Winter Vanlife | Got Stuck In a Foot Of Mud

Vlog_081. Winter Vanlife Can Suck at times
**5 thousand something Miles completed on the who knows Mile road trip from Key West Florida to Alaska
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[@nicolletaylor424]

I definitely see you hitting 1 million subscribers by the end of the year, so excited to witness your adventures and opportunities and everything that comes your way. As always be you, and be safe

[@sickb0y333]

I’d like to second this 👍🏻

[@MOTH-PREPARDNESS]

😍

[@thesuperiorspyderdan9470]

He won’t hit a million. Single men doing this normally get about half that and plateau. Unless you get a hot woman selling T&A for a thumbnail, a million is hard to reach it seems.

[@syb181]

@@thesuperiorspyderdan9470 hes got a gf

[@eardey]

@@thesuperiorspyderdan9470 then explain how Mav got 2 mil while being a "single" man and does not have a "hot woman selling T&A for a thumbnail"?

[@MOTH-PREPARDNESS]

Always solid to have people willing to stop & lend a hand.

[@Cm0773]

He never returns favors tho.. smh

[@forestt1276]

@@Cm0773 he cant just build a bar on that hill to serve the guy, besides the man who helped has somewhere to go anyway

[@icalaci]

@@Cm0773 well at least he can pay it forward

[@ryancollins3227]

Its why i always try to have a tow strap in my Excursion

[@victoriadecarlo9734]

I kept saying "Ryan, don't forget that chair" you never listen to me. After you picked up your shovel and mug lol, you left your yellow traction grid on the side as well. Thank you so much for taking us with you and sharing. Stay safe out there. ❤

[@shadesofdeegray]

Me too😂😂😂

[@Sinjin_Sayre]

Same, he never listens to me either! So rude, Ryan! 😂

[@amischair]

I know, right??! We’re just a bunch of “mama hens” 😂😊❤

[@HeatherBDentureDiVa]

1:30 am in NY and binge watching you. Bc of chronic pain I don't sleep much or well. I find your videos an amazing distraction from my hell. Thank you for all your efforts and easy to listen too and journey with you! I hope you had a great time with your GF! Stay safe and Healthy ❤

[@donnayim6369]

Praying for you Miss Heather.

[@magedojo]

I'm enjoying these so much. Literally just finished the last one, and this one popped up.

[@MuddyPawPrintsYT]

Lol same 😂

[@theathjr]

Ryan always do a walkaround prior to leaving your campsite. You could have avoided that whole debacle. As a 30 year ups veteran it is instilled in my brain to always pretrip my vehicle inside and out. Safe Travels Amigo.

[@LittleKitten007]

I like how you show us how van life actually is unlike the other KZbinrs who always just act like it's always amazing

[@rustybros]

Luckily the camp spot has a few people driving thru. You should get a towing winch installed on your van so if there is a tree or a giant boulder nearby, you can winch yourself out.

[@drcdrdoct9864]

Glad to see people helping those in need. Hope he checked out your videos to see that you're kinda becoming a big deal. Thanks good samaratin for helping. Safe travels.

[@guyfmcarolina968]

The fact that that big van is front wheel drive is mind blowing.

[@georgesmith8113]

Dang….as soon as you left that campsite I was saying that you forgot your chair. Glad that it wasn’t too bad and that you got help. Good on the guy that rescued you. Great video! 👍👍👍👊😎

[@YouTubeTyler]

"To fill you up with power, life's both sweet and sour." -The Sugar cubes Mud happens. RIP chair. Great to see your highs and lows, though we hope for lots more of the former than the latter. Travel safe. Stay healthy.

[@T_track]

My only advice about driving in the north western snow is definitely get snow tire shoes/ chains if needed. If not it's all about driving slow. Also pack up on windshield wiper fuild because salt and mud mix makes it hard to see when it builds up on your windshield. But at the end of all of this just take your time.

[@tonyborrill1789]

A lot of the highways here in British Columbia require snow tires, or at least M+S with good tread in the winter. If the police pull you over (they have random stops all over the place checking for proper tires) and you don't have good tires at best you'll get a ticket, at worst they'll tow your vehicle for not being suitable for the conditions.

[@T_track]

@Tony Borrill dang that is crazy good to know now if I ever go up there. Thanks for the tip

[@Blackwater_House]

Always Carry Recovery Gear. First things I purchased after Buying My Car were Car Alarm, 80 Channel UHF CB Radio, Driving Lamps, Reversing Lamp & Recovery Gear.

[@business2985]

His videos are so peaceful and mind refreshing, I love it

[@speakthetruth414]

I got stuck and stranded in the desert when a dirt road turned into sand. It's was over 100 degrees. Luckily about 30 minutes later someone helped pull me out. I reversed out of that area and never put myself in that situation again. I only do paved roads now.

[@speakthetruth414]

I'll never forget the panic that kicked in. It's a sick feeling. In the middle of nowhere. I thought nobody would drive where I was stranded.

[@tatersaladfpv1033]

Have you ever shared your monthly expenses for van life? I would be very curious to try and gauge things out. Love the videos!

[@MudPig6110]

One thing that I wish I would have done when I was in my 20s living in crap apartments was vanlife type setups. Rent, plus utilities was rough, didn't leave much for fun. Saving money, having an interesting setup would have been fun. Of Course 20 years ago there was no cellphone wifi to run a computer. Had a palm treo back then that was pretty cool,. but certainly nothing to write home about. Maybe I could have read a lot. As for getting stuck on the backroads, can't recommend a winch setup on your front bumper more, get one with a longer cable and have two straps and a pulley on hand. Anytime you get stuck all you have to find is an anchor point (tree, rock, etc..) and you can pull yourself out.

[@jro1919]

Bro, I introduced my dad to your channel. We watched a couple of episodes and he said, "That's a talented young man. Life has changed so much and it's cool to see young guys making the most of it."

[@jeffd200]

Wishing you safety and success in your journey. Thanks for bringing us along. You live an inspiring and self sufficient lifestyle.

[@Reto_21]

I just wanna say that I only found your channel just yesterday and I love your content. Something about the van lifestyle is just so interesting and so fun to see you experience. If things end up needing to get pushed a couple months, I'd say do it. I can hardly see the downside to a couple more months of vanlife content haha. Keep doing you brother!

[@Dan-hb5iy]

Hey Ryan yea youre right you should bump your trip back a few months the snow is bad. Have a safe trip happy traveling

[@USAMontanan]

The roads to Alaska and northern Canada are the ONLY roads so you will see EVERYBODY that passes that way if you get in trouble. Just have to be careful when you drive off the main road. The northern roads have plenty of roadside camping along the way and roadhouses are frequent. I personally wouldn’t go to the far north until closer to the summer solstice to really enjoy the midnight sun

[@budchestnut9303]

Install a front, hitch mounted 7500 LB winch, with wiring front and rear hitch portable. You can always get out using a split Block off a tree, stump, boulder or another vehicle.

[@lochlainnmaguire9923]

You could maybe look into getting an off road wheels and suspension fitted to the van

[@willjon005]

Currently stuck at work because of a tornado, I appreciate the upload soo much

[@MichaelSmith-ms3jw]

Glad you're rethinking your time frames on the trip. Seemed a bit... ambitious, given that most of the more interesting routes lie in areas covered in snow until May. I rode my motorcycle from Boise ID to the coast of Oregon in April once. Blizzard conditions on the passes made for a memorable ride, and not in a good way.

[@alexanderpoulin]

I live at mile 0 on the Alaska highway in Dawson Creek, BC and the roads here are still terrible. We were hitting -37C still just a few days ago. It's hit or miss each year. After May long weekend there should be a pretty safe bet for no snow. Offroading during spring in the north here is generally a mess.

[@BillllfulNostalgicInclination]

I kept looking at that chair saying you better put it in the van or you'll forget it.

[@Masonsylvestre]

Idk how you make every video entertaining. Never a miss, keep on pushing Ryan!

[@cr257]

You can bypass the washer if you hand wash your own stuff. Just soak and rinse your clothes with laundry detergent and then run back inside and throw them in the dryer.

[@ScienceofLifeMS]

Go to Buccees! Loves is great! Thank goodness you had an angel help you out of the mud. Travel safe❤

[@sy1-0]

Recently my motorbike has been having some issues where it straight up died in the middle of the road. Its in the shop now but all the way where it died to the actual shop near home I had other people on bikes stop and help me. They'd put their food on my passenger foot rest and just push me as far as they could. They'd take time out of their work days to help me like that and there's nothing quite like the feeling of community you get when people make that effort.

[@awp_shazbot]

From AZ, and yeah it's been pretty crazy with the snow & stuff glad you got out I always try to help when I see someone stuck since I got a truck!

[@SpyderWoman7]

I've never been, but have discussed a trip to Alaska with friends and heard some of the warnings about that road. When you do go, Ryan, do the research and be safe. Cliq, he tried. Send the man another chair 🤣

[@prayer2odin326]

I'm currently on my way to get that chair I have the coordinated direction and I'm going to sit in it, drink a beer, leave.

[@Ryantwomeyy]

Sounds good, take a pic

[@redcronojm]

i would recommend chained tires to combat the snowy lands.

[@BmEoAdSeT]

snow dampens background noises. The reason snow is so good at absorbing sound waves is due to its structure. Snow is made of ice crystals, which have space between them. These open spaces absorb sound waves, creating that serene quiet that happens right after a snowstorm. One study found that just 2 inches of snow can absorb 60% of sound waves.

[@leahandjessica]

I would be so anxious if my van got stuck in the mud but you seemed very calm! I’m glad people were able to stop and help you out though:)

[@jtrafinchick]

busiest gas station you ever been too.... i guess you wasnt at buc'ees in daytona after hurricane ian lol. love your videos. one day i hope to do it myself! til then, living my dreams thru your videos. Thanks for all the time spent creating them!

[@dr.joint4204]

megatron tip, don't know if it's a pro one but you could put the snow in a pan, let it melt in the van and you can do the dishes with that, or as it is snowing you could try and catch it somehow and try to let it melt for the water

[@johndoe-zd9lb]

i told ya don't cross into Canada until at least after april 1st, and don't forget to fill your diesel heater tank before you leave loves. also once the mud dries you can buy a bristle brush and dust pan in loves that should get it close to cleaned up, then just a wet rag to finish her off

[@b0u1der3]

So currently, theres a free chair at a campsite just outside of Sedona Arizona? Dibs. Keep up the great content brother. Love the videos

[@DoutorBreja]

Shout out to Steve!!! What a nice guy!! Cheers!!

[@kmarti49]

So to answer the question on why that truck stop is so busy, its likely one if not the last gas station on i-40 in AZ before you get into Cali. so everyone stops there to fill up before having to pay the higher prices in Cali. You should come back to Havasu or even a little farther south to Parker AZ in the spring/summer months so some colorado river time. and yes it will be hot, but the River helps with that

[@e-deisel]

Old school Roadkill®️ tip: upgrade to Mud and Snow (M+S) tires next time. They’ll even help 2WD vehicles with small obstacles like that. Also: a winch.

[@rajrai7815]

I love that you mentioned British Colombia it’s where I’m from! You will definitely need snow tires on those highways it’s illegal not too have them. Also please come visit Vancouver BC

[@afterlifeproductions9374]

Even the clouds you guys got over there are beautiful.

[@DigitalBruh]

Thoughts after watching this video. A lesson learned turns into wisdom earned.

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

Since you're headed back down south if you get anywhere near Palm Springs I highly recommend, weather permitting to go to Whitewater preserve it is a gem of a place it's a campground it's got beautiful water and trees and mountains it's absolutely stunning you can camp there for several nights if you want for free... It's right near the windmills

[@ftowords]

Hey Ryan, a request from a fan in metric world. It would be awesome if you could insert a celsius when you mention the temperature. Love your vids!

[@kawma23]

I’ve binge watched every single video. Your awesome ‼️

[@bigblue1287]

Basic CAMPING 101, melted snow = water to wash dishes... 😂🤣😅

[@Alpha_whiskey96]

Bro, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve stopped at the Loves at Exit 59 in Kingman! So nice to see you in my parts of the woods. Head up to Hualapai Mountains and go to the cafe at the top of the mountain! Great home eating

[@SirMikeB]

Get some cable chains - that would save you and allow you to go over passes with snow. BTW totally agree to delay travel to Alaska a couple of months. If you can hit Fairbanks, Alaska around June 21, you will come across Summer Equinox celebrations and almost 24 hours of daylight. Should be easy to get up the Hall road then too.

[@bobsegii]

Snow absorbs sound. Makes for peacefulness...

[@Ryantwomeyy]

Ahhhh very interesting, didnt know this

[@princeD1100]

You must have anti-freeze in your blood to have the side door wide open to the freezing cold while sitting down eating your meal!

[@FallingWaterAdventures]

After many, many, many thousands of off payment miles in vans over the last 20 years. Here are a few suggestions. 1) Maxtrax recovery boards. They're longer than your current set. More stable as well. 2) A kinetic snatch rope. 30 feet should be fine. 3) A set of soft shackles. My current Promaster also has a three inch lift, off road shocks, a front skid plate and rear sumo springs. I've also driven across country over 50 times. Been tn Key West an driven to Prudhoe Bay. You shouldn't have problems in Canada but the haul road can be tough. Finally look into waterless dishwashing. Many experienced vanners clean dishes with vinegar. I haven't had a sink in my van for twenty years. But you have to clean immediately before food dries hard. It's good practice and keeps your van more tidy. Good luck!

[@FallingWaterAdventures]

I've also got an excellent set of K02 off-road tires as well. Won't go anywhere without them.

[@MoreCowBellBBQ]

If you have the funds, I would have the van looked at, you've been putting on lots of miles, and those dirt roads with all the bumps and vibrations will lose bolts and line clamps; at the standard tire garage will perform this task for about 100/150 dollars to look over a van like that and make sure everything is still tight, you hate to lose a hose or a linkage drive over a bolt that worked itself loose on those dirt roads. I have driven vans and trucks across the country and learned the hard way about checking these things; when they go, it costs much more money to fix.

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

Consider hitting Vegas again SD LA LBC Pavific coast hwy up California Portland Seattle etc all again I know but we would love it and it buys you time

[@buzzbeeper8492]

I’m from Canada when I saw you in Key West I wouldn’t have gone further north than Mallory square. Born & raised here my advise delay entry into Canada until the spring. The snow & cold sucks ass!

[@TheTurdballs420]

You should seriously consider investing in a winch for the front of the van

[@cherylmeadows2651]

Hello Ryan. I’m new to your channel but so glad I found you. Love your content, down to earth commentary and look forward to your ongoing adventures. 😄

[@mgsphenimaru]

Love the volume/music transition at 11:19!

[@DenaInWyo]

I am really going to miss my Subaru when I finally get going. Plan is to sell it to contribute to van costs. I've been through a winter in Fargo ND, live in WY, and never once gotten stuck in that car. Would love to have something 4WD but know I won't be able to afford it. Love people helping out though. We've had some epic snow this year in WY and on our local FB page there are guys just posting "Stuck? Hit me up" to help. I think there's a little bit of boys wanting to play with their toys in there too ;) But regardless, so helpful to the FWD folks trying to survive.

[@fredfleming8905]

Best to travel safe...watch the weather. I will be watching wherever you head or as long as it takes. Totally enjoy your videos.

[@coffebeansrv]

Yes! Another video, new experiences and scenic views. Love to see different perspective on how to live in a van. Its fun to watch and its very interesting. More content about your adventure

[@davemenard5089]

Truck House Life - a veteran of that drive up to Alaska. Not easy drive but he’s doing it in winter

[@hellomynameiskoolaid3829]

good call if you looking to delay. good dry run getting stuck there.

[@sikpig7302]

You need snow tires and in your case mud and snow with studs . You’ll never make it in the cariboo never mind past that also. If you aren’t comfortable driving in that mud good luck when you have mixed compact and black ice

[@-...Patricia...-]

Such a beautiful area! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

[@Cm0773]

These are not his.. he steals mavs videos. Go watch mav . Ryan literally takes all his content

[@Ryantwomeyy]

I get this comment alot, I like his content but rarely watch his videos, what of his have i taken?

[@-...Patricia...-]

@@Cm0773 Oh wow a joker. Don't lose your day job.

[@-...Patricia...-]

@@Ryantwomeyy Ryan it's someone redirecting your subscribers to Mavs channel. You both have your own cool style and positive vibe. No need for that posters nonsense!

[@pamelataylor412]

Ryan is Ryan and Mav is Mav. I love them both!

[@vanessahenry7238]

Some of came from a generation that we do what we can when we can - because we want to, also knowing that the karma is good for them as well for us! Ryan stay safe!!

[@matrixtamu4433]

Busiest gas station??? Surely you’ve stopped at a Buc-ee’s! 😂

[@peterdemm1]

Wow lol I made the same dish just before watching your video! Was yum, and it was for din)) And what an amazing ppl around there helping out🙏

[@acenastyninja]

Man what you do is living the dream!

[@KrazyliciousKanuck]

Ryan my friend you should slow down your trip because northern Canada and the Yukon will have winter weather for awhile yet. I live in Central BC and this has been a record snowfall year so even when it starts to warm up in April the snow still needs time to melt. I wouldn't get there anywhere before May.

[@KrazyliciousKanuck]

Just for reference the snowbanks in my city are 8-10 feet high and that is with removing some in dumptrucks from time to time. We easily get a foot of snow in one day of snowing. My city is a great deal further south than Alaska

[@KrazyliciousKanuck]

I guess I should have watched to the end before commenting lol

[@TBTeams4]

A real efficient product for your floor - shark vac/mop. I’d buy one as it works wonders especially with the dirt always on your floor.

[@MiguelLLJ]

When watching you go outside one last time I thought to myself "just don't forget the chair" and well... That happend haha. Nice video, cheers.

[@coryatlin3105]

Yeah the roads from Prince gorge north can be covered in snow and it can be very cold.

[@tijoh03]

Since I have a Promaster, it's nice to see it's limitations. 😆 Glad you got out tho!

[@MiloDeCaluwe]

Been watching your vid’s for some time now, I just wanna say keep up the good content and safe travels🙌

[@Brandon12199]

Take your time man, the content is great and BC is beautiful in May

[@reesee6420]

I dig the montage and tunes!!!!🎉

[@jasonwhitley6432]

Bro, all you have to do is replace the tires with all terrain and go up one size, that’s it,problem solved. That is what I did and I’ve been a full timer for 5 years.

[@ELEMNOP14]

Me screaming “get your chair” every time I see it already knowing you don’t get the chair.

[@jocelynvincent3609]

Be careful out there, and thanks for sharing 🎉

[@TexasPanhandler]

Bro, feeling spoiled by the uploads; glad we get the story behind the forgotten chair now. Can’t wait to watch when I get home…which unfortunately isn’t in the parking lot lol

[@TheAcadianGuy]

I'd highly encourage you to wait till the end of April or early Mai before going towards Alaska. West coast have been receiving a lot of snow + cold this year.

[@pravitkeyo9167]

Ryan should ask Mav about going to Alaska since he road tripped there as well

[@compulsivecrocheter8961]

Ryan, I'm in agreement with you. April is much too early to arrive in Prudhoe Bay. Sitka, maybe.. Check Homer! My favorite AK place. There's a catch & cook you need to do!! Has anyone recommended the Columbia Gorge for your list?

[@YouTubeTyler]

Columbia Gorge ftw

[@TOLOW1962]

OMG its going to the beach and NOT getting sand on you ,,, You rock STAY SAFE

[@thelazyislanderr]

Here since 150k, really getting totally invested on your longest trip.

[@noahn]

@3:30 Rip camouflaged chair

[@alexanderostberg4567]

At 10:30 I see a ZYN package. Didn't know that the us had swedish snus

[@Aghunnit]

For a second I thought you were in Alaska already 😂😂😂 I love your vids keep up the good work👍

[@xDannyx1594]

If you decide to push back your trip, you should come visit Northern Nevada and see Reno/Lake Tahoe. Very beautiful drive and places to stay.

[@fatihmnnn]

You should get an air fryer in your van, cooking would be a lot easier and clean, you could cook your steak, chicken, veggies and all that in the air fryer without making a mess

[@PoloDavey]

sometimes its a wonderful world we live in. god speed

[@renee7711]

Hey Ryan, I live in Banff Alberta and this season has been extremely dry! It’s definitely the best year to head to Canada early!

[@ryan.pena.]

Your videos help me out so much, thanks a lot for the consistent uploads.