Left The Island To End Up At Walmart. No Camping Allowed On The Beach

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  • @mattshortsle7948
    @mattshortsle7948 8 днів тому +29

    That is the answer, yet it takes some sort of income to be able to live that style of life

    • @VANCITYVANLIFE
      @VANCITYVANLIFE  8 днів тому +37

      NO. Stay at your Job. You can still drive to somewhere nice after work and have this moment too

    • @VanMoose22
      @VanMoose22 8 днів тому +6

      ​@@VANCITYVANLIFE I do. And they don't mind me parking on site once in awhile

  • @racquellevias9297
    @racquellevias9297 8 днів тому +49

    Your tribute to Disco had me in my feels.😢. He was a sweetheart ❤❤❤. Van life forever Chrome!🎉🎉

    • @suzyrock1368
      @suzyrock1368 8 днів тому +3

      Same here! Had me looking at my past videos and pics of my 20 year old Chihuahua and 17 year old Miniature Schnauzer. I was in tears! The sun sets way too early now!

  • @PattisArtInnaVan
    @PattisArtInnaVan 8 днів тому +49

    You find the most epic places to hang out!
    It was so special to see sweet Disco in yesterday's vid.✌✌👍

  • @Campingandfishingwithandy
    @Campingandfishingwithandy 8 днів тому +57

    Bro I’m 41,some people think it’s crazy I want to live in a van…but the ones who know the real me,they are the ones telling me to go for it! I’m super pumped for my future full time van life! I car camp part time and absolutely love it!

    • @nomaderic
      @nomaderic 8 днів тому +12

      @Campingandfishingwithandy yea im in my mid 30s. All the people that were close to me support me living on the road. Everyone else thought I was crazy and even a "bum". Oh well. This is my life

    • @weswarren5987
      @weswarren5987 8 днів тому +7

      Winter five with no power no heat, AK and MT. It’s way worth it

    • @nomaderic
      @nomaderic 8 днів тому +4

      @@weswarren5987 why don't you go down south like everyone else?

    • @weswarren5987
      @weswarren5987 8 днів тому +6

      @@nomaderic from the far north

    • @sassynomad5804
      @sassynomad5804 8 днів тому +5

      ❤❤

  • @Monyornothin
    @Monyornothin 8 днів тому +32

    I'm sure many people have told you this but you are the one who inspired me to commit to Van life I was living in my pickup truck you might remember me sending you the video like 5 years ago! Anyway you inspire many people. We're all one big family now ❤️✌️😎

  • @deesmith7880
    @deesmith7880 8 днів тому +32

    This is my first time commenting 😊 I am a part-time van-lifer. When you made the comment that life is better with a van parked in the driveway, I started nodding vigorously. I get away in my van as much as I can. It has made my life so full; given me space and freedom when I need it; and peace and quiet when I crave it. It has made me feel so secure within myself. Even though I own a home, there’s something in the knowledge that if I have my little house on wheels, I’m going to be ok xx

  • @TheSmallsRVAdventures
    @TheSmallsRVAdventures 8 днів тому +21

    Van life makes us all happy. Chrome you are an inspiration. That van changed your life and so many others. Thanks for sharing.
    -Ricky

  • @rickcooper156
    @rickcooper156 8 днів тому +19

    I'm 56 and thanks to watching and learning from Chrome, I've been living happily in my SUV for the past 6 years...
    If Chrome's BEAST is as big as a Bathroom, then I guess mine is a Broom Closet!
    😅😅😅

  • @valeriaproductions
    @valeriaproductions 8 днів тому +24

    I started living in a 24’ trailer. I now live in a truck camper and I love it! This is also my 8th year!❤

  • @noras.5355
    @noras.5355 8 днів тому +36

    I love your shop. I love your van. I love the business you're developing, I love Emi, I love Cruzzie, I love your channel and I love YOU! Why the hate?? Because they're just haters, and that's what haters do! They gripe and complain, they always find fault. They're just miserable folks. Easy does it Chrome~

    • @BigV96220
      @BigV96220 8 днів тому +7

      I Totally Agree with everything you said 200% Kudous👏

    • @sharonoldham4374
      @sharonoldham4374 8 днів тому

      I think it's hard for some to accept change.

  • @RetroRoams
    @RetroRoams 8 днів тому +20

    The ocean sure is beautiful there.

  • @jaynesledge1927
    @jaynesledge1927 8 днів тому +19

    I'm super excited I'm getting my 1st Van soon🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @margaretyourchuck6417
    @margaretyourchuck6417 8 днів тому +43

    I don't get the jealous questions regarding your shop. People: let everyone be who they be and peace comes.

    • @BigV96220
      @BigV96220 8 днів тому +2

      Here Here well said 👏

    • @zinadenny236
      @zinadenny236 6 днів тому

      Busy Busy Busy vanlife

  • @catherinecreamer5431
    @catherinecreamer5431 8 днів тому +24

    I live in my van when work doesn't give me a hotel. Family & friends don't understand, but I am never renting or owning a real home/apartment ever again.

  • @sillylala
    @sillylala 8 днів тому +3

    I sleep better in my van than any other place in my life. My nest, my home, my peace and my freedom. You were a huge part of this, thank you.

  • @nailazion3113
    @nailazion3113 8 днів тому +11

    Hey Chrome and Cruz....love yesterday's video.....Disco Forever......

  • @Vanlife_with_brandon
    @Vanlife_with_brandon 8 днів тому +11

    I couldn't have said it any better moving into a van has been the best. It has had its ups and downs but rather live in a van than sticks and bricks. Stay weird my family stay weird. As I say in my videos we are a weirdo nation and a weirdo family. Thank you chrome and Cruz for introducing me to vanlife

  • @richardthibeault7796
    @richardthibeault7796 8 днів тому +10

    woop woop i did it i got the van

  • @Fishingfoodvlogs
    @Fishingfoodvlogs 8 днів тому +7

    41, I will be buying a van this year and moving in full time. Watching Chrome now since the beginning of his journey and it legit looks like an awesome lifestyle, it’s got its ups and downs but it seems to bring some real joy to life. Who wouldn’t want to wake up at the beach or down by the river! Cheers Chrome and thanks for the awesome content as usual.

  • @rayvernon3534
    @rayvernon3534 8 днів тому +5

    71 years old& starting
    Lol been shitting in a bag on occasions. Long trip to a portapotty oh starting out from New Jersey U.S.A
    Got big Agnis for an early Christmas present
    Better than my bed. Even got Xmas lights inside. Merry Christmas to all.

  • @danvanderknaap3401
    @danvanderknaap3401 8 днів тому +3

    I'm 61, and started my permanent mobile living journey in June of this year. Not exactly van life...not wanting to give up my Jeep (which I lived in for three and half months 2 years ago), I converted a 5x8 cargo trailer to haul behind it. I'm not sure how long I can do it full time, but I don't see "settling down" anytime soon.

  • @philipallen2777
    @philipallen2777 8 днів тому +7

    Beautiful day

  • @michellelivingstone904
    @michellelivingstone904 5 днів тому

    Just found your channel friend. You are a real joy, i love your dog and i love your silver boots! With you all the way x

  • @jackschitt5970
    @jackschitt5970 8 днів тому +10

    Hey Chrome just want to remind you don't forget to fix the exhaust hanger remember your exhaust was up high and hitting the body

  • @lulumiller1104
    @lulumiller1104 8 днів тому +7

    🇬🇧🦋we only live once , I love the vibe of vanlife …. Can be in touch with magical moments , know one knew would happen like the beautiful sunsets . I loved seeing Disco yesterday , I forgot to pop a comment down … made a few tears fall , but happy tears as he had a fantastic life , Disco certainly was a Disco Ball , much missed but not forgotten 🐾 💕

  • @1LEGATATIME
    @1LEGATATIME 8 днів тому +5

    Hey Godfather, you’re beginning with epic. Your energies just bleeding through my screen. Thank you so much for what you do for all of us. Weirdos unite!❤

  • @rangovanlife
    @rangovanlife 8 днів тому +6

    Exactly Chrome, you are so right . Having a van even just to have some special moments makes a big difference in life, I speak from personal experience. 🌹👋🏽

  • @TeriDuncan8049
    @TeriDuncan8049 8 днів тому +3

    Bought my van!!! It was right up the road and priced right, a Roadtrek, kind of wish I'd waited to find a high roofed van to get Andy's package put in! I'll keep my sticks and bricks for the first year! You Chrome and others made me aware of this lifestyle ❣️❣️❣️

  • @DoubleGChargo
    @DoubleGChargo 8 днів тому +3

    I built out and have lived in a cargo trailer I self converted five years ago. I’ve put aside 25-30k for a new build and I’m thinking I’d really do better in a van now. Thanks for your channel.

  • @mojosmindfield
    @mojosmindfield 8 днів тому +1

    Yes, I’ve been living in my van for nearly 10 months. It’s had its fair share of struggles but I have such a cozy little home and I love it!

  • @rickcooper156
    @rickcooper156 7 днів тому +1

    A 2004 Toyota Highlander has been The Answer for Me for the past 6 years!
    And she crossed A HALF A MILLION miles on her this past year. I'm so Happy and Proud of my Micro Home!!!

  • @malloryphillips
    @malloryphillips 8 днів тому +5

    thank you for all you do. I look for your videos every day. You have my heart.

  • @herenthere420
    @herenthere420 8 днів тому +4

    Hi Chrome! Thanks for sharing your days with us. I will be 51 on Christmas Eve and I bought a Promaster in July!! I am getting it built out the second week of January and am so excited to get on the road and adventure!! Not sure what I am doing yet and all I have in the van is a bucket chair, cooler and toilet haha but I love it already! Happy travels!

    • @drewpknutz1410
      @drewpknutz1410 8 днів тому

      Happy Birthday! My B-Day is 12-24-74.. right behind ya!

  • @lendvay229
    @lendvay229 8 днів тому +6

    Cruze when I order a hoodie can I please get you to autograph it? Please. I love watching EVERYTHING you put out! You are truly inspiring!

    • @whereswendy8544
      @whereswendy8544 8 днів тому

      Wouldn't it be nice if Cruz, the bulldog, could actually sign the hoodie.😊

  • @I-am-Joe
    @I-am-Joe 8 днів тому +3

    I’m 49, single. Lost my job a few months back. Been watching you for a few years. Been thinking about doing the van life for as long. Live in Ottawa so thinking of going out west. Love the mountains and the ocean. Just worried about keeping warm. Also lost my left leg below the knee last year so mobility is somewhat of an issue.

  • @donaldfrazier5244
    @donaldfrazier5244 8 днів тому +5

    Really at this point in my life it’s detrimental for me to remain in a sticks and bricks and a relationship that is at best painful! I’m retired and get a comfortable amount of income to live modestly in a converted box truck!

  • @diedredunham7383
    @diedredunham7383 8 днів тому +8

    I did think about living on the road about 4 years ago. Although I was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. By the way, somewhere around 95% of stage 4 cancer of any kind is a death sentence. I know I might have been able to live in a vehicle and go have my treatments. I NEEDED my support people who cared for me and prayed for me. I was in remission for a year. Then, I was diagnosed with stang 4 cancer in 2 lymph nodes in my chest. So now I no longer think it's something I can or am willing to do!!

    • @whereswendy8544
      @whereswendy8544 8 днів тому

      Go carnivore, try Ivermectin

    • @NMWanderings
      @NMWanderings 8 днів тому +2

      So sorry to hear that. I have cancer too. Waiting on a scan to see if it has spread. If I can get my van fixed up, I might live in it while getting treatment. Possibly D H Anderson in Houston.

  • @brownsugar1958ful
    @brownsugar1958ful 8 днів тому +3

    I’m working on buying my van I can’t wait I want that lifestyle now

  • @justin555666
    @justin555666 8 днів тому +1

    Those are some beautiful shots Chrome!

  • @lelandbischert3388
    @lelandbischert3388 5 днів тому

    The video back in the day, when you lost sweet Disco-Bear, crushed my heart Chrome. Your real emotions. Your not afraid to show who you really are...Thats why we watch you, and have since day one, and will be here til the day you decide to end Vancity Vanlife ( if that day ever comes)

  • @paigecollingwood4724
    @paigecollingwood4724 8 днів тому +2

    Beautiful intro. By the time I can do vanlife, I'll be in my 70's.

  • @grannypeacock1218
    @grannypeacock1218 8 днів тому +1

    I remember when you bought that furniture for your van and how happy it made you. It was beautiful.

  • @MsSoozy
    @MsSoozy 8 днів тому +1

    Loved yesterdays video, I like all of them actually. They just keep getting better and better. I have been following you from the start and I have so enjoyed the changes you have made in your life, the positivity you talk about. You have helped so many people including myself 😊 I am lucky to know you and call you a friend. Be safe and keep those double V’s up! Weirdos Unite!

  • @andyrichey1192
    @andyrichey1192 8 днів тому +3

    Yeah, I watched it yesterday. Chrome, it was cool to see disco I didn’t really know that’s just when I started watching you then you got crazy bear.

  • @wiki189
    @wiki189 8 днів тому +4

    Love the epic drone footage of the beautiful blue ocean, as Chrome is asking "is shitting in a bag for the rest of my life the answer?" 🤣🤣👌

  • @stuartalexander1595
    @stuartalexander1595 8 днів тому +2

    I'm 57 years old and living in my van for 13 years.

  • @rayswenson
    @rayswenson 8 днів тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @Magnums_Chronicles
    @Magnums_Chronicles 8 днів тому +1

    What more would I want out of life?
    A home in Dawson City, Kitimat, next to every lake, and beach in BC, and at the base of every mountain.
    Also homes in California, Montana, Arizona, and anywhere else I can drive it.

  • @Valerygallery
    @Valerygallery 8 днів тому +8

    You're a die-hard van lifer. But you've made the best out of it, creating a business and content creator. It's your life journey, and it's an inspiration. You are really an anomaly when it comes to this kind of lifestyle. But it goes to show you you can make anything out of it.❤

  • @diannespinney7846
    @diannespinney7846 8 днів тому +4

    Loved the Disco
    christmas video.

  • @NomadicArtist-p2q
    @NomadicArtist-p2q 7 днів тому

    I'm about to do the nomad life. I'm grateful that we have a community that promotes this lifestyle.

  • @jimbo3911
    @jimbo3911 8 днів тому +6

    Thats gotta be the best intro yet brotha 😂 love it

  • @WisconsinAdventures
    @WisconsinAdventures 8 днів тому +1

    Chrome, you are an inspiration. I am currently int he middle of building my own weekend camper "van" (Not a van, but a jeep). I plan to use it for weekend/day trips and "test the waters" of full time van life. Thanks for the great content

  • @Aunty-A
    @Aunty-A 8 днів тому +3

    The only time you have to take knee pads off is when you take a shower. You can walk in them, drive in them and sleep in them. I wear knee sleeves 24/7. Different but I only take them off to shower.

  • @Seams_in_the_Wild
    @Seams_in_the_Wild 7 днів тому

    Your van is your fort from when you were a boy, only now it has WHEELS! Keep on playing! It keeps you young!

  • @pamelaanderson1573
    @pamelaanderson1573 8 днів тому +3

    Bro, I keep waiting for you to discover yoga mats. My two dogs and I have used yoga mats in MN cold for years. Light weight, portable, easy clean, slip free, stylish, cushy and warm. Let me know if you have tried them.

  • @SidW-l4z
    @SidW-l4z 8 днів тому +1

    Disco, Cruz Special Christmas was special and made me smile. Thanks for sharing and happy holidays! 🕊️

  • @KJ4RMZ
    @KJ4RMZ 8 днів тому +1

    Dude, the beachside sunset was amazing.

  • @MrDonNelson
    @MrDonNelson 8 днів тому +6

    We all miss Disco Bear Chrome. 😢

  • @NikkiHark
    @NikkiHark 7 днів тому

    There’s definitely pros and cons to both sides of this life choice. I love your honesty! I’m curious for sure. Thanks for sharing and being so real!! Now though that I’m on the other side of my mortgage and finally owning my home…which was super hard to accomplish…I have more financial flexibility to also have the freedoms you enjoy. There are things I appreciate about both lifestyles! Stay cool ✌️Be safe!!

  • @JCBthree
    @JCBthree 8 днів тому +3

    That's Kool should review the comments a lot more on this channel

  • @philipallen2777
    @philipallen2777 8 днів тому +3

    Yes beautiful life

  • @jeanbrown2757
    @jeanbrown2757 8 днів тому +1

    I enjoyed yesterdays video. Seeing disco dressed up was great. Enjoy your videos chrome.

  • @richroj
    @richroj 8 днів тому +4

    van life is the answer Pal and you know it 👍👍👍

  • @lauralie9658
    @lauralie9658 8 днів тому +2

    I had a dream about you. In my dream l seen your van and you were busy hauling stuff in or of your van and I waited passionately to say hi and just as I was going to approach you to say a polite hi my dream stopped woke up pissed because I wanted to say hi. I have been following you from the beginning of your channel, and I love every vlog you do! Give Cruz a big of from me! Your awesome Chrome!❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lucyalderman422
    @lucyalderman422 8 днів тому +2

    Thanks for awnsemrimg my question

  • @JCBthree
    @JCBthree 8 днів тому +1

    Ready for the next one! Lets go!

  • @lauravincent8266
    @lauravincent8266 8 днів тому +2

    If you're coming to Hamilton Ontario, my partner and I live an hour away and would love to meet up. We made a build for our Tuscon so we can take extended road trips. Would love to show you what we did! 😊

  • @SparklingMyLife
    @SparklingMyLife 8 днів тому

    I think this lifestyle is great for you since you change the scenery often so you can't get bored. It was a pleasure seeing Disco :)

  • @svartedauden3566
    @svartedauden3566 8 днів тому +3

    I love you Chrome!!! Keep'em coming!!!! Smoooch!!! On the lips!!!! but you're not allowed sleeping in front of the shop sir! I will tell on you! 17:55

  • @contrafax
    @contrafax 8 днів тому +1

    Personally I love your videos, can't wait to see the shop with hex light and racking system put up :)

  • @SharonCox-i9h
    @SharonCox-i9h 8 днів тому +2

    Love your video Please remember not all Walmart, let people sleep In their parking lots, especially here in Oregon. I am a Walmart associate.

  • @nancymoon1189
    @nancymoon1189 8 днів тому

    Been living tiny since 2012. Tiny house, tiny class C, 33’ class A, 37’ class A, and now Promaster with diy class B since 2020. Definitely a lifer 😂. Oh and I’m 67!

  • @JCBthree
    @JCBthree 8 днів тому +1

    I'm a weirdo! I could watch a 50 year old living in his van all day long! ✌️✌️

  • @vontrohs
    @vontrohs 8 днів тому +3

    When are you going to do another live? They are so much fun!!!

    • @wiki189
      @wiki189 8 днів тому

      I agree! I'd love a live!

  • @CorinneClassic
    @CorinneClassic 8 днів тому

    Cheering you on for vlogging everyday while you are running a business at the busiest time of the year❤.

  • @Campbase1
    @Campbase1 8 днів тому +1

    I camp in a high roof Ford Transit. Its a dream.

  • @ajbrown404
    @ajbrown404 8 днів тому

    Just paused the vid.
    That brief sunset shot with the couple walking, highway in the back and the trucks/trailer in the foreground... That was a gorgeous captured shot.
    File that one. Great scene for some future flashbacks.
    The growth of your editing and videography over the years is so fucking impressive.

  • @shaneyoung1690
    @shaneyoung1690 8 днів тому +4

    Nice

  • @Leokobe2017.
    @Leokobe2017. 8 днів тому +10

    People want everything on this channel.. don't make another channel.. love this channel it's lost a little bit of spark. Now creating a new channel, what will this channel become? Do you chrome do what makes you happy but I think your community wants to see you here on Van city Vanlife.. even you know people want to know about the shop here.. the shop is van related Vanlife related. I could see if you were starting a fishing channel completely not related to Vanlife.

  • @OnDandelionTime
    @OnDandelionTime 7 днів тому

    I disrupted my workplace laughing so hard on the knee pad scenario. 😂

  • @susanh3342
    @susanh3342 7 днів тому

    Hi Chrome, A lot of people have no choice. It is a sad situation when they have to.

  • @pdodwell1575
    @pdodwell1575 8 днів тому

    I think you guys are forgetting about some of us who are the “armchair vanlifers.” We enjoy following entertaining van-lifers like Chrome but have less than zero interest in living outdoors effectively. I also enjoy watching the process of Van Toys and Overland becoming an ongoing business. I follow seven van lifers, three in Canada and four in the US. Back in the 60s travel shows were very popular on television. I think that following van lifers on UA-cam is one of the current-day aspects of that. Of course there are still travel shows both on television and even more so on UA-cam. It all depends on the style of the content creator and the composition of their content.

  • @hvostova11
    @hvostova11 8 днів тому +2

    Ok! IM ready to start my van life! Now where do I get me a Ford Van of course!

  • @timsforcoffee
    @timsforcoffee 8 днів тому

    I think I might stop at that spot and cook lunch next time I get off the ferry there. It's fun to look over and see people clamming etc. Usually I just want to get though Vancouver traffic to Hope and then on to Edmonton. A nice lunch would help recenter us before the traffic.

  • @michelewhite6109
    @michelewhite6109 8 днів тому +1

    Chrome...and that's why I watch your channel,keep it real. As long as I don't see you shit in that bucket 😂...KEEPONTRUCKIN 💯 be well❤

  • @jarrethoney2905
    @jarrethoney2905 8 днів тому +2

    Bro I am currently saving for an ambulance to convert into a camper. Also can’t wait to see the Cruz merch and would it be possible to get the Only Vans as a hoodie lol

  • @jodiesebek2440
    @jodiesebek2440 8 днів тому

    I loved this video of you parked on the beach makes me homesick for the California west coast 🌞 I love all of your content wither it's just hanging out in the van or at the shop . To me it's all interesting and uplifting. So bring it all ! Smooches for Cruzie 💋 🐾 🦴

  • @lelandbischert3388
    @lelandbischert3388 5 днів тому

    Your camera transitions are awesome!

  • @fredahill1511
    @fredahill1511 8 днів тому

    Chrome I was wondering how you first heard about van life 8 yrs ago, I've been looking for a van I'm so excited,

  • @karen3dogs880
    @karen3dogs880 8 днів тому

    Watching this episode with a heavy heart tonight as my best friend ( dug) coco who who loved watch u with me passed away

    • @gillianelisabeth4327
      @gillianelisabeth4327 8 днів тому

      wishing you peace, rest in rainbows Coco 🕊

    • @wiki189
      @wiki189 8 днів тому

      Aww so sorry for your loss ❤

  • @hphillips6552
    @hphillips6552 5 днів тому

    Like I say, you do you. Love the everyday videos. My you tube channel for my scouts tries to post every month.

  • @aa999xyz
    @aa999xyz 8 днів тому +3

    Alaska on the way back from the Arctic Circle?

  • @Vanlife_With_Miss_V
    @Vanlife_With_Miss_V 7 днів тому

    @vancityvanlife I'd rather s**t in a bag too, vanlife was the answer to my lifes questions, fantastic vlog Chrome, you're an inpsiration ❤

  • @rosesandthorns7789
    @rosesandthorns7789 8 днів тому

    👏👏🎥🎥 ❤️ Your dramatic beginning of video like you said 🤭❤️! ❤️ Voice over and DRONE FOOTAGE! More scenes of water you do it soooo perfectly!!! The quiet moments are nice your good at it! I request still ONE ☝️ day you do nature and drone footage! JUST THE sounds of everything…😌😌😌 ✌️✌️’s BABY 💋💋! LOVE THE EXHAUST on the VAN IN THE TUNNEL 💨💨💨!

  • @michaelmyers3892
    @michaelmyers3892 8 днів тому +1

    Yep I'm putting both middle fingers up this summer get rid of my mobile home and over the winter months I'm going to pick up my minivan I'm going back to the only lifestyle I've ever known and loved did it for years don't know why I quit that was my mistake it won't happen again I'm 56 not tied down to nothing or no one time to live once again

  • @thomasthompson2084
    @thomasthompson2084 8 днів тому +1

    Sometimes you remind me of the guys who won't let you ride with them unless you're on a harley but you're about vans

  • @wiki189
    @wiki189 8 днів тому +6

    Chrome, you give the best pep talks!

  • @jezalison3615
    @jezalison3615 8 днів тому

    Still want to see shirts with The team makes the Dream! That was from you at the shop the other day,Jez from Eastern Tennessee.

  • @CaptaonPeterQuinn2
    @CaptaonPeterQuinn2 8 днів тому +3

    a hospital type urial would be better than knee pads. i have one at home and just pour it in the loo the next day.