From Good Weather to Bad. Let's Head Into A Storm In The Mtns I-70 Westbound & Down

[@justatrucker2387]

As a rookie (2 years) I've watched your videos to learn how to drive in these conditions and they've saved my ass I don't know how many times. Thank you sincerely

[@arneservatius1982]

I’m down on my back from arthritis. (76) yrs. so good to ride with you on UT. 30 mg of morphine not working tonight. This gets my mind off my pain. Thank you for baby sitting🤗

[@colleenross8752]

All the best, Arne

[@Universal_Consciousness]

I've never seen this part of the country in snow before and was blown away by how beautiful it was, and from the snow and ice, as someone who lives in a tropical climate. Respect for a man who knows his job and does it so well!

[@amazonhippie7826]

I’ve been sick for 3 days. Yesterday I was so bored with KZbin. None of the randomness in my feed was hitting my comfort spot. I tried documentaries, road rage fights, religious/political debates, fail videos, etc. None of them were curing my boredom. Then I came across your videos of you driving through the mountains. That’s when my mind finally relaxed. Thanks, man.

[@Short142]

My late uncle was an OTR trucker for 40+ years….enjoy hearing about your days, loads, personal jibber jabber, and just watching the journey down the road. Ty for sharing it all!

[@richardmiller3919]

I’m sure your uncle had faced many different issues.. WEATHER, CRAZY DRIVERS, POLICE, SLOW TRAFFIC, DIFFERENT KINDS OF WRECKS and CONSTRUCTIONS. Probably over 10 million miles he drove… had his PATIENCE over 40 year worked… he deserved… thanks!

[@rayray4192]

@@richardmiller3919 no one has ever driven 10,000,000 miles. 150,000 miles per year for 40 years is 6,000,000 miles.

[@williamfrazier4797]

44:30

[@nancyheape4913]

​@@richardmiller3919 😅😅.

[@Miss.Parker]

I love these videos, cuz you don't really think about what these drivers are carrying, and what could cause them to tip over. This gives me so much more respect for the men and women who keep our country moving. Thank you.

[@phoenix1453]

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[@barrytree6666]

You make it thru the snow because your sensible and have common sense. You would a good coach for teaching new drivers

[@iTs-JP-916]

👍For the rookies: this man knows his stuff👍, only thing I’d add about using the engine break in snow is… 1)you better lock you gear in manual mode if you’re driving an automatic. 2) no sudden movements if you throttle out of a slide, everything is gradual. Gradual throttle, gradual turn correction, gradual braking. I completely agree with you about the jake (engine brake) I drive dedicated Colorado to California, so I’m in that everyday other day during every winter. and I almost ALWAYS use the engine break on the downgrades in the snow to help maintain a steady speed. Great video hope I don’t seem rude, just wanted to build a little more on what you said.

[@tonetoni8110]

Bro thanks I kinda just figure it out a couple of weeks ago

[@iTs-JP-916]

@@tonetoni8110 that's awesome! keep on truckin'

[@darrellwroper]

I like watching these snow and mountain videos. I'm from Georgia so this is like watching another world.

[@cherylgarretson3441]

I've been hankering for a shotgun run. Let's roll

[@perrymichales4242]

Let's roll on down the highway baby woot woot

[@colleenross8752]

10-4

[@karenneaves27]

My dad would have loved your videos. He was a truck driver for over 40 years and was very proud to be one! Thanks for sharing!

[@whatever007ism]

I do not miss driving in that! Good to hear from you, stay safe, awesome driving!

[@karenecurran7895]

Our travel in most of this video was like an old black and white movie . So glad to have you (and that wonky wiper) back. TY MMM. God bless you

[@pkope6849]

Thanks Mike !!!! Please Don't Retire & Keep em Coming... 😉👍👍

[@terrilynn1110]

My f-i-law worked in the Ft. Pitt tunnels in Pittsburgh. I marveled how they achieved making them given the tools they had at hand. I can't help but marvel how they put roads in here. In some areas it looks like the rock face is merely feet away!

[@jxramshop9658]

Been through there a couple of times, had to drive through a huge Summer Storm that had most traffic stopped. Luckily I tucked in behind a big rig and followed him at a snails pace near the Eisenhower Tunnels. Was fun once, wouldn't like it for a job.

[@Pickle_Zero]

I love riding along with you. My dad was a truck driver for Safeway, he called himself a flatlander delivering in KS and MO. He always had the utmost respect for those like you who brave the mountains!

[@mabelbradley6604]

I have lived in this area for 20 years. I live in Brighton, co now. Going over the mountains in co, isn't easy for truckers. But the views are amazing. At least you're going up, going down is much harder. Be safe out there, lots of crazies out driving.

[@pamelacampbell6164]

The things I see up at the tunnel on a daily basis make me curl up and cry like a baby too. Rain, snow, or dry roads!

[@nofider1]

Hey Mike. Glad your well.Thanks for another ride... What a beautiful country to travel through. Stay safe. :-)

[@ramonasannar5549]

Hello, good to see you once again. Stay safe Mountain Man Mike.💕

[@athollmcnicoll1028]

Always a pleasure riding with Mike Mountain Pierce, as hs confidence shines through and other drivers could take note and by watchng his expertise, learn a thing or three about driving on American Highways but then I am Scottish so what do I know, in the right hand passenger seat, riding shotgun.

[@jeffreymcmillan7703]

What do you know? You know how to drive on the wrong side. lol

[@athollmcnicoll1028]

@@jeffreymcmillan7703 Depeends on which side of roads you mean the wrong sides, as here in the UK we drive on the proper side, unlike our Colonial Brothers and Sisters.

[@jeffreymcmillan7703]

@@athollmcnicoll1028 Spoken like a proper gentleman! Thank you.

[@jtm12180]

Snowstorms…my favorite videos of yours

[@nikkibeastt]

CO native here. I wish people would learn to drive in these conditions OR know they can't, and stay put (including truckers not just civilian cars). Thanks for this! CO weather can change in a FLASH!

[@PersononYT56]

Only way you learn to do something is to do it until you're comfortable/good at it

[@cherylmockotr]

Funny, I was doing the opposite direction exactly the same time... must have passed this guy! I did a round trip from Colorado to California and back a week later. It was alarming to see at least 10 occasions of truckers drifting off the side of the road, waking up, over-correcting, and having a hard time straightening out. It was particularly alarming to see the 3-trailer FedEx trucks doing that!

[@andrewmarsman3294]

Dude, this is so cool you uploaded these videos. Most people don’t appreciate what you do, and you’re talking to us as if we’re riding with you. Subbed

[@alsup11]

Great to see you again. Been wondering about you. I really enjoy your videos. Stay safe out there.

[@juliehiestand8180]

Matt's recovery....great channel. Out of Hurricane Utah. I was born in St. George...and now live in Payson Ut. Love your channel too ❤

[@jimb9754]

Always enjoy tuning into your trucking videos. Keep them coming!

[@timnelson1787]

53:55 Matt’s off-road recovery follower Awesome. 👍

[@randallreece3636]

Thanks for taking us along for the ride. I sure did enjoy it as usual.

[@carrichard]

tHANKS FOR BRINGING MR SLONG WITH YOU. I'm A OLLD TIMMRT RETIRED WITH A LOT OF MILES UNDER MY WHEELS. 31 YEARS OF IT. Thanks.

[@rayrussell6258]

Thanks for the ride! I used to haul beer loads 45 years ago from breweries in the Midwest, St. Louis and Peoria mainly. This was very nostalgic, from my perspective, although the mountains add a bit of spice to the mix!

[@lindastrothman6716]

I love to watch your videos driving in the snow because I know longer am comfortable doing so! And you have by far far the best scenery!

[@buenaventuralife]

Thank you for showing the roads of the West. I moved from Colorado over a decade ago and miss my state. This drive on I-70 is one I did frequently. Although there as a little bit of snow I could see it as if it was a clear summer day. Take care and live well.

[@TheAgentAaron]

The pressure in my ears is adjusting just watching this long climb up.

[@saltzen961]

Love being allowed to ride along . You're informative , entertaining ,and I agree with most of your politics . You're a consummate professional and I always feel safe as we journey to so many scenic places .

[@paulson6270]

Great to see ya. Been missing your videos. Drive safe and Stay warm.

[@joycemartin9339]

feels like i'm sitting in the truck traveling with you.love these videos.

[@1954crc]

After 11:51 you talk about drivers getting into your "safe" zone. I drive a car and will create a safe zone and people are forever driving into it as if road conditions are good. It drives me crazy. Now after watching videos like this,I sure have a deep appreciation for all the men and women who are truckers.You drive in terrible weather,put up with a-hole drivers,and work long,tedious hours,so we can purchase the products that you deliver. I must admit,I have neither the skill nor courage to do your job. So, a big "Thank you!" to all you truckers out there. Millions of us are very thankful for all you do

[@tomm4423]

Heyo, Mike With my maps and street view and the satellites, feeding the cat, and makin up super, you and i have spent the evening together. You give a good ride Mike. Smooth, no bumps, no errors. BTY, i'm an old cabinetmaker and sawdust producer. I've also hauled rock with double bottom dumps and slam-bangin transfer dumps. ...up and down the left coast, CA., OR., WA., what a gas. Happy Trails, Buen Camino

[@steamhard]

These are the videos I love to watch! Looking forward to more.

[@soulstarmusiclover1254]

So do I especially with this weather and snow it's so interesting to watch.

[@kimfrommn7162]

So am I !! I love sitting in the front seat with Mike driving in the mountains!!! In good weather and in bad weather!! I enjoy him telling what gears he is in and why, etc. 🤗♥️

[@petef.4361]

I liked this video because you explained what was actually going on inside your head, and explained your logic, and why you do things the way you do while driving in the snow.

[@maryalford5419]

I loved it ! Keep videos coming and your voice is great this is really calming to me . Memories of my daddy driving all over that states. Thank you so much . The Continental Divide , Georgetown ❤️

[@joeg5414]

So cool how coming out of Eisenhower tunnel you can come out in what looks like a different world. I've seen that long downhill stretch take out a ton of cars heading west after exiting the tunnel.

[@michaelmyers8931]

I work several years with heavy haul see how the machines were loaded on the low boys I have so much respect for you guys just stay safe so you can roll another day

[@joansommerfield8419]

Always loved driving in a snow storm. Beautiful and fun challenge.

[@d.wasington4866]

I love your channel. Whenever I watch your episodes I get home sick for the Vail and Fresco areas where I lived and learned to snowboard.

[@slipdog04jumpseat37]

Thanks for sharing your adventure. I don’t experience this type of weather condition while driving in Florida. You make it look easy, good job being safe👍

[@deniseboudreau324]

Glad to see you again. Love your videos. Keep trucking.

[@sandrahankins8488]

I love your videos. Especially seeing all the snow. Can we do more rides on your drop off and deliveries? Stay safe and I knew you wouldn't chain up lol.

[@sharonwood7075]

Mike, Praying for your safe travels and all OTRT in the winter weather. Be safe and stay safe driving.

[@ShinerBockGirlz]

Oh this is ABSOLUTELY what I needed to see...Would love to see more of this Rain changing to snow to blizzard stuff...Thanks for taking the time to go out for us!!! Also "Steep Grade Up Ahead" Eddie Rabbitt wrote that song "those windshield wipers snappin out a tempo..keepin perfect witht he rhythm of the radioooo....gotta keep arollin'" Drivin' My Life away...RIP.

[@Pickle_Zero]

You are such a smart and careful driver, I love riding along with you! These are my favorite virtual road trips, keep up the great driving 👍🏻

[@ireneeickenhorst2326]

Thanks for the ride and thanks for being a trucker. My brother was a OTR driver for over 40 year til he passed away with heart attack

[@kerrilyn2221]

The mountains are just beautiful. You must really enjoy that drive.

[@tmo.48]

It's amazing the difference between going into the tunnel and going out.

[@Sheskis]

I take this drive to go skiing in Keystone every other weekend but I try not to have to do it in inclement weather. That being said, when you book a $250/night room for the weekend you have to make the drive regardless, and it can be terrifying, especially coming out of Eisenhower tunnel with icy roads ( you never really know what it’s going to look like on the side of the continental divide) and having to come down that damn hill into Silverthorne. Btw, I guarantee they closed I70 both directions shortly after this was filmed. They usually don’t let it get much worse, these are some serious conditions, glad you made it through safely ✌🏼

[@iroh1048]

I love riding along with you. It gives me peace. It reminds me of when I was 7 & 8 yrs old I used to ride with my dad on "day trips". Basically from Louisville to up around Akron. Good memories. He died on the job in Dec '76 in the Indy area.

[@darellsunderlin4670]

Nice ride thanks , I'm from Gunnison, lived in El Jebel worked in Aspen and Glenwood Springs , been over that road many a time ,I see the Turkeys still drive the same !! Keep the shiny side up and thanks for your service to us.

[@rhondacairns4182]

Thanks for the 'ride along' - former CO resident, know that road well - making me kind of homesick! Love waiting to see what's on the other side of that tunnel - always a surprise!

[@coryt3629]

Hi there, I just wanted to thank you for this, I use to be up in these beautiful mountains all my life! I’m almost seventy now, those days are over, Thanks for the memories. May God ride shotgun & keep you safe!

[@tomdavidson115]

I thank you for your video. It helped me go to sleep, which I needed desperately.

[@MrProach2]

Love these videos! ❤ Well done for keeping us up-to-date, MMM. I know I-70 a little bit from when I lived/worked in Denver in 1984 and many subsequent visits. Rob from UK

[@martir3499]

I love these videos. Thanks for posting them here. I look forward to more traveling from my couch! LOL...

[@debbieosborn9464]

I’ve got hooked on all these videos! So glad to get a new one ! Hi Mountain Man Mike from the Smoky Mountains . We’re getting snow now! Be safe!

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Thx Debbie . You too darling..

[@christietukel9766]

Ran across your video and actually enjoyed it. The mountains of Colorado are beautiful. And watching the snow was cool. Felt like I was on a road trip!

[@mattthomas8178]

It's always fun as a Coloradan to watch your videos and see how close you are to my house/try to find where you are based on the street signs/highway signs, or see the roads I drive every day from your point of view. unincorporated Jefferson County (technically but not technically Golden Gang) Note for other regular car drivers, remember to give a good bit of space when merging in front of a semi whenever you can!

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Nice Matt. Glad to help with your inspector games.. ☮️

[@mattthomas8178]

I try to follow my own rule of if I can make eye contact with the driver of a semi in my rearview I have room to merge, but honestly your videos have really helped put into perspective what you guys see as my little mom car Elantra pulls in front of you. Hopefully the BMW and Audi drivers of Colorado watch this video too and make the same mental note lmao. Keep on keepin on!

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Not sure why they don't use the throttle to get up to speed.. it's like they mosey up to the lane at 40 mph then they decide to get to 65 after they are completely on the fwy.

[@mattthomas8178]

As a firefighter who's mostly dealt with highway accidents, the absolute rage I feel when people cut a 25,000 semi off with at least 30,000 pounds of cargo expecting y'all to stop on a dime. It honestly should be mandatory to have a separate section of drivers ed dedicated solely to semis. You guys keep this country running and I can't even begin to imagine the stress you guys feel. God bless you all.

[@tmo.48]

@@mattthomas8178 well said☆☆☆☆☆♡

[@dalp6657]

You are right when you said Relax, if not, all your body will feel a bad pain after hours driving with stress.

[@ymvrr]

"...and to make videos for you guys!" Lol! We appreciate it!

[@maxplanck9055]

Fun and interesting to see how things are done in Colorado/Utah area ✌️🇬🇧❤️

[@heideschloegl7016]

in Germany we drive with lights on when it snows and visibility is poor. In addition, the cars in the left lane drive much too fast when there is snow and maybe icy.

[@mirandabuchanan8495]

I love driving through Eisenhower Tunnel.

[@dannwan8537]

You have a GREAT GREAT channel! Love the long interactive drives. I feel I can be outside out of the UK on your journeys. Lots of love from Birmingham, UK.

[@Alexander-tq5iu]

Hello! New to your channel and have to say this was very enjoyable and love the views. I’ve always wanted to just ride along on a truck and see the country. This video gives me a taste of that so thank you and prayers for safe travels always. God bless you and thank you again.

[@sherrymilhon5377]

Great video Mike. thanks for the ride and stay safe out there

[@Whispfount555]

Keep on Trucking Sir, and I watch Matt's Offroad recovery too, Thank you

[@Grayhook1]

I saw Matt’s video where he talked about mind over cold too, and it works! To a point… I lived in Alaska for six years. Twenty below and no matter what you’re thinking about, ten minutes and you are a pop sickle. I once had to change out a starter on a sheet of ice and decided I’d rather do it in a foot of rain. Moved south. Thanks for the ride! (Originally from Colorado)

[@lourdesbalderas8001]

Bendiciones gracias por el video saludos desde mojave california DIOS BENDIGA SU VIDA LA D SU FAMILIA Y A TODOS SUS COMPAÑEROS TRAILEROS TAMBIÉN 🙏😉🤝

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

Mike, my favorite trip. My home stomping grounds and I miss it everyday. Stay Safe and Thank You for driving.

[@jeanniefoster6501]

I very much enjoy your travels ! Thank you for filming them and talking thru them!

[@susansarver7155]

Love your videos, thanks. The Eisenhower tunnel is strange. On one side it can be nice weather and then other side heavy snow.

[@nomdeguerre13]

Glad you went this way instead of the certifiable debacle that was 70 between St. Louis and KC... 2.2.22 was the worst driving day in my 30 years... actually had a supertrucker trying to pass me and literally went into the median as he got caught up in the ice, etc. Terrible sound, freaked me out a bit, pulled off at Betty's and after 3 hours got going again, 20 minutes later, saw my first ever live jackknife... Real bad day. Had to have been at least 15, maybe close to 20 various wrecks. Doesn't include the ramps and that sordid mess. Stay safe.

[@ridingshotgun1251]

I would take the Mtns any day over the plains in a storm .

[@philglover2973]

Thanks for the ride along Mike y'all be safe out there bud 🚛🚛🚛🚛🚛🚛🚛

[@redsorgum]

Cool, an hour long video, noice noice. 👏👏👏👏👏 What do yo think about the Canadian truckers convoy?

[@tmo.48]

I'm so proud of them

[@barbsteward5166]

Missed you. Mike.

[@KB-gs8zi]

Hey Mike !! GREAT ride & THANKS !!! Have a good week & Take care !!!!

[@grigorirasputin996]

Always excited to see a new video from ya.

[@sarachristine5305]

Hi there. I just came across your videos and what I’m about to say may sound silly. I get very nervous when driving in the snow, and watching this video made me feel like I’m riding shotgun and out me at ease. Thank you for what you do, please please drive safe and take care.

[@chrisrausch9134]

Just found your channel. Love it. I'm in western Montana, heading out to Missouri in a couple weeks to train for my CDL. Hoping to get in some snow and mountains with a good trainer before springtime.

[@matts_.4494]

I am a big fan of Matt’s Off Road Recovery KZbin channel as well. Sometime when you’re passing through St George you should see if you can drop in on them.

[@wendyphillips5002]

I grew up in northeastern wisconsin over 50 years ago. Driving in snow, ice in freezing temps is time to be very careful. Be deliberate trying not to stop, start, or change directions fast. You gain nothing slamming on brakes or flooring the accelerator. Just take it easy and realize a trip that takes 1 hour in summer will take more time in winter in the snow and ice. You can read the road by the air temperature, wetness of the roadway, look of the pavement, and snow on the roadway. Luckily in northeastern wisconsin we very seldom saw black ice or ice on the roadways. Usually even in winter even when under freezing the roadways were clean and dry like summer. Even in winter usually it was snow or packed snow. Just start and stop slowly maintaining traction. Even packed snow on an icy roadway is not bad. Again just slow starts and stops. Now we live in Ventura california. We don't even own a snow shovel. We only drive up to the mountains to go skiing in the winter. Again, learn from the experts watch how riding shotgun drives, watch and learn. From what I can see truck drivers that cross the rockies in the snow and ice know what they are doing.

[@melaniewilliams3468]

I'm watching from the UK. It blows my mind the distances you guys travel. We can do the length of our country in a day. Probably like crossing a state to you, that's crazy!! Love your videos.

[@beckyt.3150]

Thank god that is North of us, I am enjoying the January Thaw warm weather now.

[@wilma685]

Fun riding along with you.. love the snow, Your an awesome truck driver,, I love all your videos. BE SAFE!

[@deniseboudreau324]

I am rewatching your video and realized you were talking about Hutchison Western which was founded in Manchester, IA in 1952 and has 3 divisions in Delaware County, lumber and building products and transportation. Manchester is my county seat. I also use a lot of HW products on my farm. Nice, noice!!!

[@infcer121]

This reminds me of when I was a over the road driver. Now I pull logs local here in N.C. I have to admit, I hated the mountains. Back in the day.

[@alvarogaitan2529]

Thanks fantastic video my you number one truck 🚒 driver very professional God Bless you

[@nuavecmoi]

32:37 So beautiful man. I love LOVE snow. I wish you had cameras on the sides, so we get a panorama view.

[@edlinke2368]

ty for the ride along mike snow sure is nice to look at but not to drive on scenery sure is gorgous have a great day