Overland YouTubers dont make sense

[@PatrickRemington]

I definitely think it's the person that makes the video what it is not the destination. I think most people follow those that they are entertained by or can relate to in some way. Overlanding content is such a journey. I also think people really enjoy watching others grow, seeing their build progress over time, and the trips they go on throughout the process. Those that film their journey the best and constantly, have likable personalities, and have valuable information to share will be the ones to rise to the top.

[@territoryscouts4223]

You nailed it... it's hard to be relevant on a platform that is so saturated with "high-end" "novelty" overlanders. I came to the conclusion years ago that overlanding is just a rich man's camping. It's nice to have the comforts of expensive gear, but I feel that takes away from whole experience. One day I will find the motivation to start making videos again of my experiences, not for the world to see but for my own memories and for my kids as well. Maybe we should coin the term "Underlanders", the people who go and adventure without the ritzy, shiny, look at me and my trendiness gear. Just a thought.

[@TheTrevorMartin]

I like ritzy shiny lol. But yea ultimately I lean on wanting the feeling of fun not necessarily comfort but if discomfort sucks away from fun I don’t want it. Cool concept, if you are going at it with a mindset of “I want these to be for my kids” make the videos as if you where talking to your kids and see how that affects the vision

[@thecoffee9478]

Kudos for taking leap and trying to overland full time at such a young age, your thoughts on channel content are also spot on. The undercurrent of envy however, also by one of your posters, is unfortunate. Overlanding isn't anymore a rich man's hobby than gaming or golfing (see Drew Sims, Primal Outdoors or Venture4WD) the level of gear you can afford comes down to choice. You can do what you did which is one choice, or work your tail off to earn enough money to afford better gear before starting giving you a greater chance of success and independence which is another choice. Expand your channel by selling personalized swag, start a Patreon channel, etc. None of that is meant to be critical, but don't envy the overlander who worked and saved for years, possibly right up to retirement, in order to overland with a level of 'luxury' because they possibly traded their youth to achieve it, or chose career paths with a greater compensation potential.

[@TheTrevorMartin]

Don’t remember ever saying anything against that comment? Maybe I phrased something in a way that came across wrong. Are you referring to this video?

[@JP_O6]

free tacos and coffee is all that's needed

[@tomandhistruck]

I would love to be able to make enough money to support myself with an overland/wheeling KZbin channel. But no one wants to see a solid axle swapped Hummer H3 and a solid axle swapped Mazda b2600 haha I'll stick to getting insulted on just one form of social media, thank you :)

[@TheTrevorMartin]

Is that sarcasm or you actually think no one wants to see that?

[@tomandhistruck]

@@TheTrevorMartin I actually think that. I would love to see it. But most people say otherwise 😅 I think they’re sweet and that’s the important thing 😃

[@TheTrevorMartin]

Dude do it! If you’re content is good I can almost guarantee the rest will work out.

[@tomandhistruck]

@@TheTrevorMartin Thanks dude! I think the channel will have some great content! As long as I can get the magic moments and edit them right, it should catch on in like a year if the algorithm favors me. I think your channels is kick ass!

[@calvins1236]

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