$1M Charter Catamaran Conversion -PART 2- Top Secret (electric) Boat Tour

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  • @GGB_777
    @GGB_777 5 ปีที่แล้ว +222

    This captain is laudable, not for his boat or financial status, but for his intelligence, clarity of thought, earnestness and knowledge.

    • @jarateman6427
      @jarateman6427 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I didn't know what laudable meant. LOL but after looking it up I completely agree. Awesome and Very informative video!!

    • @elis51501
      @elis51501 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100%, to have your “Captain” / owner/builder be so well versed in all aspects of his catamaran home would be so comforting especially when something went wrong at sea. I am nothing but impressed with him and his vision and knowledge of sailing and being 1 with his beautiful cat.

    • @MarleyMarlz1234
      @MarleyMarlz1234 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Came here to say this. Wow.

  • @joahyoga1995
    @joahyoga1995 5 ปีที่แล้ว +232

    This guy seems super smart - and I like his style. Fun to here him talk.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Yes, very smart guy, but also a very cool dude.

    • @Errol.C-nz
      @Errol.C-nz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@TheOKellys Ive watch these Top Secret episodes several times...it struck me from the start...how yanks are stuck in the past...imperial meassures, gallons!...120v networks...amps :-?...a kilowatt...IS a measure of energy used OR created in...here it is...one hour...THERES NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A KILOWATT and a kilowatt hour...whats the point of a kilowatt hour...stuck in "amp hour" thinking...amps ONLY apply for determining your cable size!.
      Do LOVE your channel though...youre a thinker! with bloody good sense...cheers from littleol NZ...home if THE cup

    • @swooosh9
      @swooosh9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Errol.C-nz Actually, there is a difference: a kilowatt is a thousand Watts (a.k.a. Joules per second), and it is used to measure POWER which is the rate of doing work, or density of energy per unit of time. Kilowatt-hour or kWh is a unit of total ENERGY consumed or produced (also measured in Joules), at least in classical mechanics and physics - from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watt

    • @Errol.C-nz
      @Errol.C-nz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@swooosh9 its not the rate of energy...you cant use a kw in a minute...its always a measure in an hour...1 kilowatt, is the same as 1 kilowatt hour

    • @swooosh9
      @swooosh9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Errol.C-nz www.energylens.com/articles/kw-and-kwh
      read a textbook, or at least Wikipedia. Although.... you may just be hopeless...

  • @CaptainPetrolburner
    @CaptainPetrolburner 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Conversation around 17:00 was amazing. The regen moderating the shock to the rig while surfing was something I wouldn’t have thought of on my own.

  • @MrQuigley26
    @MrQuigley26 5 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Nicely done. Top Secret is awesome for allowing you to “interview” them with the tour. This 2 part series will go viral amongst us trying to learn about cats and electric motors! Thanks for sharing your experiences in your build and Very, VERY nice build Top Secret!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You think? Well, I was sure inspired by the boat (and by Rean) when we first met them last year. It's still unbelievable to me that he got all that done in two years. Amazing.

  • @YourRoyalHighness
    @YourRoyalHighness 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This guy is amazing, I could listen to him for days talking about his boat. His experience and insight is incalculable.

  • @Niagra2011
    @Niagra2011 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Nick, you did an amazing job on this two part interview! You asked all the right questions and everything was top notch!
    Rean is an intelligent man and has an absolutely beautiful home on the water. His design ideas and changes are done showing usefulness, energy efficient, and almost off the grid not to mention that yacht is a work of art! Well done Rean and Nick!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Appreciate that. Not only a brilliant guy, but also just a good dude. It’s an inspiring boat.

  • @raeganwilliams5579
    @raeganwilliams5579 5 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    This guy!!! I cannot tell you how much I’ve enjoyed these videos.
    Thanks so much for a fresh and informative look. If it works for you guys, please keep making your great videos! They are so refreshing in a ‘sea’ of not a lot of info. Thanks so much!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Reagan. Appreciate that. We will try to keep the vids informative, but also weave in a bit of day-to-day vlog-ish sort of stuff too. Hopefully keep a good balance.

  • @brianmclellan1087
    @brianmclellan1087 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Great guy and informative. I liked the fact he wasn’t shy about the various costs of boat.

  • @roryblake3232
    @roryblake3232 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Great series, 2 likeable, bright, enthusiastic people. A credit to youtube.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much for that. Appreciate it. Nick

  • @grassibruno
    @grassibruno 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Nick! In terms of “content”, I think this is the best TH-cam video I have ever watched! Congratulations and thank you for sharing this with us!! Seriously! Top Secret captain, I truly admire your work, humbleness in the communicating all the data and dedication! Awesome!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Woah man! Thank you! Seriously! Rean's work and generosity with sharing it with us is what made this video good. Thanks Bruno!

    • @GrantLewthwaite
      @GrantLewthwaite 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Superb video, great content, informative, relevant and above all real in every respect - congrats on a brilliant edition

    • @trekano9849
      @trekano9849 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I tend to agree with those sentiments, I am not wowed by much and this one for me is A+

  • @seraphimsanctuary
    @seraphimsanctuary 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This series is the best I have ever seen on a modern refit.

  • @williammorgan8545
    @williammorgan8545 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So, I’m in home isolation and watching sailing videos….for several days now. Very inspiring. This guy seems to have solved every problem I have envisioned. If you had not already answered my questions, he did with impressive detail. Great video. I hope you can connect with him again. Thanks for providing this content.

  • @stevel7465
    @stevel7465 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Nick, your videos just get better and better.
    He should be your video partner full time, he is great to watch and you 2 have a great conversation.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Cheers from Canada

    • @larrymeyer2917
      @larrymeyer2917 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Steve L where in Canada? I’m in Sidney and agree with most of the setup other than safety, you need continuous power and would have a ......DC genset capable of giving me power to run from bad weather. Coastal cruising, no issue, unless you on the west coast of USA.

  • @sailingthescarletibis
    @sailingthescarletibis 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Some friends and I chartered Top Secret from Voyage many years ago. It was a great boat then, but now?... Wow, totally unrecognizable. What an incredible job they've done. Great video series on the refit! Thanks!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Depending on when, it could have been the same boat. I'm pretty sure he owned it the whole time. I don't think there is ANYTHING about that boat the resembles the original. Pretty amazing, eh?

    • @todaysrealhealth8038
      @todaysrealhealth8038 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      that is so cool.

  • @AlanCzajkowski
    @AlanCzajkowski 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    totally agree with the comment on electric being the future, with diesel as backup ... boat manufacturers need to take this more seriously

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They'll come around. I think the market is there, especially among real, dedicated sailors.

  • @davidward7561
    @davidward7561 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thanks so much for sharing what you've learned from the gentleman who was kind enough to spend the time he did describing his build, sharing advantages and disadvantages of his setup and how he would do things differently if he were to do it again. VERY INFORMATIVE. Thanks, Nick!!!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know. Rean is quite generous to have shared his knowledge with me/us. Thank you for the kind words. It is appreciated! Nick

    • @christim4941
      @christim4941 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOKellys South African hospitality ... 😄

  • @mcd858
    @mcd858 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Absolutely brilliant & informative. Thanks, Nick!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Rean is a brilliant guy. Just had to (try to) point the camera in the right direction.

  • @Stubones999
    @Stubones999 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nick, these two videos on Top Secret have been the best and most informative videos I've watched on the subject! I like this guy's honest and to the point information.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Stuart. Rean is a great guy. I learned a lot too! Appreciate the note!

  • @chrismitchell3294
    @chrismitchell3294 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nick, this is the third time I have watched this video. Rean is a very special person, skilled, intelligent, driven and very clever! Very inspiring as he has brought the future to the now - 'a viable electric / solar long range cruiser. Excellent video! Thanks Nick!!!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Chris, pretty much hit the nail on the head. Also just a real good dude. He definitely inspired me. I definitely want to try a solar-electric drive cat someday myself. Thanks for the note, Nick

    • @davidturner8301
      @davidturner8301 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheOKellysalso great how Rean used so many innovative lightweight materials that still function well and look beautiful :-)

  • @paulp7365
    @paulp7365 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an engineering genius. Now I know you need a lot more knowledge than I thought to have an efficient boat.

  • @careylogan8455
    @careylogan8455 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    these 2 videos are probably the most important and informative on the issue of electric vs. diesel drive systems. what an AMAZING boat!! the only thing that I saw that I would change are all the sharp corners. I cannot get over how beautifully built and laid out this vessel is. Amazing, simply amazing!!! thank you for bring this to our attention. Luv ya guys.

  • @mammacatta
    @mammacatta 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    And now I know I want an elecrtic engine for my future cat. I hope it will be affordable in 5 years. Thaks A LOT, this was a very good serie.

  • @mellovox
    @mellovox 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Unbelievably beautiful boat. This is the direction catamarans should be moving in and more like it should be available to purchase. Best sailing episode I’ve seen in ages, well done.

  • @trekano9849
    @trekano9849 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you to both of you guys for bringing this overview and information to a public forum, your narration/interview style is great!
    The quality of the workmanship is beautiful, and I appreciate that inspecting the boat via TH-cam doesn’t give a true picture of what it is like in real life.
    I am planning a catamaran purchase, and you have definitely open my eyes to electric propulsion.

  • @todaysrealhealth8038
    @todaysrealhealth8038 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Loved Raen's honesty and both your interview and tour style.

  • @ek9772
    @ek9772 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for part 1 and part 2
    There is so much wisdom and knowledge in these two videos.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know. I learned a lot too.

  • @maximaleffort
    @maximaleffort 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you to both families for opening up for the tour. Love the tech and personal engineering. This adventure was pure magic. Many happy returns!

  • @ShunyataGuy
    @ShunyataGuy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The two best videos I've seen on the subject(s). Smart guy and really, really pleasant. How great that he was happy to share all of that knowledge and experience. The info about electric propulsion and electric things, in general, as well as general philosophy about doing a refit, was invaluable. These are reference videos.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, thank you. That's a very high compliment. Yeh, Rean is the real deal. Just started a new project....I'm going to have to catch up with him again and check it out!

  • @Supe063
    @Supe063 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Totally impressed .... wow! Not just the Cat either, which is stunning. The video (score, production, editing, questions etc) is better even than a lot of "professional" magazines. Fair winds for your northbound sail!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! Thank you. When I get back to the States and good wifi, I'll put all these tracks on Soundcloud in case anyone else wants to use them. Appreciate the compliment! Nick

  • @clayfarnet970
    @clayfarnet970 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love everything about the boat. One of the biggest pluses for me is no diesel exhaust fumes. The only negative is, it's so a cool and comfortable, everyone in the anchorage what's to be on it. 😂😂
    I have to say, I really have been enjoying your channel. Every episode is a reminder of how much more I need to learn. Thanks guys! 👍👍👍

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The learning never stops for me. That's what I like about this cruising lifestyle. Appreciate your kind words. We feel very fortunate to be able to do this and amazed that we can share it on TH-cam so easily. Thanks for the note!

  • @keithjohnson9936
    @keithjohnson9936 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was absolutely the single best TH-cam video produced for modern day sailing, I am very impressed and thank you for such an in-depth look at electric sailing at its best, very inspiring and informative!
    VOTED NUNBER ONE VIDEO!!!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woah Keith, thank you! I am inspired by Rean and Top Secret as well. Really appreciate the glowing review. Best, Nick

  • @notwrk
    @notwrk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nick, thanks to you, Rean and Mari for an awesome couple of episodes! I learned so much and it radically changed my views towards even house electrics on a cat.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Alan. I learn so much (what to do, what NOT to do) from talking to owners and being really observant on other people's boats. This was very generous of Rean to do.

  • @timo2905
    @timo2905 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best interview and commentary I have seen yet on electric marine applications. The captain is super knowledgeable. Thanks for sharing. Great interview. Will have to rewatch.

  • @narsisco2010
    @narsisco2010 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very impressive boat and a VERY impressive captain. He’s the guy you want as your best friend and advisor. I’ve been watching many many videos on the cruising lifestyle over the last few months as I contemplate a new era in my life and have seen some great presentations by some obviously very experienced and thoughtful folks, but I have to say that I learned more in this 2 part video than I did with many others. Rean’s knowledge, expertise, vision... and really... his self-awareness translated into an exceptional redesign and an amazingly livable cat. I have a feeling that I will return to this video many times over the next couple of years as I work toward realizing my vision. Thanks so much for taking the time to create this highly-detailed, informative, and entertaining video. The more I learn of the Cruiser community, the more I want to become part of it!

  • @G11713
    @G11713 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The captain's comprehensive and eloquent responses to your thoughtful questions was a pleasure to view. I have long thought a sailboat only needs at most a genset for range extension given modern lithium batteries (LiFePO4) and the flexibility of electric motors (ie. The GM Volt). Sailboats will become more and more floating batteries and not just floating canvas :). Also, the captain's admission of regretting not choosing 12v system all around and thereby not splitting his battery bank and the subsequent inefficiency of sharing power was amazing and very sensible. One of the most informative videos I've watched in a while. Thanks.
    "Any sail boat builder not looking into electric drives is not doing their homework" -- to paraphrase the Captain.

  • @seanruffolo6083
    @seanruffolo6083 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All electric, bidet, regenerative props... this man has all of my dream cat ideas already manifested.

  • @robertflindall4692
    @robertflindall4692 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm absolutely in love with this catamaran! Well done. It's simply amazing.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pretty sweet, eh?

    • @robertflindall4692
      @robertflindall4692 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOKellys Sweet is an understatement! Thanks for sharing the boat tour. I learned quite a bit!

  • @NYWaters
    @NYWaters 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Converted my 30 foot Monohull to electric propulsion in 2008 and never looked back. Rean hits all the points of the advantages that I have found with EP over the ten years myself.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right on! I'd like to go that direction with the next boat.

  • @edrosenberger6947
    @edrosenberger6947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rean is one mentally sharp designer and go-getter.....he could write an outstanding book on this interesting subject! Thank you Nick for all your work on this very informative video.....

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He sure is. And a really nice guy too. Appreciate the kind words Ed. Nick

  • @tedboender
    @tedboender 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    If Elon made a catamaran. 👍🏻😁. I absolutely loved this video. Really informative and inspiring. Cheers, Ted

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm inspired too. Yeh, get Elan out on a boat....wait...when would he have time for that...? Lol Thanks for the kind note! Nick

  • @hardstyle8184
    @hardstyle8184 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is hands down one of the nicest custom fabricated house that sails I’ve ever seen. Very cool he gave us the house tour! Thank you guys! Amazing

  • @leazzel7
    @leazzel7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Last week I started off watching cruise ships and now I'm telling my husband, we need a boat. And apparently I just made my husband very happy with my new discovey. Great channel 👍 love the all the information.

    • @leazzel7
      @leazzel7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheOKellys just out of curiosity, I believe in a previous video you mentioned your land home is in the Pacific Northwest. Do you moor your catamaran on the west coast or elsewhere?

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We bought the boat in the Caribbean and have not taken her through the canal....yet. For now, we will keep the boat on the east coast in the hurricane season. But we are west coast sailors....seems like we might have to take the boat to SoCal perhaps in a couple years. Maybe. Who knows? Not us...

  • @2peter5679
    @2peter5679 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't normally comment on Videos, but this one takes the cake. Thanks to the owner/builder & the interviewer. Wow....Amazing!!!!!

  • @joahyoga1995
    @joahyoga1995 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Agreed Nick, nothing better than when the diesel motor sound turns off and the silence of sailing kicks in.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every. Single. Time...

  • @kpayton2001
    @kpayton2001 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I could listen to this guy talk about boats all day

  • @pkekalos
    @pkekalos 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Both episodes were terrific. Really, really useful information, and Nick, you are a great interviewer. Given your background, not surprising. Rean was a super informative on-air talent as well. I really enjoy your videos. Keep them coming.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey thank you. I'm just a curious person and Rean is just...a brilliant person. That makes it easy.

  • @GoodkatNW
    @GoodkatNW 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This gent is fantastic, so HAPPY. Please do more of these

  • @clivestainlesssteelwomble7665
    @clivestainlesssteelwomble7665 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This guy is a natural and fully clued up ...he knows where things are going and the technology is going to go his way even more and faster..since this was made.
    😎

  • @forsuccessforlife7441
    @forsuccessforlife7441 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My new favorite hosts - and Top Secret - what an amazing sailing genius!!!! Thanks!!!

  • @LifeBetweenTheDash
    @LifeBetweenTheDash 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazing interview. I could have listened for so much longer. Felt like I was right there. Half expected his wife to call us for lunch or to bring drinks up. Thanks so much!!

  • @peterstarkey1360
    @peterstarkey1360 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that what l'm talking about...THAT IS BEAUTIFULL
    It reminded me of the passion & dedication needed when l built my 45ft cat back in the 90's...back then l wanted electric & 18 months ago finally did the conversion only l have prop shafts....l still love tinkering on her....what a beautiful job they've done thou...love the passion...cheers

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm really interested in this right now. Peter, is there a place we can take a look at your boat?

    • @peterstarkey1360
      @peterstarkey1360 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nick O'Kelly ,hello only if your in Adelaide ,South Australia....cheers Peter

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol. not yet! Snap some photos when you can and if you want. Would love to get the details.

  • @donplaistow4974
    @donplaistow4974 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely brilliant! Love the well thought out design and reasoning behind the decisions. Diesel-electric has been in use since at least the WWII era submarines and is also used in nearly all locomotives in the US; this is not at all crazy. As battery prices come down and storage capacity goes up, this will become the standard.

  • @PremierNZ-qb5zd
    @PremierNZ-qb5zd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I worked for a world leading superyacht company for many years and we would have been proud to have launched a yacht like Top Secret. She’s a credit to her owner and the electrical innovation is outstanding. One thing that puzzled me though was the seemingly endless supply of energy being extracted from the solar panels and the regen capability and then......diesel generators, glad to see that practicality came into play. Loved the videos very professionally done ✅

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much for the kind words! On the question of gensets, I think it comes down to safety and backup. From memory I believe the propulsion bank is in the 24Kwh range, and those motors are each rated to12Kw continuous. So a situation such as a lee shore or adverse current or collision threat could arise requiring more continuous energy output than the bank could supply. Having the ready power available (with the redundancy of two sets) is likely peace of mind. Also, having guests aboard and running the A/C continuously could run the house down quickly. It's a good question though. They are enroute direct to the BVIs as we speak, but perhaps Rean can weigh in when he gets a moment.

    • @PremierNZ-qb5zd
      @PremierNZ-qb5zd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nick O'Kelly, actually I meant that having the genset was sensible from a practical point of view. There are some who totally rely on electrical energy alone which, in my view, leaves them vulnerable in exactly the situation you raised. I know boats of yesteryear sailed the world with no mechanical propulsion but look how many voyagers ended in disaster on lee shores. So, until battery and solar technology advances significantly then a blend of new and old is the way to go. Cheers and happy sailing.

    • @SteinVarjord
      @SteinVarjord 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Boats did often end up on lee shores in the old days, but that wasn’t only caused by lack of an engine. Old style rigs, hulls and keels were very poor when going to windward in a good blow. Modern boats are often not built well enough to handle heavy weather upwind, but in a well built and used modern boat, a lee shore should never be a problem in anything short of a severe storm, which should be planned before it arrives. Still, it’s probably good thinking to have a DC generator on any electric boat in the foreseeable future.

  • @corypride
    @corypride 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    EXTREMELY informative! I didn't have a clue what you were talking about most of the time but it was still revelatory. Thanks.

  • @stevecieri2755
    @stevecieri2755 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, great interview. Terrific boat. Obviously a very experienced and enthusiastic yachtsman and a very intelligent person. Thanks for sharing his story.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure. Yes, agree with you completely. Appreciate the note!

  • @jodymooney255
    @jodymooney255 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nick, amazing interview and what an incredible job he did. I believe Rean’s in line of a genius with endless money, but very humble!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      And just a plain good guy to boot!

  • @Jayrob1502
    @Jayrob1502 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Guy is the man, awesome conversion, incredible catamaran, not only an eco boat but a real luxury home aswell. WOW

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And a super nice guy too. Thanks for the comment!

  • @MrJhchrist
    @MrJhchrist 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Nope! The old guys still tell me it can't be done, electric and solar are some kind of Chinese conspiracy!
    (yes, that is sarcasm you hear)
    Well done vid, very well done boat, thanks for sharing!

  • @robertwatters6026
    @robertwatters6026 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loads of useful information on the electric side especially! Thank you for this 2 part video to all concerned!!!

  • @twrayl2002
    @twrayl2002 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is an awesome video. It is inspiring especially for future electric sailing.

  • @maximilian.R
    @maximilian.R 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it when one puts its mind to build something and gets it done, with quality.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. It is inspiring.

  • @douglasrussell5098
    @douglasrussell5098 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best looking boat I have ever seen! Impressive!

  • @stuartsimmons956
    @stuartsimmons956 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best, I repeat the best videos yet. This is the future and extremely inspiring. Keep this coming.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thank you Stuart. It is the future. If my Yanmars weren't in such good shape... Appreciate the kind words. Nick

  • @davidglasgow8068
    @davidglasgow8068 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    TH-cam at it's best .Loved these 2 videos A very likeable and informative host, being asked pertinent and interesting questions,. The passion of both guys shone through. May the wind always be at your back.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks David. Much appreciated.

  • @hartfischer5509
    @hartfischer5509 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I would go all electric. Just the feel of quiet operation even when under power, is just priceless. And running the diesel generator when necessary gives you all the range ,energy, everything. Great boat.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, really is an amazing boat. The owners are even more amazing.

  • @robertlindsay2687
    @robertlindsay2687 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was fantastic in the way that it gave us so many details. A video of progress photos would be brilliant for anyone considering a build anything like this

  • @ianadkins471
    @ianadkins471 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fascinating. This has me seriously thinking electric! Great interview.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. Yes I am inspired to try it too. Maybe on the next boat.

    • @ianadkins471
      @ianadkins471 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nick O'Kelly I actually think I am going to research a diesel electric system as a conversion. Lots to learn but a very interesting concept. Technology makes it all possible. Thanks again for opening my eyes!

  • @deadstick8863
    @deadstick8863 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow. That boat is fantastic. Exactly what I would like to do. Very good two videos. Very in depth. Great job!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you John. Very generous of Rean and Mari to show me around with a camera in their face.

  • @Buses2Bikes
    @Buses2Bikes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This boat is off the chain. Thank you for the walkthrough, Nick. These owners could start a catamaran customizing business and make a killing.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They don't need to start any businesses. Rean retired a long long time ago. And the fact that he did it himself even though he didnt have to ..... how cool is that?

    • @Buses2Bikes
      @Buses2Bikes 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOKellys But that's what I mean! He did all that himself and it came out awesome. Imagine if he started a company that did that for other people who wanted it? Imagine the possibilities. All those Cats destroyed by hurricanes could be brought back to life for less than the cost of buying a new one. And it could be tailored to the owner's liking.

  • @mronlyjeanshp
    @mronlyjeanshp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is one of the most enjoyable and entertaining explanations of the technology of a sailboat/house I’m not a sailor but fascinated with sailing channels “TOP SECRET” Needs it’s own TH-cam channel and Kudos to the producer of this video great job I enjoy listening and learning 😎

    • @mronlyjeanshp
      @mronlyjeanshp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh and I’m a subscriber now 👍🏻

  • @forster46
    @forster46 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hands down my favorite catamaran I've seen. Would give anything to own this boat.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rean is just now starting another similar project. I'm guessing he will keep one for himself. Stay tuned, you may have your chance at her!

  • @Acrowat40
    @Acrowat40 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    love the channel - and this guy is super informative and really interesting interviewee. Thanks both for the time producing these!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Philip, we love having you along for the ride. I miss those guys already!

  • @island7458
    @island7458 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    First, why in the world did I want this information to go longer than it did?!? Second, this is the equivalent of gold... Thank you guys for the effort. Keep up the good work!

  • @caligunlawssuck4326
    @caligunlawssuck4326 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Both videos are excellent! I learned a lot from watching them! I saved both videos so I can watch them a couple more times! One of these days I hope to get my own catamaran. Once again, thank you very much for sharing! Take care.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey it is my privilege to be able to do this. I am really glad you liked the vids. I learned a lot from the boat and from Rean. Glad you did too. Fair winds, Nick

  • @peptors6686
    @peptors6686 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You two are a killer combo! Great Job!

  • @brettharman8921
    @brettharman8921 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks to Rean and Mari for a wonderful look into your beautiful cat. Rean was very informative, Nick great shot and editing. very impressive boat!! i would think she would bear well over a mill on the market.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeh I wonder. If someone knew what they were buying, I would think 1M would be a bargain.

  • @John-B69692
    @John-B69692 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic tour. Captain knows his stuff.

  • @ValidityJ
    @ValidityJ 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nick, I really love your channel. Been checking you guys out for a bit now. Super informative and I reaaaally appreciated this little 2 part series. I'm not a sailor, but for sure looking to charter my first sailboat for my birthday next year! For now, I'm interested in the vanlife and look to the boat TH-camrs for inspiriation. This series was chock full of great ideas that would translate well in a van buildout. Thank you and thank you Captain Ryen of the Top Secret for all the geeky details!!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks J. We’ve done the vanlife thing too, a bit. It’s the same sort of mentality really. A lot more time on maintenance of course on the boats. The sailing, the navigation....you pick that stuff up pretty quick.

  • @OG_Gamers_Live
    @OG_Gamers_Live 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed listening to this guy he is probably some one I could talk to for days and not be bored

  • @Marker-er3ro
    @Marker-er3ro 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Terrific video Nick on an amazing vessel! The map showing where you were was a nice touch. Thought the benefits of regen while surfing were really interesting too. Hope the knee feels better.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate it. Unbelievable how much juice he is getting from the regen, eh? Yeh knee is an issue I think....damn...getting old sucks!

  • @rickreid8149
    @rickreid8149 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow there is so much I would love to ask Rene, I would need a whole day at a minimum to pick his brain about what he would do differently. Thank you so much for sharing Nick you did a great job.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Warwick. Yeh we really enjoy hangin out with those guys. Mari isn't in much of the video, but she's very cool as well. Nick

  • @dougmoore9230
    @dougmoore9230 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great interview. Super interesting. Well done and well worth watching. Congratulations!

  • @rexvaughn986
    @rexvaughn986 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video and content. Hope boats like this become more mainstream

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeh me too. Thank you for the positive feedback!

  • @patience8884
    @patience8884 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This episode may have been the most informative one I've seen. Really good information. I learned so much. I'm very interested in the cardboard cabinet door creation, etc. Good stuff man! Thank you!

  • @nickwalker7478
    @nickwalker7478 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wicked. All I’ve been doing is rewatching and taking notes.

  • @richgey1
    @richgey1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best cutting edge solar / electric motor video out there!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Really? Thank you. I owe it all to Rean.

    • @richgey1
      @richgey1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Find another.... if you do pass it around! It’s a real system for real comfort without compromise or heavy environmental impact.

  • @bill4nier
    @bill4nier 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! This type of refit has crossed my mind a number of times. Great to know it's possible... Thanks for sharing.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Possible. To this quality? Difficult. But seeing it up close gives me the bug as well.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And thank you for the note!

  • @SirPrancelot1
    @SirPrancelot1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks to you and Rean for these fascinating videos. The future appears to have arrived.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope so. If not, it is imminent.

  • @deniscloutier383
    @deniscloutier383 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very inspiring and impressive achievement! Thank you for being so generous, honest and detailed when sharing informations.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      really, my pleasure. Thanks Denis.

  • @jamesmillspaugh7101
    @jamesmillspaugh7101 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought part 1 was fantastic. Part 2 was "WOW". Outstanding!!!

  • @Errol.C-nz
    @Errol.C-nz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ABSOLUTELY the best episodes tech overviews on cruiser setup on the net!!...without going into details, this has been so enlightening...such an interesting boat/owner/setup & explainations...watched several times now & pickup different perspectives every time...thankyou Nick, t h a n k y o u ! !

  • @kimdoss1868
    @kimdoss1868 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gee men 2 sessions in 1 sitting, but I had to keep glued to the job. Hard work 4 a retired builder. Regards Kad.

  • @irishbull72
    @irishbull72 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    know nothing about boats but like to look at them but could listen to this south African guy all day

  • @captgrant
    @captgrant 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much useful information in these two episodes. Really enjoyed the owner's knowledge and insight.

  • @ApprenticeGM
    @ApprenticeGM 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nick, that was an absolutely brilliant tour with terrific questions and sharp editing - thank you so much, I learnt heaps. Very kind of Rean to share his knowledge so freely, what an impressive rebuild in 2 years. What an amazing boat, & I agree with Rean that production cat companies should be looking into diesel DC gen / electric motors / large lithium-ion battery capacity, the trouble is they are very slow-moving and don't research, innovate or test much. They should be doing 1 daggerboard models too per Tim Weston's research 20+ years ago, but aren't. FWFS mate, great work here!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rean is cool dude. I learned so much from him. Thanks for the note!

  • @rogerdale1883
    @rogerdale1883 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a vast amount of knowledge to know and so informative love listening to all this

  • @robertcarroll2290
    @robertcarroll2290 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great videos and very informative....you guys are now our favourite sailing youtubers!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, that is saying a lot! There are so many good youtubers out there! Appreciate the note immensely. We are really having fun with this. Nick

  • @justfly2525
    @justfly2525 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thanks for being so thoughtful in your videos Nick. You did in and ask the questions we want to hear.

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really? Nice. Just going with it and hoping for the best. Helps to have such a great subject. Glad you enjoyed. Appreciate the note.

  • @jamesbennett5421
    @jamesbennett5421 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing boat and refit. And lots of good ideas to ponder. Well done on the interview!

    • @TheOKellys
      @TheOKellys  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks James. I certainly learned a lot. I am also amazed at just how fast he got the work done. Would have taken me a lot longer.

  • @johnneal9400
    @johnneal9400 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great interview and tour. The guy is like James Bond. Thanks