I'm one of those weirdos that pays not to see the ads on UA-cam. Here's what I owe you for all the time I've spent enjoying watching your shenanigans:-)
I think you are both briliant, never understood why people don't stick to 'nothing nice to say, say nothing!' I look forward to my pre shopping or work brew with you guys. Keep making the videos and keep being yourselves x
You two are like a breath of fresh air been following you for a while now ,real genuine people are hard to find on you tube nowadays keep up the good work and looking forward to your next adventure
Please please please BREED ! Because the world NEEDS excellent people like you two Ime 60 and would love off spring like you two Keep looking at life the way you are ❤😊
You two are so natural and you compliment each other wonderfully. Your skill sets are just the ticket for this channel. Thank you for keeping us in craic!
Jess and Jon, I started watching you guys through the Sansbury build and then I’ve gone back and watched a ton of your older videos and now my wife is watching because we’re planning to go to Ireland and Scotland in September. We love your videos love your personalities and even those tool shots. Yes, I love those tools lol, hope you guys are well. Looking forward to your next adventures.
the ex-Sainsbury's supermarket delivery van build and subsequent adventure was awesome. As a 72 year old South African, ex adventure motorcyclist and still a DIY'er who is currently immobile as a result of lost argument with a large angle grinder I have had little else to do for a week now other than surf UA-cam channels, having stumbled on True Blue Travellers has made my immobility bearable, simply the best of in this genre, the pair of you are very professional entertainers keep up good work. Hopefully a South African adventure is on your agenda for the future.❤
What a lovely thing to say thanks so much mate. That’s such a kind compliment. Sending lots of love for a speedy recovery 💙💙 South Africa is 100% on the bucket list
Van build vlogs are always popular and seems to get viewers to your channel. Then people see what a great couple and channel you are/have. Keep it up 👏👏👏👍
I don't normally watch Q&A type videos (they're not usually my cup of tea), but with you guys I still really enjoy these ones! Love the videos and always look forward to the new videos coming out. Thanks!
You’re actually the only channel I turn my adblocker off for! One of the things I like most about you guys is the lack of click bait and lack of semi porn in the thumbnails. Although I was a bit worried when John kept getting his botty out!
I would like to say a huge thank you. I am chronically ill and disabled. I'm not able to go on holiday so I love seeing all the wonderful places you visit. Plus you make me laugh.
Likewise. Luckily I did a lot of traveling before I got sick. Managed to get to most of the states in the US and provinces in Canada. (Worked in the US too.) So I also love being able to still get a flavour of that travel experience via you both. Particularly looking forward to ‘revisiting’ some of North America with y’all. Keep being your lovely selves and as another wise soul has commented trolls are more to be pitied really. Plus, well, karma really can kick your ass if you treat others badly. Take care and thanks again for your hard work, it makes sitting through the ads worthwhile 😊💙
Leanne and I subscribed to your channel when it was only in the double digits.We watch you both grow and mature into 2 wonderful caring young adults. Now look at you both hope you get that 100K subscribers .We really appreciate your honesty and insight into your own personal and finances endeavours. As for those that seek attention on their negative comments, send this side, and we will let them swim with the salties. From Callum Leanne and Indy... Down Under
Thanks so much guys, we so appreciate your support and it’s been lovely to see you guys getting out and adventuring in your van too 💙 please give beautiful Indie a cuddle from me 😘
It may be a Yorkshire saying "Nowt As Queer As Folk" (Nothing to do with ones orientation) You two are doing a great job, love your channel. It wont be too long before you will be able to use A.I. to filter out the evil comments without you or any one else seeing them, and plus a bonus it would show their name and address if required.
Haven’t even noticed any UA-cam adds not sure if it’s because you have your own while watching the Sainsbury van way better than normal adds most the time I’d usually skip them but you actually make them enjoyable so you’re definitely doing a better job than most the UA-camrs I watch 👏 looks like I’ve got some catching up to do as only just found this channel through the van build great stuff 👏
Watching your latest video and we both agreed…one of the things that distinguishes Jess and Jon…your production quality and really your presence on You Tube and On Camera presence is very high! You guys knock it out of the park!!
Ignore the people with their keyboards peddling spite. A funny person with a straight person (gender neutral descriptions - yuk!), is a proven winner. You are the epitome of fun, humour, knowledge and entertainment. I so look forward to your videos and they always make me giggle. A lot!
Definitely go all electric in your van. Install a good 250Amp alternator, a descent battery2battery charger of around 100Ah and a LiFePO4 battery bank of around 600Ah, all connected with the correct cabling and you will never run out of power. Cook with two portable induction hobs. You won’t need any solar and any gas and you will be at least 4 to 5 days energy independent. Even a short 2 hour drive will put enough energy back into the batteries for another couple of days of boondocking. Victron energy has all the gear you need for this (except for the alternator for which I recommend the Mercedes Sprinter OEM 250Ah one). I have a camper with such a setup and my batteries are always full by the time I set up camp. I can run a Nespresso coffee maker, water boiler, hair dryer, induction hobs, diesel heater, … and charge all my batteries without any issues. I don’t have any solar panels and have never needed them. I have made a 10.000 km winter trip to the north cape and have never plugged in to shore power. I like your Sainsbury van conversion. I wish it was a 4 wheel drive so you could take it everywhere. Happy travels.
Thanks for that information it’s really helpfull so much appreciated, when I do a build to keep i definitely will go down this route, I think it helps now batteries are coming down In Price too so makes in much more affordable to do, Yeah the sprinter being a 4x4 would of been the icing on the cake I recon 👍
@@truebluetravellers If you plan to keep your current Sprinter for several years, you could consider an Achleitner Mantra 4x4 conversion with up to 3 lockers. This Austrian company converts many Sprinters, even for the military.
Love your videos. Great content, well explained, interesting subject matter ( think tools!). Funny couple, great interaction. Hang on to that woman John, she's a keeper! 🇨🇦
I've already seen the newer videos and they are fantastic and funny! A lot of care and love in them ❤😊 I hope you reach 100k subscribers or more soon! From Halden, Norway
That’s so lovely of you to say thank you so much 💙 this is so generous of you and really kind, thank you so much. It will go towards something special 💙 thanks again we really appreciate it 😘
Your just brilliant. I came to you because off the Defender built. I took a lot of hints and ideas from both of you. So stay as you are. All the best from Germany
Your never going to find a hater doing better then you. Keep it going - I can only hope to see a larger van build perhaps? Sprinter perhaps or crafter with a pop top? 💪🏻💪🏻😓
Hi there both , I've only just come across your channel by accident and I'm really enjoying it PLEASE take no notice of the haters . Your content and the way you connect with each other is amazing 🤟🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I have a slight excess of tools! I ran a classic car repair / restoration garage and had a home workshop for my vintage / veteran motorcycles, plus tool boxes in my recovery truck, then I retired... I now only have my home workshop for hobbies, two proper lathes, surface grinder, 60ton press, sheet metal rollers, 3 foot guillotine, 4 foot folder, Mig X2, Tig, stick welder, oxy welding, car lift, parts washer, plasma cutter, kiln, forge plus anvil etc, nearly forgot, Milling machine, polisher, sand blasting room, paint room, valve facer, and more spanners / sockets than a socket shop, but I still look down the middle isle weekly, well you have to!
You guys are amazing. Please keep doing what you're doing. I've watched almost nothing else for the past few weeks. You're so entertaining while being really informative.
Just being lucky doesn't make you a successful youtuber . It takes great content hours of work and time , a good subject but most of all personalities people watching tune into . The dynamic between you two makes the difference because it's not scripted it's natural
I pay for UA-cam music, same price as Spotify etc, but then you lose the adds. You definitely deserve 100k, my favourite content on YT. Revolute card metal gives you free travel insurance
I follow a lot of van life channels as I aspire to get into the life myself once the kids have done one! I found myself drawn in to your channel during the Sainsburys build. It was awesome, and as a 40 year old man I was laughing along with you guys regular, and I learned absolutely loads too. Thanks for the content and please keep it up. You guys deserve more then you have. You're excellent presenters and entertainers. The Sainsburys van especially should have been a show on TV.
Just remember guys that the people who make random , rude comments are usually the people that have no ambition, no friends and sit behind a computer to make themselves feel better. It’s a sad world but your videos really make us laugh and your videos are always really genuine. Keep bringing out the videos and hard work and ignore the rude people! ❤😊 xx
Never understand the negative comments/messages. If you don't like it there's always the off button! I think I found your channel cos of the Land Rover link, but stayed for the Sainsburys van. Good content keeps us watching. Cheers
Hey, I watch a lot of smaller UA-camrs, you could look into having members as an option. For a lot of people it keeps small channels afloat, you can put out a little bit of members only content as a bonus for people (maybe this is where the Jon bikini content can go instead 😂). People don't have to sign up but often people are happy supporting the content they love.
Yeah that’s a really good idea, I think I just hate the thought of people having to pay to watch anything we do, I’d love it to be free for for everyone and have the big companies pay to keep the channel going, although my personal bikini shots would definitely bring in the big bucks 👙😎😂👍
That's the great thing about members, you put out 99% of the same content for everyone free and people support you if they want to. I think us Brits have a hard time with this but this is definitely the norm now since Twitch. But also the reality is it funds better content, the members will know the money is going back in to make better videos.
I'm pretty sure you could restore a chicken coop and put wheels on it and people will watch. Not for the content per se, but for you guys. Great personalities and the banter is awesome. Keep being you, the subscribers will come.
Hey guys, I’ve been going for two years now, and you’re giving amazing advice to anyone wanting to get into it. It’s very hard at the start, but well worth it and keep persevering to any newcomers. Also great channel guys. Subbed 🤘
Absolutely brilliant! I just landed upon your channel for the first time only two days ago and I’ve already plowed thru a couple dozen videos. I’m really enjoying your individual personalities as well as the chemistry you have with each other. I definitely think that True Blue Travelers is going to be very successful, but if you would allow me to offer a bit of unsolicited advice that might help you get to that 100K subscriber goal sooner rather than later - I would say to do as many collaborations as possible with a few of the really well known channels in your particular genre! I’ve been a UA-cam junkie for at least the last 10 years and have seen that particular formula work for others on a number of occasions. Definitely couldn’t hurt to try! Keep up the great work!!
I have been streaming content from UA-cam for 15 years now using a box connected to my TV, never watch terrestrial TV. To me the best content ever. Get an advert and a click forward and the ad is gone. Did try the premium for a while, but the extra cost was not worth it. Watch lots of UK travellers over these years, some worth a follow, some fell by the wayside. But along comes Jon & Jess with something different. A new approach which was wanting me seeing more. A refreshing change on what I had seen before. Fun and laughter, brilliant videography and content to really enjoy. Waiting for the next vlog was just icing on the cake. Long may you make these for us to enjoy.
I love your content and love watching two people who obviously care for each other. As an engineer of over 45yrs I love the builds. Please keep going the way you are.
What an absobloodylutely brilliant video. Normally I would switch off on this type of vid but your presentation and professionalism was perfect. A great mix of info, humour and honesty. You have the ' knack ' don't change your standards and you will expand your fantasy I am sure Congrats 😀👍
A quickly. A: - OK so you get money from us watching the ad's. BUT... Some ad's play for just 5 seconds and some you have to wait until the end of it. Does how long the ad is, make a different what you get paid? Also if we click on the `Skip´ button. Does that make a difference and you get paid less? B: - I didn't think for a second that you `sold out´ when doing your pitch with the `Roads Vans springs´. Most of us like me, are not mechanics like you, but those of us that have an interest in building our own van (brought one, redoing it) find this kind of info very helpful. I can't think of another video where I have seen it. C:- When you were over here (the Nordic's) How did you did Jess do your washing? (forget John. I think that we can all believe what Jess said. Sorry John)! We don't have any laundromats over here (not that I have ever seen anyway).
Filtering must be a hard job. Some people can be so utterly toxic. I see it anywhere, most of them are keyboard warriors and do not really have a productive life so it may be that its self reflection? well idk neither really, but what I do know from experience is that there are more nice, awesome and lovely people in the world then nasties. The nasties just stand out more. Since I lived in multiple countries all over the world, most of them totally different cultures I can personally vouch for that. Does not matter where you go or what you do, kindness is plentiful. Keep up with your awesome vids!
Two lovely honest people. So good to hear you talk about money and the other things that most people will not do. You are both a breath of fresh air on utube, keep the videos coming and above all keep enjoying it. We'll done.
I’m guessing the next build will be a huge 4x4 Overlander for Africa! Keep up the style of your videos, ok the ads can be a bit annoying when they suddenly cut in when you’re mid sentence. But that’s not your fault, it’s UA-cams random ad dropins. Your video facts were interesting, UA-cam pay more than I thought they do. As for the haters, they only write bad things when they get mad because they’re so stupid they can’t find the off button! You do the best thing, hit delete, but please try not to get stressed. Some of us have a real giggle at your antics. Mind you I did wince a bit with the naked snow angel, the thought of that snow getting where it probably went……brrrrrr!
Wow that was so informative. Can’t believe all the equipment and work that goes into your videos. Great you are both so open and honest. Ignore nasty comments, they must be very bored and jealous. I have only watched your Sainsbury’s van episodes so I’m looking forward to going back to watching from beginning. You both brighten my week and looking forward to all you future adventures ❤
Who says you're bad? I love the videos you guys make and I love the amazing relationship between you and them, and it makes me all day!!! Don't add bad thoughts and enjoy life and show us these joys so that we can feel it.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Excited to see you guys travel North America. UA-cam channels "Truck House Life" and "Living the Van Life" may help you prepare for that journey as the conditions may be different from your artic trip. Enjoy watching you guys!
"Truck House Life" that guy has encountered so many issues with the weather and his truck up there with the extreme cold. I want you guys to have a great experience. Can't wait to see you guys up there.
In his episode "Stranded in -42 F/-41C in my old Ford Truck on a Track Camping" he could not start his truck no matter what he tried. This is the episode I though you guys might find the most interesting ... I but I know you guys are also very experienced with extreme weather too.
Thanks very much, we will check him out. I wouldn’t call us experienced but we do try to be well researched and prepared so any info is gratefully received 💙
You guys are one of the very few UA-camrs who I can sit and watch a video all the way through without getting bored. Well done and thank you for sharing your honest opinions. Oh and well done Jon for letting Jess think she is the boss 😉😁👍🏻
At the end of the day it’s not for other people to tell you how to work with sponsors if it is supporting the channel, one of the best explanations of UA-cam channel sponsors is as given this week on the Cade Media channel, moving away from lots of sponsors that limit the creativity to just a couple of main sponsors that still allow freedom to make your own content
Hope the next build is a Fuso. I learnt a ton from the Sainsbury's build. Jess looking radiant after being at home for a bit. And Jon, exactly the bloody same. Love your videos
😂😂😂 oh why thank you 😘 amazing what a decent shower and a roast dinner can do 😂😂 would absolutely love to do a Canter, they are just like bloody hens teeth here and getting parts for them is a nightmare too 💙
Love the honesty this video. I watched many UA-cam Channels before finding yours. I really enjoy the content ideas and the humour. The main thing that stands out is the natural chemistry between you both. A breath of fresh air in this world of fake “best lives” online. Keep being yourselves and don’t give any notice to negative comments. Probably bots! Don’t worry about sponsors or colabs if they’re interesting and are appropriate to your builds and videos. If you ever need a Scotland fixer give me a shout. Frazer. 51. Caravaner. Motorcyclist. Retired cop (including mounted officer) . Jealous of the tool collection and workshop. 😂
I still happy for the day UA-cam decided I needed to watch a Landrover build, when you were at about 14K Subscribers, have binged watched all the videos, right back to the start since, so looking forward to the rest of the year, most defiantly looking forward to a what we learnt and are going to change video before you set off for Africa (just see the click bait now, "we ripped our new build apart") You really should think about Merch, start small with tshirts and mugs, reach out to some esty people like you did about sponsorship.. or others on youtube who have people doing a merch store.. but best of all I think I speak for everyone, keep up the banter, thats what we love...
Try and ignore the trolls, they obviously need to get a life. Thanks for the honesty, gave a good insight into how much hard work these videos actually are. Looking forward to another build or… tool time video! 👍
Thanks so much, they definitely do, I feel sad for them truth be told, what a horrible life they must live. Thanks so much we are really looking forward to the next build… if we can find a vehicle 💙
Thank you for answering my question. i enjoy watching you two as you're genuine people who like to travel and try to show us an honest review of what you're doing and where you're going. Its refreshing. so look forwards to Saturday mornings and to see what you've been upto or which projects next. i only found you a couple of months back when you started the sainsburys van build and couldn’t wait to go back and watch from the beginning. glad you delete the stupid messages and not give them a second thought. i won't comment on John's hair any more either 😂. looking forwards to the next adventure & John you should have announced which vehicle you're looking for next so we can all help you find it. stay true to yourselves and come on tool manufacturers give them some honest sponsorship.
😂😂 no please do keep the digs coming about the hair, I love it, I love the banter and even when people go a bit too far with it as I’m just as bad but it’s just when people are saying stuff out of spite or just pure being horrible, but love all the banter 💙💙💙
This is the problem with the Internet. The fear of being punched in the face has gone. And people can get away with being horrible for no reason. Keep up the adventures 👌
Good info guys. Don't you just hate the trolls and the nasty comments. You're so right to ignore them. I've noticed that the build seems to get many more views - I can understand that because they really are informative. Personally I've loved everything you've done and really hope you can make it pay. YT world needs you. T
With reference to the African trip, watch Itchy Boots, she’s gone way down on the current trip, and on her previous trip to the south. Definitely show you the state of the roads, checkpoints
Greetings from the USA, keep doing things just the way you are. I built a box van and enjoy seeing how you have used your box truck. I enjoy your bantering with each other. 👍👍👍👍
You too have rapidly become favourites to watch, since the defender build. Jon’s sense of humour is on par with mine, so suck it up Jess we all know Jon’s the boss 😂😂😂
As 99% of the comments suggest, your down to earth approach and honesty, not to mention the humour is the best thing. Don’t stop planning and enjoying life.🙂
"nobody has done one" is THE EXACT reason why the Sainsbury van conversion is so popular!! It's because it's something nobody's ever seen done, let alone how successful you guys did it!! Looking forward to more conversions 🥰🥰 I'm not that much into travel vlogs (but your artic vlogs were still plenty of van-content AND is paced fast enough not to feel sluggish) so I hope you guys will do more vans. You can always sell them afterwards to recoup a good chunk of the costs on top of UA-cam income 🥰🥰
Thanks very much yep that’s exactly the plan, have fun building and using them and then hopefully make a bit selling them, should be on with a new build when we get home from this trip 😊👍
I'm one of those weirdos that pays not to see the ads on UA-cam. Here's what I owe you for all the time I've spent enjoying watching your shenanigans:-)
What a Boss-Move! ❤ 👍🏻
Nice one, looking forward to them doing the next one, Jess is ace and jon is funny as fook m8
Glad I'm not the only weirdo that pays for premium haha
Me too, I cant stand the adds on YT. But I did buy things from TBT Amazon store for my Sainsbuys van that I finaly drove home this week.😃👍
Thank you very much for all the wonderful work and sharing in your adventures. Please keep it up. Paul
Never let the trolls affect you. The jealous are troublesome to others, but a torment to themselves.
So true Jon 💙
I love this
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@@truebluetravellers Can't agree more.
We will be restarting our vanlife adventures soon and to see you guys do what you do is a real inspiration.
I think you are both briliant, never understood why people don't stick to 'nothing nice to say, say nothing!' I look forward to my pre shopping or work brew with you guys. Keep making the videos and keep being yourselves x
Thanks very much mate, much appreciated 👍👍
You should release a tea mug that looks filthy like a car mechanic's mug with tool Tuesday on it.
Oh hell yes, mucky oily finger marks and palm print - spot on!
😂😂😂 we will have to do something one day for sure, Jons all up for this idea 💙
I'd buy one!
I'll take one !
I would defo buy one! Do the merch!11 😀👌👌
You two are like a breath of fresh air been following you for a while now ,real genuine people are hard to find on you tube nowadays keep up the good work and looking forward to your next adventure
That’s so kind of you to say and such a nice compliment thank you
@@truebluetravellers just stumbled across ye today, and couldn't agree more
@@higginsba thanks 😊
One of the best van travel channels on UA-cam 😎💪👍
Wow, thanks! That’s really kind
Please please please BREED ! Because the world NEEDS excellent people like you two Ime 60 and would love off spring like you two
Keep looking at life the way you are ❤😊
😂😂 what a lovely compliment thank you so much 💙
Imagine... A little John with a credit card and carte blanche on tool buying ! That'd be hilarious.
Or a little Jess... Now what would her vice be?
You two are so natural and you compliment each other wonderfully. Your skill sets are just the ticket for this channel. Thank you for keeping us in craic!
Thanks very much 🥰
The fact that you go out of your way to answer all the comments is awesome, i really appreciate it and im sure everyone else does too 💙
I really do appreciate it. David Gilmour
Thanks mate, it’s the least we could do to say thanks for watching 👍👍 we appreciate u commenting every week 👍👍
Thanks David 💙
True. I hate channels that don't bother to respond to comments or questions.
Jess and Jon, I started watching you guys through the Sansbury build and then I’ve gone back and watched a ton of your older videos and now my wife is watching because we’re planning to go to Ireland and Scotland in September. We love your videos love your personalities and even those tool shots. Yes, I love those tools lol, hope you guys are well. Looking forward to your next adventures.
😂😂😂😂 thanks guys, you will love Scotland and we can’t wait to go to Ireland as we have never been either 💙
the ex-Sainsbury's supermarket delivery van build and subsequent adventure was awesome. As a 72 year old South African, ex adventure motorcyclist and still a DIY'er who is currently immobile as a result of lost argument with a large angle grinder I have had little else to do for a week now other than surf UA-cam channels, having stumbled on True Blue Travellers has made my immobility bearable, simply the best of in this genre, the pair of you are very professional entertainers keep up good work. Hopefully a South African adventure is on your agenda for the future.❤
What a lovely thing to say thanks so much mate. That’s such a kind compliment. Sending lots of love for a speedy recovery 💙💙 South Africa is 100% on the bucket list
Jess & Jon thanks for being real & informative as well as fun. Keep doing what you are doing & follow your dreams. Good luck 🙂🍀🚐
Thanks very much Maria 💙💙
Van build vlogs are always popular and seems to get viewers to your channel. Then people see what a great couple and channel you are/have. Keep it up 👏👏👏👍
Thanks very much 🥰
I don't normally watch Q&A type videos (they're not usually my cup of tea), but with you guys I still really enjoy these ones! Love the videos and always look forward to the new videos coming out. Thanks!
Thanks very much 💙
You’re actually the only channel I turn my adblocker off for! One of the things I like most about you guys is the lack of click bait and lack of semi porn in the thumbnails. Although I was a bit worried when John kept getting his botty out!
That’s really kind of you thank you 💙 😂🤦♀️ you and me both
Truth be told... I think you guys deserve your own TV show! Maybe you should go rattle the doors of netflix or something. Just a thought?
😂😂😂😂 could you imagine that, triple t on the big screen 😂👍
Well done both. I honestly love how honest you both are. Thats what makes you both so great.have a wonderful week. See you next weekend
That’s such a lovely compliment, thanks so much 💙 means a lot and hope you have a great week too 😄
What a lovely comment and I totally agree with it..David Gilmour
I’ve never commented before but ignore the few haters the rest of us love your videos. I watch them when I’m on my indoor bike.
Thanks mate really appreciate it 💙
We really do love you guys , always honest, informative and fun. It really is an highlight of the week watching your videos❤️💙
Thanks so much Andrew, we really appreciate all your support 💙
Please Please take no notice of the haters you guys are absolutely amazing my Mrs and I love your channel. we've watched all of your videos
Thanks very much guys it means allot 💙
I would like to say a huge thank you. I am chronically ill and disabled. I'm not able to go on holiday so I love seeing all the wonderful places you visit. Plus you make me laugh.
Thanks very more Susan, im glad you come along with us 🥰💙
Likewise. Luckily I did a lot of traveling before I got sick. Managed to get to most of the states in the US and provinces in Canada. (Worked in the US too.) So I also love being able to still get a flavour of that travel experience via you both. Particularly looking forward to ‘revisiting’ some of North America with y’all. Keep being your lovely selves and as another wise soul has commented trolls are more to be pitied really. Plus, well, karma really can kick your ass if you treat others badly. Take care and thanks again for your hard work, it makes sitting through the ads worthwhile 😊💙
The cabin was one of my favourite bits... All of your content makes me smile...
Thanks very much Helen 😊💙
Leanne and I subscribed to your channel when it was only in the double digits.We watch you both grow and mature into 2 wonderful caring young adults. Now look at you both hope you get that 100K subscribers .We really appreciate your honesty and insight into your own personal and finances endeavours. As for those that seek attention on their negative comments, send this side, and we will let them swim with the salties. From Callum Leanne and Indy... Down Under
Thanks so much guys, we so appreciate your support and it’s been lovely to see you guys getting out and adventuring in your van too 💙 please give beautiful Indie a cuddle from me 😘
It may be a Yorkshire saying "Nowt As Queer As Folk" (Nothing to do with ones orientation) You two are doing a great job, love your channel.
It wont be too long before you will be able to use A.I. to filter out the evil comments without you or any one else seeing them, and plus a bonus it would show their name and address if required.
😂😂😂😂 that would stop a lot of it for sure 👍
Haven’t even noticed any UA-cam adds not sure if it’s because you have your own while watching the Sainsbury van way better than normal adds most the time I’d usually skip them but you actually make them enjoyable so you’re definitely doing a better job than most the UA-camrs I watch 👏 looks like I’ve got some catching up to do as only just found this channel through the van build great stuff 👏
Thanks very much mate, it’s much appreciated 👍👍
Watching your latest video and we both agreed…one of the things that distinguishes Jess and Jon…your production quality and really your presence on You Tube and On Camera presence is very high! You guys knock it out of the park!!
Thanks very much, that’s so nice of you to say 😊
keep up with the grt vids in enjoying everything
Thanks 😁👍
Jess & Jon … not sure how I stumbled on your channel but I’m hooked on every episode adverts and all 😬
Thanks very much 😁👍
You're doing a brilliant job, both. Keep it coming. You're a breath of fresh air.
Thanks ever so much 💙
Always loved your transparency guys. Hate bs. Top job!
That’s a lovely compliment thank you 💙
Thanks!
That’s so very generous of you thanks so much mate we really appreciate it. Will save it for something amazing 🤩
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Thank you so much for this, it’s very kind of you and so generous. We really appreciate it 💙
Ignore the people with their keyboards peddling spite. A funny person with a straight person (gender neutral descriptions - yuk!), is a proven winner. You are the epitome of fun, humour, knowledge and entertainment. I so look forward to your videos and they always make me giggle. A lot!
Thanks very much mate that means a lot 👍😁
When one of my UA-cam faves get there first sponsor .I smile to myself.. You guys are the yin and yang of UA-cam travel..Keep doing what we can't..
Thanks so much, that’s lovely and we really appreciate the support 💙
Thanks
This is very generous of you thank you so much, we are so grateful it really is so kind of you 💙
You guys are brilliant. Do not give up what you do. Keep being yourselves.
Thanks very much mate 💪💙
Thank you for such a helpful video, it’s great a to hear all that info for a small channel like mine 👍
I’m glad it’s helpfull 😊
@ Yes it was a great video, I like the honesty of you both and you have great chemistry together 🙌🤩
I’ve really enjoyed your content; from Defender to Sainsburys. Thanks fellas.
This is very generous of you Ed and we really appreciate it mate. Thanks ever so much 💙
I'm an Englishman who lives in Scotland and I can confirm timtam wins every time!
😂😂😂 you know it 💪💪
Definitely go all electric in your van. Install a good 250Amp alternator, a descent battery2battery charger of around 100Ah and a LiFePO4 battery bank of around 600Ah, all connected with the correct cabling and you will never run out of power. Cook with two portable induction hobs. You won’t need any solar and any gas and you will be at least 4 to 5 days energy independent. Even a short 2 hour drive will put enough energy back into the batteries for another couple of days of boondocking. Victron energy has all the gear you need for this (except for the alternator for which I recommend the Mercedes Sprinter OEM 250Ah one). I have a camper with such a setup and my batteries are always full by the time I set up camp. I can run a Nespresso coffee maker, water boiler, hair dryer, induction hobs, diesel heater, … and charge all my batteries without any issues. I don’t have any solar panels and have never needed them. I have made a 10.000 km winter trip to the north cape and have never plugged in to shore power. I like your Sainsbury van conversion. I wish it was a 4 wheel drive so you could take it everywhere. Happy travels.
Thanks for that information it’s really helpfull so much appreciated, when I do a build to keep i definitely will go down this route, I think it helps now batteries are coming down In Price too so makes in much more affordable to do,
Yeah the sprinter being a 4x4 would of been the icing on the cake I recon 👍
@@truebluetravellers If you plan to keep your current Sprinter for several years, you could consider an Achleitner Mantra 4x4 conversion with up to 3 lockers. This Austrian company converts many Sprinters, even for the military.
@@tcs7678 oh really I’ll have to look into the prices 👍👍
Love your videos. Great content, well explained, interesting subject matter ( think tools!). Funny couple, great interaction. Hang on to that woman John, she's a keeper! 🇨🇦
Thanks very much, yep your right she’s a good en 👍👍👍
I've already seen the newer videos and they are fantastic and funny! A lot of care and love in them ❤😊
I hope you reach 100k subscribers or more soon!
From Halden, Norway
That’s so lovely of you to say thank you so much 💙 this is so generous of you and really kind, thank you so much. It will go towards something special 💙 thanks again we really appreciate it 😘
Your just brilliant. I came to you because off the Defender built. I took a lot of hints and ideas from both of you. So stay as you are. All the best from Germany
Thanks very much that’s so kind of you to say 😊
Your never going to find a hater doing better then you. Keep it going - I can only hope to see a larger van build perhaps? Sprinter perhaps or crafter with a pop top? 💪🏻💪🏻😓
Thanks mate, yeah making a pop top is one I’d love to do 👍👍
Hi there both , I've only just come across your channel by accident and I'm really enjoying it PLEASE take no notice of the haters . Your content and the way you connect with each other is amazing 🤟🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks very much it’s much appreciated 😊
I think you should do a section on "Tool of the week" Jon could then star every week. 🙂 !!
😂😂😂 absolutely
Keep the wacky adventures coming!! Love it!!
Thanks Chris 👍
Shadow Foam!!!! Is cool! Cheer's 🍻🧀🇺🇲🥶
So cool hey mark 👍👍
I have a slight excess of tools! I ran a classic car repair / restoration garage and had a home workshop for my vintage / veteran motorcycles, plus tool boxes in my recovery truck, then I retired... I now only have my home workshop for hobbies, two proper lathes, surface grinder, 60ton press, sheet metal rollers, 3 foot guillotine, 4 foot folder, Mig X2, Tig, stick welder, oxy welding, car lift, parts washer, plasma cutter, kiln, forge plus anvil etc, nearly forgot, Milling machine, polisher, sand blasting room, paint room, valve facer, and more spanners / sockets than a socket shop, but I still look down the middle isle weekly, well you have to!
Now that sounds like a proper workshop 👌👌
You guys are amazing. Please keep doing what you're doing. I've watched almost nothing else for the past few weeks. You're so entertaining while being really informative.
Thanks for all the support mate 👍
Just being lucky doesn't make you a successful youtuber . It takes great content hours of work and time , a good subject but most of all personalities people watching tune into . The dynamic between you two makes the difference because it's not scripted it's natural
Thanks very much it’s much appreciated 👍👍
Thanks so much for the mention 😁
Already got a subscriber mentioning that this video sent them over!
Great video you two!!
No worries jacko thanks for the advice 👍
I pay for UA-cam music, same price as Spotify etc, but then you lose the adds.
You definitely deserve 100k, my favourite content on YT.
Revolute card metal gives you free travel insurance
Oh really I didn’t know about either of these, thanks for the tip 👍
@@truebluetravellers you only need one n stick your partner on
I follow a lot of van life channels as I aspire to get into the life myself once the kids have done one!
I found myself drawn in to your channel during the Sainsburys build. It was awesome, and as a 40 year old man I was laughing along with you guys regular, and I learned absolutely loads too. Thanks for the content and please keep it up. You guys deserve more then you have. You're excellent presenters and entertainers. The Sainsburys van especially should have been a show on TV.
Thanks so much for giving us a go and for your lovely compliment 💙💙
I've binge watched your sainsburys build and Arctic circle and you are both really entertaining to watch.
Thanks very much 😊👍
Just remember guys that the people who make random , rude comments are usually the people that have no ambition, no friends and sit behind a computer to make themselves feel better. It’s a sad world but your videos really make us laugh and your videos are always really genuine. Keep bringing out the videos and hard work and ignore the rude people! ❤😊 xx
Thanks guys that’s much appreciated 💙💙
💯 right in deleting all the mean troll comments! Don’t grace them with responding or leaving their hate up and visible.
Thanks for the support 👍👍
You two have the best chemistry between the two of you, that`s what makes your videos so much better!
Thanks very much 😊
Never understand the negative comments/messages. If you don't like it there's always the off button! I think I found your channel cos of the Land Rover link, but stayed for the Sainsburys van. Good content keeps us watching. Cheers
Yep that’s it, it’s more effort to comment than it is to just switch to something else 😂😂🤷♂️
Negative comments are just from miserable people looking for attention I think.
Hey, I watch a lot of smaller UA-camrs, you could look into having members as an option. For a lot of people it keeps small channels afloat, you can put out a little bit of members only content as a bonus for people (maybe this is where the Jon bikini content can go instead 😂). People don't have to sign up but often people are happy supporting the content they love.
Yeah that’s a really good idea, I think I just hate the thought of people having to pay to watch anything we do, I’d love it to be free for for everyone and have the big companies pay to keep the channel going, although my personal bikini shots would definitely bring in the big bucks 👙😎😂👍
That's the great thing about members, you put out 99% of the same content for everyone free and people support you if they want to. I think us Brits have a hard time with this but this is definitely the norm now since Twitch. But also the reality is it funds better content, the members will know the money is going back in to make better videos.
Thanks
Thank you ever so much 😘
Love your work, love the way you two interact in your videos and just wanna say thanks. Aussie Aussie Aussie! (Love Johno too though ;))
Oi oi oi!!! 💪😘🇦🇺🦘 thanks so much mate really appreciate it 💙 ever so kind of you too and very generous thank you 💙
I'm pretty sure you could restore a chicken coop and put wheels on it and people will watch. Not for the content per se, but for you guys. Great personalities and the banter is awesome. Keep being you, the subscribers will come.
😂😂😂😂 thanks mate 👍
Hey guys, I’ve been going for two years now, and you’re giving amazing advice to anyone wanting to get into it.
It’s very hard at the start, but well worth it and keep persevering to any newcomers. Also great channel guys. Subbed 🤘
Thanks mate, just checked a few of yours out, who knew I’d like to walk round a graveyard 😂, and also how didn’t I know Jeremy beadle had died 🤷♂️
Never let negative comments get you down.your living your dream.money is nothing. If your happy with your life live it.others can disappear.
Thanks very much 👍
Absolutely brilliant! I just landed upon your channel for the first time only two days ago and I’ve already plowed thru a couple dozen videos. I’m really enjoying your individual personalities as well as the chemistry you have with each other. I definitely think that True Blue Travelers is going to be very successful, but if you would allow me to offer a bit of unsolicited advice that might help you get to that 100K subscriber goal sooner rather than later - I would say to do as many collaborations as possible with a few of the really well known channels in your particular genre! I’ve been a UA-cam junkie for at least the last 10 years and have seen that particular formula work for others on a number of occasions. Definitely couldn’t hurt to try!
Keep up the great work!!
Thanks very much for the tip, it’s definitely something we will do if it comes up as I think it would be really fun with the right Chanel 😁👍
I have been streaming content from UA-cam for 15 years now using a box connected to my TV, never watch terrestrial TV. To me the best content ever. Get an advert and a click forward and the ad is gone. Did try the premium for a while, but the extra cost was not worth it. Watch lots of UK travellers over these years, some worth a follow, some fell by the wayside. But along comes Jon & Jess with something different. A new approach which was wanting me seeing more. A refreshing change on what I had seen before. Fun and laughter, brilliant videography and content to really enjoy. Waiting for the next vlog was just icing on the cake. Long may you make these for us to enjoy.
Thanks very much for all the feedback it’s great to hear and lovely to read too 👍👍👍👍
I love your content and love watching two people who obviously care for each other.
As an engineer of over 45yrs I love the builds. Please keep going the way you are.
Thanks very much mate that’s much appreciated 💙
What an absobloodylutely brilliant video. Normally I would switch off on this type of vid but your presentation and professionalism was perfect. A great mix of info, humour and honesty. You have the ' knack ' don't change your standards and you will expand your fantasy I am sure Congrats 😀👍
Wow thank you, that’s so lovely of you to say thanks so much 💙
I only have notifications turned on for two channels,
TBT and Camper Vibe.
Both are excellent. Fun and informative in equal measure.
Thanks a lot that’s so nice of you 😊
A quickly. A: - OK so you get money from us watching the ad's. BUT... Some ad's play for just 5 seconds and some you have to wait until the end of it. Does how long the ad is, make a different what you get paid? Also if we click on the `Skip´ button. Does that make a difference and you get paid less? B: - I didn't think for a second that you `sold out´ when doing your pitch with the `Roads Vans springs´. Most of us like me, are not mechanics like you, but those of us that have an interest in building our own van (brought one, redoing it) find this kind of info very helpful. I can't think of another video where I have seen it. C:- When you were over here (the Nordic's) How did you did Jess do your washing? (forget John. I think that we can all believe what Jess said. Sorry John)! We don't have any laundromats over here (not that I have ever seen anyway).
Not too sure to be honest regarding the adds, I think we get paid more if you watch the adds but to be perfectly honest I skip all adds too
Filtering must be a hard job.
Some people can be so utterly toxic. I see it anywhere, most of them are keyboard warriors and do not really have a productive life so it may be that its self reflection? well idk neither really, but what I do know from experience is that there are more nice, awesome and lovely people in the world then nasties. The nasties just stand out more.
Since I lived in multiple countries all over the world, most of them totally different cultures I can personally vouch for that.
Does not matter where you go or what you do, kindness is plentiful. Keep up with your awesome vids!
Such a great message this one and so true 💙
😍 Love your content!
Thanks so much, so lovely to hear you enjoy it. Thanks ever so much for you generosity too, we really do appreciate it 💙💙
Two lovely honest people. So good to hear you talk about money and the other things that most people will not do. You are both a breath of fresh air on utube, keep the videos coming and above all keep enjoying it. We'll done.
Thanks very much Steve 👍
I’m guessing the next build will be a huge 4x4 Overlander for Africa!
Keep up the style of your videos, ok the ads can be a bit annoying when they suddenly cut in when you’re mid sentence. But that’s not your fault, it’s UA-cams random ad dropins. Your video facts were interesting, UA-cam pay more than I thought they do.
As for the haters, they only write bad things when they get mad because they’re so stupid they can’t find the off button! You do the best thing, hit delete, but please try not to get stressed. Some of us have a real giggle at your antics. Mind you I did wince a bit with the naked snow angel, the thought of that snow getting where it probably went……brrrrrr!
😂😂😂😂 I don’t think I’ll ever be the same again after that snow angel 🥶😂, a big overland is on the list of builds for sure 👌👍
Wow that was so informative. Can’t believe all the equipment and work that goes into your videos. Great you are both so open and honest. Ignore nasty comments, they must be very bored and jealous. I have only watched your Sainsbury’s van episodes so I’m looking forward to going back to watching from beginning. You both brighten my week and looking forward to all you future adventures ❤
Thanks so much! That’s ever so nice of you to say. Thanks for coming with us. Look forward to sharing our next adventures with you 💙
Who says you're bad? I love the videos you guys make and I love the amazing relationship between you and them, and it makes me all day!!! Don't add bad thoughts and enjoy life and show us these joys so that we can feel it.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thanks very much for your lovely message 💙
Excited to see you guys travel North America. UA-cam channels "Truck House Life" and "Living the Van Life" may help you prepare for that journey as the conditions may be different from your artic trip. Enjoy watching you guys!
Thanks yeah we have watch Ltvl but not heard of truck house life so will check them out, thanks for the tip 👍
"Truck House Life" that guy has encountered so many issues with the weather and his truck up there with the extreme cold. I want you guys to have a great experience. Can't wait to see you guys up there.
In his episode "Stranded in -42 F/-41C in my old Ford Truck on a Track Camping" he could not start his truck no matter what he tried. This is the episode I though you guys might find the most interesting ... I but I know you guys are also very experienced with extreme weather too.
Thanks very much, we will check him out. I wouldn’t call us experienced but we do try to be well researched and prepared so any info is gratefully received 💙
Just come across you two. Lovely couple, great behind the scenes video. 👌
Thanks very much daz 😊
You guys are one of the very few UA-camrs who I can sit and watch a video all the way through without getting bored.
Well done and thank you for sharing your honest opinions.
Oh and well done Jon for letting Jess think she is the boss 😉😁👍🏻
That’s a lovely compliment thank you 💙 😂😂😂 I don’t think I’m the boss I know it 😂💪😘
At the end of the day it’s not for other people to tell you how to work with sponsors if it is supporting the channel, one of the best explanations of UA-cam channel sponsors is as given this week on the Cade Media channel, moving away from lots of sponsors that limit the creativity to just a couple of main sponsors that still allow freedom to make your own content
Thanks for the tip I’ll go check that out 👍👍
Hope the next build is a Fuso. I learnt a ton from the Sainsbury's build. Jess looking radiant after being at home for a bit. And Jon, exactly the bloody same. Love your videos
😂😂😂 oh why thank you 😘 amazing what a decent shower and a roast dinner can do 😂😂 would absolutely love to do a Canter, they are just like bloody hens teeth here and getting parts for them is a nightmare too 💙
Love the honesty this video.
I watched many UA-cam Channels before finding yours.
I really enjoy the content ideas and the humour. The main thing that stands out is the natural chemistry between you both. A breath of fresh air in this world of fake “best lives” online.
Keep being yourselves and don’t give any notice to negative comments. Probably bots! Don’t worry about sponsors or colabs if they’re interesting and are appropriate to your builds and videos.
If you ever need a Scotland fixer give me a shout.
Frazer. 51. Caravaner. Motorcyclist. Retired cop (including mounted officer) . Jealous of the tool collection and workshop. 😂
😂😂😂 thanks very much mate that’s much appreciated 👍👍👍
I still happy for the day UA-cam decided I needed to watch a Landrover build, when you were at about 14K Subscribers, have binged watched all the videos, right back to the start since, so looking forward to the rest of the year, most defiantly looking forward to a what we learnt and are going to change video before you set off for Africa (just see the click bait now, "we ripped our new build apart")
You really should think about Merch, start small with tshirts and mugs, reach out to some esty people like you did about sponsorship.. or others on youtube who have people doing a merch store.. but best of all I think I speak for everyone, keep up the banter, thats what we love...
😂😂😂 I was thinking the tittle could be we stripped everything back to the bone, and a cheeky little shot of course 👙😎😂 thanks mate much appreciated 👍👍
Try and ignore the trolls, they obviously need to get a life. Thanks for the honesty, gave a good insight into how much hard work these videos actually are. Looking forward to another build or… tool time video! 👍
Thanks so much, they definitely do, I feel sad for them truth be told, what a horrible life they must live. Thanks so much we are really looking forward to the next build… if we can find a vehicle 💙
Thank you for answering my question. i enjoy watching you two as you're genuine people who like to travel and try to show us an honest review of what you're doing and where you're going. Its refreshing. so look forwards to Saturday mornings and to see what you've been upto or which projects next. i only found you a couple of months back when you started the sainsburys van build and couldn’t wait to go back and watch from the beginning. glad you delete the stupid messages and not give them a second thought. i won't comment on John's hair any more either 😂. looking forwards to the next adventure & John you should have announced which vehicle you're looking for next so we can all help you find it. stay true to yourselves and come on tool manufacturers give them some honest sponsorship.
😂😂 no please do keep the digs coming about the hair, I love it, I love the banter and even when people go a bit too far with it as I’m just as bad but it’s just when people are saying stuff out of spite or just pure being horrible, but love all the banter 💙💙💙
This is the problem with the Internet. The fear of being punched in the face has gone. And people can get away with being horrible for no reason. Keep up the adventures 👌
😂😂😂😂😂😂 love this message, so true 💪👍
Hi great content please ignore the the nasty jealous people sticks and stones etc.
💯% thanks mate 👍👍
One of the best van travel channels on UA-cam keep them coming loved all your vlogs
Thanks very much 😊👍
Don’t worry about the negative comments just keep doing what your doing, content really enjoyable to watch.
Thanks very much mate 👍
Good info guys. Don't you just hate the trolls and the nasty comments. You're so right to ignore them. I've noticed that the build seems to get many more views - I can understand that because they really are informative. Personally I've loved everything you've done and really hope you can make it pay. YT world needs you. T
Thanks so much Terry, that’s nice of you to say mate thank you 💙💙
With reference to the African trip, watch Itchy Boots, she’s gone way down on the current trip, and on her previous trip to the south.
Definitely show you the state of the roads, checkpoints
Yeah we was watching her the other day and just amazed at how people still get about 👍
Full video with no bikini 😂😂😂 spot on you guys! Most down to earth on youtube 👍
😂😂😂😂 she wouldn’t let me 🤷♂️😂 thanks mate 👍
Greetings from the USA, keep doing things just the way you are. I built a box van and enjoy seeing how you have used your box truck. I enjoy your bantering with each other.
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Thanks very much 😁👍
The banter is the reason I kept watching, but I staid cause they make good content.
Excellent
Thanks 😁
My husband and I love watching you guys. You're hilarious and you always have so much fun. Keep up the good work!
Thanks guys 💙
Keep up the great UA-cam productions and don't let the bad guys get you down.
Thanks mate 👍
You too have rapidly become favourites to watch, since the defender build. Jon’s sense of humour is on par with mine, so suck it up Jess we all know Jon’s the boss 😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂 he wishes 💪💪
As 99% of the comments suggest, your down to earth approach and honesty, not to mention the humour is the best thing.
Don’t stop planning and enjoying life.🙂
That’s so lovely of you to say thanks very much mate 💙
"nobody has done one" is THE EXACT reason why the Sainsbury van conversion is so popular!! It's because it's something nobody's ever seen done, let alone how successful you guys did it!! Looking forward to more conversions 🥰🥰 I'm not that much into travel vlogs (but your artic vlogs were still plenty of van-content AND is paced fast enough not to feel sluggish) so I hope you guys will do more vans. You can always sell them afterwards to recoup a good chunk of the costs on top of UA-cam income 🥰🥰
Thanks very much yep that’s exactly the plan, have fun building and using them and then hopefully make a bit selling them, should be on with a new build when we get home from this trip 😊👍