Costly first-time buyer mistakes (we made)
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- Опубликовано: 26 июн 2019
- Don't be fooled by the BLING! Also, sellers, if you want top dollar, we have some tips! When we started out 17 years ago, we didn't know what we didn't know, and it cost us! As sailing noobs it's easy to be taken advantage of. Pop some corn, pour a cold drink and step into our time machine as we go back in time to learn from our own mistakes!
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This is the first boat video ive watched with truly good advice, entertainment and no feeling of "look at how amazing our boat life is" like all these other channels. Humble and down to earth
I guess as an old aviation maintenance guy the first thing that would have come to my mind seeing such a clean boat is what are they hiding from me? Cynical yes, Experienced yes. But I am happy it all finally worked for you and thank you for sharing your experiences with the rest of us so we don't reinvent the wheel :)
20 plus years ago...Young...Dumb...and in Love...Great story...Thanks for sharing...
I know. The good ol days when the stakes were so low.... Live and learn!
Great they are honest about their mistakes. Instant subscribe for me. Great story indeed.
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@Dax Karson lol u2 scammers are spamming every youtube channel... jeeze must be making a lot of $$$ And every comment like this has another account follow with " ya man its works great!" lolol
Nice sailors story.
It is amazing how something very small can turn into a "sporty" moment(s).
Just to add .... I think it takes about 3 years of living aboard before you really understand all the systems, all the how to's and only after time will cruising be a smooth and stressless exsperience.
When you are responsible for the electric, sewer and maintenance of all the components and then to add the sailing, winds and boat management, it takes time to understand and get a feel for your boat and the cruising life.
One day you wake up to a serious boat issue and instead of it being a dramatic frustration and a panic to deal with, all of a sudden you just deal with the issue like it was nothing special or anymore concerning than tying your shoes. This is when cruising becomes the lifestyle that you imagined and dream of.
Nice job sharing in your exsperiences. ⛵
Very well said Grant. That's exactly it, isn't it. I say all the time that the pulling at sails and getting from point A to B is the fun and easy part. Lol... I would say your three year estimate is just about right. If you really really knew what you were doing, you might get it down to two. Best, Nick
@@TheOKellys 3 to 4 years is the time it takes to master anything. No getting around it.
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Having a knife is critically important for any sailor. We almost lost a crewman who was being dragged by a line after going overboard because no-one had one in a San Diego race... Lesson learned. I carry at last one on me, always.
This is going to be an aside: I've been skydiving and a parachute test pilot for over a decade. We try to learn from mistakes that other make so that we don't have to do it ourselves. That's a philosophy that's ingrained in a good skydive because sometimes you don't get to work out mistakes for yourself. Shit goes sideways too fast. I've been absolutely gutted that my crewmates haven't applied learning to that sailing experience. '
That was close, eh??!!' or 'Wow! That was lucky!!'
How about, 'what the fuck did we do wrong, and how do we mitigate it next time?' If ONE person knew where a knife was on that boat, we wouldn't almost have killed someone.
A Sailor without a knife is like a woman without a c*nt.
Hi Nick and Megan. The best part of all, it is the relationship between the couple. I am amazed how you two communicate to each other. Assuming the Golden Gate episode was today, you would not have to talk to Maggi. She would figure it out by your eye look !
It really is the key to the whole thing. It's not about the boat...it's about the relationship...working together. Megan and I have known each other since sixth grade. Thanks for the note Pedro!
ROFL "An unattached anchor will try to get off the boat" Wise words to live by...!
So clueless. Lol!
I’m not a sailor but I always dreamed of being one, I just found you guys today and have been enjoying your stories are your personalities. Thank you for the knowledge that you’ve given me!
Your humorous presentation of it makes it more memorable😄
Not many people are eager to share a story where you got taken. Thank you so much for telling it. I love these videos, thank you!
hahahahha.... long enough ago that the pain has gone.... lol. Just a classic noob mistake. You only make it once in life. I hope. LOL. Thanks for the note. Having fun making the vids too.
I just love the way you told this story
Thanks guys for sharing the honest truth. I am looking into buying my first trawler, and now I know what to look for.The tips and hints always helps Thanks again, and happy sailings.
I admire your passion and as u said sense of adventure in your lives. It is amazing to watch both of you document your lives all before the social media age. ❤
Love this Format it's like going to a friends house and watching home movies about there trip to the Grand Canyon,or something like that.
I just love your honesty. The world should be like you! Thanks
You two have a magic between you, an easy connection and an almost symbiotic relationship. Thanks.
Awww thank you so much Steven, we're very lucky and grateful.
Thanks Nick and Megan. We've watched hundreds of boat videos from most of the popular channels. While the location and lifestyle videos are amazing and inspiring, and the T&A/clickbait videos have become boring, you are the first to provide the information I am truly looking for... information. As someone who hopes to buy a cat and hit the seas full time in the next 4-5 years or so, the nuts and bolts info you are providing is priceless! Please keep it coming. I am looking forward to your books on Amazon. Kindest Regards, Mark and Patty
Mark, thank you for this note! Really appreciate it. By no means are we the experts in all things sailing. Just hoping to share our experiences and wisdom hard-won from a multitude of mistakes. Really glad to be of any help. And I hope we see you out here soon. Best, Nick O
@@TheOKellys If you happen to stop in Cape Canaveral on your way back down the coast, let us know. We'd love to buy you dinner. We have some cool bioluminescence in the Indian River Lagoon in the warmer months right off the port. Great kayak trip at night. Kindest Regards.
Thanks Mark. Have you copied into my notes. Have not been in there. Seems with this mast we have a lot of limitations with the bridges, etc. Will see how this season shakes out but would love to stop in! Nick
Mark Lewin thank you so much Mark, really appreciate the huge compliment!
Sounds great. You are too tall for the ICW, but you can get into the port. There is a marina inside the port near the cruise ships and plenty of bars/restaurants right on the water.
You guys are like the last guests to the party. How many sailing vlogs are there? But let me say, you're quickly becoming one of my favorites. Genuine, fun, call-it-like-you-see-it, mixed with some irreverence.
Also super useful. Great job!
The practical info is really appreciated.
Also, you are refreshingly responsive. That can't be easy, either. Speaks volumes about your character.
Thanks Tom! That’s high praise. Now the party can begin!! LoL. When we took off back in the day, there were the Shards’ mail-order VHS tapes, and Bob Bitchin selling home movies for $35 a tape at the boat show. And now all these boats out there doing their thing, telling their stories, inspiring others for free...with the touch of a button on a glass screen....it’s amazing. We live in incredible times. And I’m so grateful. We are so grateful for the opportunity. Very much appreciate the note Tom. Will do our best to keep it going. Nick
@@TheOKellys Thanks Nick. BTW, Live in Alameda now, so appreciated the Bay flashback. Also, truth be told, my parents sold everything and we flew to Taiwan when I was 9, picked up the first Vagabond 47, and sailed it home with them. Was supposed to take one year. Took 4.
So I've got it in my blood. Trying to get back out there with my wife Lynn (ambivalent sailor, but loves to travel). Have chartered in BVIs. Cats are great. Who knew? Oh. Everyone.
Anyway, perhaps we'll join you in one of those anchorages, one day. Also, love the Abacos!
Ahhhh lovely. That last vid showed us hauled out there at Alameda. Not KKMI.....I don't remember which yard it was. So you are familiar with Lat38 then...I blame Richard Spindler for all of this. Lol. A Vagabond, eh? That's quite the boat! What an amazing experience that must have been. Get a cat and get on out here! We are Pacific sailors at heart, but I gotta tell ya on balance the Bahamas and Carib have everything but the good tacos. Cheers! Nick
This is how you do a video! Plenty info and plenty humor. Most important,,,,music free. Thanks guys.
Thanks! I did sneak in one short little track of mine under the popcorn.... Appreciate the note! Nick
Dinner parties must be great fun with you two, great stories and boy oh boy can Nick tell a story and make it a long long story ... cute
As a person who has endured many mishaps over the course of my 60 years, it was a real pleasure to find that I was not sailing alone with respect to misadventures and occasional bad luck....and although it is a little bit selfish, in the case of misfortunes...sometimes misery loves company...lol...what I mean, is when you hear other people talk about their bad luck you realize that God is not mad at you and singled you out with respect to challenges....as my Dad told me, son....the best advice I can ever give you...when someone ever begins a conversation with, ...this is a great deal.....run...don't look back...just keep running...as he told me, if he had a nickel for every dollar he spent after receiving "good deals" he would be a millionaire...he said, it came to a point where he considered just laying down on the hood of his car, dropping his drawers and just informing the world that if there was anyone left who hadn't f.....ked...him in the ass so far....lets get it over with it now....as he also wisely said...if and this is a big if...if you are lucky enough to ever get what you paid for...thank the Gods in heaven for your good fortune, and never let that collection plate on Sunday pass you by without you putting in a sizeable contribution...at 60 years old I have come to the conclusion that it is an essential part of the human condition to get screwed on a continuous basis over your lifetime...as it breeds character!!!! Thank you for your openness and honesty...you guys are the type of people I hope cross my path in the twilight years of my getting screwed experiences..at least I will have met fellow travelers with similar experiences to share a pint and a lot of laughs together..thanks a million...grey rainy day here in Canada under this Scamdemic Lock down and your stories have put a smile on my face...I apologize that your misfortunes have gave me guilty pleasure....but I mean well...God Bless, and may fair winds always follow your flag...God Bless...Don outside Toronto, ON Canada
Thank you Don. Be well. Hopefully we will all laugh this off someday.
Hi, I really love how you told the anchor story in SF Bay! You really made my day here in Vienna, Austria, ROFL. Capt. Harry
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This video episode and the last were helpful when I made my bid. My surveyor is alerted that my survey must be extremely thorough and leave no stone unturned so to speak. Thanks, see you in the water. Peace and fair winds.
Right on. Yes the surveyor is a key player. Good luck with the purchase. Let me know how it goes. Nick
Thay not teach this in the school guys brings back memories total respect for talkingedv about mistakes sure it's help people not make the same. Wish I watched this 10 yrs ago 😂😂😂
I wish I watched it 20 years ago! Would have saved a few bumps, bruises, and dollars! LOL
If your selling a boat, think of it, like doing a basic home renovation, it’s all about looks, and feel, remember people buy on emotion first. Great vids, I’m no sailor, but some common sense I think, helps you make money, and I love all your hints and tips, I’d love to sail around the world, in my own catamaran, man what a life, keep up the great vids.
I must admit, like most people, it’s hard to be an expert when buying a boat, but you do your best I think, to learn new information, but when learning something new, it usually cost you money the hard way.
Love the total honesty and lack of ego in your vids. Feels better to know I'm not the only one who f's up.
(launched a Sunfish into the surf, broke the rudder when it came back)
That's a good one. Did you at least catch the wave? No, anyone who's pushed themselves past their comfort zone has f'd up. Nature of the beast, and good for laugh later on. Thanks for the note Matt.
I could never afford a boat so I don’t know why these videos showed up in my recommendation but I’ve started watching them and find you guys very interesting and nice to watch your videos. Your both nice to watch and listen to for some reason. Lol
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Thank you!
There are cheaper boats out there
They just need love and elbow grease
Speak it into existence
You'd be surprised I've seen 25-30 ft at 10-15k
Great video within a video! You had me repeating the catch-phrase "in the biggest, steepest seas we've ever seen" and laughing at your pain (sorry but it's kinda unavoidable). That was the best video I've seen in a long while. Thanks!
That was the funniest anchor story I’ve ever heard and filled every second of it ha ha I thought that sort of stuff only happened to me........subscribed still laughing great info bud from Essex U.K.
Thanks for your brutal honesty - we all start out somewhere and learn from our mistakes
yep, so true. no way to get experience than to do
I admire how easy going you are about everything. That is a great quality. And to be able to laugh about it is even more impressive.
Many other noob mistakes....some too fresh to admit.....ah the stories.... thanks for the note Kirk!
Wow thanks for your story. I think this relates to everything you buy, especially houses. Foundation, Plumbing, Septic, Sewer lines, electrical panel, Roof and the most important neighbors and what the neighborhood sounds like at night.
Oh, oh, oh .. I just came across this 3 yr old video and I have to tell you I laughed till tears ran down my cheeks. Comedy on the "biggest seas we've ever seen."
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Im really jealous of the relationship you two have, i really want to have a boat oneday with a partner who shares the same interest. I dont even know how to sail yet :(
I know... she went to work at West Marine for him!! Priceless stories. thanks
Dribbling shit
@@Crazy--Clown you are so original and unique, did you come up with that all by yourself? Wow dude, you must be an intellectual genius! I bet you have so many friends, and woman hanging off your arms!
That's alright, my dude. You'll find your way when you have the sea calling you 👌 Are there any classes for sailing in your area? Most lakes have classes or something similar (but, take note, the lake is nothing like the ocean). It's a good first step. You can also look to see if anyone is looking for someone to join their crew.
This was so good every time we're looking for our new post we both say boy was this one a good one ! You both did a fantastic job ! 2 thumbs up👍🏻👍🏻
Over all I do admire your integrity and the way you two review your "waking through the seas", I had learn a lot, thank you.
Very funny stuff! I gotta say though, I did an offshore delivery on my 1st boat & it worked out quite well, sailed it to Ensenada & left it on a mooring for 3 months, came back to San Diego & wa-la, saved myself 10 grand. All perfectly legal. A year later & another 50 grand & we left, lol. So it does work, at least back in the nineties it did.
You guys are good storytellers, should do more of that. You could start a whole need channel, call it "Popcorn with Nick & Megyn". Hilarious, thanks for sharing!
Yeh it used to be the 90 day yacht club down there in Ensenada. What I can't figure out is that we had no address and weren't based in any marinas. We were USCG documented, not state documented....I just can't figure out how they even found out the boat was in CA. It's not like we were trying to evade it...we were too stupid for that. We thought we just had to take delivery offshore. Such noobs. I think the rules have changed about a half dozen times since then. So hard to keep track. Anyway, thanks for the nice words. We have sooooo many stories like this. Some too embarrassing to tell! Appreciate the note.
Hearing that story was hilarious... look forward to more and “gidday” from Sydney Australia.
I have found the best deals (on anything) when the reason for selling has little or nothing to do with the thing being sold. I.e., they aren't trying to hide some horrible defects, just need to get 'it' out of their lives. That's why I always ask for their reason for selling, and listen very carefully to the answer. As sad as it is, the death of a partner, divorce, long distance move, or other lifestyle change can make anything superfluous to one's life. There's a downside to the "best" deals, and that is you need to make a decision quickly. This is why I offer a small deposit right away, with the balance contingent on things being more or less as advertised. Works out for both parties, and shows consideration for their time too.
You guys are hilarious (as well as informative). I was in Cornwall, UK with a guy who had just bought a boat and wanted to show me. We kinda stumbled down to the boatyard the next morning and his proud purchase was gone, although the docklines were still there. Turns out that his wooden sloop had not been floated in several years and the caulking had all dried up so the boat was exactly where he left it : only on the bottom. After a week or so he got a crane to lift it up, pumped it out, and it floated just fine. Apparently this is a quite common occurence in the "Realm."
Lol. Wooden boats....a whole different world. Lol
Ok, I'm feeling so much better about our National Lampoons Family Vacation of 2018, lol... Love watching you guys, thanks for sharing.
Lol. That first year was a bit Captain Ron for us. Lol. Thanks for the kind words. We are happy to have you along. Best, Nick
Thank you so much Tori!
Beautifully crafted and extremely honest!
Being a noob is par for the course. We're all noobs at something.
This was great. I couldn't get enough of Megan giggling in the background of that old clip. I was rolling over here.
hahahahha.... I know. The whole thing makes me laugh....such noobs! Thanks Phil
@@TheOKellys Well keep de-noobifying us. Now back to my Irma-damaged cat search. KIDDING!!
Lol!
Laughing laughing laughing here,
That's a great yarn and very pleased that you are brave enough to share. Esp. to put the footage together makes it special.
Keep them coming because it's great entertainment. We watch this and can recall our own newbie fouls.
Sailing is learning, sailing is life, life is learning.
Thanks! Oh there are many. Some are too fresh to share...lol. I guess it's also what we like about this whole thing...you can get some experience, and then some more, and some more, and then you still learn something new almost every time. Or at least I do. At least I am not learning the same lessons again and again. Lol. Best, Nick
Hi from Australia, you guy's remind me of all the things that I love about American's. Thank you
Agree on that, you guys really remind me of the view of America i had as a kid. Professional, social, hard working and a true passion and devotion to cause.
Not sure if that’s a compliment or a negative lol.
"Windlass cares less". Kkkkk. Top. Love'd you 2. And really learn a lot. Thks
I do the same with all I've sold in the past, houses and cars/utes and I've always got more than market price :) The last Ute that I had and eventually sold it around 4 years ago, I had a mechanic call me and he said to me "please don't let it go, I'll be there in a few hours to purchase it off of you (Me)" He said he was looking for my model ute in as good of condition it was in and the colour it was too. I had it looking spotless for the photos online, cleaned the motor and sprayed silicone spray over all of the covers and plastic and rubber parts, including the top of the radiator and the hoses etc...
Family and Friends were telling me that I was dreaming to get what I was asking for, and low and behold a Mechanic drove from the other side of the city for it, paid top dollar for it and with no roadworthy certificate, as he said he would work that out.
Oh yeah, PRESENTATION is EVERYTHING! Don't get me wrong it was well looked after, the point is that all in all I got about 1/3 more $$$ than I would of otherwise ;)
I have not laughed so much for a long time
Thank you so much ))
Totally hysterical, and so so true. Thinking back I can see so many similar occurrences. Sailing is awesome, 95 easy and wonderful, oh but that 5 %, holy crap.
Yeh that sums it up pretty much. Hoping to get that down to 99/1. Lol
This was amazing & I have never laughed so hard. Thank you for the story!
This is one of the better stories with anchor problems I've heard
If mindful suddenly gets all cleaned up like a new pin.... You know they were watching :D
I hope they don't take offense! It's a nice boat! Lol
I think that a boat that is dirty and smelly is either an indication of true neglect or an indication of being someone's broken dream.
So, looking at these boats is probably a good idea.
I like this couple - they are so solid.
What a great video! I've watched between one and two gazillion RUclips videos and this one was so enjoyable and informative. You two obviously have a great relationship, as anyone of your trials and tribulations would have many couples aiming that sharp knife at each other-that or a divorce lawyer. Thanks!
You are the best! Haven’t had this happen yet but can completely get it. All of the newby boat buyers on the cruiser forums should watch you.
I am a mecanic, all the time look to new parts instal in a boat. If the parts are good brands , the owner is good. Dinghy it is a mirror to a boat, it is like a shoe to a woman, nice dinghy , good outbord , 30% the boat it is in good condition. Many owners put Allibaba parts on boats.For safe sailing , you must have 50% mecanic skils, things will brake , and you cant call for uber
very true! no uber out there!
Sorry for my english, the moust problematic boats are in the range 40-60, all ships in this range are sold whith problems, they are desired for space and manouvrability. And it is good to search the cheep, because all will need TLC. 30-44ft you can find good and loots upgrades put in boat , because all noobs rush to buy and put all money , and after 2 years they find it is a small boat . Catamaran it is very hard to buy , everybody what. You can sail and wife it is happy.
Thanks Tynu. Good points. And it is true that the catamarans are now very very popular. Still, the good ones are hard to find. Thanks for the note!
15:00 hahahhaha i really lmao about the Anchorstory .... thx for sharing, nice vid
THIS !...is the best sailing episode ive watched 8-0...AND I've watched quite a few...a lotta good good sense...and a lotta the opposite...loved it!!!
Lol. Thanks Errol. Appreciate that immensely. We've got a lot of silly adventures in the vaults. Hard won wisdom.....based on silly mistakes.... lol Thanks for the note.
What a great story!!
EXACTLY the same happened to me in the middle of the Atlantic between the Canaries and Madeira. The difference was that our windlass wasn’t working at all. Before we set sail from the Canaries, I told the skipper/owner that we can’t go to sea without a windlass. His response was „if we need it, we’ll use a winch“.
Skipper has spoken.
One and a half days out, beating into four to five metres of very confused sea and the anchor BANGING up and down, held only by a 4mm pin, I told the skipper that the anchor is banging on every huge wave and was going to break free.
“It’s the spinnaker pole banging” was the response.
Next day, huge seas, still beating to windward, 11am (thank god not at night), the anchor frees itself and 75 metres of chain is let out - thankfully caught by a knot in the chain.
The skipper decides to get sick and between a vomiting skipper and a winch in the cockpit, it took us three hours to get the anchor back on board.
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Omg, what a headache!
Great video. Love the story. Imagine the stories are a big part of the sailing culture. Always look forward to the advice on anything related to sailing. Hope to one day put it to use and think back where I heard it. There are people looking for those slightly dirty and smelly boats to use their sweat equity to be able to afford to sail. Keep the vids coming.
You got it. Will do our best. Thanks for the note Richard!
Great Video! YES, DO NOT GET FOOLED BY COSMETICS.... hard lessons learned- thanks for sharing...
Good lesson for cars and houses too. Paint, carpet, and appliances are cheap, check the structure and look for the little details in places nobody ever looks.
Hey guys what a great honest video. But gee Boy I’m happy that none of you got hurt. That windlass story is really illustrating how quickly things can get south. And how ugly things can get. Wow. Great video topic. I like hearing about these stories. Keep it up.
You made my day! Hours later, and I still have a smile on my face. Glad to have discovered your channel! All the best!
Welcome aboard! Glad to have you.
Hey don't think it's only you that's made mistakes. We've all been there. I built a 48 ft sloop bought the hull and everything else cost of the empty hull was $10,000. By the time I finished it to launch costs mushroomed to $150,000.
I've heard: "Build a boat because you want to build a boat, not because it's cheaper." or something like that. I hope you ended up with something you were happy with. The pride has to be immeasurable. That is quite an accomplishment.
You guys are legends... thanks so much for all of the great tips. Your stories are entertaining, keep em’ coming please.
You got it! There’s a whole pile of em! As always....wish we’d shot more video! Lol
Ok, you've sufficiently scared my wife and me away from owning a boat. Whew! That was close! Thank you!
Great job really informative AND SO TRUE IT HOLDS FOR EXPERIENCED BUYERS TOO! IF IT SHINES PEOPLE WILL BUY IT
I love that your videos tell a specific story. Podcasts too. Always waiting for the next one!
Thanks! Podcast coming out in a few minutes. Just uploading. Noob mistakes....so we had a LOT of material to work with. LOL. Thank you for the note. Makes me feel good!
Great stories, awesome video. Have to laugh, we all have these "lessons" just hard to pass them on. Thanks.
It is so true. To be young and dumb again.... The thing I find so astonishing about this stuff is that saving money was and has always been such a big focus for us, and to see my ignorance and naiveté undermine those goals so perfectly.... you gotta laugh.
The greatest, most likable among those countless unacquainted internet couple phenomena. Great storytelling, so entertaining. Definitely subscribing right NOW. Thanks, with greetings from Germany.
Thank you. What a sweet thing to say. Appreciate that. Best, Nick
Man, that story at the end was awesome. It's cool seeing the footage of you guys back then. I couldn't believe it when you guys said "20 years ago"...you guys look too young for that 😂. Happy sailing!
Thanks for being honest and sounds like a great first trip out and awesome adventure that put the salt in your veins 👍👍
It was an adventure, that's for sure. The silly lessons kept coming and coming... lol
You guys are becoming my favorite RUclips channel
Aww thanks Sumeet. That means a lot. Best, Nick
good advice. i bought a small trailerable sort of starter type yacht (an old venture) last year and the owner did a very good job of hiding everything with pretty white paint, in a way that only could be found after buying. everything was rotted underneath. i literally had to gut it all down to the bare hull, inside and out. lots of work. this is my second yacht. my first one was a lot bigger, a 31 wooden gaff sloop that became a 'broken dream' that i did not even get to sail, had to sell, half-finished, at a loss. oh well, at least i get to sail this one. haha. well, now that i know more, i will do better when i eventually upgrade.
What a great story you two. Gota love the rich history you have. No question it has made you who you are and what you know today. No exception for experience. Thanks a bunch.
Ah thanks. We are the product of our experiences, for sure!
Applies to anything we wanna sell. Great video!!!
OMG ...that is an excellent video!🤣😂🤣 you guys are fantastic. Very funny story - exceptional practical advice! "Don't get distracted by the bling" Thanks for another great video!!
Aww, many thanks Chris. Appreciate that. Nick O
You guys are so fun. Thanks for sharing your insights and hindsight
I love your videos - there is an X factor i am unable to put in word here. Maybe it is your spirit but it is now one of my favorite channel. You dont come across as a YT celebrity but as old buddy, or an like old memory - i still can't nail.
i believe in my heart you two are beautiful souls ... Don't let anything astray you from your path or heart.
God Bless!
Awesome stuff! My wife and I are looking into buying a boat now, we stuck between a variable draft mono and the comfort of a cat. Let's be sure it'll be an older cat something like a Prout 40/45, but I think we leaning toward the cat. I know I've said this before but I really do learn so much from your guys' channel. Everything you said now just confirmed that I'm going about things the right way, taking my time, keeping Sam interested(Get her onboard...) and hopefully, we find the deal of the century!
That's so awesome to hear. For liveaboard, a cat is more comfortable for sure. But I always say it is absolutely not necessary. If the choice is going on a monohull or not going, then go on a monohull. If you have the choice, cat is where it's at. At least for full timing. Part time, I might actually take a monohull. Sounds like a topic for a video..... thanks for the note Lindsay and welcome to the Fb group. Nick O
Ha, that was hilarious! I love how you guys tell your story!
Thanks Daniel. Serious noob mistakes!
in the biggest steepest seas they've ever seen
ikr it’s like being in the cockpit in a marina with them of an evening having a chat. Plus they are adorable together! ♥️
Hi guys!! Thanks for the tips and the stories! Was informative as well as entertaining. I’ve learned quite a bit when I went boat hunting, and learned what to look for. Learned about brokers and surveys. I’m interested in saving money so I can invest in the repairs and upgrades. Luckily I’m not that wet behind the ears, and won’t even making those mistakes, but yeah, if it looks pretty on the outside, you learn to really look on the inside and beneath.
I’m a widowed 60 year old granny, and don’t have much room for costly errors, I know cats are double the cost in upkeep, but like I said, I’m not 30 or 40, and only want to dish out for one boat.
I’m interested in watching your other videos. You’re a very cute couple and I know I’ll enjoy what you have to say, and surely will learn from your experiences 😍
You seem to be the kind of people we all want to be surrounded by when we make mistakes. Beautiful story, thanks for sharing!
Great Life Lessons. Thank you. Rico is smiling somewhere out there.
such a good man. We met Rico and Nancy on our first cruise. Immediate lifelong friends. So many adventures and laughs.
If your looking for a deal on a boat, look for the broken dream - Nick O'Kelly, 2019
Its a heap of shit
@@Crazy--Clown lol
@@Crazy--Clown Are you feeling angry and low...is it the pandemic....do you need to talk...?
@@Crazy--Clown Would you like a hug?
Love your candid style! All of us have done that but few will admit! I still remover looking at the frayed rope where it is normally tied to the boat just after I threw the anchor over!
Hey thanks! Lol! We were all noobs at some point! Appreciate the note!
Funny, funny, funny. I can relate so well with the three boats we have had. We’re now debating buying our fourth to retire on. I’ll keep this story in mind.
I feel like if you have fallen for it twice, you are bound to repeat it until you can't turn the wheel. Lol. I do feel like this time around or maybe half-way through boat three, I do finally have the right attitudes and abilities to at least not get in my own way. Hope we see you out here Stephen! And soon!
I want to do this with my wife and travel the world on a sail boat good luck and thx for the advice
Ah... good. Glad to hear we can pass on some of the lessons we learned.
Really good video guys. Thanks for sharing one of your stories.
Appreciate your appreciation! Thank you!
Wow so true in any preowned buying ! This just happened to my daughter in buying her 1st home .Now 2 years and $50,000 they are only able to live in part of their home. Thanks for sharing and opening the eyes to other new buyers⚓️
This kind of goes for everything..., not just boats. Years ago, I bought a 1989 Chevy Blazer that had been sitting in a field for about 7 years. I paid $1200 for it. I began a mild restoration. I replaced the engine and added chrome valve covers. chrome air cleaner, chrome oil pan, chrome timing chain cover, braided hoses etc. I replaced all the rubber around every window. I reupholstered the center console, door panels, back panels, new head liner, changed the dash color from orange to black, replaced hundreds of trim screws with stainless screws, replaced all the brakes and bearings, and u-joints. Replaced the tries and painted the rims. Installed a new push bar and off road lights etc etc etc. Mechanically, it was almost brand new. All I had left was to replace the carpet, reupholster the seats, and paint it. I put it on a sales lot when I moved out of that state. The engine only had 12,000 miles on it and cost me just under $2000 if I include all the bling. It sat on that car lot for 9 months. I finally sold it, for $1500. I'll bet, if I had painted it, replaced the carpet, and threw on some nice seat covers and new tires, I would have gotten more. Only a mechanic would have appreciated all the work I had done.
Very helpful and I love your popcorn recipe. 💖
Just had some. Pure satisfaction. Thanks for the note!
Ironic that you decided against the Gemini even though Megan's intuition said buy it. Many of us have that unexpressed fear that catamarans are not as seaworthy, but the increased space, speed and comfort make catamarans the logical choice. Geminis are the only boat I am interested in, not that they do anything especially well, just that they have so few real shortcomings - a perfect compromise.
Good choice. Should have listened to Megan!
I'm about your age. (I'm 46.) We've been married ~27 years. I had to learn the HARD way TO trust her intuition & HOW to trust it.
Used car dealers still deliver cars still wet...from being washed. All cars look better wet.
Your candor is refreshing, this being the first time I’ve visited, and I enjoyed the video and self deprecating humor immensely.
Back once again on this one after a few years - such a good video! Love the story telling!
Good move getting a WM job for the pro deal discount, % off wholesale is sweet.
We really, really, really enjoyed the video 😁, Thnks for sharing!
That's awesome. Thank you!
What an awesome story. You have a real talent for story telling. I laughed so hard! Thanks 😊
It's amazing how we can laugh at our past mistakes we make in life... LOL
oh there have been so many... lol! Some I can't yet admit to. LOL