If you visit Sydney, it is almost compulsory to catch a ferry from Circular Quay to Manly, with one side of the suburb facing the harbour where the ferry berths, and the other side, the open Pacific Ocean, great for surfing.
Once when returning from Manly to Sydney's Circular Quay, we were tossed about a bit and a little water sprayed those sitting outside at the bow. Seeing people outside being sprayed was very amusing. However, it was nothing like what is in these videos. The only dicey part of the trip is when the ferry crosses Sydney Heads, open water to the Pacific Ocean, and was no doubt where this occurred. I hasten to add, this is very unusual.
I believe these videos were taken by Matt Lambley, maybe. I've seen a different name embedded in the video.
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Very Interesting!
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I'd be hanging on tight, and inside the cabin.
ReplyDeletePass me the sick bag ...
ReplyDeleteWe should never underestimate the power of the sea! Thanks for sharing, Andrew.
ReplyDeleteIt is also a rite of passage for me
ReplyDeleteIt been a very long time since I been on a ferry.
ReplyDeleteDora, strange because of the name of your town.
DeleteWow!
ReplyDeleteHad to laugh, but it is a bit rough.
ReplyDeleteThat would be too much for me at this point in my life.
ReplyDeleteThat's not a bit of spray, that's a swamping, looks like fun though, just not for the camera. I remember that ferry ride to Rottnest Island, I enjoyed the rough patches. Maybe I was a sailor in a past life.
ReplyDeleteI found it quite scary!
ReplyDeleteI lived in Perth many years ago. It was such a peaceful city that the children and I loved but spouse didn't.
ReplyDeleteHels, there is a lot to like about Perth, but not the summer heat.
DeleteI tend to lose things on rough water...like my cookies.
ReplyDeleteNot a fun time for someone like me, Andrew.
ReplyDeleteAfter living on our boat for 20 years I've had enough being on the water. I quoted you today Andrew. Here's the link
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I'm one of those (in rougher ferry rides than depicted above) who'd go as far up as I could and cling onto something and celebrate the power of the ocean. Usually alone. I have wonderful sea legs.
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Wisewebwoman; I'd be right there with you!
DeleteOh my word!
ReplyDeleteI love a fun boat ride.
ReplyDeleteGood Lord! That's a little too crazy for me. I'd be with Pixie inside the cabin.
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