Coldest hike of my entire life! (Dalton Highway, Alaska) -42° below zero

[@jamesnorris8952]

Hey Brother it's James your Driver from Anchorage was a pleasure meeting you! I'll be watching your videos from now on hopefully we cross paths again!

[@bpow1983]

Thank you for helping him out!

[@daved3948]

Thanks James🖖

[@clems6989]

Thank you for helping shoestring out, Good Man !

[@scottkwidzinski6658]

Hey James, good for you- helping a wandering traveler in the middle of nowhere. It’s good to know people are still helping people, even when no one’s watching.

[@flyinglizards80]

🤗

[@leepatton1180]

This is my favorite video woke up at 3:30am watching these videos I'm really gonna miss seeing shoestring adventures

[@braves9652]

Same😢

[@1mataleo1]

I still feel sick over this. I’ve been watching his Alaska videos; they are my favorite because I feel like he was happiest in Alaska. I’m really gonna miss this guy

[@tmerrick24]

RIP to this nice man. I appreciate his great vids.

[@backdownontheboat6038]

I’m a disabled 46 year old living in rainy Durham, UK. Your adventures are keeping me going! Stay safe my friend.

[@zeez9053]

Hope his adventure with his vaccine turns out well.im just down the road at teesport

[@bigmonmagoomba9634]

Yeah. I’m too crippled up to go anymore but Shoestring let’s me ride on his back.

[@techisgod]

I'm 60 years old. I got you beat. Lol.

[@yeags1383]

RIP Shoestring😪😪 im gonna miss ya bud. RIP

[@ashenverdict]

"I'm still happy inside", best line ever!

[@dougdemaree1963]

A BIG THANKS to Yukon Jerry for giving you some shelter.....

[@treerat6959]

What did I learn when it's this cold tarps and people can break big thanks to Yukon Jerry for looking out for Shoestring your a good man.

[@TheNotMeTube]

You’re not crazy, you’re just Shoestring Crazy! Stay safe please - this world needs you.

[@adamsenna1610]

Hey Shoestring I just watched a video of you in Worcester Ma. If your ever in Massachusetts message me I'd love to met you and help you out with anything you may need coffee money food whatever !!! I enjoy watching your videos train hoping has always been on my bucket list specially thru Alaska stay warm my friend

[@OnlyHuman2.0]

Man 😢

[@malfunctionjunction6212]

Hey there Mr. Shoestring. At least the mosquitos didn't seem too bad this trip.

[@REZNAP]

Damn good point

[@sethk1698]

Always gotta find the silver lining.

[@BroncoDawg]

Absolutely astonishing. So glad locals helped you with shelter. Thanks Alaskans!

[@jimshook39]

Shoestring, you are an inspiration to many. Most people spend their lives existing; you spend yours LIVING. I enjoy following it immensely! Stay safe, my friend.

[@andrewnorris1514]

I like when he says I'm still happy inside

[@renadud]

I just heard that and it made my heart happy for him!

[@theshapeexists]

10 years of my life was partly used watching your videos Mark. If i ever cant sleep i put one of your videos. Thanks for just being you and sharing it with the whole world. Truly one of the most interesting souls I've ever come across.

[@joshg9148]

I wised Shoestring could have spent his last days in Alaska. He said thats where he was truly happy at. RIP 🙏

[@progout]

I can't even begin to comprehend what that kind of cold feels like. Insane images. Thanks for sharing!

[@jonathanlawson4667]

Yeah it's 20 degrees where I'm at right now and I barely can stand that lol I can't imigane -40

[@SuperAWaC]

eventually you stop feeling the cold, and it just feels like numb pain, with little pricks of pain all over as you sweat and it freezes on your skin. it's similar to being in +120F, in that heat you also feel the little pinpricks of pain as you sweat and it evaporates instantly, but instead of a numb pain it's sort of a dull sandy painful tingle. but after you stop feeling the cold, then you slowly start feeling nice and warm, then sleepy, and if you don't act immediately at that point (as in you're not about to be put into shelter and extreme hypothermia treatment), you fall asleep and never wake up. also, if you get into that ice fog he was pointing out, it will kill you even more rapidly. if that ice fog creeps up around you and you're not prepared for it, and rescue isn't minutes away, there's nothing left to do but make peace and prepare yourself. if it wasn't for that trapper rolling by, we may never have seen this video. in extreme cold your body is burning through calories and water like mad, and you require thousands extra calories and liters extra water per day just to exist. he's definitely not carrying enough food/water for the weather he is in. i have been in both situations, the numb prickly pain of extreme hot and cold, but fortunately never past that point.

[@andrewnorris1514]

@@SuperAWaC what job do you do?

[@tyrone6820]

Feels cold.

[@WhiteTrashMotorsports]

Once it gets to about 0 you don't really notice. You just cool off faster

[@michaelharper2339]

Here to remember just scrolling through KZbin and this is one of the first videos of Mark Nichols/ shoestring that I seen a few years ago and just fell into the Shoestring experience! miss this guy! RIP Mark!

[@khancrow8212]

I really thought I was cold today in Florida with it being 46 degrees. Any time I start to complain about anything I try to think about you. Here I am in a warm home vs you in negative 42 degree weather and some how your still happier then me. Your certainly inspiring man! Freedom is happiness and your a perfect example.

[@WasatchTraveler]

"I'm not crazy, I'm just crazy in MY way." -- Shoestring

[@EricSmith-ve7qi]

Still was a goal that some people would not ever consider doing Shoestring!! I think you did great! You got as far as they would let you! Still proud of you!! And your still in Alaska where you love to be! Enjoy what you got and have a good time! Im glad your safe and in a warm room!! Thanks for a great adventure!! Thank you Yukon Jerry for helping Shoestring out!! Please b Safe............

[@shabbymaverick7975]

I remember when Shoe did this video, i was in awe of him. Hey special soul Shoe, we still love you and remember your kind & gentle spirit ❤

[@lorettashepherd.]

So happy to see this video. I've been wondering how you are doing with your personal challenge. I'm happy that the people in Alaska are so kind and watch out for others. You are certainly one strong man. You remind me very much of the Arctic explorers like Ernest Shackleton etc. They were men of a different breed and so are you 🙂. It takes something special to undertake a challenge such as you are doing here. I am continuing to say prayers for your safety and success. Stay warm and safe. 🙏🙏

[@bradforddillman7671]

I’m not kidding: I liked this episode better than most movies. Not even sure why.

[@romeo162006]

Real man vs death makes it exciting.

[@stevenschocket7561]

Real !!!

[@sidv192]

I have been in weather like that and your body tells your brain, "this can kill you" read 'to build a fire' by Jack London,

[@daved3948]

Yes this was epic

[@tedhansen3846]

I petition Clint Eastwood, Ron Howard, and James Cameron to make a movie about "Hobo Shoestring" alias Mark Nichols😊

[@jazzsounds8159]

I'm happy inside, I live on hope. Great Shoestring quote. If only the rest of the world knew this.

[@shonseibert48]

There's still faith in humanity, seems ppl in these remote places are so much kinder than in crowded cities. Be safe........

[@bommathis4742]

Hey Mark..get your butt back to tennesse

[@SanDmaNTheFreakTrucker]

Absolutely. Cities are full of assholes.

[@KQwest98]

Cities are all infested with handouts and entitled creeps

[@Cruyff1899]

Amazing Shoestring!!! You determination and mental toughness is inspiring.

[@CosmosArchipelago]

True. But he was on the very fine line of tough an pure stupidity. You don't truffle with weather such as that.

[@Cruyff1899]

@@CosmosArchipelago Indeed. Per his previous posts he was very aware of the risk he was taking.

[@yourexcellency7774]

If anyone thinks that shoestring is crazy he's not crazy what he is is free.

[@stevenschocket7561]

Yea krazy FREE!!

[@garypierson6455]

You mean a frozen wolf snack

[@GeorgeJansen]

Yes. But Alaska in January! How about free and in South Beach Miami? Southern Texas?

[@paragozar]

Freedom is not free.

[@deville.c]

Isn't that the truth

[@robertcox4546]

Shoestring, you have balls of steel! You are certainly an inspiration to many of us! God Bless you brother and safe travels!

[@TheNotMeTube]

After all that he might have balls of ice! Hope they get thawed out soon.

[@gregsmht40]

Agreed 👍🏼

[@jaedan14]

I’ll say!

[@steveib724]

Shoes a vet he's Seen better days but yes he's fearless

[@sandienochs6132]

“I’m still happy inside”. Friends, that’s the only attitude that will get you through your life. Thank you Shoestring, from Sterno Stan, now in Portugal.

[@SweetUniverse]

I know this cold. I live in northern Minnesota about an hour from the Canadian border. I've been out in cold like this twice in my life. Never again.

[@HouseParty13]

Keeping us on edge shoestring! Rock on brother, we know and pray that you are safe, happy, and free.... and relatively warm🔥

[@Exilemainstreet]

We've been following you at work. Sorry you're having such a rough time, Mark.

[@neco4114]

You are not crazy, You are attracted to Adventure, seeing new places, and finding new journeys to take on. I have this exact same flame burning inside of me. I have hitchhiked this country corner to every corner. I really enjoy your videos. You should really be safe and mindful of elements when leaving the lower 48. God bless

[@AS1llyPenguin]

Oh damn, it looks incredibly cold there, Mark. Nice photo with the Dalton Highway sign! Nothing quite like a feature length Shoestring film!

[@REZNAP]

Great video as always Sir! My Uncle in Montana always said, "20 below makes you appreciate 20 above." Wise Words!

[@ciirca97]

Hey Panzer

[@saltzen961]

Wow , the view outside of Yukon Jerry's car window ( when he was taking you to Yukon camp ) was terrifying . You came "that" close ( Too close ) to freezing to death if he hadn't found you . Full marks to Jerry for realizing you were in trouble , and rescuing you !!!!!!!!!!

[@mtmals9786]

Remarkable Shoestring, thanks for voicing your deeply personal feelings and observations..."..here the earth is tilted back away from the sun..." while standing on a -40 below zero deserted highway! Good sense and luck maketh a rich soul.

[@mauricebattle978]

You will be one of those people that can say "I did it all." Stay safe and happy! Thanks for the content as usual!

[@raymondszybowicz7597]

What a servivior thank you for the people that helped him .

[@CityNDN]

shoestring the extreme hobo

[@deville.c]

Truestory

[@Boobooocittypuk]

Extreme or crazy either one works in this situation I'd be heading straight for key west for a year after I left there lol actually you wouldn't catch me that far north nope no way anyways stay safe shoestring and stay warm

[@doz3r943]

👍

[@CR7GOATofFootball]

@@Boobooocittypuk I love snow and cold.

[@TheGitWizzard]

Yeah, Stobe needs to step up his game! LOL!

[@Rick-kw3cc]

I don’t think that you’re crazy at all. You’re an adventurous, brave man God bless you

[@RetLt116]

The guy in the pickup didn’t drive away from you, he had an oversized load placard and he was a pilot vehicle for the oversized loads you saw after, he was waiting for them to catch up. I work in Prudhoe Bay up north of you and the pilot vehicles are common.

[@TheHoboShoestring]

Yeah I figured that out after seeing the two trucks

[@andrewnorris1514]

@@TheHoboShoestring hows that reindeer taste?

[@TheHoboShoestring]

@@andrewnorris1514 Pretty good.. I have it quite often... I've been told it's less nutritious than most meats except caribou.... Caribou is supposedly the least fattening and nutritious of all mammal meats

[@andrewnorris1514]

@@TheHoboShoestring Buddy God Bless stay safe one day at a time

[@thomasrhodes5013]

I notices 65 dislikes and I can't figure them out. Shoestring is so totally honest with us that there is no call to get angry and dislike anything.

[@Justice4Peanut]

Be careful Shoestring. I'm praying for your safety.

[@1950harleycharley]

Wow!!! I could imagine how cold you were....I grew up in the hills of PA and saw 42 below zero many times...We didn't have the warmest clothes and our feet would just about freeze off...there is real danger in being out in that cold and I am sure glad there was a guardian angel around!! Stay safe Mark!

[@karenatha7890]

You're cracking me up saying it's warming up only 8 below. If I was a tree I'd be shivering!

[@johnfoltz8183]

Suddenly 22 degrees in the early morning doesn't seem too bad right now.

[@iiigraghu]

Your experience of thirty one years counting. You had an amaaaaazing stamina and grittttttt to bear the frozen wilderness and made us to join your mind blowing endeavour. Hearty Greetings from India 🎉

[@gilljo1]

that's hardcore shoestring. thanks and stay safe.

[@terrysinger7828]

I was very nervous for you! Your a very brave man. Be careful, and stay warm.

[@dozer1642]

Some people might think you are crazy. The rest of us know it. Lol, Keep it up brother, you are the trooper. That snow depth doesn’t look that bad, but that air temp is colder than most humans have ever had to deal with. Here in the central Sierra Nevada high country, we’ve gotten about three feet of snow in the last day or so. Nonstop snow storm that is gonna get worse in the next few days. I absolutely love it. Winter is what separates the men from the boys and If that’s the case, then you are THE man. Stay safe my brother. Thanks for taking us along on this mission.

[@colbeyholder2695]

been following shoestring for the better part of a decade now, gotta say man- loving the direction & quality of your work. Stay safe, warm , sane & healthy.

[@cashcat4lyfe822]

Holy moly. I've worked in an ice cream freezer at a big store and it wasn't as cold as that. -25 is how low it got. I can't imagine below -40 lol. Stay safe and keep warm man

[@cbt1960]

Thanks for taking us along on your adventure. I can’t even fathom that kind of cold. Glad you made it back to civilization safe. Look forward to the next chapter in you Alaska adventure!!

[@proera2247]

Experienced -46 degree temps a few years ago and it's no joke. Safe travels

[@debs5157]

You are a joy to watch! I'm actually not too worried for you cause you seem to have angels watching over you. Some of the things you say have me cracking up!!!! Keep making these vids!❤

[@deenavanheuveln9258]

Thanks for the laughs. We enjoy your sense of humor. 👍 Great to see the landscape up there. ❄️

[@inlandwatchreviews5745]

Hello shoestring I hope you are doing better. My father told me about riding the rails in the depression and sleeping outside. I love your videos keep them coming. You are a true American who is truly free .

[@clarkh4130]

Been wondering about you on your journey up north, I was happy to see a new post, that meant you didn't freeze too death.. Be safe

[@riffdigger2133]

What an amazing adventure. You really did well in the extreme cold. Love the shots of the wood stove!

[@clarkh4130]

"My tarp was sooo cold it Snapped" hahaha I request you to head immediately to the south Caribbean for a week long thaw on the beach

[@kimnelson1654]

.Just came across your you tube channel couple weeks ago. I really enjoy watching. You live free- the way you want to live.

[@CSA1861]

Ha loved the star wars references, Just glad you didn't get caught up in a blizzard! Nice Adventure shoestring

[@willanderson5088]

So amazing all of the things you’ve seen.

[@willanderson5088]

Rest in peace good man. Hope you’re finally truly at rest

[@corywoehlke]

No Mans Land Population: 1 Stay strong brother.

[@jaedan14]

Facts

[@carlmorgan8452]

Yukon Jerry , thanks 😊❤

[@billgreer870]

Its rough up there camped 5 nights on Mt. Mckinney ( Denali) road ....saw northern lites at wonder lake. The 1 tent campground was hairy ,this was back in 1979 . Its hard to sleep. When u get that cold . Tks for the video darn glad i live in Texas

[@levikelley1842]

I know I dont know you personally but it seems like you are having the best years of your life right now, and I'm glad to be watching it unfold. If you're ever around Daytona beach Florida, I'd be happy to let you have a "pit stop" round my place

[@johnhalder471]

Shoestring doesn't do florida.i don't blame him.its flat and full of mosquitos.btw, I'm in Edgewater! Howdy neighbor!

[@levikelley1842]

@@johnhalder471 I live in Florida shores! Small world isn't it!!

[@davidford2169]

I am watching your video's,playing catchup whilst you get better after your operation. Dave.UK 🇬🇧🙏

[@romeo162006]

You sir look crazy and do crazy things, but say some of the most introspective and wise things. My biggest take away is you respect everyone every where you go and that's how you survive.

[@sinceramorrison4840]

This is awesome.....THANK YOU !!! Your journey was and is Awesome! God Bless You!!

[@bnrowdy]

Hey shoestring stay safe on the rails... can you all spread my dads memorial around anyways you can... retired CSX engineer and I watch him lose his battle to cancer... God bless you all... love the vids!!!

[@lorettashepherd.]

bnrowdy, so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your dad keep him alive for you forever

[@mfog5543]

Thank God you are okay and survived the journey. We all live vicariously through you. We are all thoroughly entertained and proud of what you are doing and in a lot of ways jealous that you are such a free spirit. May God bless you on all of your travels.

[@zaheercharles487]

It has been confirmed: You are The Man!

[@michaelbradley2285]

Thanks for showing us winter in Alaska . Beautiful views. What a fantastic journey that few would dare to make or even try.

[@roberthardy2013]

You’re a damn sight braver than me, good luck and happy trails up there! I can’t believe that another human being can’t find you a room of sorts overnight when you’re in that sort of environment. Most people help others in those sort of extreme conditions.

[@scottkwidzinski6658]

This is priceless. I’ve never seen anything like this before. Great work, Shoestring.

[@jasonbentleybrown]

For awhile I lived in an area where the locals could tell the air temperature by the kind of squeak sound made when walking on the snow. The sound from your daylight portion of video brought back cold, cold memories. The after sunset sounds, I do not think I've ever heard that kind of cold. I was warned that if I got too cold I would not feel it. The tell tale was a wandering mind and loss of attention to details. And, we never went out alone in that kind of cold. Fortunately, somebody always "kept the home fires burning" that season.

[@vissitorsteve]

So great to find your channel...the last of the true American pioneers!

[@LelaE34]

It's gorgeous there but that cold is too much. Save travels to you Shoestring. 🙏❤

[@doughannah4051]

Man you are tuffer than the rails you ride. Glad you are safely back in a warm place. Love the vids.

[@boodrowmalone75]

I remember crossing that Yukon river bridge on New Year's eve Y2K heading for Pump Station 5. It was -62F and I was about the only vehicle on the road.

[@jaedan14]

Wow

[@Vester661]

Its awesome all the places u go an have been ive only been 5 or 6 states haven't been out west ,well hopefully soon.keep up doin awesome things. Have a blessed day

[@Invisibleman-v7v]

RIP SHOESTRING your an icon and a hero veteran

[@dannybennett7483]

You put a purposes in your heart and now you have won the victory! Not only for you but that inspired me and no telling how many more. Now that's a gift one that keeps giving. Also meet a friend today because of you. I seen an talked to Bazz today. Didn't know him about a month ago but seen him on your channel. Thanks again for the inspiration!

[@MrDoggydog68]

Shoestring you amaze me . I could not be in the cold like you I would be by the wood stove . That place looked " Luddicruss " cold . Glad you made it back to civilization. Take Care Shoestring.

[@dudetingle8852]

Sending love and warmth!!! Watched this update with my dad and it gave us time together..... We got a great laugh when my dad yelled at the tv as you put TP in the fire!!!! So thankful for bringing us on your journey!!!!

[@larry5948]

Shoe... I’m just crazing enough to sit in a warm house watching those crazier than me doing what I wish I was crazy enough to try ..

[@morecm3322]

Safe travels brave soul... You are an amazing person to bring us along with you. God bless you and keep you safe.

[@tracksideguy1228]

Be safe out there. I’m in Alberta and it was only -24 today without the wind but that was bad enough while working. Hope you catch a ride home soon and stay warm !

[@MrAcmove]

Since I’ve been a little kid, it seems ; the dichotomy of nature /mankind and wanderlust of the next horizon has ALWAYS intrigued me. Hard to explain. Thank You Mr Shoestring for the rides, adventures and detailed information on so much! You’re truly keeping the dream alive for so many of us....These uploads are inspirational gifts and really a call to get my ass off the tracks before the train gives me no choice.lol Spectacular photography. Sensational commentary. Enriched now to get up positive and appreciate and utilize some of life’s blessings like you do!! Thank you Sir

[@D3cker1]

"I'm still happy inside."... YOU are a legend.

[@1paparico]

You are a brave man geezer, been following you for a while, you are a teacher with a lot of information that the world did not think it needed. (it Does) Good luck to you mate.

[@kevinrice4909]

The Iceman cometh...no doubt he's the Man... Shoestring my hero

[@jimmyfaherty8588]

I can't believe you were there. That was crazy. RIP SHOESTRING. Amazing you made it that far

[@ShowCat1]

"I'm not crazy, I'm just crazy in my way." There is something brilliant about that statement. Thanks for taking us along.

[@raymondszybowicz7597]

One of my favorite Shoestring videos.

[@robertfury295]

You are an amazing adventurer!

[@arrowen39]

Hobo I admire your tenacity for life , survival skills and diy info..I also am learning a lot from you about the railroad system. My hunting friend and I walk railroad tracks a lot to access public hunting land and learning about the trains from you is helpful.. we hunt w longbows and the conductors who have seen us have been nice. hopefully we won’t get caught in the wrong place and sited for walking on the tracks.. love your vids!

[@jamesakers1175]

Great that you found a place to thaw out. Stay warm. If you have to get off the road and build a fire every so often. But be safe we know you will give it your best.🚂🚂🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@DIYTearDropJay]

So glad you made it somewhere warm to defrost. You sir, are a rare breed! I admire your ambition to achieve your goal but also respect your decision to stop where you did. Stay warm my friend. Safe travels! As always, I look forward to your next adventure!

[@1eyejackffs934]

Catching a ride with an Alaskan Metalhead, we're everywhere. Love the video sir, not only entertaining, but educational as well.

[@johnleeper7997]

Frosty the hobo I glad we didn't have to wait until spring for you to thaw out it's beautiful up there but that's way to cold to be outside walking!