Why I Moved Everything Out Of DDE

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  • @zfgjay1629
    @zfgjay1629 5 днів тому +1257

    DDE dont feel the same anymore without you in the videos its definitely lost its spark now your gone miss seeing you around the shop and in the videos 😢

    • @cliffiela
      @cliffiela 5 днів тому +32

      They will regroup and will change still attached to them.....but haven't lost watching mike....best of two worlds

    • @pierthecure
      @pierthecure 5 днів тому +3

      Why don't you start a school so that people can get their amateur and pro license

    • @Bear1Uk
      @Bear1Uk 5 днів тому +12

      True indeed.. weird not seeing Mike everyday with Tim..

    • @ryanleib5979
      @ryanleib5979 5 днів тому +3

      You said in words how I feel.

    • @CodyLucier-m6d
      @CodyLucier-m6d 5 днів тому +27

      Dde is legit lame without him

  • @ntieman00
    @ntieman00 5 днів тому +655

    I am a long time DDE fan and think Mike was one of the greatest additions to the channel. That being said I love the change of pace over here with Mike. Feels so genuine and whole hearted. Not just million dollar daily drivers but instead boat living and life lessons. Love you Mike keep it up! Drift champ and life champ!!!

    • @cliffiela
      @cliffiela 5 днів тому +14

      He was......and Damon taught him youtube gave him another option of career

    • @DDE_ADDICT
      @DDE_ADDICT 4 дні тому +1

      1000 % agree.

    • @masturone8257
      @masturone8257 4 дні тому +1

      Wait u don't prefer dean kerney lolololololol

    • @DDE_ADDICT
      @DDE_ADDICT 4 дні тому

      @@masturone8257 Dean can only count to🎄🎄🎄

  • @eastcoastcarstyles2967
    @eastcoastcarstyles2967 5 днів тому +277

    I'm glad you helped DDE with the cars because they helped you with being comfortable on camera and it shows.

    • @Canadaseal
      @Canadaseal 5 днів тому +9

      Well said! You are intelligent!

    • @drdeath8179
      @drdeath8179 5 днів тому +10

      Def a win win for all parties

    • @fernanaquino2482
      @fernanaquino2482 5 днів тому +6

      I think Mike mentioned that on one of his last dde episodes

  • @nicolaosperdikaris4140
    @nicolaosperdikaris4140 5 днів тому +237

    Hello Mike, this is Nick. Yes, that Nick. You and Margaritis are great together onscreen and in real life. You are the best race engineer ever. Thank you for all your work on my cars over the years. Thank you for helping Margaritis so very much. You will be sailing for a lot of us stuck on land, in our offices and homes.

    • @Thegreekdoctor75
      @Thegreekdoctor75 5 днів тому +27

      Respect back to you Nick thank you for making that connection long time ago and be part of my journey 🙌

    • @iordanisG
      @iordanisG 5 днів тому +5

      Greetings from Greece, best wishes alania

    • @essaadventure
      @essaadventure  4 дні тому +19

      @@nicolaosperdikaris4140 thank you Nick! Let me know if you are able to come to the Caribbean for a vacation, and we will have you stay with us on our boat!

    • @itIsMePeople
      @itIsMePeople 4 дні тому +2

      @@essaadventure Is that invite open to the rest of us ;) Love watching your new adventure.

  • @Deography
    @Deography 5 днів тому +258

    Mike is a straight up a genuine dude. He did build up the DDE channel in respect to builds and adding a much loved personality. Many folks are here because of DDE but also flack on DDE which is very internet of them. Mike is quite the UA-camr now because of Damon and Dave and DDE is a better channel because of Mike. I love them all and folks who are “watching this video first” are going to watch 7 DDE videos this week as well. 👍 Who gets Tim! 😊

    • @CodyLucier-m6d
      @CodyLucier-m6d 5 днів тому +3

      Dde is so lame. Alot of people only watch because of him. They dont even know basics about cars that me and my friends new in gr 10. I dont even watch anymore lamest car channel

    • @Canadaseal
      @Canadaseal 5 днів тому

      @@CodyLucier-m6dlamest comment 🤡

    • @CHUCK_R-tz7ku
      @CHUCK_R-tz7ku 5 днів тому +5

      You sound jealous. Damon has said he enjoys driving car’s and has no want to learn to work on car’s

    • @allspooledup2584
      @allspooledup2584 5 днів тому +13

      @@CodyLucier-m6dyou sound like you’re in grade 10. In the future think about keeping stupid comments like this to yourself. Nobody cares if you don’t want to watch DDE’s channel. But guarantee you would have no clue who Mike is if you didn’t watch their channel lol

    • @iordanisG
      @iordanisG 5 днів тому +1

      facts well putted

  • @TheTaigas
    @TheTaigas 5 днів тому +162

    Mike, thank you for shutting down the people who were trying to create fake drama between you and DDE. Love what you are doing with your channel and your style creating these videos I am greatly enjoying. Keep being you. Don't let anyone change that.

    • @Ronnaferd
      @Ronnaferd 5 днів тому +6

      Drama Llamas! How could such a cool dude like Mike have beef with them anyways 😂

    • @Canadaseal
      @Canadaseal 5 днів тому +1

      Well said!!!

    • @Smooth-Operator480
      @Smooth-Operator480 5 днів тому

      It was real drama. Damon was trying to pork his wife is what I heard.

    • @Zirion123
      @Zirion123 5 днів тому +1

      DDE creates enough fake drama on theire own 😂 wouldnt surprise me if they started the rumour for clicks😂

    • @RhinestoneRhino
      @RhinestoneRhino 5 днів тому

      What fake drama?

  • @xXDarthBagginsXx
    @xXDarthBagginsXx 5 днів тому +56

    I think the guys didn't realize how fast 2 years would go by, I know it flew by for me and especially last year rocketed by. Some of us know there is no bad blood between you and the DDE crew - you guys are friends and have a professional respect for one another. Love seeing this adventure unfold, and can't wait to see you drift the boat some more with the fam lol.

  • @joffrey1272
    @joffrey1272 5 днів тому +58

    Mike, you were really the third pillar on DDE, I would have loved to see you build more crazy cars but every good thing has an end, I'm learning about boats now, enjoy the sailing 😄🙏🏻

    • @MattWeiss-y6i
      @MattWeiss-y6i 5 днів тому +4

      @@joffrey1272 it seems a lot different without Mike

    • @julioaguirre44
      @julioaguirre44 5 днів тому +2

      DDE meant Damon Dave Essa

    • @Smooth-Operator480
      @Smooth-Operator480 5 днів тому

      If Damon would keep his pole in his pants they wouldn’t have split. 😡

    • @allanombina
      @allanombina 4 дні тому

      @@julioaguirre44 thats a crazy way to put it, like it was meant to happen

  • @cottoneyedJoe29
    @cottoneyedJoe29 5 днів тому +23

    Honestly I respect it, much like you explained about Damon and Dave making daily content, Formula drift, your shop and then DDE all have taken away from your commitment to your family. I can't blame a man for using his success that you have been working so hard all these years on to want to scale back and follow his dreams with his family especially while his kids are young, your doing exactly what you should be doing.

  • @BobbyPenny-wo8ks
    @BobbyPenny-wo8ks 5 днів тому +30

    Thanks Mike for helping Margaritis and sharing your experiences together. Great job Mike!!!

  • @josecastellanos9197
    @josecastellanos9197 5 днів тому +16

    You are a great man you will be missed on dde wish you the best to you and your family❤

  • @ApolloDenim69
    @ApolloDenim69 5 днів тому +17

    Mike’s energy is unmatched. Such a genuine dude. Much respect.

  • @Bear1Uk
    @Bear1Uk 5 днів тому +24

    Hey from the UK!! We all love DDE and you will be missed on their channel however, loving this content Mike as seeing a different side to you.. Now its time to put you and your family first and i look forward to your futore adventures!! 🙏👊

  • @ColinMeekhof
    @ColinMeekhof 5 днів тому +56

    You could feel the passion the guy from Greece had for drifting. Loved the back story on all of that. ❤

  • @taskforce3833
    @taskforce3833 5 днів тому +13

    Mike is a real guy, he has respect for people but also does not BS them. the fact that the door to DDE is always open to him shows the mutual respect that is there.
    but... now Mike moves on, sailing a boat around the world is not an easy task, he has to learn as he sails, you can't pull over in the middle of the ocean and ask for help or directions.
    Mike, i have never met you and probably never will but you helped me see goodness in people, thank you for that.

  • @FooFood-zx3ik
    @FooFood-zx3ik 5 днів тому +16

    There’s no need to put DDE down you can enjoy watching more then one Channel guys they are both great in there own way. Hearing how you helped margritas was great! Give a man a fish he’ll have food for a day teach him how to fish and he’ll have food for a lifetime.

  • @Jackson-pt9dj
    @Jackson-pt9dj 5 днів тому +69

    Another example on how good of a dude Mike is, teaches this guy how to build a car and do everything he needs to do to be successful

    • @Thegreekdoctor75
      @Thegreekdoctor75 5 днів тому +2

      Yeah, that’s right so glad to be around Mike always grateful🙌

    • @martyconsidine8628
      @martyconsidine8628 День тому +1

      Look what he did for tim too. Thats pretty cool of mike too help guys get into the sport. It's not a easy sport to get into without connections or $$

    • @Thegreekdoctor75
      @Thegreekdoctor75 День тому

      @ exactly without Mike it will be almost impossible big help on every step 🫶🏻

  • @genzarsteve4577
    @genzarsteve4577 5 днів тому +9

    We need more of Margaritis i could just listen to both of you for hours. Much love from south africa 🇿🇦

  • @shk2564
    @shk2564 5 днів тому +13

    Just another example of what an awesome person you are and why you deserve everything you have and for all your dreams to come true! That’s a great story of what you did for him and how you made a lifelong friend! ❤

  •  5 днів тому +7

    Thank you Mike for clearing that up, I was reading comments here and there on DDE about people having conjectures about you and DDE.
    I've known that it was nothing more than people assuming things, anyways not here to rant about crap, wish I was able to attend your garage sale but unfortunately I wouldn't be able to because I'm quite far away.
    Looking forward to more boating videos of you guys.
    Much love.

  • @WilliamToenniges-lr6pj
    @WilliamToenniges-lr6pj 6 днів тому +435

    Watching this before DDE 😊

  • @MRVSKIN
    @MRVSKIN 4 дні тому +4

    It’s not the same at DDE without you but good for you for sticking to your plan. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @journogonzo
    @journogonzo 5 днів тому +7

    You and Damon made the best team on the internet. So much potential for the greatest builds, its tough to see you go. That said, congratulations on the boat and the well deserved simple life. Go and enjoy it!

  • @DavidLee-kt3pt
    @DavidLee-kt3pt 5 днів тому +7

    You handled things with grace Mike you set the bar high and it will be very hard to compare all aboard the essa train full steam ahead until the very end brother!

  • @djfyahprince3026
    @djfyahprince3026 5 днів тому +3

    We love you Mike and we all miss you from the DDE fam videos daily but happy to see you follow your dreams 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @phillipleighton9641
    @phillipleighton9641 6 днів тому +14

    Mike, you are such a classy guy, wonderful father, and great friend! Way to set a great example!!! So jealous of your boat life plans…❤

  • @mikepanek736
    @mikepanek736 5 днів тому +9

    Was really nice seeing you on dde today. I know I speak for a lot of dde fans when I say you’re missed on the dde channel greatly. Wish you and your family all the success in your next chapter. We only get one shot at this life so you have to take the opportunity’s when they present themselves. Good luck, Mike!

  • @Slowmotion13_3
    @Slowmotion13_3 6 днів тому +13

    Glad to see you're doing your own thing. Not a boat guy but respect your content. If you were to ever start a channel on cars and stuff like that I'm with you. Dropping stuff everyday can get really boring, really fast. The anticipation of the video is not there. Keep doing what you do Mr Essa

  • @ivansinel666
    @ivansinel666 5 днів тому +6

    Love your energy mike! Keep it up wether you're in DDE or on your own Channel! ❤🎉

  • @kevindurica6092
    @kevindurica6092 5 днів тому +4

    While I enjoy you on DDE, I enjoy watching your channel equally. The knowledge and friendliness you show on camera is priceless. I hope Tim is good with this move as it must be as hard on him as it is you. If I was in soCal, I would pay the $20 just to shake your hand and wish you all the best.

  • @xolisantshebe224
    @xolisantshebe224 5 днів тому +9

    I'm watching from South Africa. I've been a fan of DDE for the past 5 years. That's how I've learnt of you. I love your content. Hopefully when everything has stalled, we can get more content. And more features on DDE ❤

  • @Ez-tk1xy
    @Ez-tk1xy 3 дні тому +2

    Thanks for explaining because people always think it's a drama or beef behind the scenes.
    But the day ones knew you was there just for a while, we knew eventually you was going to get your boat and move.
    Happy for your new venture in life, hope you and your family have the best time.
    But just know we miss you at DDE.

  • @caponecashfunds
    @caponecashfunds 5 днів тому +6

    Was great to see u on DDE today. Im glad everything is all good! Wishing u the best on ur newest journey🫡🙏🏼

    • @Canadaseal
      @Canadaseal 5 днів тому

      There was never any reason to assume it was not good

  • @Typicalpnwguy
    @Typicalpnwguy 5 днів тому +9

    Mike, I always enjoyed your drifting style. But like everyone says "don't ever meet your hero" I think they'd be wrong in this situation with you. So much respect for how you operate as an employee, project manager, dad, and racer

  • @one234569and10
    @one234569and10 5 днів тому +6

    ♥ Miss you brother, and it's sad to see you move on from the boys at #DDE.
    HOWEVER, I understand the dream, and aspirations and you deserve to do what your goals are set to.
    Will always be here for your video drops, and following your adventures. Much love!

  • @levelrideconcepts
    @levelrideconcepts 6 днів тому +12

    Always a great Saturday with Essa Adventures! Thanks again for the great content Mike.

  • @rossmontreal4570
    @rossmontreal4570 5 днів тому +5

    Well Mike you were a big part of DDE and will be truly missed but I’m happy that will get to see you occasionally on DDE and on your own Channel ❤️. I’m can’t wait to see you and the family’s journey. 💚💚💚🇨🇦

  • @javierramallo603
    @javierramallo603 5 днів тому +1

    M.E. you are such a great guy, so much respect and admiration. Good luck in your future endeavors. DDE family will miss you.

  • @elliaisaacs
    @elliaisaacs 5 днів тому +3

    This is one of the most bittersweet departures, but completely understand the situation.
    You have to do what you gotta do.
    The DDE x Essa collab was one of the most entertaining times on UA-cam for me.
    Wishing you all the best Mike and hope to see you guys collab maybe one day again in the future.

  • @Sazon_Moto
    @Sazon_Moto 2 години тому

    Most channels grow big because of the crew sure the main person has the sponsors and the money to supply everything so you could argue that without it there’s no business but I feel like 70-80% of the success is because of the people you don’t see on camera that often they are the ones pushing the projects out and I’m glad to see you make your own path as well as I cheer for Tim to go out there and do him own thing you guys deserve more spotlight

  • @BlackjackK7X
    @BlackjackK7X 5 днів тому +4

    Michael is such a professional, thank you for the breakdown between you and DDE. Love your content, keep it coming brother!!!!

  • @louisbotha5231
    @louisbotha5231 5 днів тому +4

    Mike well done on taking a step which a lot of guys would only talk about. Never thought I would watch videos of boats but here I have been since the beginning. Keep it simple as I love it that you are not forcing the content and please please please don’t ever go the clickbait route like the other channels 🍾

  • @rhyansanpedro
    @rhyansanpedro 5 днів тому +10

    Just happy to be here since day 1 and be part of the Essa adventure. Keep up the good work Mike!

  • @garyw4211
    @garyw4211 5 днів тому +2

    Leaving DDE did seem abrupt in youtube world but like you said, you always had a plan. It wasnt a secret. You just happened to find your dream boat maybe sooner than everyone thought. You gotta go for your dreams Mike. Thank you for teaching us that! 💪

  • @elaineaustin2184
    @elaineaustin2184 5 днів тому +4

    Mike it was mutual respect when you left. You laid out your plans before hand. Wishing you all the best in life. Look forward to more adventures.

  • @tuisautaleilua133
    @tuisautaleilua133 5 днів тому +1

    Definitely a different scene at DDE knowing you're now on your own journey, but now I'm here❤
    And there, good luck Mike Essa, rooting for you and your family👌💯

  • @motogeee510
    @motogeee510 5 днів тому +3

    Just glad ur alive. I hope u love the boat an really get to enjoy ur time with family.

  • @MetzidakisP
    @MetzidakisP 5 днів тому +2

    We miss you on the dde channel Mike you did add a different perspective and flair with your presence! Wish you the best!

  • @andrebaron1387
    @andrebaron1387 5 днів тому +3

    Much respect Mike!
    Every Saturday I’m excited to check out your video and see the next step in your adventure.

  • @adrianja3005
    @adrianja3005 5 днів тому +1

    Watching you on camera always puts a smile on my face. You are a natural Mike ! Boat or car I will always follow Essa adventures !

  • @charlespierro8048
    @charlespierro8048 6 днів тому +9

    I'm really glad that you guys are parting amicably. I'm also really glad that you were able to move on to your own dreams, and I'll be following you as you do.

  • @martonio2003
    @martonio2003 3 дні тому +1

    Mr. Essa, you are such a great human being! Your knowledge, education, dedication, hard work, and PASSION that you shared with DDE were, and continue to be, simply amazing. You truly are an inspiration to all of us. You’ve shown us how to put ALL of our heart and soul (and hard work!) into doing something we love, while setting life goals alongside our families. You’ve taught us to set strict goals to achieve the life we desire. You, sir, deserve your new adventure-you’ve earned it 110%! Thank you so much for sharing your story and truly inspiring all of us!

  • @samsmith9660
    @samsmith9660 5 днів тому +5

    Whatever Decision You made Mike you made the right one Champion.
    God Bless you and your family Brother🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽.

  • @Pena303
    @Pena303 5 днів тому +2

    My man, you legitimately seem like good people. I knew of you before DDE, but I learned way more of you from watching you there. I'm glad i got to see both so i could follow you here. Good luck to you and yours.

  • @anthonydecker8925
    @anthonydecker8925 5 днів тому +4

    Was so excited to see u on the dde blog today. We miss u

  • @lucabia1
    @lucabia1 5 днів тому +2

    Gutted to see you part ways with DDE but great to see you have left in good terms. Thank you for all the great videos showing us your amazing driving skills and more interestingly your car building skills. What a legacy you have left in the F12! Can’t wait to follow your new adventures with your beautiful family on what looks like a once in a lifetime journey! Thank you for your genuine down to earth personality on camera you are a great role model and your girlies are very lucky to have you! Enjoy

  • @JBBBBBBBB250
    @JBBBBBBBB250 6 днів тому +20

    Were going to need more of Margaritis! I think your $20 covercharge is a great idea.

    • @brad741
      @brad741 5 днів тому +4

      Check out his channel Marg is doing UA-cam videos too. He needs more viewers

    • @Thegreekdoctor75
      @Thegreekdoctor75 5 днів тому +4

      I’m gonna try to stay around Mike and do more together this year thanks for the love 🙌

  • @mjc1177
    @mjc1177 5 днів тому +2

    You're a brave man Mike! But im glad to see what you set out to do with your family. Family time is priceless

  • @crazyfisherman14
    @crazyfisherman14 5 днів тому +7

    Gotta say DDE is different with out ya there. Glad to follow along with ya here.

  • @stretch-nutz2243
    @stretch-nutz2243 5 днів тому +2

    Loved having ya on there and watching you drive was always magical. Hope the best for you n your family

  • @jkbaker01
    @jkbaker01 6 днів тому +26

    Classy intro regarding DDE. This is why people love you Mike!

  • @zerothree332
    @zerothree332 4 дні тому +1

    I’m happy for you Mike. I wish you all the best in your adventures, and you will always have my support. God bless you and your family always. ❤

  • @hydragaragebullheadcity
    @hydragaragebullheadcity 5 днів тому +8

    You can see the emotion this guy still feels for his 1st mike experience that's crazy everyone needs a essa !!!!

  • @aazron87
    @aazron87 5 днів тому +1

    I knew & hoped there’d be no drama between you and the DDE fam! I remember back to when you came on you said the clock was ticking on when you’d move onto different things I think D&D just hoped you’d stick around forever.
    Can’t wait to see the boating adventures come to life and I’m sure you’ll always be welcome back at the DDE hq!

  • @Nycktm333
    @Nycktm333 5 днів тому +3

    It was great to see you back at the HQ to help with the hood. Looking forward to your adventures on this channel

  • @natemcjury745
    @natemcjury745 5 днів тому +1

    We missed you Mike. Also just wanted to thank you and Tim and everyone who built the f12 it's insane just wanna wish you and your family safe travels and look forward to seeing new adventures ❤🤘

  • @claytonbartos6485
    @claytonbartos6485 5 днів тому +3

    Very grateful I have been able to get to know you through DDE. Hopefully I get to meet you someday!

  • @pocahontasftw5506
    @pocahontasftw5506 5 днів тому +1

    We as a community miss you and respect your choices and above all else im happy that you're happy keep on keeping brother life a garden you gotta dig it

  • @robertzonne8370
    @robertzonne8370 5 днів тому +4

    We miss you Mike but glad you are on your next chapter in life!

  • @juryss7564
    @juryss7564 5 днів тому +1

    you are such a genuine person it’s so unreal, i wish nothing but the absolute best for you mike

  • @TheJacksons1
    @TheJacksons1 6 днів тому +4

    Great update! A ton of people are wishing we were closer to take advantage of some good deals. Ready for some more Mike and fam adventures!

  • @BIGMANMUSIK
    @BIGMANMUSIK День тому

    Happy for Mike and his family! I want a helmet and a Trophy! We support you Mike! 👊🏻💯❤️🙏🏻

  • @Mr.W2024
    @Mr.W2024 5 днів тому +3

    Will miss the education you gave/give while ya work on Tha Block, you and Tim were funny asf! But of course am still stoked for you to live your life for you and your family! We’ll deserved man!!

  • @jamesmcclaren6534
    @jamesmcclaren6534 5 днів тому +2

    Mad respect with the direction you and your family are taking mike 👍🏻

  • @milwaukee13th
    @milwaukee13th 6 днів тому +3

    Mr. Mike! I’m so happy for you to be living your dream finally, your racing career was a huge success and now so will your boating life with your family! Once again thank you for letting us be apart of that! I’m looking forward to some spear gun fishing and the boat content brother! Much love and good health to you and your family!

  • @Normac1994
    @Normac1994 5 днів тому +2

    Mike is such a genuine and overall great guy! I'm glad we got to know him via DDE. Let's pray a silent prayer that he comes back to DDE sometime in the future.

  • @Killakalvvv
    @Killakalvvv 5 днів тому +3

    DDE video came out a few mins before 9 that’s way it all worked out to catch theirs first then mikes to understand the story. Great job guys!!

  • @gregisaacs2978
    @gregisaacs2978 5 днів тому +1

    So happy for you and your family. Next chapter of your life looks like a good one can’t wait to see.

  • @Rocky-hh3yg
    @Rocky-hh3yg 5 днів тому +7

    Built the best car on the internet. Congratulations Mike. Amazing achievement.

  • @humzahmirza7493
    @humzahmirza7493 5 днів тому +2

    Mike, you came on for a little bit to DDE and I have to say, you’ve helped the channel and my self start to look more into working on cars and the parts used. Thank you for being such a great teacher 😊

  • @rashdanbakari3373
    @rashdanbakari3373 5 днів тому +4

    Mike, that is a great plan to sell all the things you would not need to fund the boat. All positive and no drama / negativity between you and DDE like some people wanted.

  • @HoneyBadgerAP
    @HoneyBadgerAP 2 дні тому

    The interactions between you and Margaritis were so genuine and enjoyable to watch. I loved hearing the stories about how you helped him get his start in Formula D and helped him achieve his dreams of racing, moving across the world to a country where he didn't even speak the language! You are one of the greats, Mr. Essa!

  • @SubiChad
    @SubiChad 4 дні тому +3

    Unexpectedly seeing an Alfa 75/Milano in this video just makes my heart warm as I am one person of a very small commonity in the US that owns one. Mines in the resto stage right now!

  • @brians7es
    @brians7es 2 дні тому

    I wish there was more people like Mike in this world. Not just because he’s talented and brilliant but also a very genuine and good human being. We are here for you every step of the way on your new adventure(s)!

  • @Inkman505nm
    @Inkman505nm 5 днів тому +4

    No hard feelings Mike you did what you had to do and people should understand that because everyone is in different situations and what you brought to the channel was the whole different atmosphere and and thank you for that and the badass work you brought to the channel and ideas like you said in your video you got to do what you couldn't in a normal situation and could think outside the box on your terms so thank you Mike I and the Gf really did enjoy you on the channel what you brought to the boys at the shop at DDE... so with that said continue to do what makes you happy Mike and you still got a supporter here and wherever Adventure you want to take us to will be watching the video because I don't sail boats lol I'm a land person but we'll go on a boat ride or should I say a ferry ride much love Mike from Albuquerque New Mexico area the great 505

  • @n8cadieux
    @n8cadieux 5 днів тому +2

    Mike comes across as a genuine, honest guy. That’s why I’ll continue to watch him and his channel. D&D were once like that too. Plus Mike is living my dream of liquidating and living on a Cat.

  • @davegorman9822
    @davegorman9822 5 днів тому +3

    What a nice guy ! You can tell how much he looks up to Mike.

  • @chrisyoungs3896
    @chrisyoungs3896 5 днів тому +2

    You are doing exactly what you said you were going to do. 2 years at DDE then get on the Boat and Sail. I enjoy your Saturday videos. Stay safe!

  • @Okydowky
    @Okydowky 6 днів тому +5

    ESSA for the win! Im sure you have heard that before. Nothing but class for an Intro, after the kids on the other channel have bashed him video style since he left .

  • @Dde.Fan31
    @Dde.Fan31 2 дні тому

    You're a legend mike! Excited to watch the next chapter of your life!

  • @Randy_84
    @Randy_84 5 днів тому +5

    *super pumped to see your channel growing!*

  • @Jdemato
    @Jdemato 3 дні тому

    You are incredible and you brought a lot to DDE and will be missed! I wish you the absolute best best of luck with all your future plans and safe sailing sir!!

  • @artleymillan7506
    @artleymillan7506 6 днів тому +6

    Good to see you back mike..

  • @MrZironman
    @MrZironman 4 дні тому

    The time really did fly by with Mike definitely we took it for granted how amazing you are brother. Will miss you but we will follow you where ever you go !! Can't wait for the boat videos I'm a big fan of sailing channels !

  • @brittanyncharles20
    @brittanyncharles20 6 днів тому +4

    Awesome Mike and keep up the good work awesome living a fulfilling your dreams another reason I watched dde everyday too watch you wrench and knowledge 🔥🔥💯💯💪💪

  • @darrellgrigg2212
    @darrellgrigg2212 2 дні тому

    This was a tough watch exclamation point you and Tim have brought so much to DDE! I love you have a dream I want you to follow that dream as well as your family, but damn bud gonna be tough without you!

  • @gregedmand9939
    @gregedmand9939 5 днів тому +4

    Wow! The conversion from Greek drift to American style sounds like it was quite an adventure. It would have made a dynamite YT channel all its own. There's a screen play in this story.

  • @Zakkzwrld
    @Zakkzwrld 5 днів тому +1

    Morning Mike.. it’s like you always say bigger better things to come! Love the Mike Essa adventures of boat living with the fam jam and thank you for bringing us 🙌

  • @gregscott4479
    @gregscott4479 5 днів тому +5

    Your charity work to Damon and Dave paid off.. God is good. You did something nobody else of your status would do to help DDE specially after Kearny tried to do with them. You really helped out DDE and used it as a stepping stone for your own passion for where you want to be with your family.. So much respect for you sir.. Still watching every second and letting the ads play out as well as I love this for background noise while driving 3-6 hours a day so I've created another account on another phone and re-watch/listen there! Sir.... SirEssa.... you're the fuggin man! So much respect. About to watch DDE's drop with you in the thumbnail right now!. Congrats man!

    • @gregscott4479
      @gregscott4479 5 днів тому

      Also... how insane is it that they just got those Porsche cars delivered.... Are they going to let you rip them with your 3 weeks back? Or is it too much work to look over the car to make sure it's track worthy and then go out and rip it? Would love to see your content ripping it!

    • @jimandcoke
      @jimandcoke 5 днів тому

      Charity work? You don’t think what they paid him helped to buy the new boat?

  • @sinnedsinister
    @sinnedsinister 3 дні тому

    I really miss your tech videos that you used to do with DDE. Has a gearhead and shop owner That's What attracted me to their channel. I subscribe to hear just to stay in the loop. Wish you all the best Mike