V11E6: Four Years of Adventure

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  • Опубліковано 15 лип 2024
  • This special episode celebrates four years of overland adventure, and kicks off exploring the Arizona desert outside of Phoenix. There I take a close look at the condition of the Jeep and talk about its overall reliability. Then, after dropping it off at the shop for some tender loving care, I conclude 2020 with a look back at some of the most memorable places and experiences, both good and bad, and lessons learned since the journey commenced back in 2017. Featuring footage from Texas, California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Quebec, Newfoundland, Michigan, Alberta, and Alaska.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 302

  • @ericjholden
    @ericjholden 3 роки тому +54

    Chris. No need to apologize about your release schedule. Although we are entertained by your life, we need to remember that our entertainment by your life isn’t the most important thing. Just keep doing what you are doing and we shall enjoy

  • @mr.t3186
    @mr.t3186 3 роки тому +54

    Best Overland You-Tuber out here!

    • @rprior9095
      @rprior9095 3 роки тому +2

      Absolutely true.

    • @mikehoffman3690
      @mikehoffman3690 3 роки тому

      100% agree.

    • @randyphoenix3662
      @randyphoenix3662 3 роки тому +1

      Best degenerate father and bum for not holding down a job and setting a good example for Cole.

    • @randyphoenix3662
      @randyphoenix3662 3 роки тому

      @John D Hey Johnny boy...why don't you pound sand or start filling out some job applications for Chris.

  • @evilcam
    @evilcam 3 роки тому +59

    This one was well worth the wait. You've really got your money's worth out of that Jeep, and though its been beaten about and battered by tens of thousands of miles of offroad trails, it's VERY impressive that outside some minor maintenance, the core parts of the vehicle are still going strong. Jeep should contact you for a sponsored testimonial, as there are not a lot of people out there who have done more in them, and documented all of it, as you.
    It was also cool to see the retrospective and get your current narration and take on it. I've watched most of your videos, twice, which is saying something as I normally never, ever watch travel vids multiple times. I do yours though, because for some reason I have not yet figured out to put into words, I find them comforting and always interesting. You can't beat your visuals and travel narrative, ultra dry humor (which is the best kind of humor) and unyielding sense of adventure.
    Keep it up, Mr Schontz, as you can only continue to grow as a channel, and adventurer, from here.

  • @PNWJEEPER01
    @PNWJEEPER01 3 роки тому +4

    The feeling you get immediately the first time you tip a Jeep over on it's side is among the worst feelings a fella can have. The feeling you get immediately as you're driving away from the experience unscathed in said Jeep is one of the best feelings a fella can have.
    This is my Deep Jeep Thought for the morning.

  • @shekharmoona544
    @shekharmoona544 3 роки тому +13

    Marco is awesome he has a new cookbook out. 🤣😂😂🤣

  • @jacksak
    @jacksak 3 роки тому +22

    I always marvel at the amount of thought and time it takes you to set up those camera shots and edit them. They are so well done. I told my sister about your channel and she loves it, but asked if you had someone else doing the videoing. I said, "no".

  • @thetankslapper
    @thetankslapper 3 роки тому +1

    Wrote this to my son after seeing this episode :
    That was me before my back made everything so painful . Could hardly wait to get out of the car at the site of a mountain to run, not walk up to the top like there was gold up there or something. Everything was so new to me having grown up in Michigan. Like a God made fairyland throughout the west. Why wasn't everyone out her doing this I thought.
    What Chris is sacrificing to pull this off will someday define his life. I predict if the media and entertainment world will allow, he'll become saught after nature film producer.

  • @jerryb953
    @jerryb953 3 роки тому +1

    You are for sure the best advertisement for JEEP. They couldn't possibly buy that kind of exposure. You need to contact them and put together a documentary. The "HILL CLIMBERS" and "HOT DOGGERS" are fun to watch but your adventures would make everyone who loves "THE OUTDOORS" want to PURCHASE a JEEP RUBICON. Love watching your adventures. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. JERRY B.

  • @MatthewSeratti
    @MatthewSeratti 3 роки тому +4

    I've been working in a hospital, getting the crap beaten out of me, and just plain miserable all year. These videos have really been a respite through 2020 and have reminded me of the beauty that is still out there in the world. I especially appreciate your sincerity and honesty. It is not easy to let your guard down for all the internet to see. Thanks! Looking forward to watching 2021.

  • @BluffLINEMedia
    @BluffLINEMedia 3 роки тому +27

    Thank you for making the best overland series in existence. You’re a legend, sir! Oh, and come to the Ozarks!

    • @jayesh5131
      @jayesh5131 3 роки тому +2

      @@jcoats5529 Yes it is the best overland channel, but Shawn is a very lazy guy. He will never do a solo Overlanding trip😅

    • @ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441
      @ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441 3 роки тому

      Thanks for your recap over the last four years really enjoyed it I miss my trip out west this year to go see my son and British Columbia but hopefully next year I can do it other than that be safe have a good holiday. 👍👍😀🇨🇦

    • @genxiong2695
      @genxiong2695 3 роки тому

      Not a legend in any means. He needs more subscribers.

  • @bntravelin2
    @bntravelin2 3 роки тому +17

    i spotted your Jeep in Prescott left you a note

  • @ramiromontoya9357
    @ramiromontoya9357 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the entertainment Chris. May God continue to bless you in your journeys to come.

  • @ROUTES_SAUVAGES
    @ROUTES_SAUVAGES 3 роки тому +18

    Chris.. you’re the Legend! There’s no other Channel out here that comes close to the quality of your! Thanks for all that inspiration man ! Merry Christmas to you & Cole and 2021 will be another crazy adventure year! 🤙🏼

  • @juststeve7665
    @juststeve7665 3 роки тому +13

    Great video Chris! Well, you haven't introduced her to us yet but this episode you call her your "partner" so things must be going well. You also use "we" describing 2021 plans so... hopefully we'll get to know her better. From her peripheral appearances in 2020 she seems like a neat person and fun to be with so I'm looking forward to seeing her in the future.

  • @built4xploration253
    @built4xploration253 3 роки тому +1

    I loved this episode! I really enjoyed seeing your skills progress. You gained confidence on the trails, but became cautious when needed. Your video style and story telling has been honed to what we see today, Top 5 on UA-cam for overlanding, IMHO!
    Chris, You, my friend, are the most Underrated Overlanding channel on YT. I would gladly pay for a T-shirt and a patch someday if you ever decide to make them. Looking forward to the 2021 adventures.

  • @brucel399
    @brucel399 3 роки тому +5

    Its been an amazing 4 years. Heres to the next 4.
    CHEERS from Colorado
    Merry Christmas

  • @HourlessLife
    @HourlessLife 3 роки тому

    Great recap brother. Thank you for your continued inspiration, empowerment, and encouragement. ~ Eric

  • @joelparker2371
    @joelparker2371 3 роки тому +9

    Chris I just started following you when you got into Washington 2017 & I had bought my Jeep JK in March so then I stumbled on to you! You have CHANGED my life & im inspired & the episode was EPIC! Happy Holidays to you and your family!

  • @TheHarley883r
    @TheHarley883r 3 роки тому +1

    Cant believe its 4 years now , have been enjoying your channel since the beginning, become a Sunday ritual... thank you Sir fantastic... all the best to you and your over the holidays , look forward to the coming years adventures be well stay safe ...

  • @dandersonjr
    @dandersonjr 3 роки тому

    Like a walk down memory lane. You truly are good at what you do. Thanks.

  • @Onward4x4
    @Onward4x4 3 роки тому +6

    Woooohooooo!!!! Another video!! Thanks! (I was actually knocking on wood when you said: knock on wood. - you are all good to go.)

  • @woof3598
    @woof3598 3 роки тому +3

    good refresher for the past year, always worth the wait to see your episodes

  • @momobadilak
    @momobadilak 3 роки тому +4

    I've been hoping for a video like this ..the whole story till now. thanks!

  • @Tester81
    @Tester81 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for taking us with you. Blessings to you and yours!!! Me.... you remind me the importance to LIVE LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @bruceevans8837
    @bruceevans8837 3 роки тому +5

    Merry Christmas to you and your family Chris, thank you for all you do.

  • @Matt02341
    @Matt02341 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for the recap. I personally missed the squirrel 🐿 and the morning sunrise time lapse that reminded me of Hyrule mornings in Ocarina of time (but much much better)
    Glad to see you’re doing great and nice heartfelt sympathies for those who really suffered this year.
    You are quite the inspiration and many happy adventures forward.

  • @AxeOverland
    @AxeOverland 3 роки тому +4

    Loved this episode! As I am looking at setting off on my own journey, this is a great look at your experiences, good and bad! I am a proud Patreon supporter of the channel and it continued to be well worth it! Thanks Chris and all the best to you and yours!

  • @The_Wood
    @The_Wood 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for bringing all of us along for the ride. I hope many more miles lay ahead for us to follow. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you, sir.

  • @rocksolidadventures184
    @rocksolidadventures184 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for all your adventures. I have followed along throughout them all. I hope to someday see a lot of the places you have been. Keep the content coming!!

  • @antoncrowley7342
    @antoncrowley7342 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you, Chris, for all the great content this past year. It always gave me something positive to look 4wd to (see what I did there). I can't wait to see more great stuff from you this coming year, happy holidays to you and yours.

  • @EPcleaner
    @EPcleaner 3 роки тому +2

    You have come a long way... may your travels continue to bring adventure and happiness. Thank Chris hope to see you on the trail.

  • @swikfors
    @swikfors 3 роки тому +4

    Great to see you’re back in our neck of the woods!

  • @nevcowpoke1482
    @nevcowpoke1482 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks Chris, can’t wait for what the New Year will bring. Stay safe!!

  • @roberth7894
    @roberth7894 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the fantastic look back, you've got some great footage and excellent memories. I've been watching since Big Bend and have much appreciation for your sharing of your journey, so amazing and much more to come!

  • @TaylorFeist206
    @TaylorFeist206 3 роки тому +4

    Congrats to you been watching for about two of those years I think! You have an awesome lifestyle and love the jeep!

  • @garyjones9784
    @garyjones9784 3 роки тому +4

    I’ve watched you from your nervous start, it just caught my eye. Having just watched this 4 yr overview it reminded me how incredible your life journey has been! Wishing you from London U.K. a very Merry Healthy Christmas 🎄

  • @JohnHMoore
    @JohnHMoore 3 роки тому +2

    Well done, Chris. Four great years!

  • @sierramantrvlnus
    @sierramantrvlnus 3 роки тому +3

    That was a great ride.
    Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into this video. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

  • @cselfie7234
    @cselfie7234 3 роки тому +2

    Great wrap up. Especially enjoyed following you thru Canada. Thanks for sharing.

  • @frankjacoby9460
    @frankjacoby9460 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your travels, I really enjoyed experiencing your early travels I had not seen before!
    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year !

  • @bernardcarpenter6949
    @bernardcarpenter6949 3 роки тому

    Chris your videos are a beacon of joy in these trying times. I can't thank you enough. I've been watching you for a couple years and you never disappoint. Have a wonderful holiday and new years.
    Look forward to seeing you again soon buddy.

  • @annehoffmann6250
    @annehoffmann6250 3 роки тому

    Chris that was a thoughtful and interesting journey you took us on...personal and genuine as always...stay safe...have a splendid time off...

  • @nvrgrwup60
    @nvrgrwup60 3 роки тому

    Thank you for showing this insight into your adventures from the beginning and the fantastic journey you've included us on !

  • @kidgokuxl
    @kidgokuxl 3 роки тому +3

    I remember all of these trips. Very enjoyable! See you next video 👋

  • @richardplunk3910
    @richardplunk3910 3 роки тому

    Thank you Chris looking foreword to the new year be safe and “keep it on the dirt “

  • @timpeterson3605
    @timpeterson3605 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for sharing your experiences with us. I enjoy seeing your videos.

  • @dannypalmer8990
    @dannypalmer8990 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much I have missed these videos so much.

  • @chuckzechman7390
    @chuckzechman7390 3 роки тому

    Merry Christmas Chris! Thanks for the compilation. It was fun to see some of your earlier adventures before we started following you and to review the past two years we've been following. Safe travels in 2021 and God Bless!

  • @davidkihn770
    @davidkihn770 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for anther great video of the past years adventures and travels. They were all great and is good to bring them back at the end of the year. You have traveled to so many beautiful locations in this past year. David from the Gold Country of California.

  • @bobk.1428
    @bobk.1428 3 роки тому

    Been following you since day 1 and haven’t missed an episode yet. Thanks for the walk down memory road and as always, for the great content. Safe travels

  • @bryanseverino3674
    @bryanseverino3674 3 роки тому

    From the looks of the review, I started watching the end of 2017. Look forward to a new year of travels. Thanks for sharing the adventure with us!

  • @nwpia
    @nwpia 3 роки тому +2

    I loved this episode! Chris, you are doing an awesome job. I'm really looking forward to your 2021 season.

  • @joshleal9811
    @joshleal9811 3 роки тому

    Thank you Chris for this 4 years of adventure. Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and your love ones.. will see you back in January. 👍👍🏆

  • @cmliphone
    @cmliphone 3 роки тому +2

    Great video Chris and well worth the wait. I hope you have a wonderful holiday.

  • @conniewaite1996
    @conniewaite1996 3 роки тому

    I have watched you from the beginning,everything twice.enjoyed it all.Thank you and Merry christmas.you are blessed

  • @mikelesage8757
    @mikelesage8757 3 роки тому

    Your video adventures over the last four years have always had an emphasis on the adventure of new seeing places, the sites and sounds of those places, and an element of realness that no other overland channel has. You are the best. Keep up the great work. Happy Holidays to you and your family.

  • @markschneider962
    @markschneider962 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for what you do chris

  • @martinforrester8249
    @martinforrester8249 3 роки тому

    Loved this catchup video Chris. I love your off road travel wherever you are. Really exciting for an English oldtimer from Shropshire to experience those amazing, wild places. Long may you stay continue your travels, staying safe too !

  • @MrRemphoto
    @MrRemphoto 3 роки тому +3

    Incredible. Really nice summary of your adventures!

  • @richardpayne9249
    @richardpayne9249 3 роки тому

    Chris, I've followed your channel from the beginning. Every time I think your vlogs cannot get better you surprise me and make them better. Your adventures, video work, narration and sense of humor are phenomenal. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours. Thank you!

  • @marksgotshots
    @marksgotshots 3 роки тому

    Chris, so happy this evening to tune-in and see your most recent video. I missed your weekly episodes. You're certainly right about 2020. It turned out radically different then I could have ever imagined. I look forward to following you in 2021. Happy Holiday and have a wonderful New Year.

  • @jasonvassallo6677
    @jasonvassallo6677 3 роки тому

    Very nice to see compilation of your 4 years. I been a follower since close to beginning and enjoy all your content! Look forward to 2021 and what it brings! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

  • @jayfoster5756
    @jayfoster5756 3 роки тому

    THANK. YOU CHRIS! I hope you and your loved ones have a great holiday and New Year.

  • @markb9347
    @markb9347 3 роки тому

    Awesome recap Chris. Loved reexperiencing the parts I've already seen, but even more the parts I've never seen. Merry Christmas to you and yours, and all the best in 2021! The best is yet to come.

  • @toadakit9838
    @toadakit9838 3 роки тому

    Hello Chris! Thanks for the recap video. Capturing your journey weekly is what I look forward to view. Here's to many safe adventures ahead. Recharge for the exploring ahead. Best wishes.

  • @cynthiaraftus7599
    @cynthiaraftus7599 3 роки тому +1

    Yes I agree with Eric, Please dont feel bad !!! We love watching your Vids, thanks for the flash backs !!! Merry Christmas and Have a wonderful New Year, Looking forward to the New Year

  • @nickward3827
    @nickward3827 3 роки тому

    Great recap Chris, I have been playing catch up since July, watching through the years, it is awesome to see how the episodes have evolved. Looking forward to following you through 2021...

  • @41GarageandGrill
    @41GarageandGrill 3 роки тому

    Congrats on 4 years! It's obvious you put a lot of work and effort into your videos. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @justinfoy7514
    @justinfoy7514 3 роки тому

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Chris. Look forward to seeing where 2021 takes your adventure!

  • @kevrap1
    @kevrap1 3 роки тому

    May both of you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Look forward to seeing you in January.

  • @duncdunc76
    @duncdunc76 3 роки тому

    Such a Great Chan! You Sir do an awesome job! Thanks So much for sharing your adventures with us viewers here on UA-cam!

  • @johnwalker3263
    @johnwalker3263 3 роки тому

    We love following along on your adventures!

  • @OLinUnix188
    @OLinUnix188 3 роки тому

    Fantastic recap! Thank you for taking the time to put this together for us!

  • @TheTrakker
    @TheTrakker 3 роки тому

    Chris,
    Your schedule is flawless. The marrow of adventure is in unexpected circumstances. With that comes variations of all kinds.
    Keep up the fantastic work. You certainly deliver the best of the best in my humble opinion.
    Stay safe, continue the adventure, and most of all have a
    Merry Christmas! We'll be looking forward to next year.

  • @tacoburn5198
    @tacoburn5198 3 роки тому

    Great recap Chris! Very fun to watch. Thank you! Happy Holidays.

  • @apsfst69
    @apsfst69 3 роки тому

    Awesome video Chris! Thank you for what you do. Looking forward to the next one!

  • @vince4316
    @vince4316 3 роки тому +1

    AWESOMENESS...Straight Up...Look forward (hopefully) to early Saturday coffee and Venture4WD vids! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family

  • @jacksak
    @jacksak 3 роки тому +1

    I just finished viewing this spectacular video, one of the best I've seen since I've been on UA-cam. I hope you have a great holiday season and a happy, healthy, adventuresome 2021.

  • @joeyworld6824
    @joeyworld6824 3 роки тому

    Looking forward to your first episode of the year. Always good to see you, enjoy all your videos. Take care and stay safe my friend....

  • @bobmasters1678
    @bobmasters1678 2 роки тому

    This is a special recap . . . what an awesome film

  • @mikeprodanov6765
    @mikeprodanov6765 3 роки тому

    Hello. I started following you about a year and a half ago... great to see your earlier episodes summary. Wish you a Happy Holiday season and a Happy, healthy and exciting New year. Look forward to more great armchair backcountry traveling with you and, hopefully more so, with your lovely companion.

  • @timryder5557
    @timryder5557 3 роки тому

    Chris, thanks for sharing your experiences with us. You stur the adventure in all of us. God's speed and safety follow you 4wd. Peace.

  • @jwiesinger
    @jwiesinger 3 роки тому

    Happy Holidays, Chris! We look forward to your adventures in 2021. Safe travels.

  • @mikelangan2707
    @mikelangan2707 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you and Happy Holidays!!

  • @ricksandfort8836
    @ricksandfort8836 3 роки тому

    After watching the video of you talking about the loneliness of life on the road, I am glad you found someone to share adventures with... keep up the great work - I'll keep watching

  • @kwmoore3464
    @kwmoore3464 3 роки тому

    I've become so used to your weekly posts that I thought that something serious had happened. I'm glad that everything is okay. Man, what a great video! I've been following for longer than I realized. This is such a good way to finish the year. None of the overlanding videos that I watch appeal to me in the way that yours do. Stay safe in the weird world that we now occupy & I'm looking forward to next years videos. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.

  • @OverlandGeneration
    @OverlandGeneration 3 роки тому

    Happy Holidays! Thank you for this video! What a journey it has been!

  • @scottbungay5351
    @scottbungay5351 3 роки тому

    great video to end the year ,its been entertaining following you around this year, you make some awesome videos. cant wait to see where 2021 brings you ,be safe out there . Happy new year !

  • @stephenhankey688
    @stephenhankey688 3 роки тому

    Very best Chris to you and your family, and everyone else who watches these great videos, Manchester England.

  • @bobdemichele1542
    @bobdemichele1542 3 роки тому

    Adventure on Chris, stay safe, always enjoy your adventures. Until next year!

  • @jazzhiker1
    @jazzhiker1 3 роки тому

    Chris, your videos are absolutely excellent. It's nice to see that you were in my neck of the woods where I play, the Canadian Rockies and the eastern slopes. Greetings from Edmonton, Alberta

  • @bobbleheadwil5400
    @bobbleheadwil5400 3 роки тому

    Hands down, the best Channel here on UA-cam. Cannot wait until January 9th, to see what you have planned for us this upcoming year. Happy holidays to you Chris, safe travels.

  • @gregstoller1229
    @gregstoller1229 3 роки тому

    Wonderful job sharing your experiences with us. I wish you well. Take care

  • @robertrhode6104
    @robertrhode6104 3 роки тому

    Hi Chris. I think I was riding with you on every one of these episodes, but it was so great to sit down and relive them all again.you have been such an inspiration for an old guy alone in Morgantown. Sorry we didn’t connect when you were home. Please keep blogging and be safe. Have a safe and healthy Christmas and New Year! God bless. You friend in Pennsylvania. Bob

  • @alexandregh.3831
    @alexandregh.3831 3 роки тому

    Very nice recap. You have a really good eye for photography and filmography. This is great work. Thank's for sharing and making us travel with you. Especially in this strange lockdown covid year. Take care & can't wait to see your next adventures in 2021. 🙂

  • @philgriswold2133
    @philgriswold2133 3 роки тому

    Merry Christmas to you and yours. That was a great trip down memory lane and I look forward to riding along on many adventures in 2021.

  • @swissyodelbear
    @swissyodelbear 3 роки тому

    very nicely presented summation of 4 years, to you and your partner, happy new year and safe travels....

  • @leejoycechung2162
    @leejoycechung2162 3 роки тому

    Love your videos Chris...you go places where most 4x4 Class B RV can’t go. Totally awesome! Merry Christmas and a better year in 2021!

  • @mikehoffman3690
    @mikehoffman3690 3 роки тому

    Amazing four year adventure. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to some normalcy in 2021 🤞🙏

  • @seanmiller140
    @seanmiller140 3 роки тому

    Fun to see those trips again. I discovered your channel in the spring of 2019. I soon decided to backtrack to your first video, and quickly caught up. I haven’t missed a video since. Easily my favorite channel to follow.
    Happy Holidays to you and your family Chris! OIIIIIIIO