Ok, glad to see all the youngsters here. I'm 80. Started my first RUclips channel about 2011, 2014, 2015, 201?, 202?. On September 1, 2023 I decided to I was going to restart one of my channels (all my others haven't done much) as a beekeeping channel. And, I was going to post regularly, at least twice a month and that soon became once a week. And, I wasn't going to quit until I was monetized or beyond. I've done pretty good at keeping it up until about ten days ago. But, I'm back on track now. I've got 755 subs and 681 Public Watch Hours. I'm glad I found your page Allen. Maybe I can learn how to golf. Naw. Ok, I'll be following along. Good Luck!
I think beekeeping videos is a great way to go. You have the personality to pull it off. Being stung by a bee is probably less painful than my golf game.
@@allenreid62 The issue with that is the hives are heavy and this last year they seem to have become a lot heavier. I'm going to cut back to maybe just a couple of hives instead of 35. Only to keep my channel active and relevant. Going to make a trip on part of Route 66 this fall and may change another channel to a more personal or a more personal travel channel.
You are right, the over 60 have so much to give. I am 67 and started my RUclips 5 years ago. During the first year, I only uploaded 3 kayaking videos, but during the COVID-19 lockdowns, I started getting out for local walks and producing regular videos. It has never been about popularity and money for me, it is just me sharing my love for all things outdoors, and having a chat along the way. All the best from the UK, Dave 👍
I'm here with you guys, 59, but I've been gaming a while and have alot to offer in experience and insight, so I post my clips and hope we all succeed ❤
Allen, that was awesome!! LOVE that you added the bloopers at the end!! Although I think I would’ve moved the ball closer to the hole after 4 misses… just sayin’ lol! Great job and best of luck with your channel :)
Thank you for featuring my channel - it is very much appreciated! Wow Allen! I knew your video was going to be great with your background and you proved me right. This was so well done and funny. I definitely think you should do more videos about your gardening 😆I mean you certainly have a green thumb. I was wondering if you landed the shot on the first take - thanks for clearing that up. LOL Say hi to your Grand... oh sorry son - hee hee had to do it.
I read the comments in bobs utopia where he was encouraging you to start your channel and I clicked on your picture, watched the one that you interviewed yourself which was hilarious and very creative! You have a great personality and a wonderful sense of humor, keep them coming
Great first video! Enjoyed your video style and "meeting" your son Trey. I have grands that are obviously older. My suggestion is to share as much as you feel comfortable about being a "Silver Dad" as I was very intrigued by my co-worker in his 70's who was raising a 2 year old. I am also 62 and always thought I would work until seventy but over this past year I have decided to create a space where I can work how and when I choose. I am looking forward to beginning semi-retirement to spend more time with my dear husband who is doing much better after years of chronic health issues. Happy to be a new subscriber.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I may not have enough hair to classify as "silver" though lol. Just curious, how did you find this video?
Hi Allen. Thank you for the share. I found you through a push of the algorithm, because I'm 50 and starting my own channel too. I'm still a baby-older youtuber and building my life out of my 9-5. ASAP!
Wow Allen, awesome first video! Very engaging and very well thought out / edited. Kudos to you for starting! I'm excited you're part of Creator Boost Tribe 💪
What a great and encouraging video. My wife too is from Taiwan. We are a made for kids channel. I was thinking of starting a Disney VLOG. Keep up the good work
Great info, thanks for the encouragement...I am 75 gonna try to start a RUclips channel. Loved the putting highlights at the end, had a good healthy laugh.
Doing videos in public is really tough to get to do. I’m doing growth content on my channel and intentionally doing public videos to get over that fear. Keep it up. See you at 1,000 subs. I love seeing other people grow their channels.
@@ChadLisonbee Thanks Chad. I've been around thousands of people as a videographer, but walking around with a camera pointed at my face as other people watch is certainly uncomfortable with me. I'm just trying to have some fun with it to see where it goes.
Hi Allen - my name is Donna and I started a tech channel @fiftyplustech a few years ago - and I have another channel for my weight loss journey @snowbetterlifestyle - I just turned 60 in march and I raised six kids.I have noticed a LOT of videos talking about starting a channel after 40 years old. I love tech & I love talking about my health journey - I really appreciate all of you inspiring us to create. I follow a lot of these people you featured and it really does provide hope that this is something we can all succeed at...
Hi Donna! It sounds like you are on the right path with A LOT to talk about! I'm still finding my way, hopefully I can keep it interesting. Thanks for the comments and watching my video.
Glad to see a friend like me I have also started my RUclips channel at 67 years. After retirement from Railways as a successful Operations Manager. My channel is a Music channel. I upload my Guitar Rendition, I even edit Audio and Video personally It gives me great satisfaction.
Amazing, new follower here (I’m 49 but getting older - heard it’s kinda unavoidable 😮) I need to follow these other channels! I’m hopping on the pattywagon 😂🙌
How fun to come across your channel - and I recognize some of those other creators! Hooray for starting again - and this time, you are also in front of the camera! I'm in Texas, too.
Totally I just started my channel recently and very consistent. I’m 53 and thought I would do this but it’s a great idea and I’m here to support you too. Let’s all of us get this together. I have so much to share besides my love for cooking. The very best to you. You have me as your follower now
Just found your channel! I think you came up on my feed because I’m also over 60 and have just in the past week or so started to seriously consider starting a RUclips channel. Looking forward to following your progress. I’ve never been in the film business and know nothing about editing so maybe I’ll pick up a thing or two from you😊
Congratulations on finding a great retirement hobby. I did the same last summer while on vacation in portugal. I shot a few videos and off the cuff. I thought, what will i do with these videos? I uploaded a video, and Cooze Adventures was born. Cheers to lots more to come. What a great retirement hobby.
I have a 10 year old and 2 kids in college, so retirement isn't here just yet for me lol. I'll be sure to check out your channel later. Thanks for commenting.
Allen, I got onto your channel for the first time last night. Needless to say, I was very impressed with your casual and unscripted approach. You have all the necessary ingredients to make the channel successful. I'm 77+ years old, and with your inspiration and a few other older RUclipsrs I follow, I will soon begin my RUclips journey. Congratulations on a tremendous FIRST video and much success in the future.
Thank you so much for your comments. My approach is definitely unscripted! I look forward to seeing what you come up with for your channel. Let me know if you have any questions down the road.
@@allenreid62 I do have one question for you, Allen. When you posted examples of other RUclipsrs' videos, did you have to seek permission from them? I subscribe to Robthemaritimer and others, which I'd like to use as examples in the future. I see that you used Rob in this video.
@@themeparkmobility I wasn't 100% certain, so I DID ask each of them for permission just to play it safe. One person did not respond in time, so I ended up dropping her because I wanted the video out that day.
Hi Allen. I really enjoyed your video and I am 63 just about to turn 64:and live in Wales in the UK. I have ten year twin boys so I can really identify with you. We have a channel 2Twinsters and I have also started a channel called Sixty Rocks which I have not really used yet. My boys have put some jokey comments on. I have lots of plans for it but doing it is another matter! Good to meet you and I have already subscribed. Best wishes Michael
Nice jobI I am next, 63, very intimidated but still going for it. Don't know a thing about editing or video, hopefully I will learn quick. Good Job on yours Allen, Rockon
I turned on the TV tonight and there you were. I was interested in your channel because I’m starting the RUclips channel. Not sure about my niche just yet but I’m working on it. I think it will be fun and exciting. Congratulations on your channel. I will be watching I subscribed. 🎉🎉
Wow Allen, I'm on the same RUclips journey. So many parallels with your story (I'm 62 and my youngest son is 13). I'm planning to retire from expat life next March (home is UK) and have lots of hobbies and stuff I think I want to chat about/share. No idea about my niche, so I'll just get started and see where stuff takes me. Thanks for a great into. Good luck!
I'm your new subscriber, Allen. I found this video on the homepage. More power to your channel! I'm 63 when I started my only channel very early this year, now in its 9th month with 40k subs, and still hoping for the best!
This is great! Your voice and camera presence are so soothing and I was riveted the entire video. I’m 45 and starting a YT channel sharing my journey learning how to restore furniture. I have two antique dressers in my garage and visitors would exclaim with excitement wanting to know what I was doing with them. Then I realized there was already quite a tribe on YT! I found your video while watching other videos on how to make videos. Always happy to see other full grown adults pursuing YT! Subscribed 😀
Nice editing. I like your style. I also decided to start my channel a year ago in my '60s. Its just a hobby but I'm proud of my work having no background in any of this and learning so much over the last year. I've hit a thousand subscribers now. Spooky stuff is my passion and it's so much fun to do. Good luck to you. Good luck to me. It's never too late to start.
@Frightman I think it's a great hobby and something I look forward to do more of if I can ever retire. Thanks for watching and commenting and good luck with your channel.
@@allenreid62 Thank you sir and same to you. I'm counting down my last two years to retirement and then I plan to travel and record more content across the country. I think it will be a cool retirement job
I’m 36 and i’ve been posting for about 3 years and i will say sometimes it feels like maybe i missed the boat. I recently decided to really post on a regular schedule and it really feels daunting sometimes. Really stoked about to have found your channel to pull on you for inspiration
I found one of your other videos and this one showed up today. So, I turned 60 this year. I like Aviation, Gaming, Drones, RC aircraft, Photo Video. Been in the planning stages for months now investing in all the tools, and have some story ideas. Even shot a fast intro video that I now hate but was a good learning experience. Guess I am in the few takes to get the ball to go in the cup. Thanks for including those! This is a really nice first video. You have done your homework and it shows. Thanks!
I'm subbing because we have a couple things in common. On the older side and started a You Tube channel. You have me beat on the editing , for sure! Love the reality takes at the end. Now I don't feel so bad. Still, way better than my putting. Good luck with the channel.
Thank you and good luck with your channel! It's can be a fun and frustrating at the same time if you keep your expectations in check. I do think the pluses outweigh the minuses.
@ I’m hoping it works out but not stressing over it. It’s fun, get to meet people in the chats and keeping me computer savvy! Maybe future grandkids will get a chuckle out it too. Nice to meet you.
Great first video! I am 6 months into my little RUclips adventure. Very envious of how crisp your video is and how clear your outdoor audio is. I have had some struggles with both audio and vide…to say the least LOL Awesome job!
Great content and you have a great sense of humor. I'm 62 also and just started my YT channel 2 weeks ago. I've actually had it for 7 years but never did anything with it. I found you by looking for older RUclipsrs like me (Over 50+). Anyway I just subscribed and look forward to following your journey. I don't know how to edit my videos yet so they're raw LOL but I'll learn. Cheers - Martin
@theblairpodcast2462 Thanks, Martin. Good luck with your channel as well. There are a ton of videos out there to teach you editing, so you should get up to speed soon.
Hello my new friend, I retired back in February after 43 years in the transportation and logistics industry I like your style. I will be looking for more and more inspiration. 😃
Hi Allen, congratulations on your new hobby. I have been publishing weekly videos on my forced-early retirement, which has evolved into a DIY retirement channel. I began it as a COVID-era hobby and now have 172 weekly videos concentrating on managing the personal finance part of retirement, without paying lots of fees!
That's awesome! I'll check it out. Part of me wishes I was retired, but I'm happy with my job right now, plus have 2 kids in college and a 5th grader, so not quite ready to hang it up just yet!
When I first saw the putt I thought it wasn't that hard. It didn't look like there waas much of a break. But the out takes showed a lot more break than I thought. Good putt. Subscribed.
I love your compilation of over 40 youtubers. For better or worse I get a lot of these videos in my feed even though I am not in the target audience. I am well over 40, but at no time in my life have I been indecisive, procrastinating or whoever these videos are aimed at. I have always known and done what I wanted to do and need no encouragement aka nagging. 😎 I only hope I am not stuck at a crosswalk behind any of these can't make up their mind folks.
@@allenreid62 Thanx, I just wanted to mention also that ALL RUclips channels are not VLOGS. The channel I am working on now is ANIMATION which takes a very long time. In fact, although the ever-popular RUclipsr MR. BEAST does not do animation; he does do videos more involved than your typical stand in front of a camera and say something meaningful in the mic. His videos take 5 MONTHS for one episode. In the meantime, we have to let the "start now, just press play" comments go over our heads knowing that sometimes it takes more than that. 😎
Found you in my feed. I just started (almost 60). I am learning how to ride a motorcycle and decided to just document it. So happy I did. I didn’t think anyone would be interested in watching an old person do this…but there are folks in this demographic are looking for peers to be inspired by.
Hi Allen. I am an old bloke like you. After I have watched a whole bunch of these channels I am quite tempted to start one myself, but I am afraid that I have nothing to say.
Just like yourself, I’m fairly new to RUclips and growing subscribers (slowly). However, it’s starting to go the way I’d like. Wishing you luck on your channel and I’ve subbed. Looking forward to watching your future videos. 👍🏻
Thanks...you've got a lot of videos, so you should be getting good at the youtube game! I subbed as well as I enjoy seeing other channels from around the world.
@@allenreid62 much appreciated Allen 🙏🏻. You’d think I should be getting more confident in front of the camera but I struggle at times with social anxiety, so a lot of my commentary used to be done at home. I’ve been watching RUclipsrs to find out how others do it and so I’m putting in some different processes when filming now. 👍🏻
@@Redfox_UK I feel ok in front of the camera...just not in front of people. I'm going to try to force myself this weekend. I'm going to a FujiFilm even and a photo walk and want to do something involving that.
Hey there! You just popped up in my feed! My channel has been mainly conversations with other people. I’ve been thinking about doing some solo stuff for a while and finally published my first today! This is a great first video. I love watching videos from people in my age group.
Loved the ending! Lol! What is with that grass?! Funny how creators such as yourself are popping up in my timeline left and right, just as I'm working up my confidence to reprise my YT channel I created last year at age 62! I wish I had your experience with video creating and editing. Thankfully I have a son that helped me get started, but, whoa, there is a steep learning curve on that, and I'm just getting started. Cheers and best of luck!
Hey Allen. Loved this video. It really showed your professional chops. I am very close to retirement and I want to start a RUclips channel as well, but I am a rank amateur. I need all the inspiration I can get.
@ekalenak Thank you! Sounds good...there are a ton of videos out there to help you, but let me know if you have any questions down the road. Good luck!
Hello from Austin! I started a couple of moto-vlogging channels about 3 years ago for the same reason: a retirement hobby. My regret is niching around a specific activity. Don't get me wrong, I love riding motorcycles, motocamping, exploring new roads, etc. but I also enjoy other activities that confuses the algorithm and hurts my channels if I video and upload them. My advice, if ever asked, would be to concentrate on making yourself the niche. I am thinking about starting another channel following that principle so I am excited to see how your channel progresses.
I hear you...I likely won't nail down a real niche anytime soon, so that'll probably hurt my growth here. My videos about RUclips seem to be the ones doing best for me, but I'm not a RUclips expert, so I'm not sure how long I can keep that up. I do have a few other topics to hit soon. I'll probably bounce around and see how that goes.
Your channel found me by popping up in my feed. Having 466 subscribers since August is impressive. I monitor channels similar to yours, whether successful or not, to see what seems to be working and what isn't. There's one in particular I follow that has taken off this year after one of the videos went viral and I'm trying to decode what's making it click. I, too, have a channel as a retiree with the niche being the many ways you can optimize and enjoy retirement. It's been mostly DIY and How To videos up to this point, however, because I've always done a lot of remodeling work and this was the year of the major house overhaul after living here 28 years. It will trend more to travel, biking, vehicle restoration, being outdoors, fitness, and retirement specific topics in the future. Your channel appears similar in the sense that you spoke of finding different ways to occupy yourself when retired. I will keep watching and wish you success.
@fredbehn9287 Thanks Fred...this first video seems to be the one resonating most with people. Finding the formula since then has been a lot hard, but I'm still grinding.
Welcome to my channel! Please leave a comment and let me know how you found me. Thanks for watching!
I followed you home from the movies.
Ok, glad to see all the youngsters here. I'm 80. Started my first RUclips channel about 2011, 2014, 2015, 201?, 202?. On September 1, 2023 I decided to I was going to restart one of my channels (all my others haven't done much) as a beekeeping channel. And, I was going to post regularly, at least twice a month and that soon became once a week. And, I wasn't going to quit until I was monetized or beyond. I've done pretty good at keeping it up until about ten days ago. But, I'm back on track now. I've got 755 subs and 681 Public Watch Hours. I'm glad I found your page Allen. Maybe I can learn how to golf. Naw. Ok, I'll be following along. Good Luck!
I think beekeeping videos is a great way to go. You have the personality to pull it off. Being stung by a bee is probably less painful than my golf game.
@@allenreid62 The issue with that is the hives are heavy and this last year they seem to have become a lot heavier. I'm going to cut back to maybe just a couple of hives instead of 35. Only to keep my channel active and relevant. Going to make a trip on part of Route 66 this fall and may change another channel to a more personal or a more personal travel channel.
@@richardhyatt-beekeeping keep at it until you get into a groove at something you really like sharing on youtube.
@@allenreid62 Oh, I am. Actually, like the beekeeping channel. Always something important going on with beekeepers.
@@allenreid62 I once tried golfing only that boll wouldn’t fly right.🤔
You are right, the over 60 have so much to give. I am 67 and started my RUclips 5 years ago. During the first year, I only uploaded 3 kayaking videos, but during the COVID-19 lockdowns, I started getting out for local walks and producing regular videos. It has never been about popularity and money for me, it is just me sharing my love for all things outdoors, and having a chat along the way.
All the best from the UK, Dave 👍
Thank you, Dave. I wish I had started sooner like you.
I'm here with you guys, 59, but I've been gaming a while and have alot to offer in experience and insight, so I post my clips and hope we all succeed ❤
I agree...I hope we all do well!
Allen. Awesome first video. I'm glad to be inspirational. I'm really going to have to up my game. 😃
@BobsUtopia Thanks Bob! You're the best! Just keep doing what you're doing!
There is no such thing as age when it comes to learning and creativity. So glad to see your channel and may your GROW BIG!
@anadattaofficial Thank you...that's nice of you to say. I appreciate it.
Thank you so much for sharing.
I'm starting my RUclips channel.
Your encouragement is appreciated.
Bradley
You're welcome and good luck!
Thanks for featuring me Allen. I really liked your intro
You're very welcome!
Hey man. you're a natural on camera! Wish you the best on RUclips!
@@benjaminzipser6021 I appreciate your comments...thank you!
Allen, that was awesome!! LOVE that you added the bloopers at the end!! Although I think I would’ve moved the ball closer to the hole after 4 misses… just sayin’ lol! Great job and best of luck with your channel :)
Funny you say that...I DID move the ball a few feet closer, but don't tell anyone! Thanks for what you do.
Awesome first video!!!! I’m so honored to have been chosen to be in it! Thank you!! I cannot wait until your next video, cheers to your success!!
Thank you for featuring my channel - it is very much appreciated!
Wow Allen! I knew your video was going to be great with your background and you proved me right. This was so well done and funny. I definitely think you should do more videos about your gardening 😆I mean you certainly have a green thumb. I was wondering if you landed the shot on the first take - thanks for clearing that up. LOL Say hi to your Grand... oh sorry son - hee hee had to do it.
Thanks for watching and being a part of my first video!
@@allenreid62 Question... how did you tag the channels - I tried to do it on my video and could not get it the way you have it.
@@Iz-SixtyandBeyond On the video or in the description? I use Adobe Premiere to edit with.
@@allenreid62 In the description
@@Iz-SixtyandBeyond I just copied and pasted from yours and the others main pages.
this was terrific! looking forward to seeing more - best of luck & hope you have a lot of fun!
Thanks so much. If I stop having fun I'll definitely stop doing it, but I don't think that will be case.
Good luck on your new channel. 53 here and started 3 weeks ago, also growing it organically😊 Great video, subscribed
Thank you...that's great to hear. Good luck on your youtube journey as well!
@@allenreid62 Thank you!
I read the comments in bobs utopia where he was encouraging you to start your channel and I clicked on your picture, watched the one that you interviewed yourself which was hilarious and very creative! You have a great personality and a wonderful sense of humor, keep them coming
@@JenniferDrawe That's great...Bob's the best! Thanks for watching.
You're a natural. Very personable. Great video!!
Glad you enjoyed!
Thank you for inspiring me to start my channel, it’s a confirmation!💯🙌🏾🤛🏾💪🏾
@@josephkeppard3929 That's great!
Great first video! Enjoyed your video style and "meeting" your son Trey. I have grands that are obviously older. My suggestion is to share as much as you feel comfortable about being a "Silver Dad" as I was very intrigued by my co-worker in his 70's who was raising a 2 year old. I am also 62 and always thought I would work until seventy but over this past year I have decided to create a space where I can work how and when I choose. I am looking forward to beginning semi-retirement to spend more time with my dear husband who is doing much better after years of chronic health issues. Happy to be a new subscriber.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I may not have enough hair to classify as "silver" though lol. Just curious, how did you find this video?
Hi Allen. Thank you for the share. I found you through a push of the algorithm, because I'm 50 and starting my own channel too. I'm still a baby-older youtuber and building my life out of my 9-5. ASAP!
Congratulations on your first YT video! I enjoyed it. Going to launch my channel soon. Turning 60.
That's great to hear!
I’m watching you from Ghana🇬🇭 and I love you video I’m aspiring content creator
That's great! Thanks for watching and good luck with your channel!
@@allenreid62 thank you 🙏 good luck too
Allen，you are the best
Thank you for the inspiration!!!
@@Oneseed1111 you got it!
Somehow this rolled into my feed! Well done! 👏 Love the Ending! Subscribed!
@@ThesoundofSilenceshh glad you found it!
Awesome video. You kept my attention, yes even to the very end.
Thanks for watching until the end!
You seem like a natural. Well done for starting
@@pigsinpyjamas9410 Thank you. I'm trying!
Everyone's life is interesting to someone else! I subscribed.
@@_LikeATumbleweed Thank you...I appreciate it!
Brilliant work Allen! Love it! Thank you for including me - truly grateful. Wishing you the best with your channel!! xoxo
@@AlexaSaarenoja thanks for being a part of my very first video!
@@allenreid62 So excited for you! :)
I’m an old guy in his 80s with no hair. I have over 170 videos on RUclips and only a few are “talking heads”. So I say “go for it” youngster!
@ty2u Thanks, Tony. I just left you a message on your channel.
Hi Allen
Found your channel as I get ready to take my first plunge into the RUclips world.
That's awesome...Best of luck to you!
How many times did you do that put Allen 😀 LOVE IT! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
@josefinewanner haha! If you watch all the way until the end, you'll find out! Thanks for watching.
Allen, new subscriber, great to find another 60+ You Tube Creator Newbie.
That's great! We are slowly taking over!
Im 33 and just started mine 😂🙋♂️
@@UK-DUMPSTER-DIVER You're just a kid! Have fun and good luck with your channel!
Wow Allen, awesome first video! Very engaging and very well thought out / edited. Kudos to you for starting! I'm excited you're part of Creator Boost Tribe 💪
Thanks Ty! CBT has been a good thing so far...I really enjoy the people there and knowing we are all going through the same thing.
Team midlife RUclipsrs! Just found your channel and love it. I'm still learning and finding my footing and its people like you who inspire me.
That's great! Glad you found it and good luck on your youtube journey as well.
fantastic first video! so inspiring! you’ve got another subscriber no matter where you decide to go! thanks for sharing 🎬🧘🏽♂️
Thanks Gerald!
This was awesome! I’m trying to get myself primed to start my own RUclips channel soon. I’m 60 and semi-retired. This helped! New subscriber here.
There's always room for another "seasoned" RUclipsr!
Love this! Just started my over 40 channel (I’m 48.5).
@@shunnietg Thanks Shunta!
This is fun! I'm not quite 60 yet, but liked and subscribed 👍
@oxigen85 I'm glad you enjoyed it...all ages are welcome, lol
What a great and encouraging video. My wife too is from Taiwan. We are a made for kids channel. I was thinking of starting a Disney VLOG. Keep up the good work
@@CJ-Adventures Thanks! And good luck with your channel as well.
Great info, thanks for the encouragement...I am 75 gonna try to start a RUclips channel. Loved the putting highlights at the end, had a good healthy laugh.
That's great! Make sure to let me know when you get it up a running.
I'm honored a photo I took made the cut for your first video! Fun stuff. Look forward to seeing where this takes you!
@dawncampbell3425 Thanks Dawn.
Doing videos in public is really tough to get to do. I’m doing growth content on my channel and intentionally doing public videos to get over that fear. Keep it up. See you at 1,000 subs. I love seeing other people grow their channels.
@@ChadLisonbee Thanks Chad. I've been around thousands of people as a videographer, but walking around with a camera pointed at my face as other people watch is certainly uncomfortable with me. I'm just trying to have some fun with it to see where it goes.
@@allenreid62 I couldn’t agree more. I love your videos dude. Keep them coming.
Hi Allen - my name is Donna and I started a tech channel @fiftyplustech a few years ago - and I have another channel for my weight loss journey @snowbetterlifestyle - I just turned 60 in march and I raised six kids.I have noticed a LOT of videos talking about starting a channel after 40 years old. I love tech & I love talking about my health journey - I really appreciate all of you inspiring us to create. I follow a lot of these people you featured and it really does provide hope that this is something we can all succeed at...
Hi Donna! It sounds like you are on the right path with A LOT to talk about! I'm still finding my way, hopefully I can keep it interesting. Thanks for the comments and watching my video.
Alexa rocks! I'm glad to have her as a resource.
Glad to see a friend like me
I have also started my RUclips channel at 67 years. After retirement from Railways as a successful Operations Manager. My channel is a Music channel. I upload my Guitar Rendition, I even edit Audio and Video personally
It gives me great satisfaction.
That's great! Good luck on your youtube journey!
Amazing, new follower here (I’m 49 but getting older - heard it’s kinda unavoidable 😮) I need to follow these other channels! I’m hopping on the pattywagon 😂🙌
@@claribelcorona You're just a kid, but welcome to come hang out! Thanks for joining me here.
How fun to come across your channel - and I recognize some of those other creators! Hooray for starting again - and this time, you are also in front of the camera! I'm in Texas, too.
Glad you found me! Thanks for watching.
Totally I just started my channel recently and very consistent. I’m 53 and thought I would do this but it’s a great idea and I’m here to support you too. Let’s all of us get this together. I have so much to share besides my love for cooking. The very best to you. You have me as your follower now
@@MokaandChai That's great! Glad you found the video.
Just found your channel! I think you came up on my feed because I’m also over 60 and have just in the past week or so started to seriously consider starting a RUclips channel. Looking forward to following your progress. I’ve never been in the film business and know nothing about editing so maybe I’ll pick up a thing or two from you😊
Thank you...there are probably a lot better people to learn from than me, but let me know if you have any questions.
Enjoyed your introductory vid. Subbed and liked.
That's great...glad to hear it! Thank you.
I love this trend! Just subscribed to your channel 👏 it’s never too late. Great storytelling and editing!
@melaniegriesemer That's great! Glad to have you on board!
Thanks Allen. I’m 61 and just started my channel this year. Glad to know that I’m not alone in this journey. God bless.
I love it! I have wanted to start a channel for over a year and keep procrastinating. You're very inspiring! :-)
@@colmcb Thank you. I waited a long time too.
Great video! I'm subscriber #36! Definitely not too late!
Thanks for subbing!
Congratulations on finding a great retirement hobby. I did the same last summer while on vacation in portugal. I shot a few videos and off the cuff. I thought, what will i do with these videos? I uploaded a video, and Cooze Adventures was born. Cheers to lots more to come. What a great retirement hobby.
I have a 10 year old and 2 kids in college, so retirement isn't here just yet for me lol. I'll be sure to check out your channel later. Thanks for commenting.
Giving this one a full watch! Warm wishes from Millionaire Paul (aged 58) 😅👋
I started my channel 5 months ago. I am 70 all about health beauty and fitness!. Your never too old
@letsbeforeveryoung That's terrific! Good luck on your youtube journey.
Allen, I got onto your channel for the first time last night. Needless to say, I was very impressed with your casual and unscripted approach. You have all the necessary ingredients to make the channel successful. I'm 77+ years old, and with your inspiration and a few other older RUclipsrs I follow, I will soon begin my RUclips journey. Congratulations on a tremendous FIRST video and much success in the future.
Thank you so much for your comments. My approach is definitely unscripted! I look forward to seeing what you come up with for your channel. Let me know if you have any questions down the road.
@@allenreid62 I do have one question for you, Allen. When you posted examples of other RUclipsrs' videos, did you have to seek permission from them? I subscribe to Robthemaritimer and others, which I'd like to use as examples in the future. I see that you used Rob in this video.
@@themeparkmobility I wasn't 100% certain, so I DID ask each of them for permission just to play it safe. One person did not respond in time, so I ended up dropping her because I wanted the video out that day.
I'm listening....
Hi Allen. I really enjoyed your video and I am 63 just about to turn 64:and live in Wales in the UK. I have ten year twin boys so I can really identify with you. We have a channel 2Twinsters and I have also started a channel called Sixty Rocks which I have not really used yet. My boys have put some jokey comments on. I have lots of plans for it but doing it is another matter! Good to meet you and I have already subscribed. Best wishes Michael
Thanks for watching Michael...I'll have to check your channel out soon.
Thanks for the inspiration and making me smile. :) You'r "bloopers" at the end was priceless! ha ha ha!
BTW, is subscribed, just because!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for subscribing!
Nice jobI I am next, 63, very intimidated but still going for it. Don't know a thing about editing or video, hopefully I will learn quick. Good Job on yours Allen, Rockon
@Oldhippiechickadventures That's grear...good luck!
You are doing amazing🎉🎉
Thanks for watching!
Awesome, welcome - I am 65 and started my channel 4 months ago. It's a fun journey.
Great first Video! I just created my channel yesterday at 52, going to post my first video in the next week 😢
@@BarbosBuzz Best of luck to you!
I turned on the TV tonight and there you were. I was interested in your channel because I’m starting the RUclips channel. Not sure about my niche just yet but I’m working on it. I think it will be fun and exciting. Congratulations on your channel. I will be watching I subscribed. 🎉🎉
@@pocketgreetings6450 That's great! Have fun with it!
Wow Allen, I'm on the same RUclips journey. So many parallels with your story (I'm 62 and my youngest son is 13). I'm planning to retire from expat life next March (home is UK) and have lots of hobbies and stuff I think I want to chat about/share. No idea about my niche, so I'll just get started and see where stuff takes me. Thanks for a great into. Good luck!
@tonycarpenter723 That's great. Just keep it to something you enjoy doing and you'll succeed.
Love this! I was actually building a video with a very similar into. Great job.
@@TheGilesFamily That's great! Good luck with it.
The inaugural klaymorz in retirement video. Lol jk. Good stuff buddy, I may have to start one up again and join ya! #OGRUclipsr
Let's go!
I'm your new subscriber, Allen. I found this video on the homepage. More power to your channel! I'm 63 when I started my only channel very early this year, now in its 9th month with 40k subs, and still hoping for the best!
@thejerrbertrends526 Congrats on your channel's success. That's great to hear. Thanks for subscribing.
1:40 you came across my feed. I to started a new channel on crochet, quilting and tatting!
This is great! Your voice and camera presence are so soothing and I was riveted the entire video. I’m 45 and starting a YT channel sharing my journey learning how to restore furniture. I have two antique dressers in my garage and visitors would exclaim with excitement wanting to know what I was doing with them. Then I realized there was already quite a tribe on YT! I found your video while watching other videos on how to make videos. Always happy to see other full grown adults pursuing YT! Subscribed 😀
Thank you so much! It's comments like these that keep me going when the video ideas aren't flowing. Good luck on your journey as well.
Refuerzo positivo para que continues
You did so well! Ive been tryin to put out content but nothing comes close to your level!
@@vinitudeart Just have fun. You'll get better.
Nice editing. I like your style. I also decided to start my channel a year ago in my '60s. Its just a hobby but I'm proud of my work having no background in any of this and learning so much over the last year. I've hit a thousand subscribers now. Spooky stuff is my passion and it's so much fun to do. Good luck to you. Good luck to me. It's never too late to start.
@@Frightman 1k is great! Keep it up!
@Frightman I think it's a great hobby and something I look forward to do more of if I can ever retire. Thanks for watching and commenting and good luck with your channel.
@@allenreid62 Thank you sir and same to you. I'm counting down my last two years to retirement and then I plan to travel and record more content across the country. I think it will be a cool retirement job
@@Frightman Sounds like a great plan.
I'm 61 and retired. Congratulations on starting your Chanel. Best wishes. Also, great job on the video.
@@TimothyDeck Thank you, Tim.
I’m 36 and i’ve been posting for about 3 years and i will say sometimes it feels like maybe i missed the boat. I recently decided to really post on a regular schedule and
it really feels daunting sometimes. Really stoked about to have found your channel to pull on you for inspiration
Thank you...I wish I had started sooner too, but time management was and still is an issue to some degree.
I found one of your other videos and this one showed up today. So, I turned 60 this year. I like Aviation, Gaming, Drones, RC aircraft, Photo Video. Been in the planning stages for months now investing in all the tools, and have some story ideas. Even shot a fast intro video that I now hate but was a good learning experience. Guess I am in the few takes to get the ball to go in the cup. Thanks for including those! This is a really nice first video. You have done your homework and it shows. Thanks!
@@chipwillis Thanks Chip...good luck with your channel!
I'm subbing because we have a couple things in common. On the older side and started a You Tube channel. You have me beat on the editing , for sure! Love the reality takes at the end. Now I don't feel so bad. Still, way better than my putting. Good luck with the channel.
Thank you and good luck with your channel! It's can be a fun and frustrating at the same time if you keep your expectations in check. I do think the pluses outweigh the minuses.
@ I’m hoping it works out but not stressing over it. It’s fun, get to meet people in the chats and keeping me computer savvy! Maybe future grandkids will get a chuckle out it too. Nice to meet you.
@@brillonleather Exactly...I think that's the attitude to have going into it for sure.
Great first video! I am 6 months into my little RUclips adventure. Very envious of how crisp your video is and how clear your outdoor audio is. I have had some struggles with both audio and vide…to say the least LOL Awesome job!
@@LeadYourLiving Thanks for watching. Let me know if you need any advice on anything technical.
@@allenreid62 Thank you!
Yours popped up in my feed after I’d watched videos from some of the creators you featured. I can relate to the agony of missing a putt! 😂
That's great! Glad you found me. My agony now is I can't even play golf because of a nagging shoulder injury!
Great content and you have a great sense of humor. I'm 62 also and just started my YT channel 2 weeks ago. I've actually had it for 7 years but never did anything with it. I found you by looking for older RUclipsrs like me (Over 50+). Anyway I just subscribed and look forward to following your journey. I don't know how to edit my videos yet so they're raw LOL but I'll learn. Cheers - Martin
@theblairpodcast2462 Thanks, Martin. Good luck with your channel as well. There are a ton of videos out there to teach you editing, so you should get up to speed soon.
Hello my new friend, I retired back in February after 43 years in the transportation and logistics industry I like your style. I will be looking for more and more inspiration. 😃
Thanks Curt. My style is probably evolving, so we'll see where it goes!
thanks starting my new channel in November 😳 I'm almost 60 years old...ALMOST
You're just a kid! Good luck with your new channel.
Hi Allen, congratulations on your new hobby. I have been publishing weekly videos on my forced-early retirement, which has evolved into a DIY retirement channel. I began it as a COVID-era hobby and now have 172 weekly videos concentrating on managing the personal finance part of retirement, without paying lots of fees!
That's awesome! I'll check it out. Part of me wishes I was retired, but I'm happy with my job right now, plus have 2 kids in college and a 5th grader, so not quite ready to hang it up just yet!
Great intro video.
Thanks for the visit!
When I first saw the putt I thought it wasn't that hard. It didn't look like there waas much of a break. But the out takes showed a lot more break than I thought. Good putt. Subscribed.
@@MikesModelStudio That and my putting game is not great. I'm glad to hear you watched until the end!
I love your compilation of over 40 youtubers. For better or worse I get a lot of these videos in my feed even though I am not in the target audience. I am well over 40, but at no time in my life have I been indecisive, procrastinating or whoever these videos are aimed at. I have always known and done what I wanted to do and need no encouragement aka nagging. 😎 I only hope I am not stuck at a crosswalk behind any of these can't make up their mind folks.
@@roddiesimmons8773 haha...that's great. Thanks for commenting.
@@allenreid62 Thanx, I just wanted to mention also that ALL RUclips channels are not VLOGS. The channel I am working on now is ANIMATION which takes a very long time. In fact, although the ever-popular RUclipsr MR. BEAST does not do animation; he does do videos more involved than your typical stand in front of a camera and say something meaningful in the mic. His videos take 5 MONTHS for one episode. In the meantime, we have to let the "start now, just press play" comments go over our heads knowing that sometimes it takes more than that. 😎
Hello Allen, very interesting. 💕NonnaGrace 🐓
Found you in my feed. I just started (almost 60). I am learning how to ride a motorcycle and decided to just document it. So happy I did. I didn’t think anyone would be interested in watching an old person do this…but there are folks in this demographic are looking for peers to be inspired by.
@UpsideDownBeautiful That's great to hear! It sounds like you found the perfect niche, which isn't always easy.
@@allenreid62 Thank you. There definitely isn’t any competition in this space. Hopefully there is an audience though. Keep on keeping on!!
Hi Allen. I am an old bloke like you. After I have watched a whole bunch of these channels I am quite tempted to start one myself, but I am afraid that I have nothing to say.
@@felixluk3167 Well, there's always room for another old bloke when you're ready!
Yes ! I’m 68 and considering starting a channel but no video experience 😆
@@dean7468 A lot of folks start just using their phone, so that's always an option if you don't have the gear yet. Good luck to you!
Just like yourself, I’m fairly new to RUclips and growing subscribers (slowly). However, it’s starting to go the way I’d like. Wishing you luck on your channel and I’ve subbed. Looking forward to watching your future videos. 👍🏻
Thanks...you've got a lot of videos, so you should be getting good at the youtube game! I subbed as well as I enjoy seeing other channels from around the world.
@@allenreid62 much appreciated Allen 🙏🏻. You’d think I should be getting more confident in front of the camera but I struggle at times with social anxiety, so a lot of my commentary used to be done at home. I’ve been watching RUclipsrs to find out how others do it and so I’m putting in some different processes when filming now. 👍🏻
@@Redfox_UK I feel ok in front of the camera...just not in front of people. I'm going to try to force myself this weekend. I'm going to a FujiFilm even and a photo walk and want to do something involving that.
Hey there! You just popped up in my feed! My channel has been mainly conversations with other people. I’ve been thinking about doing some solo stuff for a while and finally published my first today! This is a great first video. I love watching videos from people in my age group.
Loved the ending! Lol! What is with that grass?! Funny how creators such as yourself are popping up in my timeline left and right, just as I'm working up my confidence to reprise my YT channel I created last year at age 62! I wish I had your experience with video creating and editing. Thankfully I have a son that helped me get started, but, whoa, there is a steep learning curve on that, and I'm just getting started. Cheers and best of luck!
Hey Allen. Loved this video. It really showed your professional chops. I am very close to retirement and I want to start a RUclips channel as well, but I am a rank amateur. I need all the inspiration I can get.
@ekalenak Thank you! Sounds good...there are a ton of videos out there to help you, but let me know if you have any questions down the road. Good luck!
Hello from Austin! I started a couple of moto-vlogging channels about 3 years ago for the same reason: a retirement hobby. My regret is niching around a specific activity. Don't get me wrong, I love riding motorcycles, motocamping, exploring new roads, etc. but I also enjoy other activities that confuses the algorithm and hurts my channels if I video and upload them. My advice, if ever asked, would be to concentrate on making yourself the niche. I am thinking about starting another channel following that principle so I am excited to see how your channel progresses.
I hear you...I likely won't nail down a real niche anytime soon, so that'll probably hurt my growth here. My videos about RUclips seem to be the ones doing best for me, but I'm not a RUclips expert, so I'm not sure how long I can keep that up. I do have a few other topics to hit soon. I'll probably bounce around and see how that goes.
Great job! Keep puttin'!
Your channel found me by popping up in my feed. Having 466 subscribers since August is impressive. I monitor channels similar to yours, whether successful or not, to see what seems to be working and what isn't. There's one in particular I follow that has taken off this year after one of the videos went viral and I'm trying to decode what's making it click. I, too, have a channel as a retiree with the niche being the many ways you can optimize and enjoy retirement. It's been mostly DIY and How To videos up to this point, however, because I've always done a lot of remodeling work and this was the year of the major house overhaul after living here 28 years. It will trend more to travel, biking, vehicle restoration, being outdoors, fitness, and retirement specific topics in the future. Your channel appears similar in the sense that you spoke of finding different ways to occupy yourself when retired. I will keep watching and wish you success.
By the way, the tag in my reply is not for my channel. I can reply with that if you're interested. Thanks
@fredbehn9287 Thanks Fred...this first video seems to be the one resonating most with people. Finding the formula since then has been a lot hard, but I'm still grinding.