you at the helm of Weyland again! It was kind of David to give you the tiller for a while. I enjoyed seeing the alterations bringing the boat into the 21st century - but most of all, enjoyed seeing Expert Gary overseeing the transformation. A man that can cook a turkey dinner in a narrowboat can do anything! He seems to be doing quite well. Thanks again David!
Excellent informative video, as expected from David. Interesting to see the new Electric installation, which was of course very expensive. However, I hope they caught the clown that secured the cooling water pipes with zip ties. Also, with 25 KWh of LifePO4 he has potential 20 Kw usable, so after say a full day 8 hrs cruising the batteries will be at 20 - 25% SOC for an overnight stop. Then next morning having had no solar how does he intend to proceed? Next on the shopping list has to be a decent 10 kva diesel generator.
Good to see wreyland in the hands off an appreciative new owner and the huge upgrades he has had done It was good to see you at the helm aswell brings fond memories streaming back of your efforts to improve your famous boat
I almost shed a tear when the Lister-Petter engine came out. I have a friend here in the US that had a diesel engine rebuild business and Lister-Petter was a customer. We were all boaters and that name caused us to have one more pint. He gave me a beautiful baseball cap with the logo on it. I got it out and wore it for this video. This all happened long before your videos, but every time I here that name I think of my hat. Thanks for the memories you have given me over the years. Cheers, I believe is the thing to say!
Glad it will be finding its way to be the heartbeat of another boat. That putt-putt-putt was so charming in all the Cruising videos. Be fun for a hint of its new Home (if possible). Thanks for years of lowered bp.
That was truly interesting, i agree that acoustic panels in “engine bay” would help! I can see a little 25’ electric canal boat looming on your horizon!!!
From Canada - I've dreamed about narrow boating on British canals for years. Now at age 77, I know it will never happen. With electric technology, it is amazing to think what the future holds and I have Narrow Boating channels to enjoy the experience vicariously. Thank you.
Nice to know what happened to the old girl, and that she's in the hands of the right owner. I've always maintained that the only real stumbling block to full electric power on boats is being able to fully charge them when away from an outlet. The advances in solar panels, plus better (and safer) batteries make me more of an electric supporter than ever. As someone with dodgy knees themselves, seeing the boat adapted to make things easier was interesting. I imagine it must have been with some mixed emotions that you took the tiller; reuniting with your old boat, but it no longer being the same boat you left. But it's in the best of hands, and will do what it does best for years to come
I was going to comment exactly that! The 'chug chug' of that Lister diesel was almost hypnotic!😀Electric is fantastic, but there is something missing I feel.
Thank you David and all. A very satisfying conversion. I think Wreyland will be up for countless years to come, bringing quiet enjoyment to her new owner. The rising steps to assist the owner to do the weedhatch is a brilliant solution and may be repeated once others with a similar disability find out about it. Congratulations to all on a first-class upgrade. David, perhaps bring us back in a year or so and lets take a revisit to your old travel partner.
Thanks David… as someone who’s followed your many adventures throughout the last few years, it’s nice to see the old girl again. It’s as if we’re seeing an old main character return for a cameo.❤
What a joy to see your good old boat back again in her new life. Funny how we get attached to these large steel hulls. Thank you for sharing new and old owners.
Great to see "Boatie" again, David. I remember how impressed I was watching you figure out and install all of your solar gear on the wall. Thanks for the reunion!
David, all these years and the memories of watching your exploits…it just never gets old. Thanks for another one;) Jeez, that affected me and it's not even my boat! 😂
I remember the episode where you upgraded the solar panels and rewired the essentials. That was a master class in understanding kilowatts per hour usage. It was good to see you back on the water. By the way, the bread baking video is still one of my favorites. I still laugh 😂😂😂. Stay safe and be well. 👍🏾
It's always cool when you get to see a vehicle or project that you once owned again. I've sold vehicles that I didn't think had any useful life left, only to see them restored and re-imagined years later and it's a great feeling seeing something you've known get a new lease on life.
Another on of those 20 minutes David's videos - that flies by in less than 5! The old boat got really awesome with all this quietness. Electric is the way to go, no doubt about it. I really miss the cruising videos - the way David does them is just... relaxing.
1) Great to see your former boat (and you, as always) back! 2) I'm in awe for that lift that started the whole electrification process. Great application of an old idea. 3) I must say that the previous electric narrowboat has raised the bar with me: I'd fancied a propeller pod here, too. But then, the total cost could have gone through the roof, damaging the solar panels...
That was a very educational, entertaining, and nostalgic story. I think many of us miss Wreyland, so it's nice to see your old boat found a good home - and has a new lease of (electric) life!
Excellent video David,how ironic that one of the reasons you moved off the boat was you considering getting older and mobility issues in the future.the old girl is looking fabulous,Chris
nice video and good to know the Wreyland is upgraded to be around for much longer. Also respect for the ingenuity with that lift, always good to see new ways to create access for people with handicaps in hobbies which often just excluded handicapped people not so long ago. I wish the new captn best of health so that he gets to enjoy the Wreyland for a long time.
It was nice seeing Wreyland again, glad the new owner is enjoying her... bittersweet was when you took the tiller. Thank you to the new owner for allowing us to see the transformation from ice to electric! And I'm glad the old engine is being repurposed!
I would love to see some of the costings as non of us are getting any younger and this could well be a way of continuing on the cut. Great Vlog as always David and many thanks to the new owner for sharing.
What a wonderful video. Wreyland was such a colourful, interesting character under your care but now, albeit a bit beige, she has a new lease on life with a different owner. I am a firm believer in fate and simply by the way that Wreyland won the heart of her new owner, I'm quite sure the new ownership was meant to be. Love your work.
I always liked the sound of the engine, especially during those long travel videos. But this is amazing. Just hearing the water like that is very peaceful
Nice to see you back on 'The Boat'. Ahh, an affectionate final pat for good old boatie - parting is such sweet sorrow, the wave of the 'kerchief, the tear in the eye not yet fallen and the hard swallowing of the lump - good English stiff-upper-lip stuff, good show sir!
Lovely to see her again and she looks wonderful with her new bits and pieces. Fascinating to see how adaptations can be made for people who need them and who can then take part in the pleasure of, well, cruising the cut.
Nice 1 David, good to see Wreyland again, even during a re-birth. OH&S had some good ideas, but they also put a few people outa work with their regs. Smaller business that did smaller jobs for people. Thanks to the new owner David, who has done a nice job, with your old boat, ensuring she'll be round for a few more years. Thanks David.
I can see electric conversions for existing boats becoming a more viable option as battery and solar tech improves with continuous cruisers going the hybrid route.
I’m not convinced that solar makes much difference. Every little helps but there is just too little surface area. It will need a big battery as there won’t always be a charging point. One day maybe but very not yet.
It is nice to see that Wreyland has gone from one nice David to another. That was a very fascinating and wonderful follow-up to what happened to your boat. I like the changes and moreover, they allow someone to continue to do what they enjoy. Whilst I like the sound of a traditional engine as do many, we also enjoy a bit of peace and quiet. Somehow, I feel that all narrow-boats should be electric, simply because the silence suits the boating style of slow pace and silence. Whilst a leap forward technologically, it also takes us back to a time when it is was horses that provided the power with no other sound than that of the horse's hooves on the towpath. Thank you to the 'new' David for allowing the 'old' David (in terms of ownership) to revisit, film and tell us this story. That was very kind of you.
Great to see Wreyland getting an upgrade, and such a well done one too! It still amazes me how far we've come with solar, and it seemingly STILL keeps getting better with newer panels having higher output but somehow keeping the same size. Certainly a technology well fitted to cruising.
This is so great! I love the conversion! It's great that the state of the art has progressed this far. And we could probably all do with a more peaceful stress free lifestyle, like narrowboating haha
What a pleasant surprise to see Wheyland again with her new owner. Well done Dave! The upgrades to her are fascinating, and I love the idea she is electric now. The hydraulics for easy engine/weed hatch access is brilliant! I was actually just thinking to myself at that very moment...'this gentleman needs a hydraulic lift'...and viola...there it was! Kudo's to the gentleman for taking to canal life as an older, solitary boater...wishing him all the best in his travels going forward!
I, of course, won't be able to wave at the new owner, but it is really a nice, quiet boat. What wonderful cruises he will have next summer. Good to see you again David. Take care.
Big thanks to the new owner for sharing the process with you and by proxy, us!
What a lovely, well put together story. The trips back to Wreyland must have been such a mix of emotions. How lovely to see her again, and being so well looked after and future proofed, and yet I suspect a tinge of sadness too.
Thank you for bringing this to us and like I, I’m sure everyone will wish her new owner many many years of happy cruising on the cut.
Al the best to you too of course.
Cheers Ed, much appreciated 😀
well put!
@@CruisingTheCutI miss the old days of cruising the cut maybe you might get a bit boat clucky again😂 and join the floating family again always enjoy your professional work
@@johnlewis3009 Looks like he took your comment to heart - welcome Twiggy!
We missed Wreyland! Glad to see the new owner loves it as much as you did.
The mixed emotions of the 1st few minutes gave way to the realization that when the ICE days are in the rearview mirror, Wreyland will continue to provide years of enjoyment to anyone lucky enough command her. And, for those of us who've had so much joy "aboard" her, it was very nice to see her again. Splendidly done!
In my opinion, David, this will in time be considered a premier community service video. Not discounting your videography or editing skills, the real good this work will do in encouraging people who may have had obstacles this video removed for them is huge. Fantastic! P.S. after watching you build all those components on Wreyland, it was difficult to watch it being dismantled. I can only imagine how you felt.
I'd imagine the price would be the biggest obstacle.
The electric experience just so soothingly matches the tranquility of the British canal, love the conversion, hope the other David gets to enjoy her as much as he desires!
Such a nice surprise. Not only to see your old home again, but also expert Gary working on the upgrade.
I say, "Show me the money!"
The quiet of an electric boat harkens back to the early canals before steam and diesel took over. The advantage, of course, is that electric drives don’t have to be fed and don’t leave . . . ”fertilizer” behind.
Fertilizers are a good thing 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@btudrus not when you step in it
Actually the low pressure, saturated steam reciprocating engines in the 19th century were pretty quiet -- I've been out on an 1885-vintage steamboat and it was only slightly noisier than sail..
But you forget. Where does the original power come from ( and don't say windmills ), what about the Lithium cells and where do we dispose of them. What about China made solar panels with a short life span at about 40% efficiency and finally what about the cost. These are expensive like cars with batteries.
Lithium batteries are easily recycled, but demand is so high many are found second homes rather than disposal.
In energy terms, electric cars are considerably more efficient then gasoline (that’s well to road). However, electric canal boats are another story. Slow speed diesels are very efficient and the “waste” heat provides warmth and hot water for the boat. Batteries will struggle to handle all that.
By the way, LFP batteries are extremely robust and not prone to fire.
Good one, thanks.
What brilliant adaptations! And nice to see your boat again David. The new owner was so generous letting you film it all for us. ❤
Excellent watch.
The work on the raise/lower system to help with the weed hatch cleaning was a stroke of genius. Now folks like David (and others) just need Bluetooth controlled lock gates to stop the climbing about, and the canals would really be set free for everyone.
Bluetooth controlled lock gates would, as you say, be an awesome idea. The CRT could get an app which would be able to connect to any controller via Bluetooth, it could also have an auto-close system to stop the lock gates being left open for very long. So many possibilities!
Ah David, your baby is all grown up and beautiful. You must be so proud.
Appears to be a very lovely new chapter for Wreyland. I wish her an even keel and sunny days.
Good to know the old girl is in safe hands!
Love how he doesn’t let physical limitations dictate what he can and cannot do find a way to make your dreams come true
😊❤ Yes! Congrats to all on the excellent ideas, problem-solving skills and positive work. Very uplifting and encouraging to all !!!
I visited my old boat sold in 2010 and the money put to buying an SUV that doesn't need a mooring line. Now in 2023 she has changed ownership three times, the second one spent a fortune on her and she looks all the better for it.
Going electric without a donkey engine is brave, now having to rely on the wonderful UK weather to top up the batteries. Or calling into marinas for an overnight recharge while touring will need perfect planning.
Wreyland is looking good, and the conversion work is of a high quality, so should stand her well for many years to come. Well done the David's and it would be great to have some updates while cruising the cut.
Stay safe out there and thanks for posting.
I doubt the new owner will be going far each day so it'll be fine, direct sun will not be required to top-up the batteries. Also no 1000 mile road trips, isn't that what canal life is all about anyway?
Just wanted to say your bilge paint still looked good David. David, many years of Happy Cruising in a boat everyone would love to have.
Oh, haha I was thinking it needed another clean and re-paint!! So glad that Gary and team did it instead :-)
@CruisingTheCut did they remove the painted spider or did it get another coat?
That's a great story on your last boat. The new owner seems delighted as he should be. Thanks for sharing. Cheers 🇨🇦
Such a pleasure to see the legendary Wreyland in such good hands, getting all the love it deserves and some more. May it keep traveling the canal networks for decades to come.
Decades? I doubt it will manage 8/9 years, Those solar panels will be OK come the summer but the winter? Quick charging will shorten the life expectancy probably once a fortnight
What a wonderful salute to your old transport! I can’t imagine a better individual owning your boat, with such fine updating. Bravo!
A "little bear" ROFLOL. Thanks for this.
That had to be a bittersweet experience for you. I am happy that the new owner seems to care for the boat as you did. Thank you for the vlog.
Have always loved the idea of refuelling as you go ;) Government haven't thought of a way to tax sunlight … yet.
So nice to see your commanding gaze whilst steering your old boat on the cut. What a great video and best of luck to the new owner, quite the nice upgrades!
Wonderful ingenuity. Thanks for sharing. P.S. Good to see your old boat has fallen into good hands.
Thanks for watching!
Gary has come a long way since the early days, it's good to see he has survived the Christmas Dinner, as with all of you, haha 😊
Brilliant conversation job. Hopefully in time conversion costs come down and towpath charging infrastructure develops.
Did I read that correctly? The casing over the electric engine had the words 'No Puttputt' on it? what a marvelous name., for the company that provided all the electricals.
As usual I have really enjoyed this video, David. My favourite part was when you said, 'Ah boaty, I've missed yo boaty'
I hope Gary, the manager of North Kilworth Marina gets a lot more enquiries about sales and conversions, they seem like a reputable company.
Forget about installing acoustic paneling over the engine bay, I love the sound it makes, it should be embraced.
"It's looking a little bare". I see what you did there at 5:09.
No doubt anymore that going electric is the way forward. Prices will drop.
How wonderful to see you at the helm of Weyland again! It was kind of David to give you the tiller for a while. I enjoyed seeing the alterations bringing the boat into the 21st century - but most of all, enjoyed seeing Expert Gary overseeing the transformation. A man that can cook a turkey dinner in a narrowboat can do anything! He seems to be doing quite well. Thanks again David!
I love seeing other folks spend their money on improving stuff ..!
Now thats the Wrey to do it! What an upgrade!
Excellent informative video, as expected from David.
Interesting to see the new Electric installation, which was of course very expensive.
However, I hope they caught the clown that secured the cooling water pipes with zip ties.
Also, with 25 KWh of LifePO4 he has potential 20 Kw usable, so after say a full day 8 hrs cruising the batteries will be at 20 - 25% SOC for an overnight stop.
Then next morning having had no solar how does he intend to proceed?
Next on the shopping list has to be a decent 10 kva diesel generator.
Good to see wreyland in the hands off an appreciative new owner and the huge upgrades he has had done
It was good to see you at the helm aswell brings fond memories streaming back of your efforts to improve your famous boat
I almost shed a tear when the Lister-Petter engine came out. I have a friend here in the US that had a diesel engine rebuild business and Lister-Petter was a customer. We were all boaters and that name caused us to have one more pint. He gave me a beautiful baseball cap with the logo on it. I got it out and wore it for this video. This all happened long before your videos, but every time I here that name I think of my hat. Thanks for the memories you have given me over the years. Cheers, I believe is the thing to say!
Glad it will be finding its way to be the heartbeat of another boat. That putt-putt-putt was so charming in all the Cruising videos. Be fun for a hint of its new Home (if possible). Thanks for years of lowered bp.
That was truly interesting, i agree that acoustic panels in “engine bay” would help! I can see a little 25’ electric canal boat looming on your horizon!!!
It’s nice to see the boat again and to also see Expert Gary’s appearance again brings back memories
Doesn't it?!
From Canada - I've dreamed about narrow boating on British canals for years. Now at age 77, I know it will never happen. With electric technology, it is amazing to think what the future holds and I have Narrow Boating channels to enjoy the experience vicariously. Thank you.
Nice to know what happened to the old girl, and that she's in the hands of the right owner. I've always maintained that the only real stumbling block to full electric power on boats is being able to fully charge them when away from an outlet. The advances in solar panels, plus better (and safer) batteries make me more of an electric supporter than ever. As someone with dodgy knees themselves, seeing the boat adapted to make things easier was interesting. I imagine it must have been with some mixed emotions that you took the tiller; reuniting with your old boat, but it no longer being the same boat you left. But it's in the best of hands, and will do what it does best for years to come
Absolutely
I am a big fan of tranquility, but there is something to be said about the steady thumping of a Diesel engine. Great update.
Thanks as the owners of Tranquility we are always interested in electric boats and conversions so interested to see what is out there
Thanks
Arthur 😊
I was going to comment exactly that! The 'chug chug' of that Lister diesel was almost hypnotic!😀Electric is fantastic, but there is something missing I feel.
Thank you David and all. A very satisfying conversion. I think Wreyland will be up for countless years to come, bringing quiet enjoyment to her new owner. The rising steps to assist the owner to do the weedhatch is a brilliant solution and may be repeated once others with a similar disability find out about it. Congratulations to all on a first-class upgrade. David, perhaps bring us back in a year or so and lets take a revisit to your old travel partner.
Now that was a surprise and a half(!). And what a nifty set-up! Blimey, that lift thing is inspired!
I loved the speed estimation when you looked at the bank to adjust it from 1.5 to 2mph....you still got it!
😂😂😂
Thanks David… as someone who’s followed your many adventures throughout the last few years, it’s nice to see the old girl again. It’s as if we’re seeing an old main character return for a cameo.❤
Oh wow! The quiet splish-splash of his prop is such a soothing sound!
The Christmas dinner video with Expert Gary is one of my favorite videos to watch during the Christmas season.
What a lovely conversion, and I'm pleased to hear that battery technology has advanced to make them much safer.
What a joy to see your good old boat back again in her new life. Funny how we get attached to these large steel hulls. Thank you for sharing new and old owners.
Very cool that he did that and bought it because it was yours. Much love from the USA 🤙
What a great story.
Missed you David. I love how quiet the boat is, too bad all the other boats aren't.
Great to see "Boatie" again, David. I remember how impressed I was watching you figure out and install all of your solar gear on the wall. Thanks for the reunion!
Good to see the old girl. Miss all your canal travels videos of you and her.
Congrats to the Gentle Gent! Nice to see the boat getting another life with a new owner!
Wreyland looks extremely spiffy! I’m so happy that someone who loves her is again her caretaker. Thank you, David. 😎🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😎
David, all these years and the memories of watching your exploits…it just never gets old. Thanks for another one;)
Jeez, that affected me and it's not even my boat! 😂
I remember the episode where you upgraded the solar panels and rewired the essentials. That was a master class in understanding kilowatts per hour usage. It was good to see you back on the water. By the way, the bread baking video is still one of my favorites. I still laugh 😂😂😂. Stay safe and be well. 👍🏾
Thank you
It's always cool when you get to see a vehicle or project that you once owned again. I've sold vehicles that I didn't think had any useful life left, only to see them restored and re-imagined years later and it's a great feeling seeing something you've known get a new lease on life.
David - like most , i miss you and the Wreyland excursions
I almost had a sense of nostalgia seeing that beautiful boat. I can't even imagine how surreal this had to be for you.
I found it interesting!
I knew nothing about narrow boats David. You have been a great educator. You help to keep their history alive.
Thank you
Another on of those 20 minutes David's videos - that flies by in less than 5! The old boat got really awesome with all this quietness. Electric is the way to go, no doubt about it.
I really miss the cruising videos - the way David does them is just... relaxing.
Glad you enjoyed it
Lovely that the new owner will love and care for the boat as you did!
David, it was so cool that you got to take her out on the first run. Only, fitting.
Good luck with climbing the lock ladders !
1) Great to see your former boat (and you, as always) back!
2) I'm in awe for that lift that started the whole electrification process. Great application of an old idea.
3) I must say that the previous electric narrowboat has raised the bar with me: I'd fancied a propeller pod here, too. But then, the total cost could have gone through the roof, damaging the solar panels...
That was a very educational, entertaining, and nostalgic story. I think many of us miss Wreyland, so it's nice to see your old boat found a good home - and has a new lease of (electric) life!
I'm enjoying this video. Thank you for the update on your old Boat. I like most of the new upgrades half Smart.
Excellent video David,how ironic that one of the reasons you moved off the boat was you considering getting older and mobility issues in the future.the old girl is looking fabulous,Chris
Perhaps I’ll buy a nice static widebeam Dutch barge and live on a river, that would be nice.
nice video and good to know the Wreyland is upgraded to be around for much longer. Also respect for the ingenuity with that lift, always good to see new ways to create access for people with handicaps in hobbies which often just excluded handicapped people not so long ago.
I wish the new captn best of health so that he gets to enjoy the Wreyland for a long time.
What a remarkable conversion. Many thanks to the new owner for sharing this experience. Very much appreciated. Be well and stay safe.
Glad to hear that the Wrayland has got a new lease of life and will continue to sail along the UK's canals like she always has. God speed :)
What a nice bloke, and wonderful to share the process with you and us.
It was nice seeing Wreyland again, glad the new owner is enjoying her... bittersweet was when you took the tiller. Thank you to the new owner for allowing us to see the transformation from ice to electric! And I'm glad the old engine is being repurposed!
Yes, a video about the destination of the Lister would be interesting.
Good to see both the boat, and Expert Gary again!
It has be a great feeling to know Wreyland is going be taken care of for a long time. That electric upgrade means it will be loved beyond our time.
Nice to see it’s finally moving again
David, you always produce such well presented and interesting videos, so thank you! I always look out for more.
I would love to see some of the costings as non of us are getting any younger and this could well be a way of continuing on the cut. Great Vlog as always David and many thanks to the new owner for sharing.
What a wonderful video. Wreyland was such a colourful, interesting character under your care but now, albeit a bit beige, she has a new lease on life with a different owner. I am a firm believer in fate and simply by the way that Wreyland won the heart of her new owner, I'm quite sure the new ownership was meant to be. Love your work.
I always liked the sound of the engine, especially during those long travel videos. But this is amazing. Just hearing the water like that is very peaceful
What an interesting conversion!! Wow!! Must make you so happy to see Wreyland upgraded and loved by the new David.
Fantastic video!! ❤
Many thanks!
Nice to see you back on 'The Boat'. Ahh, an affectionate final pat for good old boatie - parting is such sweet sorrow, the wave of the 'kerchief, the tear in the eye not yet fallen and the hard swallowing of the lump - good English stiff-upper-lip stuff, good show sir!
I'm so pleased that the new owner has given Boatie a lot of love and I hope he will enjoy her as much as you did, David.
Lovely to see her again and she looks wonderful with her new bits and pieces. Fascinating to see how adaptations can be made for people who need them and who can then take part in the pleasure of, well, cruising the cut.
Nice 1 David, good to see Wreyland again, even during a re-birth. OH&S had some good ideas, but they also put a few people outa work with their regs. Smaller business that did smaller jobs for people. Thanks to the new owner David, who has done a nice job, with your old boat, ensuring she'll be round for a few more years. Thanks David.
Cheers
Thanks for sharing. That was interesting to see all the new changes to the narrow boat.
Nice touch to keep in touch.- Sailing, sailing over the...yes, well, it was satisfying to see you smiling while doing a round at the new tiller.
Brilliant Video David. Nice to see your old boat has been given an upgrade and bless David, the new owner. 👍🏻
I can see electric conversions for existing boats becoming a more viable option as battery and solar tech improves with continuous cruisers going the hybrid route.
I’m not convinced that solar makes much difference. Every little helps but there is just too little surface area. It will need a big battery as there won’t always be a charging point. One day maybe but very not yet.
Would be good to see how many hours of cruising and solar recharging is required.
It is nice to see that Wreyland has gone from one nice David to another. That was a very fascinating and wonderful follow-up to what happened to your boat. I like the changes and moreover, they allow someone to continue to do what they enjoy. Whilst I like the sound of a traditional engine as do many, we also enjoy a bit of peace and quiet. Somehow, I feel that all narrow-boats should be electric, simply because the silence suits the boating style of slow pace and silence. Whilst a leap forward technologically, it also takes us back to a time when it is was horses that provided the power with no other sound than that of the horse's hooves on the towpath. Thank you to the 'new' David for allowing the 'old' David (in terms of ownership) to revisit, film and tell us this story. That was very kind of you.
Wonderful how a new owner has carried on the life of this plucky little narrow boat.
Great to see Wreyland getting an upgrade, and such a well done one too!
It still amazes me how far we've come with solar, and it seemingly STILL keeps getting better with newer panels having higher output but somehow keeping the same size. Certainly a technology well fitted to cruising.
Totally agree!
This is so great! I love the conversion! It's great that the state of the art has progressed this far. And we could probably all do with a more peaceful stress free lifestyle, like narrowboating haha
It was good to see that the panels and the old motor found new homes!
What a pleasant surprise to see Wheyland again with her new owner. Well done Dave! The upgrades to her are fascinating, and I love the idea she is electric now. The hydraulics for easy engine/weed hatch access is brilliant! I was actually just thinking to myself at that very moment...'this gentleman needs a hydraulic lift'...and viola...there it was! Kudo's to the gentleman for taking to canal life as an older, solitary boater...wishing him all the best in his travels going forward!
Glad you enjoyed it
You’re right about the acoustic panelling though….quiet as electric motors are, that noise would drive me crazy!
This is a great video, David. Thanks.
Glad you liked it!
I, of course, won't be able to wave at the new owner, but it is really a nice, quiet boat. What wonderful cruises he will have next summer. Good to see you again David. Take care.