How This Little 26' Sailboat Changed Our Lives!

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7 ай бұрын

10 years ago Billy set off from his home town on Long Island in a small 26' sailboat named "Tula". Billy tells the story while we are sailing on our Seawind 1170 "LaurieSue" in 35 knot winds down the East Coast, the same route he took 10 years earlier, and by the end you will see how it all comes full circle.
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@Tulasendlesssummer 7 ай бұрын

Y’all ! Tears are flowing seeing your donations and reading your comments😭 you are all incredible! We are so grateful for your support in this amazing cause ❤️

@captainjosephlewis 7 ай бұрын

If you guyes never did KZfaq I would have probably never built my third tugboat

@BobEstler 7 ай бұрын

Happy to to donate to help our veterans. God bless you two for taking the time to help others.

@douglaswarren5806 7 ай бұрын

As a Combat Vet, with two kids as veterans (all USMC) and being a loyal follower (and lifetime boater on Great South Bay....yes, saw you guys at FI in Adrenaline), I am going reach out to my local vets teams and we will all donate.

@djwilliams4714 6 ай бұрын

Such an AWESOME Story Billy!!!

@laurieswezey2867 7 ай бұрын

Oh boy…I went through and entire box of tissues watching that video. It seems like yesterday. I remember your jar filled with change and thinking “If he believes it, he will do it” little did I know you would find the most amazing soulmate along the way. I am beyond proud of you both. You are and inspiration to many and the ripple effect of your lives will bless more than you can imagine. Thank you both ❤❤ “If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours.” -Henry Thoreau

@akdonlh9924 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Veterans

@tylerdensford6102 7 ай бұрын

What a great video, you guys! I’m a combat wounded veteran, paralyzed, and utilize a manual wheelchair. I’ve had connections with people from the Gary Sinise Foundation and I’m a grant recipient from GSF which I used to install a stairlift in my home. I could not think of a better organization to raise money for. Love following y’all’s journey. The magical powers of The Water!

@tylerdensford6102 7 ай бұрын

I do adaptive wake surfing and volunteer with a non profit Wake For Warriors, yall should check it out! Would love to try foiling, kite surfing, if that’s possible from a sit position. Thanks for always motivating me!

@Tulasendlesssummer 7 ай бұрын

This is amazing to read!! So glad to hear of positive first hand experiences and we are so happy to be able to promote such a great organization!! Have you heard of the air chair?! That is the OG foil sport! Check it out.:)

@tylerdensford6102 7 ай бұрын

I have seen an air chair! I know there’s a large group of riders on Lake Oconee in GA. Thanks for the response :)

@mikefox1332 6 ай бұрын

I'm a 75 year old USMC Vietnam Vet. Much love! 😍

@reallynotyourbusiness1659 7 ай бұрын

Found this channel via 'tula' way back then..the ol' girl is looking good.

@Chegles1 7 ай бұрын

We just finished watching this video. My husband and I are in our late 70's and we always look forward to watching your videos. Not sure why but my guess is that we are inspired by your sense of adventure and just going for the gusto. We are so unlike that as security has always a prime issue for us and have lived our lives like that. We envy your courage. This was a fantastic video seeing how it all started and how you guys met. I had tears in my eyes when you were talking about veterans and the Gary Sinese Foundation, you have won my heart. This charity is the one of the Veteran organizations we contribute to and now we will make another contribution in your name. One last thing we are ex-long islanders, born and raised, having retired down to North Carolina. We love watching all the different boat people but now you are our favorite!

@JimmyJamesBlueFlames 7 ай бұрын

thanks for supporting the Vets!!

@seanbibby3898 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely loved story time

@nooneanybodyknows7912 7 ай бұрын

Tula is back home. ❤ I shamelessly admit I got a little misty-eyed. Thanks for sharing.

@boatrvme8478 5 ай бұрын

Gary Sinese has raised millions for our vets!!! One of the few out of Hollywood that is making a difference for the right reasons!!! Nice vid and ive been along for the journey almost from the beginning. You guys inspired me to buy my Rosborough RF246!❤

@mikemarriam 7 ай бұрын

One of my favorite episodes. You two seem the happiest I've seen you. Plus the great retrospective and segue into your next phase of life. The cherry on the top was your fund raising for the Sinise foundation. I hope all your expectations are exceeded in everything you do and that you are continually blessed.

@jasonbaker9696 7 ай бұрын

You guys are an inspiration! Also, your hearts in supporting veterans brings incredible joy to my heart. The work in that space is never done, and our men and women do not get the support they need post deployment & post combat. We made a donation, and I know your subscribers will align to the cause and do immeasurable good. Cheers guys!

@sandykayes 6 ай бұрын

Love you guys and your heart for this cause. Tula made it happen!

@Craigs_car_care 6 ай бұрын

Heck yeah 👍 nice to see y'all back together.

@hnt4fsh 7 ай бұрын

Donation made we love you two!

@nickrose1778 7 ай бұрын

Yay, Jetty sail and cool little boat. Cheers

@ArmadilloJunction 7 ай бұрын

Great video , good to see Tula again .

@Hoser1mVm 6 ай бұрын

Love u guys, channel and your story. Donating now - love supporting our Veterans!

@bradpritchett3161 7 ай бұрын

Fate brought you to us and we appreciate the entertainment very much You guys rock

@captainkrunch6372 6 ай бұрын

Nice video, I'm a Navy Veteran myself, thank you for supporting veterans, I'm sure your both happy Tula brokedown.😊

@somadevo 7 ай бұрын

This is my favorite episode of the years watching you. It really helps know you. Highest Blessings

@Denise-ph7ud 7 ай бұрын

Tom is a friend & shipmate and a really good man. Leading by example, always! Thanks, Billy and Sierra for promoting his fundraiser!

@davidwalker2781 6 ай бұрын

I love love love to see your sweet baby, Jesse. 😊

@paulas_lens 7 ай бұрын

It would be awesome if you guys could make a couple of sails on Tula before she gets hauled out. What a sweet story. :)

@Rodrifuuu 7 ай бұрын

Billy's joy being in Tula, almost matching the joy of being on the brand new seawind, was awesome to see.

@codybrunck5919 7 ай бұрын

Been following you two for some time, happy to donate🎉❤

@dustoff1472 7 ай бұрын

Sail her on a day trip and take us along. Being a disabled vet I know how much is needed for a lot of vets. I’m blessed and don’t need to count on the VA for medical coverage. Your support just shows us all the type of folks you are. Tks for sharing.

@plarh8r163 7 ай бұрын

This was a great way to get your boat back while helping people who definitely deserve it. I hope that everyone takes the couple of minutes to donate this is a great organization who does a lot with little

@robertjohnson957 4 ай бұрын

Great story!

@vresor 7 ай бұрын

Wow. I’ve followed you guys for all these years living vicariously through your adventures that you bring to life through your lens and storytelling. There have been a lot of highlights, but this video set a new high. What a great story. Brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much. Love you guys.

@dalitohana6979 7 ай бұрын

Great Episode!!! Loved it!!!

@douglessing5569 7 ай бұрын

Great way to support veterans! Well done Tom, Sierra and Billy. Donation complete from Doug and Grace

@RexandKathie 7 ай бұрын

Billy and Sierra, Thanks for sharing Tom Briggs and your story about Tula. Tom's decision to raise funds for the Gary Sinise Foundation and the help you guys provide by sharing the info to enlist additional aid for the group is outstanding, well done. Thank you, Rex and Kathie

@mickeykeymoaw 7 ай бұрын

The "Lucky Coupling".

@DLBard-bv2nd 7 ай бұрын

How awesome it is that Tula is back in your life. 😊 Being that you trained to be a teacher it seems that you should do what you know. Teach others the skills of sailing and maintaining a sailboat. Perfect! ⛵ So happy for you both. 💖

@darrylscott4237 7 ай бұрын

I don’t know if this will help you or not but this is one of my favorite episodes you have done. Lots of life lessons. And yes would LOVE to see you guys do a full restoration. God Bless.

@jpthedelawarebeeman6239 7 ай бұрын

And that was the day you knew Sierra was the one !

@user-go1qm2wc4s 5 ай бұрын

Hars off to a very nice film and most of all, all very nice couple. Wish you both safe sailing and God Bless!!!

@FoundingYouTuber-2005 6 ай бұрын

I am one of your first subscribers, can't believe it has been that long. Now we have come full circle together. I had to quit being a federal court trial lawyer due to combat injuries that have now resurfaced (Ménières Syndrome). Rated 100% Permanent & Total by the VA (disabled Vets know what that is). I now consider myself "retired" instead of a "disabled combat Veteran." That makes me feel a bit better about my situation. Anyway, I have lived vicariously through your videos (have especially enjoyed watching Jetty all these years. Truth be told guys, as far as I'm concerned, she's the star of the show on the TES channel. Note: Google stats show she's the biggest viewer draw). Thanks for being there for us. I'll send a C note to Gary's Foundation. He's a good man. P.S. Billy is now 36?! Consider starting a new channel, call it "OLD MAN of the Sea" - Starring Jetty! the Missus of the Sea, and some times appearing, that crusty OLD barnacle, Cap'n. Billy.

@Rev1Kev 7 ай бұрын

What a cool backstory and excited to see Tula come full circle. I subbed to your channel about the time you got Neverland and started her refurb, and had to go back and binge watch all from the beginning . It has been quite an adventure

@Mountainmandean207 4 ай бұрын

Just found this channel thanks for giving back to vets OIF OEF Veteran here you guys rock

@bobuncle8704 7 ай бұрын

What an amazing story. And what a great foundation to support. The foundation, as well, has an incredible story. How Gary Sinise, moved by portraying Captain Dan in Forrest Gump, began this foundation that has been so impactful for vets. I am looking forward to see where Tula leads you next. Love the journey.

@richardhobbs7107 7 ай бұрын

Enjoying your story & made a donation to Lt. Dan ( Gary ). Thank You ! take care, rh

@philmerling8356 18 күн бұрын

Love this episode!!!!

@patriceformeaux4283 6 ай бұрын

beaucoup d'émotion!!!!n'est ce pas ? je suis content pour vous!!

@AshFromEarth 7 ай бұрын

This is awesome! Felt your guys emotions as you stepped back aboard her 🥲

@levt2156 6 ай бұрын

How cool that you got Tula back!!! Full circle, eh?

@conchscooter 6 ай бұрын

I was quite impressed when you took off into a near gale enjoyed the ride and handled it all instead of staying tied up. We started our sailing together my wife and I from San Francisco to Key West. Now exploring South America in retirement in a van with pensions and Starlink for fun. The time will flash by.

@user-yy1ni6nj2f 7 ай бұрын

That was one of the best videos you have made I really enjoyed it.

@DBartWest 7 ай бұрын

I gladly donated money to the Gary Sinise Foundation. Looking forward to seeing what you do with Tula. Somewhere in the archives there has be be an explanation where the name "TULA" came from but maybe you could bring everyone up to date on the origin of Tula. Thanks. You two are terrific.

@larryboles629 2 ай бұрын

Great video! Nice to see your first boat. Be happy, be safe

@christ.8547 7 ай бұрын

*1of u guy's very best episode's...luv following u2!!

@bertmacdonald337 7 ай бұрын

Well done guys, BZ! Anyone out there who does not know, Gary Sinise is Lootenant Dan from Forest Gump. He works tirelessly for veterans through his foundation and with the Lt Dan Band. If you look under Patriot in the dictionary, it says "see Gary Sinise"

@carlray7224 6 ай бұрын

Looking through the comments Bert I am surprised at the absence of a mention of his role as astronaut Ken Mattingly in the movie Apollo 13. Brilliant movie and Ken is certainly no lightweight as an actor. Looks like patriot is a much deserved claim to fame.

@danielglinoer4189 7 ай бұрын

Nice story ! And meeting the love of your life was more than a bonus ! Happy winds, the three of you ... and thanks for sharing with us ...

@dknouse 7 ай бұрын

Great story guyd. Love it!

@tj-kv6vr 7 ай бұрын

Your Great sailors. I love to see you with all the proper safety gear. Sail On. As an Army vet, class of "68", i am so happy for your choice to do this.

@GreybeardMO 7 ай бұрын

Gary Sinise, or Lt. Dan, as he's better known, is an excellent way to give back. Man does some fine work for vets. Congrats.

@lesterwicklein717 7 ай бұрын

AWESOME THANKS!

@JohnSmith-gb5vg 7 ай бұрын

“I got the engine started”, cuts to Billy cranking like mof! 🤣🤣🤣. Nice 🤗

@Dr_Augustus_MD 6 ай бұрын

Wow, I just can't believe how many years I've been watching your channel!!!

@joshuafranklin2341 7 ай бұрын

Amazing story & Great Cause! Totally LOVE Gary Sinise. He really walks the walk so please embrace the Spirit of the Season and give what you can.

@levt2156 6 ай бұрын

What a great story!!!! How courageous, how adventurous, and such an incredible path to Sierra and Jetty. I love it!

@coreygeorgemcdonald5834 7 ай бұрын

Awesome story. Fate rocks.

@djwilliams4714 6 ай бұрын

You two + Jettie are Living MY Dream!!! Maybe not a sailboat for me, but just a boat that I could live aboard and move up and down the Eastern Seabord even to the Bahamas... Living the Water, catching your own food, with "minimal" reliance on land... Yes you need certain groceries, etc... but you can partially live on the water... So LOVE this Channel!!! Be Safe You 2.5!!!!

@user-rc6fe6rn1b 6 ай бұрын

great story .

@Naaweiyaa 7 ай бұрын

That was a great story, and that was the original Tula? Which begs the question, how many Tula’s have there been? And knowing this present boat is not Tula it’s history will forever be amongst the Tula clan if you will Thanks for sharing

@alholliday1808 7 ай бұрын

Tula, to Neverland, to adrenaline, to mountain mist, to the new catamaran

@slf994 7 ай бұрын

Great story

@christiepooh 6 ай бұрын

So cool, y’all!

@rodl6766 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@Haraldsvensk 6 ай бұрын

Very good to help Veterans in need. Here in Sweden, we also have an association that helps Veterans. Greetings from a UN Veteran. 1978 in Sinai Middle East.

@dabprod 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic!!!

@TheSeaYallLife 7 ай бұрын

Go Billy and Sierra! Our new favorite episode! Count us in for a donation…what a worthy cause!❤️

@billdillard885 7 ай бұрын

Awesome Opportunity to give back through the Sailing Community! The Gary Sinise Foundation is an outstanding Vet Organization. I wouldn’t be surprised if Gary wouldn’t “guest” on your channel as part of your Fund Raiser! There is plenty of wealth within the Sailing Community to raise a ton of money for Vets via the Sinise Foundation!

@riverrat4631 6 ай бұрын

My son is a USMC veteran and he said this is one of the better foundations to support. He just got out on 2019. I subscribed to this channel when you first bought the Trawler and have followed you through every video. I find it amazing you got back the little boat that started it all. Congratulations 🎊🎉. I also read Larry and Lynn’s books back then. I bought a Allegra 24 and 2012. It’s a full keel, blue water trailer sailer. Some things happened in life and I had to sell her in 2019. She went back to Lake Erie. I lost the buyers contact, but I would buy her back in a heartbeat now. She is a amazing boat for coastal sailing and trips to the Bahamas. 🇺🇸

@GregStark381CC 7 ай бұрын

Maybe consider shipping Tula to the Pacific Northwest so you guys can continue some sailing up there during the south’s hurricane season and to also avoid the extreme heat in the south during the months of July and August.

@user-uf1cm3to7m 7 ай бұрын

Seeing the dreams you have had and making it come true with all your hard work really brings joy and hope to people, it's so awesome what you guys have done 👍

@rmacsrmaddog2192 7 ай бұрын

So good! 👍

@cdnc9871 7 ай бұрын

Genuine.

@jandrewx2 6 ай бұрын

Inspiring show. Thanks so much!

@Mrflynlow 7 ай бұрын

Your real story is that you found each other, and have that optimistic spirit. You always make the best out of any situation and that is a real gift.

@FoxyJeff 6 ай бұрын

Incredible video…my favorite to date. Your sense of adventure is wonderful and I watch vicariously…thank you for supporting our vets….

@SuzanneHarden 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for highlighting a very worthy cause. As the mother of a combat veteran who served in Afghanistan, I can tell you that your friend is correct. The VA is a miserable excuse of a mess and constantly falls short of meeting the needs of ALL veterans. Gary Sinise has been a champion for veterans for years and donations will most certainly go to a worthwhile cause. All gave some. Some gave all. We hope you have a wonderful Christmas!

@treasurecoastgypsy 6 ай бұрын

You never forget your first ...! ...serious cruising boat !

@noelroberts9058 7 ай бұрын

What a great episode. I'm glad to see Tula going back to great owners and happily donated to such a worthwhile cause.

@davidlappen8727 6 ай бұрын

Please do offer sailing confidence building classes on Tula. I would really love to gain more confidence in my sailing. I’m very new to it. I have an O’Day 20 on a lake, my ASA 101 & 103, but very little experience. Congratulations on reuniting with Tula!

@sandagers71 7 ай бұрын

Love it!

@YMS137 7 ай бұрын

I think it's great that you've got Tula back and I love your plans and support this excellent fundraiser. You guys have such good hearts.

@Dave_1966 7 ай бұрын

It’s good to see you on a real boat again instead of the Tupperware box 👍😊

@6gorks 7 ай бұрын

You Three........(👩‍❤️‍👨🐶)just make me smile.

@jgtoll 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for asking to support the foundation. My donation has been sent.

@michaelbarton3530 7 ай бұрын

Billy…you did it bro! You made your dream come true without fully knowing what your exact dream was! I appreciate you sharing your adventures.

@JorgeGonzalez-do7gt 7 ай бұрын

I’m so happy that you have Tula back! She looks great!!! My son and I are both Navy Veterans and I was inspired to donate to such a wonderful cause by Tom’s valiant efforts. You both are amazing and I wish you so many blessings ♥️♥️♥️

@stevevidmer1316 7 ай бұрын

Fabulous episodes I loved it. I’m glad you’re getting back Tula and going to work on her again. I think the working content like on mountain is is so interesting and exciting and I will be donating …

@rangerbull 7 ай бұрын

Vietnam vet here and I have been on a lot of different boats but my one dream was to at least go sailing if for a day. Now I am 77 and health not the best so that hope and dream is gone, but I love it thru you guys. I like the repair videos the best but bet you don’t. Keep videos coming and make this old man happy.

@michaelbogausch1116 7 ай бұрын

You’re both such an inspiration. I ❤️ how you found each other. Keep the videos coming and we’ll keep hitting that like button. 😎

@BoatingJourney 5 ай бұрын

Great story! Glad to finally see sailors wearing their PFDs on camera. So many other youtubers cross the oceans with nothing on. It's only a matter of time. Safe travels!