We didn't spend any time in Ijmuiden this time as there is nothing we need. We did have a false start due to a strange engine noise. We tied up again immediately because you don't keep going with strange noises! Figured out it was our new shaft seal and sorted it.
The first lock in Holland is the Kleinesluis (little lock) for private craft. It held no terrors this time around, and only us and 1 motor cruiser. Then a simple 13 mile motor up the North Sea Canal with only one near miss with a ferry that just pulled out in front of us. We did have 3 abreast towards us, see pic, a big tanker overtaking a small tanker and a big barge overtaking both of them. Bit cheeky.
Now we're in the Amsterdam Marina with its posh bathrooms (we enjoyed) and expensive restaurant (we eschewed). Very nice to have some down time, and tomorrow we'll see our friends Peter and Eric.
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