This is exactly how much MONEY I make as SAILING Youtuber

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[@AlluringArctic]

I came to check back on this video and half expected to find a potential sh*tshow in the comment section. Especially us Finns are not so good at talking about money and we always expect trouble to come out of it heheh. So thanks for all the nice comments and keep them coming, either positive or negative, I can't reply to each and every one of you but I'll make sure to read through the whole comment section!

[@gregorychaney7604]

Please include Sophie on your boat tour. It would be very interesting to hear her perspective as well.

[@geoffmilner]

I've watched a few of your enjoyable videos but didn't know that you were Finnish until now. Eric's Norwegian, RAN are Swedish and you're Finnish, so I believe I'm just missing a sailing Dane for a full Scandinavian sailing set. Thanks for speaking the language from my country btw.

[@Audion]

🤓🌊🦈🎥✅

[@Sailspirit99]

@@geoffmilner your sailing Dane is Mads & Ava on Sail Life ⛵️😊

[@geoffmilner]

@@Sailspirit99 Thanks for the tip. A Scandinavian full house for the win!

[@kapoorh]

What a calm, straight, honest person you are. Respect!

[@ThunderboltDragon]

Your channel brings something unique compared to most other sailing channels. There is an abundance of tropical sailing channels but very few that does Iceland/northern Europe as you do.

[@RLFilm]

I appreciate you honesty! Wish u all success and will support u!

[@davesavell7054]

You my friend are a breath of fresh air, as well as a world class adventure sailor and honest person ! Cheers to you both

[@StephaneDemers]

Totally agree. Great little ship, great crew and beautiful content. Wishing you a fantastic 2022.

[@jipangoo]

Dave Don't be a suck ass

[@jipangoo]

@@StephaneDemers do you.... blow?

[@sailor5026]

You and Sophie are high latitude sailors in an old boat- a tough environment in which to live, sail, and create videos. Good luck to you both and stay safe.

[@simonpettersson6788]

Her name is Sohvi

[@MiQBohlin]

C'mon folks and give these guys a thumbs up! 👍🏽 After all their efforts making and sharing videos, from remote places, they are worth a 👍🏽 don't ya think?

[@mostlyskills5341]

Your are a very relatable dude! Your sincerity is tremendously appealing to people - you are known, liked and trusted!

[@AlluringArctic]

How do you know that I earn a lot of money? Cause I used hundred dollar bills for the video thumbnail. First I was going with the one dollar bills but then I thought, f*ck it, let's go crazy! PS. I wrote the script and gathered the numbers for this video around 3-4 weeks ago, so my total number of videos is not the same anymore. Also, like I mentioned in the video, the actual amount of hours spent is probably a lot higher (especially when you add things like uploading, thumbnail creation etc), but this gives you some kind of a rough idea! :) EDIT (addition): I came to check back on this video and half expected to find a potential sh*tshow in the comment section. Especially us Finns are not so good at talking about money and we always expect trouble to come out of it heheh. So thanks for all the nice comments and keep them coming, either positive or negative, I can't reply to each and every one of you but I'll make sure to read through the whole comment section!

[@rcpmac]

I wish you were doing better financially. Your filming and editing are top notch! I’ll consider a patreon subscription.

[@ColoradoSailor]

I think you should have added a reality check on the cost of owning a boat (BOAT = Break Out Another Thousand $$$). You should have added in the approximate cost of repairs, maintenance, and updates (rudder!), plus docking and fuel costs, etc. Most people would get an even deeper appreciation of what and where you are doing this. Your adventure is for dedicated and knowledgeable sailors. If you couldn't do or manage all those repairs yourself, you would be up the creek (fjord in your case) without a paddle. Fair winds-and don't hit an iceberg. ;^)

[@pcka12]

Sailing used to be likened to standing under a cold shower & tearing up £10 notes (except standing under the shower was probably cheaper) nowadays it's probably more like £100 notes!

[@momclean]

I appreciate your honesty, and your insight into being a creator on YT. I played on the water some years ago - dinghy/yacht racing and some cruising the waters of Southwest Devon,England, Cornwall and the Channel Islands - it will always be in my blood, but I'm now a land-line in Spain, creating a homestead off grid..I live sailing watching your adventures, and it does my heart good. I'm now an 80yrs young woman :-)) and thankfully healthy and strong.. I'll look forward to your videos, and when finances will allow, I'll become a Patron.. Fair winds my friend..👍👍🥰 That should read " land - lubber " not land line LOL.

[@johnnunn8688]

You need a KZbin channel, it would be very interesting.

[@michaelcohen4545]

@@johnnunn8688 agreed : )

[@jeffw.6821]

You are too honest and ethical for this world. Your family, friends and girlfriend are truly blessed to have you in their lives.

[@reason43poole37]

Things I love about your videos are not in any order of better. There is no hype or overstatement. No music. Your humility and honesty and of course the videos themselves. I love the sailing adventures and the fix-up episodes. I am going to be a Patron today.

[@BillB23]

Your disclaimer's nod to Eric Aanderaa was absolutely priceless! Edit: It was not entirely accurate. I detected zero stable gravy and my BS detector has been calibrated by 70 circles around the sun.

[@FamilyMadVentures]

Juho, you are too honest and modest 😁 Having met you in person, on a boat buying venture, I can say that you guys on KZbin and IRL are the same- down to Earth, practical and fun quirky. Fair winds and may your channel continue to grow to reflect the work you put in and the places you take us.

[@LiaSailing]

Great to see your honesty and transparency! I appreciate the time and effort that goes into your videos, keep up the good work!

[@blearyview2254]

Well done for being so honest and up front. It is no ones business but your own how much you earn for KZbin so no need to apologies to anyone. You are a regular creator doing something many of us wish we could do and probably never will and because you share allows us to dream 😀and who to stay you should not earn some cash from all the effort it takes.

[@matzzeglaeser]

It is simple: You are a cool and very honest guy and I really love your videos. Thats why I love to support you!

[@mikewoodard6984]

Thanks for making this one. I think you made the right choice in publishing it. I have always been curious about the inner workings of youtube publication and the patreon (or similar) platform. I think you did a nice and concise explanation. I appreciate the difficulty of that decision and the personal exposure required to do this video. I am subscribed on YT but not patreon. I'm not a fan of the various social media platforms. I make an exception for YT because of sailing and flying content. I subscribe to those I follow and always give a like to each video I watch. Your channel is one I'd like to contribute to, but I have not gotten over my patreon problem yet. Yes, your unique content is a big reason I am here. I'm not familiar with that part of the world and was shocked to see someone cruising a sailboat in that environment. I was hooked immediately. Very unique and I get a great deal of enjoyment watching and listening. It's an interesting part of the world with interesting people but you and your on board friends are the biggest reason I watch. I find you and Sohvi to be very likeable people and the life you're living very adventurous and admirable. I'm glad you are out there.

[@AlluringArctic]

hi Mike, thanks a lot for the thoughtful comment. And Patreon is definitely not for everyone, most of us are on way too many social media platforms nowadays!

[@robertmaser1337]

Your content is soul food.

[@RealDGH]

This dude is such a lovely person. I’ve seen the top adventure channels (Sailing & Outdoors) and his videos are way more spectacular and fulfilling. The environment and backdrop is ethereal, the conditions are brutal and his personality shines through. In essence we watch adventure videos because we are wishing that was us doing it. His adventure is my virtual journey. Wishing him millions of viewers - soon.

[@kend1053]

I think people will appreciate your transparency and helpful information.

[@AlluringArctic]

thanks Ken!

[@peterwittreich4902]

I totally respect your choice to make this video. Do it once a year. Especially when you become the next la vagabonde!! World needs more transparency.

[@andrewevans7184]

You seem to be an open honest and genuine person who happens to be doing some really adventurous sailing and creating excellent videos. You will do well no doubt about it.

[@RobertSmith-op9zv]

You are the type of person I would enjoy knowing as a friend. I pray you will be safe and that your adventure will be both fun and profitable, or at least pay for itself. I will continue watching.

[@J0EYbagaDONUTS]

What I like best about your channel is that it is so different from every other KZbin channel . No one puts out the content that you do , and I love it . While I'm not a sailor or a skier I still enjoy watching . From spending time on your boat during a Blizzard to kite surfing in the freezing cold puts you apart from anyone else . You might be too honest telling all about your finances but I don't think it's much $$$ at all for what you produce for KZbin viewers . You both do a great job and I always look forward to your next video. Thank You for sharing your unique life with us all .

[@corujariousa]

Thanks for the transparency. This should work as a wake-up call to many delusional folks out there. For the record (my personal opinion), Sailing La Vagabond was much better when they had the monohull. After that they lost sight of their roots (or changed with the extra money flowing in). They still make success but I lost my interest in their content. You are more aligned w/ what I look for in sailing videos. I hope you remain strong and stay the route. I wish you continuous success.

[@terrybaker8349]

SLV lost me around the same time. Went from a rawness of a young couple trying to sail an ex charter boat to a slick expensive professional production. I literally groaned when they jump up and down on their green platform but fly to and from Australia to compete in yacht races. Yes they have been very successful in generating cash, but i sense they were happier without it. They are now locked into a process that is so far from a carefree lifestlye they started with.

[@corujariousa]

@@terrybaker8349 Yes. What turned me off was the fake drama and too many underwater shots of the lady. It was like she was trying to get a modeling gig. Cheers.

[@pwnerpinistic]

My wife and I loved SLV in it’s early days like many. We bought merch from them and proudly wore it and loved their earlier stuff. We bought Elena’s album and played it in our cafe for years…when we worked our butts off, we dreamed of sailing like they were. We would have loved to have met them in the Bahamas and often missed them only by a few nautical miles. We did notice their subscriber total literally explode in a very short period of time and wondered how that happened. We lost interest when the catamaran and baby came along. Not haters, just a couple who doesn’t have kids, likes to focus on sailing and the catamaran life we didn’t relate to. I will defend SLV when Riley was explaining his desire to see a little bit more kick back from the subscribers as I do believe the amount of time and effort to put into producing incredible quality videos IS worth supporting a couple rather than a corporation. They do produce superior videos with great editing and audio. They take the time to actually edit the useless crap or horrible audio from their videos. I would expect this as I believe Elena has the education in her past to do this and it shows. I liked that they transported Greta Thunberg across the Atlantic to deliver her to a climate change conference and yes, while it may be annoying to see them jet set somewhere, I think this is pretty much unavoidable for most of us. I do feel they bring and discuss climate and ocean issues to their videos (in the past - we haven’t watched them in a while) that I like to see discussed as without any discussion, there is zero chance of change. They do, at least to me, appear to be trying to have a smaller carbon footprint than many of us so good on them. I hope their videos haven’t changed a lot with more frequent ads and really pushing PATREON but I wouldn’t know as I haven’t watched them in a while. They way I view it is a reminder is fine but people will find a way to support you if they want to so I don’t like to be “pushed.”

[@rbstretch100]

Yep, the same. I deliberately unsubscribed at that time as I felt I was no longer watching authentic people any more. Media already creates such distorted ideals and most you tubers are the antidote to this.

[@Hei4fun]

What I don´t get is why people support millionaires who probably earn multiple of themselves, even though the video quality is very high without question (I assume they are not editing themselves anymore). Wait until they get the trimaran...

[@Iam-mad]

I apreciate Your honest work, because that many hours in editing makes Your videos so interesting + beautiful! We all can feel You are not doing it for money, but for the love to the winter and the seas - and this honest enthusiasm makes Your work so authentic!

[@johnhammond8077]

Brilliantly honest and the best sailing channel out there………and has 100% persuaded me to go off to Patreon to sponsor you guys!

[@bernardlawson665]

Second your comments

[@jmall92mallinson26]

Regardless of the money I absolutely thank you for letting us into your life it brings joy to mine.

[@jimmytjomsland6132]

Very Honest and I really appreciate the both of You. Wish You had more cash coming in. I must say Your Stories/Videos are a plus in my life. Thank You for having the courage to follow your dreams. Others live vicariously though Your work!!

[@mratliff70]

Thank you for explaining where our contributions go. I happily contribute to a few different channels at the moment, but as the number of channels I am interested in grows, I start to wonder how much of my support each channel really needs.

[@AlluringArctic]

hey Mark, thanks for watching and for your support on Patreon! And for me it's not as much about how much the creators "need" it and more about what kind of content I personally enjoy and want to support. In many ways I don't really "need" the money. But it does let me allocate more time into producing these videos!

[@alexandradane3672]

Your honesty has not alienated me at all. It has strengthened my support for you and your channel of “real “sailing , the real challenges you face . There are so many other channels more swanning and preening (imo) than sailing and all in the same old places . Best wishes to you , AAS

[@azoresmarine]

I know that it is very uncomfortable to speak about money, but I for one, I'm very grateful that you explained it the way you did. It was very informative and honest. Thank you.

[@Fanan67]

You are a honest guy. I thing you make less money then I thought and sincerely It should be more, at least from youtube. 100% Honesty.

[@Carsten-Berlin-Wi]

Thank you for your honesty. As a part time editor you did not calculate the cost of sailing. But you mentioned your taxes, insurance and even pension plan. Your content is great and the technique is very good. The "big channels" you talked about also started small, Capt. Brian/Delos went "all in" and nearly bancrupt. Keep on, all the best for your journey young man.

[@zillafunfun1576]

You provide enjoyment and get paid for it. Fair enough, honest work for honest pay! Keep it up, I love seeing the far away places you go to and if you can offset some of the costs then it’s nothing more than you deserve. Keep it up, I always look forward to your videos, particularly when you trek up some mountain in the middle of nowhere and ski where probably very few people have done it before. In a world of conformity, you go your own way.

[@christophernoto]

I am immensely impressed and touched by your willingness to disclose the financial aspect of this part of your life. Thank you. I am grateful to have found you here.

[@EllwoodSunnell]

As a third generation Swede-Finn, I'm very appreciative of what you do and what you have presented here. I've been on the water in my own boats for most of my adult lifetime (am now 85) and understand your desire to be on the water, and the travels you partake in. I wish you well, and again thank you!

[@TheBigWWI]

You are such a nice and humble guy but you really need to have more Sovhi! She is a doll too. Really appreciate you both and love your videos.

[@karaDee2363]

Juho, I've known from the very start when you 1st started making videos that you were a very honest and transparent person, which is very unique in today's world. I've never cared how much money you make from KZbin and I told you way back that you don't have to disclose how much you make because I never felt that was anyone's business but your own. But now that you have disclosed what you've earned from the videos, I think it's safe to say that you are grossly underpaid for all the splendid work that you do.. and I hope your viewership can support your Channel much more, because you simply deserve more. It's not fair for dishonest people to make more while good and honest people such as yourself makes less. As always, I wish you the very best💖

[@jpeterman57]

I've always wondered the actual figures earned by KZbinrs and your video seems to hit it on the nail! Thank you for the thoughtful content.

[@randymears1378]

You seem honest, sincere, humble and modest. Your videos are first rate in every aspect. This causes me to want to visit Finland. Thank you for everything you do.

[@maxfactorone]

You are a lovely sincere guy. Watched a few of your videos in the last few days. Very informative and enjoyable.. Thanks have been sent by way of a small donation. Good luck with your adventures and your KZbin channel. 👍👍👍

[@paulf897]

Thank you for the honest review. A lot of other sailing channels rely on tropical beaches and girls in bikinis for easy content. Your content is deeper and more interesting. I always watch the adverts for the videos I watch as it will help the creator and from respect for what they do.

[@AlluringArctic]

thanks paul!

[@artpaivio2707]

As a fellow Finn, and as one whom follows those of of you producing sailing lifestyle videos im very pleased to have run accross your feed. You are very unique, in your chosen style. It is 'alluring'.. I live in Cambell River, BC Canada, a town you sailed by on your way further north at a very challenging time of a year. Congrads to you for being rather fearless in tackling these tricky inland wster ways and all my best wishes on succesful voyage north. I do wish i could of met you, when you passed through. All the best on your journeys.. I hope you keep broadcasting your on going trek, where ever it tskes you and your partner.. 😊

[@peterbush7900]

Keep doing what you’re doing and you’ll get there. The quality of your videos and your editing is top-notch!

[@MikeSantis]

Honesty pays back. Thank you for that. And thank you for fantastic videos. Looking forward to follow your adventures guys.

[@stankaplan7747]

As long as you like what you do (to a degree). I've spent 20 years composing & performing many of my original piano works with no compensation and low viewership...just a needle in giant haystack. But hey, I figure as long as KZbin is around, I'll live forever, at least on the small screen!

[@scoutshoe9913]

Your honesty and being transparent is very refreshing. Your videos are real and watchable. Keep it up!

[@eerotarik2567]

Thank you for your honesty, and giving us an insight into your thoughts. Keep sailing, keep sharing your adventure with us. Thanks!

[@jamesgordon2289]

I really have gained an appreciation of your transparency and honesty in this video. it speaks volume to your character. Well done and also thank you

[@michellethelander1735]

This was a great vid to share the process. Your shows are very enjoyable because of you and your content. Also, never feel ashamed of earned income. You work very hard and deserve the success. Thank you!

[@SawdustmakerLori]

Thank you for being so transparent in explaining the finances involved in creating video's. I think more people will want to support your work and that of other KZbin creators after learning how much time and expense goes into it. Wishing you all the best and thank you for putting out such beautiful and interesting work for everyone to enjoy!

[@johnreed1840]

Thank you very much for sharing this. I appreciate the risks you took in doing so. Most of all thanks for the channel. Your insights and authenticity are unique.

[@benduckx9367]

Very educational; thanks for your honesty! Few would share your transparency into financials. Well done; I trust you will continue to grow your base...your vids are quality vids.

[@-TheRealChris]

Thank you so much for your honesty and transparency! I really wish more channels (and people in general) where like this.

[@csteingraber]

As someone who does video production for a living, I always think about how both for youtubers, and for professionals in the video industry as a whole, many people both have no idea the amount of work that goes in and on top of that some think it’s easy and not a real skill or talent. But you are putting a lot of your life into it. I’m grateful for the content. I think this video builds awareness of the fact that youtubers really do have a hefty full time job and you are definitely filling a gap. Your video on sailboat heaters was my first it was awesome! Keep it going and goodluck turning into a living so you can focus even more on the content and lifestyle. Thanks for your hard work!! Ps after this i will definitely make sure not to calculate what i spend on equipment! At least not until I do my taxes that is.

[@jonssailing]

Thank you! Please know, you are the most real and honest of all the sailing channels. I regularly watch around 15 as a good cross section of those out there and have been following KZbin sailing since 2009, so my comments should be considered somewhat valuable. Keep keep creating. Your videos are some of the best!

[@joecrafted]

Thanks for the insight and honesty! The end number per hour did not shock me, having edited a few very short YT videos and knowing what kind of time goes into each one. I enjoy this channel because of how straightforward you are and also because you do so much content that is really unique in an already niche video space. I'll prob never sail in the arctic and am not even sure I'll ever do really long passages for quite a while, but seeing folks do this kind of sailing makes me happy, and there is no other platform that would have exposed me to either, so thanks YoutTube!

[@martinrobson9770]

You're very relatable mate! You describe things really well and always have interesting content.

[@gregorychaney7604]

I really appreciate your honesty and down to earth approach. I think you should be extremely proud of your accomplishments and I hope you are able to earn enough to realistically support yourself. Your winter activities are a unique and wonderful aspect of your production. It is great to see a high latitude sailing channel. As an Alaskan I find it is truly enjoyable and inspiring. Cheers from Juneau

[@SmallSailboatCruising]

Thanks Juno for dispelling some of the myths around monetising a KZbin channel. Your honesty is like a breath of fresh air. You have very reasonable expectations of getting a fair return on your time. Considering the entertainment value you provide you deserve to prosper in every sense of the word. It’s hard work and if you just did it for the money you would lose heart. Keep pressing on and may you get an avalanche of viewers subscribing. Cheers Chris.

[@greghall14]

I commend you mate on a very honest and upfront video. I have always enjoyed not only your videos, but also you as a person, this video just reinforces why that is so. All the best to you and I sincerely hope your channel continues to grow substantially.

[@steadmanuhlich6734]

Juho, I have enjoyed every one of your videos I have seen (most you have produced). You do have a unique channel and sailing focus. I think this video is very good, helpful to others, and a good sign of your transparency and honesty about the costs and challenges you have faced so far. I do have a friendly, easy to implement, suggestion for your channel. I encourage you to start your videos by a very brief introduction of yourself, something like "Hi, I'm Juho, from Finland, I started sailing...and my goal is...and my partner Sophia and I are ...join us as we explore Iceland, snowboard, etc..." and I would do that each and every video. Each one. Make it a part of your "intro" to the video. Also, I think most of the sailing channels that keep the viewers engaged (and that leads to more Patreon supporters) do so by making some kind of "Here is who I am, and YOU (viewer) are with us...'" I think many of the viewers like feeling like they are "there" with you, imagining what it is like, etc. To be frank, i did not know your name until watching several of your videos, and was not certain where you started (though i suspected Finland because of your accent), or how you supported yourself (translation mentioned in this video). Those are things that are personal details, but help a new visitor to your channel get some kind of possible connection. I came across your channel by chance, and started watching because I always dreamed of sailing in Arctic waters. Then when I saw you got Artika (the boat), I was again interested in following your refit and use of that particular expedition boat. I think making a brief intro for each video, that clearly says your name, where you started, and your goals, can help hook some new viewers who will want to follow you, especially if they have not viewed any of your previous videos. Hope this comment helps. Fair Winds and steady as you go! :)

[@robertcarkeek8391]

You're awesome and I hope your subscriptions leap to one million because of your good nature and the content you provide.

[@PietroAndreoletti]

I admire your honesty and candor, I was intrigued by your explaination (never really looked into how youtube revenues work before), I like a lot your videos, and finally I was surprised on how little you make through youtube, so I have just subscribed in Patreon. Honesty pays back !

[@altenneson7132]

Thanks for being so open. look forward to the next video

[@lloydhw6852]

Comments to video show how well we as viewers respect your honest and detailed explanation of cost and return. Thank you for doing this.

[@AlluringArctic]

That's because I've deleted and banned a lot of the negative comments heheh ;)

[@billie4787]

Thanks for making this video. Loved the transparency and honesty. Start following you due to that and your amazing content (don’t worry about being relatable btw! You are definitely a source of inspiration!)

[@leo169]

Hi Juho, appreciate your courage in being up front about a topic that has the potential for some to take the wrong way. And had a good laugh at the 0% Sailing 100% BS reference. Looking forward to the walk through of Arctika. All the best going forward, you have some very unique content. :)

[@DougVarble]

Please don’t ever change! You are incredible and I get to see things through your eyes I would never see in life! Your humor is amazing like the warning on this video….

[@lj9503]

This was a very interesting video, thank you! (And thanks for your usual content as well!) In terms of the hourly rate, you might want to calculate that based on a shorter timespan (say the last 6 months), to account for the fact that both your viewership and your skill as an editor have increased. Your latest videos probably have a better return than the earlier ones where you spent a whole week editing 10 minutes of finished material, and this will probably be a better indicator of future performance. Anyway, thanks again, love your videos!

[@gv8181]

I applaud your honesty, transparency and courage. This video is evidence you are a humble and genuine person. No BS. Enjoy your adventure, and keep doing what you do, and I have no doubt your channel will grow as people get to know you and appreciate your creations. Well done so far.

[@tupla693]

Some of the sailing channels that I have been following for years really have turned towards just trying to make more and more money like their yearly earnings that go over a million just isnt enough. Refreshing to watch smaller youtuber with an honest take. Never change even if your channel grows!

[@kehenabeach4418]

I 100% appreciate a peek behind the curtain! I’ve always thought your channel comes across as genuine and sincere. Your honesty and straightforward presentation of the Sailing genre is definitely worth watching. I’ve always been drawn to the Sea/Ocean and with your channel it allows me to imagine another way of life! It takes a special kind of mindset setting off into the “Great Unknown” with little assurance Mother Nature will oblige! May the wind be always at your back May the sun shine warm upon your face Keep up the great work!

[@sumobear2031]

What an honest and informative video, It just goes to show how lucky we are to have your channel. I have also found you and erik are amongst a very few of the sailing youtubers that actually focus on sailing, as most of them now have made their blogs into a show about themselves and for that reason i have unsubscribed to most of them recently. Your videos are superb and i thank you for making them. I'm retired and disabled on a low income, but if i could afford it, yours is one of the blogs i'd support.

[@nprovenzo]

Thank you so much for sharing this insightful video! It's not often that we get to see the financial aspect of being a sailing KZbinr. Your transparency and willingness to discuss earnings really helps to shed light on what life is like behind the scenes for content creators in this niche. I appreciate the valuable information you've provided, and I'm sure others will find it useful as they consider pursuing a similar path. Keep up the fantastic work, and I look forward to watching more of your sailing adventures!

[@walterradcliffe5639]

Thank you for your honesty. Keep up the good work young man. Thoroughly enjoy your videos. It's an amazing way to see how other people live. The world is an amazing place.

[@gobfranklin6759]

You always come across so honest and believable. I appreciate your candor and how you guys get in and do a lot of the work! Best wishes to you both in the future.

[@SailingTipsCa]

Amazing video - thanks for making it real for everybody!!! Your content is not only unique in terms of location, but you also come across as very authentic, personable, and believable as a person!

[@SVBlownAway]

Thanks for sharing and the transparency - you did however miss out one piece of equipment , a sailing channel without a boat isn't a sailing channel , by the time you equate the cost of owning and operating your boat your net income is NEGATIVE $$$$$$ people think that you tube channels are begging for cash , most are just e buskers , free entertainment for the masses , we do it because we enjoy it . fair winds - Natalie , Ian , Nelson

[@fergusmccormack6876]

A very informative and interesting video! I really like your KZbin channel because you are a "No Bull Shit what you see Is what you get type of Guy" keep up the good work 👍

[@flightplan1000]

I've occasionally looked in at your videos in the past year. The biggest reason was that I spent 16 years in Alaska sailing my wooden 33 foot sloop, with some Winter sailing when possible. Also, I worked as crew on a 121 foot wildlife research boat specializing in the Aleutian Islands, the Beaufort Sea and some of the Russian Siberian coast. All of this sailing gave me a love and fascination with the higher latitudes. I'm now retired but I still remember what that part of the world is like and your and Eric's channels helps me relive that all over again. Thanks. As for the money you make, it isn't near enough...

[@SailingSeaDreamofClyde]

Hey John! Do you have any blogs or the like? I'd be very interesting in hearing about your experiences in the Aleutian Islands as I plan to sail my 33ft sloop that way this summer! Cheers. -Trevor

[@George-vf7ss]

John, Where do we find out more of what you did...Don't be shy, we want to know.

[@garyd3330]

Truly genuine honest guy, love your attitude and content, keep up the great work...

[@davidtessier3238]

Many thanks for taking the time to put this one together. I greatly enjoy your channel and your style. And I appreciate that the "inner workings" of KZbin and Patreon have not warped (as they have many others) nor homogenized your unique way of sharing. Do please stay your course! Cheers, David, S/v Trois Bouleaux (an Alberg 30), Georgian Bay/Lake Huron Canada.

[@Adventures_with_Ayla]

I find you very honest, hard working and sympathetic and hope for you that your channel will grow in the future. Thank you for sharing your adventures with me as an old sailor still being adventurous regarding other sailors stories and still sailing a fair bit myself. I’ll pick up my newly bought (used) boat in Lagos, Portugal in 14 days and spend the next 3-4 month to sail her home to Denmark in order to go sailing high lattitudes for the coming years 🤩. Fair winds to you and Sovi…

[@papounet4842]

Very informative and honest. You did the right thing like always (Yeah I like Spike Lee movies !). Regarding your audience and if I go on with the analogy with movies, some directors make blockbusters which may be decent or not and some creators will always have a limited audience but will be remembered as very gifted. You and a few others can be proud of what you achieve : producing a very decent and entertaining content in a indisputable style. That's more than many will ever do ! 0% bikini girl, 100% wilderness it's a pretty good ratio, all in all ✌

[@juanmanuelperez8657]

Hey! Thank you so much for your videos. I enjoy them and learn from them so much! Not to say how nice smooth feeling you give by being sincere and straight forward. For me it is just priceless

[@snakeplisken4278]

You should be very proud. Thanks for the honesty as well, that will go a long way to your success. Well done.

[@davidc6510]

A pretty honest state of the glory and extreme wealth experienced by KZbinrs. I have heard from many channels that it takes 1-2 hours per minute to pull together a video for publication. The real successful YT sailors work their behinds off to build their subscriber base - it is a long road to get to the top. What I have really liked about this channel is the drone footage above the Arctic watching you, Sohvi, and friends have a great time sailing, carving up fresh powder, and showing us beautiful places I would previously not given a thought to visit but now that I have seen them I would love to visit them. Part of the expense of a YT sailor is the boat - they are not cheap to buy nor maintain. Keep developing the channel Juho - it has great possibilities for growth. Thanks for sharing!

[@sailingfordummies.capt.sli4811]

Honestly, I think is no one's business how much you make. Your honesty is appreciated but ABSOLUTELY NO NEED TO SHARE your wages. I am happy for you and enjoy your videos a lot. Be safe 🙏

[@sailingsoulmate7551]

I love your channel. We live in Michigan and sail the lake in the summer - it's so beautiful but we haul out each fall. So watching your channel is like balm to the soul and proof that winter sailing can be done on ocean waters. Thank you for the hard and honest work you do. It matters and we appreciate what sounds like a sacrifice on your part to bring amazing and unique content. Fair winds my friend!

[@marcushampton2075]

I think your content is really unique. To sail your boat to go spring skiing in Alaska combined 2 of my three favourite activities. The other one is motorcycling. So thank you so much and keep going. You are worth it.

[@judyraymond7041]

Thank you for your honest and thorough portrayal of the financial aspects of YouTubing that I have been curious about. At 1.45 hours of work for each minute created you’ve confirmed that is too much work for me. My hat is off to you for making the effort. And it’s paying off… your videos get better and better each time! Thank you for making the effort and taking us on your adventure!

[@user-hg7xu5kd7f]

I've watched your channel for quite some time. I just came across this episode. You are appreciated. You take us to places that most people have never been. Thank you from Lodi, California.

[@Hawkeye188]

I stumbled across your channel and your forthrightness and honesty have me hooked. Can’t wait to start watching. Cheers😀

[@jimzeglobal2357]

Appreciate the openness and honesty, we all have one life and you should live it and share information as you wish. I look forward to many more videos :-)

[@thegismobile]

good on you for being so transparent and honest and answering the questions peps wanna know. thanks

[@AngeloXification]

Your videos are so calming. I feel like yours and a few other channels have made me realise how much freedom we have if we work for it. I could sail the world if I really put my mind to it.. almost anyone could

[@DwightAErnest]

Yes, far from putting me off, this made me feel even more loyal to your channel. Thanks for the transparency and detail.

[@daryldavis7446]

I've quit watching the other yt channels, I only subscribe to yours now. You folks are honest and straight forward and I for one, appreciate that.