My First 48 Hours Winter Truck Camping

I knew that my first two days on the road to the Arctic Circle would be a huge learning curve. Car camping in the winter... Cooking outside when it's below freezing... Driving on the ice and snow. What could possibly go wrong?
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[@unaoltedal]

Eva. You embody the expression «don’t live the same year 75 times and call it a life». Keep running. You’re doing great.

[@TheOnlyRebeccaLHall]

Amen!

[@AnonYmous-UserNotFound]

Love this saying - never heard it before ❤

[@joeyhoy1995]

​@@GNMi79I mean if you watched her earlier stuff that's far from it. Climbed the highest peak in Antarctica. She's also never in the same place. I think the idea, is challenge yourself everywhere you go. Learn, grow, create experiences. We aren't built to work until we die.

[@outdoorsbeyondnature1980]

Amen 🙌🏼

[@user-cl1fc3zw8l]

Safe journey 👏👍🙏

[@roshi98]

Always park front facing toward the road, not front in. If you need to rock yourself out of snow you have a lot more gear options going forward than backward, and if you need to be towed out it makes is easier for the crew to manage extraction.

[@Powerstroke98]

True, or if she needed a boost of the battery, having the front out would be more beneficial.

[@elsienorback7689]

Exactly, plus if you need a jump by someone else it’s easier when vehicle is backed into parking space. It’s also a quick exit strategy and easier to move forward instead of backwards.

[@roshi98]

My dad called it "combat parking", keeping the vehicle best positioned for any situation.

[@elsienorback7689]

As a firefighter, we always park in the egress position ready to leave at any moment. I think everyone should always park in that manner. It can also reduce an accident when ppl are backing up in a parking lot.

[@anmnou]

I will probably never need this information but I appreciate knowing this now! 😃

[@annewinning9723]

I smiled when you were laying in in your bed saying you love camping and sleeping in your vehicle …..I am a 70 yr old woman and have a new customized van I absolutely love sleeping in. l travel with my bikes, paddle board below my bed. Have a webasto heater connected to my gas tank, solar and running water. A small 12v frig, a portable camp stove and that’s it, everything I need at races, or for recreation. It is just so nice to see someone express similar feelings about their little home.

[@stuartrollings602]

70 is the new 50! U go girl!

[@agnesskibicka]

​@@stuartrollings602that's 🙂 nice! Hello 👋 from Poland 🇵🇱 and mindful life by Agnes, channel and countryside 🐕!

[@christianolson786]

I love this message. Makes me excited for adventures for years to come

[@ShayNashiv]

Van life was the best part of my life, still looking forward to repeat it 💜✌️🤗

[@kattensilverregn340]

This sounds lovely

[@thereseivarsson4417]

Pro Swede tip, don´t wash your face with water in the morning and don´t put on moisturizer containing water on. If you wash your face, you remove all the good fats that protect your face from cold. And a moisturizer containing water can cause getting freeze damage more easily in this cold climate. ❄🌬

[@Eduardo-rg8fk]

When Eva uploads a new video, I usually stop everything I'm doing just to watch it

[@dailygrind1620]

same here bro.. same here 😁

[@JacekD]

@@dailygrind1620 So do I.

[@FernandaVonStraube-vd9bw]

Honestly I’m the same lol

[@kevinhayes1656]

You’re probably out of practice because I imagine you haven’t done that in quite a while so you’re not used to it anymore would’ve been my guess

[@douglaselliott8298]

Damn straight👍

[@kattensilverregn340]

Hi, I love reading people stories in the comments so I will share mine too. I'm a 24 year old from sweden that started solo travelling at 22. It changed my life, gave me so much more trust in myself and the world, a life of travel feels exciting, a life of being alive, so I don't know if I'll ever stop. Sometimes the ideas of society get to me though, like "get a career" and "get serious, stop wasting time". In moments like this I love to watch Evas videos, they awaken that travel-flame in my soul, and I love to read everyone's stories of choosing a different way. I am currently in Australia working on a zucchini farm, soon heading of into the (even more) unknown asia. Excited and nervous about my next adventure, can't wait to let the world guide me to where I need to be! I wish everyone safe and happy travels or peace and joy in the routine. Whoever might be reading this, just know you're so very needed and loved, perfect just as you are. Thank you for everything you bring into this world

[@dennise4163]

What do you think about those in society telling you to settle down and have a family with lots of children?

[@kathleenmontenegro8734]

I like reading on the comments. Eva may be traveling alone with Vilk but she's well taken care of by this online community even if virtually. Take care always, Eva!

[@debbiecosta3042]

Honey I don’t think you are running from anything. I believe you are running TO things. Things like adventures and living life to its fullest. Enjoy the things you love and embrace the opportunities you come across. I wish you health happiness and safe travels! ❤️❤️❤️

[@HDThoreau_]

Turn your heater on for a while so the lifting struts have time to warm before attempting to lift it open. You’re correct. It’s absolutely the strut temperature.

[@davehollis7452]

also if your of a shorter height having a pole you can use to extend your lift reach helps.

[@chadrayfunkhouser492]

Me casually working my life away while Evas out living life to its fullest. This summer i'll be hitting the roads again! Thanks Eva for inspiring us to live life.

[@FernandaVonStraube-vd9bw]

So relatable!!

[@ZoefontheMove]

Are you going to put it on KZbin as well?

[@AnonYmous-UserNotFound]

Listening to this while at my concrete jungle office job 😢😅

[@y.john.]

Without you, Eva wouldn't have food, roads, cars, sponsors etc, it's the people who work their lives away that enable people like Eva to live the lifestyle she does today.

[@agnesskibicka]

​@@AnonYmous-UserNotFoundhello 👋 from Poland and mindful life by Agnes -channel and countryside 🐕😊

[@davidbrownstein1464]

I just saw your posting about the trolls criticizing you. IGNORE THEM!! They are probably just jealous of your adventure and spirit. This 71 year old guy says keep doing what you are doing!!

[@raybod1775]

Some people probably though it was much colder in Sweden than it really it, it’s barely below freezing.

[@timwhite5647]

For the most part I agree with you, however; when she said she was seeing a therapist, red flags went up. There should be no reason for her to seek counseling, she's strong in her quest for an adventurous life, she's seems well adjusted to her life decisions. I can only assume her need for therapy goes to her relationships with other human beings....mainly men, and her inability to have a serious relationship in the conventional manner. She's not the type to settle down and have a family, which could alienate most men. That's just my opinion. That's also why I'm saying this to you, and not her.

[@badjujuwallace1320]

@@timwhite5647yes. Why would she seek counseling when you are giving it out for free? Where is your PhD from?

[@timwhite5647]

@@badjujuwallace1320At 66 years of age, my PhD comes from life, and all the challenges that life throws at us all. You're right, although I find it hard to imagine someone as strong-willed as Eva would need counseling, I have no idea what kind of issues she is facing, or have faced. I was responding to another poster, and had no desire to direct my comment directly toward Eva. It was just a thought.

[@badjujuwallace1320]

@@timwhite5647 many strong people seek counseling for a variety of reasons: including reasons she might choose not to share on KZbin. Additionally, did you ever stop to think it might simply be a sponsorship? 🤷🏼‍♀️ Many adventure/overlander types on KZbin have begun marketing BetterHelp, Talkspace, etc.

[@rexx9496]

Eva is so good at this. The quality of shoots and editing looks very professional and I have to keep reminding myself it's just her doing this by herself and there's no film crew.

[@RanaureliFarm]

Interesting journey. May I suggest you seriously consider getting a winch cable with the pulley attached to Oddesy as that will really be a life saver specifically in the snow in case of an emergency to pull you out and also it will be a handy gadget in all types of weather. Your traveling in areas where hardly any help can be sorted to pull Oddesy out if stuck and with a winch cable attached to a tree you can pull yourself out easily

[@danaklamecki8820]

Yes! This!

[@dojohansen123]

A winch is a great thing, but seriously, it's Sweden she is in, help is a phone call away if need be. It might take up to a few hours to arrive, if there is no real (medical) emergency, but that is often at least as bad in or near cities simply because the rescue services tend to be completely overwhelmed with work around the cities on days with really difficult conditions.

[@josephhaack5711]

A couple of townstraps also!

[@McBiker69]

Hardly Noone can help?? Damn girl U have no idea what ure talking about 😂😂😂

[@thelonerizla1]

UK dog handler and land rover fanatic here . Watch for snow getting packed into ice between your awesome dogs pads . Learn how to re bead your tyres using easi-start or lighter fuel (petrol) run low tyre pressure if need be, as low as 10psi if you're struggling for traction. Have a good 12v tyre inflator on board . A winch is your best asset in bad snow .

[@roudyman777]

I mean… the moment the dog gets in the temperature controlled van the ice will melt immediately, what’s the concern mr. veterinarian?

[@ibMoose2u]

@@roudyman777 It doesn't take a medically trained vet to tell you your dog's feet will freeze if out in snow and ice for periods of time. There's a reason why dog sledders use boots on their puppers and those of us who live in sub-zero temps put boots on our pupper's paws. If I spend an hour plus out cutting/splitting wood or whatever on my property, my beloved puppers get their boots on. How about you walk out in the snow and ice with bare feet for 30 minutes and simply melt them by going inside... LOLOL

[@ibMoose2u]

All great suggestions! Also, a smaller generator in case the diesel heater fails, lines on the rover freeze up, etc. Sub zero temps wrecks vehicles. When in that type of cold, you need to have the ability to have back up heating for yourself and your vehicle. Block blankets, add a block heater if it's not already installed. Even then, fuel lines easily freeze even with additives.

[@Dan-fo9dk]

Forget that low pressure you're talking about. You are obvious not used to winter conditions in UK. She is driving with studded tires on snow and ice .....not in a desert of sand. Generally do the winter tires need a pressure which is around 0,2 bar higher than summer tires. You can believe me or not ....but you should take a notice when Nokian ( one of the absolute best manufacturer of tires for Nordic conditions ) say so. For every 10 dgr lower temperature the pressure in the tire will reduces with around 0,1 bar. Hence the colder weather you get you need to observe the tire pressure .....and fill up / increase the pressure to the recommended level. This is important for controlling the vehicle in every way ....including reducing braking length ....and reducing fuel consumption. Driving with low pressure in really cold weather will also destroy the tire quickly. Higher pressure in the tire result in a smaller surface with higher force into the ground giving good grip on the ice.... you don't want a big surface with low force which transform your car into a uncontrollable sledge. I will also add a couple of other things: First that "black ice" is not a thing ....when the road ....all the way .....already is just ice and compacted snow.... Second: She don't need to worry about the fuel stuff. All the petrol station has already the right mix in the fuel pumps designed for low temperatures.... What she need to remember is to use plenty of anti freeze fluids, always fully charged battery and as much fuel in the tank as possible to avoid condensation ( resulting in water in the tank ) ....one can say fill up when you can ...not when you need.....

[@Amrtidy]

@@Dan-fo9dk is right, do not low your tyre pressure.

[@anastasiabutton]

I never understood why people would think you are running away from something - or when people tell me the same, for that matter. I always felt you were running towards growth, diverse experiences, and adventure. Not everyone can relate to the Adventurer, an actual job title in the past, but I am one of those who adores your journey. I look forward to your and Vilk’s small (and large) adventures. From one “free spirit” to another, I’m rooting for ya. ❤ PS. Love the video and thank you for showing us parts of Sweden!

[@BuzzSargent]

See Eva, The lovely comments far outweigh the mean, nasty people 🍨🐾🐾🐾🦌🦌🦌

[@sherriedavis8688]

I have never thought you were running from anything, rather Ive always felt you were running to something. Running to your true self.

[@keyper555]

Love your back on the road, this might have been mentioned but I will reiterate, those gas shocks on your rooftop that assist in lifting the roof have to move fluid from one side of cylinder to the other as its lifting, in the extreme cold that fluid is much thicker and will move very slowly, thereby restricting the amount of pushing pressure. the only way to help that besides trying to push it up like you do and possibly hurting your back is to find a pole to use to push it up from the ground rather than climbing up on the back of rig, if you were to slip and fall you could injure yourself badly and no one around to hep you. so find a good long pole you can store inside rig and use it, you will have way better success and not possibly hurt yourself in the process, Love you and Filks always.

[@edwinnegron8861]

Take your time, don’t be in a rush, and watch out for black ice! Stay safe 😎

[@joefish6546]

The struts that help lift your Alu Cab rooftop tent are gas struts - they're the same design found to open a trunk and or a hood on most cars. The amount of force the struts exert to push up the tent depends on the pressure of the gas. Gas, unlike fluid or solid mediums, expands when it's warm and (you guessed it) contracts when it's cold. So if the gas cools, it contracts a little in the struts and reduces the pressure. In other words, the struts won't provide as much lift when cold as they would when 'normal' temperature. You should consider whether the struts are the only thing keeping your Alu Cab open. If so, you might want to consider a contingency should the struts fail while you're in there!

[@Databyter]

Ahh, good comment. I realized they were charged, and made a similar comment, but I thought they were oil filled, like most shock absorbers. Still as you say the cold makes a difference.

[@1anita1m]

The woman has climb the mountain in Antarctica, she climb Kilimanjaro, she a marathon runner. Those are just a few of her many accomplishments. She has traveled practically all over the world. Eva has trained Vilk since he was a pup. He loves the snow. Vilk is a very strong smart dog. Eva would never put him in any danger or herself. She knows what she is capable of doing. She knows when to quit and when to push on. In order to be experienced, you have to first be a beginner.

[@2lives1left]

Eva, a simple fix for opening your roof top tent. Get yourself a nice skinny strong stick about long enough to open it from the ground. I know you are in an odd area, but they make expandable painting sticks. All the luck you need on this trip is being sent!

[@2lives1left]

I saw you did that, and I was going to suggest it, but you're that good on your own. But a stick, and not having to climb would be nice! We don't want to see you on the dirt!!!@@inmyopinion6836

[@GraphicAnomaly]

@@inmyopinion6836 she did that in the video...even took everything off. It was only slightly lighter

[@user-br3ll4mb6e]

Strong stick is the way to go.

[@Ann3M4r13]

I thought the proven was how stiff the hinges are... I wondered about Low-temperature lubricants are designed for cold environments and can provide reliable lubrication even in freezing temperatures

[@Kiihhu2]

Frosty mechanism @@inmyopinion6836

[@jayallen4785]

Your dialog is so calming. Your videos have always given me a calm sense of being. Good stuff Eva, thank you.

[@dejairalvesen-gb2752]

It's give me confidence to ne myself

[@hounddog3476]

Yes. Thank you

[@ElGuapoGuapissimo]

Keep going girl and never look back. After all this years your videos keep getting better and better. Thanks!

[@totalassuage]

How fun and exotic that you came to Sweden were I live, and you came during an especialy wintry winter. I even did my mandatory army duty in the north of Sweden in Boden in 1999-2000, when I did quite a lot of "camping" in the winter. There is nothing quite like the middle of the forest near the arctic circle on a clear day/night, when everything is covered by a meter of snow, and the world is mufled to complete silence. Its magical!

[@karreevaughan4674]

In my twenties and thirties I lived 12 years in Lake Tahoe. Snow camped (back packed) in the Desolation Wilderness Area and outside of Yosemite California. Brings back fond memories for me, you're right it makes you feel so alive! Thank you for being so brave and sharing your adventures with us love watching your adventures. Be safe and make a million beautiful memories that will last a lifetime ❤

[@dpporlando]

The cold is definitely gonna effect the performance of the gas struts ability to lift. You could upgrade to stronger struts if the cold is gonna be your reg thing. Stay warm Odwanzna Pani

[@Trailheadtex]

I do not call it running away, more of running to meet new experiences in life. This is how I view life in general. You are young, so do it as much and as long as you can.

[@yasmeenislam3330]

Exactly 👏

[@mehmetkemalkoksal2047]

I've seen lots of comments where people try to give advise, criticize and make fun of this. They are absolutely lifeless and cannot even go out for a little walk outside. Hope she ignores those comments, because what she does is a magical personal journey, a journey into her inner self and she chooses to share it with public. I praise her for that and always enjoy her content. Keep up this beautiful work Eva! Do not forget you are inspiring many people including me.

[@colleenbalch328]

So, snow chains for deeper snow are helpful. Also, it may be your job to shovel yourself out a place to park, park, and then shovel yourself back out in the morning to get going. If you’re not carrying a shovel that can do that with your strength behind it, consider getting one.

[@beerenmusli8220]

You didn't watch video one of this trip, she brought a full ssize shovel for this.

[@PowrAl]

You're not running from anything, you are fulfilling a passion and getting paid for it. You are doing your job, and when you are doing a job you love it will never feel like work. You are one of the few truly blessed people on this planet.

[@chiingekang8235]

Totally agreed

[@dejairalvesen-gb2752]

I agree, I do know why people create those fakes lies, i think they a just projecting themselves on someone else's life

[@janefreeman995]

Yes. I just got the 'running from' comment as I adventure travel regularly. . I'm also on a compelling and wonderful inner journey and was describing my happiness. How that translated to running away is beyond me. Yes...running toward joy with two feet on the ground!

[@Zen_and]

Not to get too deep here, but there are plenty of folks whose very wanderlust distracts from dealing with trauma, pain, loss, grief, etc. I am not saying Eva is doing this, but I know folks who just get uneasy when they have to live in one place for a while because they naturally start processing their emotions and past, and it is often heavy and hard for them to do so. There is a level of anxiety and restlessness that underpins their wanderlust. They, like Eva, also have a passion for travel and experiencing new and exciting things in the world, perhaps via working in numerous countries as digital nomads or just being adventure seekers. However, they can't seem create or such love, excitement, or passion staying in one place because of something happening within them. They are not emotionally available and their connections with people usually don't reach emotionally deep and tend to be superficial. If they get emotionally attached to anyone, they tend to either 1) immediately break it off, 2) find ways to sabotage it, or 3) just keep the persons(s) at a distance so as not to have to explore their own deep emotional contents. Whether or not Eva is doing that is not up for any of us to say, but the suggestion that she might be doing so is perfectly plausible and not wrong to make.

[@johnkeith9237]

Eva, you are not running from anything, You are running to the future that you want. Most of us are so busy keeping the lights on or doing what is expected that we find ourselves in a rut. The only difference between a rut and a grave is the depth.

[@BuzzSargent]

I am enjoying this show emensly. I grew up in New Hampshire delivering milk in the milk trucks with my dad who owned Flanders Dairy. By 9 years old he had taught me how to drive in the snow. This is in the 1960's. It was 4 am in the morning. The skills he taught me have kept me safe all these years and I am 69 now. Be safe, your smart lady and think you will do just fine. Interesting how Vilk attacks every snow pile digging ... I wonder what he is looking for? Have a Magical Day. Bless You and Thank You! (From Orlando Florida at 45 degrees tonight)

[@gregwarner3753]

Most of my driving was as a frustrated rally driver. I had a Subaru AWD with good snow tires and spent much of the time on snow and ice covered back roads at or above the posted speed limit. I was encouraged by my wife to go faster. Since she passed away a couple of years ago my need for speed has pretty much gone away. I now spend my Winters inside on YT or writing a spy story. I appreciate your efforts and sense of discovery on this trip. Cold always makes everything much more difficult and a lot more dangerous. You have realized this and are taking the care needed. Keep doing that. Thank you again for sharing your adventures and your endless spirt.. Enjoy. Love You, GregW

[@roberthardy2013]

I too have a Subaru (XV) they are great in snow and mud, just as good as any of the Landrover products I have had over the years.

[@Powerstroke98]

@@roberthardy2013 My only thoughts on the Subaru would be 'high centering' as most of these vehicles aren't very high overall, say compared to some 4X4 trucks, with some kind of lift kit. They are well made with a good balance of weight overall, rather than in one area though, giving/helping with traction indeed.

[@TheWickerShireProject]

Hey Greg! Love the memories! I had a 2004 WRX Lil Blue bah Roo! Stock auto with a set of spare snow tires on it. Low seating, everything feeling mechanical and the rumble of the 4 banger bubbling down the roads, mountain passes and off the beaten path took us to so many places in NH, VT, Maine from Boston. ( Fist bump )

[@craigaust3306]

I’m sorry for your loss

[@elisabethe8055]

Finally someone that travels Sweden on smaller roads and not the E4, E14 or E 45. Eva, you are really seeing my country. Make sure the roads you travel have winter maintenance or you can quickly find yourself in trouble this time of year. When it snow, it pours.. ;) Safe travels and stay warm!

[@sofreznikova]

Seeing you live in these conditions and in this cold makes me appreciate my home, having a roof over my head and central heating so much more! I’ve camped above the arctic circle but in the fall, not in the winter though, and I am very used to the kind of winters you’re experiencing now, so I can relate to what you’re going through. Like I can literally feel the bite of the cold, the way hot water burns the cold hands and all the other little things you’re showing in your daily routine 😊 and I just feel soooo grateful that I’m home now and that I can watch your videos from the warmth of my home!

[@davidwollpert5276]

I loved your description of what you love about camping, just before you went to sleep. I feel the same way about camping! It’s so peaceful and relaxing. The air is fresh, and you feel every night like you’re getting revitalized. And I love snow, so this is a great video for me. Thank you!

[@i3ighippo]

Musher’s wax is great for dogs paws in the snow if there aren’t boots available for the pup.

[@tomphillips3162]

Thanks for the tip.

[@bryanwaybrant925]

You are free and young, do what your heart and soul tell you to do. With no regrets. When you grow older, you can look back with a smile. Be who you are no matter what anyone says.

[@sco3592]

Just love that you see the good around you, the light, the Vilk pulling, the challenges, the cold and the warmth, the simple meal, the unknown ahead and the quiet.

[@Hummingbird25]

I’m so glad it went smoothly for you! Hope your journey brings you peace, happiness and meaning ❤

[@Wyatt907.]

The roof tent is harder to lift due to the fluid in the struts being cold. As far as driving in the snow and ice. I live in Alaska. We teach our kids to learn vehicle control in the winter by taking them to empty parking lot and spinning the vehicle around and learning vehicle control. Also remember 4wd can get you into trouble as much as get you out of it. If you’re on a hard packed road. 2wd and maintain a safe speed. I hope you packed a weapon with you Eva. Cause once you’re in the wilderness there is nobody there. And wolves are something you need to worry about. They will smell Vilk and any food you make. Just my 2 cents.

[@ReyOfLight]

No weapons needed to camp in the wilderness in Sweden or Norway. Not many wolves around the countries, not even all that many bears to worry about, and the only big cat is the lynx who is very very shy. Honestly, people are lucky to even see a wolf, bear or lynx here in Sweden, any encounters happening, usually happens when people are trekking deep into forests and especially if they're hunters and disturbing the forest and scaring the animals living there with all the noise from any shots fired, hunting dogs being around etc. But for Eva to camp on the side of the road? Nah, she'd be really lucky to see any wildlife that isn't some kind of deer or a moose. Further north there's a lot of reindeer as well but they aren't really wildlife as they're owned by the Sapmi people and just aren't kept in enclosures like farm livestock is. Weapons are also illegal here unless you're a licensed hunter, and you also can't bring your hunting rifle along randomly as hunters usually only have a small area where they have hunting rights and there's also regulations on what the hunter can hunt depending on season and the population of the animals at the time. Hunters here can't just aim and shoot, they have to ensure that their target is one that they're permitted to take down at that given time

[@Wyatt907.]

@@ReyOfLight thanks for the info. I would recommend watching the earlier episodes. She is only rest stop camping till she gets to where she is going. Then hiking and camping. Only wish her to be safe.

[@krewetkaaaa]

In Europe people just don't "pack weapon". You cannot own it just like that and carry around

[@martineo9638]

@@krewetkaaaa And lets be greatful for that!

[@brianasamuels]

@@martineo9638 We will see how grateful should the war expand. Wildlife are the very least thing to be fearful of when humans are around. Historic FACT!

[@theylied1776]

The problem looks to be your gas struts. You could apply industrial grease on the cylinder aluminum slides. I don't think your gas struts were designed for extreme cold.

[@NathanMalnaa]

I think the best name for the sled is obvious, Odysseus 😎

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Eva and Vlik. Winter camp is so spectacular and so magical you always find new beauty in the landscape the whole world looks si new and fresh during the winter and the snow falling. Thanks for letting us ride along with y'all on y'all's adventures.

[@terje1757]

As a Norwegian, born and raised with snow all over, I am seriously scared for you for this journey.. I pray that you are better prepared than what you seem to. In Norway it is mandatory to pass driving lessons on ice to show that you truly understand how to handle a car in that environment. There are certain instincts that immediately kicks in from experience only when you suddenly find yourself drifting sideways or 360 degrees when the car starts sliding. You can not physically "ease into that" no matter how much you want to. Every year in Norway, there are hundreds of professional transport drivers from eastern Europe who drives off the road and gets into severe accidents because they have no idea what they get themselves into. Please be extremely careful. Also, the cold can literally kill you if your battery dies or you drive off the road. I don't want to be an alarmist, but I really want you to be very, very aware of this, and have lots of backup options. Wish you all the very best, I hope it goes smooth, and that you will have good memories in the end.

[@GrandeurNature]

She is very very aware about all your wise words and you are right.. My opinion is: she has done a lot already. Faced a lot. And she went trough situations where the inhabitants of the countries she went in would say the same. She will meet extreme difficulties. And deal with it. She is intelligent. Very intelligent. Connected to heart withtout fear. I believe that anyway we experience and the way she is doing it remembers me the way I did create my life. A lot of risks.. I just chose happiness prior to fear. should it mean ending life at a point. I was ok with it. Extreme, of course. But that was my life. And I am sure she will take the right decisions.

[@NoName0000_3]

@@GrandeurNature Agree with you. I also have faith in her abilities. I also think she has faced a lot already. Of course, there are always risks for even the most professional, but sincerely putting there good vibes also, because I think she deserved them, too.

[@McBiker69]

Sikket skämt 😂😂😂

[@beckypetersen2680]

I have one comfort. If we continue to see videos, we know you are still alive and haven't suffered severe frostbite or frozen to death. So, I am thrilled when I see your videos! I would hate this journey as it is very stressful to me to drive in these conditions. My husband is from AK and we lived there the first year and I really was scared driving it.

[@rogerkarlsson9158]

Hi Eva, Be careful if there is a lot of snow during the night, the roof becomes heavy and closes when you sleep. Secure with a stick or similar. You can get stuck under the roof! Place a blanket over the engine at night if it is very cold. It has been very cold up here in northern Sweden this winter and a lot of snow. Good luck !!! Fun to follow your journey!

[@Brittanyjacks]

Your video editing skills are absolutely incredible and the views you’re getting are just amazing. Thank you so much for creating and sharing your video. It means the world to me, especially since I’m currently living in my car and just started my own KZbin channel. It’s so comforting to know that there is someone out there who I can truly relate to. And I must say, your dog is beyond adorable!

[@Travelin_Man1]

I love your description on your first night of the sheer joy of camping. Like you, I find it so wonderful and cozy to have 'weather' (cold, rain, snow, etc.) just right on the other side of my tent or my teardrop wall and I am warm in my bag or bed. When I heard your description I thought, 'Ah, a person after my own heart'. Keep on keepin' on, Eva. You'll have so much fun and joy and learning on this road trip!

[@sumitkar8146]

Another great video by the best adventurous storyteller on KZbin

[@samhavoc1066]

You need a push stick for raising the top in these situations. Keeps you from having to hyperextend yourself to raise it and gives you more leverage. Too much weight on top can blow out your gas struts as well. Pack heavy stuff to the front of the rack, then the load is near the pivot point and lessens the load on the struts.

[@francescodelamadera2113]

Hi Eva. always nice to follow your adventures sometimes. I've been traveling in northen Norway every winter since 2002 and with my Defender (same as yours but TD4 from 2009) since 2009 until 2018. You don't have the perfect car for it but almost ! Espacially winter spikes on tires. Essential! Few tricks for the winter up there with a Def : always have few pastic bags and a way to boiled water, then you fill the bag with hot water to warm a frozen lock. Never loose the grip (but I guess you discovered it by yourself), Do not hesitate to knock on a door of a farm what ever the time if you need. Vikings seems not very social but conditions are so hard overthere they are very helpfull in any cases. Watch gaz station, it's the social and saving place in ruff scandinavian winter after the polar Circle. You can park everywhere safely, just be aware you are not on a private land (in that case, you may before and usually there are no problems). Keep on going and stay tight !

[@G-man45444]

Eva.... this video was probably one of the most enjoyable for me and I've watched just about every single one of your videos. I live in northern Saskatchewan, Canada, and winter is my time to thrive. I do so much outdoor activities and I run a youth land base activity program for our first nations, children and youth and we love playing in the winter time. Camping snowshoeing hiking cooking Bannock on a stick over the fire (We just did a couple days ago) Winter is not a barrier to activity rather it is an open door.

[@adisario]

Watching you enjoy being alive fills me with such joy. Thank you!

[@paulgracey4697]

I have a working knowledge of physics, and aerodynamics. For your rooftop items, I suggest moving their positions more forward, especially the heavy ones. The pneumatic struts are set to lift with some seesaw motion where the weight far forward will become over the center pivot as it lifts. Aerodynamically having that volume forward will improve the way the air flows around the roof rack as it slides down to the back. Note that light airplanes are tapered towards the rear, with the mass of the engine forward. Nothing about the rest of your vehicle is more aerodynamic than a brick of course, but it cannot hurt to have that cargo rack weight more centered above the wheels. May even help you stay out of the ditch.

[@rackets001]

Airplanes rely on center of gravity CG as much as they do airfoil shape. Some have rear engines too, the cg is more important than "mass of the engine forward."

[@Patricia-Wafoes]

Love to see you and Vilk enjoy the basics and nature. Sweden is good for the soul, and nice fresh air😊 Keep on running, with whole your heart, you are good at it🤗☺

[@Invertmini1212]

Love to see you back adventuring.. I am living vicariously through you 🙏

[@yknott9873]

For using that car-top tent in snow country, I would suggest: (1) a power lift (if it's available; use it to raise the top when your engine is running, so you don't run down the battery), and (2) a solid prop to hold the top up, so if you're out during a heavy snowfall, the extra weight of the snow doesn't bring the whole thing crashing down on you in the middle of the night... 🤕 {BTW, Sweden's eastern neighbour Finland makes what are touted as the world's best winter tires, Nokian Hakkapeliitta - and they're studded, but not cheap...}

[@jamesm6067]

I second the Nokian Hakkapeliittas!!!

[@sdemosi]

​@@jamesm6067they're a fabulous tyre. I used them for the first time 3 years ago in the North of Iceland and it was the best winter tyre I've ever used despite horrible conditions.

[@SteifWood]

I have studded Hakka 9 on my Suzuki Ignis. Never had a better winter fit car (and I've had everything from CJ-7s, WJ 4.7l to X3, RAV-4 and even a LC Prado). The micro-suv's permanent AWD, the feather weight and the world's best winter tires makes it a monster and climbs my 100 yrd's driveway with a 15% incline with ease. Every day, ice and snow.

[@mrolsen6987]

The downside of hakkapelitta are that they doesn't work superb in deep snow since it's a thin tire pattern so they "float" when spinning the tire. The downside of the Cooper S/T Maxx which she put on are that they are not as good on ice/hard pack snow. Yes I have both of these tires on a Mitsubishi Pajero and drive alot in both deep snowy roads/terrain and icy roads in northern Sweden. Both tires are great for what they are made for..

[@TheCarmacon]

I simply love how you roam this planet. It feels like you found the true purpose of this wonderful blue marble. Thank you so much for bringing us along.

[@bsummers0623]

Ditto!

[@brettjacobsen8882]

It has been so long since I've seen an episode of your travels, I'm not sure if you disappeared for a bit or because I haven't been watching a lot of KZbin and when I was on I just missed your posts any way it is great to see you back on the road again, you look like you have been supercharged you seem to be a lot happier and when you said you see a therapist who has said you have been running away from something I believe they are partially right, you have been running but you're not running away from anything you are running towards something I think its the adventure you love to find that you're running towards and once you find it you get a bit upset until you find the next location or activity to run towards even if it's just running towards self-improvement you are always on the move, you are a lot happier and it's so great to see you back like this. I think although you made a great adventure travelling through South and North America the whole time you seemed a little guarded (as you rightfully should have been) the reason you brought Vilk into your life was to give you back the security and companionship you had been without for so long, you are amazing by doing all you have been doing from Africa to the Americas to Europe you have never ceased to impress me, I truly love your work, your content and its wonderful to see you back to the Eva I first met on youtube.

[@MichaelFord78]

I’m loving this series. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@elizavetamixailova3848]

Another adventure. Thanks for taking me with you!

[@Lisa-zm8ci]

Manual transmission downshifting is great in the snow! I wish manual was easier to get in the US!!! Also, remove the snow from the top of the car. Snow can be heavy!!!!

[@georgetubbs8211]

wish manuals were easier to get in the us? everything i own is american made and a manual.

[@julianorbaeck]

Thank you for this great content and storytelling Eva, and thank you for showing beautiful parts of my country❤🇸🇪

[@annalarsson6091]

How wonderful to see my beautiful country trough you eyes. And I agree, there is truly something special about that blue so so clear afternoon wintersky. ❤ Also so happy to see you're not just traveling the big main roads. Even if the smaller ones are absolutely both more difficult and potentially dangerous as there's much less traffic/help and they are not always plowed. ❤

[@zacharyhooley]

“Ya know, that first night on an adventure is always so exciting. It’s a little bit like falling in love I think.” I wholeheartedly agree! 🥰 Proud of you Eva, for running from complacency and compromise, back to your first love of wild camping with Odyssey!

[@emmanuelalviola4112]

The joy of being single and loves outdoors. I basically gave this up for the love of my life, my wife, but I have no regrets. At least I can still do fishing and hunting and watch your adventures. Thanks again.

[@emmanuelalviola4112]

@@sannie8000 Read my comment again.

[@TesLatino]

Eva is the greatest of all time! When I started watching this channel a few years ago, I knew this was going to be a great time spent when I need inspiration. Merci!

[@itsjim2875]

So fun to watch Vilk enjoying the snow. You guys be careful out there and stay warm.

[@normanhowe-gl2tq]

You are definitely in your comfort zone----Love your blogs----gives me new places to see thanks to you!!! I just love seeing Vilk doing his thing---You both make one helluva team!!!

[@FernandaVonStraube-vd9bw]

Honestly I don’t remember being this excited to see more of a series of videos like this one in a long time! Ur doing so great! ♥️♥️

[@DanielTorres-wp3mr]

Running is the fastes way to see the world than walkning, so you keep on running and I (we) will run along side with you enjoying all your videos. Driving through snow and ice is not to bad if you respect them and be extra careful. I used to live many years in the mountains of Aspen Colorado area and I learn to coexist with snow and ice. Thank you for sharing your passion.

[@catarinapaisrodrigues2577]

Thank you for sharing your journey and inspiring us. That comment about living the same year over and over really stuck with me, I think everyone has the urge to seek out new experiences, but very few have the courage to face that discomfort. Looking forward to seeing where this trip takes you!

If you loose grip - don’t breake ‘cause then you also can loose steering 🤗 Safe trip

[@danaklamecki8820]

Yes. Downshift to low gear instead.

[@retiredusmc9090]

"Ned" the sled. Love your adventures and insights. Go forth and live life unshackled. You are not running from anything, you are running towards something and that is experiencing the world from your own perspective and lived truths.

[@danielvillavisanis2666]

Awesome story telling! Can’t wait for the next part of your inspiring (in many ways) journey!

[@edwinsantos3137]

Love your enthusiasm regarding the outdoors. You make it more exciting than it actually is and makes outdoor living fun. Enjoy your videos❤❤❤❤

[@Phiyedough]

Flexible materials do get stiffer with the cold so raising that roof will probably get harder as you get further north.

[@TheWickerShireProject]

Eva you're one f the few channels we put up on the Projector to watch. Thank you for bringing us along virtually. We feel like we are with you but, much more scared. You prove the diesel heaters do work. 15c/60F is what our Tiny Home in the woods stays in the winter. Not too hot not too cold but a good set of breathable blankets hit the mark. She says she doesn't cook but there is the spaghetti! Stay safe, keep warm and keep going! Shire out! ( eer watching the rest! )

[@runbibirun]

I unfortunately missed when you did a lot of your truck updates and I just want to say I love the inside way you now have to your tent. You don't have to go out anymore and you're safer inside your car instead of only the tent! Love it well done and it's always so inspiring to watch you. ❤

[@Ugufugu95]

Ewa, zazwyczaj nie komentuję, ale tym razem musiałem się wyłamać i napisać jaka niesamowita energia z Ciebie bije podczas tej podróży. Aż sam się czuję jakiś naładowany, a oglądam Cię z wyrka przed snem. Jeszcze chyba w żadnym filmie do tej pory nie widziałem w Tobie takiej radości i zapału, a oglądam Cię od czasów Pakistanu. Życzę Ci, aby do samego końca ta energia i ekscytacja Cię nie opuszczały. Trzymam za Ciebie kciuki i jesteśmy wszyscy z Tobą :)

[@boblacourse1430]

Hi Eva: Get a decent size stick from the woods long enough to reach top of the camper. Stay on the ground and use stick as leverage to push up the sleeping cabin. I think you"ll get better leverage from ground and will also be safer for you. Also take 5 or 10 lbs of air out of your tires for better traction in snow. They will run flatter, meaning more rubber having contact with road. try not to venture to far of main road. You don't want to be to far from other traffic incase something goes wrong and you need help. Be safe!!

[@carolineindacityphx]

An Eva video!!! Drop everything you are doing and take a break to watch! Great first 48 hours. Can't wait for the next portion of this adventure. ❤

[@MrMarcinfkzs]

Bardzo pozytywne treści ,miło się ciebie ogląda …Powodzenia w dalszej podróży 😎😊

[@koemelkdeenigeechte]

Thank you for sharing everything, thank you for your positive outlook and teaching us the great things of life! We all could be a little more adventurous like you. Enjoy your trip ❤

[@TimeToStartOver]

I have to admit I'm more of a cat person, but I love this dog! 😅 Vilk is such an awesome companion for all your adventures. 🥰

[@michaelbryant2071]

I'm glad to hear about all your advanced preparations, Eva. I was worried about the conditions you would encounter this time of year.

[@lyndalouise3480]

Safe journey to you Eva and Vilk, stay safe, be careful.❤️🙏

[@gabrielramirez7471]

Keep living this wonderful adventure!!!

[@Cajundaddydave]

I always enjoy your adventurous spirit and pure joy traveling in a new land. Do be careful as becoming stranded in an arctic winter storm can end tragically. Yes, the struts on your roof tent are oil filled and as the temp falls the viscosity rises making them tough to move. You may need to apply leverage in some way to overcome this as you head north. Cheers!

[@normanhowe-gl2tq]

Yor doing GOOD ----Proud of you and VILK----your trip is not for the faint at heart----good luck and God's speed!!!!

[@ArtBernardoPebaque]

Välkommen till Sverige! I hope you have a great journey up north! Thx for sharing your adventures.

[@annaatchison]

Loving this series!! Already rewatched the first 3 episodes! Can’t wait to see the rest!

[@ClayBlasdel44]

A few tips for the cold. I live near Buffalo NY so we get some snow. Studded tires won't STOP your vehicle from sliding, but they greatly help from getting into a skid, and of course better traction on ice. In northern climes fat is essential for the body to generate heat for humans and animals. The Innuit need their blubber-- fat from seals, whale, moose etc.

[@pendragon2012]

I'm jealous. Thanks for bringing us along!

[@kimmykallberg2596]

We went to Sweden for 3 weeks at Christmas (my husband is from there) and watching these are making me miss the snow so much!!! My 2 year old was obsessed with walking in the snow everyday ❤️

[@steveharkins279]

The trick to the roof, is double the gas shock strength, take in the model # and order the same shocks with twice the lifting power. Then your fight will be to compress the roof, not lifting it. The roof will lift whatever is on top in any condition. But the fight will be to pull it back down, but in extreme cold you will win that battle. With gravity

[@sportschannel-bb1vf]

Eva u r doing things which I just imagine and cant do.. luv it ❤

[@sapienspace8814]

@ 22:10 metal contracts at lower temperatures (can think of the colder metal around the hinge pen like a hand gripping it tighter), could try turning on the heater to heat up the cabin (or apply heat directly to the hinges) before lifting, that might make it easier. Alternatively, can try greasing/oiling the hinges. Ice may also build up where the roof meets the frame, might need to be sure that is melted away too. Any excess ice on the roof can add up weight quickly, so that may also make it harder. Stay warm, use the vehicles that slide off the road as motivation to drive safe. That looks like a beautiful sky, makes me wonder if you will get a chance to see the Northern Lights...(I think I may have seen a hint of it from an airplane once).

[@2vintage68]

And watch your speed Eva.....

[@beerenmusli8220]

Very smart take, but its just the compressed gas in the llifting cylinders

[@sapienspace8814]

@@beerenmusli8220 That may be the most significant factor. The pressure in the cylinders would likely drop with lower temperature too. She could try heating up the lifting cylinders too, but I don't know what she has to heat them up other than a stove. Will be interesting to find out if that does the trick for her.

[@bitogruenerdrache]

Hi Eva, I hope you can enjoy your journey and I am looking forward to seeing where you turn to next. Have fun and safe travels.

[@vivicadesign]

I love that you keep running for the right reasons 😊❤