Episode IV | Return to the Arctic: Winter Vanlife Expedition | Living The Van Life

[@abuk44]

21:50 an arabic song talking about the injustice and corruption in africa , and a few phrases about the african revolution and how the future will be brighter 😊 love the touch !!👍

[@LivingTheVanLife]

I just know an interesting sounding song when I hear one. The words I don’t necessarily know… but it’s this type of music that I listened to while I traveled thru the area.. and it essentially was my soundtrack to my own movie as I drove.

[@anticastropgeon]

This series isn't exactly where I was expecting to hear Ebo Krdum's music, but I'm here for it.

[@Lincolnhawk94]

By far the best van life filmmaker nobody evencomes close.!!!!!!

[@sharonjohnsonart]

Hello, Chad! Living the Van Life! I pray that you will be careful and safe while traveling across the Artic. I love these great videos! Keep on trucking! 🙏🏾❤️🚐🍱🥑🧰

[@prusad3]

Amaaaazing, perfect video shots! Thanks! Greetings from Poland! 🔥🔥🔥

[@rirukki]

indeed!

[@dealerovski82]

jak cze masz?

[@howardmacho8317]

Every time I watch one of your incredible journeys, I’m not surprised on how my mouth hangs open in amazement! Your time spent living the van life is a testament to giving people an opportunity to understand that one’s life can be filled with whatever adventure you choose! Soak up all the knowledge you can for whatever pleasure that inspires you and go and live it! Thanks again Chad for the paths you have inspired in many!

[@noordicman]

Really, really, really, really, really great job! Love such videos!

[@charleenhurlburt5369]

Going where not many people can't or won't go is a blessing to all of us Chad! You are a wonder of a human, an extraordinary videographer, storyteller, and wiseman! Keep blessing us with your journey! Take good care!

[@anonymoususer855]

You mean "going where not many people can or will go".

[@laurahamill2532]

Right on🌻

[@rudeboy1127]

Crazy to believe that we lived there for three years, i miss chena hotsprings and i miss flying in alaska, going out to the glaciers and back…😢😢 truly one of if not the most beautiful state

[@Skvffed]

Thank you for showing us the map and route when reaching a waypoint!

[@davehanny]

What a huge change from the old westfalia days! So happy for you! And proud of your accomplishments both physical and mental!

[@SLloyd-qb8kt]

The scenery is absolutely stunning...those snow covered trees were amazing!!! Thanks for bringing us along, Chad!!!

[@mystuff1405]

I hope you have an entire backup heat system in place. On a small airplane there is a backup alternator which you check before flight. You should have a backup heater. And why don't you carry an extra 2 tanks of diesel? Someday you will look back at the things you should have done. I have.

[@HarisZeeshan]

Watching You Since your Video most Popular Video Winter storm In A Van. ❤ Love From Pakistan❤️

[@tammiemeadows5278]

Sharing the video. We gotta get you to 750k followers and then up to the million mark 🤗🤗🤗. Keep the adventures coming

[@CampMore99]

I find myself unconsciously grinning throughout your story. It's just THAT GOOD to watch your brilliant camera work, music, and narratives. Bravo.

[@warbirdwf]

What a great series. Really enjoyable to watch. I wish I had 10% of Chad's adventurous nature to get out and enjoy the country through epic road trips. I'm looking forward to the next episode. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@SK-vk7gv]

Be it script, editing, cinematograhy shots...top class. Chad...thanks for showing us what we dont get to see in normal life.

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Chad. Your Arctic adventures are so epic your truly show us how incredibly beautiful and how spectacular the Arctic really is.

[@CHAMELE0N]

Hi Chad, thankyou for bringing us along to your epic winter adventure that very amazing. Love from Bali, Indonesia.

[@vikram76829]

hats off to your videography skills combined with your way of storytelling

[@liedebunker1253]

Thank you very much for bringing the trip to us.👍👍💖💖

[@hayleyjones6302]

Hot springs looked lovely and the scenery was amazing. Thank you Mr Chad.

[@elmerfrejoles98]

You're like Thor with the hammer man! Trying to break the portal road or what? Epic show as always man. Keep going & exploring out there. Safe journey!

[@isabelmendi3973]

You deserve to reward yourself, every time there’s some opportunity. Amazing spectacular, how the snow has wrapped around those trees, so beautiful and a little strange too. You have a good eye in capturing those amazing sites.

[@ChrisKay-dd3zy]

125 miles North of Fairbanks looks like a winter wonderland from another planet!

[@ReneeSinclair-e7g]

I have never been to AK, but I went to the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland in Jan 2024. I have traveled extensively all over the globe, but Lapland has been one of the most unique places I have ever been. The scenery was almost otherworldly. My youngest child is still young enough to believe in Santa so taking him to the Santa village in Lapland while he still believes was a top priority for me. I really enjoy your storytelling style! The video shots you got of the scenery/your drive is amazing!

[@robertreynolds2726]

Love this series. We'll done ✔️

[@THEREALDREX]

For real, Chad. You’re legitimately one of the best out there. Thank you for amazing narration, stunning visuals and detailed informative account of your experience. Very well done.

[@chinham33]

One of the best vans on KZbin

[@brandonroach2097]

Time well spent. Thanks Chad!

[@chris-8696]

These films are genuinely exceptional Chad! Thank you so much for sharing your adventures with us. Chris

[@cathyfloridagirl2867]

CHAD'S IN THE HOUSE! Long day I couldn't wait to see your video Chad so worth it! Snow is so beautiful that scenery of the snow covering those trees looked like people figures ...glad your Truckin along Chad safe travels ❤

[@suezaple4950]

The snowstorm was nasty I just cant imagine driving in that and what wildlife may run out in front of you. Have to love that soak in the hot springs so refreshing no doubt. Appreciate you driving and filming in this environment cant be an easy task. Interesting clip on the area and the road being put in. The landscape was out of this world amazing those tree's survive that harshness.

[@mamagstmlok3895]

I love the music that you chose 23:00 mark. It goes very well with the scenery. Could you share the name of the song? Thanks in advance!

[@franklyterrence4860]

I drove from Michigan, all the way up to Yukon and Alaska, to Fairbanks, through Danali....and down through BC, and the whole west coast of USA to ScCal in 1982. In a VW Rabbit Deisel, back seats out, slept in it on the Alcan and camped out in a Dome Tent all the ways! Best trip of my Life. Washed up in the a.m. in a lot of Mountain streams. Drove the Cassiar Hwy up and down, in 50mhad 2 flat tires "conveniently" close to the only repair station within 50 Miles! lol

[@zekebones34]

You added the maps! Hell yea, so much easier to follow where you’re going exactly

[@martinbeagley4481]

Absolutely the BEST in content, heartfelt production and the best cinematic presentation of the landscape full stop. Do yourself a favour, don’t watch these on your iPad or ‘phone, you will miss the point and the detail. Do yourself another favour and grab a LTVL hoodie, got mine 18 months ago and have been living in it ❤

[@rolandnyiregyhazki378]

After watching each episode, I have a growing desire to travel to a beautiful winter wonderland. Dear Chad, I can't say enough how grateful I am to be a part of these fascinating adventures through your videos. I'm excited for the next episode too! Keep on trucking!😉

[@sonsoflibertyoverland]

This is such an incredible series. That scene of the trees caked in snow is amazing. It looks like another planet. The lighting and everything was just perfect. Safe travels!

[@CarlosJimenez-ws8bt]

Let's go 🔥💯 thanks Chad really appreciate you being out there showing us since some of us can't 🙏

[@DigitalSwagg]

Adding those maps were the icing on the cake! Hollywood production with a one man crew, impressive!

[@letitiaann]

LOVE LOVE LOVE these series. Thank you Chad!

[@robedmunds7163]

Something very satisfying about meeting adverse conditions and being so well prepared you can even enjoy them

[@jfinite]

Fantastic videography as usual, but 16:42-17:33 is incredible!

[@overland-gaming]

It looks absolutely incredible up there! We can't wait to visit and see it in person. Your van is amazing!

[@marciacoker2968]

You are a true máster Chad, on top of every single detail 👏👏

[@montyforster3370]

Your scenic shots and voice overlay are of the highest quality. Hats off to a guy that spent a lot of time in PNW including Bellingham. Hats off man. Keep on kepping on

[@mikedelacruz3135]

Simply Stellar footage, and a 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥episode Brotha!! Loving this Return to the Arctic series Chad 👊🏼😎🤙🏼

[@GeminiJourney1111]

Those frozen signs and trees, yes, intriguing to say the least. When you were up close they gave me the feeling of representing people??!! Love when you give a glimmer of a smile. Trek it baby…🚐🥶☀️

[@margysfavourites8444]

Former residents of the Yukon , we are so enjoying this series ⭐️🎄⭐️

[@NoOverhead]

Those "Snow Tree Statues" are the most incredible thing I'll see today. Thank you for fighting that insane cold to capture that breathtaking footage. Safe travels, friend!

[@MrRobchavez]

Thanks Chad for youre good vibes and keep up the good work, this here is my dream.

[@nancyst.john-smith3891]

Wonderful video! Studded tires are usually the winter tire of choice in Alaska. I lived 30 years on the Kenai Peninsula. My biggest relief came when you got rid of the shorts. My 10 year old daughter and I pulled 2 shorts- wearing guys out of a snow bank down on the Kenai. They nosed in to the snow, on bald tires wearing loafers, no socks. That was a teachable moment on many levels for the boys as well as my daughter. Of course you are more than prepared and you could access warmer clothes in your van. They didn’t carry winter gear at all. That and other missteps have cost lives on winter roads in Alaska. My daughter went on to specialize in SAR and emergency/wilderness medicine as a PA-C. Almost 40 years later my brother still works on the north slope. My uncle was one of the first Arco employees to get to the slope. He set up the repair shops in the late 60’s. Be safe and enjoy!

[@Baggers_Corner]

Absolutely brilliantly made videos. watching from England, United Kingdom

[@brendabinczewski7624]

Wow thank you Chad for pushing yourself and the van to give your followers a look at the Arctic. The videos are wonderful. Until the next video stay safe.

[@chaosncheckt9356]

We stayed at Cold Foot on our own epic overland from the Panhandle of Florida to Prudhoe Bay. Probably the time of year but during August 2019, the Ranger Station held nightly discussions - living in the area one night, on our way back it was training sled dogs. On our return, after getting into our room we walked up those stairs and saw four gentleman at the nearest outside table. I recognized one immediately......but couldn't for the life of me remember where then the lights went on. He is a youtuber I follow - Toby Gelston at PhotoRec TV. The window to your right - top of the stairs is covered in stickers. We left ours. Hope you left one of yours. Same for when you get to Prudhoe Bay. The big sign outside the General Store is covered in them. Watching this trip brings back tons of good memories. Safe travels.

[@ellierfromthebronx4531]

I'm so envious! I love Alaska even though I've never been...thank you for bringing us along! Happy holidays Chad!

[@julienvm]

Thank you, I love your adventure and enjoy watching you drive and prepare your meals and all while I'm sweating at the gym. It makes for a very enjoyable and relaxing experience, that I hope to realize myself one day!

[@merci-rmvb]

I like this guy, I like the way you live your life, and I hope I can live like this one day.

[@jaimee.m4713]

a pleasure watching this adventure!!! thanks!!!

[@MrMobi007]

16:30 looks like a frozen Goblin valley.. cool!

[@rleerm]

What great views, and how thankful I am for you travelling and creating these videos, your life depending on your tech and know-how, while I can enjoy from the comfort of my warm couch 😅 Please stay safe

[@webber_ski_rancher]

Hell Yeah, the Artic Circle!

[@danoalex2977]

Those encapsulated trees looked like stalagmites, never seen that before, super cool.

[@epicroadtripwithpiotrgorski]

Love this Benz! I was always circling around Interstate Airstream one but I see now that 4x4 short one is the way to go!!

[@Jak3sta22]

Bro the whole part about the Dalton Highway got me HYPED!

[@alexaapoe]

Chad, you are so f'in cool! 😂😂😂 I love you, man. I wait for your videos like a kid waiting to open gifts on Christmas!!! They are definitely worth the wait!

[@ruchiramunjal6061]

Amazing Video Chad !! Winter Wonderland. Beautiful Scenery. Hot Spring Must Be A Blessing In This Weather. Thanks For Sharing Stories Of Alaska. One Has To Be Well Prepared During These Adventures. Good Luck Chad. And Stay Warm And Safe.

[@PsalmS-vi8zl]

Chad, as someone who is a big chicken when it comes to winter driving, I found myself holding my breath at some of the scary, icey roads you are having to travel on. Glad there was a place for you to get a hot meal and a refreshing LaCroix. 👍 Glad you are warm and safe. 🙏

[@TheKjwood34]

So jealous that hot spring looks awesome

[@torsteng7043]

Best vanlife content, love it!

[@georgecorreia5314]

Thank you for the video your a bad ass

[@aea5130]

OMG1. This is some incredible photography! Wow. Thank you…but it’s scary.

[@michaelmanese2228]

Thank you Chad, for educating us with the history of the existence of the road your at. Stay Safe 😎 Watching from the Philippines and Enjoying your Documentary 🇵🇭

[@aminalabidi4034]

Love the 🇩🇿 song at the min 22, great quality filming 😮.

[@nigelheathcote6084]

Greetings from,LEICESTER, midlands , England, love your channel, keep on keeping on bro x

[@timseguerra]

What a great addition of the map! Thank you for this!!

[@funzone7889]

I am from India. Whenever i watch your Vlog after hectic work time after midnite, i feel so relaxing watching life is so good in simplest way in the lap of our mother earth. Too good.

[@Waar4]

Really Appreciate your work and patience to make this possible and making us Entertained. Love your content so much . Love from India 🇮🇳

[@1966spyderco]

I love watching these new episodes on Sunday Nights before work. Sitting in my man cave garage in Colorado...buddy heater on lol. I've seen my share of snow, cold and lonely roads running my SxS in backcountry Colorado, but nothing even close to this epic journey. Awesome job Chad.

[@YosemiteJ]

Ryan Twomey did this trek a while ago, but during the summer and still was a daunting task. You doing it in the winter is insane!

[@susang994]

What a thoroughly enjoyable series. Interesting and beautiful! 👍

[@peggyjones392]

Brilliant. I love what looks like snow hoo-doos around minute 16!

[@chicac87]

You’re a savage and major props to you for driving in harsh weather conditions. Love watching your videos. Safe travels!

[@rajamulk]

I'm holding on my screen for your video. Worth waiting! 😍

[@frankchen8860]

Hi from Taiwan🎉🎉🎉

[@iseabeck9488]

17:00 my wife said it looks like something from Dr. Seuss.

[@manuelavendano4600]

Finally bro I’ve been waiting for days

[@ngp2671]

As a guy who works night shift alone doing ABSOLUTLEY NOTHING this is pure help.

[@MikeAWS101]

It is very enjoyable to see what you have prepared for meal in van. They certainly look delicious.

[@markusbjorklund]

Thanks for this Arctic series. Extreme and truly inspirational. Stay safe!

[@17amit]

A lot of work goes into a 30 min episode, driving, rolling, capturing, editing, apart from withstanding the elements. Awesome work Chad! Love all your videos! Take care and god bless!

[@LivingTheVanLife]

Thanks! Cheers!

[@anthonyc1883]

Love the idea of that oil pan heater. I had one with my 2000 VW Jetta TDI. Living in Chicago isn't like Alaska but we'd regularly get temps at or very near 0 degrees F in the winter, sometimes even lower. Sending warm oil up into a stone-cold engine on start up does a world of good. And the reality is that a good-quality synthetic oil doesn't even need to be made very hot. Giving it even a little warm up means it will flow just fine.

[@a_time_in_history]

Every time I look at the map of Alaska I remember the story of Chris McCandless and the Stampede Trail. Take care, this is a phenomenal journey.

[@timwitt94]

One of the sickest videos yet. Let’s go Chad!

[@mikejones-vd3fg]

Im not sponsored either but once i found out the magic of preasure cookers i recommend them to everyone and have gifted an instant pot last christmas actually. The fact you can cook mash potaoes with less the a cup of water blew my mind, they even taste better becasue they're not soaked in water, so much more efficient, perfect for van life now after seeing toast being made with it... nice! the most versatile cooking insturment on the planet.

[@scubaval08]

Avocado toast takes on a new meaning with Chad now showing us the rugged side. 😁 Thanks, Chad, for another epic (AYFKM!) video!

[@finikitooo]

Thanks for the maps, it helps to give us an idea where you are driving. It sure looks mighty cold out there. Thanks for the incrediblevideos! We love them.! Safe travels!

[@4nicmac4]

It’s just wonderful to follow your journey.

[@PDM-95]

Tremendous content as always!

[@portegobelet]

This series is actually better than last year’s, it’s mind boggling it doesn’t generate more views.