Winter Vanlife | Got Stuck In a Foot Of Mud

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  • @victoriadecarlo9734
    @victoriadecarlo9734 Рік тому +22

    I kept saying "Ryan, don't forget that chair" you never listen to me. After you picked up your shovel and mug lol, you left your yellow traction grid on the side as well. Thank you so much for taking us with you and sharing. Stay safe out there. ❤

    • @shadesofdeegray
      @shadesofdeegray Рік тому

      Me too😂😂😂

    • @Sinjin_Sayre
      @Sinjin_Sayre Рік тому +3

      Same, he never listens to me either! So rude, Ryan! 😂

    • @amischair
      @amischair Рік тому +3

      I know, right??! We’re just a bunch of “mama hens” 😂😊❤

  • @HARDCHARGER6578
    @HARDCHARGER6578 Рік тому +168

    Always solid to have people willing to stop & lend a hand.

    • @Cm0773
      @Cm0773 Рік тому

      He never returns favors tho.. smh

    • @forestt1276
      @forestt1276 Рік тому +6

      @@Cm0773 he cant just build a bar on that hill to serve the guy, besides the man who helped has somewhere to go anyway

    • @icalaci
      @icalaci Рік тому +5

      @@Cm0773 well at least he can pay it forward

    • @ryancollins3227
      @ryancollins3227 Рік тому +2

      Its why i always try to have a tow strap in my Excursion

  • @theathjr
    @theathjr Рік тому +100

    Ryan always do a walkaround prior to leaving your campsite. You could have avoided that whole debacle. As a 30 year ups veteran it is instilled in my brain to always pretrip my vehicle inside and out. Safe Travels Amigo.

  • @nicolletaylor424
    @nicolletaylor424 Рік тому +123

    I definitely see you hitting 1 million subscribers by the end of the year, so excited to witness your adventures and opportunities and everything that comes your way. As always be you, and be safe

    • @sickb0y333
      @sickb0y333 Рік тому +1

      I’d like to second this 👍🏻

    • @HARDCHARGER6578
      @HARDCHARGER6578 Рік тому +1

      😍

    • @thesuperiorspyderdan9470
      @thesuperiorspyderdan9470 Рік тому +5

      He won’t hit a million. Single men doing this normally get about half that and plateau. Unless you get a hot woman selling T&A for a thumbnail, a million is hard to reach it seems.

    • @syb181
      @syb181 Рік тому

      @@thesuperiorspyderdan9470 hes got a gf

    • @eardey
      @eardey Рік тому

      @@thesuperiorspyderdan9470 then explain how Mav got 2 mil while being a "single" man and does not have a "hot woman selling T&A for a thumbnail"?

  • @HeatherBDentureDiVa
    @HeatherBDentureDiVa Рік тому +13

    1:30 am in NY and binge watching you. Bc of chronic pain I don't sleep much or well. I find your videos an amazing distraction from my hell. Thank you for all your efforts and easy to listen too and journey with you! I hope you had a great time with your GF! Stay safe and Healthy ❤

  • @magedojo
    @magedojo Рік тому +10

    I'm enjoying these so much. Literally just finished the last one, and this one popped up.

  • @guyfmcarolina968
    @guyfmcarolina968 Рік тому +2

    The fact that that big van is front wheel drive is mind blowing.

  • @LittleKitten007
    @LittleKitten007 Рік тому +10

    I like how you show us how van life actually is unlike the other UA-camrs who always just act like it's always amazing

  • @drcdrdoct9864
    @drcdrdoct9864 Рік тому +6

    Glad to see people helping those in need. Hope he checked out your videos to see that you're kinda becoming a big deal. Thanks good samaratin for helping. Safe travels.

  • @business2985
    @business2985 Рік тому +2

    His videos are so peaceful and mind refreshing, I love it

  • @jro1919
    @jro1919 Рік тому +1

    Bro, I introduced my dad to your channel. We watched a couple of episodes and he said, "That's a talented young man. Life has changed so much and it's cool to see young guys making the most of it."

  • @Blackwater_House
    @Blackwater_House Рік тому

    Always Carry Recovery Gear.
    First things I purchased after Buying My Car were Car Alarm, 80 Channel UHF CB Radio, Driving Lamps, Reversing Lamp & Recovery Gear.

  • @rustybros
    @rustybros Рік тому +5

    Luckily the camp spot has a few people driving thru. You should get a towing winch installed on your van so if there is a tree or a giant boulder nearby, you can winch yourself out.

  • @YouTubeTyler
    @YouTubeTyler Рік тому +2

    "To fill you up with power, life's both sweet and sour." -The Sugar cubes
    Mud happens. RIP chair.
    Great to see your highs and lows, though we hope for lots more of the former than the latter.
    Travel safe. Stay healthy.

  • @georgesmith8113
    @georgesmith8113 Рік тому +5

    Dang….as soon as you left that campsite I was saying that you forgot your chair. Glad that it wasn’t too bad and that you got help. Good on the guy that rescued you.
    Great video!
    👍👍👍👊😎

  • @willjon005
    @willjon005 Рік тому +2

    Currently stuck at work because of a tornado, I appreciate the upload soo much

  • @jeffd200
    @jeffd200 Рік тому +3

    Wishing you safety and success in your journey. Thanks for bringing us along. You live an inspiring and self sufficient lifestyle.

  • @speakthetruth414
    @speakthetruth414 Рік тому +3

    I got stuck and stranded in the desert when a dirt road turned into sand. It's was over 100 degrees. Luckily about 30 minutes later someone helped pull me out. I reversed out of that area and never put myself in that situation again. I only do paved roads now.

    • @speakthetruth414
      @speakthetruth414 Рік тому +1

      I'll never forget the panic that kicked in. It's a sick feeling. In the middle of nowhere. I thought nobody would drive where I was stranded.

  • @T_track
    @T_track Рік тому +5

    My only advice about driving in the north western snow is definitely get snow tire shoes/ chains if needed. If not it's all about driving slow. Also pack up on windshield wiper fuild because salt and mud mix makes it hard to see when it builds up on your windshield. But at the end of all of this just take your time.

    • @tonyborrill1789
      @tonyborrill1789 Рік тому +2

      A lot of the highways here in British Columbia require snow tires, or at least M+S with good tread in the winter. If the police pull you over (they have random stops all over the place checking for proper tires) and you don't have good tires at best you'll get a ticket, at worst they'll tow your vehicle for not being suitable for the conditions.

    • @T_track
      @T_track Рік тому

      @Tony Borrill dang that is crazy good to know now if I ever go up there. Thanks for the tip

  • @Reto_21
    @Reto_21 Рік тому +13

    I just wanna say that I only found your channel just yesterday and I love your content. Something about the van lifestyle is just so interesting and so fun to see you experience. If things end up needing to get pushed a couple months, I'd say do it. I can hardly see the downside to a couple more months of vanlife content haha. Keep doing you brother!

  • @bobsegii
    @bobsegii Рік тому

    Snow absorbs sound. Makes for peacefulness...

    • @Ryantwomeyy
      @Ryantwomeyy  Рік тому

      Ahhhh very interesting, didnt know this

  • @Dan-hb5iy
    @Dan-hb5iy Рік тому +1

    Hey Ryan yea youre right you should bump your trip back a few months the snow is bad. Have a safe trip happy traveling

  • @Masonsylvestre
    @Masonsylvestre Рік тому +4

    Idk how you make every video entertaining. Never a miss, keep on pushing Ryan!

  • @kawma23
    @kawma23 Рік тому

    I’ve binge watched every single video. Your awesome ‼️

  • @MoreCowBellBBQ
    @MoreCowBellBBQ Рік тому

    If you have the funds, I would have the van looked at, you've been putting on lots of miles, and those dirt roads with all the bumps and vibrations will lose bolts and line clamps; at the standard tire garage will perform this task for about 100/150 dollars to look over a van like that and make sure everything is still tight, you hate to lose a hose or a linkage drive over a bolt that worked itself loose on those dirt roads. I have driven vans and trucks across the country and learned the hard way about checking these things; when they go, it costs much more money to fix.

  • @MudPig6110
    @MudPig6110 Рік тому

    One thing that I wish I would have done when I was in my 20s living in crap apartments was vanlife type setups. Rent, plus utilities was rough, didn't leave much for fun. Saving money, having an interesting setup would have been fun. Of Course 20 years ago there was no cellphone wifi to run a computer. Had a palm treo back then that was pretty cool,. but certainly nothing to write home about. Maybe I could have read a lot. As for getting stuck on the backroads, can't recommend a winch setup on your front bumper more, get one with a longer cable and have two straps and a pulley on hand. Anytime you get stuck all you have to find is an anchor point (tree, rock, etc..) and you can pull yourself out.

  • @sikpig7302
    @sikpig7302 Рік тому

    You need snow tires and in your case mud and snow with studs . You’ll never make it in the cariboo never mind past that also. If you aren’t comfortable driving in that mud good luck when you have mixed compact and black ice

  • @afterlifeproductions9374
    @afterlifeproductions9374 Рік тому

    Even the clouds you guys got over there are beautiful.

  • @leahandjessica
    @leahandjessica Рік тому +2

    I would be so anxious if my van got stuck in the mud but you seemed very calm! I’m glad people were able to stop and help you out though:)

  • @jtrafinchick
    @jtrafinchick Рік тому +1

    busiest gas station you ever been too.... i guess you wasnt at buc'ees in daytona after hurricane ian lol. love your videos. one day i hope to do it myself! til then, living my dreams thru your videos. Thanks for all the time spent creating them!

  • @dr.joint4204
    @dr.joint4204 Рік тому

    megatron tip, don't know if it's a pro one but you could put the snow in a pan, let it melt in the van and you can do the dishes with that, or as it is snowing you could try and catch it somehow and try to let it melt for the water

  • @awp_shazbot
    @awp_shazbot Рік тому +1

    From AZ, and yeah it's been pretty crazy with the snow & stuff glad you got out I always try to help when I see someone stuck since I got a truck!

  • @matrixtamu4433
    @matrixtamu4433 Рік тому +2

    Busiest gas station??? Surely you’ve stopped at a Buc-ee’s! 😂

  • @BillllfulNostalgicInclination
    @BillllfulNostalgicInclination Рік тому +2

    I kept looking at that chair saying you better put it in the van or you'll forget it.

  • @ScienceofLifeMS
    @ScienceofLifeMS Рік тому +1

    Go to Buccees! Loves is great! Thank goodness you had an angel help you out of the mud. Travel safe❤

  • @alexjpoulin
    @alexjpoulin Рік тому +3

    I live at mile 0 on the Alaska highway in Dawson Creek, BC and the roads here are still terrible. We were hitting -37C still just a few days ago. It's hit or miss each year. After May long weekend there should be a pretty safe bet for no snow. Offroading during spring in the north here is generally a mess.

  • @peterdemm1
    @peterdemm1 Рік тому

    Wow lol I made the same dish just before watching your video! Was yum, and it was for din))
    And what an amazing ppl around there helping out🙏

  • @tatersaladfpv1033
    @tatersaladfpv1033 Рік тому +6

    Have you ever shared your monthly expenses for van life? I would be very curious to try and gauge things out. Love the videos!

  • @everythingautomotiveeta5839
    @everythingautomotiveeta5839 Рік тому +1

    Consider hitting Vegas again SD LA LBC Pavific coast hwy up California Portland Seattle etc all again I know but we would love it and it buys you time

  • @DigitalBruh
    @DigitalBruh Рік тому

    Thoughts after watching this video.
    A lesson learned turns into wisdom earned.

  • @USAMontanan
    @USAMontanan Рік тому

    The roads to Alaska and northern Canada are the ONLY roads so you will see EVERYBODY that passes that way if you get in trouble. Just have to be careful when you drive off the main road. The northern roads have plenty of roadside camping along the way and roadhouses are frequent. I personally wouldn’t go to the far north until closer to the summer solstice to really enjoy the midnight sun

  • @sy1-0
    @sy1-0 Рік тому

    Recently my motorbike has been having some issues where it straight up died in the middle of the road. Its in the shop now but all the way where it died to the actual shop near home I had other people on bikes stop and help me. They'd put their food on my passenger foot rest and just push me as far as they could. They'd take time out of their work days to help me like that and there's nothing quite like the feeling of community you get when people make that effort.

  • @davemenard5089
    @davemenard5089 Рік тому

    Truck House Life - a veteran of that drive up to Alaska. Not easy drive but he’s doing it in winter

  • @cherylmeadows2651
    @cherylmeadows2651 Рік тому +2

    Hello Ryan. I’m new to your channel but so glad I found you. Love your content, down to earth commentary and look forward to your ongoing adventures. 😄

  • @thelazyislanderr
    @thelazyislanderr Рік тому

    Here since 150k, really getting totally invested on your longest trip.

  • @MichaelSmith-ms3jw
    @MichaelSmith-ms3jw Рік тому +5

    Glad you're rethinking your time frames on the trip. Seemed a bit... ambitious, given that most of the more interesting routes lie in areas covered in snow until May. I rode my motorcycle from Boise ID to the coast of Oregon in April once. Blizzard conditions on the passes made for a memorable ride, and not in a good way.

  • @vanessahenry7238
    @vanessahenry7238 Рік тому

    Some of came from a generation that we do what we can when we can - because we want to, also knowing that the karma is good for them as well for us! Ryan stay safe!!

  • @DoutorBreja
    @DoutorBreja Рік тому

    Shout out to Steve!!! What a nice guy!! Cheers!!

  • @lauraslanesvanlifetravels
    @lauraslanesvanlifetravels Рік тому +1

    Since you're headed back down south if you get anywhere near Palm Springs I highly recommend, weather permitting to go to Whitewater preserve it is a gem of a place it's a campground it's got beautiful water and trees and mountains it's absolutely stunning you can camp there for several nights if you want for free... It's right near the windmills

  • @coffebeansrv
    @coffebeansrv Рік тому

    Yes! Another video, new experiences and scenic views. Love to see different perspective on how to live in a van. Its fun to watch and its very interesting. More content about your adventure

  • @fredfleming8905
    @fredfleming8905 Рік тому

    Best to travel safe...watch the weather. I will be watching wherever you head or as long as it takes. Totally enjoy your videos.

  • @budchestnut9303
    @budchestnut9303 Рік тому

    Install a front, hitch mounted 7500 LB winch, with wiring front and rear hitch portable. You can always get out using a split Block off a tree, stump, boulder or another vehicle.

  • @SpyderWoman7
    @SpyderWoman7 Рік тому +4

    I've never been, but have discussed a trip to Alaska with friends and heard some of the warnings about that road. When you do go, Ryan, do the research and be safe.
    Cliq, he tried. Send the man another chair 🤣

  • @prayer2odin326
    @prayer2odin326 Рік тому +2

    I'm currently on my way to get that chair I have the coordinated direction and I'm going to sit in it, drink a beer, leave.

  • @reesee6420
    @reesee6420 Рік тому +1

    I dig the montage and tunes!!!!🎉

  • @BmEoAdSeT
    @BmEoAdSeT Рік тому

    snow dampens background noises.
    The reason snow is so good at absorbing sound waves is due to its structure. Snow is made of ice crystals, which have space between them. These open spaces absorb sound waves, creating that serene quiet that happens right after a snowstorm. One study found that just 2 inches of snow can absorb 60% of sound waves.

  • @Steve-ec6ed
    @Steve-ec6ed Рік тому +1

    "we just pulled 3 girls out"
    did she just low key roast you?...😂

  • @MiloDeCaluwe
    @MiloDeCaluwe Рік тому +1

    Been watching your vid’s for some time now, I just wanna say keep up the good content and safe travels🙌

  • @TylerVlogsDaily
    @TylerVlogsDaily Місяць тому

    This is why I’d always get weather mats tbh so I’d just clean those and no mud all over the floor like that.

  • @shelbywilson8372
    @shelbywilson8372 Рік тому +3

    So glad you were able to get help to get out of the mud! Hopefully you can find a good car wash to clean your floor on the drivers side. Safe travels to you Sir🙏🏽✌🏽

  • @rajrai7815
    @rajrai7815 Рік тому +1

    I love that you mentioned British Colombia it’s where I’m from! You will definitely need snow tires on those highways it’s illegal not too have them. Also please come visit Vancouver BC

  • @yourveryowngenie
    @yourveryowngenie Рік тому

    Take your time man, the content is great and BC is beautiful in May

  • @ryan.pena.
    @ryan.pena. Рік тому

    Your videos help me out so much, thanks a lot for the consistent uploads.

  • @FallingWaterAdventures
    @FallingWaterAdventures Рік тому

    After many, many, many thousands of off payment miles in vans over the last 20 years. Here are a few suggestions.
    1) Maxtrax recovery boards. They're longer than your current set. More stable as well.
    2) A kinetic snatch rope. 30 feet should be fine.
    3) A set of soft shackles.
    My current Promaster also has a three inch lift, off road shocks, a front skid plate and rear sumo springs. I've also driven across country over 50 times. Been tn Key West an driven to Prudhoe Bay. You shouldn't have problems in Canada but the haul road can be tough.
    Finally look into waterless dishwashing. Many experienced vanners clean dishes with vinegar. I haven't had a sink in my van for twenty years. But you have to clean immediately before food dries hard. It's good practice and keeps your van more tidy. Good luck!

    • @FallingWaterAdventures
      @FallingWaterAdventures Рік тому

      I've also got an excellent set of K02 off-road tires as well. Won't go anywhere without them.

  • @MiguelLLJ
    @MiguelLLJ Рік тому +1

    When watching you go outside one last time I thought to myself "just don't forget the chair" and well... That happend haha.
    Nice video, cheers.

  • @kmarti49
    @kmarti49 Рік тому +1

    So to answer the question on why that truck stop is so busy, its likely one if not the last gas station on i-40 in AZ before you get into Cali. so everyone stops there to fill up before having to pay the higher prices in Cali. You should come back to Havasu or even a little farther south to Parker AZ in the spring/summer months so some colorado river time. and yes it will be hot, but the River helps with that

  • @-...Patricia...-
    @-...Patricia...- Рік тому +3

    Such a beautiful area! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

    • @Cm0773
      @Cm0773 Рік тому

      These are not his.. he steals mavs videos. Go watch mav . Ryan literally takes all his content

    • @Ryantwomeyy
      @Ryantwomeyy  Рік тому +2

      I get this comment alot, I like his content but rarely watch his videos, what of his have i taken?

    • @-...Patricia...-
      @-...Patricia...- Рік тому

      @@Cm0773 Oh wow a joker. Don't lose your day job.

    • @-...Patricia...-
      @-...Patricia...- Рік тому +2

      @@Ryantwomeyy Ryan it's someone redirecting your subscribers to Mavs channel. You both have your own cool style and positive vibe. No need for that posters nonsense!

    • @pamelataylor412
      @pamelataylor412 Рік тому +1

      Ryan is Ryan and Mav is Mav. I love them both!

  • @cr257
    @cr257 Рік тому

    You can bypass the washer if you hand wash your own stuff. Just soak and rinse your clothes with laundry detergent and then run back inside and throw them in the dryer.

  • @e-deisel
    @e-deisel Рік тому

    Old school Roadkill®️ tip: upgrade to Mud and Snow (M+S) tires next time. They’ll even help 2WD vehicles with small obstacles like that. Also: a winch.

  • @TexasPanhandler
    @TexasPanhandler Рік тому +1

    Bro, feeling spoiled by the uploads; glad we get the story behind the forgotten chair now. Can’t wait to watch when I get home…which unfortunately isn’t in the parking lot lol

  • @redcronojm
    @redcronojm Рік тому +2

    i would recommend chained tires to combat the snowy lands.

  • @johndoe-zd9lb
    @johndoe-zd9lb Рік тому +1

    i told ya don't cross into Canada until at least after april 1st, and don't forget to fill your diesel heater tank before you leave loves. also once the mud dries you can buy a bristle brush and dust pan in loves that should get it close to cleaned up, then just a wet rag to finish her off

  • @bigblue1287
    @bigblue1287 Рік тому +1

    Basic CAMPING 101, melted snow = water to wash dishes... 😂🤣😅

  • @PrincePalmUwU
    @PrincePalmUwU Рік тому

    I LOVVVEEEE the no windows yesss!!!! I'am all for it.

  • @coryatlin3105
    @coryatlin3105 Рік тому

    Yeah the roads from Prince gorge north can be covered in snow and it can be very cold.

  • @Jecks106
    @Jecks106 Рік тому

    That dude who helped you out is a straight real one

  • @kadenyoumans9061
    @kadenyoumans9061 Рік тому

    this was the best thumbnail i’ve seen out of any of your videos. great work!

  • @ELEMNOP14
    @ELEMNOP14 Рік тому +1

    Me screaming “get your chair” every time I see it already knowing you don’t get the chair.

  • @Aynalwartz
    @Aynalwartz Рік тому

    Man what you do is living the dream!

  • @Rayward-vr6hi
    @Rayward-vr6hi Рік тому

    nice riding along with you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Aghunnit
    @Aghunnit Рік тому +1

    For a second I thought you were in Alaska already 😂😂😂 I love your vids keep up the good work👍

  • @SirMikeB
    @SirMikeB Рік тому

    Get some cable chains - that would save you and allow you to go over passes with snow. BTW totally agree to delay travel to Alaska a couple of months. If you can hit Fairbanks, Alaska around June 21, you will come across Summer Equinox celebrations and almost 24 hours of daylight. Should be easy to get up the Hall road then too.

  • @lochlainnmaguire9923
    @lochlainnmaguire9923 Рік тому +1

    You could maybe look into getting an off road wheels and suspension fitted to the van

  • @Alpha_whiskey96
    @Alpha_whiskey96 Рік тому

    Bro, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve stopped at the Loves at Exit 59 in Kingman! So nice to see you in my parts of the woods. Head up to Hualapai Mountains and go to the cafe at the top of the mountain! Great home eating

  • @TBTeams4
    @TBTeams4 Рік тому

    A real efficient product for your floor - shark vac/mop. I’d buy one as it works wonders especially with the dirt always on your floor.

  • @PoloDavey
    @PoloDavey Рік тому

    sometimes its a wonderful world we live in. god speed

  • @b0u1der3
    @b0u1der3 Рік тому +1

    So currently, theres a free chair at a campsite just outside of Sedona Arizona? Dibs. Keep up the great content brother. Love the videos

  • @TVTR7
    @TVTR7 Рік тому +1

    Nice video! As always. I hope you remembered your snow covered chair.
    *edit. Just saw that you forgot it. Bummer.

  • @mgsphenimaru
    @mgsphenimaru Рік тому

    Love the volume/music transition at 11:19!

  • @jocelynvincent3609
    @jocelynvincent3609 Рік тому

    Be careful out there, and thanks for sharing 🎉

  • @dennismastbrook2890
    @dennismastbrook2890 Рік тому

    Bro you make this look way to fun and your set up is awesome like a undercover studio

  • @floecizes
    @floecizes Рік тому

    Yoooo just came across you & noticed your from Maryland! I live in Carroll County & super dope to see you’re from the state! Adore you 💜

  • @tijoh03
    @tijoh03 Рік тому +2

    Since I have a Promaster, it's nice to see it's limitations. 😆 Glad you got out tho!

  • @meowmix3129
    @meowmix3129 Рік тому

    Nice video. Also nice to see you have traction boards.

  • @michaelfranklyn5660
    @michaelfranklyn5660 Рік тому +1

    Did buy a stack of paper plates,less dirty dishes!..👊🏿🇯🇲

  • @mikel3188
    @mikel3188 Рік тому

    Yeah that's graupel snow. Great video Ryan.

  • @princeD1100
    @princeD1100 Рік тому +1

    You must have anti-freeze in your blood to have the side door wide open to the freezing cold while sitting down eating your meal!

  • @alexanderostberg4567
    @alexanderostberg4567 Рік тому +1

    At 10:30 I see a ZYN package. Didn't know that the us had swedish snus

  • @nbstrucks
    @nbstrucks Рік тому

    I watch your videos on my lunch break awesome show/vlog 👌

  • @ameerzulkifli44
    @ameerzulkifli44 Рік тому

    "For me its a two hours drive, for you we're just gonna teleport there" ... says everything about us your armchair adventurer companions. Lazy bums. Haha. Still, we appreciate all the effort and muddiness you have to put up so we can journey with you.