We have something to tell you - Ep. 309 RAN Sailing

[@gatemana5]

Some guys have all the luck and one of those guys is me. I am so thankful I discovered you when I was a young man of only 86 years. Now I'm 91 and look for you every week. I did many of the things you've done, the highlight being a voyage from Maryland to Bermuda and back again in 1975. Thank you for being such good and decent people and for allowing us to accompany you. I hope you and your family always have fair winds and that you travel safely.

[@kit2130]

Sounds like you’ve had some great adventures!!

[@MrHellfinger]

91! Sir, you made it well past the average mile marker. Respect that. I bet you have seen a lot in your time and have stories of an age most of us have only seen on TV and the movies. Most people are not so lucky to see past 80 with the ability to watch KZbin and make comments as you did. Keep doing what you do because it is obviously working. Personally, I am hoping you reach age 120+. Keep on keepin' on as they said the year I was born (50 years ago). Thank you! I feel a sense of hope in reading your comment.

[@philgray1023]

We race against a skipper who is 95. He's a cunning old fox and wins races against some formidable opposition. Nothing beats experience but more experience.

[@aksitatar9184]

I've been following Ran S. for years...Your videos're somehow has a calming effect on me...Love you 💖

[@zerofox7347]

Me too it’s because they are so genuine, No showing off just a lovely sailing family.

[@sanantoniotonight5569]

The best sailing channel, period. You guys are a blessing, so honest, and so happy inside and out. So many other channels have gone downhill in many ways. You guys remain just like we love you, thank you.

[@highvibe4839]

Very much agree, ran are extremely Authentic, balanced, they haven’t sold out to massive Corporations!

[@claudehopper9813]

Will be really interesting seeing what catches your eye ?

[@nooneanybodyknows1321]

I'm shocked, I wasn't expecting this. You just now got her the way you want her. She is such a nice boat. IMHO, you've been offered an amount you just can't refuse. Congrats, to the new prospective owners and to you too. I'm looking forward to the search and future adventures. BTW, the tall ships were the best. I too loved the Mexican boat with the people stationed on the beams. 👏👏

[@KapteeniKuutamo]

I agree, the payback must have been substantial to cut the well-begun flight this short. Weird pareon in the sense that next ten-or-so episodes will be about finding yet another boat, putting it together and taking it where the sailing gets interesting. See you in some six months and all the best for the search!

[@johnnyhag675]

I loved that boat. I've said it's the best mono-hull on KZbin.

[@highvibe4839]

That’s because it is, it was 😢. Don’t worry, they will find another beauty!

[@ardourallen3799]

Congratulations on the opportune Ran II sale. I hope you can find your dream Ran III without being landlocked for too long, a sailor's frustration. I understand the Pacific could be more comfortable with a 50, but saying goodbye to the Najad 440 must be a bitter-sweet moment, especially for all your followers who daydream about owning one.

[@alexpapa2968]

52 fot Garcia, nailed it!! Go for it!!

[@Ed-dd5kg]

Hi guys. I might have just what you need ! We have a 45fty round bigger sailing boat. We bought it from Curacao ! Then did some 11,000 miles gallapogus etc we are now back in the Ukrainian, vat and other cents sorted… We have bee restoring her (new engine 200 miles new fdioaform rig, lotus of life in it..) etc.. sadly i have Parkinsons and we will be unable to complete the refit… what are your thoughts?

[@Sarasdad91]

I'm sure RAN 2 is worth much more than she was when you bought her. And noone can deny all the amazing work you 2 have done on the boat, because it's on video. Besides Vera is growing fast and she'll need more space. Can't wait to see your next boat.

[@TheTishh]

I love it when good things happen to good people.

[@sucapizda]

Thats awesome. Time for a Amel 50 or a HR 52 hard top, or Swan 60. Get something that needs some work some get some DIY content for a year or so. That would be the optimal situation for me. Thats what Im looking for in other people being boats. LOL.

[@andreasweber7828]

I’d say Someone made smart move to purchase RAN II, a very healthy looking, sturdy boat.

[@MiQBohlin]

Aye m8s! This is why Ran II have been in a totally crazy position the last weeks…

[@Deke1]

RAN III search begins!

[@thommeyer6356]

What a surprise to hear you’re selling the boat, and what a lucky patron, who is purchasing RAN 2! So excited to see the candidates for RAN lll. Good luck!

[@chuckhillier4153]

I hope that your new boat will be a monohull. My boat is far smaller than yours but similar in that it too is a monohull. A cat would be difficult for me to relate to.

[@Tomm9y]

I wasn't expecting this news. You have done such a great job upgrading RANII, from significant upgrades such as the integrated in mast furling, to lithium batteries, I could see why she is fabulous opportunity for a new owner.

[@guymanges3628]

Bummer, life goes on...Good luck...

[@edwinfennema1886]

What a special news. Selling this beautiful Najad. And what now? The choise will be difficult but something new is always exiting.

[@robertseguin5892]

Maybe you can make a deal similar to what LA Vagabond got whit Outremer and get a Garcia 52 mono or a 52 catamaran, LA Vagabond is moving to a Rapido 60. Outrmer and Garcia are sister company, so a deal is possible. Best of luck

[@BillColeExperience]

Go for it couples who sail around the world can say "let's sell the boat". Why not? Inspirational.

[@davidnichols147]

Fabulous! We can't wait to go sailing on RAN III. Our best to you and the Family.

[@bowlinggreenoil]

Congratulations! Your enduring family qualities will ensure success where ever you go and in what ever in go in. Best wishes!

[@cfield1468]

I love watching Vera growing up 🥰

[@johnlysic6727]

Very surprised - this will certainly mean another trip to the Seldon mast company - that new system they built for RAN 2 is going to be difficult to live without for sure - very interested to see how the search for the new boat pans out

[@donnakawana]

My sister lives in Aruba an has a guest house she rents out... Happy for you all ... Beautiful!! ✌🏻💗😊❣️

[@ryanh4889]

Exciting! I see Ran 2 just arrived in Miami Florida.

[@paulwells4979]

Congratulations on the sale of the sailing vessel.

[@gustafchurn8282]

Great storyline, I thought it would be another baby on the way!!

[@johngilchrist1224]

oh to be young again and keep moving as you do, oh to have that energy again, all the very best in your hunt for your new home

[@billmead5052]

Yeah - let's go boat shopping!!!!

[@johnmaliskey7951]

I recommend a Hangsteger X-1..... A bit pricy but touted to be sailed on a minimal crew............. 🙃😁🤣 But Please ................. But please......... NO Lagoon 45's ......... 😳🤓 ............ enjoy

[@David-qo6hb]

Wow! At 07:26 did Vera really say "a$$ cockpit"? LOL! That was so cute! The way Johan chuckled while she just moved on was priceless! This is huge news...it seems like you just got RAN II, and did so much work on her. The custom tender davit, custom solar arch, new spray hood/bimini, custom name sticker, etc. etc. -- It will be exciting to watch you go through the shopping search...take us along to see all the boats you go too see!

[@espowari]

Just now catching up. Can't wait to see RAN III !

[@thegoodwood.71]

Sweet can't wait to see your Garcia Exploration 52 . Lol

[@JohnR-NZ]

Well that's a surprise I thought Ran II would be your blue water cruiser for a few more years to come especially with the effort you had put into getting her set up like you have but you obviously have your reasons. I have been following you since you bought her and have enjoyed every episode and have also watched several from Ran I. I agreed with Marin's comments about packing up and little Vera going around her home looking for her toys and food, for her it would be the same as if you moved house and packed everything up. I hope you all enjoy the time ashore catching up with family and friends and look forward to your search for your next home that and can float and cruise the world. 👍🇳🇿

[@bdphourde]

I have had my eye on a boat for several months that is in Willemstad, Curacao, that is tied up at a marina where it is Med-moored to a narrow wood plank dock about 4' from, and parallel to, the shore, between two large pilings! The boat is a 1982 cutter-rigged ketch Formosa 68' with a black hull. The pictures show it to be in very good condition inside. It looks to be little used as it's hailing port is Park City, Utah. It is configured with 2 almost identical staterooms mid-forward and 1 master aft, all with "en-suite" heads. The large bow locker is configured with a crew quarter V-berth. The masts are both in-mast furling and the inner forestay has a hank-on jib and and a boom. The forward forestay has a Genoa on a roller furling. There is a teak swim platform on the transom and 2 large polished SS davits affixed high on the transom. It has the shallow draft configuration with a rotating centerboard tha allows for a draft of 5'>11'. This vessel was NOT configured with a bow sprit, but a very few were. It is VERY roomy down below. I don't need one this big but it would sure allow me to have friends on board to help crew for me. The asking price just went down from $200K USD to $175K USD. That is the prime reason I would go for a boat this big. The secondary reason would be to ensure I had the storage room for enough ice cream for a circumnavigation! ;) This search

[@McTroyd]

I know you all are not prone to click bait, and that was indeed newsworthy! A bit sad, as I feel you just broke _Ran II_ in, but your explanation makes sense. Good luck finding _Ran III!_ I'll be following. 👍️

[@tomcraddock244]

Wow !! I know someone’s getting a fantastic boat !!! I can’t wait to see what you get and watch you work your magic on another boat. Fair winds ⛵️

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

Best of luck finding new boat. Love u sharing your journeys with us 🇨🇦

[@genesmith4019]

Ran II is such a sweet boat. Who wants to bet Ran III will have massive headroom in the galley?

[@barrystone2122]

Whoever gets that boat is going to be tickled pinkless LOL I don't know how you feel about cats The mumby 50 ,or the HH50 ,or 60 .me , I love your home..! But I also like Helzberg rassy. But keep in mind who the real Captain is menny me.haha , seriously good luck guys on your quest.🤔🤓😎😁

[@KP_1843]

How exciting! It's always a pleasure to watch your vlog adventures. Your respect for each other and the world you live in is a beautiful thing.

[@rj7411]

Great news and congratulations on your new baby!

[@raymckee2450]

I was over the moon when you chose the Najad 440 mainly because it was a Scandinavian yacht. I am Australian and have had my 3 favourite channels Ran Sailing, Sail life with Mads and Ava and Free Range sailing. I have been watching all three for some years now. I am stunned, but so excited to see you upgrading. You are emptying your boat on this current Island so maybe, it's your friends here that are going to buy it!! I am not asking, I am happy to wait. That is half of the fun!! Free Range are farming at the moment ( I love watching the farming) so for sailing, it's you and Mads& Ava. I really can see you and Malin on a boat around the 50 feet or more! Such exciting news about the upgrade! Whoever is buy RAN 2 is getting a great yacht.

[@cliftontibbits6644]

Wow… that’s awesome news..nothing but best wishes to you and your family… I’ve always liked you guys and what you represent… smooth sailing friends, take care…

[@duncanrothwell8225]

Sounds like Hallberg-Rassy 50 , I think your favourite boat !!!😂😂😂😂

[@andrewjames7616]

Thankyou and good luck in all you do 👍

[@kennethhammond6683]

Was not expecting that! I had settled into a year or two on the waves exploring the South Pacific, I thought you were going to tell us Vera is expecting a new brother or sister, now I am back to the boatyard, either way I will be signing on for the next chapter, looking forward to our the next shared adventure, never a dull moment on Ran Sailing.

[@PetterErikssonn]

Love the boat hunts, it's great to see the process. Good luck and happy hunting!

[@Buzzcook]

Good luck on finding the best boat.

[@prereed]

Congratulations on your new journey.

[@davidcogan4930]

Good luck Guys all the best on the Hunt

[@stephenmeyer3284]

So happy for you. Sounds like an Amel is in your future. Lots in Carib. Center cockpit. World sailor. But whatever you end up with we are wishing you the best.

[@nancyrautmann1636]

I think I'm as excited about RAN III as you are! Thanks for taking me along on this journey with you.

[@pmnfernando]

unexpected news but will be great to go on another boat hunting and kitting up adventure

[@christianblais2879]

This is the second time .I'm not surprised. That man is so good at maintenance and repair and upgrade. You know that if you are looking for a boat, you can make an offer with confidence. They can buy , upgrade and sell until they find their dream boat. Good investment decision.

[@tommyedodson2412]

Not quite the 'something' I expected but Congrats and hope the next RAN will be the boat of your dreams. Maybe one that will accommodate room for a playmate for Vera (no pressure that's left up to the parents of course). The new owners are getting one gem of a boat for sure.

[@johnwalker6711]

Wow that news was a surprise , good luck with finding the new boat , great footage of the tall ships ! Fair Winds

[@basiaboy]

I was just thinking how big Vera has gotten. Such a long way from the morning sickness as you cruised the west coast of California from Alaska, Hawaii and Panama. Making me nostalgic I think I’ll rewatch where you lost the anchor. Congratulations on the boat sale, seems everyone is getting new boats these days. Dan, Houston

[@Dannny_Mac]

Wow two and a half years!! It seems just a short while ago. My how time flies. I look forward to following you on your adventures with your new boat. My last boat was a Heavenly Twins Catamaran. We kept her on the Chesapeake for twenty eight years until my health gave out. We let her go to a great family and now sail with great people like yourself through You Tube. Thank you very much for sharing your experience’s with us. ❤️

[@scottrader6411]

8:32 what? It didn't even feel like a year from this end ;) how time flies....congratulations!

[@tomjodisamibock]

Thanks

[@Karma-fp7ho]

Fun! What an adventure !

[@rerolley]

All your KZbin viewers will miss Ran 2, but will be fascinated to see you pick out Ran 3. Perhaps it should have 3 masts?

[@johnklinker4260]

Although RANII will be sorely missed, I am so looking forward to your new adventure of boat shopping. I have watched every episode since your 2106 departure from your home port in Sweden. I experience cruising vicariously through your video productions and very much love watching you two and beautiful Vera.

[@kennethwheeler9520]

I subscribed back in the search for RAN 2. Can't wait to see what you find on this search.

[@nickypendleton4066]

I cant wait to see your boat search and final choice.. I would love to see my Favorite sailing family in a Kraken..maybe you will win the lottery !

[@petra7322]

Great episode, your videos are so calm and enjoyable, Vera is the cutest🌷❤️

[@robertcapen6814]

Love it! Go big, go fast, go all electric, go Rapido Trimaran!

[@moniquezwart1961]

That’s a surprise only in one episode 😉 and after all the upgrades and hard work. Good luck in finding RAN 3👍

[@kristaready8812]

Congratulations on your new adventure. Can't wait to follow along with you 🤗

[@geekdomo]

So exciting! When I saw the title I thought for sure a baby was on the way! New boat is cool as well.

[@paulawatson-dryden5241]

That’s awesome!

[@deraneaton2576]

Sweet footage of the "Cuaheltemoc" (Mexico) and "Cisne Branco" ('White Swan' -- Brazil) coming down the channel. Sailors riding the yardarms with a well-dressed ship is impressive. My crew went aboard both ships, and the "Guayas" (Ecuador). Back in 2012, those ships and more made port in Baltimore, MD, USA. The British Ambassador also visited to declare peace at Ft. McHenry -- 200 years after the War of 1812. If the "Guayas" arrived, they usually have a really GOOD band -- enough to dance to after walking several miles/kilometers, until your feet are sore but happy. 😁 Blessings, S/V Windwalker

[@SVBlownAway]

Hey guys - Good luck with the boat search

[@maviarab]

Wasn't expecting that news...best of luck guys.

[@BobMuk08]

Those tall ships...Magnificent. In English, we call the crew in the rigging like that... 'Manning the Yard Arms.'

[@Malcolmlgrant]

Congratulations on that, bigger boat bigger family,☺️

[@jipi44]

Congratulations i will keep following you three. Good luck with your search.

[@hartfischer5509]

So now you are back to where you started from:) Back to Sweden, find your next boat, and sail the Atlantic all over again :)

[@junipershull23skidoo]

yaaaaayyyy!!!! more boat tours!!! yes please

[@tonnierooker5374]

Be happy with what you have. Of course something news is always nice but you have just learned Ran two. You are spoiled a little bit. 😋😁

[@roberttorres809]

Wow, what great news guys! I hope to God that you guys get that aluminum boat and nothing less then 50 feet…,

[@thejerseylady1]

Oh wow, such exciting news. Sending all good thoughts your way on that score. Thanks for sharing the tall ships. We have those tall ship festivals in the US Great Lakes too and it is magnificent to see them, especially so far inland for those of us who don't live by the ocean. Take care God bless, Gloria 🐂

[@freedomrider30]

OMG! RAN lll??? How awesome guys!!! 👍👍😎😎😎

[@Medard1947]

Great news! Wish you to find the best boat sailing on the Seven Seas!!!

[@GoneSailingCA]

wow you guys, good luck with the new boat !

[@Al.W7263]

The moment of truth. This is when you find out how many things you have acquired since you bought Ran2. Great video. The tall ships were great. Thanks.

[@Masterofnone-70]

Enjoyed shopping for Ran II. Looking forward to shopping for Ran III.

[@passinthru4328]

Wow! I didn’t see that coming. Best wishes on finding a worthy successor.

[@Doug-tc2px]

I love boat hunting vids, best of luck.

[@seanlathbury5410]

A new boat!!! So much to do is such a short time. Good luck!

[@johndonaldson5126]

Wow what a surprise. After all you've not had RAN II that long. Good luck for your boat search. You didn't say if you only want a mono hull or would search through the cats as well.

[@ABeriault]

Wow…more boat hunting and DIY….! Hope to follow more…fun! Cheers

[@walterthorne4819]

Excellent. Thank you

[@jingbar]

Congratulation’s , it’s a happy but sad time

[@stony7827]

Hello Malin, Vera and Johan, thanks for this video, Always impressive when sailing ships enter the port... 13:49 Sailors stand on top of the mast, the same procedure as on San Andres (West Caribbean) when the ship leaves port for several months. my best regards from austria and always fair winds...

[@memashes]

Good luck on the new boat hunt.