Stealth Camping in a Small Mountain Town | Made Some Burger Tacos (Vanlife)

[@Chicago-Sparky]

Your taking “blood, sweat, and tears” to a whole new level making KZbin videos…. Thanks for keeping up with the great videos and wish you safe travels!

[@theathjr]

Tuck the tips while cutting. Use your knuckles as a guide. Cheeseburger Tacos sound great

[@highanx13ty44]

This 1000%.

[@DJDRFUNKJUICE]

Facts

[@natashagalaxy7228]

What this guy said

[@iluvcat]

That’s how my dad taught me 😭

[@fredfleming8905]

Hope thumb heals up quickly. When I was 12 years old I had a riding lawnmower run over my foot. It cut the end off my big toe off. Fortunately a doctor was able to sew it back on. I worked in a meat department of a grocery store for a while everyone working there had part or all of a finger missing. I don’t do well with sharp objects 😂

[@melissacopenhaver4078]

I discovered his videos this morning and love his lifestyle and cooking even though I'm a vegetarian. He's so bold and independent.

[@freeloc]

You'll be binging his videos in no time lol

[@JohnDoeDeMondo]

welcome! I've only been watching for a month and I look forward to Tuesday, Thursdays and Sundays so much as thats when he usually posts.

[@phild8238]

Every one of his videos is worth a watch. It’s a joy seeing his journey!

[@Jigglywiggles-ep9sk]

Ryan, I have been thinking lately why are your videos so important! I love the outdoors and camping. I also have young kids and can’t exactly get away for the weekend anymore. Until the day that I can take back my weekend’s your videos give me the fix I am looking for by in a way living it with you. Please, keep up the good work and keep living your dream.

[@bunkertons]

Be careful, young man! Those digits don't grow back! 😆

[@MrBlacksoundz]

196K! Great to see your Channel growing man! You absolutely deserve it. Greetings from Germany ✌

[@Konstan-Zo]

Greetings from Germany to Germany from Heilbronn :D

[@colin3139]

Deutschland 😅

[@MrBlacksoundz]

@@Konstan-Zo Gar nicht so weit von mir. Grüße aus dem Rhein-Neckar-Kreis

[@Konstan-Zo]

@@MrBlacksoundz ja dann grüße in die Region ;)

[@tomcrisci8858]

Ryan!!! Hope you’re ok dude! I’ve been watching your videos every day for the last 3 weeks. I even rewatch all of them. It’s crazy. Your van is the sweetest one of the hundreds I’ve ever seen man. We’re all here with you! Safe travels bud

[@Swede-m7q]

Hope that heals quickly! I’m definitely going to surprise my husband with your smash burger tacos! Great adaptation. ❤

[@marylawwill9846]

i find laundry mats peaceful have u been saving a piece of nature from every state, leaves are amazing, just an idea, super jealous but super happy for u that ur free to c the best country on the planet. be safe

[@DenaInWyo]

I lived in San Diego back in the 90s while stationed there in the Navy. We did a day trip to Julien once and wow, the place hasn't changed a bit. Straight up THE BEST apple pie I've ever had in my whole life! 30 years later I still remember just not being able to stay out of the whole one we bought until it was all the way gone. I've been a nurse now for 17 years. Pretty much nothing bothers me anymore. Prior to that, I straight up fainted twice at the sight of blood. Something about it being your own personal blood makes it a lot worse ;)

[@jtrafinchick]

Thats awesome ur gonna ship the snowboard for free. I thought about when i take my road trip, id end up giving things away too, but id probably just do it locally. at most, they pay shipping. shipping it for free to a viewer is dope man, thats goin above and beyond. respect!

[@Jackowwww]

When you watch one of Ryan’s videos, you know you’re going to have a good day 😉🤩

[@FroBro720]

Yooo Ryan sorry about your thumb man, hopefully it heals quickly!!

[@coffeelink943]

In 2-3 weeks yes

[@arphrangkharkongor5911]

​@@coffeelink943 nah bro it took me only 6days

[@Sam-mg7xx]

@@arphrangkharkongor5911 depends honestly how bad is it

[@Richard_Barnes]

Great stuff Ryan👍🏻 Am all over your channel at the moment. Still watching the older video's in between you dropping the new ones. 😄Your food always looks so good.

[@speedwagoncult5549]

Everytime you come to San Diego I feel a weird sense of pride, it's awesome to see you go to places I love and grew up at

[@orapronobis2149]

Yikes! Glad it was not worst that you would have needed stitches. Take care of it with covering it for a few days and cleaning a few times in the day, You will know when not to need the bandage. Bandage is there to avoid a slight infection. The mountain scape is insane with the salt sea in the background and then a bit of snow. We are so enjoying your journey.

[@mattxdillon]

Sorry about your finger man. Hope it gets better soon. Thanks for making these videos. Been feeling a little down today and your vids both inspire me and calm me down

[@rightsideupvt]

I don't know what we're going to do when you go on family vaca. This is the best thing on KZbin right now!

[@LondonHasFallin]

16:00 I died laughing when you flipped that, and 80% of the meat was gone.

[@daenas]

If you're still in the area, you need to stop off at Wisteria Candy Cottage further down south. Great little place that makes homemade candy of all types. While in Julian get a buffalo burger too!

[@mattmedina4699]

Here in the Southwest we call them Taco Burgers.....Great Aren’t They?......👌 Forgot the Green Chili......

[@actress29austin34]

I started following your channel when you had approximately 70k subscribers; now you're close to 200k, so awesome 🔥 Congrats on the success !!

[@BoogeyWoogey24]

Hey Ryan! Black pepper is an excellent coagulant. Pour it on the wound and it will help the bleeding stop faster. It doesn’t sting, the only part is once it’s stuck to the wound, washing it off. But even that isn’t bad.

[@jojoinrancho320]

Wow! Good to know! Thanks!

[@gldev8191]

very strange that some people rarely heat up the tortillas, great video!!

[@CrustyClad]

*vasovagal syncope* When your blood pressure and heart rate drop in response to a stress/trauma and ya feel faint. Nothing you can do about it, hard wired. Lay down, elevate legs and just breathe for a couple minutes👍. Might consider keeping a suture kit on hand or at least some super glue...ya never know.

[@ThatGirlLib]

I have a dorm room washer I take camping or on vacation. It’s good to wash my socks and under garments. It’s small so it can’t wash jeans. But some bottoms and a shirt, one by one. It’s perfect when I need something clean. I also just let it air dry. My original one was a hand crank one and it breaks down into a small space. Later I got a small electric one that collapses down too. I wash rags and makeup clothes in there too. 😬

[@vickins]

Hope your thumb heals quickly and thanks for the video!❤

[@CinnamonIceCubes]

I love watching you cook besides almost cutting your finger off. Hope it's healing well. What are you going to do once you complete your travels!?! Stay safe 🚐💨

[@Charles53412]

The Apple Cider is bussin too in Julian ! The San Diego Wild Animal Park is in that area, San Pasqual Valley. There use to be a huge tepee that was on top of one of the mountain tops there as well, you could see it for miles. It's no longer there unfortunately.

[@toroxr]

I once cut my finger up opening a beer bottle using a souvenir made out of metal which I thought was an opener (the bottle broke cutting up my finger). I had to get 6 stitches. Hope your thumb heals soon, gotta be careful with them digits!

[@Mcruz0r]

Simple cutting technique and safety tip for you bro: When you're cutting, put the points of your fingers pointed down and towards your palm. Then use your knuckles against the side of the blade to keep the blade away from your hand while you do the cutting motion. The knuckles will protect you.

[@gordonliang1041]

Hey Ryan, I know this video is older and you probably won't see this comment but you should look into getting a split board if you're into snowboarding. That way you might be able to fit a deck into your van and you can enjoy the slopes. Your adventures are inspiring and you seem like a good chill dude. Happy for you livin the dream.

[@arniegreenberg2719]

Ryan, I hope your finger heals quickly. I like that you make a large batch meals to save you from cooking all the time. Great time management.

[@Broogli]

Huge inspiration, love what you do dawg

[@datamonkkey]

You got dizzy because your heart rate suddenly dropped after the cut, probably due to stress. It's not really anything to worry about. Hope it heals quickly!

[@ProjectfullCurcit]

Dude! I did the exact same thing to my thumb a week ago! It sucks. Make sure glue it if you have your finger a lid

[@morgandonnally2333]

A little motherly advice: You need to buy and keep some Liquid IV in the van just in case of injury or dehydration!! You can buy it at Walmart or most larger grocery stores.

[@Connorparanormal]

I always put super glue in my first aid kits! It’s really good for cuts from knifes because the cut will keep opening up. Super glue will seal the wound shut

[@MannyWC]

Trauma still can cause you to faint. As a doctor I can see anyone else’s blood. But not mine without feeling faint!

[@mscattale]

My momma was a doctor and I grew up at her office. I use to actually help her when she had to sew someone up and blood never bothered me. Then one day all of a sudden I got lightheaded and almost passed out! Now it’s just my blood that makes me lightheaded!!

[@infamoswordz]

Praying for your expedient healing. That cheeseburger taco is a great idea I'm going to make some soon!

[@bstnbstn]

Hey Ryan! I highly recommend wound powder for such bleeding ones. I don't know the exact name of it in the US but you should definitely find it easily and add it to your aid kit. Keep going man and thanks for your wonderful content!

[@JeyFlyy]

1st !!!!! Love your vids man ! Amazing , really inspiring me to just travel ! All the way from the UK !!!

[@apollo4657]

Hey, Ryan! Do you think at some point since you’re hopscotching around California you could go to Truckee? Place is insanely beautiful and I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. They have gotten a lot of snow lately, so it might not be accessible but worth a shot.

[@edithsmith4131]

Nerve endings! It sucks! You’re a trooper. It does take your breath away. Neosporin with the pain additives help a bit.

[@matty.f]

Have you looked into one of those portable washing machines? They're a bit bulky, but really handy.

[@app103]

He can't figure out where to put a snowboard, and you want him to fit a portable washing machine in there?

[@matty.f]

@@app103 they arent huge and could probably fit in between his sliding door and the step. Like I said, it is a bit bulky, but it would serve a practical purpose so he wouldnt have to go out of his way to find a laundromat.

[@app103]

@@matty.f A couple of nesting 5 gallon buckets and a sturdy nylon net bag would serve the same purpose, too, for far less money. Fill with soapy water and clothes (to soak) before going to bed, then rinse in the morning and swing them in the nylon net bag to spin the excess water out. Then just hang on a clothes line strung between the 2 rear doors, till dry. BONUS: If the buckets have lids, they can double as both storage and extra seats, when needed.

[@agranshtripathi6651]

Love from India brother🇮🇳 Watching the series from the beginning❤❤

[@jodygrimmett3745]

Man, I totally felt your pain bro. Been there, done that. Stay safe out here.

[@titanic5392]

I did something similar with a mandolin. Sterile strips and the self adhesive wrap helped a lot with healing!

[@gaynel618]

I used to live in San Diego and the Laguna Mountains and Julian (great apple pie) are a delightful area just an hour away Looks like you've have some good views of the area. Sorry about your cooking mishap. Take care of your thumb. I enjoy your travel videos.

[@maitagalupaa2447]

Can't wait for Tuesday.. 😊 heal well thumb of Ryan.. 😇

[@martymarr8307]

If you are heading through or towards Yosemite in California you should stop by Millerton lake $10 day pass $40 for camping but there's a long hiking trail that's nice

[@drizzydianne]

hey Ryan! might I suggest looking up the claw technique to prevent that nasty cut from happening again.

[@jjg_-ih6fc]

Awesome content ! My fav KZbin channel thanks for taking us with you on this journey !

[@app103]

For the part of your counter that is peeling off, contact cement should stick it back down till you can invest in a better, more long lasting solution. Ultimately, you'd probably want to cover the edge with a stainless steel countertop trim kit. If you did that, it would last longer than the van. The stainless steel trim installed on my kitchen counters have lasted almost 70 years, so far.

[@lindalrb3864]

Love this video except the boo boo. My suggestion for laundry is a countertop washer/dryer combo. Just do a load once a day. We love ours. It was $300ish. I actually do my delicates in my former salad spinner. Works great. Blessings

[@agnjp9444]

I've been addicted to your videos. Keep it up! Love seeing them!

[@justkenny6474]

I enjoy the sights we see with you. You have a great professional voice that is so easy to listen to. I recommend styptic powder or pencil to stop the bleeding quick.

[@edhatfield9487]

Get a heavy lanyard to clip your van keys on when you use those bathrooms and get an extra set hidden outside your van.

[@parcelboyy214]

Man you’re so refreshing brother! Keep up the good content!

[@jaywhiteknights]

the kitchen board u use u could take it off and redo it as in sandpaper the sides and what not and then repaint it :D

[@ravipatel4511]

Awesome videos! Been following them for about a month now and look forward to them. Hope your thumbs heels fast! My wife and I enjoy roadtrips and have been looking into buying a Promaster van to do a buildout ourselves which is how I stmbled upon your videos. I've been getting a lot of info and inspiration watching your videos. Keep up the awesome work!

[@joshbrewer4397]

Heels 🤨

[@rustybros]

I knew Ryan would pick SoCal, Arizona or Nevada as one of his places to settle since most of his videos are in these areas 😄

[@jonathanberrios9879]

on your way north you need to stop at alki beach in seattle and stealth camp. or one of the mountain roads with beautiful views up here in the pnw!

[@HeinousHaggis]

Just do an actual wood butcher block counter for that flip up counter, no laminate edges. just wipe it down with lynseed oil time to time. Also for the cut thumb, super glue is your friend.

[@Moistfersure]

Light headed from the adrenaline, must of been a decent enough cut

[@camman1056]

In terms of not slicing half your finger off - Do yourself a favour and get a decent cutting board and a full size chefs knife to start. The best way to cut is to hold the knife by the metal on the hilt of the blade and have the side of the knife against your proximal digital knuckle(s). If you need to cut higher just lift you wrist so your front three fingers and the distal knuckle of your middle finger meets the blade (pull your finger tips in). - I did a 4 year sentence in silver service/kitchens

[@AmandaTexas]

If you don't have it already, put a tube of super glue in your first aid kit. I learned this from a nurse. It doesn't hurt like that liquid bandage stuff. I hope you are better now!

[@jackdwyer22]

The crumb topping is what really makes Julian apple pies so good. Glad you enjoyed and hope your finger gets better soon!

[@leonrussell-shaw4733]

Your food always makes me hungry and hope your thumb heals quick

[@hannahaywood]

i would love that roxy snowboard!!!!!! first skiing trip was this past year and we’re going again this year and renting everything is so inconvenient!!! if you haven’t yet i would be so honored to take it off your hands

[@davidgleason3379]

If you drive down 78 to the town of Ramona you would find big grocery stores and laundry mats and Ramona is only about 30 miles south on 78

[@Th3Mavr1ck]

some extra protein in them greens xD

[@Blissfactory]

Ryan, the music you chose is always perfect !

[@Johnny_Kanuk]

Damn, I'm glad you didn't do any major damage. Heal up. The light-headed feeling was shock. I sliced my index finger on a tin can lid, cut it to the bone, used super glue, to keep it attached and it healed, but I have no feeling on that part of my finger. Got light headed too, looked it up and it said it was shock. So yeah fun times. 😂

[@meli25948]

fav part of all these vids for me is when you cook in the van!

[@lagatitabruja]

So fun to see places I go all the time through fresh eyes! I knew I recognized that viewpoint before you said Julian!

[@GeoffreyArrius]

I saw one ore two of your videos a long time ago but since a week i just can't stop watching them haha ! I love your van and the way you're travelling !

[@prodteague]

As Gordon Ramsay says: "three fingers, one in front and two behind - letting the knuckle on your first finger guide the knife". btw, hope your finger is good Ryan:)

[@DualityEdits]

Iv been cooking my meals for 5 years like 3-4 times a day, And i always use one of these no cry gloves, Life savers, Trust me! (although you get used to it so you start using the knife less carefully lol)

[@joshylinsanders9406]

Ryan I love these back to back videos ❤ it’s crazy I’m stuck at my boring job all day while ur in the same world ur seeing the world makin a delicious look taco burger situation lol much love from TX

[@HarisCupina]

8 adverts shown on my mobile while watching. This is a record tbh ❤ I am glad it's shown on your video. Great video, hope your finger gets healed soon. Love stealth camping, it is a niche by itself, perhaps pursue it more often, on your way to alaska. Hope this helps

[@bloodjunkie225]

Becareful with the knife cutting and I am the same way at times with a bad cut or something with my hands and getting lightheaded at times even know doesnt bother me anywhere else. Hope it heels quick and if you are still looking to sell or give the board away definitely would be interested.

[@bonstravels7280]

Love your videos ❤ watch you on the regular ❤

[@neilhoyne-butler6554]

Love the fact that you are walking around the town in your slippers. #vanlife

[@SusieTennis]

Amen praise God for everything thank God for everything praise God

[@deborahdishington735]

I am so sorry about your thumb .. .. yummy meal!! But as a mom I would share with my son never put your meal in frig till it is room temp because of putting in while warm can start bacteria, meal spoils quicker wait till room temperature if you can 🙏🏻🥰

[@scottchase8014]

Vault toilets... Don't worry the whole toilet part comes out if there's ever an emergency may just pull right out the concrete slab... An outside lock can be cut if there's another emergency we've had great horned owls during the wintertime like to go down 👇 the ventilation tube There's nothing like seeing a huge great horned owl down in the toilet vault... ⚡😇💛⚡

[@orapronobis2149]

Thanks!

[@zaap3327]

Thank u so much for these videos. I just broke my back so i cant really do anything for a long time. Ur videos are my way to escape. Thank you so much for so much content ❤

[@allenennis8359]

I lived in California for decades but never knew about Julian until I took the scenic route from Joshua Tree to San Diego last year. I wound up stealth camping there for a week. Plenty to see nearby. It's near the PCT and friendly to hikers and campers and the apple pie capital of America ha ha the pie was good though

[@dhunny87]

It’s really exciting to see you explore my backyard! We would visit Julian every year for some Apple Cider and Pie. Excited to see if you ever make it to Temecula. Thank you for the videos!

[@hihoney1122]

Wow, hope your doing better. Food looked great. Ryan try cutting with your fingers facing in, maybe some cutting gloves too. Reach out if your coming to Cali. Have a safe space you can rest for a bit if you'd like. Be safe great videos.

[@thadoggma]

Ahh man, as a vanlifer for the last 6 years, I really hate using laundromats. I always manage to pick the machine that's infested with fiberglass from contractors washing their work clothes. Aaand you already know, it always happens right after I have thrown out my old itchy clothes and buy new ones. I'm pretty much at the point where I just burn my clothes and buy new stuff instead of washing them.

[@HeatherBDentureDiVa]

Is California your favorite place to stay? I see a lot of videos of yours there. What's your favorite place if it's not California? And are you staying towards warmer weather bc you know Alaska right now is mad cold and storms coming through this past week? Oh don't get rid of the snow board!!!!! Your going to Alaska you might wanna use it.

[@chadmichno4184]

The burger taco's looked fire!

[@ryanaddington4456]

The best pies are in Camino California. Also near Coloma California where the gold rush was check it out !! El dorado county CA . There is great places to check out up here

[@beekind6267]

Oh man i know that hurt. I've done that before and then did it again to the same finger a year to almost the day I did it the first time. That nail still doesn't grow right and that was 15 yrs ago.

[@Lolo-fb5nf]

Love Julian's apple pie!!!!! THE BEST!

[@SebasK443]

So cool you went to Julian. I live 45 mins away from there. They have the best apple pies!