The Mighty Garage - Announcements

[@gregbrassington2120]

Congratulations Mike on your retirement & many enjoyable healthy years ahead.

[@bobstevens9040]

Happy retirement Mike. You'll wonder how you ever had time to go to work once you get stuck into those vintage bike jobs!

[@nemonemo1841]

Congratulations too ! Since one year for me!!! Good news for The Mighty Garage Merchandise

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks and it is great to join the retirement club😉 cheers, Mike

[@aidanB.]

Congratulations on your retirement Mike. This'll hopefully give you a chance to give us more content on your wonderful channel. The merchandise looks great.

[@gpo6581]

Congratulations🎉 Mike in retiring. Nice seeing the products on the website. Will have to order.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks! I’m glad you like the products. I’m very proud of them and hope you like them. Best wishes, Mike

[@daviddavies5125]

Congratulations Mike, work will be a distant memory very soon ! Retired from BT a year ago and bought myself a Commando Mk3! If that's an open invitation to the Mighty Garage, I'll pop by next time I am in the states!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi David, you would be most welcome in the cul-de-sac if ever you are visiting the Pacific Northwest. It would be great to meet you. Cheers, Mike

[@zepelin-on-road]

Congrats Mike, and welcome to the Club 😂 !👍✌

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks! I feel honored to be part of this exclusive and very happy club 😉😀😀 cheers, Mike

[@pipersall6761]

Congratulations on your retirement! Thank you for your continued great content! Wow that one guys shop looked like an operating room!

[@54macdog]

Congratulations on your retirement!

[@grahamsmith8156]

Shirts look great Mike.

[@lambethian]

Well done Mike take it easy look after yourself and ride your great collection of bikes to relax I myself retired 7 years ago when I was 74 i did not want to retire but the supermarket warehouse I worked for moved to another area the new warehouse is 900.000 square it has taken on 3 warehouse under its roof the building is around 1 mile long very big warehouse I did not fancy driving 160 miles a day especially doing long shifts then driving home so I opted for redundancy and retirement I’m still not working and spending more time working on rebuilding my 1969 commando fastback it should be very time consuming. Look after yourself and family great video as usual kindest regards john

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi John, thank you so much for your lovely note. I really appreciate it. I hope everything is going well with your early commando. They are terrific bikes. All the best to you and yours. Cheers, Mike

[@vlad.radu.poenaru]

Congratulations ! Happy retirement wishes, from Brazil .

[@TheMightyGarage]

Obrigado! Muitas felicidades, Mike

[@johndorber6877]

I ordered one of your larger mugs right after seeing this video. Prompt delivery to Germany and the mug arrived in good order. It's a great mug and I'm eally happy with everything! Happy Retirement too!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi John. Thanks very much for your note. Great to hear. Cheers! Mike

[@brucegeange7082]

Hopefully the merchandise will get lots of motorcycle parts vouchers

[@brycehermon5939]

Congratulations Mike. Well deserved. Another chapter in the book of life.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Bryce! I could not be happier with the decision. Best wishes, Mike.

[@danielmcneil3004]

Congratulations Mike and welcome to the retirement club. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do which should be easy for you, as you have lots to keep you busy in the workshop and riding your beautiful bikes. Btw, Matt must have the cleanest bike workshop I’ve ever seen. Thanks for the video. Cheers, Dan ✌️🏍🇨🇦

[@OILSHAKE10]

Enjoy your retirement keep up the good work on the bikes 🏍️

[@mldiode]

Congratulations!!! I know you’ll keep busy with your projects and riding adventures. Enjoy!!!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks. Yes, I have lots of projects to resume in the garage and enjoying every minute of it. Best wishes, Mike

[@metman3]

Congratulations on your retirement, Mike! I did it a few years back. You're going to enjoy it! What you hear is all true: "Don't know how I had a full time job with all I have to do", "Every day is Saturday", "Time doesn't slow down- seems to even speed up", etc. I know you'll hit the 20K subscriber mark- I've been a follower from early on and you have always provided great content. I'm sure others will find the same. Loving the merch too. All good stuff, my friend! Cheers! 👍🏍

[@nigeldavis4220]

Well done Mike, exiting times ahead for you. Wishing you all the very best on your adventure. Loving the MIghty Garage merchandise, so expect my order soon. Nigel

[@jeffkeni]

Congratulations, Mike, on your retirement, your channel and your merch!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you very much, Jeff. I really appreciate it. Cheers, Mike.

[@paulongley2033]

HI Mike Well dome on your retirement, hope to retire my self in the UK one day around 70 .

[@ludwigvonbuzzthoven]

Congratulations on your retirement! I’m jealous… I’ve still got 7-8 years until I can take mine!

[@donculp9094]

I'm happy for you mike and hope you have a wonderful "time off" . Thanks for all the great videos. We love you man. Buying a shirt now.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Don. I tried to send you a thank you email but it came back undelivered. Thank you very much for your order! Best wishes, Mike

[@bruceengstrom9568]

Congratulations, Mike. Love your channel and look forward and seeing what new things you will do now that you can.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you very much, Bruce! I’ve got lots of plans ahead and several videos already in the works. Cheers, Mike

[@pearldiver7]

Congratulations Mike. A new chapter awaits. Enjoy!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks! Having a great time so far and really enjoying retirement and catching up on so many projects. Best wishes, Mike

[@speedtriplerider7853]

Fantastic news mate. Have a long and happy retirement and all best wishes for your 'merch' venture; evrything looks classy and totally 'Mighty Garage'.

[@jackcrognale417]

That’s fantastic news Mike! You will have a whole new adventure to look forward too. I retired two years ago and am having a great time. I’m sure you will also! Cheers

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you very much, Jack. I appreciate your note and I hope everything is going well with your commando project. Cheers, Mike

[@joea5810]

Congrats all around, Mike!!!!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Joe! Best wishes, Mike

[@henryhawk978]

Congratulations on your retirement. Hope it goes well for you and the channel keeps growing! RIDE SAFE OUT THERE!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Henry! I hope all is well. Cheers, Mike

[@CCitis]

Love the channel. Will definitely buy merch.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks! I appreciate it. Best wishes, Mike

[@cecilwilson5442]

Happy retirement 🎈 hope you're enjoying your extra time in the garage,, I've a few years to go myself and certainly enjoy my time in the garage☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from northern Ireland

[@raypusey8037]

I’m so happy for you Mike couldn’t happen to a nicer guy ! I know you’re going to enjoy every minute. I also know you will, but look after Mrs Mike as well 😊. Take care have fun, well deserved. Ray 🇬🇧

[@bradkorando]

Congratulations Mike!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thanks a lot, Brad, I appreciate it. Cheers, Mike

[@keithhoughton4308]

Enjoy your retirement Mike, you'll be busier than ever!

[@russjan2811]

Congrats Mike! A big decision for sure and you took the leap! Everyday is a holiday now. Cheers!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Ha ha, so true! I’m really enjoying retirement. It’s been a lot of fun so far. Best wishes, Mike

[@DiddyJaffa]

Have a great retirement 👍 may I ask what was your job?

[@IanThompson-o2o]

Great merchandise Mike & a very happy retirement to you.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank very much Ian! I appreciate it. Best wishes, Mike

[@donparker1823]

Way to go Mike. I retired 2829 days ago (not that I'm counting). I don't think about work at all. Only in a nightmare sometimes. Very happy for you. Love your channel.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you Don!! Cheers, Mike

[@Tunatime-g1g]

Well done Mike, lots of garage time in your future, I think? The merchandise looks great and I'm sure I'll be buying a coffee cup, it will look great on my workbench. Keep up the great work. Chuck.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks, Chuck. I appreciate it. Yes, I’m catching up on a few video projects and have several in the works already and then it’s time to switch gears to project in the garage. There are so many waiting for some attention! Best wishes, Mike

[@nautn]

Congratulations Mike! I’m two weeks into retirement, also.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Oh that’s great! I hope it’s going well for you. I’m having a blast. The days seem to pass a little quicker though 😉😀 but having a wonderful time. All the best to you with your retirement. Best wishes, Mike

[@matthewwright6857]

Hi Mike - congrats on the retirement. I'm almost there myself and have just invested in a slightly tired Egli Vincent and can't thank you enough for your Vincent videos, they've been really helpful. Thanks Matthew Devon UK

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Matthew and congrats on the Egli! Wow, that is a terrific bike. I hope you will have a ton of fun with it and please keep in touch regarding progress. Best wishes, Mike

[@vincentlawler3033]

Congratulations. I can’t wait for the day I get utter those words! Enjoy. And I love the merch.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi Vincent, I’ve been hoping and praying to say those words for years and so glad to be finally retired. I didn’t want to rush to retirement age, but feeling so good about the decision. Many thanks for your note. Best wishes, Mike

[@paulbilton-smith1142]

Congratulations Mike!!! 🎉

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you, Paul! We have joined the club😀😉

[@gillestrombetta3019]

Félicitations Mike je te souhaite une très bonne retraite avec beaucoup de bonheur et vive mighty garage 😜👍👍🫡

[@TheMightyGarage]

Salut Gilles, thank you so much as always for your kind words. I really appreciate it. It’s great to hear from you as always. Best wishes, Mike

[@neilurquhart8622]

Gongrats Mike….now that you’re retired you’ll wonder how you ever found the time to work. Enjoyed seeing the Colorado scenery and the lovely loco…..more of this sort of content maybe?🇬🇧

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you, Neil, yes I’m hoping to do a few more visits of interesting places here in the Pacific Northwest and hopefully further afield looking ahead. Glad you enjoyed the clips from Colorado. It was a very enjoyable visit to CNW to see Matt. Best wishes, Mike

[@neilurquhart8622]

@@TheMightyGarage 👍🏼

[@jontg429]

Just placed my order!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Jon! 🙏 I really appreciate it. Best wishes, Mike

[@kevinschilling1368]

"retired" is a wonderful way to live, congratulations Mike !

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks, Kevin. I’m having a blast so far working on the projects and catching up on all the videos, etc. The time is flying by! Cheers, Mike

[@mickgerard6696]

Fantastic Michael! Well earned and I’ll tell you from experience, you will be busier than ever but doing what YOU want, when you want. I appreciate you and your efforts!!!

[@markpoling7917]

Yes Mike Congratulations on your retirement!! Great video, and you can count on me purchasing some awesome shirts.... Very nice design. As we have talked a bit in the past, I would like to visit sometime when I get up there to see my brother..... As for CNW, Matt is a master at what he does, nice shop and always helpful. I have bought quite a few parts from him for my Commando over the years....

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi Mark, thanks a lot for your note and glad you like the shirts. You’re most welcome to swing by the cul-de-sac any time! Yes, had a really good visit to see Matt at CNW. I didn’t stay long as I could tell that he was really busy with all these projects and orders, but it was a thrill to finally see his fantastic workshop. See wishes, Mike

[@simonwalker7957]

Many congratulations from your homeland on your retirement. I retired in 2020, earlier than planned but the best decision I made. The next best was purchasing cNw #101 from Bill Greene (the yellow one seen by nearly everyone on KZbin) via Matt in Colorado and imported back to its birthplace. Nice that you got to meet him, he’s such a great guy. I’m sure many subscribers would like to see more of your visit if you have it to share.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Simon! Yes, I have seen that video many times! Congratulations on your commando. Yes, it was a really enjoyable trip to see Matt in Colorado. All the best, Mike

[@Colin399]

Congrats on yours retirement Mike, enjoy.

[@JohnMcClain-p9t]

Congratulations on retirement Mike, hope you enjoy it as much as I have in the past year! The steam train was exactly right to close out the video, been a long time since I saw one live. I hope to see many more visits to the cul-de-sac in the coming years I hope I get the chance to someday myself!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi John, thanks a lot for your note. I hope all is well and yes, you are most welcome to visit the cul-de-sac any time. Yes I loved seeing that steam train. We could hear it every morning that we were there in the local motel and I got up early to try and catch it before it set off on the ride to Silverton. Best wishes, Mike

[@mofosheee01]

Congrats!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you very much!

[@larrys.3992]

Congratulations Mike! I retired 10 years ago. Best decision I ever made. You’re going to love it!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Larry! Cheers, Mike

[@nicolasdolley3882]

Congratulations you seem so young😮

[@obfuscator]

Congrats on the retirement. Would you please consider making a T-shirt with a small logo on the front and tiger head on the back? Sort of combining two of your existing ones but into something more understated (Series A front and Series B in the back) Thanks!

[@swooshdave]

The plan is to change up the designs occasionally so keep an eye out. I’m not sure about something too understated but you never know.

[@thakery5720]

Very pretty part of the world to retire in Mike, enjoy !

[@biffadog2]

Best wishes for your retirement, you have retired almost a year to the day after my retirement from the AA as a Patrol in the UK. Your videos have been a great part of my activities during my new found time, having acquired a Vincent Shadow, to breathe new life into it. I must say thankyou for taking the time to put the helpful restoration videos together. Enjoy your time, and keep up the good work 😊

[@johnrowley4993]

Congratulations Mike. Hope you enjoy a wonderful retirement 👍

[@TN-D18]

Kudos on retirement and great that you have a passion that will keep you young in the years ahead. Enjoy!!!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you very much! Yes, the projects and video editing. Certainly keep me active. I’m loving every minute every retirement so far. Best wishes, Mike

[@BrendanGM]

Congratulations on your retirement Mike - enjoy! Now there's time for more of your highly anticipated projects. And Shep. ;)

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi Brendan. Yes, finally I think I will start making progress on some of the projects that have been staring at me for the last few years! Best wishes, Mike

[@alanhodge984]

mike my tshirt just arrived it looks GGGGRRREEEAAATT! top quality material and printing thanks!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Awesome! Thank you for letting me know. I’m glad you like it. That’s great news. Cheers, Mike 👍

[@stewy62]

Congratulations Mike, I retired a couple of years ago but for about half of that time I have done a bit of part-time on my old job ! I still enjoy it but didn’t want the responsibility I previously had. I’m managing to get more riding in compared to when I was working full time so I’m happy ! Reading between the lines I’m thinking your employer was sorry to see a valued employee go. I’m sure though you’ll have plenty to occupy you in the future on two wheels ! 🇬🇧

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks Stewy, I really appreciate your note. Yes, there was a lot going on at the end and I’m really happy with the decision that I made. It was beginning to impact my health and I have not regretted the decision for a nanosecond! Really enjoying my time, catching up on the projects and videos and have several videos in the queue. Best wishes, Mike

[@kengerard1540]

Happy retirement Mike. I did it a few years ago. Enjoy.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks, Ken. I appreciate your note. Yes, I’m so happy. I made the decision. Best wishes, Mike

[@robertwells6454]

Good for You Sr. Like Your content & You. Love the Bike's old & new & all brands as well. Really like the old Brit. iron. I have a 67 & a 72 both are basket cases. One has bin hard tailed. Going to build one out of the two. Hard tail frame is in better shape but I am struggling with the idea of riding a hard tail only. Plus that one is the only one with a title.🙄 Enjoy Your retirement & keep Your knee's in the breeze! Cheer's 😎👌

[@spodokomoto5020]

Good for you 👍

[@wdhewson]

Retirement is great, but I tapered into that state over about 7 years. I still do a lot of work and "meditate" with a wrench in my hand !!

[@GrahamMeehan]

Happy Retirement enjoy your time

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thanks very much, Graham!

[@bsimpson6204]

Congratulations on your retirement Mike, lot's of time for bikes now if the wife let's you lol. I retired two years back but the weather here in the UK has been really poor so not much riding ☹ A mate and I rode that stretch of road plus many more ten years back on rental Harleys, good bikes in their way but a Bonneville would have been a lot more fun, ride safe.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks! I hope all is well. Yes, I don’t know where the time has gone already, but I am managing to catch up with projects and videos and have several in the queue already. Best wishes, Mike

[@geordienufc3132]

I was lucky enough to retire at 55 and it was the best thing I ever did.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you, George, yes, I agree! It’s the best decision I’ve made. It feels so different already. Best wishes, Mike

[@BMWrider18]

Congrats on retirement.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Many thanks! Best wishes, Mike

[@VonRyansExpress-v3r]

Its great to be retired - I have done the same thing recently - after 53 years of work !! . . . Congratulations to you and have a long and happy retirement . . I would really like to ask a question - I have been subscriber for a long time and am sure I have not missed a video as a result but I have not seen any references to the beautiful "Manxman" project for some time . . . Its beautiful Red Seat is seen in the background occasionally but what has happened to the machine itself ? . . . I feel deprived, have I missed something ? All the best.- like the "Merch" !

[@michaelcase8574]

Let me add my congratulations on your retirement! I've always wondered what industry you worked in.I would have guessed something in tech. Glad to see your new merch. Now that you are retired the extra money will come in handy! LOL! Cheers!

[@philmuskett265]

Retirement -- best job there is!!!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Ha ha, this is the best job I’ve ever ever had so far 😉thanks Phil!

[@jimmarshall807]

Enjoy your retirement!

[@mariansell]

Congratulations on your retirement! Now we can be certain you're headed to Barber in 2 weeks :)

[@TheMightyGarage]

😀😀 ha ha, I wish I could make it this year, but unfortunately I won’t be able to. But we are definitely planning on coming next year and visiting with Rod and the guys. I hope you have a terrific time and the weather holds for you. Best wishes, Mike

[@alanhodge984]

congrats i retired 2 years ago i wonder how i had time to work will get tshirt asap was thinking about getting leaping tiger tattoo but tshirt can be removed at will rather than permanently attached

[@jimh.5286]

Mike, Happy retirement from a fellow retiree! It's tough, but somebody's gotta do it.

[@TheMightyGarage]

😀 Thanks Jim! Having a great time! Best wishes, Mike

[@Kevin-cy9cv]

Hi Mike will you be shipping your merchandise to the UK?

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi Kevin, yes absolutely. I'm working with a global company who produce the merchandise and ship "locally" within country, so that should hopefully help keep some of the shipping costs down. Best wishes, Mike

[@Kevin-cy9cv]

Congrats on your retirement, it's a cliche but if you're anything like me you will be busier than when you were working. a good busy though!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Hi Kevin, that is so true. I don’t know where the days are going. I’ve even started getting up a bit earlier and going to bed a little later, just to feel that I can get more out of the day 😉😀 I guess that’s what happens when you’re having so much fun😉 cheers, Mike

[@tadpoles10]

Plenty of 'free time' to enjoy life or so you think .. 😉 Congratulations Mike, the great escape has finally happened.. 😂 Lots of quality family time to enjoy together 🚶🥾🚴🏍 atvb t ..

[@johnx.k.4603]

Congratulations on retirement! Remember, "better to be shot out of a cannon than squeezed out of a tube" H. Thompson.

[@TheMightyGarage]

Ha ha, yes for sure John! I was certainly feeling the squeeze for sure. It was great to see you this week and he is looking forward to your visit going live 😀😉

[@michaelmathews295]

How can I see if there's any water or varnish in the gas with your mugs when they are those colors inside?

[@TheMightyGarage]

Ha ha, you will have to do the taste test instead 😉

[@packrat61]

Congratulations on your much earned retirement I've got two years to go looking forward to it my son and I are planning a trip up to Oregon and looking at doing highway one down to LA and the across to Sturgis were planning it for 2027 fingers crossed mate cheers for now Gary

[@billy10100]

Yes sorry abt that...I ride a 74 Norvil Commando so shd no better. I apologise:) bored so sorry.

[@TheMightyGarage]

No worries, you'll have to jump on your great bike and go for a ride! 😀

[@soldtobediers]

Blessings be upon your every endeavor. DU69160

[@bruceferguson6637]

Congratulations Mike!

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you very much, Bruce!

[@markdanford1910]

Congratulations on retirement!