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Very good video, I learned a few things that I didn't know about changing the oil. Good to see you are doing OK with your bad back. Twisting in those close spaces! Travel safe.

Oh to be young. Again. That is why im debating a boat. I can't do like i use to.

You don’t smoke, drink, or cuss. Three things that make boat ownership miserable.

You are not traveling alone. I am right there with you as I watch your videos. Thank you for the journey and stay well and stay safe.❤

Ugh, as a big, tall guy, I would never be able to squeeze into that claustrophobic space to install the rudder sensor. A good friend got a belt loop snagged when he was in a space like yours and actually thought he was going to die. One last heave and he tore apart the loop. Enjoyed the video.

I suffered extreme claustrophobia while watching this😂🥴

Marine Traffic says you’ve made it past the RR bridge at Lermont, welcome to the rivers! You’ve got locks ahead but mostly going down from this point.

Get yourself a grabber for those tight spots! Great videos!

Amazing Putin said F16 were just tinker toys.

What can I say - you are the man! Great fun to see what goes in to maintaining the boat. Thank you for sharing.

Another great an informative video…thank you!

Keep up the great work. Safe travels

For your oil filters get a 2 liter soft drink bottle and cut the upper part off. The bottom will fit neatly over your oil filter. Slip the bottle over the filter after you loosen it a bit. It's guaranteed to catch any drips and spills when you remove the filter.

A wise man once said...Every 15 minute job is 1 broken bolt away from being a 3 day ordeal.

Nice job with no spills or bad things happening. Keep up the good work

Did you say you have a nut loose on the exhaust hose!🤣

I couldn’t help but chuckle a little when you were hitting your head on the boat. I do that all the time, back-to-back-to-back, and have the same reactions. It was like I was replaying an episode of my own trials and tribulations. Keep up the good work, I enjoy your videos and appreciate you sharing your journey with us.

As you were climbing out i was screaming to you "don't forget the camera". Unfortunately you didn't hear me. Great job, informative and entertaining. Keep up the amazing narrative.

The odd boat you saw was a traditional commercial fishing boat for Lake Michigan. Everything is enclosed to keep the weather out. There are sliding doors on the sides they open to work the gear then shut them to keep the water out and the heat in..

I’m taking early retirement next March and heading away in the boat on my own for a few months (not a year) so do have a right good laugh at all your escapades and get real good tips from your adventures so many thanks for sharing. Keep the videos coming 👍🏻👌🏻

Been there many times, funny how you always get in but the return is the issue. I was speaking to the screen saying….”don’t forget your camera 😂😂😂” Great job mind you…

Boat yoga at its finest 😆

The next time you try.that bring your phone just incase you do get stuck

Next time try taking off your coolant over flow bottle.

A good accessory if you don’t have one is a fat rubber mat for leaning on engines bilges etc. I have the kind that are used for standing at stand up desks, it;s about 1inch thick ,very comfy

70% of all the fish in the great lakes live in Lake Erie.

What boat are you running the GL in?

Nice Pike

We’re learning all our lives or we’re dead. You learned something that day, take the gift and grin about it.

The boat I was on in Lake Erie was searched by CBP for half a hour in the summer of 2023. The owner of the boat had used the app. We had come from Pelle Island. We all had to sit on the roof of the boat while they searched.

I'd be a little concerned sailing with a captain who doesn't know if he's in Lake Ontario or Lake Huron.

I think you're awesome and brave and courageous and funny! You do you and live and learn. We're all learning with you! Great video! 😅

I just found your channel and watched episode 18 then decided to go back and start from the beginning. I just wanted to comment about Aunt Catfish restaurant, where all the waitresses call you cousin.😅 I lived in Daytona for a couple of years and that was my favorite restaurant. Whenever I pass by there on a road trip to Florida, I always stop there. It's my favorite. The salad buffet is incredible with their baked beans and coleslaw and cornbread. Just love that place. I'm loving your videos. People can learn so much from your experiences. Thank you so much for showing it all! You're a brave and humble man.

I'm late to this but I don't hear the bow and stern thrusters. Use them.

Love the videos and journey. Let me know if you stop by Waukegan Harbor on your way down.

This old marine ( 68 ) is inspired by your success! I’ll have to be alone the whole way as are you so I’m learning from watching

Another most enjoyable video…see you on the next one!

Another great video!!! quick question: what brand scooter do you have? seems light enough to carry out of the boat but sturdy enough for an adult to ride. Thanks in advance!

I'm 52 and a lifelong Michigan resident that grew up salmon fishing on the Great lakes. I have stayed at ports all around Michigan but I have never taken the Great loop. So let me say God bless you on your journey! I'm new to your channel and noticed that your boat was acting like the trim tabs were down. Could that have contributed to the lack of control after leaving port?

Another super video and couldn’t agree more, the folks you meet in a Marina are the salt of the earth 👌

Close friends are doing the “loop”. As of August 21 they are in Wisconsin. You are spectacular in a very ordinary and lovely way. Your demeanor is comforting Sir. Please fight through the editing process and continue to produce this valuable content.🎉

Thank you for your efforts ! I’ve learned about something that I’ve no expierence ! When locking thru !

Please remind me not to follow you to “ Bring a friend to work day “ ! That’s to high for me !

Another great video. Good luck with the project and safe travels.

Nice video but get your geography right. And you’re doing the loop? The Mackinac Bridge connects Michigan’s lower penninsula with Michigan’s upper penninsula. It is five miles in length. And you are following the Michigan coastline, not Wisconsin. Duh!

Question sir. I'm assuming you don't have a lower helm. If that's the case, is the upper climate controlled? If not, was wondering how operating up top without being in ac or heat impacts your trip, and would you recommend having an upper/lower helm? Continued safe travels!

Great job and safe travels

You corrected yourself. The bridge connects the city of St. Ignace to the north with the village of Mackinaw City to the south. You took the ferry to the island.

I'm looking to do the loop solo in a few. If you do the Nashville side trip, stop at the Ashland City Marina. They are a new sponsor, and I have my loop boat there getting ready. Interested in your westside trip down to Chicago.

It seems that so many Loopers miss so much of the Lake Michigan coastal ports in their "race" to Chicago. Manistee is a great town/marina as is Leland, Frankfort, Ludington, Pentwater, etc., etc. The Wisconsin side has it's share of great ports as well.