I owe you guys an apology

[@MrBladesman1889]

I wouldnt worry. Nobody is watching anyway.

[@OfficialSmo]

Is it paradoxical that someone noticed!?

[@iad77]

How selfish, you dealing with real life, career, and all the stresses normal people have without running a great channel! You're one of the guys that have inspired me to get into riding, when I'd forgotten about it long ago.... And from falling in love with the triple r at first sight I found your channel!

[@Weeem]

No need to apologise for making money or even just a living... It's what you do with it that counts :) #HookersAndCoke

[@HooKerzNbLo]

Hi

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hey SMO you don't need to apologise to anyone, it's tough out there for youngsters these days (I don't mean to patronise, I'm nearly 50 so am feeling particularly old!) and you have to do what you have to do. Unfortunately you need a certain amount of money to live a nice life - by which I just mean own your own place, run a car or bike and have a holiday once in a while. Unfortunately, unless you're a Casey Neistat or similar it's very hard, close enough in fact to be impossible I reckon, to make a decent living making videos on you tube - even tougher if you're in a small niche like motorcycling. I'm very fortunate having had my working life (as a freelancer coincidentally for 25 years) and, with a bit of planning and a lot of hard graft, reached a point where I can afford to live a nice life regardless of having a job - now I can spend my time on the fun stuff, making you tube videos about motorbikes. I guess what I'm saying is, don't be down hearted, no need to give up on your dreams, perhaps just delay/defer them, there's plenty of time...opportunity is out there! All the best my friend, good luck in the new job and look forward to your next vid, whenever that may be....TMF

[@OfficialSmo]

Thanks buddy - congratulations with your channel by the way, you're going from strength to strength! Won't be long before you're nipping at Baron's heels I'm sure ;)

[@seulipopi3187]

:D

[@HippoDrones]

Didn't a wise man once say, "post when you want to, stuff a schedule, just put up good stuff" or words to that effect? Wasn't it you who said it? Seriously dude, real life happens, you have to do things for yourself and if that meant KZbin went on the back burner for a little bit over winter (as did most other motovloggers channels in the UK), so be it. Great to see you are wanting to get your teeth into it again though and awesome news regarding the new career too! :-)

[@OfficialSmo]

Very true! That was before my situation changed and I needed to extract literally every little penny from everywhere possible - it backs you into a corner where you need content for the revenue. Not a great place - I stand by my previous statement!

[@HippoDrones]

Going at KZbin full time in the UK is a scary thing, as a motovlogger, I don't think I'd be brave enough to do it (am also pretty mediocre so it would never be an option for my lol) :D Now the pressure is off you, you may find you enjoy doing it more? :-)

[@peanutsareyum]

All I care about is that you keep releasing a new video every so often. No schedule needed, I just like the rants every now and then.

[@paulpartridge2674]

You absolutely did the right thing , no need to apologise for getting your priorities correct . Look forward to whatever or whenever you produce next 👍

[@AdamSVT]

I understand.. and I wish you good luck with the new career

[@justinrstone]

I'm happier to know that you're doing well rather than having more videos to watch. I would love to get more involved on Discord, but the bloody time difference means it's all quiet when I have the time to jump on.

[@OfficialSmo]

Yeah, I hear you bud - nice to have such a diverse community!

[@2ForFlinching.]

Thank you for the update. Your attitude during all of these months has been lovely as ever.

[@cozziekid]

Just glad you're still alive dude, I was getting worried! No apology needed, life happens. Congratulations on the new job, go be awesome!

[@xvxyz6408]

Wow just found your channel. Liked your life story it's amazing for you to keep doing this for 16 months full time. Great vids keep on going!

[@joshmcgovern3824]

Nice to see you're back smo, the next time I see you riding around the island I'll stop and say hello, such a genuine and nice guy, good luck with you're new job Aswell. :)

[@mramsbotham1]

I'm so happy for you with the job, and glad to here things are on the up

[@RufioMini]

Nobody here is forced to pay your wages, you don't owe anybody anything man. Good to see you back.

[@spicy110]

I know this all too well...still just going! Best of luck with the job dude!

[@OfficialSmo]

The struggle is real mate!

[@gweegwee5820]

So nice to see you upload. I understand you have a life sir no worries. Glad to see the vid

[@smokeybarr]

First off congrats on the job, matey! So good that you're going back into the games industry AND back at the old company! Hopefully that will pay dividends. Secondly, there is absolutely no shame in still living at home at 30. The world we live in now is a very different place to previous generations. I've still got mates at home at 38. Hell, I lived with someone else's parents for the best part of five years well into my 30's! Despite what the MSM and our leaders may tell us, we're still very much teetering on another financial clusterfuck. Stay at home as long as needs be. Get comfortable financially, then worry about the rest of your life.

[@OfficialSmo]

House prices have kept inflating but wages don't match - it's hard as shit to get on the property ladder and renting is pissing away your deposit - christ knows what we're meant to do about it dude!

[@darthmireus4182]

Grate to have you back!

[@Phil480]

You don't owe us anything! Good to see a video from you, hope all goes well moving forwards :) Good luck with the new job! See you at the BOS meet if you can make it.

[@R1doorbar]

I went through a very similar experience 10 years ago when I was 30. Ten years on and things are a long way from where they were. Still not quite how I had planned but not too bad.

[@OfficialSmo]

Glad to hear it fella!

[@redline5605]

Congrats on the job man! Good luck on your first day!

[@paulbudford]

Congrats on the job. In a round about way, you got what you wanted. And it was good to follow your dreams too.

[@Telboy44]

Glad to have you back on board with us all. Least you can say you chased your dream and gave it a go matey. Looking forward to hearing you and that lovely Street Triple sound.,even though I here mine most weekends, you can never hear enough pops from the over run or roars from the induction of the thing of beauty you ride.

[@AGardenShed]

Glad to see your back. Hope you enjoy it again. Best of luck in your new job.

[@highlandriders9696]

No need to apologise pal... a man has got to do what a man has to do.

[@Motolimey]

Smooooo.... I thoroughly enjoy seeing your blogs and always pleased to see new ones. Frequent or infrequent. Good luck with the new job old chap!

[@hearliam]

gotta do what ya gotta do brother, welcome back, from the land down under

[@marvom3429]

keep your head up bud, I'm glad to hear you've found a new job! Can't wait for the next vid!

[@RidingTheAlps15]

Glad you’re got a job again. I was in the same situation for over a year. So I‘m just glad you‘re back and curious about the coming stuff. Good luck mate 👋👍

[@theimaginarygarage]

Congrats Smo! Good move I reckon. I hope it goes well for you in the new job.

[@banditBrian]

You gotta do what you gotta do bud. Hope all works out well in the new job.

[@metalheadvlogs]

Unfortunately, it is extremely hard to break KZbin properly, I've heard of a few creators that almost worked themseles into a grave to break it, so in that regard I'm glad you are taking a step back. I'm sorry it hasn't worked out for you dude, but congrats on the new job, you'll smash it!

[@meepmeepimajeep]

Dude, I know almost every single subscriber you have will agree with me (and seeing the comments that have already been posted, I am correct) We love the shit out of you. It absolutely sucks that live kicked you square in the nards with everything that happened from the start. We love having you and we want to watch you content, no matter how often you post. We will watch, and if I could, I would donate you. As a (almost) 30 year old myself, going to a lot of the same shit you are going through, Keep it up. And knowing you, you will. I love you bud. I srespect the hell out of you and will follow you wherever​ you and your channel go.

[@OfficialSmo]

I love you, too buddy

[@PinderProductions]

You need to look after yourself, no need to apologise about that. Good to hear things are improving.

[@FlareFeline]

Stumbled upon this channel looking at motovloggers and suddenly realized you're in Ryde lol, I live in sandown, funny to see someone close

[@OfficialSmo]

Small world!

[@AndrewJamesStep]

We still love you, Smo! Don't apologize for life man. Glad things are starting to turn around for you. Just remember, if anything in life is easy to attain, it wouldn't be worth it.

[@sroland01]

Great to finally see you back!

[@jamesmoody3491]

Congrats on the new job mate, we all need to earn a crust and supporting your boy and having stability is top piority. On saying that really glad to see you back pal.

[@PSmith-qp2lo]

I personally didn't need an apology, it's appretiated but unnecessary, as previously said in the comments, I'm just glad your getting back on your feet!! 👍

[@nige-rider5914]

Nice to see you back.....

[@Vernon240]

Good to see you back 👍 sometimes you need to take a step back, but glad things are back on track. Looking forwards to more content whenever you want to put it out there!😀

[@WolfiePicsOfficial]

New logo, looking nice and fresh. Nice to see you back dude, we all so so missed you, was only thinking a few days ago wheres Smo gone, in fact i was talking about you yesterday wondering where you were dude... Great news on the new job dude, you have to do what you need to do, and we all care enough to start worrying where you are, and such like...

[@brad_Ca]

Take care of yourself and your family, we will still be here to support you and love you. Hope the job situation works out the way you need it to. Put out videos as you can just don’t let it become burdensome for you. Have fun and stay safe.

[@RobEilb]

you've extended an enormous, immeasurable thing in me

[@cornishpastie]

Mate, I feel yah pain, I ended up living back with my parents at the age of 37! At least things are on the up and you sound positive👍

[@OfficialSmo]

It's happening more and more these days dude - I know ~10/11 people who have had no choice but to move back. It sucks but it is what it is!

[@benriley7053]

Nice to see the dude that made me want to ride ride again. I've missed your sexy bike. Glad you're alive bud.

[@Mtthwpez]

No need to apologize at all. Stay safe and look forward to you up coming content! :)

[@HalfdeadRider]

You've got to do what is best for you, congrats on getting back on track. Got some awesome news myself that means no bikes and vids for me for a while. At midnight Sunday 12th of March I finally got my third kidney transplant after waiting over eight years. It was a slow starter but it was a success and I have now been home for less than 24 hours, no more dialysis 3x each week for me :)

[@OfficialSmo]

Congrats on the good news fella! Here's to a quick recharge to full health =)

[@HalfdeadRider]

Smo, Cheers mate, will get a little easier day by day, well worth the struggle.

[@BernardVisagie]

Good luck with the new job mate, you will do well!

[@duffa01]

wandered where you got to....good to be back.

[@duffa01]

edited...wondered not wandered....doh

[@martybartfast]

Congratulations on the job. A door has opened. 😉 Noice to see you back. 🏍

[@will_hyde]

Much love Smo, games industry is tough, coming from a concept artist working my ass of trying to get a job at a studio somewhere!

[@OfficialSmo]

Keep at it dude! The games industry is certainly difficult to get into but keep sending your portfolio around!

[@grizzlymoto1309]

Love you buddy glad everything worked out ❤️

[@Bronson9822]

Wierd , i don't know you from a bar of a soap but feel like your a mate because of what you share on youtube. I hope you get back on track mate. All the best SMO.

[@OfficialSmo]

I'll treat like you mate, too - unless you attempt to touch me inappropriately. Then it's 100% a relationship.

[@N3PRO-Dave]

Congratulations on the new job! I find the part time KZbinr's are much more interesting than those who are full time. At least you tried. Most people cannot say that. Better to try and fail than not to have tried at all. Happy to see you back; even if it's once a month it's worth it.

[@OfficialSmo]

I'd have kicked myself for not even giving it a go!

[@gregster9239]

No need to apologise dude. Yes we all love the content but we don’t want to see you struggle. Those of us luckily enough to have met you know you are a straight up nice lad and that fact aloud will stand you in good stead through your life and career. You already sound much better in yourself now that you have made the jump back into full time work and with the steady income will allow you the breathing space to plan shit out. I contracted for 20 years in Graphics abs Illustration and it’s tough and moved 400 miles to Bournemouth for a permi job. You can always go back to freelance later. For now, enjoy the spring and summer and look forward to seeing your videos pop up even if it’s just a couple a month or so. Good luck mate!

[@OfficialSmo]

Thanks for the kind words dude

[@samatasticful]

Good to have you back buddy.

[@thegreasychip]

Congratulations man, there’s nothing wrong with having a permanent job and doing this for the fun of it. Got a feeling none of us will leave your wee production. Enjoy life and I look forward to future story’s 😉👊

[@buddybleeyes]

SMO!!!! 😍😍😍 I've missed you buddy! ❤ I haven't even got Into the video and I'm already saying there's no need to apologise mate!

[@christokinieriem8796]

No worries dude, thank you.

[@MotoErgoSum]

Welcome back to the game industry! Can't beat it as steady office jobs go, so long as the company is stable. Your move makes total sense. You've already got 18k subs. At this point you're better off releasing one solid entertaining video a week than working yourself like a pack animal to piss out a steady stream of meh. Maybe do one vlog a week and one garage project a week or bimonthly? Schedule is far less important that making thumbnails and titles that pop in the subscription feed. I don't even click on most of my feed anymore because it all just looks boring. I'm also far less likely to click stuff that's over 10min because #dadlife. Most of what I watch nowadays is interesting project videos, the occasional vlog, and GMBN.

[@OfficialSmo]

Wise words buddy!

[@davidwood974]

Congrats and best of luck, cheers!

[@GingeRbiker82]

Everyone loves a happy ending......

[@OfficialSmo]

Especially if they're having a massage.

[@spetersonmusic]

Great to hear the triple intake whine and see a video from you again. Great stuff to see/hear you again. Lots of practical wisdom in your message in this video too. I'm 20 years older than you (ride a '13 Street Triple R) and agree with everything you've said. Never regret trying to reach for your dreams but accept responsibility as it comes and act accordingly - you'll go far and do fine.

[@OfficialSmo]

Thanks dude, I really appreciate it!

[@JjBlinks1234]

Hey bud. Ive been a fan for a long time, there is absolutely no need, in my mind, for an apology. life runs on money these days, its a necessity. you have to take care of your family and yourself first. Im looking forward to seeing more vids, but you gotta make sure your ok on the homefront. chin up mate

[@lakegeneva4851]

Congratulations for the new position !

[@isitoz]

I quite often don't watch your channel, because I'm out working to feed my kids. So I guess this makes us even! Haha good to see you back bud.

[@retrostu1]

Congrats on the job! I’ll look forward to watching your content as and when you upload 😁

[@andybatchelor6665]

Good to have you back Bro.

[@nomad_lad]

Welcome back dude. Bring it back to brass tacks... back to how you started. Work and make videos, as you say, scale it back... one a week or whatever you can manage. Best of luck!

[@wesheiser9429]

Yeah! SMO returns.

[@SMU_3L]

We still love you none the less for the funny and dirty minded bloke that you are 🤣 Most of us are too though, so... 🤷🏽‍♂️ Post when you have time, don’t stick to a schedule if you can’t manage without over exhausting yourself. Give yourself time, you need time. Good luck 👍🏽

[@OfficialSmo]

I wouldn't have you guys any other way ;)

[@SMU_3L]

Good :P

[@Mrfish2015]

No one needs an apology fella ..

[@roygoodeve9962]

Missed ya mate. Welcome back :)

[@MargusMoto]

I'd say congratulations are in order! I know a few people that don't mind living from project to project and making do, but I prefer a steady pay cheque and some certainty of what is gonna happen next month.. Incidentally - as the sound-engineering/designing work has been dwindling in the advertising market, I was wondering if the sound part of games is usually made in-house with the developers or is it outsourced?

[@OfficialSmo]

It depends fella - there are so many deciding factors such as whether or not a project is being developed in-house or if it's contracted by a client, and if so what their budget is. I've worked at studios both and without sound departments. It's a very specialised field though so a good sound designer is like a gold mine. Stick with it!

[@MargusMoto]

Hmm... interesting. Thanks for the insight!

[@lancefowler8659]

Welcome back mate from Mitcham in Surrey

[@katsugi183]

Need no apology. Living is the most important with full time employment, return of SmO😎👍. Love the new logo,the bike sound. KZbin isn't going well also with the money too, too much competition and too much toxic videos like creators creating viral videos, not bothered on quality

[@OfficialSmo]

Tell me about it! KZbin's been a shitstorm the last few months!

[@jwrenfpv5019]

Daddy your back!

[@mattrowe6394]

Congratulations buddy about time you had a break I hope this brings you the job satisfaction and career potential you have been looking for. 1 video a week would keep my Smo meter happy and a happy Smo is the best Smo... What's in this freaking wine I am drinking lol!!!

[@matharris100]

Still here all ways will be bro👌👍

[@ihopeyouhateme8387]

hey man, just wondering about what you use to edit videos? I have a GoPro but not sure on how to edit and cut clips down ?

[@Hellishrider]

Welcome back buddy!! No need for apologies mate, like is a roller coaster and some times we need to adjust to new realities and priorities.. Just glad that things are working out for you and looking forward to see more stuff in the tripple hehehe Missed you man! \m/ Take it easy and ride in peace

[@TinyRides]

Welcome back dude, cool to see another video. But yeah like everyone else there isn't a need for apology... I was trying to get into the Games Industry went to college studied Games Development, until I realised I didn't really have anything special skills as like artist, animation, programming lol

[@OfficialSmo]

It's a difficult industry to crack dude but you can make it if you're persistent!

[@TinyRides]

Smo, it's ok been in a career now for 6+ years and happy! I'm just happy gaming when I can normally pretty much everyday :).

[@teapotone]

Good to see you back Smo, glad things are working out in your private life too. Sometimes a reality check is needed, this KZbin lark can quickly swallow you up and envelop your very breath, but it's just a game. As my beautiful mum said to me, "Look after those you love, and LIVE your life". Concentrate on you for a bit 👍

[@OfficialSmo]

Wise words buddy!

[@zombies4sale]

How dare you live your life and change your logo! Good to see you back. Best of luck with the new job.

[@terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff]

You really don't want to worry about it or apologise to anyone, in reality nobody gives a crap whether you post or not because everybody else is dealing with their lifes struggles too. Do what you want to do , post as often or not, it makes no difference in the grand scheme of things, you tube can be a great utility to dip into now and then but a dose of reality always bites harder. The main thing is you sorted it out in your head for yourself, the very best of luck with the new job.

[@HomoMoto]

It's not all about the money bro, it's all about having to survive and live. Post if and when you can... You've got to take care of yourself and your family.

[@craigwall796]

Nice work o hear from you again. Glad things are looking up job wise for you. Don't forget your subs though. Just a "Hey guys, I'm alive and well. Not around while I'm working on some real life shit." Would have been nice but I forgive you after that lovely apology. Much love you sexy Queeny.

[@dougie1325]

Well done and congrats on the new job buddy. The channel can go back to bing something that makes you happy and if you’re doing happy content, we want to watch it 👍

[@johna6968]

All the best with the new job fella

[@1randomkiwi]

Good to see you back in that saddle! Always enjoy your videos and understand that you've just been a massive cocktease for the last few months 😉 All the best in the new job too!

[@SpikeyOfficial]

Your life sounds like mine at the moment 😬. Hard times.

[@OfficialSmo]

It'll get better mate - I was loving it for a while but the lack of progress crept up on me emotionally. That said, I'm heading back to work and it's a promotion, too. Can't complain =)

[@easternmenace]

No worries my man

[@DeepSouth13]

It's all good bubs.. no apology necessary- just missed your silly ass on the tubes..

[@78gragon]

pritty much the same as everyone else life goes up and down I'm a small chanel myself but good luck altho you have started the job now hope it's going well wouldn't know where to start with gaming production the closest I got to that was typing games into my zx spectrum back in the days n watching the load screen people have no idea of time when they moan about load screens like for example gta5 lol any way like I said hope all is good with you and family....

[@Jamaicankid]

Congrats dude, shit happens got to do what you got to do the survive

[@lordmas2099]

Dude dont beat yourself up over being 30 at home.... you are not a minority. You are in the same boat as a lot of people your age. The economy and house prices / rent prices are fucked right now and wont be getting better anytime soon. I admire you for giving YT a go. I wish i followed my dreams more. I am now stuck in a tech job that makes me depressed and ill through the stress of it.

[@chappy2121]

No need to apologise real life comes first bills to pay, mental health ect to keep in check. At least you're putting out REAL content and not some knocked up I'll thought out bullshit to keep the one a days and the YT bean counter happy

[@OfficialSmo]

It's a shame mate but looks like that's the way the vast majority of channels have gone!

[@FreeRider1959]

Independently wealthy. That’s the trick mate. Otherwise it’s real life for the rest of us. YT is a tough haul indeed.

[@CoyoteMTB77]

SMO you have nothing to apologise for dude, it’s called life and you need money to survive so that has to take priority. You have a little boy you must (and do) take care of. Anyone with kids will understand that. Good news on the job front and all the best 👌