Oprah's Island in the San Juan Islands, WA [NORDHAVN 43 trawler]

[@sandspider7375]

You get an island, you get an island! Everybody gets an island!

[@johnwheeler796]

I can't believe some of these comments these people need to chill and grow up . MV Freedom keep these videos coming - this is one of my most favorite channels to watch - I even make my wife watch them too :) be safe and happy travels

[@waltsegovis4952]

Happy birthday Mr Sully. You are so lucky to live on such a great boat with these 2 humans.

[@Scruffers2011]

Here on the tug, we use Rain-X. By the way, great editing! BTW, I'm pretty sure that watching your videos makes my blood pressure go down. They're always so pleasant and relaxing.

[@richards6367]

I’m from New Zealand, not a boatie, but enjoy learning about the wider world through videos like these. I am amazed though at the torrent of abuse from these haters, there is no justification for that, and I for one will make sure that Orcas Island is not somewhere I will ever visit, they sound like the most unfriendly miserable people on earth. Keep up the great videos and ignore their bs.

[@danalho9704]

MV Freedom, this is my first post ever for a video. I live in Japan but originally from New England and have been kicking around the idea of boat living for a few years now once my retirement starts in 2022. Your videos and following another one called Mermaid Monster have been extremely helpful to me. You seem like very genuine people with your travels off the boat being very interesting but you also seem to bear the brunt of people who are miserable and borderline hateful for some reason that’s not your fault. Please keep up the interesting videos and realize there are many around the world that enjoy them.

[@mvfreedom]

Thank you!

[@TradeWindgng]

You both rock Keep them coming, And yeah the buffing and waxing are excellent and your windows looks so so clear Job well done Love the preparation part of the video before casting off and during passage and the navigation watch. Thanks and take well care

[@georgerydberg4393]

If the perfectionist captain says wax the windows I would wax the windows. That boat is probably an 11 on a scale of 1-10.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

He is on it. The high hulls on the nordhavns are tough unless your 6'7" like Shaun. ..dude has a wing span..

[@celestialfix]

You guys are a great boating couple. (Don’t know how in the world you have attracted these kooky Karens in the comments, except it’s probably just jealousy.). First Mate does a great job with the getting underway checklist.

[@paulbenoit9431]

We chartered a 47" DeFever pilot house last year and spent a week cruising the San Juans. Thanks for helping to refresh the memories!

[@richardsmith4187]

Happy Birthday Mr. Sully !!! Elizabeth & Shawn I think you have found your favorite getaway spot now. What a beautiful island with all the shops and restaurants. I really enjoy each and every video you post and can't wait until the next. You have made me consider maybe living aboard now as it looks like a wonderful lifestyle. Stay safe and have a great week coming up.

[@markduncan6690]

Such relaxed tones, it's always interesting when you an Sean do a walkabout in your local town and village!

[@cpwatching5647]

Hi Guy's, Like your videos and showing tasks that are all part of it. Yesterday we boated the Apostle Islands in Wisconsin with family. Today I replaced old Windlass covers. Always something. Your tips are always appreciated. We all learn from each other as you know. Take care.

[@darbovision2672]

Woohoo Mr. Sully! Happy Birthday!

[@user-dp4qk1bv4u]

Thanks for your videos, I always enjoy them, very professional, and relaxing. 😎

[@debbieg1311]

Orcas Island is the love of my life! So happy you experienced a little peek!

[@joetori8356]

Love your videos! You're a great team and your vessel is always ship shape!

[@toneyhutchens]

Don't know how I got here. Don't own a boat, but for some reason, this channel is nice to watch!

[@mybackcast]

you have the best videos on youtube thanks

[@anthonypears2306]

And I thought I was a clean freak....I just use plexus for the clears and windows. I do get cleaning envy watching the videos... the boat always looks good..congrats

[@soloonsound]

3:22 - Yes, take Elizabeth's advice and make sure to include Washington State Excise Tax into your annual operating budget..It's steep! The excise tax on our little 23" Ranger Tug is over $480 per year. My wife worked for "Ms. Oprah" from 2009 through 2011. She often refers to it as the longest decade of her life! :-)

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

It's also because your little Ranger Tug has a $70k price tag. Great little tugs..Saw a 29' out today doing 18 kts just fooling around.

[@James-seafan]

great video happy birthday mr sully thank you for sharing I polish my windows on my vessel

[@pejaschussler9281]

When you live on Orcas we do not call it Ophrahs Island and right now we do NOT encourage visitors during a pandemic. Visit another time when more things are open. Most restaurants are now take out only.It is a community with all the things communnity means good and bad. The video shows this as paradise, remember paradise is someones home

[@mvfreedom]

Most people we heard while waiting in lines were visiting for the holiday weekend, so if visitors aren’t welcome we suggest the locals works with your tourism board shut down the WA State ferries to visitors and prohibit all travel there. Now that it’s open people have every right to be there safely and responsibly.

[@digitaldiz]

@@mvfreedom Ding ding! 100% correct.

[@KandiSueTheBlue]

Enjoy all your videos and appreciate them so much.⚓😎

[@jamesmaddox3391]

@MV Freedom don't listen to the haters lol people are stupid. I only wear a mask when I got to the grocery store or if I'm in a crowded area of people. Keep making the great content!

[@mvfreedom]

James Maddox 👍👍👍

[@tmac709]

Enjoyed Mr. Sully's day! What a lucky dog living the sea life. The scenery of the islands and water is really, really, really beautiful up there. I agree that was a nice little town to visit.

[@jpmerrick8886]

Just love this channel these people are smart laid back and independent

[@mdaddley]

You are by far one of my favorite KZbin channels.

[@Big.Ron1]

Way to go Mr. Sulley! Happy Birthday bud. And, thank you to the crew! Be safe.

[@MIRRORIMAGEWORLD]

You guys should look into small e-bikes for your little treks into town. I seen some that are boat friendly with a dog basket attached you would be good to go.

[@mvfreedom]

We’ve got some great fold up Segway scooters that fit nicely, so we’ll have to bust them out soon!

[@JDZ-zt9ps]

I polish my windows every time I wash my vehicle. Rain runs off and the bugs don't stick as bad. Great videos. Stay safe.

[@ericr.3759]

Nice video of Eastsound. If you're up in the islands for awhile, try Stuart Island if you haven't yet. Lot's of nice trails and check out the treasure chest.

[@mikelangan2707]

We too love visiting Eastsound. But WOW what’s up with the haters? I understand concern during these times but.... I for one enjoy your videos. Keep ‘em coming!

[@IndranilGhoshSeattle]

Mike, we normally like visitors too. But we're in the middle of a global pandemic, on an air ambulance dependent island. Also not sure if you're from WA but there's an essential travel order still in place.

[@jeffslaven]

Happy birthday Mr. Sully!!!

[@marioazzato1353]

Nice videos.l see you two together and happy in your 90's,cheers.

[@mvfreedom]

Mario Azzato 😳😳😳

[@inspiredscreens]

Happy Birthday Sir Sully! Great video. Thank you.

[@rx7dude2006]

As a detailer of 20 years, a better product than Rainx is Griots glass Sealant, it lasts longer and is easier to apply and buff out.And to get water spots off use Sud Factories SPOTLESS X2 Glass Water Spot Eliminator, again the best I have found in 20 years of detailing.And yes I do this on every boat I detail.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Great tips.

[@jayhurst8511]

This is one of the best episodes. We have the same dynamic with the work on the boat, let’s get to dinner crash.

[@mvfreedom]

Jay Hurst 😂😂😂

[@khunopie9159]

Good to see little Chico rocking the Adidas! Gooood Boi! Oh yes you are!

[@rjman4365]

I love how people think because they live somewhere that only they should be able to be there. Then they call you privileged. Lol I'm glad you guys were successful enough to live your dream. That is what America is supposed to be about. Sometimes seems we forget that.

[@gabeachoo3152]

It’s not like that at all, we like having tourists here like it’s really good for local businesses we just don’t like when people knowing call it a celebrities island when they don’t own it or even live here, just own land. It’s actually really disrespectful

[@rjman4365]

Gabe Sturk Thanks for making my point. Yes I know you like having tourist when it’s convenient for you but only when you want it to happen. You think just because you bought a piece of land where other people like to visit that you have some sort of say there. You knew people visited there when you bought it so you have no right to complain. I’m not sure what that says about your character that you get so butt hurt about what someone calls the place where you bought land. Welcome to adulthood where people get disrespected every day get over it.

[@Sirena_Edonismo]

Happy Birthday Sully!! I like to think of myself as 9 in dog years 😊

[@markfields8328]

Fortunately Sully doesn't get hangry! lol Happy Birthday Sully!

[@LouisJackson6]

I have never tried waxing the windows on my pickup but I’m gonna give it a go after seeing Captain Shawn doin that. I’m bad about having clean and streak free both inside and out. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO SULLY 🎂🎉🎈🎊 great video as always 👍🏻🇺🇸😎 thanks and y’all be safe out there.

[@jpjbpayne]

Happy Birthday Mr.Sully, Will stop there, when I get hangry

[@jaywhitestone4626]

No, never waxed my windshield - but will now. Shawn I noticed the smaller drill buffer, what type of pad do you use on glass? What type of wax? As I’m in New England and don’t cruise PMW (yet) I love the technical aspects of your videos. Plus you’re basically living on my ideal retirement boat, so love seeing how you operate. That’s a nice thing about your channel: good balance of tours, tech, and boat life. 👍😎👍 And HBD Mr Sully 🎉

[@mvfreedom]

Jay Whitestone we use a 3” foam pad with the Milwaukee buffer, and wax is 3M cleaner and wax 👍

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Griots Garage has a great selection of small high quality buffers as well. Use those instead of Milwaukee or Dewalt. Lots of review videos..

[@maikschaffner3942]

I can only say, i am JALOUS of your live on board and way of life!! Greets Maik from Amsterdam The Netherlands

[@kevinbrooks1104]

That is one bad ass boat , so happy that in America it is possible to live an absolute dream life ! Now if only my ship could come in. Sincerely kev

[@johncollier608]

What a lovely spot, guys. Don't get scenery like that in good old England. Happy Birthday to the pooch, too ( you could have brought him his own, Mr. Sully sized ice cream). :-)

[@supershuffle]

Just a heads up. There are huge sections of missing or unlinked audio. Regards,

[@jonathanbrooks917]

👍 for Sully. You guy’s really live the life. Very nice!!!

[@markduncan6690]

There is some detail, running a ship! Nice Work!

[@wallacegrommet9343]

Love containership waves! Relieves boredom on those long, calm motoring passages.....

[@56Spookdog]

Learned about Rain-X while working on my dads crab boat decades ago.

[@YogawithDeLora]

We stayed on an air bnb boat in Shilshole a few years ago and had so much fun.

[@dongorsegner4607]

We have a little run about, starting to explore the San Juan’s this summer. Looking forward to the different locations that are so close to our Lynden, Wa. home. We have learned really fast to keep an eye on the winds, the south winds can make things really rough in a short amount of time.

[@davidingraham1989]

Still in Penn Cove? May have to go there one of these days. Hey y’all from Roswell Ga. It’s been fun following you. Best of seas.

[@fxpthl]

No wonder my brother loves living up there in Port Orchard, it is spectacular!

[@63bplumb]

12:40 is actually the court yard of the Episcopal church!!! Ocean front worship! I went in (I'm Episcopalian) and listened to a concert they were practicing for. I Totally concur that East Sound is WONDERFUL!!!!! Also so is Deer Harbor around the corner.

[@mvfreedom]

Wikipedia is wrong then, thanks for correcting 😉

[@63bplumb]

@@mvfreedom That labyrinth made from grass and cement pictured in the court yard is an ancient Episcopal church metaphor for the spiritual path that we are all on. The view of the sound is spectacular when you realize it's a church yard over looking the water! TMI? lol

[@rickvervoort9536]

Having the wing on standby and warmed up is a great tip.

[@markpuzas]

New leaf cafe there is very good. Only open seasonally, but totally worth if for breakfast or dinner.

[@stuartvarvel27]

Great video guys and look towards the vlogs 🇬🇧

[@damienquinn]

Happy Birthday to the big fella! Smashed that thumbs up button just as he got his chew stick. How about a chew stick EVERY time he uses that pee patch? Don't worry, we here at the Internet, say it's OK.

[@Deerwood1985]

Love your videos, thank you.

[@gotthyme]

I saw a power catamaran in the background 😘. We get our Aspen C100 ISLAND THYME this Tuesday !!! Cya on the water

[@mvfreedom]

How cool, that was an Aspen in the background and we left out footage of us talking about how cool it it. Enjoy it!

[@gotthyme]

How cool is that. We’re cruising with the Aspen folks next Friday x ten days I’ll have to ask who was Eastsound on the 4th. You guys are one of the couples we follow that has led up to this purchase. Looked at the Nordhavyn 35’ in Anacortes, feel in love with it but decided we wanted the speed. I get impatient when ice cream or Sushi is calling my name in Victoria etc. I’d love to hear what you said about it? Thanks again

[@richardr1627]

Another wonderful trip ... thks

[@shaeharris7961]

Absolutely 💯% correct. I hate spots on my windows,Specially when sunlight is in front of you...makes it even harder to see clearly. You guys are doing awesome job as always 👍🇺🇸💞

[@BrianKilgoreCanada]

I don't have a boat, but my car windows are treated with Rain-X. Good stuff. BAK

[@thomascarey8721]

One day I asked my wife if she would like me to Rain-X her windshield, since I knew we were in for some rain the next day. She told me, no, she was fine and, after all, had been driving for years without it. After she went to bed I snuck out and Rain-X'd the PASSENGER side of her windshield. The next day when she returned from work she walked up to me, leaned her head to my chest and asked I would do her side of the windshield. Of course I did. . .

[@GusCarlson]

Nordhavn should sponsor you guys! Like a per diem for Shawn for sandwiches and such.

[@mvfreedom]

Haha right? That would be nice, then he’d never have an excuse for hanger ever again 😉

[@seanlathbury5410]

Wow, some of these comments! Pretty area but the folks sound butt hurt that you are enjoying life. Keep it up. I love the Nordhavn. Happy birthday Sullying!

[@guymanges3628]

Thank you guys for Orcas island

[@fuquasewing265]

You all need to start fishing so much great food from the sea maybe some crab baskets to be safe happy holidays

[@jgdwick4067]

Happy Birthday Mr.Sully! Good morning from Cincy! Have you ever tried ceramic coating?.... it’s amazing and so easy to apply. Have a great week be safe and well!

[@mvfreedom]

No but we’ll have to look into it!

[@cliffordb47]

Another very very enjoyable video thank you

[@Khalindoz]

Happy birthday Sully! Sully for City Manager!!!

[@mvfreedom]

That would be the best city ever 🐶

[@marcericdavis]

Interesting all local haters watch your videos as soon as they come out, then make negative comments. Hey, Nancys just unsubscribe and be happy. Of course all the comments increase your popularity. I love the vids. Wear a mask in public.

[@IndranilGhoshSeattle]

Hey Marc - we wouldn't choose to watch them, except that KZbin puts them on top of our feed. I take it from your comments that you truly don't understand why us "locals" get upset by these videos? Think about it...

[@randychase305]

@@IndranilGhoshSeattle I know why, because you're a lot of douchebags. And, moron, there's a very easy way to stop YT from recommending specific channels.

[@steveapple4434]

You guy's where anchored right around the corner from us when you where by the Allen estate, we are right in Shoal Bight, we keep just missing you guy's. Crazy too see such negative commitments from islanders, let's see what would happen if tourist stopped going to their island? people don't think things threw, I also love how they still manage to watch your episodes, that's nice that they still support you that way, you have a solid passive aggressive fan base. Take care! hope to run into you guy's soon.

[@mvfreedom]

Steve we hope to run into you as well!

[@jordanr5832]

We understand how tourism works. The problem is there is a national pandemic going on. And we have people like him walking around with no mask on in main street.

[@IndranilGhoshSeattle]

Steve, perhaps you don't get it. In case you missed the news there's a global pandemic going on. While normally Islanders would welcome you, you're coming to our neighborhood when there's an "essential travel only" orders in place. Also it's "through" not "threw". 😂

[@Zoot1343]

Does the window waxer iron his money too? If so, you got a problem. A good one thx, Adam, Tofino.CA

[@larrybest7670]

Enjoy your video's, and meeting Shawn at Astoria. I was sure it was your boat when I was at westport.

[@mvfreedom]

Larry Best nice to meet you too!

[@larrybest7670]

Gosh, reading some of the responses you have received I'm shocked and feel bad you have had such negative comments! Keep up your very nice, informative utube and look forward to seeing more!

[@MARTINA-gc3tq]

cucumber and lime ice cream......yummy...add some white rum and it would be a mojito ice cream....

[@mvfreedom]

It was actually sorbet but I’m sure the rum would be even better 😉

[@rgarri6396]

You do great job on videos but tell us more info. This was the most expensive sticker you will buy? How much?

[@christineminer2117]

Very cool! Thank you. I am not sure why all the ugly comments (yikes). but love your channel!

[@brianlowe753]

I live on the Gulf of Mexico in north Fla and listened to Coast Guard in a C 130 called out on a blue bird day for an EPIRB that a boater had sent out. Turned out he had run out of gas and had no VHF radio. CG circled near by boat to go over check on him and ended up towing him in. He turned down Sea Tow and I’m sure he tallied quite a bill to the tax payers. Usually EPIRB is reserved for emergencies.

[@loganurquhart11]

Rain X and wax work really well. I live in Portland and I drive truck all over the western states and use it religiously.

[@ernestpitti2988]

Beautiful views!

[@R2robot]

I used Rain-X on a previous car and loved it. I think waxing would be too much effort for me. :D

[@johnniethek]

Big fan of Rain-X...also been to EastSound and agree that it's still a bit of an undiscovered jewel in the San Juans...next time you are there, I suggest a bike ride to the Moran State Park...superb view of the entire region from up there.

[@irthlingz]

It is not undiscovered at all. And you should warn people that riding a bicycle to Moran Park is very difficult. it's very hilly and there's virtually no bike path. A lot of people do it, but they should be aware of what they're going to have to deal with.

[@roberthall-palmer9134]

The low power polisher has my intrest in the first few seconds. Powerfull polisher's can damage the fiberglass. Hand polishing is not as hard as you think, but I really like the look of that small polisher. Dirty windows spoil the view of a transit.

[@thomascarey8721]

He was waxing, not polishing

[@roberthall-palmer9134]

Wax polish, silicon polish, resin polish all still polish. Wax and silicon polish both repel water. A wax polish is generally considered longer lasting but more polishing and buffing to apply. I guss rainx is a silicon based polish. UK ENGLISH

[@kevinbrooks1104]

Stepping out of your comfort zone can be uncomfortable but when you do the reward is growth and any growth makes you stronger and expands your knowledge because knowledge is power

[@patriciahutson]

Rainex the bomb! Used it on both car and Motorcycle Visor. Works a treat.

[@petegrillo]

You got us all excited about Sucia. Been there twice in the past 20 years and got blown out both times. So we went back again. SW winds so we choose Shallow Bay in the NW side. Got blown out again. Lesson learned (again).

[@makerpadwanwkp5782]

on most Nordhavn isn't the wing required to be at or just above idle for the hydraulics if you want to use you thrusters?

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Good catch and advice. Definitely ups the hydraulic pressures.

[@kennyhuskisson2684]

Hi! Enjoyed the video! Be safe in your travels! I love the north west & the waters! Have you met Chip Hanauer yet, the hydroplane legend? He lives on Lake Washington & loves the water also.👍✌

[@mvfreedom]

Kenny Huskisson no but he’s someone who got us hooked on Seattle before we moved out here. His boat “The Boat Guy” was even a few slips down when we moved out, total sign!

[@kennyhuskisson2684]

@@mvfreedom Cool! You folks are living my dream! I hope to visit Seattle one day, it's on my bucket list, keep the videos coming please👍✌

[@richpickard1680]

Love the video thanks!

[@BigBadLoneWolf]

i use Pledge furniture polish on the screen of my motorbike, same effect as rainex

[@timw6596]

You need Oprah's money to live or visit there ! But the San Juan Islands are so cool !

[@barryness7953]

Happy Birthday sully

[@lukeoforcas]

Many celebrities have property on Orcas. It’s a good place for them to be regular people.

[@irthlingz]

Regular people, who are never seen by the people who live on Orcas? Regular people don't jet in, hide out and then jet out again.

[@BrianKilgoreCanada]

Your pictures look particularly clear and crisp today. New camera? BAK

[@mvfreedom]

Nope this was our usual iPhone 11 Pro with a little Canon M50 and GoPro sprinkled in 👍

[@ronnchase4872]

I’ve noticed that you most always leave the transom door open when you leave in the dingy. Is there a reason or just something you do? Orcas is the place for sure.

[@mvfreedom]

There’s a latch to keep it open so we just simply leave it that way when we leave. And closing/opening it is kind of tight squeeze so we don’t bother.