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

[@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! 🙏🏾❤️🚐🍱🥑🧰

[@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.

[@prusad3]

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

[@rirukki]

indeed!

[@dealerovski82]

jak cze masz?

[@anticastropgeon]

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

[@noordicman]

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

[@Lincolnhawk94]

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

[@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!

[@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🌻

[@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.

[@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.

[@CampMore99]

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

[@davehanny]

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

[@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

[@HarisZeeshan]

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

[@CHAMELE0N]

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

[@SK-vk7gv]

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

[@Skvffed]

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

[@tammiemeadows5278]

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

[@hayleyjones6302]

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

[@vikram76829]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@OliveraPetronijevic-f8p]

Thanks to you Chad I have a dream to live the van life and to make many adventures as you do in Alaska. I love Alaska! And you too with all my wonder and respect. Peace out! Keep on trucking!❤

[@liedebunker1253]

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

[@ChrisKay-dd3zy]

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

[@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!

[@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 ❤

[@zekebones34]

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

[@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.

[@brandonroach2097]

Time well spent. Thanks Chad!

[@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 ❤

[@chinham33]

One of the best vans on KZbin

[@robertreynolds2726]

Love this series. We'll done ✔️

[@marciacoker2968]

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

[@webber_ski_rancher]

Hell Yeah, the Artic Circle!

[@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!

[@THEREALADAM-x3r]

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.

[@chris-8696]

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

[@CarlosJimenez-ws8bt]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@DigitalSwagg]

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

[@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.

[@debsrealm7606]

I'm from Sweden and I live close to the arctic circle and I also live the van life and have vanned through the Arctic Sweden and norway during winter at -40° and also the alps, not that cold over there but sure is challenging. And when u said that you don't even brought snow chains with you on your journey was wild. I never drive with snowchains, but I always bring them because while maxtrax and 4wd may help you get unstuck on a hill, if the weather is bad enough the maxxtrax will only give you a push so that you can get stuck later if u aint lucky. So snowchains in that situation is vital! To have them easy on hand and put them on only when needed is a really great idea. I only had to use my snowchains once and I'm glad I had them because I got stuck on a NARROW steep swirly mountain pass in a snowstorm and if I didnt have them on me I wouldn't been able to free myself. A polish van lifer got stuck as well and his snowchains broke and he was stuck there over night. Not comfortable to sleep in that incline even if you got a heated home with you. So im writing this to all the vanlifers out there wanting to do arctic winter tours and to you of course as a great tip, Always have them stored in your vans garage while driving in winter because when you need them, you're gonna be reeeaaal happy that you brought 'em. Same tip goes especially with normal cars since they aren't heated if u run out of fuel and its not fun to sleep in them if they are fully packed. Always bring snowchains with you in remote arctic driving!

[@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

[@jfinite]

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

[@Jak3sta22]

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

[@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

[@merci-rmvb]

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

[@letitiaann]

LOVE LOVE LOVE these series. Thank you Chad!

[@Baggers_Corner]

Absolutely brilliantly made videos. watching from England, United Kingdom

[@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!

[@robedmunds7163]

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

[@georgecorreia5314]

Thank you for the video your a bad ass

[@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…🚐🥶☀️

[@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. 🙏

[@evarupertriding]

Chad! Extra props for having Ted Simon on the iPad! Hope you’re great and Sterling says hey- look forward to crossing paths again soon!

[@LivingTheVanLife]

Ha! Hi Eva! Love it. Say hi to Sterling! Hope you guys are well. See ya on the road soon!

[@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!

[@aminalabidi4034]

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

[@deanchristian3597]

I was stationed at Ft. Wainwright AK Fairbanks was the town we lived in before moving on post from 1988 to 1991. When I was reassigned to Ft. Stewart GA I was given the option to fly or drive out of Alaska.........I drove........ in a 86 Ford Thunderbird to NYC, oh with my 3 kids. Don't know how we made it in the midst of winter. This video brings back memories and this I get to see everything I missed. Was scared out of my britches but I'll say that Thunderbird held its own in the snow and the cold. If I'd of known I'd of flown. Chad your way would've made our trip way more fun😮

[@MrMobi007]

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

[@andersgve]

Hello Chad from Sweden. I live about 60 miles above the arctic circle. Engineblock heaters is a must in this climate. Drive careful!

[@aea5130]

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

[@MrRobchavez]

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

[@danoalex2977]

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

[@dealerovski82]

tip to the avocado sandwich, boil some eggs and mix together with the avocado mesh. You can also add some garlic and onion to flavor it.

[@jaimee.m4713]

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

[@TheKjwood34]

So jealous that hot spring looks awesome

[@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!

[@overland-gaming]

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

[@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!

[@mikedelacruz3135]

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

[@frankchen8860]

Hi from Taiwan🎉🎉🎉

[@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!

[@PDM-95]

Tremendous content as always!

[@torsteng7043]

Best vanlife content, love it!

[@ellierfromthebronx4531]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@TiKrx]

I could swear that such tires are very slippery in those conditions. The rubber compound is not designed for such a cold climate and it hardens even more slippery. I personally wouldn't dare to go on such a trip without studded winter tires. I live in Finland,So I know kinda what I'm talking about. You have valuable equipment, so give it the tires it deserves. I recommend looking at Nokian studded Tyres. Love watching your videos Chad. Keep doing what you do and remember to enjoy . Keep it between the ditches 👍

[@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 🇵🇭

[@margysfavourites8444]

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

[@justinarmstrong6742]

I've watched a few of these videos and was wondering what kind of reserch everyone does for the Dalton? One of the most important things to have in any vehicle on that road is a CB. When your climbing or descending the steep parts you should call out on the radio so if there is an issue with one of the big trucks sideways or broken down you can have a little advanced warning. It happens more than we really like to admit. You can also get up updates from the trucks that are going north or south to find out about the road conditions. If anyone drives the haul road please slow down (30-40 mph)when you pass a big truck. The rocks that are on the road even though they're small they still crack windshields when its that cold and is just good road manners for the guys that have to drive that road every day to make there living.

[@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!!

[@Waar4]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@whitecityman]

like it !!!

[@nigelheathcote6084]

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

[@helenlogan6481]

I drink green tea with lemon teabags. Love it

[@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.

[@0youx]

Nature's miracle

[@m.kameron6303]

Are you there yet??? I can't wait for your next video!!!

[@biffboffo]

Bravo!

[@Rannvijays]

What a coincidence! I am also having Avocado mix on toasted bagel while watching your video.

[@peggyjones392]

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

[@pacjam418]

Saw something like this on Planet Earth. What they showed was part of the Tigre forest belt. Looked amazing & how awesome you got to see. -from not as snowy New England

[@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.