Seattle Heatwave

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I returned to Seattle during a rare Spring heatwave. And had a little trouble staying cool today. To help keep my cool, I went out for coffee in the morning. I had two cups of remarkable coffee at Olympia Coffee Roasters on California Avenue in West Seattle.
Then I got tacos, rice and beans at the best Mexican restaurant in Seattle. It's a food truck named Taquitos Feliz on Fauntleroy in West Seattle. It's located right next to Lincoln Park just North of the Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal.
It was a muggy day along with the hot temperature. And the heat got the better of me for part of the day. I used my portable swamp cooler to help combat the high temperature a little. When things cooled down a bit, I got out for a short walk through Lincoln Park.
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[@GirlOfZion]

Now living in my car wagon and saving for a van, I created window coverings. I use an arctic air fan I got at Walmart. You can put ice and water in a special compartment but I get lazy with that 😅 so I use a spray bottle filled with water, spritz myself down and stay quite cool. Especially spraying your t shirt holds the cool moisture and keeps the body cool. Everything seems to evaporate. Been in a heat wave in Illinois. Now it is June and getting hot and humid here. I retired this year now but still work part time as I want too. Fun learning this process of nomad life. Staying cool is important.

[@endtimekimmie]

You're the only person that I've seen that loves coffee as much as I do.

[@StaticCamperVan]

What's better than coffee, right?

[@bevtrue6937]

@@StaticCamperVan Awesome that your favorite coffee place is so close. You always should hit your favorite place. Who cares if someone disagrees?

[@sgtearache5303]

Hey Static, just wanted to say keep doin what your doing man. I started watching a bunch of van life channels during Covid. Most of them have gone by the wayside since then but yours has such a nice, relaxed vibe that it keeps me coming back. Nice walks, coffee, casual conversation. Perfect.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Sarge

[@cindyblank5]

My daughter lives in West Seattle and I visit often. The ferry goes to Vashon Island and Southworth near Port Orchard.

[@rozswartzett180]

My heart is there in West Seattle my son and my grandgirls are there. Homeless people are abundant, very sad that there isn’t provisions for all the people who can’t afford the rents. Your van is perfect for there.

[@Dani1165]

Every time I see you making a cup of coffee it makes me want to put on the kettle and make myself one too.

[@amr8457]

I do mine on the stove too!

[@dallastrujillo7540]

Me too. Even as I watched this at 11:30 pm! Need to start watching this channel with my breakfast!

[@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084]

Moments of Bliss... The swamp cooler and ice cream on an ultra warm day

[@maryannnoriega7216]

I'm love my coffee ☕ , it is so beautiful in in Seattle, like watching your videos

[@jeanieirwin4747]

You do so well with self care. Its interesting to see how you work through the challenges of life living as a minimalist living in your Static Camper Van lifestyle. Have your best life for you!

[@terrybard8688]

I know are you feeling I am in Florida and it’s hot ,

[@Jane-ey3sl]

I had no ac once and used to wet my hair and even wet a hat or tshirt to stay cool. It works even better if when I blow a fan on myself with wet hair and clothing. 💨🌬💦💧🚰🧢👕 Also, cool wet cloths in arm pits or spraying face with water and fan on wet face.

[@mercedesvillaruz9427]

I’m new to your channel and so glad you popped up on my feed. Van life peeked my interest but it’s your calmness, sense of humor and content that made me press the subscribe button:)

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hey Thanks

[@susie4517]

Hi Scott, took a chance and happy to see your on. Your really knowledgeable on electrical stuff. It's a rainstorm all day here on City Island, Bronx NY 10464 and very humid, hot. You look like the weather is hot but the coffee looks really good. Someone told me to keep batteries in the frig when it's hot. At the end of the day your van is cozy. Oh God, for real....I like the sofa and chair. How is Mexican food. Is it spicy. Ooh, cool food truck. Does running the fan hurt the van battery? You do have to know so much when your in a van. Enjoy your day, thanks for sharing😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊❤.😊😊

[@pattichambley2779]

I haven't used Spike in forever Sounds good

[@martykong3592]

:) WELCOME BACK! Yes it was a RECORD HEAT WAVE for all of us, I also suffered and still am with 2 fans going to sleep :( Good to know about your Food Truck too! I used to work West Seattle and BEST time in summer months hanging off poles on Alki :) You are SO right too to find Olympia Coffee, or ANYTHING is better than StarBux... I don't have to be as polite... Enjoy your stay and ALL the BEST! Stay cool! Cheers! :)

[@amalmac9943]

I use a paring knife to cut up food as well. More than any other knife that I have and I have a chefs knife.👍Scott

[@amalmac9943]

Food truck have good Food👍

[@maryann3149]

Love watching your videos . Your smooth, calm voice is mesmerizing. Come enjoy Yellowstone..still snow in higher elevations and partially frozen lakes. So beautiful Wish I had a cup of your coffee. Safe travels always.

[@antoniobaez6282]

Oh wow, you are bsck up here, the best place in the country!

[@mondoenterprises6710]

I am enjoying some Peet's coffee, Major Dickenson. It is really blowing my hair back!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Yes, Peet’s and Starbucks are very similar

[@lesley9888]

great video Scott i enjoy watching it

[@fudsicle678]

Love Alki Beach but Tacoma also has a beautiful park, POINT DEFIANCE PARK (PDP) with huge trees to walk through. Ruston Way is a great park to get to PDP by water. Enjoy

[@vancolo1972]

During the time you lived in Seattle I started a list of all the places you recommended and that Mexican food truck was one of them. I'm glad it's still there. Those series of vlogs in Seattle are my favorites. This is fun to revisit with you.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Ah, cool

[@marthaoliver1099]

Hi from Alaska, really enjoy ur video of West Seattle . I lived there in the 70's . Worked at Woolworth downtown on 4th Ave . Great City ! ❤️

[@bevtrue6937]

The only kind of ice cream i like is coffee. It is 95 degrees consistently these days but it is terriblly humid all day every day. Summer is here. 😰

[@carolynrivera9745]

👋 Scott Glad to see you posted a new video. Looks like it is beautiful in Seattle. Your tacos looked amazing. Hope you get your fan fixed. Love you took us on a couple walks. Dont forget to clean your solar panels off. I live by a school and we have hugh trees, but the pollen 😳 yikes. Well thanks for taking us along on your journey Bye-bye 😊

[@LoOnTheGo]

Beautiful shot of Seattle Scott. I want more coffee! Ha!

[@darladillaha7466]

I love your videos! Beautiful views! You are so laid back and provide so much information. Thank you ❤

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Darla

[@toddsmith450]

Enjoy your videos my friend. Stay safe and enjoy life.

[@cowboyscoffee]

Thanks!

[@leisawolf7509]

It was unreasonably warm last week! That auto ferry you spotted from Lincoln Park is the triangle route that operates between: Fauntleroy, Vashon, & Southworth.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Oh, I didn't know that the ferry went to two different locations. One of these days I want to take a ride somewhere.

[@simms196]

Very nice relaxing video, glad to see you back up here. It was 95 today in Wenatchee WA. The next 10 days supposed to cooler. Seattle is beautiful this time of year.

[@ElyseF00]

My mouth is watering over that Mexican food…the coffee… and those views. I need to visit Seattle one of these days. Have wanted to for years. Wish I had before it got so big. Thanks for your videos! ❤

[@jsempai3381]

Bro if your gonna get Mexican plssss I'm begging pls don't get it in Seattle you need to go more east for Mexican food. I'm Mexican and when i had Mexican food in Seattle it was all mid meh or bad

[@mondoenterprises6710]

Nice one today, Scott!

[@patriciaburke2401]

Have you ever wrapped a cold , wet towel around your neck when you are hot? Just keep the towel wet. It’s an easy way to stay cooler. Hope you’ll stay comfortable. Take care & God bless.

[@danoalex2977]

I grew up a few blocks from lake Washington, would swim all summer to stay cool.

[@joanndavis4843]

I too like Seattle. BTW, I've just put my finger on it! You are not the average guy because of your articulative way you talk and express yourself. Somewhere along the way in your man life you said the heck with the macho come off and decided instead to be comfortable adding as much vocabulary in a day that you can. Bravo 👏 !

[@elflordsjourneys]

We've been on the oregon coast since Wednesday, a nice 55 degrees😊

[@StaticCamperVan]

👍🏼

[@takubrenda593]

That sandwich looked really tasty! That’s my favourite mayo and I’ve use Spike since forever; it’s especially good on poached or soft boiled eggs. Seattle is looking really inviting. In 2009 on one of my winter tours of the lower 48, I slept in a van on the east side of West Seattle in January with a magical view of the city. May have to do that again! Thanks for the wonderful video!

[@maadolfo905]

Extreme weather both hot and cold sucks....makes me apprehensive also

[@Bernimv]

Taco trucks, coffee stops, and strolls along the beach a journey enjoyed thrpugh n through. Great travelog video and new pace in life. Isopropyl alcohol and lavender oil spray, thank you for the idea. What a wonderful ending

[@strunch]

Love how the salt lamp migrates around.

[@StaticCamperVan]

What’s that?

[@pattichambley2779]

Love Lincoln Park

[@Lisa-16]

I hope the heat doesn't get any worse for you. I have been dreaming of sunshine and warmth. It was overcast, cold and windy here today and I wore three layers to walk the dog. 🥶 We are hoping to take the van for some vancamping in a week or so and chase some sunshine. We would like to explore central Oregon some more. We just loved it the last time we were there. I'm hoping to see Mendocino this summer too. Coffee icecream is my absolute favorite btw! Oh, and for Mother's Day my daughter and her husband gave me a bag of light roast coffee and a Bigfoot mug! 😂❤ Enjoyed your video and I'm looking forward to the next.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Central Oregon is beautiful. Probably warm there right now

[@Lisa-16]

@Static CamperVan The last time we were in central Oregon it was the end of November and sooooo cold! We still hiked as much as we could, but we would love to see it without snow on the ground or frozen ponds. 😁

[@bayside6207]

Crapola! I'm binge watching the videos now but I forgot to thumbs them up👍 so now I gotta go back and thumbs them all up!

[@sjayne27]

Thanks for the knife recommendation! I just found one on Amazon; the pink version is only $6.75, so I went with that one. I really need a good knife and I have zero knowledge about knives, so I’m glad that KZbin recommended this video this morning! I hope you have a great day, Scott!

[@rvgrandmacharlotte4604]

Back in the 70s when we lived in Burien White Center was considered where a lot of Mexicans lived. Then West Seattle upper income. So it doesn't surprise me. What about a vent on the side of the van, maybe the door near the floor? Maybe you need to head over to the Olympic Peninsula to some of your fav places there.

[@StaticCamperVan]

I think the temperatures are dropping back to normal now

[@katreyes6358]

That's a really beautiful park.

[@k9khodi363]

Agreed! 💛

[@kimwilliamson2823]

Thank you for taking us on your walk in the park, what a beautiful place.

[@kennybrydges9084]

making me hungry Scott lol.. TC 🙏

[@jeanieirwin4747]

Going for a gentle walk is a good idea. Visiting a favorie coffee roaster for a iced coffee is comforting.i find that if i can keep my face cool im fine. I can do that wiith a small fan. Enjoy.

[@amalmac9943]

I like watch your videos, Scott. Have a wonderful evening 5/20/23 Good night

[@nanabananainavana7534]

That sandwich looked fabulous !

[@campervanhelsing]

That sticker is awesome. And yeah, great brand of knife. They hold an edge pretty well and easy to sharpen. Awesome vid bud.

[@ruththompson9369]

The view took my breath away, made me think of a day when I was in the park on Pallia Island in SC .. I just about cry remember that day when my world was at peace..that was a long time ago..thank you..

[@vandafedyszyn4612]

Great video Scott, the Mexican food looks great, I’m terrible in the heat the temperature in the uk atm is mid 60s but getting warmer this week, take care x

[@onrycodger]

That sticky stuff from the trees is some sort of love juice.😁 At different times of the year white pines have that sort of juice it drips. And surprisinly, it isn't sap. They do that later. So, I'm familiar with what you talk about. As always, Thumbs up!😎👍

[@TheFunkybert]

Hey Scott, I drive for Lyft in Seattle.. Free rides for you if you need one anytime while you are in town. Been inspired by your channel for a while now. Thank you 🙏

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks that is nice of you

[@cowboyscoffee]

Have an extra Mexican meal on us. Love your video's

[@StaticCamperVan]

Oh wow! Thanks So Much! I will have a few tacos!

[@Dulsanaya]

Meanwhile over in eastern Washington, we hit 91F today. Have been working on insulating the new shop esp on the unshaded western side. I really love USB rechargeable fans to keep the air moving when paired with the Maxair fan. Since the Maxair fan is squeaking, the gunk that the brushes leaves on the housing needs to be cleaned out. Thankfully, Ray Outfitted put out a video on how to do just that.

[@rvgrandmacharlotte4604]

we hit 98 in the tri-cities. thankfully we are heading down to the 70s and 80s

[@Dulsanaya]

@@rvgrandmacharlotte4604 Monday and Tuesday look great and working outside without having to limit myself to first thing in the morning will be wonderful. Don't overheat down there!

[@noraflores9777]

Food trucks are the best. So neat you enjoy buying from them. Stay cool

[@jrraven3230]

Wow I missed your drive up north 😉

[@donnacorey5682]

Wow surprised to see you back in Washington, was wondering if you were coming back this summer and also to the Olympic Peninsula, my "neck of the woods" (Port Angeles). Love that little raccoon sticker to pieces! I think it would look great on your coffee mug! Great video thanks!!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Honestly, I wasn't planning on coming back this far north this year. But it's nice here

[@praguhbis]

The city and its parks are beautiful. Magical.

[@davidbanner7972]

I am happy to see this current Video Thanks Champ

[@ontheflysoon3113]

Great video Scott! Thanks for sharing, those tacos looked yummy!! Tacos are my favorite 😊 and coffee too!

[@anotherdayatthefeast8100]

I’m glad we drove the van up to Alaska last summer and avoided the heatwave. The ferry from W Seattle goes to Vashon Island. You’d love Vashon.

[@dallastrujillo7540]

Beautiful park!

[@Lisafrank6]

Hi welcome back you've probably already checked out juanita beach park in Kirkland great place for shade on a hot day pretty spot nice place to keep cool

[@StaticCamperVan]

Not sure but don’t think I’ve been to Juanita Beach yet. I’ll try and check it out

[@Lisafrank6]

@@StaticCamperVan we luv west Seattle too so nice. We live in Edmonds though so we usually go to Edmonds waterfront and Richmond beach in shoreline for fun .Its a cooler day today hurray 🐞🌸

[@alistairmclean2667]

Your voice is soothing. Power to you brother.

[@danwilson5700]

I was surprised to see Yellowbird next to the Tobacco sauce at Safeway. Because of your video content I now enjoy Yellowbird Harbinero on my eggs each morning. It is really good. 😊😊😊

[@patricewiedemann6695]

Hi! I am just now in the middle of your video. You are about to eat in the van for more comfort! 🤗

[@breezygrammy]

I love your videos… so relaxing. Love seeing all the scenery. You have such a calm and soothing voice. I look so forward to every video you post. I’m gonna need to find some Mexican food today. Lol

[@mohamedouarsafi3923]

No rain sound this time, Schott. Heat wave in Seattle!!! Maybe time for an AC :) Love your show.

[@laurac5451]

It's going to be another one of those summers the fires in canada made albuquerque's air quality poor. You need a little fold up table and a cooktop to make food outside if you are going to be in a hot place. Albuquerque calls smoke haze I want everyone to call it pollution

[@StaticCamperVan]

I have a table and can move my stove outside if needed.

[@sherryhicks4156]

You are an electronic wizard! Most important, stay cool!

[@cotter9751]

The heat waves are rough! Thanks for sharing the sights!

[@barbarasummers280]

The racoon reminds me of the 3 ft. tall one I encountered in my front yard here in Bellevue, looked like the size of a Labrador retriever. Really took me aback! Have not seen one since, this was around the Covid time.

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Awesome video

[@dieseltherapy59]

I had to watch your video 4 times, I kept falling asleep.

[@StaticCamperVan]

My work is done here

[@sraley9764]

Always a fan of your videos Static!

[@user-cx8nv2sd1f]

Thank you I really enjoyed your video.but you have made me hungry with all that lovely food.fish chips & mushy peas in my air frier now.stay cool freezing here in London.

[@priscillafuentes8663]

That plate looked good. You ever eat sopes? There's a taco 🚚, that the lady makes the sopes by hand as you order. They're delicious. A sope, is like a tostada, but smaller and a little thicker. I don't do well with extreme cold or hot either. Great video, thank you. 😊

[@StaticCamperVan]

Mmm, I like sopes.

[@936anyst]

Welcome back Static...

[@mikehocutt7026]

I love watching your videos. You go to some amazing places. Also like your van setup

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Mike

[@patricewiedemann6695]

Wow! What a delicious looking dinner plate!

[@nick9463]

Hey brother welcome to Seattle, you're in luck to be in a clear hot day this early in the year. There's good views of the Seattle sky line from west Seattle. It would be very cool to run into you on alki beach. You're right Starbucks is good but there are some better tasting coffees. Don't forget pike place market for good fish. Keep on keeping on brother!

[@lfauver6965]

Welcome back to Washington

[@terrimcintyre193]

Ahh, Seattle. Still looking wonderful. I hope to get back there soon. Thanks for another great video.

[@pattichambley2779]

I love West Seattle Good energy

[@pattichambley2779]

One of my fave coffee places was Victor's in Redmond The original was Irish and hippies Wonderful

[@pattichambley2779]

Oh yah Seattle Spanish food trucks the best

[@C.C.256_corinnachavez]

Love your videos. I got my mom liking your videos know. Over here in Texas in the summer it’s gets up to the 100’s❤

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Corinna. Hi Mom 👋🏼

[@C.C.256_corinnachavez]

@@StaticCamperVan welcome. I will tell her hi.

[@GirlOfZion]

Oh I see the swamp cooker is like the arctic air that I have. I see your fan is more powerful than the one I have. Still spritzing yourself with water really helps 😊

[@StaticCamperVan]

Yes, from what I’ve read, the Arctic Air is very similar

[@teresakoslosky3053]

I use to live right by Hamilton park… our view was awesome! We lived on the bluff facing downtown Seattle! Gorgeous!!❤

[@seanh4841]

Nice neighborhood

[@joannebutzerin6448]

Oh wow, you were right near my house. My guilty pleasure is Highlands blend from Diva Espresso. Can't be without it. I was crushed when they moved out of West Seattle. I grew up here, but it's changed so much, it's nowhere near as nice and quiet as it used to be. The Fauntleroy ferry goes to Vashon Island and Southworth.

[@StaticCamperVan]

I’ve never heard of Diva, I will look them up next visit

[@conchscooter]

I enjoy how you anticipate getting flamed and ask people to be nice. Sweet naïveté! Keep on keeping on.

[@StaticCamperVan]

When did I ask people to be nice?

[@rexg2985]

We were watching your video and noticed you were real close to Alki Spud Fish and Chips. Which we go to when we're there. Another great place for Vietnamese food is New Leaf Bistro on California Ave. My wife suggests putting a piece of cracker in your Spike or salt to reduce humidity and caking. Rice works well too. Enjoyed watching your video!

[@josiemystery]

I used to live in that area for 8 years. I'm almost going on my 2nd year back east and I miss it a lot sometimes. I pray I can visit again someday. Enjoy your time there

[@dianakamalamars8397]

I am with you on Starbucks - always a last resort for me. My little town has lots of local coffee shops but Starbucks started building anyway - it was burned down. Started building again, burned down again. I don't support arson but neither will I support Starbucks. Adorable sticker. Gotta love a pour over racoon!

[@StaticCamperVan]

I wonder if the arsonists considered the jobs that another coffee shop would add to the town?

[@dianakamalamars8397]

@@StaticCamperVan yes, that is a point and these things always have many sides to them. However it will take business away from local shops that employ local people and those shops do start struggling. We are a tourist town and tourists see a Starbucks, which has very visible signage, and go with the familiar instead of seeking out the great local shops. I know you are always advocating for the small local shops, which I so appreciate. Also, I do wish small towns would try courting businesses that would actually be a benefit, fit in, and not compete with locals. I know you know this. I appreciate you, your sensibilities, your logic, your way of life. Wow, that was a long comment for moi! Have a lovely day -- off to Farmer's Mkt.

[@webbtrekker534]

welcome home!!! The West Seattle Ferry goes to Vashon Island and Southworth on the Kitsap Peninsula. I grew up on Vashon.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Actually, I’m still in Washington. I haven’t gone back to California yet

[@mmartin4978]

Really enjoying your episodes here in the UK they are recommend in radom order so I get old and new ones which I find is extra entertaining

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks. I have a Playlist with all of my videos in order from start to current, if you’re interested kzbin.info/aero/PL9PWzpL1cZIHAST4lDsBmmENA2Dil_tRh