3 Years Living In My Jeep (Q&A)

[@drewsimms]

Thanks for all the continued support! Make sure to drop any additional questions you have for me down in the comments and I'll do my best to answer them!

[@trisharay3572]

Do you plan on camping in the Blue Ridge mountains?

[@lawrencef3560]

could you talk about how you learned your professional filming skills? did you take classes? self taught? could you give some advice?? It seems every single youtuber have some very good filming skills. I was just wondering how. Thank you

[@drewsimms]

@@lawrencef3560 Everything was self taught! All through youtube and just trial and error. I started filming and taking photos on a go pro about 4 years ago and learned lightroom. photoshop, and premiere pro all through youtube. Best thing you can do is just go out and shoot as much as possible and don't get discouraged. I would say I am really only happy with 5% of my work from the last 3 years, the other 95% has been the "trial and error" part of learning and finding my style. It takes time and I definitely still have a ton to learn and grow so make sure to have patience when first starting out!

[@drewsimms]

@@trisharay3572 Would love to do some camping on the east coast

[@_dakotaflick]

Aside from everything else being incredible, what’s the song in the beginning of the video?

[@MrWinger1951]

You definitely have the most outstanding, visually stunning, well edited videography/photography presentations of any of the "overlanding" category channels on YT.

[@rupturedspeaker3684]

Agree.

[@drewsimms]

Really love to hear that! Thanks for all the support man

[@FunUnlimited-vw1ig]

@@drewsimms I also like to travel like you and post video in our country. Do sponsors contribute when you make that video?

[@janellekiara7220]

Perfectly happy with you not being a weekly or even “regular” uploader. And it makes complete sense, hearing how you talk about this lifestyle, that you wouldn’t ever vlog (especially coming from someone who is also an introvert) but I think that’s also why so many of us enjoy your sporadic uploads. The quality and dedication that you put into your work and we get to watch it for free?? That’s more than enough imo. Have always been interested in the on the road lifestyle so thanks for the Q&A!

[@ZWill07]

You said everything I was thinking…literally.

[@33jayy]

@@ZWill07 Yep, It was like someone just read my mind 😅 Best comment in this video 🤗

[@drewsimms]

Thanks so much for this Janelle! Really appreciate the kind words and the support.

[@preityprerna]

I bought new 4K TV and the first thing we saw to test was your beautiful shots. It was nice to know more about you. All the best for your upcoming changes. Have a great time always. More power to you! 🌷💐

[@drewsimms]

Wow, really Love to hear that! Thanks for all the support, means alot!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Definitely can relate to appreciating the undocumented moments and pockets of solitude. Few things compare to being alone out there in such beautiful places. Also huge thanks for the shoutout, you’re the best ☺️🙌🏻

[@drewsimms]

Very well said! And of course, after I saw the excel sheet I knew I would not be able to come close to giving that indepth of an explanation haha

[@RVingwithG]

so true! Nice to see you here...

[@MagnumoftheMountains]

Hey Drew, I wanted to just take a moment to compliment you on your talent and skill. That opening is awe-inspiring, of the sort of caliber expected in a National Geographic program. Well done! I admire your tenacity, bravery, and creativity in choosing this life. Whether you keep doing this, or eventually stop and own a home, you'll always remember this incredible portion of your life.

[@Singinbluebird]

I work at home for 2 years and watching this guy roadtrip and put up these wondetful videos of nature, national parks, trees and scenic drives and the western frontier's beauty has amazing 👏. Thank you Drew! Us boring office job people are living vicariously through you and other travelers on youtube. Keep it up. The cinematography is just breathtaking and the music is 👌💗. Hope to see it one day too.. We love this channel . Thank you !

[@devo9073]

Your videos are like a hit of dopamine, waited patiently for the upload!

[@drewsimms]

Thanks! Love to hear that

[@lusasilva4643]

You are right: first enjoy, then film! All the Best to you!

[@nickhamerlynck7919]

Hey don’t be afraid to show your struggles, you’re human. We all experience the same thing u do, keep going as long as you can.

[@drewsimms]

Very well said Nick!

[@pacosub999]

We all want to make our dreams come true, but few dare to take that step to make them come true. You are one of those who have been able to do it. Thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@drewsimms]

No better time than now to take the first step in whatever it is you want out life. Thanks for all the support!

[@62mer]

I’m really digging the effort you put into the framing and lighting on even this Q&A. That mist is really neat 😎

[@drewsimms]

Fog/mist definitely added a cool vibe for the video! Thanks for watching!

[@arielrodilla874]

Hi Drew, great video: got couple of more questions: How do you deal/upload such massive files onto social media/websites? By visiting coffee shops or do you have satellite internet ? Security - how would you handle sketchy situations? Possible break ins, etc? How reliable is the jeep nowadays? Do you service it more often than ever now that it has taken a beating on the road? (I’m a jeeper myself) Keep it up, great work!

[@ThisMarv]

He must be hyped about Starlink once they unlock it for travel

[@drewsimms]

Great questions! I just have to head to a coffee shops or libraries for uploading large files. If I am working on a big project that requires alot of time, I will do an airbnb for a night or two just so I have a place to work all day and can upload the video/files overnight. Just makes more sense and is a better use of my time than sitting in a coffee shop for 6 hours watching files upload. Just depends on the project. I haven't had anything too sketchy happen with break ins. I'm just always smart about where I park and all my gear is locked up pretty securely when I am away from the jeep. My jeep has definitely been put through the ringer the last 3 years. Left Florida at 75,000 and just hit 150,000 miles a few weeks ago, alot of that being offroad miles. It has held up great till this point (knock on wood haha). Just servicing it regularly and changing fluids and no major issues.

[@brianthebrian3889]

@@drewsimms 25,000 miles each year is nothing...... I use to put 20,000 miles just on motorcycle road trips each year with that said your miles have been nice although your wheels need more wear my friend 🤪

[@Dallen112]

I am SO glad to have found your videos. They are so well made and so entertaining. Thank you for doing what you love.

[@adrianlopes6865]

he says hopefully it wasnt too painfull but I hope you know its delightful and we can barely pick up that vlogging or talking into a camera is something you're not the best at because its just as good as those mindblowing shots

[@Slimeyeddread247]

Drew's videos are amazing, inspiring and good for the soul. Truly great art.

[@AvaLight143]

Once upon a time I had plans to live the lifestyle you and so many others do Due to illness I’m unable to So to be able to lay here and watch you live such an adventurous breathtakingly beautiful life that you do Warms my heart and soul Haha if I watch enough videos in one night I actually feel like I have been on them w you all Thank you for that I genuinely love & pray for you all Keep the videos coming I adore them and one day when my time here comes to an end I will be gracefully traveling with y’all ⭐️ Sending huge hugs from Louisiana

[@fendr1962]

Thank you for your very honest answers about 24/7 being out on the road. Yes! With the great views and with beautiful music most of the videos that people watch with amazement think it’s a fantasy land where your living a total dream. But I am thinking how many times you stop and position your camera to get a 15 second or 20 second shot. Or stopping to fly your drone. And yes all the time cutting wood, or getting setup and to tear down, or stop to buy provisions, or find a place to cleanup, etc., etc. And if your out solo I would think you do experience loneliness as you have mentioned. So the bottom line is that what you do isn’t for just anybody. It takes a special type of person. Thank you for you living your dream and sharing it so the rest of us can lay in bed in our nice warm cozy surroundings and experience what you do vicariously!

[@francisngo]

Hey Drew! Your Jeep build has been an inspiration for my SUV. The quality in your videos is out of this world - especially the drone footages. I started living on the road three months ago and can say, as an aspiring content creator and introvert myself, it takes a lot of time and energy to make videos, let alone at the quality that you’ve made. I agree that the best time I’ve had outdoors is when I’m by myself and not worrying about filming. And speaking of solitude, for me, spending a lot of time alone, I actually have become more social and because I’m outside, I meet like-minded people like Mike from going farther! Anyway, thanks for taking the time to make this informative video! It’s reassuring to hear we share similar struggles of working in the passenger seat and sleeping with little to no headspace in the vehicle. Best of luck to you in your future! And maybe Ill see you on the road!

[@drewsimms]

Thanks for the kind words Francis! Just checked out your channel, awesome build man and love to hear you've been on the road. Also really digging the red Forerunner! It can definitely be challenging to find the balance in filming/just enjoying the outdoors without the camera rolling. Hope to see you on the road man

[@gearlist]

Heck of an intro Drew! Great Q&A 👍

[@lekupeabraham7637]

Oh my goodness Drew Simms you videos quality is always second to none😏

[@samyadav006]

Your intro is just amazing! Absolutely!! You know what your audience likes to watch!

[@sabrinasnyder2108]

I've recently been learning about overlanding and car camping and I'm excited to take my SUV to try a couple of weekends in it! Thanks for sharing a piece of your world to inspire people like me to get out and get into nature. All the best to you and your career

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Sabrina! Love to hear you are getting out on the road yourself!

[@FrancisSiuChock]

Drew, thank you so much for this awesome video! I really appreciate that you were honest in stating that a lot of these KZbinrs and Instagrammers over glamorize being on the road. Christian also mentioned the same thing and I truly appreciate that you are both realistic and letting us know it's just like life, there will be ups and downs! I also really appreciate that you are not just putting out videos for the sake of it and you want to produce quality videos, especially with your cinematic editing! Stay safe and healthy!

[@davejohanson4951]

It was awesome to hear more about how/why you do this. I found it genuinely interesting.

[@ShantanuMonga]

What an Authentic Q&A man... Respect 🙌

[@buffalolizard]

Drew, your pure videography is a cut above all the rest...extra ordinary intros!

[@garvbalotia3961]

I’ve searched and watched videos of creators like yourself but no one matches the vibe and level of your videos. Absolutely love them.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks man! Really appreciate hearing that

[@Jarjarblinkerz]

Some good questions! Can’t wait to see the next video!!!

[@davehabanon9932]

Me too

[@drewsimms]

Thanks! New video Coming very soon!

[@alexanderneal631]

great video for sure, many questions and doubts removed. Thank you and glad to hear the new change.

[@michelebaker6001]

I just bought my first Jeep. Going to go camping this summer . Then after that who knows. Thanks for sharing your videos. I just found your channel today so I will be catching up.

[@RishiMeena]

The cut scenes at the start of the video tho🔥 Drew is one of the most underrated content creators here. Love your transparency.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Rishi! Really appreciate it!

[@armithel3133]

Why is the first question even a question. Love your work Drew! Helps me get to sleep at night. Take care of yourself bud

[@joshleal9811]

Hey drew. Thank you for share the Q & A video. Very nice to know more about you. I wish you the best and never give up. 🏆🏆🏆

[@nishantbardoloi2234]

Showed all your videos to my mom and we are enjoying it thoroughly.Lots of love from Mumbai,India :)

[@mikemcgeehan4321]

Great Q&A. Thanks for letting us inside. Keep creating.

[@NandinaeyNDara]

Hey Drew! Absolutely love your content, I just have one suggestion I wanted to submit. I like your previous videos where you narrated within the video too. Could we see a return to the old format soon?

[@zecruton3839]

Agreed 👍

[@wasiTheweeb]

Yes me too. Really loved the old format.

[@pavansaikalyan5333]

Yes!!

[@bigz5262]

He should try a mix of both

[@sabrinasnyder2108]

Me too!

[@thehumanchris]

That cinematic intro almost has be crying because of how much I honestly envy this lifestyle and can't wait to build it for myself too 😭 Huge props for that intro Drew...absolutely bonkers beautiful. Hats off to you. Now on with the rest of the video :D

[@imgoodru2840]

Me too... "gotta get outta this place ".... so want this life...

[@sgrvtl7183]

good Q&A, I am new to your channel (2weeks) and I liked hearing what you had to say. I have thoroughly enjoyed!

[@douglasshamberger6141]

Your setup is so perfect, I hope to get a version of this on a Subaru in the future

[@jonbigwheel]

Big life changes? More to come? We are all intrigued and excited to follow you on your next adventure wherever it takes you. Btw, the Merch is bomb!! I get compliments on my tee every single time I wear it! Love your videos Drew! Keep it up!!

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Jon! Really appreciate the support and love to hear you liked the merch man! Means alot brotha

[@jeffg4531]

Drew really great clip. Good to see you talking in this one. Really appreciate the honesty and your experience and that has to motivate others. Good work mate.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Jeff! Appreciate it man

[@kawabus]

Amazing stories and footage. Looking forward tot he next chapter.

[@tobby6312]

Hi Drew! I respect your honesty. Enjoy your time with nature.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Tobby!

[@hramakrishnaiah413]

Very honest and you speak from the heart. All the best

[@drewsimms]

Appreciate all the support!

[@mcravenufo]

Thank you Drew. Love your content and look forward to each video. Excited to see what you have coming up.

[@jdthompson3255]

I shouldn’t have watched your video the first day it came out: now I gotta wait another four weeks for the next video! Thanks for sharing! Love living vicariously through those who are able to travel so freely, especially those with such quality content!

[@drewsimms]

Haha another video coming this week! Thanks for the kind words and continued support!

[@xrayfish2020]

A toliet or 'bathroom' on the move is two plastic bags and wet ' baby' wipes and the job is done 👍

[@jessg8379]

Drew you are great on camera. Totally get that you hate it but you are very relatable and ppl appreciate your humility I think. Beautiful journey. Blessings as you go through your growing pains. Your world is expanding and is clear good things are coming for you. Keep going, you inspire us all who wish to be in wilderness full time as well.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks so much for the kind words Jess. Really means alot

[@vynidalopes251]

Came across your channel, this video, quite recently. Truly enjoyed all the epic scenes 👍 very breathtaking! Aloha from HAWAII 🤙

[@buffalolizard]

Drew, as a creative artist now 47 years, I consider myself “a hunter and gatherer” so to speak...I do enough each day to hunt and gather creative content and imagery. Each day leads to the next with new discoveries and achievements. Keep it up as you said, don’t over think it!!!

[@mattkim85]

I freaking love your videos. Especially the camera work. My cat seems to enjoy your video as well! lol

[@Technomage1700]

Your videos are breathtaking!

[@davidgervais4039]

I think it would be really cool to see you do another build from the ground up. I think maybe a gladiator would give you more real-estate to be a bit more comfortable then your current jeep. Love the content!

[@timmieolean]

Always happy to see your new videos✨🤗

[@MattDRT0358]

Looking forward to hearing about these life changes!! Thanks for the insight into the journey

[@Kimillions]

Hey Drew! I know this isn't your favorite video format so I'm extra grateful for you taking the time. lol Questions: How do you stay in such good shape? Your meals are pretty healthy and you hike, anything else? Also, how do you handle physical mail? Most businesses have a paperless option but for everything else? Can't wait for your big news!! 💃🏽 As always, safe travels and thanks for sharing! 😊

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Kim! Really appreciate hearing that. Haha I do a ton of hiking so that helps keep me in decent shape. I have all my physical mail sent to my parents house in florida right now. Or if I'm getting packages in I get them shipped to salt lake or amazon lockers, ups pick ups, friends houses, etc...

[@Kimillions]

@@drewsimms Oh ok. Makes sense. Thanks!

[@vedantwagh3131]

Finally drew sir spoke yess 😂 Would love if you talk more in the video/vlog sir

[@animallovers459]

Your life is so enviable I want to live like this

[@coreyscott5655]

What makes your content unique is definitely the amazing Cinematic aspect of your videos! They draw me in so much I love how you always have such a build up to the start and just pulls you in like a movie I love it. I myself have a truck and love. amount out in my home area in the highlands of Scotland and want to Start filming some content and your videos definitely give me great ideas to make it happen. 👌👌

[@joakimericssonphoto]

Hitting the like button after the intro as usual. Love your work, keep it up !

[@drewsimms]

Love to hear it man!

[@RVingwithG]

WOW, the stories you could tell!

[@AtikAilesi]

Hi Drew ✌🏻I like your style , thanks for the great video 💛

[@drewsimms]

Really appreciate it Atik!

[@monicayami2298]

Beautiful shots Drew!

[@michaelfrymus]

Bought a 4Runner a few months ago and turned it into a camper. Its a temporary build as Im still saving up for a proper 2000w battery and a large fridge. Ended up with this SUV as vans are too big and pretty obvious someone live in them, so I though a low top cargo van would be best, but I wanted a 4WD and those are very hard to find, so I ended up with an 09' Toyota 4Runner. Im going to have a little office space with external computer monitor & a webasto heater! Never seen one on a 4Runner, so this should be exciting. Im currently living in Alberta, crashing at someones till I get my heater since sleeping in -20C or lower is not fun

[@azelus1012]

Hi Drew you had mentioned the limitations of drone shots over national parks. Apparently it is something that is now available for content creators as yourself to do i believe as long as you’re a crew of less than 4. I’ve seen many other content creators reference this in the past few months. Keep up the great work :)

[@fancyandfreeoutdoors]

Drew! So happy you did this! I been waiting! But I have a question about entertaining yourself. What keeps you from being bored?

[@stephendoyle3352]

Hi Drew....Great to see you again on KZbin and the Q and A you did was great. I'm a GREAT fan of your work and channel. Keep up the FANTASTIC work you do and looking forward to hearing about your big life changes that you hinted you're going to share. Take care and all the best from Steve in the UK

[@drewsimms]

Thanks stephen! Really appreciate the continued support man.

[@roverlanding9438]

Wealth of knowledge and advice-as always. Excited to hear about your big news!

[@drewsimms]

Thank you! Excited to share

[@tsubodzuka]

Looking forward to experiencing what you have in store for the future!

[@drewsimms]

Excited to share!

[@michaelsantiago7093]

broooo, those cliff shots were unreal! love your content man, shit is actually inspiring.

[@xxkaiserxx2505]

Dude I miss you so bad I can’t wait to see those winter camp

[@matrafa]

Great learning more about you! Love your style of vids. As you mentioned, “being on the road is tough” so it’s much more important to us that you find joy in your work and and comfortable with the frequency- this will ultimately be reflected in the vid quality. All of us know vloggers that switched to weekly and the content quality suffered- nothing worse.

[@arturodelloro9855]

You’re a inspiration mate! Keep going! Regards from Chile

[@drewsimms]

Appreciate it man!

[@rupturedspeaker3684]

Great Q&A Drew!!

[@drewsimms]

Thank you!

[@adriantxu]

Dude, I love your channel. I've been following you for around 2 years now and I really dig how you've grown as a content creator and how your work gets better and better. I mean, that shot at 00:55, are you kidding me? I have some feedback I'd like to share, I really can't help myself in wanting to make your content even better. You should use larger fonts for your titles. I thought the same when I saw your Utah video a couple of months ago. I think it's a little hard to read given the ratio to the screen size, regardless if you see it on a phone, a laptop or a big screen. Other than that, I can only say as we say in spanish: "Envidia de la buena". Keep up the amazing work!

[@mjzigzag]

You're such a great storyteller, it's going to be neat to see what you do next! This was really interesting Drew - Thank you for sharing!

[@samhartfieldlewis5247]

Nice one glad you highlighted the realistic time and feel of been mobile like that. Also the filming and editing time scales for stuff you do, I think it’s good too take time with stuff. No idea how people edit videos so quickly, sitting at a computer that long would make me crazy. I just do a few hours here and there but videos and photos do take ages not my job though just for fun. Nice one thanks go steady

[@mdpiash7418]

Sir,plz make more videos.i just love to watch your videos.

[@willywalking]

Bro, I love your videos good job! 💯🇸🇻 Bless from El Salvador

[@greg-time]

Wanted to say thanks for your hard work and skillset in producing these cinematic works. You've got a gift. I'm fascinated by the art of digital storytelling. Best wishes going forward. :)

[@drewsimms]

thanks greg!

[@GriffinConway]

So I’m assuming a van is coming 😁 stoked to see it bro! always love your videos

[@scottchen4098]

That intro, man. SENSATIONAL!!!!

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Scott!

[@lukedavis3545]

absolutely love this video and hearing your voice

[@theortegas5502]

Thank you Drew for all the work and passion that you put in... Great info and I am always super inpatient to watch your content... Blessings

[@drewsimms]

Thanks for the continued support!

[@theortegas5502]

The bathroom question is the reason number one that folks don't go out! That should not be the reason to eliminate the blessing to see nature 🤩..

[@wesalnawabi9396]

Amazing , definitely hard work

[@dagsct]

Definitely agree with you man keep doing what you’re doing, your style of video is a model for me quality over quantity all the way, and more importantly to not turn what you’re doing into a job that will detour from the reason you started on it. Congratulations on your success keep it up and thank you for sharing!

[@kushagravardhan2558]

YOUR DRONE SHOTS ARE 🔥🔥🔥

[@drewsimms]

Thanks!

[@mcstivi]

Drew, this is inspiring. Good for you to experience and do this life, all while building something potentially very lasting. I am glad you have some upcoming changes, and whatever you do, I'm sure you will succeed.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks for the kind words. Really means alot

[@jmpriester]

I don't think I've seen any of your videos, but clicked anyway. That intro was amazing! I had to stop the video to type this. Well done my friend. Subbed and liked already.

[@drewsimms]

Glad you made it over to the channel! Thanks for the sub!

[@moe_1886]

Great Q&A Drew. Appreciate you taking the time to share a few things about yourself and I think you're pretty good at talking to yoursel...I mean into the camera! 🤭 Have thoroughly enjoyed your vlogs and always look forward to them, whether it's a few weeks apart or a few months. All the locations you have taken us to have been so, beautiful, stunning, amazing, breathtaking and everything else a thesaurus can describe, and it's something you just can't rush and besides, you should enjoy it just as much as us. And like you, I much prefer quality than quantity, which you always deliver in spades Mate. 😊 Thanks again for sharing a bit of your world and I look forward to whatever it is that you're going to reveal soon. Take care Mate and stay safe.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks so much for the kind words Moe! Really appreciate it man. Thanks for the support

[@YossiSheba]

what a life! thanks for sharing mate

[@Natezoinks]

Great video, thanks for the info! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@drewsimms]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed!

[@richjames5309]

Thanks for the video! I’m an introvert, and enjoy my solitude as well.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Rich!

[@kenpress8109]

Always enjoy your vids. Thanks Drew! That they are not weekly makes them that much more anticipated and enjoyable. Good luck w your next life move! The q on everyone’s mind: 3rd cup of coffee …. How close are you to one of those toilets?

[@drewsimms]

Haha thanks ken!

[@robertpina99]

A Q&A video that ends with a big Q about your life changes coming in the near future. Interesting.

[@butirki77]

Love your content Drew, shout out from the Middle East! Keep up the good work

[@drewsimms]

Thank you!

[@ConlonKiffneyPhoto]

Stoked for the vlog from your last backpacking trip!! That’s a lake Iv done 5 or more times and love seeing the backyard filmed by you!!

[@drewsimms]

Yes! Coming out later this week! Such a good hike, and Baker in general is an awesome area

[@iwheels88]

as a jeep owner myself, i know they are needy of maintenance. What do you do about regular maintenance? Do you do them or part of them or have a shop do them? And what accessories for the jeep are your favorites that you consider a must have for on the road?

[@NICOGIA300]

I love your videos! They are so inspiring 🤙🏽