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@melt1052 5 күн бұрын
Hey Wayne, you have a link to your new camera? The video looks good. Whats your review on it as we are looking for a new camera instead of the go pro.
@Wayneontheroad 3 күн бұрын
Hey melt1052, I upgraded to a DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (amzn.to/40ZyJ6E) last year shortly after my disappointing footage from my old GoPro Hero 4. It was so shaky. I have a bigger camera set up but really didn't want to take it into a crowded area. This new "little" one is amazing and virtually replaces the bigger set up for most of my videos as it's so convenient. I WILL get to a review video some day soon but definitely check out others. It's a great little camera.
@maverick758 9 күн бұрын
These guys suck! I had ordered parts from them and they completely dropped the ball. 11 days later I finally called, and they had just ordered my parts from another vendor to fill my order. Screw that, I should have just went elsewhere to start with.
@kevc3583 9 күн бұрын
Hey Wayne that was totally awesome it was the greatest video of all the people who videoed the big tent and the venders this year. Greatly appreciated the walk around …Kev c
@Wayneontheroad 9 күн бұрын
@@kevc3583 Thank you Kev! There’s a lot to see and always hard to get it all. Even if I could the video would be two hours long. Just a taste of the general vibe. Thanks so much for watching and the kind words.
@kevc3583 9 күн бұрын
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@martyl7066 10 күн бұрын
Hey! Buddy, I wish I was there at the Big Tent RV Show with you. It could be fun walking with one of your biggest fan subscribers.
@Wayneontheroad 10 күн бұрын
@@martyl7066 perhaps next year Marty! Get your ass down in January, we’ll grab lunch and walk around! 🙂
@martyl7066 10 күн бұрын
@@Wayneontheroad Sounds good to me!🙂❤
@barrym4079 16 күн бұрын
I accidentally found myself in Dog River in 2024. I was heading to BC with my camper, but the forest fires in Alberta were creating a lot of smoke. I decided to drop down into Montana, and found myself in Roleau. Too bad someone hadn't saved those buildings. Tourist items in the middle of the prairie are few and far between.
@steamy1225 17 күн бұрын
Just saw your video. Sorry to hear about that. I have bought many things for lawn mowers and snowblower from them in the past and never had a problem with stuff arriving like yours did. but lately i look up parts on their site and search the internet for better prices and get them from other places. I will keep this in mind for future. Thanks.
@andresu83 19 күн бұрын
Looking forward to this one. Im searching for a job in the East Coast and theres a vancant in Springhill.
@user-im2yp9nn3n 25 күн бұрын
Hi Wayne Bob here. I’ve been watching your videos for years. (Just figured out I could comment) Keep up the good work. I don’t go back to Canada until the end of march. When are you heading north?
@Wayneontheroad 25 күн бұрын
@@user-im2yp9nn3n Hello Bob, thank you for watching. It’s appreciated. The doggo and I will be back in Canada by the end of April as I have a photography workshop in mid April in Nevada. 😀
@patty2079 25 күн бұрын
So cool lived here all my life never heard of it but now we will be going hopefully..ty wayne
@luvcampinbc 27 күн бұрын
That's my kind of day. See some cool camels and check out the artisans. Looked like fun.
@Wayneontheroad 26 күн бұрын
@@luvcampinbc it was a fun morning. The wind picked up in the afternoon so they had to wind down early but it was a neat vibe.
@janebray9392 Ай бұрын
Good thorough report👍🌵thx for the good the bad the ugly lowdown😅 Im in Pilot Knob LTVA, so close to Yuma and Los Agadones and I found a gas station with free dump/water/garbage. I buy 🍷 ng water 5gal/.50. The bonus is it is 5°warmer here which is nice at night! I like that there is a hotspring ltva just 30 miles west, went there for a few days to soak in the new year! We r ony in LTVA for 6weeks, so bought a one month pass and maybe a two week or just go on blm 14day. I like to flit around and see other camping spots, like Ironwood National Forest(14day free blm). Too much to see😅🎉🙋🚗🇨🇦‼️Enjoy Quartszite and maybe we'll see you there!!! I'm already looking forward to Silly Al's and Fish Fry Fryday in Bouse! 😊
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@janebray9392 Thank you for watching Jane and enjoy your adventures! 🙏🏻
@martyl7066 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the another amazing video buddy! Have you ever to the Yuma, AZ area? I have moved from Tucon, AZ to Yuma, AZ in my opinion Yuma, AZ is better than Quartside, AZ By the way, I also, have a 2020 25 footer Entegra Qwest. Cheers!
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Thank you Marty. Yeah I've been to and around Yuma as well, Mainly here in Quartzsite now because I have plenty of friends here and have found some weekly activities etc that I enjoy. If I want to be totally alone I definitely have places I know where to go. :) Cheers, Wayne.
@LIFEINUKINPASHTO Ай бұрын
I am from England 🏴 I am a big fan of Corner gas. I never wanted to visit Canada, now i will definitely visit to see this beautiful town. Thank you so much for your video. I thought they shooted the show on set. The real place still exists that’s a dream come true. I wish they have taken care of the Ruby’s coffee shop building and corner gas shop. They should buy the land and make them again tons of people like me Will visit from all over the world. Thanks again You made my day 🎉
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed the video. It definitely is a quaint little town and my stay there was nice. Unfortunately the grain elevator has burned down and will be greatly missed.
@LIFEINUKINPASHTO 26 күн бұрын
@ that’s a shame that it burned down. I wish everything still there as it was in the show. But it is what is.
@donaldvesey8295 Ай бұрын
Man sorry to hear about fridge
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@donaldvesey8295 It’s all part of the lifestyle sir. Some people own houses and have to replace hot water heaters etc. So do we. There are sometimes challenges just as any situation.
@martyl7066 Ай бұрын
It looks like thta is a beautiful place to be buddy!☺
@martyl7066 Ай бұрын
Hi! there buddy, I'm a new subscriber to your amazing channel. That's funny because I'm also a Graphics Designer, Video Editing, Motion Graphics Designer, 3d Animator, and a painting artist......lol...;-) Looking forward seeing more of you awesome videos. Cheers!👍
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@martyl7066 Thank you so much for watching Marty. It’s been a rough up and down roller coaster trying to keep up with consistent videos but I’m still at. Your time and comments mean a lot. Happy new year to you!
@martyl7066 Ай бұрын
@@Wayneontheroad You are very welcome buddy! I hope you get more subscribers because you are awesome as a person too. I will stay in touch for sure--take care and be safe! 🙂
@chucktheperson1063 Ай бұрын
With the exchange rate being 40%+ I will not be going south anytime soon. I live year round in a 4 seasons truck camper in SW British Columbia. (Vancouver area) The winters are generally very mild compared to the rest of Canada. The extra cost for winter heating is basically nothing compared to the cost of going south. Plus at my age (76) I don't have to get extra health insurance for travel in the US. My sister is a nurse in southern California and she tells me not to come unless you have good health coverage which is not cheap otherwise you would have it. Looks glamorous to sit in the warm desert. But lets tell the whole truth.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Hey Chuck, I laid it out the best I could. Definitely not glamourizing any of it. (I'm not sure how being honest about spending almost as much on a new fridge as I paid for the whole 1995 5th wheel is glamouring anything). Its the lifestyle I chose, it's not for everyone but I like it. I would also expect that most people would do their own research and figure out their costs (like you did) and make their own decisions on what works for them. This is just a simple starting example of what one can expect if in a similar situation as I. That's it.
@chucktheperson1063 Ай бұрын
@@Wayneontheroad In my view, this type of vlog is glamorizing to many that want to escape. Your living expenses will be pretty much the same no matter where you park your rig if boondocking. You will save on heating cost because it's warmer that far south. What bothered me was not addressing the health coverage issue of Canadians going south. I'm pretty healthy for my age but would never cross the US/Canadian border without good out of country coverage. Accidents happen even if not your fault. Your fridge would look pretty cheap compared to having to be medevacked back to Canada. Agreed, do your research before going south.
@janebray9392 Ай бұрын
I have travelled 33uda states 2x now, 12,000 miles and do not have any travel medical insurance. I have not even had a sniffle nor a headache etc since 2013. I have a very personal relationship with my Lord and Healer Jesus Christ and do not need man insurance but thats my truth. I am 61. Live off grid down here and I think that keeps me healthy...moving my trailer once every 2weeks,lol, keeps me in shape😂😂😂
@chucktheperson1063 Ай бұрын
@@janebray9392 Lucky you. Hope your luck holds. Your choice to do what you do. Some of us don't want to gamble our lives as you do. Each to there own and all that crap. Like many I have cheated death (luck or fate?) but I have also seen people die because of poor (or unlucky) choices.
@canadiancolouristart Ай бұрын
Great video.........especially for Canadians. Did you talk about medical insurance for yourself while in the US? Sorry, if I missed that but what do you buy this insurance,too? Stay safe and warm! Its -24 C here in northeast Alberta, 🥶
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching. I didn't talk about health insurance as I don't currently have any extra add-on insurance. I know it's risky but I've heard lots of first hand stories of people being declined when they've submitted receipts etc and haven't done the research myself. I get a check up every year lately and my health is pretty good so I opt to risk it. My personal preference and obviously not for everyone. Stay warm up there and Happy New Year! :)
@Powerstroke431 Ай бұрын
What kind of online work do you do to make income while down there?
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@Powerstroke431 I’m a freelance graphic and web designer with a few different clients that I work with remotely. 🙂
@alutious Ай бұрын
awesome, this is great. i am looking at doing this in 1 - 2 years and had an estimate. i am watching now so we'll see how long it costs you. i was going to stay in northern cali and on the way back in ID or CO. I am in BC. I was thinking 2-3 months. Looks like i am 300km closer.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. I'm working on a follow up video with a budget while just hanging out in Quartzsite for the month of December, so that may help with just the everyday living expenses minus the travel/driving portion which is different for everyone. :) Cheers and Happy New Year.
@MartinDee2000 Ай бұрын
It's been 4 years since this video was uploaded. I hope they've gotten the side of the police station fixed by now.
@jamesoldman3021 Ай бұрын
With Trumps treatment of Canada I am strongly urging Canadians to avoid the U.S.A. If the U.S. lost the tourist dollar from Canada it would create a big gap in their economy of snowbird communities. You should consider visiting Mexico and spending the winter there.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment James, I hear you. Aside from my recent necessary fridge replacement I'm dialling back on my spending as much as possible for the reasons you pointed out as well as a few others.
@morganmaddison8633 Ай бұрын
love the AZ winters, I hate tge frigid temps in Alberta. I managed to camp in my SUV, met some ladies and joined them in Lake Havasu City, Kingman and Williams. they are in Quartzite this winter, I can't make the trip...but want to!! Enjoy your winter adventure
@Powerstroke431 Ай бұрын
How often was it crazy windy down there? Winnipegger here looking to start snowbirding on BLM land around south west AZ area starting October 2025. Thanks 🙂
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Some days can get windy but to be honest it's either calm or a slight breeze. Put it this way, since I've been in Quartzsite there have only been a couple days where I wouldn't be able to put my drone up if I wanted. And even with that, it's usually just a few gusts, not full on wind.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Hey Morgan, thanks for watching. Hopefully you'll be able to meet up with your friends again soon. That's the main reason I'm here in the Q too, have made some friends and found a few activities I like here.
@HMccafferty-tg7es Ай бұрын
I crossed at Sweetgrass and forgot to declare eggs . It cost me 300 US dollars and they took my chicken and rice, left me my potatoes. But when you leave the house you empty the cupboards and the fridge. We thought if it was frozen it could cross. But Sweetgrass was pulling everybody in and wanted cash from everyone. It was a bit fishy.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
That sucks. That's why I just play it safe as you never know what kind of mood they're in when you get there. I also heard that Sweetgrass is a training crossing (for Canadians coming back up). So they may be a little more thorough at times.
@hadleyhicks7629 Ай бұрын
I am curious, what sort of work do you do that you can do it in Canada and the U.S. ?? Any specific information would be appreciated, is there openings that I could start as well ???
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@hadleyhicks7629 I’m a freelance web and graphic designer working remotely.
@jksouthern Ай бұрын
Whats the deal with cellphone usage? Burner phone or new Simcard?
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@jksouthern my Canadian cell plan is cross border with no additional roaming fees. Forgot to add it in though so I’ll be addressing it in my December video.
@tomhughes8794 Ай бұрын
RV payment and insurance ?
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
I'll be covering my insurance in my next video as I pay for it once a year. The RV is owned, no payments. Thanks for watching,
@bobmartens1089 Ай бұрын
Bit tougher for me as i leave for az from mb in minus 20 temps. No using rv for first 2 days till i hit Tx and hopefull warm enough to put in water and sleep in the rig.
@rrain3375 Ай бұрын
From Toronto Ontario. What a boring drive. Flat like southern Alberta.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Well since that's where I was coming from yeah. :)
@autotomk Ай бұрын
Ya nice job. Breaking travel cost down more For me i always keep track of MPG, and driving conditions with each tank. Maybe do somthing different next tank, like slow down, even speed up??? Just like to experiment and squeeze all i can. Thanks for info.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
That's a good idea. I used to focus a lot on that stuff but when I'm towing I tend to to be "let's just get there". When I'm out exploring with just the truck I get much better gas mileage as I'm pretty relaxed and looking for photographic subject matter.
@melt1052 Ай бұрын
Hey Wayne, Do you have a solar system for your trailer or do you use a generator for your computers and starlink? From Alberta also and plan on leaving for Quartzsite in January.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! I DO have a generator and try to use it as little as possible but depend mainly on Solar. I have 825 watts of solar and two lithium 230AH batteries. There are times more so in winter when even down here and the sun is low and the days shorter that I have to run the genny to top up once in awhile. This also depends on my work load and how much I'm running my iMac as it's my biggest draw. I do shut it down when I'm done for the day.
@melt1052 Ай бұрын
@@Wayneontheroad Thanks for the information, we are looking at solar but haven't made the leap yet. Just been using a honda generator for everything.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
It can be very intimidating indeed. I started with solar and just kept building/evolving with my needs/knowledge. There's a lot of guys down here that are much more knowledgable then I (hence why I don't do solar videos, lol). They'd be ones to reach out to for direction on a build based on what you need, space you have for panels etc. Don't get duped into buying a "setup" from the Big Tent Show here in January as you'll most likely be overcharged. Get some knowledgeable help determining what you need, then source out the parts yourself and if needed find a knowledgeable guy to help with the install. There's not much to it all really, it's just the electrical math that is confusing for me and making sure you have what you need to do the job as expected.
@melt1052 Ай бұрын
@@Wayneontheroad Thanks, I would just find a person with knowledge, I was at the big tent last year and noticed prices on some things are the same price here in alberta and then you have to add the exchange rate on top.
@Clover12346 Ай бұрын
This is such useful information thanks!
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching.
@ibstryder4736 Ай бұрын
From Northern British Columbia in the summer.Arizona in the winter
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Welcome and thanks for watching!
@ThePleasedDoge Ай бұрын
Never did understand this lifestyle. Thing about trying to escape by travel - no matter where you go you take yourself with you.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@ThePleasedDoge I’m not trying to escape anything other than the mundane routine that I didn’t enjoy and I’m quite happy being with myself. Life’s too short. Each to their own I always say.
@FWMCBigFoot Ай бұрын
Michigan snowbird here, and the only thing we're escaping is the frigid winter. If I can't wear shorts and sandals I'm too far north. Additionally, a camper is way cheaper than a second home that locks you into a specific place.
@MrSpongie1 2 ай бұрын
Day trips are good... All the best in the new year.
@janebray9392 2 ай бұрын
Hi🙋🚗🇨🇦♥️‼️last year I left my homebase in Empress AB and drove to Yuma/Los Algadones and went the north rim of the GC route and have a 20' Taylor Coach travel trailer and towing with a FJ Cruiser, and it cost me $800🇨🇦, bought the LTVA pass $250🇨🇦, and it was money well spent! Oh and I went thru Wild Horse border station. A one man show,lol
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Sounds like you had a fun trip! I STILL have yet to get to the Grand Canyon. Tried once from the nroth rim but the whole canyon was fogged in. My luck. Will get there eventually. :) Thank you for watching.
@micheledelnigro9259 2 ай бұрын
Good luck safe travels. 🙏
@SpykersB 2 ай бұрын
I like short video endings, u say goodbye, i move on, i dont stick around to listen to musical endings. So heads up if u notice your video statistics shows many not watching to the end, this maybe y! 🍻
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
I hear ya! I'll keep it in mind!
@univisiontech1 2 ай бұрын
Owner of Starlink hasn't gone off the deep end, don't believe your government's propaganda. He risked his future so that we Americans can still have a functional right to free speech.
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
I barely believe anything these days, but I DID see him acting and jumping around like a jackass with my own eyes. That's all I'm talking about.
@univisiontech1 2 ай бұрын
@Wayneontheroad I can definitely agree that was cringe. I just don't think it should single handedly define him. On another note, I hope Bill C-63 fails in Canada, there's already way too much censorship going on there already.
@lyndaholly 2 ай бұрын
What about paying for an rv site for one month?
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
You guys don't miss a thing! I totally forgot about my permit for the LTVA because they require cash and it wasn't on my card statements. I'm doing a new video for my December budget which will have that as well as a few other things and will help to show what I spend when I'm not doing so much driving. Thanks for watching Lynda!
@exploringnext1111 Ай бұрын
@Wayneontheroad the LTVA would be a good deal if you stay the full 7 months but alot stay 2-3 months so the money you pay is divided by how long you stayed which is considerable if ya only stay a few months. Q isn't all that and a bad of chips...ugly really. Lived a bit in the area
@jamesdavidsmith4033 2 ай бұрын
Very helpful 👌
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@allanhalladventures 2 ай бұрын
Do you budget for health and medical insurance while down in the USA
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
I don't pay for extra health insurance Allan as I'm not "that" old yet and had a thorough check-up before coming down.
@davidmoore3049 Ай бұрын
@@Wayneontheroad. Hi Wayne . Even though you got checked out the unexpected could happen . Out of province medical is a must !!! Taking a huge financial risk not having it . Unless you have it through your work plan, get it. That’s if you’re still working? . Wife and I are both covered by a Canada Life group plan I now pay for. Took over my plan at work. Full prescription coverage and extended medical and travel medical for $235.00 CDN. Must be enrolled in your basic provincial plan to qualify. Dental covered by the new Federal plan .
@touchofgrey8922 2 ай бұрын
My wife and I will become Jr. snowbirds in the next couple of years. I was interested in the cost of getting there. Paying the 1.4 for every USD hurts as a Canuck, but I'm sure with the change in leadership, US prices will be coming down. My last trip to US was to TX in Oct/23 and food cost were the same as Can. but paying with the big $. So it seems you think Musk has gone off the deep end. Mmm, consider this. You are a guest of the USA. Perhaps keep your political opinions to yourself. Have a GREAT Trump day! TOG out!!
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
Last I checked Elon Musk wasn't a politician. Nor did I mention politics at all. Perhaps you should relax and respect everyone's right to free speech. If you don't like it, don't watch it.
@touchofgrey8922 2 ай бұрын
True that. Guess I didn't understand what "the owner going off the deep end meant" at the 21:00 minute mark. Lol!! Vet bill was a nice surprise, that would have cost at least $400 cad in ol cowtown (Calgary AB). Have a great winter, I'm gonna keep watching " gone off the deep end" continue to send rockets into space..and catch them too. TOG out!!
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
TOG, My comment on Elon was in reference to nothing more than his odd behaviour. I couldn't give a rats behind who he wants to support. And yes, his companies do great things, but the man is a little out there. Just my opinion. I spent my last brick and mortar days living and working in Calgary too, many things aren't cheap in Canada anymore. Hence why I have a good dentist in Los Algadones Mexico now. :) Thanks for watching and engaging, I DO appreciate it.
@JD-un2zv Ай бұрын
My last purchase from the USA, visa charged me 1.53 on the dollar...painful.
@Wayneontheroad Ай бұрын
@@JD-un2zv OUCH! That’s why I don’t use my credit cards any more than I have to.
@josephalberta1145 2 ай бұрын
First time seeing your channel. Its interesting to see it from a Canadian perspective with the exchange on the dollar. When you say 1051 dollars, is that just the fuel to get from Alberta to Quartzite or did you do much driving down there in the month? What kind of mileage do you get towing the trailer? I am guessing fuel there and back would be running around 2000 Canadian. I am also in Alberta but further north by close to a day so I guess my costs would be several hundred more. I dont think my class A would get much worse mileage than a pickup pulling a trailer. Glad to see your 30 year old trailer is holding up better than a lot of 3 year old trailers today.
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
@@josephalberta1145 Hey Joseph, thanks for watching! Most of the gas used was driving down, aside from the 54 mile round trip to the vet there was only a couple of little trips to town and the water station. I still technically have some gas in the tank from that tally. I plan to do more exploring in the coming months and also will be doing a follow up video of a budget here with no long drive.
@voytek2099 2 ай бұрын
What was your fuel consumption when you towed the rv?
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
@@voytek2099 I didn’t really do much math on this as everyone’s rig set up is unique. My old beast gets about 200 miles on a tank when towing, less with a lot of hills etc.
@kevc3583 2 ай бұрын
Hey Wayne good info but what about how many times you’ve dumped your tanks or what about insurance on the truck & trailer ? Just wondering hahahah ..Kev c
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
@@kevc3583 Hey Kev, good questions! I’m doing a follow up video to show the difference between a driving month and a chilling out month. Will talk about those in it too! Thanks for watching!
@darylmckelvie2586 2 ай бұрын
I’m in Quartzsite for the winter from Ontario.
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
@@darylmckelvie2586 definitely warmer! lol. Thanks for watching!
@ghostflight73 2 ай бұрын
Stumbled on your vid. Cheers from Ontario. Enjoy your winter south. Blue skies.
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
Cheers right back from Arizona. Glad you found me!
@winstonrobinson6732 2 ай бұрын
So sorry about your pup - glad the vet helped him out - WELCOME to USA.
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
@@winstonrobinson6732 he’s doing great. We love it down here, nice and warm! 😆 Thank you for watching and the kind words.
@mark_osborne 2 ай бұрын
Good video I was expecting your costs for the month to be closer to $2K US Nice job
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
@@mark_osborne Thank you for watching Mark! Hope it was helpful.
@Wayneontheroad 2 ай бұрын
@@mark_osborne there’s a couple of other things I’m going to address in my end of December video but thank you for watching!