STRANDED IN A SNOWSTORM with my Aliner!

As most snowbirds know, the hardest part of camping is getting to your destination. Bad weather can pop up without warning. Here's my story of a trip that didn't go exactly as planned!
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[@jasondonaldson2150]

I have literally watched this video 50 times, always right before I got to bed. I think how nice and cozy that would be inside the trailer during that snow storm all warm and sheltered and it helps me sleep soundly.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks Jason, it was cozy. Having a comfortable warm bed after a challenging day is always a blessing, wherever you are. SP

[@Nickyfit514]

Yes same 😂😂😂

[@thepz22]

I did this too i rewatched this video all the time when im about to sleep

[@katherinepoindexter4380]

I would hunker down and stay for a couple of days to make sure it was safe..truck stop..showers, food, hot coffee, rest rooms..yea i'm good.

[@dinasyoyos6384]

Some Food / Beverages and Snacks for the road would be nice anyway.

[@dinasyoyos6384]

TOILETRIES FOR THE ROAD WOULD BE NICE AS WELL. JUST ENOUGH FOR SAY 4 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO END UP CAMPING OR AT A TRUCK STOP WITH JUST TOILETS.

[@MrSheckstr]

Gonna make a suggestion here that I offer for anyone sleeping in cold conditions. Much as you dress in layers for the cold you should prepare you sleeping area in layers. There is a reason why there are such a thing as four poster beds and there is no reason you can’t recreate that effect in your trailer bed. A simple horizontal line running from head to foot of your bed with some sort of cloth “tent” above your body will help to hold in the heat escaping your body and not diffusing it into the ambient air of the trailer. Especially considering where you are it will help to dampen sound and light pollution in your sleep

[@Spanky8402]

I was a semi driver and I went down in between 2 mountains and I got stuck in a 8 foot snow drift. I got out and measured it and made sure that I was still on the road and I was. I spent 2 days with no cellphone reception in my truck but I had a full tank of fuel and food to eat. I kinda felt like I was camping. It was pretty fun. I had my TV and movies to watch until I seen a plow truck come. I had to remove the snow away from my truck to get out but I was able to drive again. I would recommend everyone to have food with them in the winter and keep your gas tank full as possible. Warm clothes would be a definite plus in your survival in this situation. I was lucky to have soup and a electric cooktop to heat up my soup. I never thought I would be in that situation but I had everything I could ask for and I had fun during that time. Alone in the Washington state woods and I even had Christmas lights on in my truck to help keep me positive. I did try to shovel my way out but I wasn't going anywhere, I drift was so huge and I would have needed alot of space to backup and get my speed up the mountain ahead of me. Even with chains and the road plowed, my tires were just barely getting up the mountain but I had no other issues after that and I am lucky to have everything I had and I was lucky that was the only time that happened. I didn't need a tow truck, I was only stuck because of the massive snow drift. It was as if my truck was suctioned cupped into the snow, when I was stuck. I said to myself, really, I have the worse luck but then I relaxed and enjoyed the rest cause I worked all week. I got my much deserved 34 hour restart and I had a emty 70 hours log book again. My company was laughing when I told them I had all the soup and coffee I could eat and drink because I had just went for my week shopping in Portland OR, while I was coming from LA to Seattle and then I was going to pickup a load in the backwoods of Washington and head east but the load was taken off me, when I got stuck and I wasn't able contact anyone.

[@seanlamar29]

Sounds like an adventure to remember

[@shahibaaz]

Great time dude.

[@sohailkhalid4999]

i enjoyed reading ur story...stay safe n blessed

[@gabrielanthony1325]

Lets not forget relays, fuses, butane, and cans of heat

[@keystring]

I'm from Thailand and I knew nothing about snow until I went to Iceland and drove in a snow storm there. What a nightmare.

[@nedkrema]

That looks cozy , I'd love to live this adventure with someone I love .

[@rogerdalemckinney2889]

I'm a long-haul trucker from Tennessee have been Trucking for over two decades some odd years ago I shut down one afternoon in Missoula Montana woke up about 2 in the morning looked out the window about three and a half feet of snow 34 below zero took a shot of whiskey and went right back to bed set there for 3 days loved every minute of it

[@nipseyhussle8367]

Roger Dale McKinney be safe out there !

[@MrChristianbowman82]

Hell yeah 😂

[@jorgec4357]

Stayed at the TA in Missoula my 1st year of OTR.👍

[@user-fw8rd5ud4q]

Need a channel bro

[@JohnDRambo]

That's awesome

[@Judy.LoveandLightAlways]

Like you I'm a Winter person. I have U.T.D = Unable to Diagnose, I'm allergic to Summer, Heat, Sunlight, Humidity. Have had every test, allergic, Hormone and Bloods, scans everything. It's just in my D.N.A. I adored this video. It's winter here in Victoria Australia now and I love it, but it does not snow where I am, in the mountains it does. Adore the snow, have never seen, touched or experienced snow and blizzard conditions, but I know I would thrive in them. The little Camper you have is so deceptive, it looks tiny, but the inside is huge and tall. Is it? How cosy and warm. Subscribed as I adore video's like this. I don't do any form of social media only KZbin, so glad I found your channel. Sending my kindest thoughts to you and your family from Victoria Australia. Adore Canada also.

[@dante04srt]

I've got to say, this is probably one of my favorite videos that you've made. It has a sense of adventure and survival that I remember from when I lived out west.

[@sueg2658]

Those heated blankets are great. I'm glad you made it home safely.

[@OverlandTT]

Easy in a Jeep bro, my WK pulled through 2 feet of snow and we were the the only car on the road - at least until we saw another Jeep :) Glad you were safe.

[@bigz4349]

Were you pulling anything?

[@originalsixx]

This is still one of my favorite videos of yours, Slim. What an adventure!!! Glad you made it home safely.

[@lass-inangeles7564]

The A-liner is the perfect roof shape for shedding a snow load! Imagine a flat roof RV in this weather. You would have to climb up every hour to brush snow off, ugh! Actually, this is also an ideal scenario for a Dewalt 20V leaf blower - just blow that dry snow off! That dirty brown snow reminded me of my days in Buffalo, NY. The snow would cling to the back bumper behind the tires in one big clump you had to kick off! These clumps littered the whole place. So glad I live in California now! Nice scenery you showed us, thanks Slim!

[@knshield9684]

The A-liner also has hard sides, so you can stay in grizzley country.

[@danjennings6817]

Probably my favorite winter vid so far. I have watched it several times and still love it. Thanks

[@mikey.180]

The dollar tree has moisture absorbing packages. I picked up three and tried them out in my pop-up. Outside temp. was 18 and warmed it up with a propane heater to 60. The next morning no condensation at all. They work well for three bucks.

[@eileenlohrer5876]

What are moisture absorbing packages?

[@theCURTWAYNE]

@@eileenlohrer5876 Most likely referring to DampRid, or some other silica packet.

[@nunya9555]

@@eileenlohrer5876. Dessicant

[@neecosse]

Cat litter works great for absorbing moisture. I dont even have a cat but I keep a scoop of it in a sock under my front car seat and I've never had issues with condensation inside the car.

[@carlosnajera65]

@@neecosse do you sleep in your car?

[@boutthere3374]

Slim you are one of the most intelligent you tubers I follow from your natural intuitive Macgyverness to knowing when to call it a day it's a pleasure to watch how you roll with it.

[@piushorning4869]

because I have watched many of your videos , I know you don't hold it against me that I am not the kind of person who would buy a A frame, but I have enjoyed watching your videos and the adventures you are having are entertaining to say the least. I just wish I could do what you do but with a larger RV. you have more guts then I do. thanks for your posting your videos. right now my wife is fighting cancer again so we will not be going south any time soon, to top it off she has MS and back pain from that. She is a fighter

[@mannihh5274]

Great advise. Nice trailer. In those adverse conditions I suggest putting a customized cheap tarp over your roof, would save you a lot of work when packing up. Stay safe.

[@sylviajones4907]

Just like a boy scout...always be prepared. 😊 Love your adventures! Thank you.

[@Simplelittlelife]

I really enjoyed this video! Thank you for it. Your production style is unique, entertaining and very enjoyable. I just started on another one of your videos and immediately I know I’m going to enjoy it as well. Subbed! 👊 Your channel is what I love about KZbin. Interesting content (better than any network programming I’ve ever seen) and honest. Way to go man! Thank you and keep up the great work! Cheers👍

[@videorangers3962]

This is my favorite slim video . I always seem to come back to it .

[@vetham100]

I'm glad you made it back safe. Thanks for sharing your experience. Safe travels.

[@Zaltic]

I think this is the best way to advertise an electric blanket

[@stephanburgess654]

Never thought of caravanning in winter and I will never be able to convince my wife to caravan. But one day I would love to caravan around my country of Australia. Loved your video.

[@IamBrendaMarie]

I love traveĺing and when iI get to my destination I love to ride the bus and see all the beautiful scenery.

[@elspethgraham9531]

Advice from a Canadian prairie gal. Instead of one of those little brushes, get a real broom, perhaps with the handle cut down a bit to get the snow off. Clean off all of the snow from everywhere on your vehicle, including the hood. The snow from your vehicle can go flying off into the car behind you; it's just common courtesy.. If you are concerned about driving on icy roads, try to keep your wheels on the snowy parts; you'll get more traction. Keep some big bags kitty litter in the bed of your truck or in the trunk of your car; you can also try sand, but the gritty stuff tends to get out of the bags and all over the inside of your trunk or truck bed. Works great when you've slid off the road and need some traction. Kitty litter in a sock is very helpful in keeping the dampness out of your car/truck/trailer interior. If you are going to be driving out and about in serious snow conditions, get a scoop shovel; much better for digging yourself out of snow. Get some winter underwear to stay warm. Silk or wool are good choices. Get a space blanket - it holds your body heat in. Get an emergency kit, such as those sold for massive emergencies like an earthquake or whatever. Get hunting socks to keep your feet warm, and hand warmers; great when you are out there brushing the snow off or digging yourself out a drift. Keep 2 or 3 extra pairs of socks and mittens; spares in case the ones you are wearing get wet.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Great tips Elspeth. Thanks! SP

[@jimchristensen965]

When a person is properly prepared and equipped for some snow and cold it ain't that bad. I go for a bicycle ride and a walk every A.M. about 6:10 most of the winter in temps 15 degrees F and up then go home and toss some oak in the stove and enjoy the fire. As Slim mentioned in the beginning cold is okay if you are planning and prepared to be in it. Tough trip for ya Slim. Glad you let us enjoy it too. Thanks.

[@heatmoon]

I appreciate your story, your point of view and your honesty. No macho stuff, there's an x-factor in traveling that can't be accounted for. I am a traveler about Canada and the states via Toyota Camry and tent as well. Good on you, fella. You seem to enjoy the adventure regardless, that's the most important thing. Cheers

[@GIguy]

This brings back a nightmare drive a few years ago. We were visiting my spouses nephew in DC for the holidays, and had to drive home on Boxing Day (we live in Toronto). Just as we left a light snow began to fall, but the weather forecast said nothing about a snow storm, just ‘isolated flurries’, ya...right!, it was a heavy blizzard from DC all the way back to Toronto!). As we hit Pennsylvania, it went from flurries to a full on blizzard. Winds over 80 mph and several feet of snow, but we had to be back because we were both supposed to be at work the following day. We have only two vehicles, my 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix, and my 2006 Ford Fivehundred with AWD. Thank god we took the Ford...it also has traction control and ABS brakes. I only had the car for a few months (I got it used, but for free, from my dad, and it only had 40 000 miles on it). Driving along the main highway through Pennsylvania is a beautiful drive in good weather, with a ton of twists, turns, long up hill climbs, etc....as we past every single car/truck was stuck, even the big SUV’s, but I had just put brand new Goodyear all season radials on it, that were designed for winter specially. While they were wicked expensive (nearly $2000 for all 4), they were so worth it as we drove past crash after crash, cars and trucks stuck on every single hill. But we just coasted right past them all. It’s normally only a 9 hour drive at most, but I don’t drive fast in that kind of weather, and it wasn’t easy steering around the thousands of stranded vehicles stuck in the deep snow in the middle of the road....it took us 17 hours just to get to the border in Buffalo...we were literally the only car on the road, but we made it all the way back to Toronto! The tricky part was knowing where the road was at night, as all you can see is snow, but Americans are brilliant! They have reflective markers on 6’ tall posts all along the highway, so we knew exactly where the pavement was, that, and I used an old trick that has helped me driving in other storms....I followed the 18 wheelers! Those guys (and ladies too) are professionals, and know every inch of the road, in fact, I followed the same truck from mid-Pennsylvania, after the hilly parts were behind us, all the way to buffalo! A handy little trick if your stuck in heavy snow on a road you’re not familiar with. So YEAH FORD!, it was and still is THE BEST vehicle I’ve ever driven in shitty weather. Best of all, we made it in time to get 5 hours of sleep so we could return to work without getting shit from our managers! I LOVE driving, but you need the right tools for the job, and that AWD + Goodyear = a safe ride home, no matter how deep the snow is!

[@Luna_and_Miles]

TJ Devareaux, LOL, what, do you work for the mob or something? You're telling us you couldn't have told your work places that you were stranded in a huge blizzard, and didn't want to risk your lives, and potentially the lives of others if you crashed into them, so you were not coming in to work in the morning? I've heard of job loyalty and all, but JEEZ, aren't your lives worth more than any damn job? And 17 hours of hair-raising, white-knuckle driving sounds like a nightmare. You could have stayed in DC in a nice warm hotel room, and headed out when the roads were clearer.

[@eleven903]

Man Slim, get you some gloves!

[@florencehodges-moore2909]

What a nice chap he knows what he is doing well done got to be worried sometimes but he did well

[@solow4451]

I liked your video. Thank you for sharing. I am happy I came across it. I am from San Diego and the same thing happened to me, however, I only had my car. I kept driving through the snowstorm thinking it would get better, wrong. I ended up pulling off an exit at night and froze to death. I slept in my car scared stayed up all night...never again.. I will definitely know what weather is going on at the time. Thank you again.

[@threedogsandacamper503]

Cool video, actually cold video...☃️.

[@CharacterMatterz]

I see what you did there...

[@fakasi]

Here in Hawaii I bundle up like that when it hits the mid 60’s.

[@moerskop21]

Always know where the road takes you cos where the road takes you is knowing about life and how you understand the road that takes you to safety and understanding ..always understand that life is commitment on the road and understand safety because safety understands the roads....

[@dsafety6213]

Great video....nothing like travelling in the winter with a pop up...... Thanks for sharing....

[@MARKLINMAN1]

Reminds me of Billy Bob Thornton in a “Simple Plan” good stuff, a small canine and a nice woman and you are set.

[@Moe_Lester_fromUptwn]

Ha! Right on!!!

[@nevillewood1]

This is literally like being in a dream watching your video. I've finally found what I've always wanted :)

[@sunlite9759]

Thanks for sharing. Cold weather camping can be treacherous. I have several heat sources: >Propane furnace; little buddy portable heater; ceramic heater and electric heater.

[@OdeeOz]

I was out in the Dubois area June 2017, and it snowed the entire day I left. Damn great country out there, made me want to move back in retirement. Hey don't make being stuck in Shelby sound like it's a bad thing. ;)

[@wendymathews1030]

I had to chuckle a bit when you said it was freezing temps inside your trailer, but you weren’t going to use your heater. If there was a woman with you, you would have been most definitely using that heater!! (I of course am speaking only for myself; I’m sure there are a lot of women who would have been just fine without the heater!) I do love winter camping; and being by the coast, I used to really enjoy camping at the beach in the state park where there are full hookups so I could use the trailer heater. One time there was a pretty good storm blowing through, & it was so cozy & warm in the trailer; with my dog for company it was a great camping trip. I love your videos Slim! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

[@orapronobis2149]

Your video’s are not only so informative but you truly have a knack with presentation. I am a newbie to your channel but loving it. Stay well dear sir. This is a different camper it looks like from the one with the hurricane that traveled from Florida to Canada.

[@campfireaddict6417]

My then husband was stranded in a truck in a ditch in NW Ohio during that brutal blizzard of '78, with a friend, for 3 days. They had a candle. For some strange reason, they had a candle. It helped, but they were young and healthy and they did what they needed to, to survive. Imagine having to go to the bathroom in that storm, to say the least about the thirst and hunger; fear and unknowing; discomfort and freezing cold. I have heard to always carry candles and a lighter in your vehicle. The small amount of heat will keep you from freezing.

[@rebeccaswilling1771]

Cold is WAY better than the Hot Humid Heat!!!

[@c0mpu73rguy]

I couldn’t agree more.

[@thunderbolt2145]

I concur. Not a pollen grain or mold spore to be had.

[@rosebud6485]

I’m a divorced woman in my fifties, and this looks so cool to travel like this. I know I’ll never get to do it but I sure would love to.

[@redman840]

Becky Cook ....I could have sworn you were in your 20’s,or at most,your 30’s,Becky.Amazing genes you have!

[@livingonthetyne]

You will one day

[@camerongilmour77]

Very pretty!

[@Tatusiek_1]

Becky Cook well what is stopping you

[@Annie-zd6rn]

Me too. I LOVE Snow! I regret moving to the Southeast now.😕

[@SoleMad684]

I live in rawlins Wyoming weather gets crazy here roads close almost all the time accidents during high winds or snow

[@chrismicone9215]

I've been wanting one of these Aliners.. Sold my Winnebago because I bought a truck, figured I can pull one of those and would be much more convenient. Looks pretty spacious..

[@fredachildress3728]

My ex-husband and I were truck drivers for 19 years, and we drove into Worland, Wyoming at around two AM, and we had to get a motel room for the night in order to make our delivery the next morning. When we were on the road, we ran into all kinds of weather, but the weather that scares me the most are tornados and of course, black ice.

[@peteandrepete528]

A hot water heating pad has worked for me before in a cold trailer if you have one just in case .Fill it with hot water and put it under the blankets with you.It's not an electric blanket or electric heating pad but it kept me warm enough. A fellow should have some long johns just for some little extra warmth when you need it.

[@fastone942]

back in the day when i had to live where it did get cold i always keep stuff in the truck shovel below 0 sleeping bags and my old army parka and snow boots food ect I never had to use it thank god fast froward my son moves out west from Florida and he did listen to me put the same stuff in his suv and it did save his and his girlfriend life and MRE are great when your suck in snow he did end up with two more women in his truck they when out with a light coat and no gas in the car they saw him stop at a under pass and ask for help people forget how easy it is to die in very cold weather

[@cyndifoore7743]

Wow, you’re brave to tackle that pulling a trailer.

[@MistyWoman4]

I really enjoyed watching this video. I know you didn't want to get stranded but it looks so cozy to me. You were well prepared. Good job! I'm from New England but due to illness I'm stuck in FL. It's so hot and humid here. Good for my pains but I miss the winter's. Many people think I'm crazy, but I do. Anyway, thanks for sharing your adventure? Ha!

[@pwb0511]

Your a genus slim, always enjoy your builds!

[@bethhurst6231]

WOW! I would not have expected that in April.

[@Superman679]

As someone else mentioned, keep your pants and shirt or sweater under your electric blanket and they will be warm for you in the morning. As well, you should keep a couple of candles for such an emergency, is the heat from one candle can keep a car interior warm enough to survive in a blizzard a couple of candles would surely keep your camper warm without having to turn on the furnace and using the gas.

[@inquirer1599]

Old Scout trick...keep next days clean clothes inside the foot of your sleeping bag.

[@DOGakaDefenderOfGems]

We are heading on the road this fall for warmer weather (starting point Toronto) and my grand daughters laugh at me when I start organizing my plan A then plan B and even plan C...LOL...people can not be "safe enough" when traveling. So many tragedies have happened because people are stuck in the Arizona desert without enough water...or get caught in the night cold without adequate clothing because daytime temps are so lovely...you can not emphasize enough "SAFETY" when traveling...always prepare for the worst case scenario and be glad you never have to use plan B or plan C... and great video, kudos to you for helping the trucker.

[@marilynsgirl01]

Oh this is right near where my father was raised, Conrad. Those storms are wicked. I’ve been through all those areas and I absolutely hate the snow. I went that way when coming down the Alaska/Canada highway.

[@Desertdweller1965]

I had to hold up outside of Cheyenne because of snow, with two horses. On July 30!

[@cindychurch925]

That would be scary. Your poor horses!!!

[@ein117]

When I'm in my camper and its 30 degrees out, you can see my breath? Why do you look so cozy lol

[@johnarmstead1094]

Purchase at Walmart ✋ warmers to tuck 2 or three I side g for extra warmth... Some warmers can last 12- 14 hours... Happy travels my friend ✋

[@gwenwier7187]

Your trip reminds me of our escapade, delivering a horse from our place in Florida to my sister outside of Edmonton. Weather called for 10 days of clear skies across the US, March 2012. Truth was, rain hit us outside of St. Louis, Missouri. We made it to South Dakota and a bit more rain was predicted. We parked in a Walmart parking lot and awoke in the wee hours to sleet rain and a half inch coating of ice. We were in our F250 with a slide in camper and a 16 ft bumper pull with a 1200lb horse in it. Temperature had dropped overnight to below freezing and as we warmed up, then pulled out, it started to snow. By the time we reached the North Dakota line, it was a blizzard and the first time my husband had driven in snow in nearly 12 years. Needless to say, the wind was vicious, it was a pitch black morning and as we came to a short bridge, the trailer started fish-tailing. My mind was praying but my mouth was repeating, "don't over correct, honey..." We made it and saw faint lights just up the road. I did not care WHERE it was, we were taking the exit. We were both traumatized as we pulled into a small gas station in a small North Dakota town. It was finally light out, there were regulars chatting over their morning coffee and as we walked in, the fellow took a look at us and asked, "is something wrong? Are you okay?" Well, I burst into tears and cried, "We were almost statistics on your highway!!"... This fellow offered us a parking spot, horse and all, behind the station because the wind gusts would not allow us to return to the road. It was nearly 30 below and everything was creaking. He also supplied us with an electrical cord and power for our little heater in the camper. I made the day between the horse with three blankets on and the camper shaking on the truck. By night fall, this fellow came over and told us his friend had moved all the equipment out of his big barn and offered it to us to back into out of the wind for the night. I was astounded at the kindness. It was bitter cold but protected and once again, they gave us electricity. The next morning was calm and clear. They refused payment and laughed about how often people get stuck due to the changing weather in North Dakota. We made it to Regina, SK the next night but found a place for the horse (to be picked up later) and turned back for home. This time I was driving (more recently removed from cold weather) and coming south out of Manitoba, the highway was ice and packed snow. My husband asked me how I drove through the icey patches. I have to say, constant speed, no acceleration and Fate being kind. Of course, God is always in those prayers that inexplicably pass your lips! We know about stranded in snow storms, trust me. I am always glad to hear when someone makes it back safely. Good video. Next time, stay south until June, okay?

[@randysmith6493]

You got a modern 4x4 and a trailer, you’re in great shape for an Earthquake. I have been in a few (1@ 9.2). I slept next two weeks in the car in winter, melted snow for water for a month. We just had another quake, and my brothers home has cracks and buckling and doors that don’t open now all over the house from quake 3weeks back. Going to cost $150k to fix. Your good to go

[@pmanbest5876]

Hey, I love this channel I’m a new sub keep up the good work!

[@nancytomlinson3523]

The teepee design reminds me of a chalet in Poconos, Pa. Good idea to keep players especially for the shoulder part.

[@Erich2142]

I remember this storm. Everyone I knew was complaining about it while I was enjoying the warm weather in southern France. LOL!

[@Inkdraft]

Wear a hat to bed, one like a Sherpa hat that ties under your chin so it will stay on while you sleep. Put your clothes in the sleeping bag with you. It's extra layering and your clothes will be warm without turning on the heat just to warm up your clothes. Get your rig in between two semi-trucks, it's called riding rocking horse and it's a safe place to be. Great video.

[@vanessasimmons1175]

When I lived in the wilds of Scotland I had horses. We had a little bothy above the stables and we lived there. The body heat from the horses took the edge of the cold.

[@kiwifren4254]

All Canadians say "bloody" with the EXACT voice and tone, just thinking of Jordan Peterson lol

[@ryanbesco8067]

Not bloody true we don’t all do that eh

[@georgegwynn2616]

I appreciated your video, I don't have anything to pick apart or to comment on other than great job and thank you

[@tamararichardson5509]

Hello Slim, Thanks for sharing your entertaining and informative travel videos. Your unique perspective on nature and and leaving a minimal footprint is refreshing. As you research your future rigs, give a look at Lance Travel Trailers and Lance truck Campers. Lance will be in our future; they are four season: able to keep you cool even when its 100degrees (they say) and most Lance owners agree. Can also use in freezing weather too. You could pull a 1475 with your Jeep. Because of your travels and tips, we have added to our “Bucket List!” Good luck with your search... and we look forward to more adventures with you.

[@jimmyjonz9805]

Sometimes I wish everyone knew how living in a small town in the mid prairies was. Roads only get plowed by the vehicles that drive over them.

[@baltsosser]

A siuplus ECWS Extended Cold Weather System with a proper pad is rated to -35 below. With a goid shelter around you,that should be pretty solid to help keep you warm.

[@DowntownPK]

Thank you. Simple and good!

[@fmtz1977]

Beautiful snow!!! I like your video. Thank you.

[@jossa942]

Thanks for helping that trucker!!!

[@JBOutdoorsAndMore]

Amazing job on the video my friend. I actually love the snow was never a heat lover. Also love what you did with your channel. You hav my subscription and would love to have your support as well. Thanks again . ATB Joe 😎 👊🏻

[@annem5899]

Always watch you from Scotland love your adventures x

[@jamescross4167]

Gotta love Montana weather! Glad you made it through safely! Safe travels brother! Check out Cooney Dam just west of Billings next time you pass through, worth it haha

[@Bernd4711]

In spite of cold weather outside the Aliner look cozy inside. I'd like to sleep inside during a cold winter night.

[@Lithonion1]

Started watching your videos a couple years back when we were looking at Aliners. We did buy one as well as used some of your tips. I am from Cut Bank, just 23 miles west of Shelby. Live in Nebraska now but know that area well and well. Wife and I got a laugh when you said, "Stuck in Shelby MT".

[@snooks73]

Dear Slim Potatohead, thank you for this important video. It builds my own confidence to see how nomads overcome specific situations. It was amusing to see a Canadian polar bear like yourself curse the cold and snow. Once I get where it's warm, I'm staying. I've lived in the upper midwest my entire life and I've had enough with weather that is either too hot or too cold or too dry or too wet. I'll be chasing 70 F for the remainder of my life God willing. Safe travels.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Hi Allyson, please don't refer to me as a nomad. I'm a traveler. Thanks! SP

[@kong3]

We use GOOD quality Down sleeping bags. We have one as a comforter on the bed and the other rolled up under the bed or as another comforter. Never been cold with them.

[@Mon.M0TIVATION]

Thats why I have a built up tacoma, thing never gets stuck, can go through 3 ft of snow

[@rucussing]

Slim, I cannot imagine people saying hateful things about a nice video, but there are those people out there.

[@jamespeck6890]

Nice to see a person with common sense, avoiding night time, black ice, multi-car highway collisions.

[@kenhurley4441]

Wrapping a thermal blanket and a sheet inside your sleeping bag helps. I've camped out in Colorado in Nov with temps down to 0' and stayed warm in a tent. Also putting a sleeping bag inside a sleeping bag works well too!

[@grosvenorclub]

One month too early or too late !! We drove up from Vancouver to Calgary two years back to visit old haunts mid September , beautiful warm fall weather in Banff and Calgary , everybody in shorts and T shirts . A day after we flew on to Toronto the snow arrived .

[@bstr-ey6wl]

you articulate, a delight to hear.

[@stratechillenog]

You helping that guy made me comment. That’s awesome. Good guy

[@DAV1979]

You are a good story teller. You laid out clearly what happened and it was easy to follow. I didn't envy your story, but I enjoyed listening to and watching it

[@SimRacer96]

my suggestion would be studded tyres and you would not have to worry about gettin stuck anywhere couse in sweden we get upwards of 10cm of snow on the roads even more and we still drive !

[@meinschatzi8978]

Being smart and safe is the best bet. No reason to hurry yourself into an accident! But, I have to admit... I would have started the heater - that is just too cold. :)

[@Bobby8451]

Looks like fun, a great adventure. Something I need desperately. Lol

[@glitchhunter8977]

I'm glad finding the right shelter helps. I almost have to sleep in the car when hotels are fully booked.

[@arthurscott4467]

It pays to help Big Riggers because ,believe it or not they pass the word and if something happens to you they will help . I enjoyed your video ,you are real and you tell it like it is . Good luck in your travels, and God Bless you.

[@kollerbrian]

Hello when safety trumps your goals? Like safety in kind being a giant unknown. Just because people live with conditions of a punishing nature safety has to be number one. Nature can be tricky and when human nature plays tricks safety never trumps goals. Wishing for people to wise up and keep safe the concerns of a standardized means of protection. You are a Canadian and Fellow traveler, thanks for showing up, Gut Free Brian Koller

[@iaerweldkat518]

This is the best video I ever watch I like watching these videos and its cool and good luck on you other adventures m8

[@NancyMoody-ec7wt]

Being a Florida girl you could not pay me money to do this!!!! How do you handle this snow is beyond me but kudos to you

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

Ooooo that must have been cold! I had to pause the video and make some coffee to be able to finish it. Have to commend you for being able to stay alive and to help the trucker too!