Amtrak Across America With Steve

[@erizzle67]

Back in 2019 my daughter and I took the sleeper train to Florida. She’d just been sick for 18 months, we were mentally preparing for her death. She underwent a miracle new procedure and literally woke up just fine. So we booked a Disney trip immediately after nothing but misery for 18 solid months. The train ride round trip was just amazing. We’re learned the hard way to GET OFF THE TRAIN whenever it stops (if you’re awake) to avoid that floaty feeling at the end of the journey. It was late 2019, just before COVID hit. It will forever be one of the best memories of my entire life.

[@ADF898]

😢

[@deb7518]

So Great that you have that memory together! Trust me....she'll often look back fondly on it, too! My dad passed unexpectedly when I was not quite 16, and I treasure our couple of 'just him and me' outings. (There were three of us kids in four years, so one on one time was at a premium!)😊

[@TysonFightWasRigged]

​@Chicago_Clout You're a real Humanitarian I see. Such a sensitive person. What an a-hole.

[@vonheise]

@@Chicago_Clout You don't, however you must enjoy being crude and rude...

[@firesurfer]

@@Chicago_Clout Because empathizing with someone makes you a better person.

[@TheRealWYNRS]

As someone who's been watching you for many years at this point, it's safe to say we all love you, Steve. Your strength is amazing. Keep it up..

[@drinkmorecocacola]

he deserves all the best for his great attitude and straight up humbleness. i could watch him sit and be sketched out forever

[@tylerpemberton3134]

Wow you call that strength 😂😂😂...

[@TheRealWYNRS]

@@tylerpemberton3134 dude, he's lost his wife, his mom & his best friend. Yet he still keeps going, smiling & living. How is that not strength? You sound like a bitter little bitch tbh.

[@MelonTL_YH2]

@@tylerpemberton3134 You might be unaware but his wife passed fairly recently and she supported Steve through homelessness. His mother also passed soon after and his close friend/neighbor who helped Steve also passed as well, so that hopefully provides more context. I dont know any one that could be any resemblance of a person after all these losses and Steve is still going strong.

[@vonheise]

@@MelonTL_YH2 Love Steve and the effort he makes to produce good videos and all the editing, however, I really miss crazy neighbor! He did a full set of videos that he was in before he passed... There are many kinds of anonymous people on the internet, but most are on two extremes, very nice and considerate, and then the opposite.

[@kelly171a]

Judging from how many time he mentioned the flat iron steak I bet that thing haunts him in his sleep. Love your videos , Steve. Thank you!!

[@edevos3108]

He never even TRIED the GRILLED Flat Iron Steak. People who have tried it, including me, RAVE about how good it is.

[@Jebbis]

@@edevos3108it is truly amazing.

[@chasetherocknroll5144]

An hour long video from Steve was just what the world needed. Thank you Steve

[@6AlphaMikeCharlie9]

I miss Crazy neighbour 🙏🏼 We're still thinking about you man..R.I.P

[@PC4USE1]

He would have been the ultimate companion for Steve on his journey.R.I.P.

[@marcmccall237]

​@@PC4USE1 I was just thinking the same thing

[@marianfrances4959]

ya... he would have really enjoyed this one...I think.

[@InuranusBrokoff]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@Mike-o4s8s]

I was away from this channel for a little while and just came back, and saw this comment.. I didn’t know Crazy Neighbor passed.. very sad to hear.. He will live on through Steve’s videos, and will always be a legend 👍.. So Many Funny Times!!.. RIP Crazy Neighbor

[@johnhorne7508]

Love to see Steve doing Steve things! Thanks for providing better entertainment than any tv channel and keep on Steve'n!!

[@DoctorOfSpice]

Now we're train-ing with Steve! I love all the different things Steve is trying out lately

[@lavendardust]

Good one. :D

[@ThirtyPack.]

Steve is the goat internet hero💯🙏😎

[@Knight_Astolfo]

"The floor is wet and I don't know why" That sums up my experience of Amtrak.

[@awoodward37]

Was the wet floor before the issue with the none flushing toilets?

[@billyj.williams2341]

Steve def needs to get in the merch game because this quote would be perfect on t-shirts.

[@kenbrandon6434]

Hence the emphasis on “always wearing shoes” on the train.

[@xBINARYGODx]

the only trains to take that will be fun in any way are the more famous ones youtubers tend to ride. the rest? roll the dice.

[@78thandSynth]

Sounds like a country song.

[@crochetingaroundnewzealand]

Your friend is very patient letting his/her meal go cold while you film 😂 those announcers are crazy!! Good to see steve smile 😊

[@billincolumbia]

That was what I thought! I don't like cold food! She is sweet for letting him do his thing.

[@aronbareith8038]

yeah it is nice of her

[@ImionsaeXwb77]

it's a female you could see 1/4 of her face when he did the food review

[@TheMachinist-k9n]

@@ImionsaeXwb77 Steve started the video traveling with a man, His name was David. There always was a sense of "Sugar" in his walk if you get my drift. I'm sure they will be roasting Sausages in the woods in no time.

[@ImionsaeXwb77]

@@TheMachinist-k9n but he was married to a "WOMEN" before...

[@Kevatron-qk9op]

My son and I were just talking about how Steve is the best ambassador for Canada that Canada has ever had. What a legend. Thanks for all the adventures Steve!

[@pete3861]

Exactly. I’m not Canadian but Steve makes me want to be 🇨🇦😀

[@SteveWallisStep2]

Thanks for watching!

[@kriskabin]

​@@pete3861 tRUMP makes me want to be a Canadian. 😐

[@winkfinkerstien1957]

​@@kriskabinI'll help you pack!

[@GlennPiggott]

I agree. he's raised my interest about Canada, and I am in Australia

[@jdoncbus]

PBR tall boy + Jersey Mike’s….. Steve’s living the American dream 🍺🥪🇺🇸🚆

[@marcmccall237]

Yeah he chose the #1 for his step 2

[@dirkdiggler9379]

@@marcmccall237 and he chose a #2,as step 1 😂😂😂😂

[@SunnynPhilly]

Jersey Mikes announced the opening of 300 locations across Canada recently, so far they are all in Ontario. No word on when an Edmo location will open.

[@shelbertoswaggapants873]

Firehouse gang

[@poland153]

yup true hes playing hobo riding trains, pretty much the same outcome as lots of people's american dreams

[@deborahwilliams1036]

New subscriber, I binged watched so between laughing my head off, to heart wrenching sadness, grieving and ways to cope , a truly inspirational man, I look forward to more videos and may you go on from strength to strength , ps loved this video

[@stevewallisstep25]

My helpline is as follows! ... Firstly, plus 1239 ... Secondly 703 ... Lastly 2113 I need to clarify a few things and share some important information and details with you. I'll be expecting it on WA!!!

[@LaLa-il9fl]

I am an avid Amtrak train traveler. I love the whole experience. I have traveled in a roomette once. Way overpriced for what it is. I travel coach, upper level. Put my ear plugs in, over the ear headphones on, turn on dark noise, recline my seat, pull up my leg rest and sleep the whole way. Train travel is underrated IMO. It’s not for everyone I admit but I love it.

[@edevos3108]

I love it too. It's WAAAYYYYY better than Airline travel and the food and the way the Conductors and Room Attendants treat you is better. Too bad Steve didn't get the WHOLE EXPERIENCE in this video. I intend to take even more train trips.

[@mauricioramirez9744]

Same here, NY Adirondack line along the Hudson, scenic and serene.

[@ValetaBarger]

Steve, I'm a 66 year old nomad that has been traveling all throughout the US for the past 14 months in my 31 foot RV. I travel with my two dogs and a cat. It's been the greatest experience of my life. I heard you say you have a bus. You should bring it down to Quartzite, AZ for the winter. It is the most awesome experience camping completely off grid in the desert. There are people from all over the US and Canada and it's a fantastic community. You can stay in the long term visitor areas for $180 from September 15th through April 15th. The sunrise and sunsets are some of the best you will ever see. If you don't want to stay that long you can get a 2week pass for $40 or you can camp for free in BLM land for 14 days without paying. It's a journey right up your alley. Best of luck on your travels wherever they take you. 😊

[@Cutlass_Rudd]

He really does need to visit the Q and theres enough room out there to do a real meet up. That said I am pretty sure the bus he bought turned out to be a real lemon, but I am sure he can find an RV or tow his Boler trailer down there (I was there last winter and will be this winter as well) did you see the new dollar general they built? It has a huge food section

[@ADF898]

I camp for months in AZ ,BLM land for free. Just find a water dispenser and do the waste disposal once a week in a sanitary method.

[@ADF898]

​@@Cutlass_RuddJust choose who you will support, The Roadrunner or the Coyote. Lol 😅

[@Cutlass_Rudd]

@@ADF898 I used both, even the Roadrunner 2 in Bouse. When tired of the desert I just go to an RV park to dump/fill/ do laundry

[@ValetaBarger]

@@Cutlass_Rudd I spent last winter in LaPosa South and will be there again in mid-October this year. I haven't seen the new DG but understand it's really nice. I love the Q. I'm hoping that my daughter and her boyfriend will have their RV and join me there. I meet a few really good friends last year that will be there again this year as well. It's a magical place.

[@anthonylicata5704]

This episode gives off camping with Steve from a few years ago energy and I love it. Really great seeing him happy

[@jasontaylor9871]

I like how the lunch lady talks to the passengers like their in the 6th grade

[@pjperdue1293]

She was hilarious.

[@telepathy90]

Literally jus got to that part and read this 😂

[@xthinker88]

Don’t worry. They are people stuffed on a train. I’m sure they act like they are in 6th grade.

[@bonniediep5324]

It's so rude.

[@fortmason6987]

Quite a dissertation.

[@theresamariegoesplaces9688]

That look on your face when the announcer started talking about running people over to get to the bathroom...probably matched mine! 😂😂

[@nazzurro]

I kind of want to witness this bathroom thunderdome.

[@MakeItWithCalvin]

I was on an Amtrak San Joaquin going to Oakland and we had Reggie the conductor who made jokes for EVERY train stop. One of the best was "Richmond, where you don't bring a knife to a gun fight." Those who knew... Got the joke!

[@Dipshitticus]

​@@MakeItWithCalvinsounds like North Richmond lolol swerve team

[@ShawnGBR]

The end part about how, if you get stranded after getting off, “you left the train, the train did not leave you”… truth.

[@pugmalley]

Weird how I was just at that spot in the video as I scroll down to see this comment.

[@edwinacaparelli9911]

Never ceases to make me feel better when I'm bummed out I throw on one of your videos and I'm feeling a thousand times better. You're just an awesome person. And a fellow Canadian!

[@alexandriat.9886]

My dad and his girlfriend were on the Amtrak train that derailed in Montana in late September 2021. It was a Chicago to Seattle trip. Thankfully they were okay but unfortunately three people died. But it brings tears to my dad's eyes when he talks about how the locals came swarming the accident within minutes. Sirens let the local residents know there was a serious accident nearby and all that could help showed up.

[@Heidi_USC]

We need a meet and greet in America! We love you Steve!!!

[@Riverrat720]

Agreed

[@ledon26656]

Also come to the UK and the rest of Europe! We love you here too!

[@Jeesus353]

​@ledon26656 Steve and Andy aka Kent Survival collab would be awesome!

[@justmeandtheDogg]

Florida !!!

[@Ferrari-sw7nl]

Heidi love the pic I’m a fellow gamecock here in Columbia. Hope tomorrow is good!

[@fireshorts5789]

those PR announcements were something else. I'd feel like I knew that train crew better than my own family by the end of the ride.

[@alchemist_x79]

Man watching a Steve Wallis video and seeing the Potomac river, planes coming into DCA, Union Station, the Metro, AND a cameo by my hometown of Pittsburgh. Surreal.

[@YTStoleMyUsername]

Same here, except for Pittsburgh (have family there though) - as a current Florida resident from the DC area I loved it. I traveled Amtrak a lot up thru New England in my early 20s so this really took me back to those days.

[@brigidholland5571]

Boy! Lorraine was pretty specific about her rules for the cafe! Love the content.Thanks for bringing us along.

[@tonyg6103]

This is so American! I feel like it’s a necessity to inform people like this in the US.

[@Adventures4vida]

@@tonyg6103 it 100 percent is!

[@BlindFaith777]

Steve, you look really good. You look healthy and younger, truly. God bless you.

[@coloradohikertrash9958]

The announcements are bizarre enough they could be in some meta movie set on a train that is stuck in a time loop.They increasingly become more unhinged until they are just about the geometry of spheres and great voids just beyond human sight. All the while Steve encounters passengers and crew from different eras of history who insist they also just boarded the train in their own time. Nicolas Cage is a conductor from the 1920s

[@apcolleen]

That wheelchair train kid was GEEEEKED! What a great family to bring them to watch trains 💙

[@holidaymail]

lol glad to see someone else saw that. He was psyched to see the train!

[@tstewartfan626]

At 32:26 when the lady said she was going to come to every room and introduce herself, the look on Steve’s face was priceless 😊.

[@martyyarbrough9285]

I saw that too! That was cute.

[@briangunn21]

Dessert

[@gonelucid]

​@@briangunn21ikr

[@edevos3108]

Room Attendants do this and it is very pleasant. I have NEVER had a bad room attendant on an Amtrak train. These are the people who prepare your room for sleep at night, make it up in the morning for day use, clean the room, and bring room service food and drinks to you if you wish. And the shower rooms are WELL-APPOINTED and Super Clean. Some Rooms have their own bathrooms as well. Steve did not depict how things really are.

[@juicyj3819]

Travelling with Steve. I like the sound of that. 🇨🇦✊🏻

[@johnlord8337]

Always thought of doing the AMTRAK networks. Now vicarioiusly watching all of this, I can now check this off the bucket list ! And having saved all of rail tourism costs. Thanks Steve !

[@asmradventureasmr]

Right 😂

[@johnlord8337]

Besides, I have driven the majority of these northern states in a car or with 18 wheels, so riding the rails, and seeing all the "back sides" of the rail portions of cities and down trodden parts, I am not so inclined. One can easily see all the same s*** and shinola on the current SanFran streets and greater California et al areas of homeless, graffiti, crime, drudge, grunge, garbage, attitude, sass, arrogance, stoopidity, violence, insanity, irrationality, illogic, unethical, immoral, unrighteous, ... animalistic cultures abounding in and along these rail and bus line terminals.

[@ADF898]

go for it John. It's worth all the $ and hastle for the memories. Never regret not going.

[@tomslastname5560]

this video got me to look up prices for Via Rail cross-Canada tickets, lol

[@LuckyBaldwin777]

My favorite is the California Zephyr. Emeryville (across the bay from San Francisco) to Chicago. You get to go through both the Sierras and Rockies in the daylight. Awesome scenery.

[@LionsOfHope-23]

It took a solid Canadian to expose for us the condition of our Amtrak system... Appreciate the review.

[@PS_____]

Idk about all that. Amtrak is pretty well despised in the US all by its lonesome. I actually lived in a beautiful former train station for two years that still had amtrak service at the building and never found a single trip that made sense for me to take that costed less or was shorter than flying. With Amtrak, you'll spend 2x more than flying to take 15x the time to get where you are going in a practical bus. Disgusting, expensive, and slow. Not sure how they are still in business.

[@barrybb5409]

Since the 90s we called them amcrash. This video explains why.

[@edevos3108]

NOPE. Please don't take Steve seriously on this. WATCH PEOPLE who actually regularly ride the Amtrak Trains. Amtrak is not as bad as Steve says it is. Absolutely NOT. "Grounded Life Travel" is best. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2jPaWCXgbiYhqc

[@PS_____]

@edevos3108 Amtrak is no novelty and there is no shortage of us who do, or have, used their serves regularly. It is better than most subways and more comfortable than Greyhound, but that is about it. When compared to train services outside of the US, Amtrak is horrendous. I have literally taken nicer trains in third world countries that arrived on time, were clean, charged a reasonable amount, and served decent food, which is all more than I can say for Amtrak. I have half a mind to think you work for them, as I have honest to goodness, never run across someone with a positive opinion of the service.

[@The_Sasswagon]

Maybe that speaks to the type of person you interact with more than the quality of Amtrak service. It's pretty easy to find weird chuds in big trucks in North America and it's pretty easy to find people who enjoy riding the train. Just depends on who you talk to. No question many places have better trains, we can agree on that. But Amtrak is far from the worst and is more reasonably priced than you're implying.

[@awoodward37]

"You left the train! The train did not leave you!" lol

[@corycro]

Yes. Steve is the man. I've watched a lot of train travel vids and none of them included the real experience like steve did with the parts where the train person would talk for several minutes with what to do and expect. I mean the train person was over the top and talked and talked and talked. It was great. I want to take a train ride and thats part of the real experience that I haven't seen on other vids.

[@fnln544]

Steve, We absolutely love you. Wonderful to see you happy with a smile. Blessings to you, America, Canada; and the men and women of Amtrak. 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 🍺 🚂. Keith

[@RichardDiamond-cl2os]

Happy travels, Steve!

[@RobAZ928]

This episode has quelled any interest I might have had in going anywhere on an Amtrak. Thanks,Steve.

[@edevos3108]

If your interest is quelled by Steve's trip, then you are very easily MISLED. Once again, I encourage people to watch the KZbin videos by "Grounded Life Travel," and THEN make a decision.

[@robabromavage4907]

@@edevos3108 Yeah... Watched Grounded Life's LA to Miami. Still quelled.

[@cuddlyguineapigs]

The announcer has me rolling 🤣 Steve's reaction to the announcer riffing away was icing on the cake.

[@blastfamus]

Community shower? Whoohoo

[@BannedPhotoshop]

We need segregated trains

[@russianman07]

*SMACKS LIPS* “AYO” 🦍

[@Dawn-RVDestinationsUnknown]

Steve, here you are making my day again! Thank you for another awesome video.

[@TheBiggubosu]

Steve I've been a fan for years now and your videos have helped me through tough times. I'm so glad to see you happy, you deserve it.

[@sharimilbee1415]

Did we see a glimpse of Steve’s friend in the reflection of a window. Good for you Steve. We all want you happy again.

[@KrazyKrzysztof]

aww shit a chick lol

[@ResistTheGreatReset1984]

It should have been obvious when he stopped wearing his ring a few months ago. Not to mention the sporadic posting on his main channel.

[@jareddoesstuff358]

Happy for him, even if she's just a friend. Been a lot of loss for him lately, and he's still only 42 years old. A lot of life ahead of him still hopefully.

[@sharimilbee1415]

@@ResistTheGreatReset1984 She must be really special. I hope we get to meet her this time.

[@Mil_Buri]

@@jareddoesstuff358 Though I never knew her, I'm sure beautiful wife would want him to move on once he took the time to grieve.

[@portnoyportnoy2350nat]

8:32 Steve is not afraid to die. As he said "life I'm coming for you!" You are awesome!!

[@mar-45]

wow nicely sat....great point ☝️

[@starlight7159]

You definitely start to look like the poster child for Amtrack… Was cracking up watching this and remembering my trips…

[@marysalmon2367]

Wonderful video, and a new happiness has entered your soul. Happy for you.

[@williamC8888]

That ended abruptly... You did a good job not making them look as bad as they are... More than fair.

[@NotJustBikes]

This was great! Thanks for bringing us along. I hope you get a chance to ride one of the new Nightjet sleeper trains that are rolling out in Europe. I think you'd enjoy it!

[@MrStanwillis]

Great video, answers my questions about train traveling. Guess I'll stay home and watch others, I'm too old for this stuff. Thanks😊

[@printisdead1983]

This man is stronger than all of us, ive been watching him since a lil bit before he got married hes good ppl

[@60toodles]

in what way is he? Millions of us have lost children, partners etc. So no, he isn't. Try losing a child.

[@dawnpatriot6248]

Im visually impaired and i rode an amtrack from Indianapolis to san diego. Our last stretch was on a bus, and i did it all from coach. It was difficult but the staff was friendly and it was one of the best experiences i have ever had. I made the journey alone, but the staff helped out greatly and i made some friends in the process!

[@jeremyarnold2629]

PBR! Steve is truly a man of the people

[@blakeayers5379]

All the great craft beer in Atlanta and my man drinking the PBR.

[@lavendardust]

When Steve mentions the underground train station. The warmth in his voice when he says, " This looks so good for stealth camping down here." is heartwarming. That's the Steve we all know and love.

[@GGI-Gaming]

Yes

[@angelpeace]

I rode Amtrak from Texas to Ohio, it was quite the experience. Everyone should do it at least once. We love you Steve! 💜😇

[@cee8mee]

I'm liking the longer hair. Casual Steve

[@FirstLast-zw8ip]

Me too, makes him more approachable and cuddly.

[@Riverrat720]

Welcome back steve we're honored to to have you here

[@LisaWhite-e8k]

Why the two spaces between you and here?

[@Riverrat720]

@LisaWhite-e8k why worry a small detail

[@LisaWhite-e8k]

@@Riverrat720 because my OCD says so

[@LisaWhite-e8k]

And it's ridiculous to do

[@mikemadness1607]

As an American, I’m always appalled and embarrassed by the diminishing quality, lack of common courtesy, and the lack of service professionalism in the US. Thanks Steve, a very informative video.

[@ngkngk875]

We are becoming a third world country

[@jasonchiang7414]

Agreed! Once you travel the High Speed rail in Japan and Taiwan. Amtrack experience seems 😱. What a sad state of affairs.

[@LilaHikes]

Welcome to one of many reasons why I stopped flying. I always wanted to travel by rail but not here in the US.

[@monkeysuncle2816]

I love how the 400 pound worker at the end of the video just plants herself in the aisle, oblivious to anyone trying to walk through. SMDH

[@craiggeauxtreaux5862]

That’s what unions do. They ruin everything. They’re not scared to lose their jobs.

[@lindadonahue9279]

I will watch this multiple times I am sure. Steve, you look so happy and that makes my heart smile!!

[@badgerace74]

WISCONSIN! This is my favorite video you've done. From Milwaukee moved to...ugh..Alabama so someone can be with my oldest brother. Whenever the time comes I will bolt outta here and back to civilization. The segments thru Wisconsin brightened my day thank u

[@alinatamashevich3354]

Two rules for living in the South. 1. We don't care how they do it in California. 2. If it's so great up North, Go Back! PS. Roll Tide.

[@pieinthesky163]

Steve left us at a cliffhanger! Can't wait for Step 2 of the video... Steve is a legend!

[@JMR6813]

A LONG Steve video! Yes, please!

[@andrewh8747]

This is gonna be amazing, thank you Steve!

[@ParallaxJack]

Nothing beats and ice cold PBR with a warm meal on a late night train ride. Bless you Steve, thank you for exploring the US!

[@dafreedomfita]

More of this bro, I could watch you going to the supermarket. There is something about your voice that calms me down.

[@Amanda-s7t1r]

Right?!

[@AuntieD.]

Yay, it's Steve! 🎉🎉 Been waiting for this one since the "Where's Wallis" posts. Thanks for sharing your rail adventures with us in a good long one 🍻 ❤ the train 🚆

[@monaminchau4798]

Very entertaining video, Steve! We paused it many times to have lots of conversations around the things you showed us. Whether you are camping or travelling by train, your content is very much appreciated!

[@beer_advocate]

I feel bad for the main channel subs that aren't subbed here. This is great lol

[@asmradventureasmr]

Frankly, I forgot he had a 2nd channel I've been subbed to & didn't realize I was watching it until I saw your comment. 😂

[@pinnaclemotoring8393]

@@asmradventureasmr Same here. Until I read this comment, I thought I just watched a video on the main channel. 🙂

[@RDR911]

Apparently so did the KZbin Algorithm, since I wasnt subbed to this but it sent me here randomly!

[@ToxicNyteShade]

Yea I'm sub on his main never knew this channel was here until just now.

[@qwonstv1]

@@RDR911same

[@slochran2]

Greetings Steve. Thanks for creating this content. That lil cabin looks like a single traveller's dream. Its bigger than some of your stealth camps. You're an inspiration to more people than you could know. Bless you. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🙌🇨🇦

[@wkk3591]

Steve is one of the most wholesome humans ever!!! Much Love from here in Florida!

[@stevenstone307]

I loved it Steve! I really hope you get a chance to do a similar trip in Europe, in the fantastic European high speed rail system.

[@BadlukBikerChick]

This was a good video. I laughed quite a bit. Thanks Steve 😂

[@SteveWallisStep2]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@medullalumosa2594]

​@@SteveWallisStep2Really appreciate your efforts on this one. It must have taken some time and cost a good number of headaches to edit it all together. Thank you! ❤

[@bruiserker]

Have taken the train back and forth from the east coast to Portland, OR as well as east coast to Los Angeles, CA. Love it! Three nights for each trip. It's very relaxing and I love watching the scenery change as we crossed the country.

[@kepler656]

Thanks for the longer video Steve, it was a fun vibe and solved some curiosities I've always had about Amtrak.

[@jeepstuff4004]

Does steve have a new special someone in his life? Congratulations if you do.

[@davepost7675]

"Remember you left the train, the train did not leave you." Nice.

[@TheEyesofSyn]

I cannot express how absolutely stoked I am that you're posting a video like this. I love seeing folks from other countries travel through the US, and I love seeing the different perspectives on places familiar to me. I've traveled around the US a lot, both as a kid, and as an adult, but I've always wanted to do something like this, namely make the trip from Chicago (where I'm at now) across the northern states then down to visit family in California where I used to live, and then back up to Washington to visit my best friend and gaming buddy who lives right across the border. I've always wanted to see Montana, as strange as that sounds. A guy I dated for a couple summers in my very early twenties used to talk about Montana, where he was originally from, with such vivid, beautiful detail, and it really made me want to see all of it's natural beauty for myself. I hope your trips here have treated you well, I know parts of this country can be kind of rough around the edges, but there are so many wonderful gems. -Seeing that Jersey Mike's bag made me so happy, it's by far my favorite sandwich chain, and I'm not just saying that because I always get coupons for their giant subs (which are great after a bit of legal-in-my-state greenery) -Those little bunk rooms on Amtraks look roomier than I expected, that's far more space than I assumed! -the train's shower is nicer than the one in the house share I live in, I'm starting to think I really need to plan a trip soon. -We are not very filtered here in the US sometimes, especially our bored and tired train conductors/pilots/ship captains etc. It's fantastic I'm going to stop there, because though I have so so much more to say, I don't want to make this comment any more of a tedious novel than I've already made it. Needless to say, I'm so very stoked you shared your cross country US trip with us all here. I'll leave it at this- Welcome to the US! I hope your visit was pleasant, the people kind, and the scenery beautiful! Should you ever return, know that a whole portion of your community welcomes you wholeheartedly!

[@davidkinsella7624]

Love the long form content we get over here. Keep doing you Steve!!

[@tdombui]

Hey Steve - I've noticed from your content that you've experienced a lot of personal losses of family and loved ones in the past couple of years. Losing a loved one can be very taxing mentally and emotionally. I'm sorry to hear that and am glad to see that you're staying positive and productive.

[@toomanychickens1771]

He's been through a ridiculous amount of stuff in his life, his beautiful Wife passed, and he lost a great friend as well shortly after. He rebounded after some downs, but you can't keep him down. Now we're hoping he'll embrace the fact that we, as his fan base, will accept his various adventures and choices because we give a shit about him, and his happiness ❤

[@Lt_Tragg]

@@toomanychickens1771 The music hasn’t died. Play on Steve!

[@carolinechaney3287]

​@toomanychickens1771 he lost his mum too

[@toomanychickens1771]

@@carolinechaney3287 far out. He's a battler.

[@TheSilverlady1980]

Keep on stealthing Steve. Your the original. I got cancer at age 42 so many regrets I didn’t get out any enjoy life. Steve keep doing your bucket list life is way too short.

[@scotttyJewT]

Steve.You shoving a camera in my face would be one of the pinnacle highlights in my life.

[@billballoo7881]

Dueling microphones lol. Thanks for this post, reminds me of why I'll never do another Amtrak

[@theblueman3412]

Steve- If anyone can take a boring topic, like this train ride, and make it funny to watch, that person is you! You are so entertaining with your comments, facial expressions, and just the way you pronounce words. Thanks. Georgia, USA

[@MamaStyles]

When you travel on Amtrak you realize how good Via Rails food is 😂I’m jealous as I’m a train travelling lover and my bucket list is to do what you’re doing.Love the videos and doesn’t have to be camping!

[@TheJimNicholson]

I've done Portland OR to NYC and to DC, Amtrak has become my preferred way to cross the US. What makes it better than flying for me isn't so much the trip itself, it's how I feel when it's over.

[@marklanders630]

I used to go coast to coast on GreyHound busses. Non-stop for three and a half days for $68. I would stay drunk the whole ride😃

[@SniperKingz]

@@marklanders630 You're a madman, lol.

[@pizzulo8111]

How much did Amtrak pay you for your comment?

[@thestealthymaltesefalcon]

Glad you could do your Dream Trip Steve, Good for you for knocking it off the bucket list. Enjoyed your video very much. Thank you.

[@googleboughtmee]

I like trains. I like Steve. Ideal video.

[@Emp3440]

love the video I hope you enjoyed Virginia for the little time you were there and I hope you saw the beautiful blue ridge mountains

[@L0xi3]

This is awesome! I love these long train rides and seeing you go on it just makes it all the more better. I hope you enjoyed the trip!

[@steeltentadventures3918]

I saw Steve, I had to hunker down for a few and view. also reminded I needed a "step-2",,,I really didn't mean to rhyme that then I read it. LOL I'm goin with it. Cheers Steve. Cheers Crazy Neighbor.

[@lindawoods6841]

Hi Steve,, this is another awesome video,, I really enjoyed it,, it's nice your traveling with a friend. ♥

[@catherineferguson7388]

Hi Steve, thank you for taking us all with you on your train trip. I’m glad that you have a fan friend with you, it’s good to have some company on a long trip. Thank you for all the info on your trip. All the best buddy, have fun and take care 👍👋✌️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@welcometothenhk]

I don't know why so many comments come from people that are overly invested in your personal life Steve. I'm glad to see you looking happy and going places, regardless of your relationship status (which is none of our business). Thanks for visiting the US. 🇺🇸🤝🏻🇨🇦

[@peregrino9154]

People are obsessed with sex.

[@knuckles-3386]

@@peregrino9154you should see the comments ItchyBoots gets

[@DetectiveTrupo203]

People are obsessed with sex, but it's more than that. It's the type of parasocial dynamic that is common with content creators and their audience. People watch Steve for many hours. They see him camp and work on his property and interact with his friends and people. They get to feel like they know him, especially when he shares his personal life. It's like a one sided friendship, where we begin to know more and more about him and feel a closeness with him. It's similar to the movie Truman Show. So really it's not surprising that people are interested in his personal life.

[@christianherald]

people could be less creepy/direct about it; but to answer your question (with a little more warmth than the standard "parasocial relationship" answer gives), "I don't know why." It's simple: you see good people, you want them to have a good life, across all aspects, facets of life. Everyone here knows that Steve is "good people," so it's only natural to want his life to be well lived and for him to be well supported in his relationships. When someone shows you their honest self (as Steve's online presence is pretty visibly straightforward/honest), it's easy to want to care, and to want for their happiness. It's also uplifting to care when the chance arises, in a often depressing world. People want something good to exist; Steve's that good thing. He's also, frankly, a vulnerable thing; been through a lot. Hope all his people in his life are good people as he finds steady ground again.

[@60toodles]

because he lays his personal life out publicly in public videos. Don't want it public then don't talk about it.

[@OutlawCamper]

Gord Downie and Steve Wallis. Canada’s greatest gifts to the world.

[@mqb17]

This was epic. Thanks for sharing your journey, Steve.

[@mrMacGoover]

The train conductor had me in stitches. 🤣 Steve was so serious.

[@YTStoleMyUsername]

And 32:18 😂😂😂

[@BrendanSmallButera]

Amtrak employees are so awesome!

[@TheShaffers3]

To me all of the staff sounded extremely unprofessional trashy, I would be worried too knowing these people are in charge of a train I’m on.

[@jbravo1445]

@@TheShaffers3oh lighten up

[@ledzeppelinfan1001]

​@@TheShaffers3you just dislike black people.

[@richlebarron8957]

Ayyyy bro you made Us think the guy from the beginning was your "friend" you real slick with that one.. 😂

[@robsutt]

Yaaa I seen that lol

[@dennispeterson2387]

Happy for you finding a FRIEND to travel with, Good for you!

[@mundanestuff]

What an adventure. If you have time to do the trip, do the trip. Also, an amazing trip is Amtrak through the Rockies, which I have not done, but wow, what a trip it would be.

[@AuntieD.]

I did the California Zephyr from Denver to SF area. It was pretty awesome❤

[@KelliGrayoffroad]

This route takes you literally within 500 yards of my house. 😅 We watch the Amtrak train run through all the time.

[@aaronwright6418]

You go steve!! I can feel your your energy through the camera. Keep it up!!💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@outdoormcbain2346]

Best video in a long time. No gimmicks. Just Steve and coming along for the ride with commentary.

[@aclockworkcranberry]

What a quality, funny video. I swear Steve has watched so much Simpsons he’s absorbed the vibe and he flings off Simpsons inspired comments like a gunslinger, it’s brilliant.

[@janmeader4588]

Awesome adventure! Thank you for sharing your trip, and keeping it real.

[@marasanderson1439]

Smart man, Steve! Beer and a sammich!