Revealing All: EVERYTHING You Want To Know About YouTube!

We have spent the last year travelling the world, building campers and living our dreams! The question is can we keep the dream going? This week we share everything we’ve learnt, what we’ve earnt and everything in-between from our first year of doing KZread. We talk about the amazing things that doing KZread has to offer and the pitfalls of it too. We share how much it has cost us to make content and buy equipment for our first year of making videos. We take you behind the scenes and explain how the mystical world of KZread really works and answer all your questions. We also share our goals for the future and let you know the plan is for the Sainsburys van!
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00:00 How we got here
01:21 The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
04:12 Costs of making videos
05:25 Making money
12:12 Answering your questions about youtube
17:02 What’s next
18:15 Quick fire questions: travel and vans
23:47 Any question answered!
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  • @timnicholls6066
    @timnicholls60664 ай бұрын

    I'm one of those weirdos that pays not to see the ads on KZread. Here's what I owe you for all the time I've spent enjoying watching your shenanigans:-)

  • @Oppi1974

    @Oppi1974

    4 ай бұрын

    What a Boss-Move! ❤ 👍🏻

  • @bennyhill4228

    @bennyhill4228

    4 ай бұрын

    Nice one, looking forward to them doing the next one, Jess is ace and jon is funny as fook m8

  • @DanRobards

    @DanRobards

    4 ай бұрын

    Glad I'm not the only weirdo that pays for premium haha

  • @EvilBikerGangOfTheSky

    @EvilBikerGangOfTheSky

    4 ай бұрын

    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.😃👍

  • @pauldhond4974

    @pauldhond4974

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much for all the wonderful work and sharing in your adventures. Please keep it up. Paul

  • @jonjo74
    @jonjo744 ай бұрын

    Never let the trolls affect you. The jealous are troublesome to others, but a torment to themselves.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    So true Jon 💙

  • @sharonaddison809

    @sharonaddison809

    4 ай бұрын

    I love this

  • @IncurablyCreative

    @IncurablyCreative

    4 ай бұрын

    💯👍

  • @twist_of_the_wrist
    @twist_of_the_wrist4 ай бұрын

    You should release a tea mug that looks filthy like a car mechanic's mug with tool Tuesday on it.

  • @TheChiefSmeg69

    @TheChiefSmeg69

    4 ай бұрын

    Oh hell yes, mucky oily finger marks and palm print - spot on!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 we will have to do something one day for sure, Jons all up for this idea 💙

  • @philboboggins

    @philboboggins

    4 ай бұрын

    I'd buy one!

  • @michaelhammond5106

    @michaelhammond5106

    4 ай бұрын

    I'll take one !

  • @markgriffiths409

    @markgriffiths409

    4 ай бұрын

    I would defo buy one! Do the merch!11 😀👌👌

  • @simonc858
    @simonc8584 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much mate, much appreciated 👍👍

  • @martynbenson6903
    @martynbenson69034 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s so kind of you to say and such a nice compliment thank you

  • @higginsba

    @higginsba

    2 ай бұрын

    ​​@@truebluetravellers just stumbled across ye today, and couldn't agree more

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    2 ай бұрын

    @@higginsba thanks 😊

  • @BACKO7777
    @BACKO77774 ай бұрын

    One of the best van travel channels on KZread 😎💪👍

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Wow, thanks! That’s really kind

  • @Crypto-Live
    @Crypto-Live4 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s really kind of you thank you 💙 😂🤦‍♀️ you and me both

  • @mike.garnham
    @mike.garnham4 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much mate that means a lot 👍😁

  • @mariaschusler8280
    @mariaschusler82804 ай бұрын

    Jess & Jon thanks for being real & informative as well as fun. Keep doing what you are doing & follow your dreams. Good luck 🙂🍀🚐

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much Maria 💙💙

  • @williamfence566
    @williamfence5664 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much it’s much appreciated 👍👍

  • @lewisjudd1153
    @lewisjudd11534 ай бұрын

    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 💙

  • @davidgilmour5555

    @davidgilmour5555

    4 ай бұрын

    I really do appreciate it. David Gilmour

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate, it’s the least we could do to say thanks for watching 👍👍 we appreciate u commenting every week 👍👍

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks David 💙

  • @rattlebob8984

    @rattlebob8984

    4 ай бұрын

    True. I hate channels that don't bother to respond to comments or questions.

  • @grantlingley1385
    @grantlingley13854 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂 thanks guys, you will love Scotland and we can’t wait to go to Ireland as we have never been either 💙

  • @AndrewCollins-fs7oz
    @AndrewCollins-fs7oz4 ай бұрын

    We really do love you guys , always honest, informative and fun. It really is an highlight of the week watching your videos❤️💙

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Andrew, we really appreciate all your support 💙

  • @uribove
    @uribove2 ай бұрын

    "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 KZread income 🥰🥰

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    2 ай бұрын

    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 😊👍

  • @commuterbranchline8132
    @commuterbranchline81324 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 🥰

  • @michaelblair4948
    @michaelblair49484 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s such a lovely compliment, thanks so much 💙 means a lot and hope you have a great week too 😄

  • @davidgilmour5555

    @davidgilmour5555

    4 ай бұрын

    What a lovely comment and I totally agree with it..David Gilmour

  • @pauliwallnuts2804
    @pauliwallnuts28044 ай бұрын

    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 👏👏👏👍

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 🥰

  • @jsl4228
    @jsl42284 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 💙

  • @Days1485
    @Days14853 ай бұрын

    My wife doesn’t watch KZread…except your videos, she loves them, she’s constantly asking “any new videos yet ?”, I can’t fathom why people would watch your video and then slag you off..??, it’s beyond me, please continue with your fantastic content, you are both ‘Living The Dream..’

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much guys, that’s much appreciated

  • @davidt3321
    @davidt33214 ай бұрын

    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 👌

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂😂😂 love this message, so true 💪👍

  • @peterhill1367
    @peterhill13673 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much mate that’s much appreciated 💙

  • @grantlingley1385
    @grantlingley13854 ай бұрын

    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!!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much, that’s so nice of you to say 😊

  • @nickclayton9938
    @nickclayton99383 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate really appreciate it 💙

  • @SusanDougill
    @SusanDougill4 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very more Susan, im glad you come along with us 🥰💙

  • @IncurablyCreative

    @IncurablyCreative

    4 ай бұрын

    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 😊💙

  • @LuCiFeRSDS
    @LuCiFeRSDS4 ай бұрын

    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?

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂 could you imagine that, triple t on the big screen 😂👍

  • @mjms2b
    @mjms2bАй бұрын

    Your content is pretty amazing, not just the views, the destinations and the vehicles, but the TWO OF YOU are so fun. I have no idea why you don't have 1M subs, boggles my mind. Thanks for all the great content.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks very much that’s much appreciated 😊👍

  • @tcs7678
    @tcs76784 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    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 👍

  • @tcs7678

    @tcs7678

    4 ай бұрын

    @@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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    @@tcs7678 oh really I’ll have to look into the prices 👍👍

  • @Two-Bods
    @Two-Bods4 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    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 😘

  • @dannybeecroft2239
    @dannybeecroft22392 ай бұрын

    Really enjoyed your sainsbury's van conversion. Very envious of your tools😊 don't let the trolls get you down. You do the right thing by deleting them. Keep up the great work you are a great couple. The van conversion was brilliant 👏 looking forward to catching up on your other content ❤

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much Danny that’s lovely of you to say 😊💙

  • @brookelyell390
    @brookelyell3903 ай бұрын

    My husband and I love watching you guys. You're hilarious and you always have so much fun. Keep up the good work!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks guys 💙

  • @Bradtheone
    @Bradtheone4 ай бұрын

    Jess & Jon … not sure how I stumbled on your channel but I’m hooked on every episode adverts and all 😬

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 😁👍

  • @UnusualThings1
    @UnusualThings13 ай бұрын

    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 🤘

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    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 🤷‍♂️

  • @lockguy2652
    @lockguy26523 ай бұрын

    Here is a warm n happy comment🤗 you guy's are fun to watch, genuine and produce great content. I am glad to have found your channel and have binge watching from the oldest to the newest. Anytime you enter a public medium like YT or FB etc the jealous haters will be there. Just know that there are those of us that support your vision and dreams.😉 keep smashing it!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much that’s lovely of you to say 😊

  • @RichFlynn1
    @RichFlynn14 ай бұрын

    I pay for KZread 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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Oh really I didn’t know about either of these, thanks for the tip 👍

  • @RichFlynn1

    @RichFlynn1

    4 ай бұрын

    @@truebluetravellers you only need one n stick your partner on

  • @Antonymorris1.6
    @Antonymorris1.63 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 👍

  • @whathasxgottodowithit3919.
    @whathasxgottodowithit3919.4 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂 that would stop a lot of it for sure 👍

  • @rgb002762
    @rgb0027624 ай бұрын

    When one of my KZread faves get there first sponsor .I smile to myself.. You guys are the yin and yang of KZread travel..Keep doing what we can't..

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much, that’s lovely and we really appreciate the support 💙

  • @stevecox9209
    @stevecox92094 ай бұрын

    You're doing a brilliant job, both. Keep it coming. You're a breath of fresh air.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks ever so much 💙

  • @helenbleakley-roberts9547
    @helenbleakley-roberts95474 ай бұрын

    The cabin was one of my favourite bits... All of your content makes me smile...

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much Helen 😊💙

  • @karentrivett9895
    @karentrivett98954 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks guys that’s much appreciated 💙💙

  • @daniellyne1
    @daniellyne12 ай бұрын

    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 🤟🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much it’s much appreciated 😊

  • @mattwestby1169
    @mattwestby11694 ай бұрын

    I can't believe how horrible some people can be, leaving such nasty and personal comments from the safety of their grotty bedroom. I can just imagine what the sad little trolls look like, upset with their own life that's going nowhere..... Nearly 57k subscribers outnumber the sadsacks, you're doing a great job 👍🫶❤

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much mate, sometimes I feel a bit sorry for them as to say things like that I wonder what there life must be like 👍

  • @tatiana9225
    @tatiana92253 ай бұрын

    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.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much for your lovely message 💙

  • @PatGill-tu6oq
    @PatGill-tu6oq4 ай бұрын

    I don't mind the random adverts if they did not repeat again and again and again and again............ mix them up a bit please KZread!!!!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 I know it’s such a pain hey, I’d love some tool adverts 😂

  • @sunseeker8457
    @sunseeker84574 ай бұрын

    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).

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    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

  • @Ogma3bandcamp
    @Ogma3bandcamp4 ай бұрын

    Always loved your transparency guys. Hate bs. Top job!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s a lovely compliment thank you 💙

  • @RicoBurroFilms
    @RicoBurroFilms4 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂 thanks mate 👍

  • @RobertBlake-zd4cs
    @RobertBlake-zd4cs4 ай бұрын

    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 😀👍

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Wow thank you, that’s so lovely of you to say thanks so much 💙

  • @andrewmynott694
    @andrewmynott6944 ай бұрын

    You guys are brilliant. Do not give up what you do. Keep being yourselves.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much mate 💪💙

  • @markwhale7052
    @markwhale70523 ай бұрын

    Finally an informative, honest, no holds barred run down on running a youtube channel! thanks guys for this and all of your content. keep at it!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 👍

  • @stuartguy4479
    @stuartguy44794 ай бұрын

    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 KZread 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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tip I’ll go check that out 👍👍

  • @PatGill-tu6oq
    @PatGill-tu6oq4 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Now that sounds like a proper workshop 👌👌

  • @turdwarbler
    @turdwarbler4 ай бұрын

    I think you should do a section on "Tool of the week" Jon could then star every week. 🙂 !!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 absolutely

  • @faithshields1286
    @faithshields12864 ай бұрын

    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 ❤

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    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 💙

  • @westkie
    @westkie4 ай бұрын

    Love the honesty this video. I watched many KZread 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. 😂

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 thanks very much mate that’s much appreciated 👍👍👍

  • @stevet5248
    @stevet52483 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much Steve 👍

  • @philkfoto
    @philkfoto4 ай бұрын

    I have been streaming content from KZread 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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much for all the feedback it’s great to hear and lovely to read too 👍👍👍👍

  • @denisescally7090
    @denisescally70904 ай бұрын

    That was brill! I watched your first van tour and thought ‘Hmm these two have some clever ideas then never watched another till the defender and the promise of the Sainsbury’s van. Now I know better and will just watch whatever you put out! I travelled USA, coast to coast and back before the internet was even invented. Can’t wait to see you two doing it! ❤

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks Denise, I always wonder weather it would be better or worse to of traveled before the internet, in some ways it would be great as everything you see is all new and unexpected as you don’t know what’s coming, but then you might miss things as you don’t know they are there, 💙

  • @denisescally7090

    @denisescally7090

    4 ай бұрын

    @@truebluetravellers And the safety aspect, no mobile phones, we got into a couple of sticky situations but got home alive!

  • @daviemaclean61
    @daviemaclean614 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Yep that’s it, it’s more effort to comment than it is to just switch to something else 😂😂🤷‍♂️

  • @rattlebob8984

    @rattlebob8984

    4 ай бұрын

    Negative comments are just from miserable people looking for attention I think.

  • @rustycomer8502
    @rustycomer85024 ай бұрын

    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 KZread 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!!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    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 😁👍

  • @Bokooda
    @Bokooda4 ай бұрын

    You both supply fun, entertaining and educational content, that's what grows KZread channels. Keep living the dream, it looks like good fun! 🙏🏽

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much that’s really kind of you 💙

  • @TrefyJot
    @TrefyJot4 ай бұрын

  • @richard_builds_it
    @richard_builds_it4 ай бұрын

    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? 💪🏻💪🏻😓

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate, yeah making a pop top is one I’d love to do 👍👍

  • @bawballs
    @bawballs4 ай бұрын

    Try not to let the vile trolls ruin your days. It's refreshing to get such transpancy with regards to expenses and earnings. The sainsburys build was when I started watching your content and just loved the quality of your work and the laughs along the way. I hope you hit the 100k subs sooner than you hope. Many of us will love you guys reaching that milestone. Keep up the great content boy and potty mouth.x

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂 thanks very much 🤞 it keeps going well 😊

  • @fookdatchit
    @fookdatchit4 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 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 💙

  • @upthevilla65
    @upthevilla654 ай бұрын

    Keep doing what you’re doing, I’m a 59 year old codger & I love your content. Jon stop giving the lovely Jessica a hard time! 😅

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂 thanks so much mate. Don’t tell her but she is a good old girl!

  • @mjs7172
    @mjs71724 ай бұрын

    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 😂😂😂

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂 he wishes 💪💪

  • @terrywright8347
    @terrywright83474 ай бұрын

    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

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Terry, that’s nice of you to say mate thank you 💙💙

  • @deletezooi6398
    @deletezooi63984 ай бұрын

    I just love the genuine responses, and no clickbaits headlines. I’d just open and watch every vlog just to keep you guys the lovely nobbers that you are. Love to see how much you 2 care about each other and the proof again that opposites attract 😊 safe travels and hope to see a lot of that

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Lovely nobbers 😂💙 brilliant, love it 😂 thanks very much mate 💙

  • @IN_THIS_DAY_AND_AGE
    @IN_THIS_DAY_AND_AGE4 ай бұрын

    I only have notifications turned on for two channels, TBT and Camper Vibe. Both are excellent. Fun and informative in equal measure.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks a lot that’s so nice of you 😊

  • @Mark.G475
    @Mark.G4754 ай бұрын

    Shadow Foam!!!! Is cool! Cheer's 🍻🧀🇺🇲🥶

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    So cool hey mark 👍👍

  • @ian_md
    @ian_md4 ай бұрын

    I consider myself a sensible afficionado of youtube content; you guys are up there with the best with delivery, openness and comic timing. I know you will eventually struggle to react/reply to comments but it is lovely you do whilst you are still growing. You deserve all the success on your journey, you truly do

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s such a lovely compliment thank you. We worry about not being able to reply to everyone but will do our best to keep it up 💙

  • @stevenausten-davies141
    @stevenausten-davies1414 ай бұрын

    Most natural informative humorous couple on KZread. Roll on a million subscribers

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Ah thanks very much 😘💙

  • @trevorbryan5416
    @trevorbryan54164 ай бұрын

    Don’t let the negativity stop you, love your videos and your personalities.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate 👍

  • @mspsychgenius
    @mspsychgenius2 ай бұрын

    I've binge watched your sainsburys build and Arctic circle and you are both really entertaining to watch.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 😊👍

  • @srea064
    @srea0644 ай бұрын

    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! 👍

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    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 💙

  • @terry9414
    @terry94144 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the fun content, I can never understand how some people have so little going on in their lives that they have to troll. 🙂😁

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    I know I feel sorry for them in a way 👍

  • @BorisTheDefender
    @BorisTheDefender4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for the mention 😁 Already got a subscriber mentioning that this video sent them over! Great video you two!!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    No worries jacko thanks for the advice 👍

  • @Auntiemarge
    @Auntiemarge4 ай бұрын

    Hey, I watch a lot of smaller KZreadrs, 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.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    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 👙😎😂👍

  • @Auntiemarge

    @Auntiemarge

    4 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @benjolly354
    @benjolly3544 ай бұрын

    Full video with no bikini 😂😂😂 spot on you guys! Most down to earth on youtube 👍

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂 she wouldn’t let me 🤷‍♂️😂 thanks mate 👍

  • @amydenton4759
    @amydenton47595 күн бұрын

    Hello, I may be a girl but I really really enjoy John's TTT as I'm always tinkering in the shed and I even have a Snap-on tool box in my bedroom lol so please don't give up TTT as it pick up so many tips from you both and I've only found you both 3 days ago!!! Don't give up xxx

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    5 күн бұрын

    Thanks very much, very jealous of the snap on box in the bedroom 👌👌

  • @TheClique
    @TheClique4 ай бұрын

    Johnny... I'll be your friend. Thanks for such an honest video. We have a very old channel that has never taken off, so we use it as a resource of what we want to share and what we film for clients. Love your work. Jess, come visit Melbourne next time you're here. Johnny can take me to shopping

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    😂😂 thanks very much that’s really kind of you 🥰💙

  • @pondlaners
    @pondlaners4 ай бұрын

    We love your videos, part of our Saturday ritual! Keep being yourselves and entertaining us 😊

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks guys 😁👍

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler854 ай бұрын

    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. 👍👍👍👍

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 😁👍

  • @dubious6718

    @dubious6718

    4 ай бұрын

    The banter is the reason I kept watching, but I staid cause they make good content.

  • @WaynesWheels
    @WaynesWheels4 ай бұрын

    Love this thanks.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much 💙

  • @stevebourne2812
    @stevebourne28124 ай бұрын

    Jess & Jon you are the most genuinely honest and intelligent KZreadrs out there. Hopefully you’ll smash the 100k subscribers real soon ❤👍💪

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s so sweet of you to say thanks so much 💙😘

  • @MC-yb5pr
    @MC-yb5pr4 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤ love it!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks 😁💙

  • @leeparry1530
    @leeparry15304 ай бұрын

    Don’t worry about the negative comments just keep doing what your doing, content really enjoyable to watch.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much mate 👍

  • @steveyates781
    @steveyates7814 ай бұрын

    Hi Just watched the good the bad and the ugly. Keep them coming. I’m now retired, I have a Defender 110 and was looking for a way to modify it following a trip to New Zealand, that’s when I found you two. When I feel a bit lost or low, I watch one of your videos, cheers me up. Thanks 😊

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much mate I’m glad you enjoy them 💙, hopefully you will be out in the defender soon 👍

  • @carlblackie
    @carlblackie4 ай бұрын

    What an honest and informative vlog. You guys are living your best life. Never let the negative ruin what you guys have. Honesty and truthful you have been through out. I’m loving them, you have me hooked keep up the good work you compliment each other so well. A bit of Ying and Yang going on ❤

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much that’s lovely of you to say 💙

  • @amandaconnor142
    @amandaconnor1424 ай бұрын

    Ignore the negative feedback and the trolls. We love what you’re doing. Nobody on YT comes close to the way you make your content. Keep it up. Amanda and Terry

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks guys, means a lot 🥰💙

  • @fufflenarnia3886
    @fufflenarnia38864 ай бұрын

    I enjoyed that, thank you.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching 😁

  • @Hudson01234
    @Hudson012344 ай бұрын

    😍 Love your content!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much, so lovely to hear you enjoy it. Thanks ever so much for you generosity too, we really do appreciate it 💙💙

  • @martingibbs9277
    @martingibbs92774 ай бұрын

    Great video, love your honesty ❤

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! 💙

  • @user-xy4rl8dw8y
    @user-xy4rl8dw8y4 ай бұрын

    Easily my favourite channel on You Tube, great fun and well made videos. Looking forward to following you on your next adventures, keep up the good work brightening up our Saturday mornings. You two are truly inspirational and just genuinely nice people. Thank you.

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much that’s so lovely of you to say 🥰💙

  • @JustTake5mins
    @JustTake5mins4 ай бұрын

    Just love your videos. Keep up the good work!

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks 😁👍

  • @fionagardiner9095
    @fionagardiner90954 ай бұрын

    I adore that you read our comments and reply! Thank you. Love watching and being part of the adventures and builds. And thanks for making me laugh. Best of all you are honest and natural. Keep being who you are ❤🎉😂

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for leaving a comment for us Fiona, it helps the Chanel and it’s also lovely to get to know the people who watch 😁💙

  • @josiejohnson3443
    @josiejohnson34434 ай бұрын

    You guys are class 😊

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks 🥰

  • @cathbp4089
    @cathbp40893 ай бұрын

    Loving the vids, keep doing what you love...

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks cath 😊

  • @iancliveedwards
    @iancliveedwards4 ай бұрын

    Love your content, enjoy watching your adventures and appreciating your honesty x

  • @truebluetravellers

    @truebluetravellers

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much! That’s kind of you to say 💙