Did We Sell The WRONG NARROWBOAT? What We REALLY Think Looking Back...

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2024

Комментарии • 187

  • @BenandEmily
    @BenandEmily  4 часа назад +9

    🎼 Check out Benny's music here!
    Follow this link to discover his music, youtube, instagram, gigs and other happenings! linktr.ee/BennyJones
    🚐 If you would like to have a look at BaseVan you can find them here- www.basevan.com/

    • @ColJohnstone
      @ColJohnstone Час назад

      I can hear influences of early Pink Floyd/Kinks!😎👍

  • @heidimacarthur7205
    @heidimacarthur7205 3 часа назад +6

    It’s nice to hear that you are both van people from your life before you posted about your narrowboat. You do you! Whatever makes you happy is important. Don’t worry what others may say. You two were so funny looking at that big, big van. You got so excited about it. Sweet little cat. You got your cat fix in. The shower looked awesome. Looking forward to seeing your adventures in Spain and Portugal. Cheers!

  • @trebless71
    @trebless71 5 часов назад +23

    You do you, never mind other opinions. I admire your adventurous natures.

  • @beauthestdane
    @beauthestdane 4 часа назад +10

    Do what works best for you, have fun, live life.

  • @annprout6255
    @annprout6255 3 часа назад +5

    Oh so exciting you both wonderfully crazy and I love that we can travel with you are such good company 😊😊 💜💜

  • @shirleygreaves9650
    @shirleygreaves9650 Час назад +1

    It’s your life do as you want! Enjoy your trip, Southern Spain is still warm, we are heading for the Mar Menor on Dec 3rd and the weather forecast is for 20+in the day, dropping to single figures overnight. We have spent a lot of winters there and there may be wet times but then it warms up again and we were eating Christmas dinner outside in 2019! X

  • @kjh789az
    @kjh789az 4 часа назад +3

    Great news! Rambler is ideal because you've made it to suit your needs. A full size narrow boat is just a result of most old, old canal boats being that long to carry cargo. The actual living section was tiny and smaller than Rambler, so ....have fun!

  • @sammierobinson9226
    @sammierobinson9226 4 часа назад +4

    I say do what ever you like. Its your life, live it your way. No need to apologize. I love watching you two.

  • @chrissyb7916
    @chrissyb7916 4 часа назад +3

    I love your spirit and kindness. Although I know for myself I cant do the lifestyle you have, I really enjoy seeing it. MY needs are different than yours and that's not a problem. Variety is the spice of life and seeing other people live authentically is awesome.

  • @najken
    @najken 5 часов назад +6

    True blue travelers here on YT recently finished their conversion of their fire truck you looked at, awesome build series

  • @Linda-j2o
    @Linda-j2o 4 часа назад +5

    Do your life your way while you are young, kids.
    I love to watch your adventures!

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  4 часа назад

      Thanks so much for following along! 🤗

    • @nesanesa9547
      @nesanesa9547 3 часа назад

      80 yo.Agree however save some energy for
      Later on ❤😂😂

  • @Bozthecat
    @Bozthecat 3 часа назад +1

    I love that you guys know yourselves and what’s best for you. I’m looking forward to seeing your vantastic adventures.

  • @racebanning6390
    @racebanning6390 2 часа назад +1

    Flyin south for winter👍👍, glad the van is sorted, Happy travels🙏🙏🙏Be blessed. That Farm campspot was Kool.

  • @JaneDoe-bo9tz
    @JaneDoe-bo9tz 4 часа назад +3

    Love Saturdays and you two ❤

  • @joannesutherland
    @joannesutherland Час назад

    You two are such lovely sweet young kids. I could watch your videos for hours. I think any choice you make is fabulous for your life goals.
    You’re such a delightful pair. Xxx

  • @sallyannlidtka7290
    @sallyannlidtka7290 3 часа назад +1

    It's so sweet to see how excited and relaxed you both are😊

  • @Mariek76PTC
    @Mariek76PTC 5 часов назад +13

    Portugal and Spain for Christmas sounds amazing. Can't wait to see what you get up to. Christmas baked goods in every town on route! 👏🏻

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  4 часа назад +2

      Absolutely!! 😋

    • @sianwarwick633
      @sianwarwick633 2 часа назад +1

      I want you to eat bread and spinach and bean soup. And minestrone soup. And home made ravioli, gnocchi etc etc

    • @mrmoe66
      @mrmoe66 Час назад

      Now I want that!

  • @colettemccoy2921
    @colettemccoy2921 5 часов назад +5

    Watching for the further adventures of Bemily ❤ 😎🇨🇦✌️😊🤞

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  4 часа назад

      Thanks! 🥰

    • @colettemccoy2921
      @colettemccoy2921 4 часа назад

      @ like the saying goes keep on keeping on you crazy youths 😂

  • @MelG-ut3hs
    @MelG-ut3hs 4 часа назад +1

    It was great looking at those amazing vehicles. Going to Spain and Portugal is such a wonderful plan. Can't wait to travel with you.

  • @morgidvmw0mdv
    @morgidvmw0mdv 57 минут назад

    A Green Goddess. Many many years ago when I joined the Fire Service as a part time Fireman, we had a Green Goddess at our Fire Station, It was part of the AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service) which had been disbanded just before I joined. Our main pump was a Dennis, we also had a Landover and a trailer pump. Ahhh Fond Memories.

  • @davidcook6420
    @davidcook6420 Час назад

    Always a great clip. It's your journey not ours. I truly enjoy riding along with you two. I look forward to seeing you again on your journey. Hope to see you soon. Cheers

  • @NeilBarratt
    @NeilBarratt 3 часа назад +1

    The red truck is a Steyr Puch Pinzgauer.. Pretty well unstoppable off road.

  • @yureituesday
    @yureituesday 2 часа назад +1

    This is great I’m excited for you!

  • @somethingelse4204
    @somethingelse4204 Час назад +1

    My auntie owned a laundromat for like 15 years? And she had the most brutal routine, but she kept the shop in tip top shape. Every night when she closed, she washed out all of the machines and sanitized them. Swept, mopped, made sure all the change machines had change. Topped up the vending machines. Hearing about those abused washing machines made me think of her. I think she would have loved to have vanlife people popping in and using her shop.

  • @nunfern
    @nunfern 5 часов назад +2

    Great! Waiting for you in the south of Portugal!

  • @janegriffith2369
    @janegriffith2369 23 минуты назад

    Great video recognised that you went past the outskirts of Ashborne we stayed not far from there in our touring caravan a couple of years ago. Looking forward to seeing your next adventures in Cornwall

  • @Chadsstickystuffakaglue
    @Chadsstickystuffakaglue 2 часа назад +1

    Life is a adventure so slow down an take it easy. Where not living for anyone but are selfs. Well done ben an Emily to your next adventure.

  • @susannahwhitaker994
    @susannahwhitaker994 2 часа назад

    I just love spending time with you both, take care and stay being you 🤗

  • @carole3734
    @carole3734 3 часа назад +1

    You always make things work for you, and that's what matters! That campsite looked lovely....and the wee cat made him or herself really at home with you!....I almost feel your van or Rambler might be ready for a furry friend...??( And that's no disrespect to Alan, as it just wasn't the place for her to be at her time of life.
    Enjoy your travels....here's to more pastries and interesting paths!😊

  • @Daytona2
    @Daytona2 4 часа назад +1

    Google says the fire engine is a 1999 Pinzgauer Steyr Puch, 6 Wheel Drive. There's a whole world of East European retro wonderfulness - dunno how much has been bought over here by the traveller community ...actually it looks like it may have been made under licence ...in Guildford 🤔
    I love cats too, I had a visiting black one on my lap earlier 😊
    Going south sounds sensible.

  • @facelikedog
    @facelikedog 3 часа назад +7

    I'm happy just watching happy interesting people do their happy thing. Happy happy happy as they say.

  • @karenjaques3937
    @karenjaques3937 2 часа назад

    ❤ 😊❤😮 Thanks for sharing your wonderful new journey. Free Spirits are priceless. Keep your hearts above those who don't understand. Lots of ❤ from Arizona USA. ❤

  • @CarolWhite-il7ki
    @CarolWhite-il7ki 4 часа назад +1

    Thankyou enjoyed it as I userly do take care

  • @johnriches466
    @johnriches466 5 часов назад +2

    great van/lorry, that could be your home from home Winnebago at your gigs , you superstar!!

  • @sianwarwick633
    @sianwarwick633 3 часа назад

    It's all good - you have plans... 😊. It's okay. That camp spot looks really great.

  • @dfree1here
    @dfree1here 4 часа назад

    I always support your authenticity! People never understand my choices either❣️Love you guys♥️♥️♥️

  • @sallysmith155
    @sallysmith155 4 часа назад +1

    I really enjoyed the video as always. It was nice to see all the different vans,/ lorry. Enjoy your time in Cornwall and I live in Cornwall a place called Falmouth. 😊😊

  • @cherylniemi553
    @cherylniemi553 2 часа назад

    Thinking about the bigger vans means higher gas/diesel litres/km. One nomad from Alaska has an American ambulance (Chevrolet I believe) and only gets 5-6 miles/gallon, which is atrocious if one is doing long distance travelling. However, I can see the many advantages of an ambulance. Also, I think once you have customized Rambler, i.e., the bed space, it will suit very well, especially when the weather is warmer and you spend more time outside. Happy trails!🥰✝️🇨🇦

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  Час назад

      Oh wow that is bad! Ours does about 34mpg so very different to that one! Thanks so much for watching 😊

  • @mariaetheridge8343
    @mariaetheridge8343 2 часа назад

    You know what you want and where you want to go - basta with the rest! Have fun while you can. Nice music, Bentangle!

  • @ianturvey3894
    @ianturvey3894 3 часа назад

    Good for you both. You’ve made a good decision. Do the things you want to do while you can. And yes, cats are in charge. That’s what my cat, Izzy, is always trying to tell me 😆.

  • @GaryPearson-f3z
    @GaryPearson-f3z 4 часа назад

    Thanks for the video guys, another great one. May well look up basevan in the future, they seem excellent. We always use an inside launderette as they stipulate ‘no horse rugs’ looking forward to your winter adventures. Take care.

  • @rodcharlton1889
    @rodcharlton1889 3 часа назад +1

    That cat was wonderful... the next best thing to actually having a pet cat is being visited by a cat that enjoys your company. That cat obviously knew a good thing when she saw it. You also forgot to mention Base Van has their own RUclips channel.

  • @grendel_nz
    @grendel_nz 5 часов назад +2

    Yay! Excellent plan 🎉

  • @kathyhays9819
    @kathyhays9819 5 часов назад +1

    I think you made the right choice. Glad you are going to be able to travel on land. You guys rock !!!!!

  • @darlenemiller847
    @darlenemiller847 4 часа назад

    LOVE YOU EMILY AND BEN!💐
    LOVE THE MUSIC AND THE GREAT VIDEO!
    PEACE AND BLESSINGS 🙏

  • @dawnrodriguez6280
    @dawnrodriguez6280 2 часа назад

    What I love about you too, you are creative, adventurous, just awesome couple!!! ❤❤

  • @sharonminihane5205
    @sharonminihane5205 4 часа назад

    Love your videos shows the good and bad. Coming to my neck of the woods as I live in Cornwall.

  • @markchamberlain6879
    @markchamberlain6879 5 часов назад +1

    What make and where did Ben get his jacket ? Would realy like one like that . Good video as allways . Big love you two

  • @nigelmansfield3011
    @nigelmansfield3011 2 часа назад

    Enjoy your new adventures but I will miss your narrow boat journeys.

  • @chrisflint7317spiderandson
    @chrisflint7317spiderandson 4 часа назад

    Congratulations Emily for passing your big truck test I am proud of you for doing it happy travelling from Chris and Ben

  • @davidbell4755
    @davidbell4755 2 часа назад

    Well as you can guess I loved the bigger vehicles at base van. I've often wondered how one could fit out a green goddess.
    The police truck was ace.. but I'd want to carpet the walls... Get a bus!! Even a sprinter if there's no Varios.
    A vario if possible.. then you can run on veg oil when diesel dries up.....
    Looking forward to seeing you in Spain. Love, Yo'Papa. Xx

    • @davidbell4755
      @davidbell4755 2 часа назад

      P.s. Benny is looking more and more like Cat Stevens.

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  Час назад

      Thanks Papa, maybe a bus! Who knows! Thought you would like the big truck 🤪

  • @johnogan2386
    @johnogan2386 Минуту назад

    That ambulance one you looked at was so long and that would be perfect for you could live you could actually just live in it

  • @nnelgish
    @nnelgish 2 часа назад

    Came for the narrowboat but will continue to follow you wherever and however you travel!

  • @marciamacías-v5y
    @marciamacías-v5y 3 часа назад

    good news about your trip to Spain ,here in catalunya its currently 21 c and forecast to have springlike weather from tomorrow, crazy ,meanwhile its snowing on the dorset coast. all the best jon

  • @pandrew3146
    @pandrew3146 4 часа назад

    Great video 😂all the best for a fabulous trip...blessings 😊

  • @user-hq1cm8vg9l
    @user-hq1cm8vg9l Час назад

    how cool growing up in van life...would be great to hear more about it @BenandEmily‬

  • @dorothygillstrap7549
    @dorothygillstrap7549 4 часа назад

    I am so excited about Spain and Portugal! I want to visit one day and Portugal has been on my list since I saw an imagine of Poto. Can’t wait to see your adventures.

  • @bimbledwadle
    @bimbledwadle 4 часа назад

    Bravery, Excitement and Adventure is a wonderful thing to enjoy in one’s life. Go for it. You didn’t sell the wrong boat, you were divinely guided towards a new mission. Have the best time. 🎉🎉

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  4 часа назад

      Love how you put this, thank you 🥰

  • @PembsPreppers
    @PembsPreppers 2 часа назад

    We've literally just got a camper and have booked the ferry to Santander next year. We were also debating whether to go to Portugal and what route to take! We'll be watching eagerly to see you both paving the way!

  • @gavinfinlayson485
    @gavinfinlayson485 4 часа назад

    Another brilliant vlog, you two are delightful. Been spoilt this past week with Ben Tangle upload as well ❤

  • @Anita-gp1gv
    @Anita-gp1gv 4 часа назад

    I think you have done the right thing keeping Rambler you use need to adapt the bed so it’s comfortable enough for the two of you . Enjoy your travels ! The other one was hard work and a big responsibility.

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  4 часа назад

      That's exactly it! We feel a lot lighter now! Thanks so much for watching! 😊

  • @rogermcd9918
    @rogermcd9918 Час назад

    Love you guys ❤

  • @laurensmith485
    @laurensmith485 3 часа назад

    Can’t wait for your travel vids!

  • @bindatek8801
    @bindatek8801 3 часа назад +1

    Unfurl your ELECTRIC lead before plugging it in. If it has any nicks in it, or somebody has driven over it on a site, there might be damage to the outer casing of the cable....You are toast!! You also NEED a 20amp breaker fitted in circuit close to the socket block.

  • @buddhaburst6260
    @buddhaburst6260 2 часа назад

    I really enjoyed this episode ! 👏🏽🙏🏽💯 Stay safe ! See you soon

  • @ysannejohnson2374
    @ysannejohnson2374 Час назад

    I've loved you both since I fell down the rabbit hole and found you ❤❤
    It was sooo funny Emily you calling that tank of a fire truck sweet 😂
    Carry on being yourselves
    🤗😘🤗😘

  • @veronicabalfourpaul2288
    @veronicabalfourpaul2288 3 часа назад

    Ooh love basevan! If you come to Sout Portugal come and visit me!

  • @leonietaylor4227
    @leonietaylor4227 5 часов назад +2

    Heehee,those cats prob live there,and go thru same cheeky procederé with everyone,s vans😂😂

  • @lillabean3872
    @lillabean3872 3 часа назад

    This is my second time I have watched your channel, I already subscribed! You two have a very interesting life. Do as you please, pay no attention to others.🙂

  • @k9nick
    @k9nick 2 часа назад +1

    Is camping as easy as it was?
    I understood a lot of places say no campers now.??
    Liked and dinged

  • @rayhardy9963
    @rayhardy9963 2 часа назад

    Hi I wonder if you get time to watch Road to off grid,they brought an old horse van and have a renovation project ongoing.

  • @yvonnebailey9973
    @yvonnebailey9973 4 часа назад

    Great vlog guys. Bigger vans/trucks would be difficult to park. Some places have height restrictions. It will be great following your adventures in Portugal and/or Spain. Enjoy your adventure to Cornwall.
    Take care and stay safe 😊

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  4 часа назад +1

      Yes, its very true and we need to think about the parking aspect A LOT! heheh, thanks so much for watching! 🥰

  • @sandrakent8049
    @sandrakent8049 4 часа назад

    Amazing good luck!X safe travels!

  • @nanaporteous4652
    @nanaporteous4652 5 часов назад +1

    Good on you. You do you

  • @sophiematthewman1770
    @sophiematthewman1770 Час назад

    I’m sure one day I’ll be visiting base van! It’s got such a cool collection there.
    How much please did you say you have to pay for your winter mooring for a rambler??

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  Час назад

      They have so many great vans there! I think its £250 for 4 months for the mooring! 😀

  • @terriedelph3721
    @terriedelph3721 4 часа назад

    Love you guys

  • @scottlomas5509
    @scottlomas5509 4 часа назад

    Road trip videos nice one guys 😊

  • @kathyhays9819
    @kathyhays9819 4 часа назад

    I always enjoy. Next time

  • @johnmccrae1102
    @johnmccrae1102 Час назад

    Again I take my comments back.This is so interesting.xx

  • @jpaulrice
    @jpaulrice 4 часа назад +1

    By my calculations for your mooring $2.60 a day US. Not bad to have the freedom to travel. Enjoy looking forward to the trip.

  • @sparsh415
    @sparsh415 16 минут назад

    Hi guys , i`m a class C tipper driver and drive around in a 32 tonner all week. I just wanted to let you know (before you get tempted to get a larger truck) that it costs the company approx. £2 a mile to run a vehicle that size. Other things that work against you are you stand out like a sore thumb if you park up in residential roads and as you know people dont like it + access can be greatly restricted once you leave the main roads. I personally would keep Ronnie but would have an awny made to create more space in the warmer months/climate.

  • @wilbearworks
    @wilbearworks 4 часа назад

    Two questions, Have you thought about a 'Land Rover' type, roof tent for the boat, making sleeping easier and what's that note on the steering wheel? Keep them coming. Go well.

  • @jameslenahan580
    @jameslenahan580 4 часа назад

    Live your life ❤❤❤

  • @Richoffroad
    @Richoffroad 4 часа назад

    It’s worth getting a European two pin adapter for your hookup lead as some Aires have two pin plugs. You’re in for treat, Portugal is stunning and it was 21c here today 😊 I’m at an amazing campsite called Markádia which is worth looking at if you’re in the area.

  • @richardbroom4324
    @richardbroom4324 4 часа назад

    "That's where the biscuits live..." priorities right there 😂

  • @cgp1442
    @cgp1442 4 часа назад

    I can definitely see you in the bigger van 😊

  • @davidgormley4419
    @davidgormley4419 3 часа назад

    There is a couple on RUclips that I’m afraid I forget their channel but are converting the very same fire truck you just looked at.

  • @ilikecustard
    @ilikecustard 3 часа назад

    Love the Steve Zissou beanie :)

  • @sophiematthewman1770
    @sophiematthewman1770 Час назад

    Does that mean for that price when you’re away it’s in a secure marina too, or just it’s a fixed mooring so you can have peace of mind that your allowed to keep it there and not have to move it every 2 weeks like usual.

  • @4windrush
    @4windrush 2 часа назад

    Yes, I think you have

  • @pattichambley2779
    @pattichambley2779 4 часа назад

    You can get small rv washer and dryers

  • @colincox3324
    @colincox3324 2 часа назад

    Had just been looking at basevans before watching your video and was wondering if an ambulance might be a good vehicle to choose for conversion. You made a comment which makes me wonder if it is such a good idea. In hindsight would you have gone for an ambulance or would a panel van be better. By the way, if you want to see a really good channel where they converted the fire truck you saw check out true blue. Many thanks for another great video. I also did wonder if you sold the wrong boat!

    • @BenandEmily
      @BenandEmily  Час назад +1

      Hello! We absolutely love our ambulance and very happy with it, so glad we didn't go with a panel van. The fact it is already insulated, has windows, skylight, heating and a load of storage meant the build was very easy and we were able to do it quickly too! Thanks, we've just checked True Blue out, very cool truck! 😊

  • @neilchilds7555
    @neilchilds7555 3 часа назад +1

    You should buy that truck now you have a c1

  • @janicecameron3688
    @janicecameron3688 4 часа назад

    Follow your heart❤❤❤❤❤

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204
    @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 5 часов назад

    good see vlog out on travels will good see you go on travels thanks lee

  • @catherine999
    @catherine999 3 часа назад

    I’m in Buxton Derbyshire tonight 😃

  • @pattichambley2779
    @pattichambley2779 4 часа назад +1

    Cute cat

  • @jozsefmolnar6873
    @jozsefmolnar6873 3 часа назад +1

    Well, looks like you have a new cat, she is just snooping around. Just call it SNOOPY.

  • @kevinthebespectacledpilgrim
    @kevinthebespectacledpilgrim 2 часа назад +1

    Emily’s looking brighter don’t you think?

  • @carlapierle8623
    @carlapierle8623 3 часа назад

    Interesting that you have outdoor laundromats!