Hi guys don't know if you follow Sampson Boat Company on you tube he's re-building an old wooden boat in Port Talbot in the US he was looking for a new Tender also and has bought one from a boat builder in Port Talbot it's an 11ft sailing/row boat it has a small removable mast the boat splits in half in less than one minute and you can turn the stern around and fit it inside the front of the boat it only weighs about 90 pounds and would fit in the back of a wagon check it out it is his most recent video. He is a professional sailor and it impressed him both as a row boat and small sailing dingy.
One big reason to go with OC Tenders, the people behind it, owners and crew (employees). They made a great impression on this viewer. (Plus they make the best looking tender too).
I think I remember you mentioning a trip to Svalbard. If I'm wrong I apologize. I've been watching a RUclips channel "Cecelia Blomdahl". She and her partner live there, and the photography is beautiful. I would recommend if you aren't already a subscriber. BTW, love your channel.
@@popsoldboats3406 Sorry, but that's "old" thinking. I mean, I get the fear and it's human nature. But people will steal it, faster than ever in this day and age, some are already - though it could be said to be "inspired". Let me elaborate. Nothing he is doing hasn't been done before. Except, in this package. Resin infusion, not new. The eyelets, not new. Sailing tender, not new. Lightweight by way of optimizing layup, not new. Delta pad, decades old. Narrowish waterline with sudden increase about it for stability and spray deflection, not new. The wrap around wide rub rail, perhaps new, not sure. What's new is putting it all together in a tender package. And someone can and will copy it. The way to stay ahead is to keep making the superior product, keep improving on it. This he knows, I can tell by how he insists he is still an R&D shop, still in motion, still chasing a dream of making it better and more versatile. Add that with a bit of brand loyalty, of customers being willing to pay to honor the original brand he will be just fine:)
Used for mixing a toxic epoxy resin. Do you have any idea what is in the West System for chemicals. Well let me assure you it is not an environmentally friendly product. How is it made where is it made? Ask the Wynn's what it smelt like in there. As a side note I use the product, I am concerned about the environment but I do not claim to be something that I am not. That is call hypocrisy. One thing I know for sure I wont be getting any cute little heart beside my comment.
The Wynns have never claimed that the dinghy or the HH will be "environmentally friendly." What they are pushing toward is better and more sustainable products. The goal is and always has been how to leave less of a footprint on the planet, because we all leave footprints. A rigid inflatable dinghy has a limited lifespan, so you might need to buy several of them over the course of a circumnavigation. The OC should have a lifespan measured in decades. So while neither tender is built "guilt free", the OC was built conscientiously and does have a reduced environmental footprint simply because of its longevity. The same with the HH: no, it's not made from recycled seashells and held together with naturally harvested oyster glue, but it *will* allow them to live and cruise with very limited consumption of fossil fuels. And supporting and promoting more sustainable products will have a ripple effect to other consumers. Better, not perfect! Curious Minion P.S. Please note that you did indeed get a cute little heart.
18:02 and 19:26 How cool to see La Vagabonde's dinghy for the new trimaran in process. It's apparently a carbon-fiber version of the the sailing dinghy. Shown to be delivered to Vietnam. Fun tour!
That dog at 1:08 stole the show! Crafting the perfect boat (even a small one), is no easy task. But teamwork makes the dream work. We appreciate Russell for showing us around and the whole process. He has a great facility, and the garden is a nice touch. Definitely helps soothe the mind and removes the stress part. Calmness is the cradle of power.
I've been watching you two since your early days RVing and I've got to say, this was one of my favorite videos yet. I'm an RVer who took is family (4 kids, wife and 2 dogs) around the country for 22 months when I retired from the military. My youngest (32 now) son's dream is to sail much in the manner that you do, so when you transitioned to sailing I became very interested in learning through you and others (like La Vagabond, Sailing Zatara, Tula's Endless Summer, and The O'Kelly's) about sailing so that I could talk intelligently about my son's dream (and maybe some day go sailing with him). This tender seems to be a perfect match for you, and married to an electric motor you'd have the best of both worlds. The mere fact that you can repair everything on it, and have the security of bot sailing (for fun), and rowing if need be is a game changer. Hope I see this on the davits of your new boat.
🤗 we have always considered ourselves an adventure travel channel. Especially because we didn’t start off in a sailboat. So very happy to hear you are enjoying the non sailing episodes too!
@@tomcraddock244 It is fascinating to see they have all picked different vessels, and to see the difference. Ruby Rose and The Wynns seem most similar. The Vagabond is going to be interesting as a trimaran. Then you have RAN who are going to DIY build RAN3!! This, doesn't even consider Acron To Arabella, The Samoson Boat Company Magic Carpet (who have now get sailing again).
@@DrRusty5 there are a lot looking! OKellys,Sailing Soulians,Tulas endless summer(killing it on their trawler remodel!)Distant shores aluminum hull is done,MJ sailing are hard at it on their cat. So many sides to the sailing life!!
I love your channel and how you keep evolving as your life changes is great. As someone who has spent a good majority of his life on the water and owned many different types of boats, I really envy the life you’ve chosen to lead. Also, I’ve read a lot of the comments on here and to the sad little people that can only give negative comments, why don’t you take a look at your own life and figure out what makes you so miserable and then change it!
OMG!! Finally a tender that isn't a stupid inflatable. They are the most useless thing if you need to move bikes, food or fuel. No space between the pontoons. I have been looking at the small Boston Whalers, but very heavy. Now I know what I'm putting on the back of my 47 foot boat. Thank You!!
Gotta say, Russell has a nice deck right there 😉And if that place becomes even more of a swamp, perhaps Shrek might move in! While there are places that do a whole thing for afternoon tea in the US, it's still not that common because at the end of the day, the US is a coffee country. This is due to the Revolutionary War where tea became a symbol of British rule. Tea and coffee were equally popular in the thirteen colonies during the 18th century, but the revolution tilted the balance.
The Aussies do a tea time, not to be confused with the early evening tea (aka dinner). While some Aussies do say tea, most actually just say a cuppa. Like asking would you like a tea or would you like a cuppa. Because regardless which term they use, quite a few of them if not most actually drink coffee instead of tea. So if you reply yes, they will then ask which one you want, tea or coffee. It is very common for Aussies to drop by for a cuppa and a short visit out of the blue. Aussies like to think of themselves as coffee connoisseur, even though they have limited selection of types. And are just as happy drinking freeze dried at home.
My record for sailing naked was on a Nacra 6.0 for about 3 hours. Three weeks is a challenge that I need to beat! Now it's turned into a competition :)
What incredible people Russ & Karin are. Hats off to your researchers, producers, directors, camera people infact all your backroom assistants that find these subjects for such interesting videos, I hope they are on good salaries for the work they do! Seriously Russ is so modest and honest that even though I have no need for a Dingy at the moment I'd still love to support this company and the only way I can do that is to share this video. Thank you Wynns for such lovely content! Stay Safe & Fair Winds!!
An especially nice episode! There are many "behind the scenes" videos, but this place is special. Interesting to see how a small company can create some leading product. And in comparison to the "big" boat builders, how nice it is, if you can move any piece with at maximum 2 people :)
This starts out like a dream, no A Idea. Then a Man runs around naked draws a few pictures of a boat cuts all pcs up and the next morning, this is what you get.. I like this guy not afraid to work, his help looks like he treats em well and end produce is fantastic. I would buy one.
As an NZer we were delighted that you visited us and please come back anytime. I felt we have so much in common and we know exactly what and why you are sailing this planet - all the very best from New Zealand.
Those tenders are amazing, I love sailing dinghies…and to know that the company is owned by a fellow naturist makes me really happy. One day I will buy one, thank you.
Kia Ora Team Wynns, it has been wonderful having you two here in NZ, you have done a fantastic job of showcasing my little country, many, many thanks. The very best of luck with your new boat and future adventures! I would just like to recommend two things to you from my 40 years of sailing cruising cats, dagger boards and a cutter rig. Rog
Very interesting video as usual. I’m so glad you got things worked out with Instagram. Blows my mind that unless you know someone who knows someone, there is no one to talk to.
Although we aren't boat people, my husband and I enjoy have been watching your videos every week, for the past year and a half. We love how you include your audience in your adventures. We would love to share with you some things to seek out when you go to Cebu/ the Philippines. Although you will not be on the Large Island Luzon long... maybe just to fly into Manila, we do encourage you to spend sometime exploring. Take some time to visit places of history. Subic Bay in Olongopo City use to be where the Navel Base was. Then Clark AB in Angeles City, both were America's Life line to WWII, Korean & Vietnam Wars. Also Camp O'Donnell which was part of the trail of the Bataan March during WWII. There is a monument there in memory of those who where in prisoned as well as passed there. Camp O'Donnell became a barracks to house members of the USAF as well as other military branches. It was a Radar Site for the USAF when we were stationed at Clark AB in the '80s (when Marcos Sr was over thrown). There is also Baguio City and Camp John Hay (also part of the Bataan March). It is important to experience the Local cuisine. (Except Balut, you don't want to go there) soda or water have served in a plastic bag with straw. (I use to be able to tell how many soda's a day my husband had, by the rings on his T-Shirt.) A must taste is the barbecued bananas on a stick. Chicken Adobo, Pancit, and a few other dishes as well. Also try Rambutan fruit and Leeches fruit. Watermelon seeds too. A must with your boat is a visit to The 100 Islands. Enjoy your time in the PI and Please take time to experience its culture. Be careful of the Two Step Viper, Brown Recluse and the X Spider. the Rice Beetle...can be the size of 4 inches. There are also Cobra's and Pythons so FYI. Sorry to invade your comments. Just wanted to share some areas that might be of interest to you, after you visit and collect your new home. Enjoy and hope this was helpful. Can't wait to see video from your exploration of the Philippines!!! Thank You for sharing your life with the world!
I just love Russ an his Wife whole crew.. He's got an amazing attitude... As we Kno attitude in life as well as integrity an character... Russ has it in spades 😊! I really had a super time ! Guy's I am beyond excited for you 2 ta get your vessel an move in .You both deserve it! Next weekend is Annapolis boat show. I don't kno if you two kids will be there..No matter I'll see ya Sunday!✌🏼💗😊❣️
Having watched you two from those very early days heading up to Alaska we have to says thanks for all of your videos which have give us so much pleasure. I’m so glad you made it down to our neck of the woods. Hopefully we Kiwis made you feel welcome from the big smoke to the small farms and everywhere in between. There is nothing quite like the sights and smells of a wool shed eh? 😁 Take care and safe travels. Russell, Lesley and our kids, Nicky and Jason. ❤️
He is a character and a flirt. Great salesman cause of the product he producers. Awesome episode. And yes morning tea and afternoon tea should be a workplace requirement in all countries not just Commonwealth ones.
I don't even own a boat and I want one of these... for a lack of a better word(s), holy sh**! Russ is a brilliant genius. Love you Wynns, thanks for sharing his obsession.
Y’all pulled it off again! A “no boat” sailing video!! Thanks for such a great behind the scenes look at a really nice couple that are working their dream and making quality product. I’ll bet they see an increased interest in their product now! Love your continuous great enthusiasm in everything ❤. Safe travels, stay healthy ⛵️
Good on ya Nikki for saying “we” clicked the suspicious IG email link. Sharing that bullet with Jason, who we all know actually clicked on that link haha. Love your videos and can’t wait to see you out sailing again!
Yes, but it happens, and it's those freaky coincidences that get you. We had a car club meeting, and the next week I had an email from our club historian/photographer saying "Here are some pictures from last week" - except it wasn't FROM the club historian it was forwarded by another address from him second-hand... but I clicked the link. I then spent the next week trying to put stuff back in place and warn people not to fall for similar crap if it came up from my account, and so on. It's easy done. I just wish there was more sign of our phenomenal tenchno-capability tracking this stuff down and roasting the balls off the perpetrators.
Super informative video. I love Russ...he's so cool, clever and funny. He and his crew are incredible. I especially love the attention to detail, pride in their work and turning out an outstanding, reliable product that's built to last. Makes me wish I were a nautical person just so I could buy one of his boats.
I appreciate that you took the time to actually explain what a VPN is good for and what the limitations are. So many RUclipsrs have done sponsorship deals with VPN providers, and they really oversell how much protection it offers. A VPN is very useful for some things, but it's not a one-stop security solution.
Having joined during the RV days, and now onto the second boat I'm super thankful. A few years ago my wife and I decided to build out a sprinter van, did that for 2 years following my job. Van is now for sale, with boat life in the near future. While we won't be able to take off into the blue, (dang job) we are following in the same general path of the Wynn's. Luckily I only work half the year, 3 weeks on 3 off, so we will be able spend a good amount of time learning boat life. I will someday, somehow, be the maniac you see anchored next to you, having finally reached our decade plus dream. I bring good wine and bourbon. ;) Fair winds and thanks for making these videos
Completely fascinating!! (and I'm not even talking about the SAIL NAKED part!) What an amazing business...I wish all businesses could be run the way that Russ cares about everything. So impressive. I wonder if @LaVagabond caught sight of their new baby??
To anyone wondering about the material this Dinghy is made out of, keep in mind that it's a completely different use case. They built their boat to float, not deal with extreme pressures. In this use case, it's a perfectly valid material. The one point of concern is how carbon fiber handles collisions with other boats or rocks, but it's not as though other materials such as Steel haven't failed in that regard either.
Nikki and Jason, thanks so much for sharing this tour and opportunity to learn - so much to learn! This is a fantastic peek behind the curtain at the beating heart of an industry few of us ever get to see. And what a wonderful shop and owner and crew - nice.
Am glad you enjoyed our country, Thanks for the great tours you shared with us all. Bon Voyage - Safe Flight, See you here again back in the U. S. of A. 😊 Cheers from New Zealand. Am proud to be a kiwi. 🇳🇿
.... Ok! So it is a great, way past concept, Tender. What blew me away is how light it is . Now to get Zero Jet and sail on the same tender ..... laughing .... Yes Nikki as you said .. Why not! ... would seem to be the natural thing to do in my mind ..... thx for the tour .... as always .. never stop dreaming, just dream bigger .. have fun be safe, save our oceans .....
Nikki so nice in calm, so bad in rough. You have to test it in a windy sea. Just tow it in the rough and you will run away. It is to light. Cheers Cape Town
Howdy from the DFW area. I've thought several times Nikki had the Audrey Hepburn look, but today with the hair and the black dress you nailed it. Audrey Hepburn in "Breakfast at Tiffany's". Well done! Love your stuff and you and Jason. Great vid. All the best.
Come on Wynns', saw my name up on Russel's board in the vid and got my OC300 literally today, my mother ship is nowhere near built yet, but I couldn't be happier!
Always and enjoyable video from you two. And, what an awesome little company. I hope this is what you two land on. Already looking forward to next weeks video. See you both then! Be safe.
Safe travels back to the US! We were looking at a campground yesterday online and I clicked on the video for it. I was so surprised to to see you both doing the review when you were in your RV! I told the hubby “That’s who I have been watching for years!”
Really great to see behind the curtain so to speak and its really great to see someone prepared to show you their process. Awesome to see you explain the VPN stuff as well, as an IT guy i personally hate seeing everyone advertising the VPN stuff because they get sponsored but without understanding that it does nothing to help their security. Like you said it wont stop you clicking on an email that you shouldnt. Other than beig able to fake your location, which is good for safety as well as using netflix! - you might not want to advertise that you are in a certain location for example, however people also need to understand that using a VPN also reduces your bandwith and can reduce your speed significantly.
So great to see you both on your journey and all the decisions you have made that will benefit both depending on machine or weather and economically green for the environment. I started watching and following you both when entered the Pacific and most of all when you visited my family island 🏝 "Kenutu" you bought tears to my eyes because I grew up there as a kid and remembered my first boat was built from a coconut husk, the sailing was made of leaves and coconut stem and thing you put at the bottom to make the boat go straight was a sea shell...it sailed from Kenutu Island to Ofu Island, well enough of memories so good that you guys are back in the state but can't wait to see you guys sailing again. Good luck 👍 stay safe
Thanks for being honest about what a VPN does and explaining it well. I often see people believing VPN being a catch all for security and this belief is highly promoted by some RUclipsrs.
We’ve explored big catamaran factories and boutique yacht builders but today we’re getting an in-depth look at our first small boat workshop!
Hi guys don't know if you follow Sampson Boat Company on you tube he's re-building an old wooden boat in Port Talbot in the US he was looking for a new Tender also and has bought one from a boat builder in Port Talbot it's an 11ft sailing/row boat it has a small removable mast the boat splits in half in less than one minute and you can turn the stern around and fit it inside the front of the boat it only weighs about 90 pounds and would fit in the back of a wagon check it out it is his most recent video. He is a professional sailor and it impressed him both as a row boat and small sailing dingy.
One big reason to go with OC Tenders, the people behind it, owners and crew (employees). They made a great impression on this viewer. (Plus they make the best looking tender too).
@@denis9450 You mean Port Townsend; near Seattle, Washington.
What's the commonality between them all and other than size what's the biggest difference
I think I remember you mentioning a trip to Svalbard. If I'm wrong I apologize. I've been watching a RUclips channel "Cecelia Blomdahl". She and her partner live there, and the photography is beautiful. I would recommend if you aren't already a subscriber. BTW, love your channel.
Russ could have his own channel, what a character.
Seriously - there's a lot worse content out there doing well.
I couldn’t handle seeing him naked for 6 weeks 😆
Then everyone would be trying to steal his business.
@@popsoldboats3406 Sorry, but that's "old" thinking. I mean, I get the fear and it's human nature. But people will steal it, faster than ever in this day and age, some are already - though it could be said to be "inspired". Let me elaborate.
Nothing he is doing hasn't been done before. Except, in this package. Resin infusion, not new. The eyelets, not new. Sailing tender, not new. Lightweight by way of optimizing layup, not new. Delta pad, decades old. Narrowish waterline with sudden increase about it for stability and spray deflection, not new. The wrap around wide rub rail, perhaps new, not sure. What's new is putting it all together in a tender package. And someone can and will copy it.
The way to stay ahead is to keep making the superior product, keep improving on it. This he knows, I can tell by how he insists he is still an R&D shop, still in motion, still chasing a dream of making it better and more versatile. Add that with a bit of brand loyalty, of customers being willing to pay to honor the original brand he will be just fine:)
Who is better looking? Him? or Russel Crowe?
People from the town bringing cleaned cans and containers from trashcans for the epoxy is a brilliant example of recycling and reusesing
And community
Used for mixing a toxic epoxy resin. Do you have any idea what is in the West System for chemicals. Well let me assure you it is not an environmentally friendly product. How is it made where is it made? Ask the Wynn's what it smelt like in there.
As a side note I use the product, I am concerned about the environment but I do not claim to be something that I am not. That is call hypocrisy.
One thing I know for sure I wont be getting any cute little heart beside my comment.
@@schulzmj1 There has to be one idiot here, yes mate we know ok.
The Wynns have never claimed that the dinghy or the HH will be "environmentally friendly." What they are pushing toward is better and more sustainable products. The goal is and always has been how to leave less of a footprint on the planet, because we all leave footprints. A rigid inflatable dinghy has a limited lifespan, so you might need to buy several of them over the course of a circumnavigation. The OC should have a lifespan measured in decades. So while neither tender is built "guilt free", the OC was built conscientiously and does have a reduced environmental footprint simply because of its longevity. The same with the HH: no, it's not made from recycled seashells and held together with naturally harvested oyster glue, but it *will* allow them to live and cruise with very limited consumption of fossil fuels. And supporting and promoting more sustainable products will have a ripple effect to other consumers. Better, not perfect!
Curious Minion
P.S. Please note that you did indeed get a cute little heart.
My wife and I love your channel Nikki & Jason. I'm sorry I'm not very tactful.
18:02 and 19:26 How cool to see La Vagabonde's dinghy for the new trimaran in process. It's apparently a carbon-fiber version of the the sailing dinghy. Shown to be delivered to Vietnam. Fun tour!
First name, third column
No expense spared there.
Yeah i noticed that. Trippy
Secret Easter egg for those who also follow Sailing La Vagabond
With Russ being such a cool guy and having a fantastic product, I think this will have to be a tender on our boat.
I thought that last week after seeing their faces playing around on the boat.
Russ is a character. I love to support home grown businesses like that. Looks like he has an excellent shop.
That dog at 1:08 stole the show! Crafting the perfect boat (even a small one), is no easy task. But teamwork makes the dream work. We appreciate Russell for showing us around and the whole process. He has a great facility, and the garden is a nice touch. Definitely helps soothe the mind and removes the stress part. Calmness is the cradle of power.
Many thanks the Wynns for show casing our NZ lifestyle and business. Hope Russel can handle all the new orders.
Happy safe travels & adventures.
I've been watching you two since your early days RVing and I've got to say, this was one of my favorite videos yet. I'm an RVer who took is family (4 kids, wife and 2 dogs) around the country for 22 months when I retired from the military. My youngest (32 now) son's dream is to sail much in the manner that you do, so when you transitioned to sailing I became very interested in learning through you and others (like La Vagabond, Sailing Zatara, Tula's Endless Summer, and The O'Kelly's) about sailing so that I could talk intelligently about my son's dream (and maybe some day go sailing with him). This tender seems to be a perfect match for you, and married to an electric motor you'd have the best of both worlds. The mere fact that you can repair everything on it, and have the security of bot sailing (for fun), and rowing if need be is a game changer. Hope I see this on the davits of your new boat.
Nicely said Pete.
A sailing channel without a sailboat is no problem for you two!! your videos are always interesting and fun.well done❤️
Fair winds ⛵️
🤗 we have always considered ourselves an adventure travel channel. Especially because we didn’t start off in a sailboat. So very happy to hear you are enjoying the non sailing episodes too!
There are currently three other sailing channels, I can think of that now don't have a boat in the water (all in planning/production).
@@DrRusty5 I concur.their all putting out interesting videos too.
@@tomcraddock244 It is fascinating to see they have all picked different vessels, and to see the difference. Ruby Rose and The Wynns seem most similar. The Vagabond is going to be interesting as a trimaran. Then you have RAN who are going to DIY build RAN3!! This, doesn't even consider Acron To Arabella, The Samoson Boat Company Magic Carpet (who have now get sailing again).
@@DrRusty5 there are a lot looking!
OKellys,Sailing Soulians,Tulas endless summer(killing it on their trawler remodel!)Distant shores aluminum hull is done,MJ sailing are hard at it on their cat.
So many sides to the sailing life!!
Even without your own boat you guys are just brilliant, I wasn’t sure you could pull it off, thankyou for the entertainment and the education 👍😎👍
I love your channel and how you keep evolving as your life changes is great. As someone who has spent a good majority of his life on the water and owned many different types of boats, I really envy the life you’ve chosen to lead. Also, I’ve read a lot of the comments on here and to the sad little people that can only give negative comments, why don’t you take a look at your own life and figure out what makes you so miserable and then change it!
OMG!! Finally a tender that isn't a stupid inflatable. They are the most useless thing if you need to move bikes, food or fuel. No space between the pontoons. I have been looking at the small Boston Whalers, but very heavy. Now I know what I'm putting on the back of my 47 foot boat. Thank You!!
Wish you guys had stayed back in New Zealand a little longer to make more films like this. 22 minutes felt like 5 😍
OC so far seems to be the best choice for the small sailboat things are evolving nicely for you two!
Gotta say, Russell has a nice deck right there 😉And if that place becomes even more of a swamp, perhaps Shrek might move in! While there are places that do a whole thing for afternoon tea in the US, it's still not that common because at the end of the day, the US is a coffee country. This is due to the Revolutionary War where tea became a symbol of British rule. Tea and coffee were equally popular in the thirteen colonies during the 18th century, but the revolution tilted the balance.
The Aussies do a tea time, not to be confused with the early evening tea (aka dinner). While some Aussies do say tea, most actually just say a cuppa. Like asking would you like a tea or would you like a cuppa. Because regardless which term they use, quite a few of them if not most actually drink coffee instead of tea. So if you reply yes, they will then ask which one you want, tea or coffee. It is very common for Aussies to drop by for a cuppa and a short visit out of the blue. Aussies like to think of themselves as coffee connoisseur, even though they have limited selection of types. And are just as happy drinking freeze dried at home.
My record for sailing naked was on a Nacra 6.0 for about 3 hours. Three weeks is a challenge that I need to beat! Now it's turned into a competition :)
What incredible people Russ & Karin are. Hats off to your researchers, producers, directors, camera people infact all your backroom assistants that find these subjects for such interesting videos, I hope they are on good salaries for the work they do! Seriously Russ is so modest and honest that even though I have no need for a Dingy at the moment I'd still love to support this company and the only way I can do that is to share this video. Thank you Wynns for such lovely content! Stay Safe & Fair Winds!!
The nz and Australian sense of humour is so great
An especially nice episode! There are many "behind the scenes" videos, but this place is special. Interesting to see how a small company can create some leading product. And in comparison to the "big" boat builders, how nice it is, if you can move any piece with at maximum 2 people :)
This starts out like a dream, no A Idea. Then a Man runs around naked draws a few pictures of a boat cuts all pcs up and the next morning, this is what you get.. I like this guy not afraid to work, his help looks like he treats em well and end produce is fantastic. I would buy one.
As an NZer we were delighted that you visited us and please come back anytime. I felt we have so much in common and we know exactly what and why you are sailing this planet - all the very best from New Zealand.
Thanks for showing us the Vagabonds new tender before they did! What a hidden gem that was. 😆
Sailing La Vagabonde is getting a sailing tender :) @18:00
Those tenders are amazing, I love sailing dinghies…and to know that the company is owned by a fellow naturist makes me really happy. One day I will buy one, thank you.
18:02 - La Vagabonde is getting a sailing tender ;)
I caught that too
Kia Ora Team Wynns, it has been wonderful having you two here in NZ, you have done a fantastic job of showcasing my little country, many, many thanks. The very best of luck with your new boat and future adventures! I would just like to recommend two things to you from my 40 years of sailing cruising cats, dagger boards and a cutter rig. Rog
Very interesting video as usual. I’m so glad you got things worked out with Instagram. Blows my mind that unless you know someone who knows someone, there is no one to talk to.
Although we aren't boat people, my husband and I enjoy have been watching your videos every week, for the past year and a half. We love how you include your audience in your adventures. We would love to share with you some things to seek out when you go to Cebu/ the Philippines. Although you will not be on the Large Island Luzon long... maybe just to fly into Manila, we do encourage you to spend sometime exploring. Take some time to visit places of history. Subic Bay in Olongopo City use to be where the Navel Base was. Then Clark AB in Angeles City, both were America's Life line to WWII, Korean & Vietnam Wars. Also Camp O'Donnell which was part of the trail of the Bataan March during WWII. There is a monument there in memory of those who where in prisoned as well as passed there. Camp O'Donnell became a barracks to house members of the USAF as well as other military branches. It was a Radar Site for the USAF when we were stationed at Clark AB in the '80s (when Marcos Sr was over thrown). There is also Baguio City and Camp John Hay (also part of the Bataan March). It is important to experience the Local cuisine. (Except Balut, you don't want to go there) soda or water have served in a plastic bag with straw. (I use to be able to tell how many soda's a day my husband had, by the rings on his T-Shirt.) A must taste is the barbecued bananas on a stick. Chicken Adobo, Pancit, and a few other dishes as well. Also try Rambutan fruit and Leeches fruit. Watermelon seeds too. A must with your boat is a visit to The 100 Islands. Enjoy your time in the PI and Please take time to experience its culture. Be careful of the Two Step Viper, Brown Recluse and the X Spider. the Rice Beetle...can be the size of 4 inches. There are also Cobra's and Pythons so FYI. Sorry to invade your comments. Just wanted to share some areas that might be of interest to you, after you visit and collect your new home. Enjoy and hope this was helpful. Can't wait to see video from your exploration of the Philippines!!! Thank You for sharing your life with the world!
I just love Russ an his Wife whole crew.. He's got an amazing attitude... As we Kno attitude in life as well as integrity an character... Russ has it in spades 😊! I really had a super time ! Guy's I am beyond excited for you 2 ta get your vessel an move in .You both deserve it! Next weekend is Annapolis boat show. I don't kno if you two kids will be there..No matter I'll see ya Sunday!✌🏼💗😊❣️
Having watched you two from those very early days heading up to Alaska we have to says thanks for all of your videos which have give us so much pleasure. I’m so glad you made it down to our neck of the woods. Hopefully we Kiwis made you feel welcome from the big smoke to the small farms and everywhere in between. There is nothing quite like the sights and smells of a wool shed eh? 😁
Take care and safe travels.
Russell, Lesley and our kids, Nicky and Jason. ❤️
Russ is really entertaining and you can really tell he is an expert in his field.
He is a character and a flirt. Great salesman cause of the product he producers. Awesome episode. And yes morning tea and afternoon tea should be a workplace requirement in all countries not just Commonwealth ones.
I don't even own a boat and I want one of these... for a lack of a better word(s), holy sh**! Russ is a brilliant genius. Love you Wynns, thanks for sharing his obsession.
Did I catch a glimpse of La Vagabond's Tender?
Sorry, did I see La Vagabond on 18:14 good for both of you! Love it!
Y’all pulled it off again!
A “no boat” sailing video!!
Thanks for such a great behind the scenes look at a really nice couple that are working their dream and making quality product. I’ll bet they see an increased interest in their product now!
Love your continuous great enthusiasm in everything ❤.
Safe travels, stay healthy ⛵️
What a great factory tour and video guys!
Russ is a Rock Star for sure.
Good on ya Nikki for saying “we” clicked the suspicious IG email link. Sharing that bullet with Jason, who we all know actually clicked on that link haha. Love your videos and can’t wait to see you out sailing again!
Yes, but it happens, and it's those freaky coincidences that get you. We had a car club meeting, and the next week I had an email from our club historian/photographer saying "Here are some pictures from last week" - except it wasn't FROM the club historian it was forwarded by another address from him second-hand... but I clicked the link.
I then spent the next week trying to put stuff back in place and warn people not to fall for similar crap if it came up from my account, and so on. It's easy done.
I just wish there was more sign of our phenomenal tenchno-capability tracking this stuff down and roasting the balls off the perpetrators.
Massively impressed. Not just the boat but the organisation , their ethos and the process.
🎉 lovely to see a small business like that and all the details involved in producing such a high quality product.
Super informative video. I love Russ...he's so cool, clever and funny. He and his crew are incredible. I especially love the attention to detail, pride in their work and turning out an outstanding, reliable product that's built to last. Makes me wish I were a nautical person just so I could buy one of his boats.
Brilllllliant OC - thanks for giving us peak at production
I appreciate that you took the time to actually explain what a VPN is good for and what the limitations are. So many RUclipsrs have done sponsorship deals with VPN providers, and they really oversell how much protection it offers. A VPN is very useful for some things, but it's not a one-stop security solution.
Adios you two. Been great having you here in NZ you've done us proud showing others our little corner of the world. Safe travels back to the states.
Did anyone notice the sailing tender they were looking at said La Vagabond as the customer name?
Having joined during the RV days, and now onto the second boat I'm super thankful.
A few years ago my wife and I decided to build out a sprinter van, did that for 2 years following my job. Van is now for sale, with boat life in the near future.
While we won't be able to take off into the blue, (dang job) we are following in the same general path of the Wynn's.
Luckily I only work half the year, 3 weeks on 3 off, so we will be able spend a good amount of time learning boat life.
I will someday, somehow, be the maniac you see anchored next to you, having finally reached our decade plus dream.
I bring good wine and bourbon. ;)
Fair winds and thanks for making these videos
Absolutely insane quality product. Brilliant video guys. Cheers Ross
definately going to an Awesome day when the new Boat and it's dingy meet and the New Family is complete!
love the @lavagabonde cameo at 18:00
Those OC Tenders are so nice! We liked them so much and also got a chance to meet Russel - the owner - very cool guy :)
Gorgeous dinghies , definitely on the long list. Full carbon please , if I start saving now......
Always great to see a shop owner working alongside the employees. Thank you for sharing all the NZ experiences. Wonderful! Safe travels
Completely fascinating!! (and I'm not even talking about the SAIL NAKED part!) What an amazing business...I wish all businesses could be run the way that Russ cares about everything. So impressive. I wonder if @LaVagabond caught sight of their new baby??
Awesome presentation! The video makes me want to purchase from the family!!
To anyone wondering about the material this Dinghy is made out of, keep in mind that it's a completely different use case. They built their boat to float, not deal with extreme pressures. In this use case, it's a perfectly valid material. The one point of concern is how carbon fiber handles collisions with other boats or rocks, but it's not as though other materials such as Steel haven't failed in that regard either.
Nikki and Jason, thanks so much for sharing this tour and opportunity to learn - so much to learn! This is a fantastic peek behind the curtain at the beating heart of an industry few of us ever get to see. And what a wonderful shop and owner and crew - nice.
I loved this video. Truly impressive construction with an obviously passionate owner.
Thanks!
You might have seen it by now - NautiStyles mentioned you in their last video!
We haven't seen the latest video but will have to go watch it now! Thanks for the tip! 😘
So cool to see home grown world class ingenuity.
I really respect you sharing some informed VPN knowledge with your viewers.
Am glad you enjoyed our country, Thanks for the great tours you shared with us all.
Bon Voyage - Safe Flight, See you here again back in the U. S. of A. 😊
Cheers from New Zealand. Am proud to be a kiwi. 🇳🇿
.... Ok! So it is a great, way past concept, Tender. What blew me away is how light it is . Now to get Zero Jet and sail on the same tender ..... laughing .... Yes Nikki as you said .. Why not! ... would seem to be the natural thing to do in my mind ..... thx for the tour .... as always .. never stop dreaming, just dream bigger .. have fun be safe, save our oceans .....
Nikki so nice in calm, so bad in rough. You have to test it in a windy sea. Just tow it in the rough and you will run away. It is to light. Cheers Cape Town
3 years! Seems to me you visited those SA boat makers just a few months ago...
Have a good trip and enjoy seeing your families!
Welcome Home.. Been watching from the First I think, Motorhome...
I like Russ. He's both clever and practical.
Impressive company building great boats. Thank you for showing the system and the people who build such an impressive craft.
Great product. Love to Kiwi attitude, miss it.
Great tour,guys ‼️ I am beginning to like this dinghy more and more the more I see it.........and, now, how it is built. Thanks. ✨🌊💨⛵️🏝👙🌞✨
Howdy from the DFW area. I've thought several times Nikki had the Audrey Hepburn look, but today with the hair and the black dress you nailed it. Audrey Hepburn in "Breakfast at Tiffany's". Well done! Love your stuff and you and Jason. Great vid. All the best.
Thanks for being such amazing ambassadors for New Zealand. Hope to see you back in your new Waka exploring our beautiful coast.
you guys will be in my neck of the woods. I seen other boat youtubers are coming to the boat show in Maryland too...
Really enjoyed seeing their fab shop and how they’re made.
Come on Wynns', saw my name up on Russel's board in the vid and got my OC300 literally today, my mother ship is nowhere near built yet, but I couldn't be happier!
Always and enjoyable video from you two. And, what an awesome little company. I hope this is what you two land on. Already looking forward to next weeks video. See you both then! Be safe.
Hello from Ontario Canada
This video cements it for me. You have to get the OC tender!
Such a great company story and solid company values!
Like always, a great commentary and filming.. Tks
I do not even own a boat yet, but want one of these! I like everything about it.
Safe travels back to the US! We were looking at a campground yesterday online and I clicked on the video for it. I was so surprised to to see you both doing the review when you were in your RV! I told the hubby “That’s who I have been watching for years!”
Another great morning with the Wynns!
I really liked seeing how they make these little boats.
Really great to see behind the curtain so to speak and its really great to see someone prepared to show you their process. Awesome to see you explain the VPN stuff as well, as an IT guy i personally hate seeing everyone advertising the VPN stuff because they get sponsored but without understanding that it does nothing to help their security. Like you said it wont stop you clicking on an email that you shouldnt. Other than beig able to fake your location, which is good for safety as well as using netflix! - you might not want to advertise that you are in a certain location for example, however people also need to understand that using a VPN also reduces your bandwith and can reduce your speed significantly.
That was fantastic! I want a OC sailing dinghy now!
Thank you.. I have been looking at the OC for some time. Good to see the process and more importantly the people involved. Awesome vid. 👍
Apparently 'la vagabond' is getting one of their tenders too 😏 18:11
They are amazing tenders they are very very cool
👍🤩💫Fantastic. I’m so proud of Russ and his family. Wishing them the absolute best continued success. 💫🙏💝
I would buy one just because of Russ! Very passionate and hilarious!
Thank you Nikki and Jason. You are nicer to me than I diverse.
Well darn sorry I'll miss you in New zealand. Your videos have been a great help in helping me prepare for my visit.
I'm going all in on these guys. I want one with a sailing setup! Epic!! Great price!
I love these educational videos, learn so much! What a beautiful company!
I truly look forward to all tour videos. Thank you
I love the personal connection I do the same with my customers
What is stelar video tour! Love the interaction with the owner and all of his employees.
So great to see you both on your journey and all the decisions you have made that will benefit both depending on machine or weather and economically green for the environment. I started watching and following you both when entered the Pacific and most of all when you visited my family island 🏝 "Kenutu" you bought tears to my eyes because I grew up there as a kid and remembered my first boat was built from a coconut husk, the sailing was made of leaves and coconut stem and thing you put at the bottom to make the boat go straight was a sea shell...it sailed from Kenutu Island to Ofu Island, well enough of memories so good that you guys are back in the state but can't wait to see you guys sailing again. Good luck 👍 stay safe
Thanks for being honest about what a VPN does and explaining it well. I often see people believing VPN being a catch all for security and this belief is highly promoted by some RUclipsrs.
Safe travels and enjoy your family time✌️💜