My Favorite Truck Camping Upgrade

[@tommyo1]

Whenever I pick up hitch hikers I tell them "I'm completely fine with picking up strangers, I mean the odds of having two serial killers in the same car is pretty low". And then it's safe

[@MegaKodey]

ahahahah good one man ill use that one day

[@factsbykidd4765]

*serial killer hitchhiker awkwardly laughs

[@QuesTV92]

Me: wow what were the odds *puts away knife* professional courtesy

[@orionpavlos4479]

@@QuesTV92 😂

[@aydendarian1785]

i dont mean to be off topic but does any of you know a method to log back into an instagram account..? I was stupid lost my login password. I would appreciate any assistance you can offer me.

[@RecklessGamer18]

BIIIIG props to those techs for putting your stuff back up on the racks and dealing with that professionally. As a mech myself, it can be frustrating to deal with a bunch of unexpected extra stuff, but it seemed like those dudes had it squared away. Super cool.

[@andsterlastname7905]

I don’t know if you’ve shared it before, but it was interesting to hear the origin of your name. It’s definitely unique!

[@1110Ron]

His name is Maverick.

[@elizabethdover2567]

@@1110Ron 😂😂

[@filo-engene]

@@1110Ron 😂😂😂

[@Tejvir7]

@@1110Ron 😂😂😂😂

[@cheloamezcua_23]

@@1110Ron 😂😂😂😂😂

[@TERBIZ]

As living in the Midwest I love the midwestern niceness when you go to small mom and pop buissnesses and you can sit there and talk to people without having to be quiet and you meet people and nobody’s angry at you for sitting at a bar area eating food talking to locals it’s so wholesome seeing mav talking to that guy in the restaurant made me think about that

[@LuckyLu602]

BE CAREFUL! I’ve seen too many Discovery ID shows where picking up hitchhikers has gone bad. That’s just the mom in me scolding you. Btw-love the new topper. Definitely a nice upgrade.

[@karlagreen6310]

Yes. You're Mom would not approve. Sorry!!

[@AceViper141]

@@karlagreen6310 shes probably a better mum than yours because at least Lala care to warn about the dangers of hitchhikers

[@labadaba5088]

Dude, you heard him that the driver talked with the HH and he seemed good.

[@jr.shakespeare8343]

@slappy hhh， word. It is true. You just never know. Never too bad to be careful.

[@davidsonkhd]

I bought a A.R.E MX series topper back in 2006 and planned the nomadic lifestyle. I have paired with rear hatched door on my 2004 F150. Life changing events happened and I ended up selling the truck. I enjoy your vids so keep on truckin. 🤙

[@meretakimoana4283]

Im happy i found u, ur videos are really interesting to watch. Ur manners are on point. I think ive watched most of ur vids now. Theres a saying i always say to my kids. Get comfortable with the uncomfortable. Because comfortable is the steal of growth. And u are so doing anything this saying means. Sending u alot of support from New Zealand x

[@FilthyPoet]

Please don’t ever change, Mav. You’re a real genuine person. My favorite Content creator. 🙌🙌

[@COOLDUDERBALD]

Thanks for being kind to my sister mav.

[@colintrout1095]

Bro be careful with hitch hikers,nice to help the guy. Sweet topper

[@mattmax11]

I agree. People will make you believe there nice and then change once they get in. And it's especially dangerous with covid.

[@turkey4957]

Stop fear mongering bro. We will always need to be around people we don't know and anyone at any time can rob you on the street, take advantage of you etc. I'm pretty sure Mav doesn't want to live in a world of being so worried about random people hurting you that you don't give people a chance.

[@mattmax11]

@@turkey4957 The person isn't fear mongering you clown. it's called being self aware. No everyone is what they seem to be.

[@inactive5895]

@@mattmax11 Agreed. I saw that guy eye up the camera straight away. Maybe something could have happened if he didn't know his actions were being recorded...idk tho just food for thought.

[@Red-hk9gb]

@@mattmax11 yea that 99% survival rate is dangerous

[@crystalneel748]

That is by far the best thing you’ve done for truck camping life! I just wanted to see more of you sitting fully upright! So much better for your posture, digestion, safety... & now I don’t have to feel claustrophobic watching your videos anymore!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@irvingaytan609]

“Is that the breakfast pizza”😂😂

[@tonytoecrust2542]

I read this comment as soon as he said this 😂

[@irvingaytan609]

@@tonytoecrust2542 lmao

[@bradb5850]

made me chuckle

[@tysouth1056]

Lmfao🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jaytater2165]

Sid from ice age

[@pammadrid7804]

Ok...as a Mother and Grandmother...You are never...NEVER...give a stranger a lift. Did it, done. Plus, we all enjoy your videos.

[@mariaa.9952]

Crazy how we’re hooked on his videos!! 💁‍♀️ Can’t explain it....but...it’s like I watch...just to make sure he’s alright!! 🤞

[@tbkmercury4157]

You can most definitely give a stranger a lift but be cautious

[@easymoney9719]

Calm down Karen

[@huejass9130]

It’s pretty common within the dwellers/granola community. It’s super normal for mtn bikers, back packers, and backcountry skiers/snowboarders to catch rides with each other

[@gabbyytname]

@@easymoney9719 No no no don't call her "Karen". She's absolutely right. I applaud Mav's sweet heart, but let's not pretend people haven't died doing *exactly* what he did.

[@EZee213]

"Your parents named you Maverick?".....LMAO! I hate to sound like your dad but please don't make picking up hitchhikers a habit. You know the dangers. I only say this because I care.

[@bootayyshakin]

Mav’s strapped. Nothing to worry about.

[@redstone5149]

Not smart at all. Just can’t do that these days.

[@bootayyshakin]

@Billy Mays i’m not a gun owner. But that makes sense. Mav’s a grown man though he can make his own decisions.

[@Animedude201]

I picked up one never again. It was 12 degrees felt bad. Lady kept getting weirder and weird ask me for s3x for money and if I didn't say I was a minor (I'm not just at that moment felt very threatened cause her hand was about to touch me) pulled over and said get out of my car and at that moment I never again did this.

[@The_Cat_Authority]

@@redstone5149 tell me one story of a hitchhiker attacking someone you actually know. i will wait

[@kung-fubadger3766]

That fish and chips at 9:10 looked amazing omg made my mouth water just looking at it

[@PV96]

You are such a nice guy! Your parents must be super proud of you!

[@danielueblacker9118]

read his grandmother's book it is really interesting.

[@PV96]

@@danielueblacker9118 Would you mind telling me the name of the book please??

[@sherryljo]

Thanks to our waiter 25+ years ago for your name idea. Dad and I did come up with the spelling of your name on our own. Love you 💜

[@zakariaott]

Very cool spelling choice! Names are all the same these days!

[@LetsLaugh2Getha]

Does it panic you to watch him on some of his adventures??

[@sherryljo]

@@LetsLaugh2Getha he’s enjoying his life - moms worry! 💜

[@LetsLaugh2Getha]

@@sherryljo ahhh man, I was hoping to hear it gets easier! My kiddo is only 14 so I am preparing for the stage Mav is at. 😂 You guys raised an amazing young man with a great spirit.

[@bimapamungkas9109]

you raised an awesome young man, great job Mom

[@quinnopiola2186]

good to see mav a little more social 😂

[@danielueblacker9118]

he is it's what we see in the videos clouds our view.

[@corasmilepp]

I like Maverick:)

[@jaymoar3561]

@@corasmilepp *Mavrik

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

nice mav! its incredible how much of a difference the added headroom changes the feel of the topper. Stoked for you!

[@juniorcervantes513]

You are one ballsy dude to be honest. You helped out a hitch hiker, and brought him into your vehicle. Mad props to you tbh.

[@davidgomez5116]

And left him with the vehicle to go get a sandwich

[@jackwetzel3250]

You should put one way tint on the back of your truck so you can see out but they can’t see in!!

[@xchick10]

I love that you have room to sit up now! Even as a weekend sometimes van camper, I rebuilt my set up after not giving myself the right amount of headroom the first time Cheers Mav!

[@WiddleMousie]

Ahh the raspberry cheesecake cookies from subway, my mom LOVED those, she would go to subway just to get them. After she passed in 2018 I tried to make a copy cat recipe and nailed it, now I make them often for my kiddos in memory of My Mom Their Grandma. Nice choice Mav!

[@OutdoorOdyssey]

id get the windows of the topper blacked out so people cant see inside, im sure you already thought of it but just an idea! make you feel more comfortable sleeping in public and keeping valuable items back there

[@danithaman4610]

That fire at 1:30 is used to burn off excess gas/gas products. When the plant is running at tip top shape there is a small flame if that at all but when they have a problem going on 5they burn it off instead of releasing it directly into the atmosphere

[@leonardomoretti6507]

I'm so into this that I felt really good seeing your upgrade Mav, I thought "we have so much space in here right now, it feels nice" at 11:30. I figured I consider myself inside of your life and truck already. Can't wait for the next episode of MAV. Cheers from Brazil!

[@Weird_1]

Hey mav just a small tip for crimping things without crimpers. Take a bee bee. Or a small pebble and put it on one side of the connector then use your vice grips ! Awesome new topper man!

[@Tonyk24]

Bruh I been waiting for him to get a bigger topper. Thing looks sweet!!

[@ahill9477]

You are so unlike most of your youth group, and that’s meant as a compliment: intelligent, not self focused or self important. One of the best YT channels out there.

[@justonchan9025]

Man so good you finally got a taller one. I remember you talking about wanting one months ago

[@fredm.9031]

This kid almost restores my faith in humanity! It's great to have such a beautiful spirit but be careful with the hitchhikers. You don't seem like you're built for the situations you can end up in if that ever went south.

[@richnixon1034]

WHAT WE HAVE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR

[@mikeyfrancisco68]

Sweet new camp topper Mav !!! Yes i agree with the rest of the fellow subscribers be careful with hitchhickers !!! We all know u have a heart of Gold and like to help people in need but be careful bro !!! Ordering some merch soon !!!!

[@abdallahalaydi1632]

I found this dude at 4am and I’m in love with this

[@randomguy4254]

Where do you live??

[@LiosMan]

@@randomguy4254 not in Europe 😂

[@thomasbee5218]

"i found this dude at 4am".......lol.....been there too......good for you 🌈🌈🌈🌈

[@abdallahalaydi1632]

FL

[@randomguy4254]

@@LiosMan 😂

[@Str8outofcompton5]

I’m from Indiana... I can tell you it’s a lot of flat land, back roads, corn fields, cows... and that’s about it lol. You’ll run into a few towns and cities, but for the most part it’s corn fields! I hope you enjoy your stay in Indiana! After 23 years, I’m moving from here to Florida!

[@Paco1337]

I would be most def tint those windows for privacy 😂

[@ZombiteXD]

they are tinted but barely... like why not limo tint that?

[@joshuareyes4640]

Doesn’t he insulate it? That covers the window so he can flip up the insulation to see if anyone is outside. Tinted windows at night with light you can see the light shining through from the outside but not from the inside.

[@GoAndLive]

I thought it was a one way see through cause they were pretty dark from the outside

[@dpeagles]

I have a 2017 tundra. I went back and forth about a topper since I bought it. I finally pulled the trigger on an ARE topper and man I love it. The dog lives riding back there too. I guess if the wife ever kicks me out I can live in there too!

[@johnpaoloporal7721]

Hi Mav, I am from the Philippines and watching your videos during this hard time because of the pandemic makes me happy and relax. Beacuse of your videos I decided to learn how to drive. Just always safe and Thank you.

[@KaltrinaDemiri]

That's nice of you to give him a ride. I gave a guy a ride too when I got off work, heard him say he needed a ride and I offered him one. That was at night and maybe not the smartest thing to do but he seemed nice and he was. I am still alive to this day lol.

[@ryzenwalkingbear965]

You are a perfect definition of a living legend, you’ve come so far and makes me wanna be better just by watching you and what you do! Love ya man! 🙏🏻❤️

[@seancssu]

I live in Denver, love that fish n chips spot. I’m a huge fan. love to see home in videos across the web

[@nantix4259]

Is it weird that I'm going to miss the clicking noise your back window handle made 😂

[@letswatchutube5132]

Same

[@killemall73]

I did NOT think I'd find this comment here... but I'm glad I did.

[@americaneaglenews]

You're awesome mav

[@michaelpellegrino3220]

I just finished setting my truck up for camping. I put an ARE Mx topper on after watching your headroom struggles. Glad you made the change. Sitting up is awesome!

[@colebrisbois1226]

Mav is basically the epitome of Minnesotan. Super nice to everyone always trying to help out. 😂😂

[@nicholasbingham591]

Hell yeah Mav I picked up a hitcher the other day didn’t even ask for money was amazed was happy to give him a ride

[@jns630]

"Seems so good" "He seems like a nice dude" isn't that what the said about Ted Bundy?

[@jschrademusic9511]

Lmao😭😂

[@liamc1102]

Yeah but that dude killed women

[@koningbolo4700]

@@liamc1102 Aren't you glad he did? Imagine those women reproduced... the numbers of women that would have resulted in...

[@rupeshyadav303]

@@koningbolo4700 😂😂😂 Bro...

[@jameysmith2999]

Well mav don't chill with chicks so I think ........wait a minute...

[@mattiaskeinnn3317]

Ive picked up hitch hikers alot of times and brought them 2,5 hours when i visited my girlfriend every weekend back in the Days. Its kinda fun man you did a good thing.

[@karaleeann1211]

You deserve NEW stuff Mav , you work hard and your channel is doing great 👍 Enjoy!

[@VexChoccyMilk]

The fire going on the smokestack is there burning excess natural gas from oil production, whatever can't be pumped out to heat homes is burnt to reduce the volatiles into carbon dioxide, which is a much less severe greenhouse gas.

[@stalink895]

this guy was really nice but thats lucky man i would highly recommend not picking up anymore hitch hikers better be safe than sorry

[@jodeum2]

Petroleum processing plants flare gas like that for several reasons. Pressure relief to avoid explosions, burning off methane which is a potent greenhouse gas, and there's volatile gases that would kill people if released without burning off.

[@therealdeal67]

When a person tries and helps others they see life for what it is . Keep on truckin Mav!

[@ndover3505]

i love the look of my ARE MX from outside! but i miss my grandpa camper once i am inside the truck.

[@murphtheirishmanmurphy7268]

Given that guy a ride was cool but be very wise in deciding to pick up a hitcher. 🧐🙏☘️

[@redcandi01]

He could pick me up 🥰😁🤗.... but seriously DONT pick up hitchhikers is the message✌

[@mwood24]

What’s so bad about it I’m from Australia and theres not a lot of hitch hikers from where I’m live in but confused why it’s so bad

[@redcandi01]

@@mwood24 ppl with mental disorders can kill you.... a couple would pretend to break down and practice killing ppl by murdering whomever would stop to help them.... plus there are a LOT of psychos in US.... I cant talk for other places, but I've seen enough documentaries on murders and such to not trust strangers in my personal space like that. You have to help from a distance sometimes. I would have bought the guy a bus ticket or something. Plus I work in the ER and A LOT of ppl are off their meds and flipping out. It's scary smh. A lot of ppl just need their meds and therapy but the system is broken and most fall through the cracks.

[@littlesunshine270]

Love to see it. Watching you sitting in your truck before felt very claustrophobic. And this is better for you back and necks too.

[@thekingbyronstands]

Mav as soon as you get off work is the best

[@andrewennis3184]

At 1:25 that's called a flare stack! Used to burn off flammable stuff to prevent a big boom

[@AddisonDelage]

always looks like it snowing in the camper shell

[@stickstickley5098]

yeah whats that going on? thought it was bugs

[@TCUteacher]

Dust?

[@48x40]

Getting a topper for my truck in the next few weeks and I couldn't decide on regular height or mid/high rise. You just helped me decide. Awesome vids Mav!

[@carlogarcia4327]

hyped for mav, he’s been wanting that topper since 100k

[@davidvaughn7752]

Glad to see you living your dream and enjoy life while you are healthy and young! You seem like a really nicer person! I've heard these covers called by many names: shells, canopies, bed-caps, etc. I think it is a regional thing that people call these. They did a really good job on your truck and I'm sure that you're going to enjoy it. Good luck on your travels and drive safe.

[@hipbeeexplorer]

Mav is the coolest!!!

[@mybrokencompass7102]

Great upgrade. I had the same topper on my 2012 F150. I sold that truck, now waiting on my new topper for my Tundra. It’s a game changer with the platform sleeping system. Great channel!

[@EveChapa]

The topper finally matches the truck 😂

[@tombrown879]

Steak, double bacon, double pepper jack. toasted. Onion, green peppers, tomatoes, spinach, Sweet onion sauce, BBQ sauce. That is a great new upgrade for sure.

[@brandon34344]

More trout catch and cooks this year my boy. Maybe some turkey hunting

[@soupsfarm1825]

mmm filling up the truck with corn, love that these trucks come with flexfuel systems

[@cjwalton3812]

Yes dude! Side note anybody else wanna see some yes dude t shirts?!

[@scottrose5922]

Happy you were able to get a newer upgrated camper shell. It's exciting getting a new toy for the toy. Looks awesome and looks very functional

[@slow.blobeye8345]

10:52 "So nice to be able to sit up dude" *Hits head off rood* "So nice.."

[@СОЛНЫШКОС-ф7л]

😂

[@chiefb1840]

Serve this country! You clearly have skills that are needed in the special operations community of the US Military - you are an impressive young man and I admire your skills and abilities - I deeply admire your videos - wishing you the best -

[@Colorized__History]

"The only way to get more comfortable is to stick your neck out there", so so so true.

[@mynamejeff8401]

And then you get shanked in the neck

[@jackdavis8992]

That giant candle is a flare stack. Burns off excessive has at refineries usually. Love the channel. Keep on trucking.

[@jackdavis8992]

Gas sorry. I have a little tonight myself.

[@jackdavis8992]

Bought my topper at suburban toppers too. Great shop, great guys.

[@haileee1684]

That transition was smoothhhh😂

[@angelacross2216]

Good for you picking up a hitch-hiker. I always pick up a hitch-hiker if I can.

[@itsyaboiimpulsive279]

Thanks from the upload!! ❤️

[@davidjalomo4156]

I travel a lot of the Midwest myself for work or trips. I use my gym memberships at 24hr gyms to get a pump, shower or sleep while on the road.

[@salty95]

More people need to be like Mav!!! Selfless 💯🤙🏻♥️

[@danielueblacker9118]

for sure.

[@beauelliott8648]

I am at work about to clock in and watching this video.. eating a Italian bmt, onions lettuce tomato no sauce. And a raspberry cheese cake cookie.... blew my mind.

[@AliSandBox]

I started Watching this channel today I'm addicted to it now

[@reviewsbyHP]

Same topper place I got mine at! The extra space is a game-changer and needed. They run a good ship there too! Good guys!

[@taytranada7]

The fact that you’re in CO is sick! You have to check out Durango CO in the southwest

[@paulsanders1]

I have a Snugtop with win-doors all around, one of the best options but did stay with the cab-height. As I develop my platform/drawer system, will run across the same height issue. Will remember the taller topper on the next truck. Good vid, thanks! Paul

[@Rasta311]

You probably drove past me lol. Im in Boulder

[@trishaleaver3581]

I pretty much have the exact truck, cap, colour setup with an 8ft box and bedrug . 8 ft box is soooooo nice. I use a 28 inch deep shelf across the back leaving the floor wide open for a queen size down filled futon mattress on the bedrug. Leaves tons of headroom and storage is accessible through the windoors. No semi permanent build as I use this truck for work as a builder. My truck is a 2017 f150 5.0 extended cab 8ft box. May take out the larger section of back seat. Love your vids Mav, keepem comin:)

[@DaltonScharberg]

Ayyyyyyeeeeee bud!!!

[@ChevieBabySalvatore]

I knew there would be a hundred comments about the hitchhiker yes a lot if ppl are disguised and liars or steal if not worse some don’t do any of the sort and are genuine ppl just needing a little help along the way. Pick and chose your journeys wisely is all I will say, from all Mavs vlogs his integrity as a person he has a pretty darn good head on his shoulders kudos too his mom and dad. That is all.... keep on truckin much love blessings from Alaska 💙🤘🏽✌🏽

[@r.c.8064]

Now that you are heading west you could go North to Alberta and do a collab with Steve Wallis!

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

I have a Silverado with an 8' bed. I wanted the high-rise topper, since I'm 6' 1" tall and I want to be able to sit in it and work on my laptop comfortably and edit photos. (Main reason for the camper top is to go to a location for sunset/dusk pictures, sleep there, then be right there for sunrise pics too) Unfortunately, they don't make the high top for the 8' bed. I'd consider another truck, but holy crap have they got expensive in the last 3 years. I'm a bit frugal as well and bought a U-haul pickup with 8,000 abusive miles on it and some light hail damage. But the cap is going to cost my probably $4K between cap with options, and bed rug. Might get an ARE MX, seems like the most rise I can get for mine. Well off to bed, I've got to get up for the sunrise. Cheers.

[@cowboyron98]

Please don’t do that anymore. You do know that’s how people go missing. Take care and keep up the great content.

[@iflanzy]

No, it's not actually.

[@mondo9.2.5]

@BadDriversOfTennessee wonder why i hear that alot too

[@guyprince895]

Man you are a good soul. Very kind.

[@seeszm]

You do know there’s Casey’s in Minnesota

[@mj8839]

Sweet new topper! Same as mine just not the extra head room. Love it so far! Happy you're able to get a color match!

[@thekoalaimpala]

What model of bed topper is this exactly?

[@seansimpson705]

My boys at suburban toppers! Been around forever, always buy my toppers from them. Good dudes.

[@marinediver7839]

Me: Mom I wanna go camping **Mav posts a new video** Mom: We have camping at home sweetie

[@The_Cat_Authority]

sleeping in your truck isnt camping. its called sleeping in your truck

[@RANDOMGUY-ty3ze]

@@The_Cat_Authority No it is actually camping. Unless you are parked in your driveway.

[@robclendenin6006]

Actually it's called truck camping I said at a Tent you're in a truck

[@The_Cat_Authority]

@@RANDOMGUY-ty3ze nope

[@drakon480]

that white topper rounds off your rig quite nicely!

[@NWFishingSecrets]

220th comment!!!! What do I win?!? 😂 great vid, congrats on the new penthouse

[@danielueblacker9118]

Mav will Cook a meal for you....

[@papi5035]

collab ????

[@boejiden1065]

Put mav in a taco with that cheese tortilla thing

[@bford98541]

Leggo with that collaboration

[@coltonkomar4360]

collab is definitely needed at some point

[@austinseela3071]

That's crazy!! That's th same place my dad got his topper installed on his colorado. I live only 20 minutes away from there too!

[@Anameiforgot]

Goes to Casey’s gets subway lol 😂 they got Casey’s in South Dakota best food ever

[@michaelsticka7839]

Casey pizza rocks!

[@midrangekilla]

this dude seems like a good guy kinda sweet too. hope for the best for you man. stay safe.