Wouldn't it be great if all the morons on here too lazy to find out how Riley paid for the boat but still full enough of spite and bullshit to make claims about him having it bought for him by his parents etc actually took the time to become less ill-informed. Dipshits.

So who is here in 2024 ?

Anyone else got hooked somehow a while back and now in 2021, going back to see how it all began?

Who’s in 2019 & starting the binge watching marathon! :)

Aye! Who’s here....again for an isolation binge watch in 2020 🇦🇺💗

Anyone else about to do a La Vagabonde binge marathon?

I'm 77 years old and I think you kids are just beautiful people. Thank you for sharing your adventures!

Episode 199 popped up on my phone and I watched it now I have to start from episode 1. Love it

Love this look back in time that just appeared on our timeline. I watched it a long time ago and it is really neat to watch it again, now on our own boat floating around with our 4 kiddos. Thanks for the massive inspiration Riley and Elayna. You have changed the lives of many families out there!

Who is here in 2020? And WHY did I just discover them today?

So it’s 4 years later and 2 am, but that won’t stop me from binging every single episode

Saw an episode, had to stop it and start from,the beginning!

I'm here from Kara and Nate and I absolutely love you guys!! So I'm starting from this episode!!💙

dear Elayne and Riley, little by little I have been captured by the simple openness with which you come across. I admire your well matched beautiful youth and love the sunsets that now and then pop up. When young (I am now a young 87), I was a sea captain and made my career on the Italian Line passengers liners totaling well over 1 million miles in the open oceans. I mention this so that you believe me when I tell you have been truly two crazy kids with couple skilled helpers from up there who must love you beyond understanding. Yet, all this said, you really must be two very, very smart kids and have learned the ropes in a hurry. I have seen how you displayed a spinnaker, how you keep the sail set for best slot ( I assume you know what I am talking about) and I would have sworn you were old hats.... You fooled me. Yet, PLEASE, beware! the sea is not kind to fools and soon or later it will bite you in the butt! I pray you will be prepared. I love your videos !!! One day I plan to lock myself in the office and watch your entire voyage. In the meantime may you have fair winds with God's blessings. Eyes open. No fear. BE safe! Peace, Ettore PS. Heavens, kids, had been many time in Freemantle and Perth but do not recall the heavy accent Riley has. We should all speak Esperanto!

It’s 2022 and I’ve been following for a while and now finally binge watching from the beginning!

Who's here from 2020 and amazed at how far they've come? Woot! Happy New Year, Riley, Elayna, and Lenny!

I came back to watch again. Elayna and Riley, you are right; it is cringe-worthy. It is also endearing. 💙

The thing that overwhelms me is that you bought the boat with absolutely no sailing knowledge at all. You had a goal and you just went for it. Amazing.

So I have been watching you and your beautiful family for several years.. I find myself coming back to the beginning of your amazing adventure in life where everything started. I think to myself how much Riley and Elayna must look back on their first few videos and think of the memories either on or off camera. It always leaves such a warm feeling in my heart. Having been though some serious trauma ( loss of my wife, mental health disorders, substance abuse *Clean and sober now* ) and working a lot of 12 hour shifts lately the only way I find myself unwinding and relaxing has been cuddling up in bed and watching your videos. Riley, your sense of humor and your courage inspire me more than words can say. Your a brave, strong and encouraging soul and I hope you leave the same impact on me as to others. Elayna you and Riley help bring back many memories of my wife and I which I am forever grateful for. Your such a gentle soul, caring and empowering mother I truly hope maybe someday I'll have the opportunity to meet your family in person. Many people must say this but I absolutely mean it ( coming from some random nobody) but your family deserves so much more credit for EVERYTHING you all have been through and what you keep pushing yourselves to do to keep your lifestyle. I know I'm not the only one nor the last person your family has brought happiness, joy and warmth too but I just want to say I am so very thankful I came across your channel and I wish nothing but the best for you all. Much love from Chicago, IL..

They look so young! Amazing how just 5 years of life experiences change a person. Elayna's photography and editing has improved fabulously over these five years...you can see the difference in this Post from five years ago.

I watched this six years ago the worlds a different place but it’s nice to see they’re still sailing and they have a child.

you two are truly living life and not just existing. True happiness is shared.

2019, just met you on your video #199, and now I am starting when everything began.

Been following since the beginning. Now checking in today from Jan 2024. Had a strong urge today to go back and re watch ep 1 rather than one of the more recent episodes. This first episode makes me want to cry man thinking about how far they’ve come and how much they have changed and matured as people. It’s wild.

Wow, never did you think back in 2014, that this video would ever get almost 4 MILLION views!! yay for you ;-)

Here from August 2022 and I’ve been meaning to go back to the start…Riley hasn’t aged a day but today is much more savvy and likes to espouse wisdom and we all love his words of wisdom! Elayna is fabulous both back then and present day…a great sailing couple to watch, to learn from, be entertained by, and to live vicariously!! Just heard Riley laugh…it hasn’t changed! The music has always been consistently good. 🤣🤣 🇳🇿🐑🇳🇿🐑NZ

I remember watching this for the first time in 2016, 6 months pregnant with twins and having a raging flu and you guys brought me so much joy! Rewatching in 2021 and enjoying them just as much! Lots of love from Canada!

I just want to let you guys know that your future self is doing great! + Lenny!

Riley’s eyes blend in with the ocean. It’s as if he was destined to do this! 👌🏾

I came back to the first video after watching your "how we met" video and I just want to say you two have built such a beautiful life and it warms my heart so much because you seem to be truly soulmates.

I love how you have over 1 mil subscribers, but you still manage to keep your channel real and you do it for joy. That’s one thing I love about you guys♥

I have news for you, Riley: the "pride and joy" of your boat is not the solar panels. It's Elayna.

This is actually making me chuckle (especially the music) 😂 So wildly different compared to the high quality content you have now!

My family (wife, 3 kids) start our adventure next September. Our boat is patiently waiting while we detangle from regular life. For now, I will live vicariously through the 2 of you.

I randomly caught episodes somewhere around 178 - 197, so now am having to go back and watch from the beginning - joining the Binge Watch Nation!

I binge watched the last two years and now I’m starting from the beginning! I just love these kids! Talented and adventurous!!

"...not kids that you've stolen, but kids that would come on board..." Laughed to tears.

stuck in Oregon in a huge rain storm and I really could use some sunny ocean vids. loving it.

Watched about 13 videos (out of order...) so I had to go back from the *_beginning_* _Grabs popcorn and soda_

Just found this channel.2021. Spending my day off binge watching and daydreaming. Beautiful family. Cool to think how your kids can look back at your adventures before and with them.

I never get tired coming back to the old videos. This is my 3rd time. Still as good as the first time

I've been a long time watcher but I'm starting from the beginning again. It's amazing to see how you've grown!! Good for you guys! Xoxo 💙💙👍👍

Hi Riley and Elayna - just looking back to where you began and watching all your vids. Elayne your editing goes so sharp so early - you are amazing. Ill make sure to thumbs up each one I watch. Love to you all.

I rewatched episode 1 in honor of your anniversary. Congratulations on how far you've come and all that you've achieved, and may you have many happy and exciting, but safe, adventures ahead of you in the years to come.

Such an infectious channel. I've been watching since the beginning and now find myself re watching from the start. I think my favourites are the first time that outreamer moored up in the same bay and you saw your future. It was like That's it. That's the boat I want. And the whirlwind that followed with the company reaching out with an invitation to see one close up. Then the deal they agreed to to enable you guys to own a piece of their heritage. Then came the little feet and now onto the ultimate in ocean crushing brilliance that you have now. I love to see the trials you've faced along the way and how you meet them head on. Truly inspiring. The greatest thing is of course the dynamic you have as a couple and a family. Living the dream and its beautiful 😍

Stumble on your channel as a recommendation from KZfaq on vid 196 and oh how much I love this channel. Here I am starting the journey from the beginning.

Just came back to the beginning for a refresher..my how far you two, now three, have come. I display my SLV stickers proudly

Thanks for the flash back of 7 years. I have been watching you almost from the beginning and enjoyed the memories. Thanks again for taking us along and letting us watch you grow and take on life, the Riley and Alana way.💞

I salute you, the courage you show for taking a life adventure that nothing can really compare too.

the binge watch starts now. Just finished binging the zatara and i heard from them that you guys are their inspiration. legow~ may 11, 2020 start

Never sailed myself ...but it's been a life long dream ....thanks for sharing your adventure

Big Fans! You inspired us to start our adventure and make us dream come true . Restoring our Morgan 45 /1966 and making planes to start cursing around World with that Classic Beauty . Thank you 100s times . Peck and Ella

This is so wholesome. Seeing you guys actually made my day slightly better and I feel motivated to live life ❤️

Wow, you two have come a long way. I feel like I've watched you grow up and become professionals. :) Safe travels.

Riley and Elayna, you are both freakin amazing. Here I am, and Australian in London, and I am so inspired by your story. What keeps me going is the prospect of such escapades (on a more minor scale). In fact I've just paid a deposit on a 36 footer and have the inspection tomorrow - you have calmed my nerves and reinvogorate the challenge in me. PS. love the fact you read so much - you're not the average bears.

Fell in love with your videos last year and love seeing where you began! Happy and safe travels to your family!

Since subscribing to this channel, it never dawned on me to watch the very first episode. Glad I did, I can see how much they have progressed over the last four years!

After what was probably a year of watching La Vagabonde videos I FINALLY made it through to the present. It's been an adventure. You've gotten so damn good at editing Elayna! Really, your videos now are so professional and top notch. You guys have 1m subs because of the endless improvement to quality. Those classes you guys took made a big difference. Your commitment to the subscribers is beyond any other sailing vlog. Mad props. I hope to watch for many more years. I went back to episode one to at least see how a few of the first episodes were in comparison. What an epic adventure you guys have taken. My wife and I try to adventure as much as possible with a home base. Our friends and family sure think we do a lot but I've always wanted to make that commitment to full time. It's difficult without having the bank roll or the mobile work. I'd love to figure out an income that could come with me on our travels. Anyway, just wanted to say I'm a big fan and that I'm looking forward to the future. You've inspired millions of people to at least be somewhat more adventurous. Also to take better care of their planet. You two are great role models for our generation. Mad

The part where they talk about the children’s room...little did they know they would have one of their own !

Good on you Riley! I sailed a Beneteau 40 in SoCal USA for 15 years, and other boats before that. Kudos to you for making a plan, and working the plan. Looking forward to all your vids.

This is so nostalgic, I've been watching you for a year or two. I love it. You guys are the best, your journey has been so entertaining and I hope for many more great episodes. Im only 16 but Im looking forward to follow your steps. Fair winds to you my friends!

You two are to be admired for what you are doing, well done. I hope you are having a great adventure.

Now that they’re a family, thought it would be interesting to come back a few years later and watch all these early episodes again. Knowing how far they’ve come, and how things have changed, and how much we’ve all grown through their adventure, it was an interesting re-exploration of the origin story. Happy patreon for years, and ardent follower. These episodes make me smile when I recall how they made me feel when I first came across them so many years ago..

my my - how far you've both come in 3 years - truly astonishing and so very pleased for you both - it has been a great ride along and long may it continue

So nice I followed you guys from the start. Just came back to watch the first episodes. It honestly feel as much nostalgic as it does inspiring! Love you guys

Just started watching you all and watching this video from so long ago is really cool.

The start of my bingeing adventure in 2019 x

I am loving these REAL Amateur vids...so glad they are still up. Thank you La Vagabonde

Never thought to look at Ep.1 as I jumped in around 80+ great to see this pop-up. Wowzie you have come such a long way in soooo many ways. Great Stuff .

You guys are living the dream! Nice to see a younger couple doing some world cruising for once and living in the moment, not being so caught up in jobs/careers. Im heading off on my first Sydney Hobart race tomorrow! Merry christmas to you both happy cruising I will be keeping an eye out for your videos.

Randomly stumbled up a more recent upload of yours but thought I'd go back in the archives and watch from the beginning. Looks like an interesting adventure to follow along with!

Love you both, been subscribed and watching the journey for many years. Keep up the great work! Much love!

only just come across this channel now and can already tell I'm gonna love every video. You two are amazing and so chilled out! love it

I really dig your journey. I'm new to sailing and fully hooked. I bought a 27' sloop without knowing one thing about sailing. The best part is pointing it out to sea and figuring it out. Italy, Turkey and Greece looks amazing. Good luck and fair wind.

I'm starting at Ep 1... We just returned from visiting my partner's family who live on their boat in southern France - we sailed a bit out of port to the islands of St Honorat and St. Marguerite on the Riviera - it was AMAZING.... I'm fascinated by the lifestyle. Thought I would check out some sailing life videos, to see if this is a dream I can realize. Never mind my fear of the sea and sea life - I'm determined to overcome it, so I'm watching.... then I hear you say you purchased your boat in Bari! CIAO! (My partner is from Bari - you should've seen his smile when he heard that.) Thank you for sharing your lifestyle. Looking forward to catching up with your present videos. Much love from Italy!!!!!

My God!!! Rewatching this has me crying... the history... thank you for giving us the pleasure of following you both throughout your adventures. You've given up your privacy and made a small fortune for it...and wisely so....but you've given us all more than you'll ever receive from it.. we love you.. thank you thank you thank you

Been watching you guys since around 2016 and never watched your first episode. Its definitely one of My favorites. Love to see these raw beginnings of your legacy and also was hyped to finally see some places i also have visited. Its so surreal. Much love

Inspiring much? Dudes! Thanks for the much needed inspiration injection! Coming to follow in your footsteps as soon as I can. Time to pull the finger out and get my arse into gear so I can turn this dream into a reality. Loving the videos, the boat, the music (killing it Elayna) and all the bits that go wrong. Can't wait to see more vids. Keep 'em coming and safe travels kids x

Starting from Episode one! Sending love from Australia

Hi to both of you, my husband and I have been watching your videos for about 8 months now, But I just realized that I could be binge watching these daily from beginning to end. Thank you for sharing your lovely life together.

What an absolute inspiring video! You are now on my daily watch list! Keep up the good work guys and don't stop living your dream!!

This is my dream! Thank You for posting these videos! It really helps move me through the day at my shit corporate job while dreaming and scheming about sailing the globe. Till I see you on the seas mate! Cheers!

Well done for taking a leap of faith, I have just watched you on Eamon and Bec's channel you are certainly extremely accomplished sailors in 2021 Well done guys I'm going to subscribe

Only started watching your videos about a year ago, never seen the early ones until now. What a life you've had, and what a lucky couple you are! :)

Oh, the memories. I really love these old videos---probably more than the newer, more professionally produced ones. These are just so REAL and they made so many of us fall in love with you guys. Wishing you continued good health and good times.

You guys are so lucky! it looks amazing, good luck please upload more videos!

Just discovered your channel. Having watched episode 199, I have decided to start from the beginning. Looking forward to what's to come.

Ok. This is the oldest vid I could find and I look foreard to seeing many more. I hear you guys are great, and I know look forward getting entertained by you for hours. So far you guys are hellerious!!

Aiai, found myself watching all the episodes backwards during a 6-7 days! TOTALLY WORTH IT! Keep it up guys!

Living the dream, sailing around the world with an absolute hottie!! You're easy on the eye too Riley!! Keep on enjoying and sail safe!

wow hearing that call to prayer, after waking up on a boat must be surreal

Been following for awhile now. How fun to come back and see where it all began! Thank you!

This is so amazing to watch again after all these years!! What a journey you guys have been on ☺️

16 when i first started watching yous... When this was first uploaded. Now 21, watching this video blows my mind for you guys. I wonder if you realize how valuable these videos are and will be. If it makes me feel a certain way, i can't imagine what yous must feel when watching back. Cheers for making me feel apart of something over the years. A different life is great to experience. And if future Lenny (if reading), how priceless is this?

I am literally watching every episode, I am addicted lol.. I love you guys so fun and loving couple!! 💖😍 beautiful baby 🤗🙏

Starting to binge watch! You’ve inspired my husband and I so much! ❤️

Wow you two are such infectious personalities, much love for this just what I needed to inspire me for 2021!!!

Can’t believe it’s been 3 years since I first stumbled upon this magical channel. You guys have sure come a long way! Sic Parvis Magna or greatness from small beginnings as Sir Francis Drake would say.

Just found you guys and have decided to see where your journey began ❤

Who’s been following these two and their boys and decided to go back to where it all began?