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  • @GeoffWoodfield
    @GeoffWoodfield Місяць тому +1

    tip for lighting fire, cotton wool with some vaseline on works every time.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      Will have to remember this for next time thank you 😅

  • @EllieLunn-u8p
    @EllieLunn-u8p Місяць тому +1

    Loving the vlogs keep them up!! From R, F and A 😊 x

  • @philkfoto
    @philkfoto 18 днів тому

    Lighting your fire in woodland, look for lichen some people call it the old man's beard. It is light grey and it grows on tree branches and the trunks. This lichen is fantastic to light a fire as the resin in it is inflammable.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  16 днів тому

      Brilliant tip thank you 🤩 will keep this in mind for next time! Or maybe we should just remember to bring fire lighters 😅😂

  • @lesleyjoanne782
    @lesleyjoanne782 Місяць тому +1

    In that situation absolutely the right thing to do as a bigger dog can do so much damage, after two recent issues with other bigger dogs that is what I do and did this morning in fact! You gotta advocate for your dogs especially in that situation xx

  • @marterlew
    @marterlew Місяць тому

    So pleased for the pair of you

  • @catL156
    @catL156 Місяць тому +1

    Aww another great video, wee Jet is just adorable 🥰 fingers crossed for your Visa's 🤞🤞🇮🇪❤️

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you soo much - I know hoping we hear back soon! ❤️

  • @Jonshome337
    @Jonshome337 Місяць тому +1

    Great channel guys, love the content good luck with the visa !

  • @philkfoto
    @philkfoto 18 днів тому

    When I saw the ebike box saying Hitway it took me back to last year. Then when I saw the bikes, they were the same as mine. But what I did not realise it was so heavy when folded to lift into my car boot. I am 75 and have lumbar spinal stenosis, so I had to sell it. I have replaced it with my own design. Bought a standard folding road bike a Dawes Jack. Then added a Yosepower ebike kit to it. This now only weighs 17kg without the battery attached, so easy to lift. Better still this motor is in the front wheel so the bike is more evenly weight balanced. Also it has 5 power levels, 2 more than Hitway. I want to use it off road so added country tyres with anti puncture liners. Bought the largest battery to give me up to 60 miles on eco.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  16 днів тому

      We didn’t actually use the folding feature much as we have the bike rack so maybe next time we will just get regular bikes with larger wheels! Sounds really cool though!

  • @pepperpot542
    @pepperpot542 Місяць тому +2

    Once you get in europe it will be loads better ,cater more for van lifers,loving your journey 😊

  • @bigtoe333333
    @bigtoe333333 Місяць тому +2

    Great vid guys, love following your travels!
    I live on a boat and cycle to shops etc almost daily throughout the year, and my advice would be get some panniers you can clip on and off the bike quickly. They'll keep the weight lower down so its more stable.
    Mine are Ortlieb Back-Rollers I think. Not cheap, but these things are a mainstay for your lifestyle, and you'll be using them most days for the next few years - an absolutely brilliant bit of kit for shopping cyclists.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      Yes we were thinking about getting those! Unfortunately we had our bikes stolen recently 😢 if we are able to get bikes in the future we will look into them

  • @brianpoole6717
    @brianpoole6717 Місяць тому +3

    Silver birch bark 🔥

  • @StevieDCC
    @StevieDCC Місяць тому

    I’m obsessed with the outdoor boys haha, just as a found them they went to a video every two weeks was gutted having to wait 😂

  • @steveastles9944
    @steveastles9944 Місяць тому

    Love your videos, when you were trying to light the fire as you panned out I noticed on the tree was a black fungus( I believe it's called king Alfred's cakes after the king that burnt the cakes), anyway this is a great fungus for 🔥 lighting, in the old days they would light it and then keep it in a container until they need it again as it would just smoulder for long periods.
    I hope you have success in your van life adventures.
    I've got an old disabled school bus that I've converted lol

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      No way!! We actually tried to take one off the tree and light it but it didn’t work very well! That’s really interesting! Thank you so much! Amazing - have you taken it abroad?

  • @jenf2856
    @jenf2856 Місяць тому

    Loved that vlog, made me laugh 😂❤️

  • @andrewkedian7244
    @andrewkedian7244 Місяць тому +1

    Hi guys love the video s have a lovely week 😊😊😊

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      Thank you Andrew ☺️ how’s your weekend been?

  • @dianoroveri8089
    @dianoroveri8089 Місяць тому +1

    We did a 8month trip to Europe. France is very good for Aires as you may well know. It will be getting chilly though and they do sometimes switch off the water in case of freezing. Head towards the med for milder conditions. Spain is great but busy by coast. There is loads to see inland. Infact we loved it, but be aware Spain is very mountainous so be ready for snow in winter.Campsites often close off season in france. Get a heated mattress topper now you have good batteries! Lots of different water fittings for the taps as they can be different. The expanding hose pipes are good to take.different gas connectors for lpg if you have a refillable one. We had grip mats and chains if we got stuck (even in mud) not sure if this is feasible on a RV?

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      How did you stay for 8 months? Did you have a visa?
      Yes we are looking forward to seeing how Europe is compared to the uk as all we have heard is that it’s so much better!!
      Oh gosh didn’t think about them switching off water taps!
      We have the Europe lpg adapters but not got tap ones yet!
      Will have a look at what we will need for the tyres thank you 🙏🏼

    • @victoriart95
      @victoriart95 Місяць тому

      ​@@ToKnowFreedomyes I am back in the UK, been here 10 weeks and I can safely say France is certainly better, sorry brits. Food is expensive but it always has been and the quality is so much better. Its very seasonal and prices match, Aldi is rubbish and Lidl is popular but no cheaper than any of the bigger supermarkets to be honest.
      Every village in my area has free park up spots for up to 2 nights with waste disposal areas. I live in the Vienne, between poitiers and limoges and it is cold now, but the temperature really drops in January, thats when you want to hit portugal and Spain I would say.
      Municipal campsites which are cheaper wont be open now till april but if you have batteries you can park up anywhere for the night, I lived in a Unesco world heritage site village St Savin 86310 and the village next door had a park up but people were often parking for a night or 2 on the town square and nothing was ever done, just be respectful of peoples houses and private parking and you'll be fine, you'll love it.
      Oh and PS, if you hit France on a Sunday be aware everywhere shuts at 12pm, even the supermarkets so be prepared and always check out shop times on your phone before heading out and plan your journeys as a lot close for 2 hours in the afternoon but all at different times, 12.00/12.30/1.00
      Enjoy and try to get off the beaten track in both France and Spain, there are some fantastic hidden gems out there.

  • @askkev
    @askkev Місяць тому +1

    Yes you guys ❤ could you make a little part of your video to explain how your funding this life and how you will earn moving forward? Your plans, goals, hopes for YT
    Keep safe. Love watching
    Kevin ❤

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks for the support Kevin ❤️ we have a video on our channel named “how we make money online while travelling the world” which may answer a few of those questions, but we’ll try to add it in the videos also ☺️

    • @askkev
      @askkev Місяць тому

      @ToKnowFreedom I'm catching up on your videos 😜 I watch Nate & Kara so I hope your channel goes from strength to strength like theirs did.
      Best wishes.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      @Kevin-v5i5g aww thank you so much! We have not heard of their channel before but just looked it up so will definitely watch some of their videos! 🥰

    • @askkev
      @askkev Місяць тому

      @@ToKnowFreedom Little Advice. Take it or bin it, but, reach out to these other vloggers guys. All the van lifers, try make as big a circle of contacts as you can and then your channel will grow as you meet up and do little vlogs together. That's how many of these 1 million plus subscriber channels did it pal.
      Anywhere is better than Easterhouse so enjoy. I've got the dreaded Monday morning butterflies due to work in morning. So be grateful and proud of your choices. ,🙏

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      @@askkev great advice! We’ve not really made connections with anyone yet but it’s something we would love to do! And as you say it’s a win win getting to know people with similar values and getting exposure to each others audiences!
      Oh god trust me I know that feeling too well and I often remind myself of that feeling whenever I get stressed about this lifestyle!
      The great thing is you have the ability to change it if you believe in yourself 🥰

  • @Cheekymonkey1
    @Cheekymonkey1 Місяць тому

    Good night Fern and Micheal i love watching your you tube videos on your you tube channel
    I hope both of you and the dogs are well and are you enjoying your adventures in your R v
    please keep safe and warm and keep up your good work up on your you tube channel
    cheers all

  • @TheHillsExplore
    @TheHillsExplore Місяць тому

    OMG can't believe you had to get through that window, good job you're small 🤣 Keep us updated on the visa application as that's very interesting to get an extended stay out there. Those bike lights are crazy bright 😳. Great vlog as always, safe travels

  • @johnshaw4140
    @johnshaw4140 Місяць тому

    Those bikes look cooooooooool , good luck with your visa's . My mum & dad were Irish , so I have an Irish passport plus my English passport which makes life so much easier since Brexit

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      Unfortunately we recently had the bikes stolen!! Thats the dream 🙌🏼

  • @jamestaylor8984
    @jamestaylor8984 Місяць тому

    Good luck guys hope it all works out well with the visa stuff. All the best from the Scottish Highlands :)

  • @kickboxer4340
    @kickboxer4340 Місяць тому +1

    Guys, you need to get better locks for your bicycles. These skinny cable ones are rubbish. I’d advise you to get angle grinder proof locks. Litelok d-locks are the best on the market.

  • @harrysmith846
    @harrysmith846 Місяць тому

    Keep up the good work peeps 🎉

  • @jenf2856
    @jenf2856 Місяць тому

    Howling at fern climbing out that window 😅😅😅

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      😂😂 could have ended a lot worse 😅 just had visions of a faceplant

  • @Bin-The-L-Plates
    @Bin-The-L-Plates Місяць тому +1

    Loads of varied interest in the video, and makes for a great video. Interesting stuff about the bikes, maybe show more content of your 'adventures' out n about on them. Get a plastic crate or box to store your shopping in, much more secure than a shopping bag. As for close passing by other road users, it's a minimum of 1.5m gap which is around a car width anything less I'd have no problems reporting to the Police, so fit some bike cameras. You can often prevent vehicles overtaking you on bends or places where you can see it's not wide enough by taking up a wider position away from from the kerb, it's called the Primary position. I'm sure here's loads of UA-cam videos to watch so you can get some info and gain confidence on the road.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed the video ❤️
      Great advice thank you!!

  • @ShaliDino
    @ShaliDino 26 днів тому

    Hi there please see my comment yesterday about taking a dog to Morocco - we did it earlier this year and you must get the titre test certificate and written into the EUvpet passport otherwise Spain/EU won't let you bring them back in. Loving your vlogs ❤

  • @Simon-tk4cf
    @Simon-tk4cf Місяць тому +1

    have a good look at new dover park and ride Canterbury for long term parking until your paper work comes back, its a no brainer parking there, security cameras and only £4 per 24 hours, waste, water included

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Wow that sounds great will definitely check it out thank you 😊🙏🏼

    • @Simon-tk4cf
      @Simon-tk4cf Місяць тому

      @ToKnowFreedom from a Scot 2 a Scot, so you know it makes sense lol

  • @joebo3059
    @joebo3059 Місяць тому +1

    Starlink very recently introduced a 2 month limit outside your home country in their roam plans. You need to upgrade to a very expensive global priority plan for unlimited time abroad. It’s a problem for travelling now.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      We didn’t know about that will see what happens during our 6 month trip!!

  • @lindacummings8489
    @lindacummings8489 Місяць тому

    You could get your shopping online and get it delivered to camp site 😊

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      What a smart idea! Why didn’t we think of that 😅

  • @catherinejones6250
    @catherinejones6250 Місяць тому

    I agree with you on the dogs if they don't recall, then they should be on a lead. If a dog came after my dog, I would pick it up .

  • @Vandaloo-Adventures
    @Vandaloo-Adventures Місяць тому +1

    I love how you guys pronounce the Schengen zone, never heard it said that way. I always smile.
    Another great vid. Ever since Brexit they have made it as difficult as possible, it's their way of getting us back for voting the "wrong way". All the best as usual.

  • @JackJones-n6l
    @JackJones-n6l Місяць тому

    Another great video guys I have watched you from day one and every video you’re going from strength strength I have just passed my HGV last Friday class 1
    So I am thinking of doing what you have done but not for a few years As I want to save up for a big winobalgo I really hope you get ur visa please keep us up to date
    Best wishes
    Jacko Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ❤

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you soo much that means a lot!
      Congrats on passing your test - did you do the test with the intention of getting this style of van or do you need the licence for something else like work?
      That’s very exciting - so far we have absolutely no regrets so can only say go for it 🥰

    • @JackJones-n6l
      @JackJones-n6l Місяць тому

      @
      I done it for both work and van life I only hope I will be as happy as you too. ❤️

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      @JackJones-n6l you will be Jacko ❤️ follow the feelings and do what’s right for you 🙏🏼

    • @JackJones-n6l
      @JackJones-n6l Місяць тому

      @
      You too are so lush. So inspirational thank you so much ❤️

  • @CharlesChapman-q2n
    @CharlesChapman-q2n Місяць тому

    as i know you are saying that most camp sites are closeing for this time of year but would it be a idear of looking for none camp sites as like drive in big lay byes or some were in the country out off main town areas

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Yes we much prefer doing that too it’s just at the moment for having access to London and whilst we are waiting on things being delivered to us that we are trying to stay around towns!

  • @DesmondsDonders
    @DesmondsDonders Місяць тому +1

    I never heard of someone breaking out of a van LOL.

  • @chankz
    @chankz Місяць тому +3

    It's only easy if you come here by boat!

  • @CharlesChapman-q2n
    @CharlesChapman-q2n Місяць тому +1

    think you need a big cup off coffee keep on the happy faces as you know you got this dont stress out

  • @dewalddelange3502
    @dewalddelange3502 Місяць тому +1

    France has the most international tourists of any country, which was 100 million in 2023. The internet does not say whether this is non-EU visitors. France would not know the number of EU tourists because there is no border checkpoint, unless they count hotel bookings. That is 270,000 visas approved per day.

  • @chrisc2668
    @chrisc2668 Місяць тому

    Get rucksacks for your shopping. Much easier when on a bike 🎉

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +3

      We had rucksacks as well the bag was our overflow 😂 I think we need to get those pannier bags for either side of the back bike wheel

    • @chrisc2668
      @chrisc2668 Місяць тому

      @ToKnowFreedom Good idea 💡

  • @avajenkins2998
    @avajenkins2998 Місяць тому

    I posted this as thought Michael might find it useful, as he uses nose strips 😁 xx

  • @BB-rm3pc
    @BB-rm3pc Місяць тому +2

    Hello. Please invest a small amount of money in some good mics. You sound a little distant and harder to hear than some of the youtubers who have good mics. Darren from Urbanmotorhome seems to have brilliant equipment.
    All the best. I'll be back when you mic up

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      We have just purchased dgi mics but at some points during this video we were just using the dgi osmo pocket. Thanks for the feedback though!

  • @stevenkinton7914
    @stevenkinton7914 Місяць тому

    I would pick my dog up as well

  • @cliffordmillington8021
    @cliffordmillington8021 Місяць тому

    Another great video guys hope you get your visas the problem with this country is they would rather have foreign people 👍

  • @carolekavanagh2276
    @carolekavanagh2276 Місяць тому +1

    Is Jet a Boston or a Frenchie ?

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      He’s a Frenchie ❤️ we have had people ask this before though as he is a bit smaller than most frenchies!

  • @jenf2856
    @jenf2856 Місяць тому

    ✨Cronions ✨ 🤣🤣

  • @NomadsNest1UK
    @NomadsNest1UK Місяць тому

    Have the visa office gave you an estimated date for approval? I just got my Irish passport and they kept my English one for 12 weeks (not trying to scare you, your only asking for a Visa so hopefully quick) but I couldn’t understand why they kept my English one for so long,once they saw it why couldn’t they return it. Great video again guys 👍

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Oh gosh, they estimated around 2 weeks so just hoping that it’s not longer than that, 12 weeks would be an absolute nightmare, an Irish passport would be so ideal

    • @NomadsNest1UK
      @NomadsNest1UK Місяць тому

      @ No I’m sure a visa should be quick . You don’t have any Irish grandparents or anything? Some Countries are offering Nomads visas for 12 months at a time, I think Italy and Greece. But you two seem resilient I’m sure you’ll work something out.

    • @bobmckayfreedom
      @bobmckayfreedom Місяць тому

      Didn’t know England had its own passport

  • @steveybhoy1986
    @steveybhoy1986 Місяць тому

    Dogs should always be on a lead regardless.I have a cane corso and she’s not great with other dogs,Hence always kept on lead

  • @mramsey123
    @mramsey123 Місяць тому

    Let Michael rant haha

  • @steviembaker
    @steviembaker Місяць тому

    Just be careful fanning the flame by blowing on it….I know from bitter experience the tiny burning embers tend to head for your eyes. Very painful if it lands inside eyelid and takes forever to heal after a visit to medical help 😕🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️. Enjoy your vlogs in the RV. Jet has the best character 😆😎. Fern your comments on how cars behave around cyclists is so true…….Can be very intimidating. If drivers rode a bike they would appreciate their actions better.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      Oh gosh that sounds horrible!! ☹️ thank you 🙏🏼 yeah he’s got such a funny little personality!!

  • @bobbybreslin6698
    @bobbybreslin6698 Місяць тому

    They say not to pick them up, but if my girlfriend didn't pick up our frenchie when a dog come running over I don't think my pup would be here today

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      EXACTLY! We unfortunately seen a horror story in London with a wee chihuahua and a German Shepard in a scenario exactly like this. Scarred me so taking 0 chances

  • @petermacdonald9076
    @petermacdonald9076 Місяць тому +1

    OK just to say. partner had her electric bike stolen outside asda. with hinsite should have known she had a lock like yours which came with the bike the boltcroped the thin lock off the police don't do any thing when reported. so she has a new bike and I have one. JUST TO SAY THEY COST A BITT OF DOSH. SO NOW HAVE TWO GOOD DLOCKS WITCH ARE HARDER TO CUTT AND STEEL YOUR BIKES

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Yes very good point as unfortunately there are some not very nice people out there! We will get better locks 😊

    • @J.A.Madventures
      @J.A.Madventures Місяць тому

      @@ToKnowFreedomand lock around the wheels too, as some just take the wheels! They use hand held portable angle grinders for strong locks 😤

  • @pboperations
    @pboperations Місяць тому

    TRUMP 2025! Think for yourselves guys

  • @Watches_Radios
    @Watches_Radios Місяць тому +5

    The Visa anxiety could be another one of those Brexit Benefits ! They are sure stacking up now. Crazy country

    • @dawid8844
      @dawid8844 Місяць тому +1

      As they are 'digital nomads' they can apply for a residential visa in Spain or Italy and stay for 5 years prior to being able to apply for permanent residence.

    • @Watches_Radios
      @Watches_Radios Місяць тому

      @ Yes it’s certainly a way forward but being a new business I would think accounts from previous years would be required. They could also look at the Non Lucrative Visa if they have the funds to prove worthiness. Going back to my previous comment - Brexit was a pointless exercise for the UK, there are no benefits for the normal working citizens, unfortunately it was all built on lies. It’s just sad people have been imprisoned by others who didn’t understand the consequences.

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому

      Yep what a shambles! 🤯
      We hope to apply to the digital nomad visas in the future after owning our business for longer as you say ❤️

  • @mramsey123
    @mramsey123 Місяць тому

    Totally agree with you Michael with the interview making you feel like a criminal when trying to leave this dump of a plaice to travel for a bit is really dumb. If only they where this hard on getting in eh enough said.
    Keep up the videos and stay safe. Michael Newcastle

  • @bowman7296
    @bowman7296 Місяць тому

    No need for the swearing, stopped watching your video

    • @ToKnowFreedom
      @ToKnowFreedom  Місяць тому +1

      Probably best you do buddy, it’s in the Scottish vocabulary 🤷🏻‍♂️ 👋

    • @bowman7296
      @bowman7296 Місяць тому

      ​@@ToKnowFreedom just live not far from where you stayed, so truly Scottish

    • @J.A.Madventures
      @J.A.Madventures Місяць тому

      @@bowman7296they’re man made expressive words ..for a happy time and a stressful time and just general chat… if you want to avoid them…you’ll need headphones this day and age. Best learning not to be offended ..makes life easier for yourself …less confrontational or stressed 🌈✝️🕊️