Camping, Cooking, and Overlanding in Baja Mexico - Living The Van Life

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  • Опубліковано 3 гру 2024

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  • @Kevdog.
    @Kevdog. 2 роки тому +12

    Your cinematography is always amazing. The musical score in this vid is epic. It matches your location and I love it.

  • @GriffinConway
    @GriffinConway 2 роки тому +47

    Always love your videos Chad. Beautiful cinematography, epic adventures, and an amazing van build. Thanks for sharing!

  • @seona6549
    @seona6549 2 роки тому +1

    Opening cinematography, music outstanding. I feel like it's the beginning of an old Clint Eastwood movie. Phenomenal!

  • @woffordsoverlandjourneys8618
    @woffordsoverlandjourneys8618 Рік тому +1

    I drive a lifted all wheel drive Chevy Express with a rear Locker and a front LSD, I have the bilsteins and the heavy-duty transmission was 410 gears! I used to laugh about the Sprinter van but you have made me a Believer today! Great job and great video

  • @TroyBurkViews100
    @TroyBurkViews100 2 роки тому

    Chad I am very new your channel, but have been glued every since… I grew around my Dad being an over the road(National Semi Driver) 40 years… I have been a musician… love travels… to make money I’m a housecleaning supervisor again small commutes but 50’s to 100’s of miles a week and month… You are a very inspirational dude… Thanks For Giving Everyone Hope To Follow Dreams, You Don’t let anything stand in your way!

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the kind words, Troy. That's my goal each and every vlog. Glad to have you onboard for the adventures- Cheers!

    • @TroyBurkViews100
      @TroyBurkViews100 2 роки тому

      @@LivingTheVanLife You’re very welcome Chad, really enjoy your channel🎸👍😎

  • @labh2427
    @labh2427 2 роки тому +1

    Your new van and your new van video are so boring🥱
    Your old video and old van life was very good

  • @zlatan_2197
    @zlatan_2197 2 роки тому +8

    Welcome back Chad, thanks for another amazing video. It's quite incredible that one man can produce videos of such high quality, every upload feels like a gift.

  • @marcusoutdoors4999
    @marcusoutdoors4999 2 роки тому +2

    Living in England I was astonished at just how hard those trails were. The Sprinter van did really well as did the tyres. Fantastic storytelling and road trip cinematography.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому

      Yes, Baja is certainly very rugged. Thanks for coming along-

  • @louisdaniel5639
    @louisdaniel5639 2 роки тому +7

    This is cinematic level video. Thanks for the awesome content!

  • @jacilynnwoods182
    @jacilynnwoods182 2 роки тому +1

    WOW! Just watched your trek to the Artic Circle..Amazing!..Some tense moments 😬..Beautiful scenery..Loved seeing those far northern towns..Especially loved Whitehorse and Dawson..Thank you so much for sharing your adventures!

  • @gainesj1
    @gainesj1 2 роки тому +11

    I always look forward to your work. Clearly you have moved from "common" youtuber staus... to producing full on cinematic art. Congrats on the progress... and living life the way you see it fit.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +4

      Thank you, James. Glad the progress is coming through, 10 years now on UA-cam. Cheers!

  • @angelapietras1235
    @angelapietras1235 2 роки тому +1

    The music is brilliant for the video amazing as always.

  • @61shotbeehive
    @61shotbeehive 2 роки тому

    I appreciate that you use discretion and back out when necessary, I think that shows authenticity and teaches others REALITY

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому

      Gotta know your limits, especially in Baja. Thanks, Cloud Nectar, for watching. Cheers!

  • @mystuff1405
    @mystuff1405 2 роки тому

    Yes, I'm here for the front and back alignment.

  • @alejorojas9563
    @alejorojas9563 2 роки тому +1

    Such beautiful places! Greetings from Mexico.

  • @AshGamespot
    @AshGamespot 2 роки тому +1

    You definitely deserve Millions of Subscribers

  • @CellasChariot
    @CellasChariot 2 роки тому +5

    Epic Baja trails (if ya want to call them that lol), great food, views and a friend to share it with. That's what I call Living the Van Life! Thanks for sharing Chad! Keep on truckin'

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks for coming along for the adventure, Michelle! Cheers!

  • @gme5802
    @gme5802 2 роки тому +2

    Best way to remove cholla is to use a pocket comb. Place the comb between the skin and cholla and pull the cholla away from the skin. Be careful to not fling the cholla to hit someone else.

  • @meljones7774
    @meljones7774 2 роки тому

    Do you know, that you are one special guy. Life is so short and you are making the most of every minute. I am quite in awe of your nerve and talents. Keep on trucking x

  • @dluu25
    @dluu25 2 роки тому +5

    really miss those epic snowy winter adventures

  • @obedm.6627
    @obedm.6627 2 роки тому +1

    That Mexico lindo salsa is our go to for camping, we keep one in our vans.

  • @timkass4840
    @timkass4840 2 роки тому +1

    What's up, Chad. Thousands of miles from the States over here in Asia I've been watching your videos and loving them. Thanks for bringing amazing experiences to people who can't afford to have them themselves.

  • @rickpabalis7987
    @rickpabalis7987 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent video and great selection of music. I could see Salma Hayek dancing to your music!

  • @jaypie8
    @jaypie8 2 роки тому +4

    I just got my 2022 Sprinter 4x4 yesterday...I'm beginning my build out next Wednesday I'm so excited 😁

    • @biffboy6000
      @biffboy6000 2 роки тому +1

      i'm so envious.

    • @tomitoth9729
      @tomitoth9729 2 роки тому

      Cool😎

    • @TheAbandonedAccount7
      @TheAbandonedAccount7 2 роки тому

      Live it up for me. I probably won't ever get to that point before I end it all! Here's hoping tho 🤣😂

    • @rvboondocker2559
      @rvboondocker2559 2 роки тому

      Congratulations! You are in for a treat!!!

  • @liamnugent6534
    @liamnugent6534 2 роки тому +1

    Yet again another amazing viewing absolutely brilliant dude

  • @sleeveid5361
    @sleeveid5361 2 роки тому

    It's beyond vanlife, it's about love of adventure, nature and surpassesing oneself . Each video is inspiring and proves that with a little means and a lot of will, all of this is not necessarily inaccessible. That said, the sprinter is absolutely incredible on such a terrain.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      Absolutely, Sleeveid. Thanks for the kind words and Thanks for watching!

  • @Markybug-Keira-Cody
    @Markybug-Keira-Cody 2 роки тому +1

    What you are able to do with a humble sprinter van is amazing Chad ! liking this series of desert adventures , food looked braw too !!

  • @marklisiecki5790
    @marklisiecki5790 2 роки тому +1

    I saw this Mercedes Benz in Arctic ,now you travelling in hot weather !!!!My point is German engineering#1 !!!🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪

  • @MrJustintheman88
    @MrJustintheman88 2 роки тому +1

    Badass video, Chad. I always look forward to your uploads. Even more hyped for some more winter videos later this year. Cheers

  • @jessemusraca1797
    @jessemusraca1797 2 роки тому +9

    Chad is the definition of “cool”…Your videos are awesome..my favorites are whatever your cooking for dinner on the solo stove.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +3

      Cheers! Thanks for watching!

    • @perezfecto
      @perezfecto 2 роки тому +4

      Totally! Great content and certainly one of the coolest vanlifers out there

  • @juicy7928
    @juicy7928 2 роки тому +2

    We need an episode entirely based on your camp fire cooking. Like a compilation and about you talking about some recipes you’ve used.

  • @frankiez7414
    @frankiez7414 2 роки тому +3

    Chad, thanks for the video again. I am grateful for the wildlife shots (first time for you)and the input on the vegetation and landscape. Good to see your buddy with you. I've just spent a solid year converting a new Sprinter and off to France next week for some adventures. You have convinced me that I need a Solostove. Cheers bud

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +2

      Cool! Safe travels in France, Frankiez. Sounds like a great trip! Cheers!

  • @househighlander0285
    @househighlander0285 2 роки тому +1

    Just ordered my KO2 tires. Can't wait to put them on.

  • @Nilz4FR
    @Nilz4FR 2 роки тому

    my favorite broke back mountain Van channel!

  • @ANCIANOTESTIGO
    @ANCIANOTESTIGO 2 роки тому +1

    Chad.
    Great videos.
    Un saludo desde Guadalajara México

  • @IndieRageRadio
    @IndieRageRadio 2 роки тому

    Chad, you're brave bro. It's getting bad in Mexico, I'm glad you had a travel partner to watch your six. Safe travels.

  • @sueg2658
    @sueg2658 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent choice of music and footage. I always enjoy watching you and your process. Thank you.

  • @Coreyvallephoto
    @Coreyvallephoto 2 роки тому

    Always patiently waiting for these uploads. It’s fantastic seeing you put that big ole van through its paces. Incredible.

  • @gabycstrike
    @gabycstrike 2 роки тому +1

    Wednesday just got better after i watched this episode

  • @dustyteters3426
    @dustyteters3426 2 роки тому

    loved the music you had during the rough ride in the wash

  • @relaxationclub3848
    @relaxationclub3848 2 роки тому

    Life is a daring advanture

  • @LimitlessOverland
    @LimitlessOverland 2 роки тому +1

    Cameras don't do these hills justice at all. Showing him climb up there on all 4's sure helped though! Your intro was amazing as well! Great job!

  • @poges
    @poges 2 роки тому

    Hi from Canada. Glad to see you are still vanifing and utubing.

  • @beth4015
    @beth4015 2 роки тому

    The scenic views are so amazing❤️

  • @MenchRedTV
    @MenchRedTV 2 роки тому

    Beautiful content .. im always watch your videos.. very relaxing premitive Camping in the mountain, forest. specialy catch and cook..

  • @jeffreyburgher
    @jeffreyburgher 2 роки тому +1

    Hello Chad, I really enjoy your channel. You offer your viewers such a vivid and immersive experience. Everything from how to customize the ultimate off road van to making a gourmet campfire meal and the cinematography is awe inspiring. If, I did not have to work I would be out there living the van life and exploring the American west tomorrow.
    My wife who sometimes ridicules my taste in videos was so impressed with your parmesan cream sauce with garlic, onion, basil and sausage that she made it for dinner for our family and it was a big hit.
    Cheers and Happy Trails.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +2

      Cheers! Glad the fam enjoyed it! I really appreciate the kind words, Jeffrey. I always hope that everyone feels right at home with me on these adventures, so glad that's coming across to all of you. Thanks for watching!

    • @jeffreyburgher
      @jeffreyburgher 2 роки тому

      Just tried my first cup of liquorice mint tea. I think you are really on to something hear.

  • @seaalien
    @seaalien 2 роки тому +1

    I gotta' get myself across the BC/WA border to get me one of those boot glasses! LOL! You really put the van to task. Hopefully, everything is still intact! Also, the starry night timelapse was amazing!!

  • @J4060
    @J4060 2 роки тому +1

    Just making some coffe when the bell rings. It is Chad. Welcome, buddy.
    Great aventura , the bahia is beautiful.
    Thank you very much for your videos.
    Peace out. Sigue en la carretera.

  • @kevex155
    @kevex155 2 роки тому

    The only UA-cam channel that gets cast to my TV. Thanks Chad 👍

  • @valdirsilva4991
    @valdirsilva4991 2 роки тому +5

    Show de bola esse lugar, nem parace nosso planeta. Loucura, tem que ter um carro 4x4 muito bom. Gostei muito. Abraço.

  • @JasonWh
    @JasonWh Рік тому

    Get a dead man kit for the vat and use your winch to assist you up those hills and with control.

  • @drrptenors
    @drrptenors 2 роки тому

    By far best van life channel.

  • @patrickdubois7997
    @patrickdubois7997 2 роки тому

    It's really amazing what your Van and the driver can do with it.

  • @northcoastoutdoorchannel
    @northcoastoutdoorchannel 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible video! That time lapse was insane!

  • @judywheeler208
    @judywheeler208 2 роки тому

    Binge watching ....on the Big screen!!! Got on my phone and subscribed!!! Great channel!!!

  • @olgalavenant3481
    @olgalavenant3481 2 роки тому

    SIMPLEMENTE MARAVILLOSO!!

  • @Momabear1
    @Momabear1 2 роки тому

    So crazy driving for a van!

  • @EunosRoadster91
    @EunosRoadster91 2 роки тому

    Respect for knowing the limitations of your equipment. You've designed and built a really solid vehicle capable of so much, but it's just too heavy for ascents like those without a wynch. Fantastic content, thank you.

  • @--sly--
    @--sly-- 2 роки тому +1

    Be safe sir.

  • @ratnadipmajumdar7100
    @ratnadipmajumdar7100 2 роки тому

    Only one that I can say mind blowing.

  • @NOOBGAMING-dn1me
    @NOOBGAMING-dn1me 2 роки тому +1

    I miss old chad’s video

  • @michwing8801
    @michwing8801 2 роки тому

    Here for the solo stove ignition and cooking!

  • @MenchRedTV
    @MenchRedTV 2 роки тому

    Always take care Bro. Godbless you.

  • @happyguy61
    @happyguy61 2 роки тому +1

    I take my hat off to your attempt of that gnarly desert trail! I’m an off roader here in Aussie in a (modestly) modified 4X4 and I was impressed how far you got with that Sprinter van of yours! Really enjoyed your vid👍

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому

      Always been a dream of mine to do overloading in Australia. Someday. Thanks for watching, Chris!

  • @NoOverhead
    @NoOverhead 2 роки тому +1

    I couldn’t imagine trying a trail like that in my van. Kudos to the Sprinter, and kudos to you for this awesome video!

  • @intotheoutside4299
    @intotheoutside4299 2 роки тому +6

    its a good day when ltvl uploads! good time as a truck driver to take my mandatory break lol 👍🤙🤘✊

    • @atcay81
      @atcay81 2 роки тому +1

      You can't go wrong watching LTVL on your break 🤙
      Stay safe on the roads 🤘🙌

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      Hahaha! Thanks for watching!

  • @detonator620
    @detonator620 2 роки тому +2

    Perfect van for the end of the world!

  • @paulevans3522
    @paulevans3522 2 роки тому +1

    Great video enjoyed as always jad got to get myself a hat and T shirt living the van life cool see you soon .

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for supporting the channel, Paul. Cheers!

  • @ViswaVardhanReddyD
    @ViswaVardhanReddyD Рік тому

    Man..your videos are my everyday bedtime stories after a long day. Love from Bharath

  • @rosiesanjose6846
    @rosiesanjose6846 2 роки тому

    Good to see u again camping chad..thank u for sharing the beauty of Bajamexico..always loved you're effort and videos..its worth watching as always..with a nice sounds which fit on youre camping..loved it truly

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      My pleasure! Thanks for the kind words, Rosie-

    • @rosiesanjose6846
      @rosiesanjose6846 2 роки тому

      @@LivingTheVanLife you're. Very much welcome chad..you're fan from Philippines. .keep safe and healthy ..so you can keep on truckin

  • @mikedelacruz3135
    @mikedelacruz3135 2 роки тому +1

    🔥🔥🔥🔥 episode Chad 👊🏼😎🤙🏼

  • @Explore1111
    @Explore1111 2 роки тому +1

    What an epic off-roading that was!
    Not to forget the filming, great work as usual! Loving your videos man!

  • @nomaddict5279
    @nomaddict5279 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome video, Chad! Loved seeing you push the limits of your van. I recently wore my awesome LTVL shirt on a trip to Bellingham for a roof rack install, thinking it would bring us good luck if we got stuck in our travels. We didn’t get stuck, so….I may be on to something here.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      That is awesome! Sounds like you need an LTVL t-shirt for each day of the week- Keep on Trucking!

  • @RussellMcCollom
    @RussellMcCollom 2 роки тому

    This one made me nervous. Wow, that is out in some rough back roads. Another adventure in the books.

  • @mosessalazar7818
    @mosessalazar7818 2 роки тому

    Just subscribed enjoy watching your videos very good great content. Your videos just drew me in especially the one when you showed how you capture with your drone and all the other views and how much time it could take.

  • @abbasssibatra8682
    @abbasssibatra8682 2 роки тому +1

    Good job my friend 👍

  • @ManojKumar-qn5ug
    @ManojKumar-qn5ug 2 роки тому

    sir this was awesome video and you have a very good collection of music in between fillers

  • @henrikm4657
    @henrikm4657 2 роки тому

    Awesome footage as usual, especially the drone footage when entering Valle de los cirios.

  • @isabelmendi3973
    @isabelmendi3973 2 роки тому +1

    I enjoy your adventures, what a life, awesome

  • @rickdunbar2319
    @rickdunbar2319 2 роки тому

    Van is looking good,getting the job done.

  • @DmitriyChaikovskiy
    @DmitriyChaikovskiy 2 роки тому

    Your videos are amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @professormoriarty6875
    @professormoriarty6875 2 роки тому

    That was impressive.
    You put that van through a lot of stress and it handled it well.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks!

    • @professormoriarty6875
      @professormoriarty6875 2 роки тому

      @@LivingTheVanLife
      I have a crazy question.
      Mercedes has an extra long version of the Sprinter which I think is about two meters longer than the standard version, giving plenty of space for a bigger bathroom and kitchen. Do you think it would be possible to install a six-wheel drive on it?

    • @professormoriarty6875
      @professormoriarty6875 2 роки тому

      @@LivingTheVanLife
      I found it.
      A 6x6 sprinter van.
      Check this out
      ua-cam.com/video/4CJGNTXqCoA/v-deo.html

  • @mrigankaofficial
    @mrigankaofficial 2 роки тому

    Trust me man, Watching your van life adventure videos are far better than watching Netflix documents.
    Do what you love to do. ❤️
    From your Indian subscriber🙂❤️

  • @krystalb0385
    @krystalb0385 2 роки тому

    Hi Chad! Glad you’re doing well! I ordered a LTVL t-shirt and a sticker for my water bottle. Can’t wait to rock it! Thanks for giving us great content!

  • @anserkhan9430
    @anserkhan9430 2 роки тому

    That's it bro ,,,live the life,,Stay humble and stay 💯!!!!¡!

  • @Vangriff
    @Vangriff 2 роки тому

    There is also some great fishing in BOLA also

  • @mikehagler1772
    @mikehagler1772 2 роки тому

    Love me some Baja. I used to chase for a SCORE race team. Back in the 90s. You are definitely bringing up some Baja memories for me 🤙🏻

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому

      Hey, Mike! Always been a dream of mine, time to make it happen. Thanks for watching!

  • @darylchest879
    @darylchest879 2 роки тому

    Great video Chad you got back to your roots with this one, with cooking some delicious tacos over an open fire, and washing them down with a swig of margaritas. All while posted up on the beach, it had a feel of the old days. Keep these kind of videos coming, very dope.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      Hell yeah! have been ready to get back to some of these types of videos. I have had a busy summer so far.

  • @alexbocade4703
    @alexbocade4703 2 роки тому

    Hey Chad, just ordered some stickers and t-shirt. Can’t wait to slap it in my van.

  • @lornanaegelen8372
    @lornanaegelen8372 2 роки тому

    It’s absolutely gorgeous

  •  2 роки тому +1

    3:19 I hold my breath for a couple of seconds here, not gonna lie

  • @ufcufc7734
    @ufcufc7734 2 роки тому

    Great performance by the sprinter van Chad.in rough terrain .very enjoyable video as usual.

  • @Buzz420
    @Buzz420 2 роки тому

    I lived in La Paz for a minute in my 20s & have traveled down through Baja many times. More types of cactus in Baja than anywhere else in the world.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      Love the cactus and vegetation down in Baja, so varied and unique. Thanks for watching!

  • @leonardcroft1467
    @leonardcroft1467 2 роки тому

    Hey Chad
    Always Enjoy Your Videos !
    Thanks for Taking us on Your Adventures
    Love The Channel

  • @flipzout100
    @flipzout100 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible time lapse of the stars Chad, awesome! But mozzarella, dude, so many options down there, try asedero or oaxaca, just a suggestion.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      Agreed, there could have been better cheese choices, but sometimes you just gotta use what you have- Thanks for watching!

    • @flipzout100
      @flipzout100 2 роки тому

      @@LivingTheVanLife Amen to that brother! LOL

  • @megacatsupreme466
    @megacatsupreme466 2 роки тому

    Chad is loving this Sprinter Van, meanwhile Cody from Whistlindeisel is really impressed by his custom 1000hp G Wagon in the sand dunes.
    Hopefully Mercedes is paying these boys. Chad was really showing the capabilities of these vans that so many van lifers love.

  • @reiddryden9805
    @reiddryden9805 2 роки тому

    Know cardboard over the front end works!!!
    Stay safe

  • @halfglassfull
    @halfglassfull 2 роки тому

    tacos look amazing. And cool tunes.

  • @gail130
    @gail130 2 роки тому

    Waiting for your contents is always worth it.

  • @michaelbrown9363
    @michaelbrown9363 2 роки тому +1

    Let’s say it together “Ah-Do-Bo.” Adobo. Got it? (No shade thrown). Loved the video.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  2 роки тому +1

      We didn't cook Adobo, check out what Adobo truly is. Traditionally Adobo is a sauce or seasoning. As I said in the video we cooked and ate Adobada Tacos, don't know what they call them where you're from, but in Baja they are called Adobada Tacos.

    • @michaelbrown9363
      @michaelbrown9363 2 роки тому

      @@LivingTheVanLife
      Well, my ignorance is showing, and you are correct, sir.
      In my part of the world, we typically have Adobo and Al Pastor, but not Adobada. My incorrect assumption was that you were mispronouncing Adobo. I apologize for that, and I’ll try to tuck my ignorance back in now.
      Your videos are quite spectacular.