Sometimes things just work out and today they did. I wasn't expecting to pour concrete in Kansas but I was in the right spot at the right time. Have I ever told you how much I loved concrete? 😂
That was literally a once in a lifetime situation for Craig’s concrete. What random professional stranger comes up to your job site and asks to work for free and to essentially advertise your business? This was beyond awesome
Seriously and I wouldn't have blamed them for telling him to leave. You just don't meet trustworthy people that randomly approach you very often (or at all!)
Ryan, I’m sure you know this, but those guys will appreciate you more when their phone starts blowing up. They don’t understand social media. You essentially gave them an ad that caters to people interested in concrete work. Also gave the ready mix an advertisement. You did that for free. That’s why your channel will continue to grow as you help other small businesses grow.
This was awesome, can’t blame the guys for being cautious on letting you finish since they don’t know your work but nonetheless it seems like they do great work in their area and it was cool of them to allow you to come help last minute.
Honestly. No offense to Ryan but I can't imagine any concrete crew I've worked with in PA (though I'm mostly state work) that would let a random guy come and join in the pour. Let alone finish at all if they don't know ya. Really cool group of guys here, or Ryan is just super likable like we already knew
I love the conversations and stories you hear when you get a bunch of concrete guys together! Respect for making the video and helping out brothers of the trade.
Dang Ryan I wish I was the one that delivered to you that day. Would’ve been awesome to meet you. They’re a good group of guys and I always like pouring for them
The real question "you know what you're doing?" lol, not sure if you watch ryans channel, if you do you'll understand lol not trying to offend you if you dont
The owner reminds me of my dad, my dad has so much knowledge in the field of carpentry but man he’s getting older that’s for sure. But dad will still work with us everyday. He’s very respectful to anyone and every customer. I’m learning so much working for the business. I’ve been a welder for almost 10 years, and about 2 years ago he needed help bad so I left my welding gig and I’ve been learning the carpentry trade ever since. Love ya dad, I know you won’t see this but I appreciate you
Yup been working with my stepdad off And on for the last 5 years, thinking about getting my contractors license, and learning carpentry. My real dad (RIP) was a draftsman and a carpenter. He's built alot of stuff in Minnesota. So glad I have those memories too.
Love what you're doing Ryan! I've been watching since the first month of your channel. It's been a fascinating journey to watch you travel and see concrete jobs in different states. I'm 32 and a 3rd generation concrete worker from the smallest state, Rhode Island. Safe to say concrete is in my blood. I'm in business with my 58 yr old dad who is almost deaf, which makes things challenging but we stay super busy and he is one of the hardest workers you'll ever meet in your life. If you're ever in the New England area and want to check Rhode Island off the list, I'd be more than happy to share our story with you!
I bet those guys were like " what kind of scam is this guy trying to pull. This is too good to be true, some guy that knows what he is doing and works for free".
That ran through my head on the BIG POUR in Atlanta, last week's video .... Those guys were like, kind of skeptical for most of the job, till they finally SAW that Ryan "Knows concrete"
I can't believe how excited i got watching that creamy concrete! Interesting the different approach and requirements state to state. Glad you were able to get that concrete fix in!
Doesn't matter what skilled trade, after talking to anyone for 5 minutes you can tell if they really know what they're doing or blowing smoke. Thanks as always for sharing this with us all.
Always enjoy your videos! Nice to see you went to Kansas. My Dad grew up in Kansas in a small town called Leoti. Your message is always constant and on point and honest. It is good to see something on youtube that is good content and not degrading anyone just positive and uplifting people
That was a much-much nicer episode than the first pouring video. Nice and friendly people. They didn't laugh at you, but did laugh with you. It was nice to watch.
@@SantiagoMAXIMOleon if they are not friendly then no, they are not my cup of salsa. On other hand I don't care who came from where or the skin color or anything else. We are all humans and only this is important.
That’s great man! What a way to support and advertise for small businesses around our GREAT NATION! Your an amazing human being, keep up in the name of Glory!
Love it Ryan. Both your channels are amazing. Love your energy and attitude. Been nice to have some wholesome entertainment in this crazy world right now, and its a breath of fresh air thats truly needed.
man this crew is just awesome. i get working with the big crew in Atlanta, but this one felt way more down to earth and genuine. awesome work out there, Ryan and Craig Construction!
Yep. That’s all it was. It wasn’t that he didn’t trust that Ryan could do good work, that’s just BRAD’s job. He wasn’t letting nobody take that from him. Lol
That was a super cool video! I could hear the excitement in your voice, Ryan. Glad to see some concrete greeting flattened and making friends in the trade.
Hope your doing well Ryan. Just wanted to say because of your videos, I decided to get into concrete as well. Started working at the tech lab to learn more about it but hoping to get into some labor aspects of it
As a tradesman from Florida that was working in an area following hurricane Hugo in NC, it's going to be difficult to find lodging for tradesman considering all the misplaced victims.
@@nothanx3867 I think in a hurricane ,the area of destruction is way wider, so much more people are affected,hence not enough lodging.But The tornado is less wider ,so not so many get affected,but those who do...they are wiped out completely.I don’t know the details tough, so I might be off,even regarding the tornado but helping someone there would be a God send ..Helping a random crew,it’s great,but the outcome is different,compared to say,helping a family in need to clear the debris from their yard or helping pour a foundation to a new building for someone who got wiped out.
Great idea traveling about making friends and sharing what you do and what others do with concrete work. Maybe I should do that going around helping others fix there old Outboards,,, Great Video!
If there is someone who actually lives within a reasonable distance of Lawrence and doesn’t higher these guys then they are crazy. Outstanding work and even better guys. Love to see it
That crew looked like they knew what they were doing! You fit right in an felt comfortable you could tell! Hopefully you make this a series an go pour an warm spots in the winter with other crews!
Ahhhhh finally got my concrete fix!! No more shakes and sweats. Nice to see another company with similar standards as Victory. Their work looks great! That supervisor wasn't extremely talkative but he sure kept his eyes on the job. The crew reminded of your own the way the seem to joke and get along.
The older fella that owns the company is right about the skid steers, Caterpillar being superior. I have been in heavy commercial marine industry for over 25 years specializing in electrical and hydraulic systems. My brother has a landscaping company and has multiple pieces of equipment including 5 skid steers, and calls big brother when they stop moving. He has had a Case, not very powerful and would recommend it for spreading topsoil ,stone definitely not for heavy digging. The 4 Bobcats he has range from mid size to the largest one made, 2 with wheels and two with tracks. Overall they are a sturdy machine with good power, but when stuff breaks Lookout as the parts are super expensive. On the newer units (within the past 5 years) I feel the electrical system that runs the hydraulics is way overcomplicated and extremely delicate. On numerous occasions I have repaired/replaced endless relays, solenoids, computers and one repair I did not feel comfortable diagnosing ended up at the local Bobcat dealer, 5 MONTHS later it was ready to be picked up needed new electrical harness and other parts costing almost 7 thousand. Lastly he has one Cat with tracks, has amazing power, the hydraulics are sooooo smooth, can really do some fine work in tight spots, the hydraulic system is service friendly. The system does have a main computer but the way its designed and laid out makes it more service friendly and less temperamental then bobcat. The initial expense of a Cat is definitely more but in the end it is worth it, the longest the Cat machine was down was about 10 days compared to 5 months with bobcat. The service bills over the last 10 years, bobcats were about 85% of total repairs, that includes 2 backhoes, one loader, one small dozer and 2 Georgia buggies.
That is so awesome that you found a crew to pour with while in Kansas. Look forward to more of your ventures this Coming year. And thank your wife for holding down the fort while your away. ❤️
Even though it was a very small pour you get to see how different states(company’s) do things different yet the same (quality). That was cool and a great representation of the company. Keep up the same in the future.
im glad you uploaded on my birthday. this way I atleast get 1 positive thing today. Today (dec19) is always the worst day of the year for me so I seriously appreciate you videos and what you do. It really lifts my mood when im in a very bad state of mind.
Appreciate the energy. I work with all sorts of different crews and totally understand the passion you got and eagerness to share what you know while learning from the crew, respect!
YES IM EARLY! I know this Sunday is going to be a good one cuz we’re going in VICTORY STYLE!! You keep me motivated man thank you for sharing your hard work and generosity the world needs more people like you
Can I strike off? “Yeah sure let me get a bigger board, You hold that end” If this bloke doesn’t remind you of bugs then think again haha no one strikes alone without me
Are you a alien! Hahahahaha sharing love, knowledge, sympathy, peace and hope is strange for a lot of people, so they find you different or kind of weird. Tell me what you have to give? that has not been given to you....
I feel like all this is supposed to be done like from the start of your channel god put the content out their and made it special to change people's lives and sight on how ppl do things and for brb you to travel and put these videos out I love it ryan your the man I'm in Maryland I'm a brick mason
Hey Ryan A few concrete trucks in my area have gone belly up in recent months. Most cases it's found the mix set up a bit in the truck so didn't stay down low and it ended up going up to the top of the drum and flipping the whole truck. Thankfully useally no ones hurt
