I Found My Limit! The Reality of an Overlanding Youtuber.

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The Life of an Overlanding KZbinr is one of some serious privilege so please take this video with a pinch of salt. The intention is for it to be more thought provoking and perspective expanding than to be a "Woe be Me" type video, I am by no means ungrateful for my experiences, I deeply love the work I do and put so much of myself into it. That's just the thing that gets a bit exhausting sometimes, is the level of commitment that making ROAM Overlanding takes. To make a show for you guys to tune into every other sunday, is a great effort, and one that I gladly do! But every now and then like anyone I have my own moments of weakness where passion dwindles slightly. I hope you can all appreciate and understand where the video is coming from!
My Toyota Hilux is my Home away from Home, it has petty much all the luxuries I need to travel and explore Southern Africa and hey who knows, maybe even one day the world. The setup is incredible, but it does have its limitations like any setup. What you gain in freedom and storage you lose in having to be based outside around the vehicle, which 9/10 is epic and what we are out there to experience, but that 1/10 when you happen to need to produce content to fund your life, that can be annoying at times! Maybe this is all just inspiration for future changes to the vehicle to find a way to compromise and make everything work out in the end for us all! Here is to more content, more of the time, and from more and more epic places!
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[@Adventurist]

Yo Adrian, thanks for sharing! I've been on the road now for a little over 2 months as a full-time content creator with my motorcycle. What helps me is booking hotels / airbnbs for 1-2 weeks once in a while. Just so I can sit down, edit my videos, spend a day watching netflix and not sit in the dirt. Because as you said, travelling (especially when filming it is your job) is super exhausting after a while. So my suggestion would be if it is financially feasable to grab a hotel for 2 weeks and edit there and then spend a week in the middle of nowhere just filming and living the adventure. Of course that doesn't work in super remote parts of the world but maybe it is possible in some of them. Cheers! Edit: By the way, we stumbled across Eva zu Beck in Albania last year and she also uses Hotels and AirBnbs once in a while to edit. And then she spends another month in the middle of nowhere just camping. Splitting editing & the adventure helps a lot because editing in your tent sucks balls.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thank you so much for this! This is what I was hoping I would get out of this, is for other creators to maybe offer some advice, sometimes you can feel pretty alone in the world! I’m glad that there is some relatability and I truly appreciate the time and advice! 👏🏻

[@2WheelsChannel]

Yes, this seems to be the answer! And certainly like the girl from the Itchi Boots channel does. She definitely stays in hotels, and it doesn’t seem like she goes home at all until the project/series is finished, i.e. she’s all in until mission accomplished! And then on for a deserved break! Loving the content here and great to watch your honesty and openness Adrian. Great in-site. Superb mate 👌

[@HammerRocks]

It sounds like you might need to look into a different style overland vehicle that suits your needs more. Maybe a Toyota Troopy with a roof-top conversion by Alu-Cab or Alu-Innovations. That way, you can comfortably stay inside the vehicle (incl. sit upright) when the weather outside turns nasty or to do work. Plus, it's much easier to access your bed. Or to take it to the next level in overlanding comfort, perhaps an off-road (4WD) campervan, like the MB Sprinter 4x4.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Sprinter would be awesome, but I definitely think at some stage an Canopy camper on a single cab cruiser or extra cab Hilux, or a troopy. It definitely won’t happen soon. But it’s alright for now, I think it would be something to work on for my next build though

[@ourv9603]

Thats why I own a 31' motorhome. We tow our Wrangler . We make base camp w the motorhome & make day excursions offroad & end the day back in camp. !

[@RoamOverlanding]

The dream!! 😋

[@neilarmitage6632]

Buy yourself a Land Rover Defender customised by Bushwakka and tow a Bushwakka Tourer or one of their other 4x4 units. I am preparing to go off grid permanently with a Bushwakka setup

[@RoamOverlanding]

Illl check it out! Thanks Neil!

[@bryanp771]

Bud I just want to let you know that I really appreciate you and the work, money and time you put in for a great show. One quickly miss the amount of all of the above this take. You enrich our lives. Personal story, friend of my dad was a avid overlander but involved in a work accident and now paralysed. The whole world was flipped for that family. Went into tuff depression and got very sick. Somehow he found your channel (via voice search commands) and getting inspired snd his live back. He started living again. He now overlands with his son in laws (with all his kit) and they have a blast. Plenty work for all the family to get all sorted and comfortable for him but what a blessing. All this channel and the work you do. I would love for him to meet you (even if its on a call). Big ups to you!!!

[@RoamOverlanding]

That’s an incredible story! It’s actually something I take very seriously, to try and make a show that puts people there. I am not naive and realised very quickly that Overlanding is quite an expensive and privileged choice of holiday; I know that not everyone would be able to get the time or money, or have the means to be able to do these trips, and I want them to join me and experience it all with us! So that means so much to hear that the content inspired passion and excitement in people! ❤️

[@Snook_]

Why not just stay weekends in a hotel or cabin and do your work and refresh. Just structure your trips between destinations that offer this. That’s how I’d do it. Just my 2c

[@RoamOverlanding]

A valid 2c thanks Snook! 👌🏻

[@paulcrawford6111]

Great honest video. look at the LC 78 "Troopy". Not V8 in SA but the 4.2 is a bombproof engine. Also mix it up and camp, cabin, camp, chalet etc. its what we do and we are travelling (on holiday admittedly) for months on end.

[@RoamOverlanding]

I’ll need to go and test drive a 4.2 I’m nervous of just how slow they are 😂 my 2.4 isn’t a pig a donkey right now and I still find it frustrating sometimes! I love the idea of a 4.2 but just nervous about the reality

[@paulcrawford6111]

@@RoamOverlanding Agreed that they are not the fastest vehicle on the road - but is that what you actually need - speed? Simplicity and reliability as well as the versatility of being able to "live / work" inside your vehicle - depending upon how you lay out the interior - winds hand down over speed. Just look at the number of Troopy's that are used as expedition vehicles worldwide for those reasons. Keep up the good work - and life is too short to stress the small things - relax and enjoy what you are doing whilst you can.

[@RoamOverlanding]

@@paulcrawford6111 Very valid.... It's time for a test drive xD

[@kr-lp2nj]

If you are not going with a trailer. I think its either a 4x4 van or it is andrew st pieres old troop carier. It has a pop up roof that is the roof and you can keep it up while working inside under the roof. Im sure you know his old troopy but its either that or a 4x4van. A trailer is nice but for one person its too much. I think you will be happiest with a van where the bed/office/kitchen area is all setup and ready ti use immediately.

[@RoamOverlanding]

A van would be so cool, but I definitely feel like it would restrict my options for where to travel.. A troopy would be a dream if we got the V8 version here in South Africa 🤣 I guess maybe building a camper for the Hilux is also an option

[@troopyinafrica]

I have told you ☝️ you need a Troopy with a desk and a second bed in it. We will have to get you to join our next @troopysinafrica trip and you can see some of the amazing setups😜

[@RoamOverlanding]

You know how jealous I get whenever I see your troopy! hahaha! Im down in CPT soon bye the way!

[@hanschristianholst]

I think we all love your honesty and your downtoeartness, and I am actually glad to hear that one can get enough 😊 I wasn't sure it was possible. I first bought a second hand rooftop tent (it even had the room on the side so you could change inside and climb up.) However the first morning the Mrs said: "take some pictures, this is gumtree material.." Then I got a old Recco camper which I restored nicely, fully solar, 270 awning etc, and it was a dream to set up, 3 minutes. Only issue was when the wind / rain was too bad there wasn't much space to do anything inside there. It was swopped for a water damaged Jurgens Xplorer which I repaired and converted the front to a seating area. So the bed is always made, and there is a place to sit to eat / work if you want to be inside. Works very well for us. Tows very easily both on and offroad. You will find your solution, although I don't think there is a perfect one...

[@RoamOverlanding]

Aweesome Hans! That looks like some Lekker options there to think about 👌🏻👌🏻 I appreciate the feedback!

[@ailo4x4]

There is that fine line, a pivot point, where you go from doing something to living something. You have clearly articulated that 4 weeks is your limit with your current rig setup for working. So you know if you want to do longer expeditions and work while traveling you are going to have to make changes. I promise you you won't lose anybody because you change your rig to suit your needs for video production. For my wife (a cancer survivor), her number one requirement is the ability to get out of the weather and sit inside when she needs to. That means our rig *needs* are different than other peoples might be. And so are yours. And if you can't make the changes to the rig you want, you will have to make changes to how you do it. Taking few days in a lodge or BnB every few weeks to take a break from truck based living, recharge, and get some work done in peace might be you next viable option. Cheers!

[@RoamOverlanding]

Yup I think you make a valid point here. I think it’s something I need to add to the current budget until I can make a change to the vehicle that would suit the needs in a more sustainable way. Obviously it would be cheaper to be able to pull up to a campsite for a couple days than a Bnb; let’s see what the future holds! 🤓

[@johnnumbat9782]

Thanks for your insights young fellah - it’s all about your comfort zone and confidence - I retired from the Federal Public Service in Canberra Australian at the tender age of 54 - my Praetorian friend Andre said I was too young to retire - I converted my new mountain bike for solo touring and after a practice run to Rockhampton (three months) and New Zealand (two months) I discovered that traveling alone with my one-person tent was perfect for me - I then travelled Athens to Bergen (Norway) to Cornwall (UK) over six months - now planning my trek across Canada for 2023.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Sounds like an epic adventure you’re on now!

[@WorkshoptoWilderness]

I've only just stumbled across your channel through recommendations from KZbin. I've been a content creator for almost 12 years. My first channel MCQBushcraft I built upto 350k subs then abandoned it much for the reasons you talk about in this video. This is my second channel and I like to think I've learnt from my mistakes. Lack of financial reward and being the driving force behind everything to move forward is extremely difficult to maintain with a channel that requires you to put in a lot of physical effort, planning and logistics. Eventually your passion for what once was a hobby can be whittled down leaving you a bit tired which causes the entire channel to fall. Its happens to KZbinrs of all walks of life and its normal. I think the key is to make a change before it damages your passion for the thing you love. In my case now I'm self employed and I work elsewhere as a mechanic from time to time to give myself disconnection and financial relief from the constant grind of content creation. It keeps me sain and once I've been away from filming for a week or sometimes two I'm itching to get back to that creative process. Having videos lined up to upload while working esle where keeps the plates spinning without them loosing momentum. Just my experience personal but I wish you all the best and you have a new subscriber.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Some very wise words here! Thanks a mil and I hope you enjoy the upcoming show!

[@johann9694]

Hi, thank you for sharing. I agree that proper shelter from the elements is needed if one is considering working away from home. I was also on a path of creating an overlander that would suit our need at that stage but our goal has changed. We are planning long trips and with the blessing of working remotely my wife and I stopped the build on the vehicle and decided on an off-road caravan that will allow us to sit inside and work if need be. Once we receive our off-road caravan early next year I will share our experiences on my instagram account. Be safe and enjoy your travels!

[@RoamOverlanding]

I just wish the offroad caravans werent so darn heavy! But I guess thats price of comfort! :D Ill try and explore some options over the next year... Looks like I might need to get my license to tow over 750kg

[@fatmanoverlanding]

What I've seen other overlanding content creators do to get work done and also just to take a break from living in a tent, is to stay at proper accommodations, either via Airbnb or motel/hotel. They take this time to recharge, do laundry, have proper showers, and do work. Not sure if that is possible to the places you go. But if it is, it could be the answer to your overlanding blues.

[@RoamOverlanding]

It would always be possible at some point; I think I would need to get more funding to have budget to make that happen, so we will have to see how that goes. It will certainly mean spending a lot more time away from home, but I have minimised my lifestyle so much that I don’t have much left to leave behind besides my family 😂

[@brentdreyer1454]

I know the feeling. We had a 4 week toor through the northan cape and although when looking back it was the best trip of my life, there was a few days where the fire did not spark the exitement and the wine tasted a little bit bitter. A few days in a lekker bed and breakfast sorted us and we were our nature loving selfs again. As you said camping and filming can be hard work, but its all worth it in the end. Love your videos! Cheers!

[@jepc001]

I have often thought about it and tried, on an extended holiday to work. What I leaned very quick was what some have said, I would go travel - then stop somewhere and rent a co working space for couple of weeks. The other thing we thought about, and surprised us, was how useful those off road tents looked. Use one as a base camp, then the roof top for the quick overnights when not stopping for long. You could hide it in the edit…😂

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahaha Sneaky editing tricks! 😋 I’ve toyed with the idea, I actually got some dropsides for my awning so enclose the space and park up for a couple days, since making this video and I’m making some tweaks to the battery system and inverter to scale it up for longer stays and cooking. Let’s see how it all turns out!

[@geoffsperring4372]

Living and working the overland dream is much tougher an extended holiday

[@andrewhepburn5271]

Honesty doesn’t hurt, doing what you guys do is not a walk in the park, it’s damn hard work. We who follow you appreciate what you produce, well done and thank you 👍🏼🇿🇦

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thank you sir! I am working on some really special video's and I cant wait to share it with you all, I get so genuinely excited!

[@Peter79123]

I think in everything what you do in life the biggest job is to find the right balance especially if you have family. "No one can eat his favorite meal day by day" and sometimes even your biggest passion and love does hurt more than everything else :-) Most happy people are that one which are satisfied ! Of course that is very relative and personal but this is life and if you are not satisfied anymore with that setup you want to use and enjoy to work with it and have the possibility to change to something else. Go and try to make you so satisfied and happy how ever it is possible and realistic. Everything is a compromise and depends always on your actuall situation. For me I decided to buy a "Geocamper" for my Isuzu D-Max and to tow a lightweight equipment trailer. Isolated GFK Monocock is number one material, especially in different weather conditions. My other choice would have been a light Aluminium-Steel Trailer that you have not to setup long like the TRC458 or DecampX3 or other brands like Conqueror. Lightweight good independent suspension and one that you can stand up straight inside and have a table to work, shower and toilet inside for all weather conditions, but that trailers cost a little bit to much for me, otherwise 1st choice. Lightly towing can make a lot of fun, sense and bring you more comfort than everything else for Overlanding. Gonna be very interesting to what you gonna change to 😉 Stay happy 🤠👍and satisfied Peter from Swedish Lappland.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks so much Peter! I think you hit the mail on the head a couple times there! Let’s see how the future pans out over the next year. You’ll be seeing a video soon of some big changes I’ve made to the vehicle, they won’t necessarily solve all the problems I’ve been having but I think it will ease some of them. I’ll go check out some of your recommendations!

[@rickerd83]

I met a German couple about 15 years ago. They traveled in a truck that was converted to a motorhome all the way from Germany straight through Africa all the way down to Cape Town. I grew up around the corner from Paarl's Home Affairs. I remember being in the garage and seeing this giant yellow truck coming around the corner and asking me when Home Affairs would open up again. They ended up spending the night with us taking a hot shower and just chilling with us for 2 days sharing stories and the husband played some German folk songs on his accordion. Before they left they also said that this was a nice reset for them to be able to just sit in a house on a lounge set, taking a proper shower and just interact with other people.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Epic! That’s a serious mission 🤭

[@wildcatoutdoors]

Interior living is king for longevity. Even though we cannot get them readily in the U.S. i think the troopy with the conversion is the best in the world

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think it is pretty the best 4x4 “van” you can get. I also quite like @expeditionrove and their defender Tango, I just can’t fit in a defenders drivers seat 😂

[@Fergus_Afrique]

@@RoamOverlanding Defender seat extension rails are readily available and pretty common.

[@gopolanglekoto]

Glad for your honesty, dude! I might be negative, but it seems to me being an overlanding content creator is less enjoyable than being a pure overlander. You constantly have to think about taking pictures, shooting videos, getting the right angles, and lighting, and trying to enjoy the trip and scenery all at the same time. All the work seems to take away from the fun. That said, I appreciate the work you do man. Major inspiration for some of us! Stay strong and stay blessed.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Luckily I am passionate and enjoy my work, so it’s not all that bad! 😋 just sometimes we need a break, even if you’re living your dream it’s good to rest and remember what you have. 🫣 but I’m always envious of the Overlanders who just travel and enjoy themselves, what a privilege!! 🤓

[@KhanyoMjamba]

I think this balances things out. Thanks for sharing. Back in the day, I used to watch Going Nowhere Slowly for this type of content and I remember thinking to myself, 'Yoh these guys live the life" but in reality, it is work. It's nice work but it's work. I've never gone overlanding and, when I do, it won't be more than 3 days. But I think this episode really manages expectations.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thank you so much for the feedback! We gotta do something about that never gone overlanding thing!! 🤓 I read this book called the 3 Day Effect, the minimum dose for having significant effects on your life! So go and do it! 🤭

[@tinashegarakasha1810]

For something to sit and work in and enjoy the pleasure of overlanding I would suggest the Toyota land cruiser troopy.

[@andile.ngcobo]

This is why I have been so fascinated by the 4x4 Sprinter van idea. I am nowhere near even affording this lifestyle but the room and comfort of a bigger vehicle is much more appealing to me. The Sprinter can never do everything that you can do in the Hilux but for me, that's what I would go for as a beginner if I had the bucks. Especially after seeing what Chad from Living The Van Life could do in his Sprinter van. There's also those Ford Rangers from SA Roadtrippers. At least with those, you still have a vehicle that you can do proper offroading.

[@RoamOverlanding]

I’m on the same page as you! Maybe the answer is extra cab Hilux with a camper on the back! 🫣

[@TILB]

I feel ya, We just spent 3.5 months in my Tacoma + iKamper over the road while working our 45+ Hr/wk jobs and trying to produce content and it's hard work. The setup and tear down constantly is busy work in addition to our jobs. What helped us was using camp sites with power and a starlink to make the week days work and explore off-grid places with solar and jackery/goal zeros for the weekends. Only thing that brought us home was winter weather. We just picked up a Van build so we can continue during the winter.

[@TILB]

Subscribed. Hyped to see more content of your travels. Happy to talk more about how we balanced a similar situation. Here is a preview of our 3.5 month trip. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f37SZGVse8aIrtE&ab_channel=TrailsandTales-Overlanding

[@RoamOverlanding]

That’s epic though! But I can definitely see how it becomes tricky over that period of time! The big thing for me, is getting space to sit outside of the sunlight so I can see the screen properly. I just bought a new MacBook Pro 16” because the screen is twice as bright as my previous one, and have drop sides for my awning to close in the area around the side and rear of the vehicle, to make my life a bit easier if I need to hold up for a couple days in one spot 👌🏻 yet to test it all though!

[@werner1983]

Time for a troopy build wink wink, ASW is building hes vehicles around hes needs, he complained about the same type of things when choosing vehicles and builds, but i think that is where adaption and experience comes in. grate gurney so far any ways for you and well done !!

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Werner! Yeah let’s see where the journey continues to take us! Let’s see what the next year holds!

[@christophersaul]

So that’s decided then, looking forward to your Troopy build.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahhahaha 😂 I love the optimism! Hold thumbs that I can get enough funding for that 🤣🤣

[@thabanikgosidintsi193]

Adriaan, you earned your stripes. By now all the camper manufacturers in South Africa have noticed your work and should jump at the opportunity for you to test their products. You will be able to evaluate the various options whilst looking for your dream set up for your needs. Go for it and keep the passion on boil. Best wishes from Botswana.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Thabani 😂 we definitely going to make something happen! 😋

[@TheOverlandLegend]

Great insight into what is like turning passion into career and long trip traveling. Both of these are often overly romanticized. Monotony is what we have to guard against I guess.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Absolutely! I think I sell the dream too well to myself sometimes 😂 but it really is an epic adventure, so I think just a bit more room for resting in between to enjoy it all in the long run. Balance.

[@OverlandingwithBruce]

I come from a very different view and ambition with my attempt at making videos than what you do so I may not be the best to make comment but I’m going to anyway. My little not very professional channel was started for fun because my family and friends always wanted to see what we got up to and where we went on trips. It will never be a high quality professional production and tbh I am surprised at the support I have received. I’m also in a very different position as I can stop tomorrow if I want to. So very different to yours, but I can promise you the monotony of a normal job and sitting in traffic behind idiots on their cell phones in JHB is also tough to do on a daily basis with a trip once maybe twice a year like most South Africans. We need to sit around the fire one day and discuss things from outside of our bubbles. In fact I don’t know why we don’t do this in SA, if anything to just support each other. All the best Adrian. Find your balance and put down the camera and leave the laptop , ignore the numbers and just take a break. You are allowed to sometimes, like in any job.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Brucey! Yeah sometimes we get is caught up in our own rat race that we forget to stop, breathe and recharge! We are definitely due for a tjop en a dop 😋

[@OverlandingwithBruce]

@@RoamOverlanding anytime bud. All the best and chat soon

[@francoisrossouw1656]

That is a hectic schedule even 4 weeks. Maybe remove the passenger front seat for now to create a workspace or upgrade good excuse for a Land Cruiser

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahah if i give up my poor passenger seat, Andy will have to hold on the roofrack 🤓🤓

[@taurota1554]

Thanks for being honest and explain some of the challenges you face during the trips.We don't realise some of these things.It takes a lot of effort on you so that we can enjoy watching the channel.Much appreciated, looking forward to more from you.Have a blessed day

[@Goose_JB74]

Thanks for the share and love the content. Maybe you could start showing us the planning of small trip and execution, i think a lot us work and when we have a week or 2 we use idea and feedback from the overlander on youtube for our own trips. Thanks 🙏 and keep traveling 😊

[@RoamOverlanding]

I take my viewers holiday time very seriously for that reason, I try make sure that if you go and follow a trip that I showed on my channel, that you know what to expect and that I try and share the experience as honestly as possible so you know if it would be something awesome for you too or not!

[@fwdadventuresza254]

A brilliant life but certainly not an easy one! I think a break in a bnb for a few days in between could help... But yeah, cash flow, planning and mental health are all behind the scenes challenges. Great channel Adrian 👍🏻😆

[@camiloverland]

What a video! Even if I'm not a content creator [yet], you say so much of the reasons I'm considering a camper for my truck. Thank you always for being honest with us and keep the good work! Worth to watch because you are not ranting, just telling from experience in a very honest way.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thank you so much for seeing it how it was intended! ❤️ goodluck on your adventure to being that content creator! Campers are awesome!

[@kupelwakasongo5937]

Have you considered getting a 79 land cruiser with a camper on the back to allow you to work?

[@RoamOverlanding]

I have considered that, a single cab cruiser or a troopy. Or even an extra cab Hilux. Plenty of options but they cost too much right now! 😂I still love my bakkie and don’t want to get rid of it! I wish I could have both a camper and then make this one light weight for Lekker 4x4ing

[@JustForFun1171]

I like the fact that you are honest about it. It reminds me of people who share all their highlights in their lives on FB but its completely false. We all have our dull and crappy moments and to pretend as if its just this fabulous life is a lie. Thank you for showing us all these places, most of us dream about it but in reality will never get to see it. Job well done Adrian!👍

[@deriusnorris4463]

A good talk. It is reality, the struggle for balance. The start is always identifying the challenges. You have some good solutions. Do a SWOT analysis and choose a way forward which suits you. Onwards and upwards.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Good idea! I get so caught up in the now, that I don’t get much time to think about the future and how I want to look.

[@samhartfieldlewis5247]

Interesting listening too those thoughts. ✊

[@BraCel]

Hi Adrian... just wanted to say I enjoy your channel. And I'm putting in my bushtech canopy this Wednesday at bushtech. Have you considered out sourcing your editing?

[@RoamOverlanding]

Excellent news! Thanks for the kind words! I have considered but it’s too personal right now 😂

[@burtonrania1303]

Actually makes sense what you saying it really does take alot of time doing trips and shooting. Thanks for sharing and stay blessed.

[@4WheelingSA]

Yes, dont think people realise the effort that goes into it. Sometimes with very little reward…

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahah yes! I think I am very fortunate to get more reward than most with this, and it’s still really difficult. It requires huge amount of support from so many people to make happen and at the end of the day isn’t very dignifying to always need the help of friends, family and sponsors, Patreon. I’d love to be able to do it all off my own steam, but I think this is the path for me right now. Even if it’s tricky sometimes

[@4WheelingSA]

@@RoamOverlanding Definitely. You reach a point where you just need support. Trying to fit it in with a normal job is tough as well. Hard to sometimes find energy.

[@RoamOverlanding]

@@4WheelingSA I remember with the Jimny, my boss came to me and was like “You’re spending more time talking about and working on your KZbin stuff than doing you’re actual job” so I ended up having to leave 😂

[@4WheelingSA]

@@RoamOverlanding I get that at home 🤣

[@ZIPTRAVELS]

Looks like a Landcruiser Troopy is in the making

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahahah if we got the v8 here, I would be all over it! 😂

[@4wdadventureoz]

This is a great topic for content creators, as a travel writer that explores Australia solo most of the time, I have the same issues at times. I find staying in a motel or caravan park cabin a good way to get my articles written and images edited. I try and stick to two or three months on the road at a time, but sometimes I need to spend four months overlanding as Australia is so bloody big. Keep up the good work😁

[@RoamOverlanding]

So glad the insight is relatable; I was feeling like I was ungrateful and the problem was me 😂 but I know I’m passionate about my work and not afraid to work hard. It’s just sometimes you need to sit down and work peacefully to get things done! 😂

[@4wdadventureoz]

@@RoamOverlanding I travel in a 120 Series Prado with a Quickpick rooftop tent and 270-degree awning and I too find it hard to write when on the road thanks to the flies, heat/rain and bugs at night, so I feel your pain.

[@RoamOverlanding]

@@4wdadventureoz 👏🏻👏🏻 the dang flies! We had plenty on this trip and it’s quite a task to spend all day trying to kill them and keep them out your mouth. Luckily I wasn’t having to work with that, I’d lose my head 😂

[@4wdadventureoz]

@@RoamOverlanding they will be bullies over here in summer thanks to all the La Niña rain's we've had all spring, I hate the bloody things.

[@jfkins]

Based on everything you said...78 series LC would def do you good...🙂. Another amazing Episode...👊🙌

[@RoamOverlanding]

If only they came in the v8 here in SA

[@MovingPicturesAfrica]

Travelling and filming is hard work. One should take a day off every now and then. Check into a lodge and get some sleep.

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think it’s all about figuring out the right balance between work and play. The funny thing is that when you have sponsors or are being paid to travel, you feel so guilty if you sit and do nothing or if you do something without filming it. So that’s a whole new thing to create balance and space to create, rest and also have some fun! 🤓

[@MovingPicturesAfrica]

@@RoamOverlanding yeah. Also, when you have spent a lot of money and travelled a long distance you really want to maximise your time. But there's a point where you are unable to do a decent job anymore. I really struggle when camping in summer: heat, shorter nights, less sleep. It takes a toll. After a few weeks without a break I start making stupid mistakes. This is bad for the end product but also can be potentially dangerous.

[@RoamOverlanding]

@@MovingPicturesAfrica absolutely! We just traveled the okavango in the hottest month of the year, up every day at 5am and in bed at 10pm; 40degree’s every day! 😂 when I got back I slept for almost 3 days to recover 🤣 but luckily it was just under 3 weeks, so it we pushed really hard but then got to crash ☺️

[@nontombi2638]

You are doing an amazing job with this channel... Take care

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Nontombi! ❤️

[@asafmenjivar7936]

Awesome video.. not all fun and games eh.... From someone who enjoys your videos and gets to see a part of the world that is not accessible to me i appreciate the work you put in. Burnout is a real thing... I wish you good rest and look forward to your next videos!

[@RoamOverlanding]

So true! Thanks for watching and I hope to keep making content you enjoy, and get excited to see! The next videos are going to be awesome!

[@gerhardvermeulen5223]

I like your videos, keep up the good posts. Do what you want to do that fits your life and stay positive. Great work.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Gerhard! Coming back from this trip was a tough one, I came back to the Budget build and then Roelfie’s, Landcruiser build, plus the planning for our next big trip. So exciting things are keeping the ball rolling! 🤓

[@Sir_Chuckmyster]

Trade the Hilux in for an Earth Roamer 😀

[@RoamOverlanding]

Yesssssss!! Now we talking 😂

[@defendermodsandtravels]

When I go on trips I mix camping with nights in hotels.. There are no medals for camping when you aren't enjoying it.

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think that’s the plan going forward too

[@AidanRIR]

Really appreciate the content you provide us. I've always marveled at the work that goes into these episodes... All the filming, editing etc. I hope you take some more short trips to SANPARKS or similar ... for your own sake and get to enjoy them. Maybe do some chalet /camp reviews to break up the hard routine. Keep up the spirits and thank you again for an awesome channel! Go well boet🤟

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thank you for the kind words! I am making sure to have a fun December a head, to get a bit of a break this year! hahah! :D Its always difficult to not pick up the camera, but just as rewarding to just enjoy it on my own sometimes.

[@emmakleynhans3209]

Thanks for sharing! ❤ This is really the reality, and it is even more intense when travelling is your career vs just a hobby. I hope you find the balance between the work travel and travelling for yourself, to remember why you started doing this! Love you, and keep it up! 2023 looks bright. I will always be here for the banter, droëwors and fancy dinners😊! Lots of love!

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Emma! ❤️ Balance is the key! You’re a master of that work life balance thing, I’ll have to keep listening to your advice 😋 imagine having 2 campers, yasss! Work from anywhere living. 2023, let’s go! 🤣

[@emmakleynhans3209]

@@RoamOverlanding Oh let's make 2023 happen 🪩💃🏼

[@erikcele1604]

Hello there! U are doing a very good jobb and Keep it up! Well not stop following your program! Kind regards Erik from Sweden

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thank you Erik! ❤️

[@erikcele1604]

@@RoamOverlanding you are more then welcome! Have a grate week!

[@klauszoutdoorexplore4876]

Hello, make a demountable Cabin on the truck.

[@tomahawkshorthaul]

I have a suggestion... put the camera down, close the laptop and fuel up the Hilux... then see where your limit is! Figure out if it's the channel bringing you down or whether it's your passion that's waning. In my opinion, 4 weeks is not a long time to be "on the road". We have happily done longer trips to Namibia, Botswana, not once have wished for our comfy bed back home.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hey there Shaun, it’s not wishing for a comfy bed for me, just I’m happy in my RTT, it wishing for a comfy place to sit and work and make the content. 🙃 but the truth is I cannot afford to do a trip unless I have sponsors attached which means I need to work. I have been doing roam full time for too long, and now what little I do earn is all from and for ROAM. What I do have planned is an upcoming Solo trip to Namibia and then to Kgalagadi; which I am excited about, to reconnect to creating and traveling on my own. So let’s see if I can take some of my learnings and apply it to this upcoming trip and if I get through it in a different way. The idea of this video was just to share that it’s not always sunshine and roses. Even though it’s a fantastic experience.

[@paulsmit8147]

🤙

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

Thanks for detailing the content creation and how taxing long trips can be. Many don't realize the production work needed. Have you considered getting an Expedition truck, like from Krug Expedition, as a base of operations? You could tow your overlanding rig behind. Break out for filming then edit in the truck. Sort of a base camping but a little faster. Always great to see what you're up to.

[@labourlawact7826]

Expedition trucks costs millions bro...

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

@@labourlawact7826 Valid point.. There are options. Krug Expedition has vehicles in the 300k range as many others do. Long term leases/rental and financing options may make it very affordable. One can build an Expedition rig for around 60k-100k depending on chassis used. With build sponsorships etc the costs can drop down to just labor and some build materials. For content creators it can also provide great content so the build series can even provide additional offsets in overall costs and expenditures.

[@RoamOverlanding]

I’ve considered an iveco daily camper build 😂 I’ve considered Alucab Canopy Camper, and Sprinter 4x4. But I think a Canopy camper comes closest to being able bridge the gap between them all and still have a capable 4x4 that can go anywhere and do anything.

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

@@RoamOverlanding All nice options. I'm sure with your boots on the ground experience whatever you decide to go with will be a great fit for your needs. Have you considered providing your services as an Expedition organizer? Also would love to see a collaboration with you and Andrew from 4xO. He's planning a trip back to Africa and South Africa this coming year. He's currently working on his permits for Ethiopia as well.

[@RoamOverlanding]

@@livingworkingoutsidebox I am always very keen to collaborate, managing to find people whose schedules overlap with mine can sometimes be the issue though :D

[@projectsmanager-campbell7414]

Good staff Adri

[@explorewithmarcus]

You need a trophy!

[@explorewithmarcus]

I meant to say Troopy! A vehicle that you can live in and setup with a table for working on ie. editing

[@vanzylbooysen4826]

cool where did you get that sun visor thing?

[@RoamOverlanding]

The one in the cab of the vehicle? Blue Ridge Overland in the USA, I think you can buy them on Amazon

[@anthonymeyer9378]

Hi is ur Hilux an auto or manual

[@RoamOverlanding]

Auto 👍🏻

[@nqumthemba]

IVECO DAILY ??

[@RoamOverlanding]

Haha too big for me 😂

[@jeanvanniekerkk]

Alucab Khaya camper😏

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahah 🤓 or a canopy camper type thing… my next personal build is going to be interesting for sure 😂