Why I’ve lived in my Lexus GX470 for 2 years | This is my story

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  • Опубліковано 18 чер 2024
  • Its been over 2 years since I started living on the road in my Lexus GX470. 70k miles, 9 states, and countless memories later... I'm ready to share my story. A story of my travels, how I'm able to work remotely, and why I chose this lifestyle.
    Thanks for watching!
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    Timestamps
    0:00 - Intro
    0:42 - I don't have a story
    3:27 - A day in my life
    6:50 - How I got here
    10:14 - Remote Work
    12:01 - Bad Days
    14:01 - Friends
    15:33 - Settling Down
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 214

  • @ChristianSchaffer
    @ChristianSchaffer Рік тому +30

    I would like to formally request more videos, please. This was an absolute masterpiece

  • @byronstumman7420
    @byronstumman7420 10 місяців тому +4

    I realllllllllly enjoying your filming style. The pacing, the music choice, the dialogue and the silence. It’s all such a wonderful balance that takes the viewer into your life. Thanks for sharing and taking us on the adventure.

  • @JuliahWild
    @JuliahWild Рік тому +58

    THIS IS A VISUAL AND AUDIBLE MASTERPIECE!!! I love the way you put this together. I also want to tell a story, not just share the highlights. I want to connect with others on social media, and I want to help people. And this is a great reminder that the story is more important than the destination/curated content.

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +7

      Thanks Juliah! I think social media is evolving in consumption - at least for myself. I’d rather follow creators that share their story instead of ones that have flash but no substance.

    • @dartagnan1954
      @dartagnan1954 Рік тому +1

      👏🏼

    • @purplehorsechick9706
      @purplehorsechick9706 Рік тому

      Agree! MASTERPIECE! 👍💯🥰

  • @Phillyphil123
    @Phillyphil123 Рік тому +7

    This was a great watch. I'm a GX owner myself and an adventure seeker as well. Have done many road trips across the U.S. This hits home.
    Keep the adventure rolling, those awe moments never get old! No one ever regrets travel. Do it while you're young. Cheers to the great shots and editing of this short film!

  • @pradeepgamage
    @pradeepgamage Рік тому +13

    Caught your channel by accident, amazing stuff! You are living the dream, and letting us be a part of that! Gotta say - you deserve millions of views, please keep making videos, you will definitely get the well-deserved recognition. Thanks for all the inspiration!

  • @jamessink3736
    @jamessink3736 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing this with us and putting a little extra joy out into the world. Safe travels and bon voyage.

  • @raquelrockysanchez
    @raquelrockysanchez Рік тому

    Great seeing another one of your beautiful videos! A visual masterpiece. Also great to see that you’re living your best life out on the road 🙏🏼👍🏼🙌🏼Safe travels!

  • @terryivanov5435
    @terryivanov5435 Рік тому +6

    You did an amazing job man, and i am writing this comment on the minute 4. Keep the storytelling going, you are pretty good at this. Its a lot harder then it seems.

  • @noke8678
    @noke8678 Рік тому +1

    Wow, what an interesting life you have chosen to live : )
    I am happy to have found this channel as it gives me a glimpse of what could have been, or perhaps, what might be one day. Thank you for sharing all of this with the rest of us, you are truly inspiring to say the least. May you always be safe and happy for all of your days 🙏

  • @Annie-zf7xi
    @Annie-zf7xi Рік тому +1

    This was really good, so genuine, looking forward to more.😊

  • @lsxfbodygen3
    @lsxfbodygen3 Рік тому +2

    Dude. This is a masterpiece! Easily one of the best short films on overlanding/remote work.

  • @williamnguyen7537
    @williamnguyen7537 Рік тому

    Great job! Got me into getting a GX. Thank you for your videos!

  • @kateandjosh
    @kateandjosh Рік тому

    Wow!!! That was very well thought out. Well done. I enjoyed every second of it, I’m interested to see all the revisions to your GX that you’ve showed us in a recent short that you uploaded.

  • @timothypatenaude2350
    @timothypatenaude2350 10 місяців тому +1

    Top Quality! I really enjoy your videos!

  • @townvilleben
    @townvilleben Рік тому

    Incredible video! So glad I found your channel.

  • @marcocalara
    @marcocalara Рік тому

    So good man! Thanks for sharing 🎉

  • @friendsandperspectives1102
    @friendsandperspectives1102 Рік тому

    Love your story @goingfarther. Keep on making your travel vlog.

  • @gregorydaines
    @gregorydaines Рік тому +1

    I really enjoyed this video. Fantastic story telling. The framing reminded me of the illustrations in The Boy The Mole The Fox and The Horse. Wide short, detailed shots, side on, above. Really nice way to keep engaging without changing subject every three seconds. Felt refreshing. But I also want to thank you for sharing your story. Even with the thing that gets in the way. Life.

  • @NathanielWise
    @NathanielWise Рік тому +6

    loved how this all come together man! storytelling was really creative, so many beautiful shots too. glad our paths crossed. happy to know you my friend. and i totally feel you on the disdain for “setting down” 😅

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Nathaniel! So happy to finally create something with all this scattered footage. Hope to see ya again soon!

  • @up2top
    @up2top Рік тому +3

    Love it. Nicely done. I'll be doing the same as soon as the kids are out of the house. In the meantime, I do the weekend overlanding thing in my 4th gen 4Runner as often as possible. Love that GX you're driving. You've really set it up well.

  • @runner.explorerUT
    @runner.explorerUT Рік тому

    Good job brotha, keep up the good work at the end of the day it's what makes your soul happy and living a freedom life. Great job, 💯!! Want to see your story more.

  • @barymac5840
    @barymac5840 Рік тому

    What an inspiring story and a really cool video! i wish you the best.

  • @SoWhyDontYou
    @SoWhyDontYou Рік тому

    Amazing video! Changing up my build -thanks for some ideas!

  • @steveelliott1160
    @steveelliott1160 Рік тому

    Absolutely outstanding video! Thank You!

  • @pcg03
    @pcg03 9 місяців тому

    Just discovered your channel, great stuff. Keep it up!

  • @_witch_of_wanderlust
    @_witch_of_wanderlust Рік тому

    I loved this video. Beautiful work. ❤

  • @coltonfalk577
    @coltonfalk577 Рік тому

    Great content!! The GX is the perfect workhorse. Love the editing

  • @bravomusicman21
    @bravomusicman21 4 місяці тому

    Another great video. Cool insight. You have a gift.

  • @lukehall4479
    @lukehall4479 6 місяців тому

    Dude keep it up, rad content and dope vibe.

  • @amanvora242
    @amanvora242 Рік тому +2

    I enjoyed this video so much. I have seen your content, road life setup, and your pictures on insta for a while now. Thoroughly enjoy your choice of freedom. Keep at it.

  • @backwoodbenjamin6866
    @backwoodbenjamin6866 Рік тому

    Hey man we had similar childhoods, that’s why iv been thinking about living in my Lexus aswell. Thanks for the video ! Gorgeous work 😊

  • @thefreshprinceofheaven
    @thefreshprinceofheaven Рік тому +2

    Sir, this is great content.

  • @BuckJones1909
    @BuckJones1909 Рік тому +1

    You are a very good narrator story teller, and the editing with music was excellent! A very enjoyable video!

  • @anthonymaster6160
    @anthonymaster6160 Рік тому

    Really enjoyed watching this video. THANK YOU. 🙏👍

  • @marktastic86
    @marktastic86 Рік тому +7

    Your first video detailing your vehicle setup really captivated me. Pretty amazing job, and I'm glad it's working out so well. How's the car holding up by the way? Keep the videos coming and stay safe out there!

  • @srikanthk5769
    @srikanthk5769 Рік тому

    I loved loved watching your video. This is something i can related myself to. Being connected and have a professional life at the same flexible and nimble to go around , see places. You are living my dream.

  • @purplehorsechick9706
    @purplehorsechick9706 Рік тому

    Cool Shots...YES!! Breathtaking views (I LUV LUV!) beginning of this video, first thing I said was WOW!! I love snowy mountains 😊. New subber & can't wait to see more of your videos. Safe travels & Happy Holidays, stay warm! 🥶☃️🌲💜

  • @desertarmorcssales1877
    @desertarmorcssales1877 Рік тому

    Great build and awesome video! 👏

  • @GeorgeHuss
    @GeorgeHuss Рік тому

    Found you from Nathanial Wise's last video ! Looking forward to exploring your channel. Safe travels !

  • @rooftoptentliving
    @rooftoptentliving Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing some of your story. 🙏

  • @n.phothirath4949
    @n.phothirath4949 5 місяців тому

    Awesome video and rig ! 🤘🏻❤

  • @overland502
    @overland502 Рік тому +1

    I really enjoyed this one great job

  • @jordanbrookins
    @jordanbrookins 8 днів тому

    very impressive and inspiring!! love it!!

  • @HarrisonSchoen
    @HarrisonSchoen Рік тому

    This was incredible, and well worth the wait. I'm glad to know you.

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому

      Thanks Harry, likewise! Its been a relief to finally have it out

  • @ShanePHanlon
    @ShanePHanlon Рік тому

    Wow this is amazing and insightful! Looks like a dream :)

  • @GabeGarcia
    @GabeGarcia Рік тому

    you are talented my friend! Love that you have an E-bike, cant wait to see more content with that thing. Cheers!!

  • @kaleywoods7157
    @kaleywoods7157 Рік тому

    no way you chose one of my all time favorite death cab songs, you also have a built out GX, and you're a photographer?! new favorite channel for SURE

  • @notthejenfrombackthen679
    @notthejenfrombackthen679 Рік тому +1

    The accidental camera fall was actually a very DOPE effect! You should keep it and use it to close out/open the videos!

  • @KimChuTV
    @KimChuTV Рік тому

    Great video and editing! Love this kind of vibe and I appreciate the storytelling. It was good to hear that you are from SD too! 😀

  • @matttsai2455
    @matttsai2455 Рік тому

    A amazing film, amazing life style, bro!

  • @alistaireagle6690
    @alistaireagle6690 Рік тому

    Awesome!! You’re a great filmmaker!

  • @PaulBeiser
    @PaulBeiser Рік тому

    Very nice, I found your channel from Nathaniel. Look forward to you images and stories. Best, Paul

  • @gabreidco
    @gabreidco Рік тому

    I'm new to your channel and glad Renee Roaming introduced me to you! Such an inspiration. This is the life I want to live with my little dog. I have some doubters in my life that think it's crazy but I need to shut out the negative vibes and follow my joy. I really enjoyed this video. Can't wait for more!

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +1

      I had some negativity when I first started, but learned to shut them out. One of the best decisions I made, and taught me a lot about my prior surroundings

  • @cigarprepper7179
    @cigarprepper7179 Рік тому

    Dude your livin life 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

  • @mariesanchez
    @mariesanchez Рік тому

    Got here coz of the gx group! What a set up! Love it!

  • @CovinaBand
    @CovinaBand Рік тому

    Awesome stuff!!!

  • @tericojensen263
    @tericojensen263 Рік тому

    Much needed build update, the new setup is so awesome.

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +1

      I made a mini update as a small short, but a new build, including a new interior is on the horizon 👀

  • @zackeryshackelford3864
    @zackeryshackelford3864 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for this video. I recently decided to ditch renting a house to live on the beach full time with just my tacoma 4x4... this is an amazing lifestyle, and i hope to someday have my truck outfitted right like yours!

  • @Sal_car88
    @Sal_car88 Рік тому +4

    I love your content, seeing your travels through photos and videos and learning your story. Your GX is amazing too. You're living the life! What I can't comprehend is how you have a social life. Working on the road and being away a lot, just how? Coming from someone not doing anything you're doing and always in the same location I have like one actual friend. 😅 I think you nailed the roadlife question. I too want to "run away" and find something new. What's your monthly expenses look like? I wonder if I could even afford to live in my car.

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +4

      Thanks! I’d say 95% of my friends on the road are either photographers I’ve met through instagram, or are road lifers themselves. Then those friends introduced me to others, and the network just grows organically now!

  • @devanshsharma5159
    @devanshsharma5159 Рік тому

    This was so much fun to watch!! Exactly how I want to see myself in 5 years ❤️❤️

  • @edwarddavis7216
    @edwarddavis7216 Рік тому

    Amazing video 🤙🏾 keep going farther

  • @TheDroidsb
    @TheDroidsb Рік тому

    Good stuff bro. I have an LX470 I’m slowly building out right now and I wish I could just drop everything and live a nomadic lifestyle for a little while.

  • @purplehorsechick9706
    @purplehorsechick9706 Рік тому

    Your photography is AMAZING!!! U should be famous, definitely. Do u sell prints of your work?? Loving your content too, how u edit, your story etc and u have a very calming, friendly voice. So glad u came up in my feed! 👍🙂💜

  • @LongArizona
    @LongArizona Рік тому

    Hi Mike!
    I just found you today!
    Thank you so much for all of your time, photos, and videos!
    Thank you for giving me a tour of your HOME!
    Thank you for taking me along in your journey to beautiful places!
    I am grateful!🙏
    After I watched this video, I subscribed and watched the rest of your videos!
    You are still pretty young but I can already see that there’s beautiful energy in you!
    I also love hiking and camping!
    My most recent trip was a 10 days in the Cedar Mesa area and East of Capital Reef off-grid in my 1998 Tacoma!
    If you ever traveling 🧭 to Prescott-Arizona, please let me know!
    In the meantime, may you always on the path of fulfilling your true aspiration!🙏

  • @Ashley-zu1ul
    @Ashley-zu1ul Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing, friend... and congrats! Been a long time coming.
    I love the reality of taking the still photo sitting on top of your rig and then... welp ok we're done. Next time i wanna see you running to set up your camera, driving past your camera, running back to get your camera 😂😂

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому

      Thanks friend ❤️. Lol thats a good idea for the next video

  • @flipzide
    @flipzide Рік тому

    Tiff and I enjoyed how you put this together. Hope to see you when you’re back in California again.

  • @mohammadisamario1988
    @mohammadisamario1988 Рік тому

    that's a pretty solid awning you have

  • @Mr.International82
    @Mr.International82 Рік тому

    He’s definitely living the dream!

  • @angelcm2606
    @angelcm2606 Рік тому

    I hope to get to live like this, this summer

  • @anujkumawat7359
    @anujkumawat7359 Рік тому

    Love you brother ❤

  • @swaghili
    @swaghili Рік тому

    adding Clairo was perfect bro havent watched a long YT vid in a while. I am a bit jelous, this is peak life right here. keep on truckin'

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому

      Thanks! Was stoked I could license some actual songs for youtube

  • @CMF_1
    @CMF_1 Рік тому

    Been waiting since your first two videos on the GX!

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +1

      Hoping to push out something at least every other month!

    • @CMF_1
      @CMF_1 Рік тому

      @@goingfarther_films good to read , better than content just because “I post every Thursday “. I enjoy the build “why it did this”, but look forward to your content style .

  • @dpginthehouse
    @dpginthehouse Рік тому

    Wow , this is beautiful

  • @Graymanvanlife
    @Graymanvanlife Рік тому

    Excellent footage outstanding drone work and really dependable and well setup rig. I've owned 4 gx470s. Now a landcruiser. Thx

    • @dancewithlight
      @dancewithlight Рік тому +2

      How do you compare land cruiser and gx470? Africa Safari is full of land cruisers.

    • @Graymanvanlife
      @Graymanvanlife Рік тому

      I simply gave a compliment and said what I've owned. I made no comparisons at all. Sorry for the misunderstanding. Thx

  • @chrisbryant9229
    @chrisbryant9229 5 місяців тому

    super jealous this is really cool

  • @advwxyz
    @advwxyz Рік тому

    Brilliant!!!

  • @edichka911
    @edichka911 Місяць тому

    super! More!

  • @hittinpure1
    @hittinpure1 Рік тому

    Wow! Thank you for sharing! Awesome storytelling! Is that a diesel heater on side back window? Keep up the great work n happy travels!

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому

      I used to have a diesel heater in there, but I wasn’t a fan of it/ didn’t use it often. Its just for storage now

  • @VCV_Travel
    @VCV_Travel Рік тому

    Speechless....

  • @x3thelast
    @x3thelast Рік тому

    I recognize borrego. I’ve been going almost every weekend since getting my jeep last month. Lol.

  • @540tactical6
    @540tactical6 Рік тому

    Awesome stuff! I gotta ask, what front bumper is that??? Lol keep it up!

  • @snugkibu
    @snugkibu Рік тому

    Thanks for the video! Love seeing and hearing your story. Btw I don’t know how you are able to work with your laptop as one monitor.. I always need 2 to function to be some what productive lol 🙃

  • @gps996
    @gps996 Рік тому +2

    Life is too short to be stuck in one place. Cheers to you for getting off of the hamster wheel. Enjoy every moment of it!!!!!

  • @XshredderXradX
    @XshredderXradX Рік тому +1

    Man. Love following your journey! We need a new Rig walkthrough!! Set up is looking real nice!!!

    • @saywhat..
      @saywhat.. Рік тому

      Yes I agree by the way does anybody know what kind of bike rack that is thanks

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +1

      Will be making a few mini-walkthrough shorts this weekend!

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому +1

      Its a 1up rack with custom mounts to my ladder

    • @saywhat..
      @saywhat.. Рік тому

      @@goingfarther_films ok thank you I would like to do something similar with a gas shock I have a 2010 JK Wrangler so it lifts up above the glass when it's open thanks again

    • @XshredderXradX
      @XshredderXradX Рік тому

      What tent is that? Solar set up? Does it still charge with the case on top….so many juicy questions!! 😂

  • @yifengchen
    @yifengchen Рік тому +2

    I'm also a software engineer working remotely, and i've been travelling around the US for 6months now with also a gx470. I found living full time in my gx and managing all the water, food, electricity, internet, etc might be a bit too challenging for me. Cuz my work is relatively busy and I feel like i dont have the extra energy to manage all these resources after a long workday. I ended up occationally live in the gx for maximum 5 or 6 days, but mostly i will look for short-term monthly stay at different locations. and just head out to the wild during weekends. I always wanted to push myself a bit and try living in the gx full time for maybe a couple weeks, hopefully I would do that in the next year!

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому

      It definitely takes getting used to. Living out of a suitcase overseas was 10x harder than on the road, and I’ve been remote for a total of 5 years now. Definitely helped with this lifestyle

  • @waltc9677
    @waltc9677 Рік тому

    Nice…please finish telling your story. Love your honest talk.

  • @roberth7894
    @roberth7894 Рік тому

    I like your channel, your sensibility is similar to Chris @ venture4wd who is also living out of a Jeep and remote working. Some people just weren't made to be sitting in an apt or office and nature is a great place to hang. All the best to you!

  • @jackn
    @jackn Рік тому

    i've been looking for an overlanding software engineer for the longest time! i'm planning on doing the same starting in january. it would be great to learn more about troubles/challenges with remote work, and also what your setup is for work days

  • @KeluargaFebrio
    @KeluargaFebrio Рік тому

    I enjoyed this video

  • @jpking0512
    @jpking0512 Рік тому

    Love the video! What kind of fire pit is that?

  • @jasondomnick911
    @jasondomnick911 5 місяців тому

    Interested in your battery set up. Did you do yourself? Cost? Just some ideas for future videos. I recently purchased a GS460 and am researching all the mods. Your set up is well thought out and practical. Great videos. Thanks for sharing!

  • @yrdisla
    @yrdisla Рік тому

    Wow insanely awesome nomadic lifestyle experience, gotta try it in Qatar at least for week :-) Travel safe always brother.

  • @EmenseCoffee
    @EmenseCoffee Рік тому

    Super dope movie! Drive down to Nicaragua we can brew some coffee on my farm!

  • @gj0628
    @gj0628 11 місяців тому

    Amazing set up. Your desk up front where did you get it

  • @HunterB23
    @HunterB23 Рік тому

    Been a longtime follower so it’s great to see you posting again- maybe next you can get into your Lexus partnership?!

    • @goingfarther_films
      @goingfarther_films  Рік тому

      Definitely hope to continue working with them in the future! Loved covering the SEMA event.

  • @RecoveringHermit
    @RecoveringHermit Рік тому

    I think those 4 reasons....
    1) looking for something
    2) looking to forget the past
    3) runway from problems
    4) find themselves
    .... are the exact reasons why i need to go on the road
    Great video

  • @alejandropasillas1152
    @alejandropasillas1152 Рік тому

    Amazing

  • @jeremythompson1070
    @jeremythompson1070 Рік тому

    Great video and rig! If you're ever around SE AZ and want to meet up with fellow GX owner, let me know.

  • @lexus_offroad_adventures
    @lexus_offroad_adventures Рік тому +1

    🙌

  • @DeusVultDeus
    @DeusVultDeus 4 місяці тому

    We need more uploads!