STUCK AT THE BEACH | Hello Mexico // a van life series
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
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EPISODE 29 OF OUR VAN LIFE SERIES "HELLO MEXICO"
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After 6 weeks we've finally made it to the beach and BOY DOES IT FEEL GOOD!! We typically search for a great spot to stealth camp and dreamed that we would be able to sleep 😴 the night's away in Mexico right on the beach. POOF! Wish granted. This camp spot had a million dollar view without the price tag... only snag... we got our sprinter van stuck in the sand. Once that's sorted, we take you along our shopping spree as we hunt to restock our pantry and fridge with fruits, veggies and rice.
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Hi everyone!! We've just connected to WiFi and I'm doing my best to respond to some comments while we can. I see heaps of you are discussing our choice to collect a few plastic bags while doing our errands and I thought I would let you know that we do not buy garbage bags. Instead, if/when we need to collect waste from our van we will use bags from our shops. No one is perfect but we are happy with our decision to limit our garbage bag/plastic usage. ❤️✌🏽 Peace and love.
"Million Dollar Hotel"
"Million Dollar Van"
2 Dollar Parking job
Two things...first let some air out of your tires. And second, DON"T spin your tires...take it slow. Going fast just dug you deeper. But all good :)
Oh gosh. Always let a little air out of your tires when driving on sand!! I live on Nantucket and so many people get there cars stuck on the beach
Bingo....you tell em Brandi. That is the Only way!
Brandi Lynn True
what are the odds he has a pump ?
Thats really simple, if you don't have some sort of portable air compressor or a nearby gas station, don't drive in loose sand?
Fr tho, 10lbs of air in the tires will get you out of any sand
*TO E&B and MM's* I _love_ watching your videos. I check them out every night after work. Keep posting please!
Make it regularly. Non nano zinc oxide and coconut oil is all i use. Im super whitr super prone to burning and it works best on me cos it blocks uva and uvb. However i left it for a montb and then used it again and i burned. So it has about a week shelf life but i mix it as needed cos it takes all of 2 seconds and even im not that lazy.
Im actually going to start selling it this summer on my etsy page of u wna check it out. Its a new shop do my pictures are shit(but the products r still good lol) but im working on it. As of r n i sell a deodorant and a hair oil. Sunscreen and more all natural products to come
Etsy.com/shop/summersensible
U can google ratios. But i just eyeball.
RunFromHumanContacts - Yup! Those who do not live at the beach ... don't know! These 4 could get it IF they hang at the beach long enough to get some "acclimation"! Actually ... why not! They're not going anywhere more exciting ... Except to other super great beaches!
I love all natural things, but I'm still a little wary of homemade sun screen.. I use Sun Bum sunscreen - good ingredients, vegan, 👍
Yea, that's not aloe. Aloe has a more gelatinous consistency.
When driving in sand never spin your wheels as this will just dig deeper , slowly drive out after digging away most of the sand in front of tyres
You can put a rubber floor mat under the tires for traction.
It’s fun watch you two and MM. almost want to get a van and come hang out with you guys. 😃 wanna be happy? Hang around with happy people.
Coconut oil is good for saving your skin from the sun, but it is not really "sun screen."
Pretty off topic: is there somewhere I can find your chickpea salad recipe?
ems medik I think they've mentioned it in past episodes
You didn't give those two dudes a few pesos? Cold.
Souther farmers will go get their tractor, pull you out and not accept anything. Thanks and gratefulness should be enough. There's something called karma, you should live by.
lightdark00 You are a gem! Terrible punctuation mechanics and a complete misconception of the idea of Karma. It's nice to see fun people like you share their fun opinions!!!
lightdark00 "their greatfulness should be enough" but "being a spoiled brat goes a long way for Karmic energy"
Ned Langly nice to see someone who quotes me and gets the correct spelling wrong. As for punctuation, I follow English rules also having some commas denoting a pause.
lightdark00 You are a beam of light. A person everyone loves and respects. :-)
Would loooove to see you guys use reusable bags! If your produce is coming package free would be awesome to keep it totally package free :) also seconding the natural sun cream ask, would love to give it a go! 🙌
Julia Wylde awesome comment
Just wait for some awesome person to be like, "i'll crochet one for you guys" :)
Laurel Hervert as they live in their van there's no excuse not to have a reusable bag always handy. Crocheted out of something natural and strong.
Hi Julia! Thanks for your comment. As I mentioned earlier, Eamon and I only use plastic bags from shops if/when we need to collect waste in our van. We do not buy garbage bags and feel like we're doing our part 😌
I'm actually crocheting plastic bags into reusable bags! No joke! 😂😘✌️
The secret to getting out of sand or snow is to invest in a good pair of sand ladders! a must for any even semi-serious adventurer... :-) (just dont stand behind them when you use them!)
Kiehl's makes a mineral based sunscreen, I have never tried that one exactly but I have tried some of their other sunscreens and those are great.
Another fun vid! Happy times kids❤️can't wait for the next! 👍
you guys should get this MAXSA Escaper Buddy Traction Mat (Set of 2) for Off-Road Mud, Sand, & Snow Vehicle Extraction Orange
Love you so much. Crack me up. Deeper into the night. Lol.
In my opinion there's no natural sunscreen that will protect you from that kind of sun. I've done some experimenting but nothing was satisfactory. And then I went on a yachting trip and saw what all the cool rich yachting people were doing: they're wearing surfer shirts!!! Seriously, that changed my life. I wear a surfer shirt and a hat. Still need some sunblock to protect exposed parts but much much less than before. Opinions as to the stylishness of my ensemble differ (I have been told I look like a dork). But hey I don't care. I'm protecting my skin from the carcinogenic sun, I'm limiting my exposure to the nasty chemicals from the sunblock and I'm keeping waste to a miniumum, as I've had the shirt for years.
why dont you get a inflatabile bag you put under the back axle and connect the exshoust and in infates lifts the back end up and out the hole its a good peace of kit to have love you vids and great content
sorry it is called the Bushranger X-Jack.
Stuck at the beach is a wonderful problem to have. I'm stuck in Toronto... :(
Brockashocka I wish I lived in Toronto:)
Trust me you don't. Unless you want to pay obscene rent prices to freeze your ass off 8 months out of the year.
Id be "don't bother digging me out, i'll stay here by the beach forever"
Brockashocka Wynne is the devil
Doug Ford is even worse.
I think aloe vera is not oily in texture. Lol! That could possibly be citronella.
How to make a natural sunscreen coconut oil food grade shea butter all natural Half & Half of both works for me I've been using it at the flea market for years now and I get sun poisoning really easy good luck ladies and gentlemen
You wish that is your wife bro
I love you guys so much! Thank you for another video!
Lmao at the bug repellant! Just try to stay out of the sun, wear a hat, and use lotion AND aloe Vera after you go out in the sun. Lavender oil is AMAZING on burns! I get sunburned so fast an hate sun screen, so I've just learned not to overdue it.
What was the makeup of dinner? Thanks for showing what's for dinner. Not all beaches are for driving on. If you had a compressor, you would take a little air out of your tires. Then when you get on a solid surface reinflaite your tires to the recommended pounds per inch. Learned this off of Roll With It Bus!! Scott & KJ are pulling a jeep behind their bus and were recently someplace that had a driveable beach. The was so hard that it didn't get displaced. FYI
I use coconut oil as sunscreen! May not be as effective in Mexico though. :)
Everything you guys eat I crave 😭 you guys need to leave me some recipes in the description thanks!😂
where is that swim suit from?!
Becky Wisniowiecki don’t do it Becky, those high cut swim suits are the most unflattering style ever. I lament their return MOST MEN WILL AGREE ! PLEASE STOP THE TREND IT MAKES U LOOK BAD.
bec looks great and literally nobody cares if men like it or not
I love that suit too :P
Becky Wisniowiecki its from maajiswimwear
Becky Wisniowiecki The 80's
I use coconut oil that I mixed in some lavender, but that is for casual sun exposure. I use the real stuff when on vacation in Hawaii cuz I do not want a sunburn to ruin my time. I also just have long sleeved cover shirts and wide brim hat so I dont have to keep applying sunscreen. But I have a darker complexion and use a very little bit once I get a base tan going on anyways. Sorry I couldnt help you any better than that. Have fun kids and cover that burn up for a few days to let it heal. PS I live in Alaska so tanning is minimal in regular life, LOL
Apple cider vinegar can be used for sunburn. I used it on a bad sunburn that I thought would blister and it didn't. Probably shouldn't put it on blistered skin though.
Christian = Lobster
Trinity is being a bad girl lately Coco butter and baby motion my kids never burned
For Bec:
Homemade sunscreen with aloe vera and coconut oil
1/4 cup coconut oil (has an SPF of 7)
2 (or more) tbsp. powdered zinc oxide.
1/4 cup pure aloe vera gel ( must be 50 percent or higher pure aloe)
25 drops walnut extract oil for scent and an added SPF boost.
1 cup (or less) shea butter for a spreadable consistency.
Just remember when stuck in the sand. Low and slow.. keep front wheels straight and ease on the gas and try not to spin the tires...it will walk out.....you can rock it. But if you spin you dig quick...
that little wife bit was sooo cute and sweet. legit just got this notification and hopped right on over. cant wait to get on the road with my girlfriend. seriously hope to someday run into yall!! love you guys!! keep having a bitchin time!
omg noo, guys take care of your skin. Get some aloe vera, the plant, don't buy the oils. Also love that you are speaking so much more spanish!!
I'm laughing my head off. I was thinking that stuff in the bottle looks like olive oil they're going to burn up tomorrow. Oh well that's some damn good bug repellent. I'm so glad you guys are having fun.😎
See if you can buy an Aloe leaf there and cut it open and pulse it in your blender till it looks slimey or just use it directly from the leaf. It works better than aloe lotion in the bottle.
I am so glad you guys are having fun! I love the way all of you take any adversity so well. I wish you all a great rest of your trip. 🤗
Thanks for your kind thoughts and words Elizabeth!!
Oh you guys, say yes to the coconut oil next time. BEST THING for sunburns!!! Much love xXx
But it has almost nothing to help, it helps you get a darker tan. I'm sure Shea butter will blow you away with what it does for sunburns, insect bites, itchy skin.
As a big fan of women's soccer, I have gotten to know a lot of famous, World Cup/Olympic athletes. One of them, Leslie Osborne, collaborated with other women to start SWEAT COSMETICS, which has among other products, a natural cover up that has sunscreen, for the active female. I bought some for my mom, cousin, and sister. Check them out.
You guys don't have a van you have legitimate struggle bus sheesh
So I know I am late to the game... haha. BUT if you get burned again.... Vitamix a potato or two or three. Then rub it on you and let it dry on you. IT IS AMAZING!! SERIOUSLY no pain, no itching.
RAW ELEMENTS!!!! It's amazing all natural sunscreen especially for your face. Your face won't burn and if you have your best friend to apply it to your back, then you'll be all good. :)
Sunbum is awesome!! It doesn't feel super sticky and it's a great company. On the pricier side but worth it.
In one of your videos you guys asked for suggestions on peoplewe would love to see you guys meet up with or do something with and I just wanted to suggest -the nomadic movement- I would love to see the four of you guys together!
We use Dr. Mercola's sunscreen for the kids. It's a bit expensive, but effective. And if you're only needing SPF 10, I like avocado oil. I have not tried making my own, but zinc is the ingredient that blocks the sun. I am so living vicariously through you guys right now.
I want to one day drive my van all the way to Ecuador well actually I would be happy to make it to Panama and then put it on the boat but my question is the following. I am in Hispanic, or should I say Ecuadorian, and I know the dangers of traveling through places like Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador. How do you manage and not getting robbed, killed, raped, extorted. I'm talking about dealing with gangs and cartels. Maybe since I miss panic and you guys are a little bit lighter than I am you have a different experience. Please let me know and be specific thank you
Oh man, best video yet. I died laughing in the break room at work.
HAHAH so happy to bring some laughter to your day!! Thanks for watching Sarah and don't work too hard ❤️
SPF60 minimum is recommended for Mexico, the sun is hot down south, especially for us Canadians...aka pasty whites
2:46 Kinda surprised a Canadian would do that. Like snow the more you spin your tires the more you dig yourself in. You want to ease yourself out, if you slip you let off immediately reverse the transmission and rock in the opposite direction and keep doing it. But never ever spin in any circumstances, it will never get you out. 6:57 Check out EWG.org's skin deep. They rate many sunscreens and cosmetics for toxicity. Aubrey and badger is good. I've used badger, works excellent, even makes your skin better but it is oily and hard to wash off, lots of soap, so experiment around.
Also, you can keep a couple 1"x 6" boards about 4 ft long. You dig out the front part of your rear tires and put the 1"x6"x 4 ft boards in front of the rear tires. This usually works if you didn't completely bury the car/truck. Just a thought.
Scram: when u have no spf 50 try using bug 🕷 🐜 🐛 repellant Aloe for the burn - Owey ! Lol. Too funny , the guys really are glistening like the vampires of Twilight. I love watching U guys 🍉🍋🌱
For under $500 at harbor freiht you can buy a nice winch and a movable receiver style mount. Install a 2" receiver in the front and rear and you can always winch yourself out! I have the 12,000 Lb rig on our diesel truck because i do not have 4WD. I have used it many times! I see a post out in front of you that would have you out in a coupe of minutes! Ciao!
I can see clearly, you guys look like burnt gringo tomatoes ! ! ! Eamon looks beat up by the sun LoL ! Im sorry ! I had to write that , i genuinely had a chuckle , i couldn't help it , i feel like that serious sunburn happens to everyone at least once in there life time , if not more then that ! Everything is all fun! La-di-. da-di. -da intill the burning redness sunburn appears and feels unbearable... Not so fun any more , lol when it happened to me. i weirdly couldn't help but to laugh it off because the sunburn wasnt going any where for awhile (especially if that sunburn is still enduring more sun exposure, oh no! ) You guys! I hope Your skin feels better once sunburn subsides. Keep up with that sunscreen so it doesn't get worst!
Banana milk!
One frozen banana add water and blend!
Fresh every time.
Pour it over your cereal
Add nutmeg and drink it like milk.
It raw it fresh no worries about additives.
O my gosh I know I keep saying this! Please forgive me for saying it one more time!
You shuld convert your van to 4 Wheel Drive and run with 35 inch tires (ie; Super Swamper TSL Boggers) slightly deflated when running on a beach.
Time for some MaxTrax. More of something that offroaders use but works good for sand and snow. Don't want people mistaking my sprinter for a beached whale.
I hate using sunscreen as well because I don't like using anything chemical on my body, but I live in Rio de Janeiro and I have little melanin, so I can't run from it. So I've researched before about natural homemade sunscreens recipes and what I found is that it isn't very safe. Unfortunately I think the best is to find a brand that you like and buy from them, cause when we make them at home we can't be sure of the factor etc etc. Try researching a bit about the safety of it before you try and do your own recipe! (I'd love to be proved wrong though!!)
" 1 million woman" So she is up for sale now?
anything for salinas
This video is a perfect example of why my next van will be a 4 x 4 with a wench on the front. I hate getting frigging stuck. I also have a self contained battery jumper and AAA.
Be careful with sunscreen in Mexico. I used to live in Puebla, and I found that some of the cheap sunscreen had bleach. Definitely worth getting name brand sunscreen from the US.
Hey guys I was checking out your chai company and was wondering your take on honey. I know this is a huge controversy right now between vegans. Also wondering what kind of chelsea boots you guys own. Blundstone?
His guys I'm watching your videos, I notice you loading up with clean water all the time, what are you doing with the gray water? keep videos coming.
Quick question: Back in the day, the Volkswagen van was the way to go. Why not a Volkswagen? So, silly. #GoodTimes
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I know I'm late but I found this sunscreen recipe 🙂 I'm sure Bec would love it!
For future reference white vinegar on a soft towel or rag on a sunburn is the cure I use and I’m a pasty ginger. It’s cheap and it’s such an amazing feeling when you’re burned. Aloe is nice but honestly the vinegar will draw the heat out.
You walked around all day in the Mexican sun without your shirt on. What are the chances you might get overexposed? Never mind.
Speaking of the MM, where were they while you were stuck at the beach? Vinegar takes the sting out of a sunburn FYI.
sunscreen by la roche posay is really good. I don't know if its up to your standards but I personally have very sensitive skin and never had an issue with it which is why I believe it to be pretty good. Its more on the expensive side but definitely worth it!
You have a diesel, they are fuel stations, not gas stations.
I use pure Shea butter for tanning in the sun. The main thing is know your limits, and learn to feel them. But I time myself in the sun when tanning according to the UV until I get a dark tan.
I know that The Honest Company has a pretty good zinc sunscreen Most zinc sunscreens in general though are a pretty safe bet.
Next time,just put some wood or rocks in front or behind the wheels for grip,it ain't rocket surgery. . 😉😊
What you needed that night was the homeopathic remedy called Cantharis for burns and scalds! A natural post burn remedy rather than a natural sun block ;)
My mom used to mix Maizena with water or milk for sunburns
And remember was better than aloe vera since this is preventive and maizena to cure the burns. Correct me please if im wrong
Eamon is hilarious 💙 love him, so cheeky! Lovely couple you are x 🌏 x
I used peanut butter on my face & it seemed to work quite well. No burns on the areas applied. Get a bit tired of the aroma - but very good for the skin I believe
Raw Elements and Seventh Generation both make organic sunscreens. Y'all need more aloe on those burns!
Jack it up before you burry it, put the rocks/logs under the tires. Lower the rig. Giver!
Kiss my Face Sun Screen!! Love it
Don't dress and act like gringos if you want "local" pricing. Learn the language.
I made a sunscreen with coconut oil carrot seed oil and raspberry seed oil all of which have natural spf and of course all plant based
😂 SO shiny! Wow 😂 I hate sun burn, makes me miserable 😜
What is your chickpea recipe guys? Try putting a towel in front of your tyres for grip if yous get stuck in the sand again!X
I love the Baby Bare Republic sunscreen. It’s natural and doesn’t make me break out!
Great one guys, if you have a pump onboard it helps to blow the tyre down a bar it helps with traction in the sand, no spinning slowly does it nicely 😊
here is an idea i have seen on another show ids that you can take a ratchet strap and a small 2 to 3 foot 2x4 for each rear tire and you should be able to get out of mud sand and snow just a helpful tip ! put the strap through holes in the wheels.
when in sand air down your tires helps you float better and get a folding shovel
Gorgeously green or Sophie uliano has a plethora of recipes for homemade beauty products
Looks like a pretty good time. Minus being sun burnt.
I make sunscreen with zinc and essential oils! Let me know if you want the recipe :)
use the rubber floor mats out of the front cab for under the rear wheels.. will drive out easy..
Would love to see you using reusable bags and produce bags instead of plastic.
yeah!!
agreed!
YES!!
And maybe hook an oxen to the van for propulsion to cut down on pollution!
Dirk Richmond ox fart therefore create ghg lol
Sure, but it's organic!!!! Unless maybe they were eating Cheetos, then all bets are off.
It sucks when he cuts her off and you can see on her face it bothers her. Like why talk over her in the outro?
Why did you say, 'Check this excrement out bro!.' 1:22 ?
next time you get stuck try putting rocks under the front of the tire so that it can have something to grip onto