THE VAN IS FREEZING COLD IN THE MORNING | Van Life Canada

Van Life mornings can be cold sometimes. Its what you make of it. This lifestyle is not for everyone.... But it will expose you to more of this world then you could have ever imagined. #VanLifeWinter
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[@Sacredflaree]

I feel like humans have strayed to far from what we were born to do. Feeling makes you alive most people don't even get to feel hot or cold because they're numbed by their own home. You don't know what comfort really is till you feel discomfort.

[@HulaShack1]

Best comment!

[@hazelize4you872]

Very well said!

[@suzyadvise9833]

I lived in my Ford Fiesta for a year van would be nice.

[@nightcoder2633]

the truth!!

[@wandawas2]

Carsey C You said it Carsey!!! Ditto. Namaste my friend.

[@TheWarchild0469]

I have slept(camped) in the winter in a primitive shelter in a sudden snow storm. That being said once again I have to say Thank you for treating me to the beauty of the Vancouver area. I wanted to tell you that I was in a motorcycle accident recently. So thanks for the hospital visit Chrome and Disco, not to mention the rest of the weirdos out there. I was down in the dumps and needed this!!!! THANK YOU BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!!!!

[@TheWarchild0469]

Thanks Chrome its much appreciated bro. Hope Disco is chillin

[@TheWarchild0469]

Thank you Moon Dancer

[@petmom74]

Stick around! This family and Chrome and Cruz in particular will lift you up every day!!

[@pattycakecrochet1]

Please show a stormy day inside your van. I think that would be the scarest time to live in the van. Of course Im in Florida and the humidity & heat would make me miserable. At least with cold u can put more clothes on but when its hot u can only take so much off and get any cooler. The bedt way to make vanlife more manageable I'd think would be to chase the good temperatures. But u will still get those day when all is not well Im sure. I still dig the vanlife. Its just not something I could do for many reasons but thats why I watch you guys. So I can luve the life thru u until we hit the road fulltime in a travel trailer. Now for us thats the way to do it. Either way the freedom and living life is what it is all about man. Love living life. Much 💘 Chrome & Disco. 🐝Safe & God Bless. P.S. The gray is lookin 🔥.lol😘😜

[@sjr7822]

You are right, Chrome! In a word, toughen up, buttercup! I'm reminded of a person Dispersed Camping, saying, most overweight people lose weight because they are dealing with the rhythm of nature 24/7. Today, I ran into one of his videos when he first started out, 'On the road " lifestyle. He is right, he has lost about half of himself during the years.. Not sitting around anymore,, he's walking the dog up hills and down hills, unpacking and packing it up.

[@livefreeordie4850]

SJ R Vanlife is not a sediment lifestyle. You got hunt for water, & if you have no toilet you got get in & out of the van many times daily & walk to the toilet. You can park in beautiful scenery which compels you to get out & walk some more. If you don't have a shower, you got to get out & walk to the Gym or where ever you shower. You got get groceries more often as you can't keep too much supply so you got to walk some more. Wow I'm winded just chatting about these task / chores. I don't know how you cannot lose weight.

[@ritabroils6190]

What's up everyone!👋🏾

[@ramvanbobby3889]

Ive delt with the weather five years in my van already it's no big deal I've survived on a poor man's wage so I've managed to make it work

[@shaneyoung1690]

Nice Canadian Post and thanks for the backlog playlist bro many thanks . To easy to watch dude ☻

[@maureendunaway9305]

Way to keep it real and not sugar coat it...cool morning routine edit too! Stay warm 😊

[@lorenzolegge7605]

Love the cold

[@vanlifecuisine5996]

I run a diesel heater nice hot dry air, never had any issues with condensation. But you are right there is no need to keep it running all night when you are warm under your blankets. I heat up the van nice and warm and turn off the heater when i go to bed. I must admit a diesel heater is a true luxury, but there are reliable cheaper models availeble then the major brands ;) Been watching your videos for a while now (mostly on my other account), i'm no beginner but i love to watch them anyway 😉you are a great story teller 👍

[@livefreeordie4850]

Vanlifecuisine very true

[@willwilson6348]

whats up man thanks for the video. I'm in Vancouver in my hightop van I got the cubic mini wood stove! In the morning I flick on my buddy heater till the fires going its like camping everyday I love it. you parked across from last week i should have said hi, I will next time. peace

[@robertdavid6068]

Can't you run the Mini wood stove at night just simmering to keep the van warm?

[@pianochicpiano]

I lived in a converted school bus for awhile and it seems to me the smartest thing to do is chase 70 degrees. Work with nature not fight it.

[@lifewithluluthecat835]

Woww, keep warm Chrome 😎 & Disco 🐶 we don't want to see you both frozen over. Not ready for any Disco ice statute! Always an informative and great video. Stay warm and keep weird as always. Sending you both hugs 🤗🐶😎👍🏼

[@nayinayi1]

Your videos are on point - brilliant....

[@WhatsUpWithSheila]

You give such great information and explanations ✌️

[@V4NLIFE_CANADA]

fill a pillow case with rice and place it on your dash... you will never have a frozen windshield in the inside of your van again :P

[@petmom74]

You look like a genie in the beginning or the evil stepmother's mirror in Snow White with just your head illuminated, hahahahaha! You're correct about all of this.

[@mr.solitude3352]

Maybe I should do a video about dealing with triple digit heat (anything over 100 degrees) that lasts for months during the summer in my home state, Nevada. But first I gotta get me a cargo van. :) Thanks for your vids, homeboy. I look forward to them every time.

[@jamessherman8954]

Yes Vegas is hot ..... inside the van would be cooking you .... need air

[@kimwilliams7051]

great video this guy deserves nice stuff for his home van xxx

[@Vantasticviews2]

I’m a bit south of you in Oregon and it was pretty dang cold last night! In my zero degree sleeping bag with my 4 legged 101degree BFF, we were toasty, but getting up at 530 am for work is not nice. I just usually idle the van for 10 minutes with the heater blasting and voilá! Comfy for getting dressed and ready for the day✌🏼

[@colbyelliott377]

Thanks for the video I am seriously thinking about van life......

[@TomTomTom87]

Van Life in southern California will be a cake walk.

[@aztec999999]

I love your build. It's honest and awesome

[@tarot-karma-online]

Hi, I am over 50 and bought a small, old cottage which I am (still) doing up. I spent last year from Dec until Summer there, tried several heatsystems, incl. propane, which did not help at all because I removed all the old Lehm (Mud?) from the historical house, so no insolation. Basically inside temp was roughly like outside. Cooldes was minus 16 degrees and when I accidently spilled a cup of tea it was frozen as it reached the floor. If it is cold u can only heat the outside, which was not possible in my case or the inside, so to speak. I had 2 sleeping bags, several duvets and what saved me where 2 warm bottels which had to be refilled every 2-3 hours. I was wearing a woollen hat in bed (no sexy sight) but had the most natural experiences which are still stazing with me. For example, if I did not have a dog which I had to feed, to walk ect. I am pretty sure I would have gone into some sort of light hibernation, only standing up for eating and WC, the body reacts to the outside temperatures if not disturbed by things like pets, children or work. And mostly spiritual I experienced the earth is breating. For example I was checking my phone and temp around midnight it would have been x degrees. 2 hours later it felt warmer at around 2 am ! and when I checked temp was up 1 degree towards the morning it was falling again and then with sunrise it rised again. I have to work now, otherwise I would love to have another winter there. It was hard but wonderful (in hindsight) :)

[@richardfootitt9557]

I havaae to hand it to you. I guess I've lived in a warm climate too long! And I never liked cold weather much, anyway. When I hit the road, I plan to spend my winters in Places like California, Arizona, and Florida........Keep up the good work. Stay warm. :)

[@susannordstrom5065]

a lot of people in a house cant afford to have heating on all night either

[@livefreeordie4850]

Susan good point!

[@1laquavia]

Note to self get a heater

[@sts9king]

Chrome - I just installed an Espar D2 diesel furnace in my sprinter. I slept in the van in Aspen last night at -11 Fahrenheit!!! Totally toasty. I set the thermostat to 72 and it’s perfect! Skiing all day and set the thermostat to 68 for my dog to be happy :) super dry heat but my god this thing was pricey. Totally worth it for me tho. Love ur vids bud.

[@patriciagelenaw6235]

As my momma says: colder than a well diggers butt!!!😄😄😄 woke up to a little snow this am.!!!! I like to sleep cool, too hot, I can't sleep. Thanks for the info C. I hope you have an awesome day!!!!!😄😄😄😄 Great to see your face(s) this morning!!!😄😄😄💝💝

[@doolsification]

We got snow in Victoria, right now...stay warm!

[@jeepstuff4004]

stay warm my friend. Spring is coming

[@kodeywhitewolf4056]

I know there will be some adjustments BUT all well worth it for sure Bring it on !! Adventures verses ho drum..NO comparison yeeah !!!!!

[@johnsparkman2007]

Chrome there were days this winter when it was - 30 where I live in Ontario. I would love van life but I value my life more! Lol. I think I would drive down to Arizona for 4 months. You guys rock!!!

[@ellienorder520]

iv got a tip for a heater you could use for about 3 degreesmore warmth with a terracotta flowerpot turn it upside down on a small flame of youre cooking stove do this only when youre inside too i used it inside my home this past winter and it saved me about 140 euro , btw i heated the flowerpot with a few small candles eh i like to wath youre vanlife , greetings from holland

[@DonovanRush]

Carpe Diem, Chrome and Disco!

[@MinimalistBusLifer]

I also like to sleep cooler, actually, and think I'll be perfectly fine with below zero bedding and my two little weener heaters LOL :D I likely will not run the heater at night either...Heck I don't put the heat on at the apartment at night either. These two dogs are heater enough! ;)

[@robertdavid6068]

Weener heaters eh, bahaha

[@petmom74]

I sleep in my cargo van in a comfy bed with 4 of my 5 dogs and one of my 2 cats, so....I'm good. Getting outta bed, however, sucks big time. Yeah, I hear ya, Chrome.

[@antondcmd]

Thanks for keepin' it real man! Keep the videos comin'!😊

[@BluegrassHiker]

We did 12F in our van. Didn’t have a heater but we were fine in our mummy sleeping bags. 👍 Getting up to go pee sucks.

[@gailchasin9746]

Thanks!

[@miniman3405]

good job bro you guys rock much love peace

[@childcarechick]

Heya Wierdos! Shout out to Chrome and Disco!

[@michaelpockat1]

Another great video thank you

[@elainepatton3825]

Burrrrr....yep 5 degree F. that is coldest I've had to deal with this winter. We had ice yesterday and today....but I'm nice and toasty warm!!❄⛄ I always keep my front windows cracked and my vent fan cracked....no problem! Welcome to all the new Weirdos....we love you guys!!

[@elainepatton3825]

VANCITY VANLIFE I just love how fast your channel is growing and appreciate all of the Weirdos that are uniting to help make this channel incredible!💕🙏💕

[@maureendunaway9305]

Elaine Patton, I second Chrome on how nice it is that you welcome new people... like you welcomed me and even helped me figure out how the comments thread works 😊. I didn't realize you were already in Van life, love to see women going for it! ( Hoping that can be me soon ) Stay warm and keep being your kind welcoming self!

[@elainepatton3825]

Maureen Dunaway Thank you!!! 💜

[@elainepatton3825]

Maureen Dunaway Good luck on your future endeavors!!! Really the only bad part about living in a van is the temps. If you can be a snowbird, you've got it made!!

[@maureendunaway9305]

Elaine Patton 💜

[@ProfessorGrimm]

I have slept in my van around the same temps, nit super fun, but still memorable.

[@tainoproyecto]

Thats so tru, It makes me feel alive. greetings from Fred. 👍

[@alvaradacosta293]

Thanks, good information...

[@thedillon25100]

another thing to think of is once you have battery power either jackery or regular batteries is a small de humidifier >75 watts constant draw usually even less and then you are free to keep your heat on all night of that sense but youd be better off going for a off brand esbro or whatever the diesal heaters are called 200~$ or name brand 1200~$ but food for thought.

[@jono4708]

88F in St Petersburg, Fl this afternoon. Had to put on the AC again. Brrrrrrrrrr

[@tom_olofsson]

It aint always peaches and cream.

[@annecaulder9495]

We slept in my bare cargo van while searching for housing, and I found it bearable until it got down around freezing overnight. But 42 F was no big deal, but we also have dogs to keep us warm.

[@cayetanocanales7662]

Thanks for the vid. Saludos from tejas

[@thablakhippi456]

I really appreciate the Input you give in your Vids! Good-lookin out! Each1teach1!

[@pex2268]

thought you had an olympian heater,they're the best

[@clarklindquist8137]

I just found a couple really cool 12 volt truck heaters. Ya can use them even unattended. Of course ya need batteries and charging capabilities. But I was thinking much safer

[@ivelissessandoval2884]

Thank you chrome i want to live the van life thanks for let me know gbu

[@armandoramos1949]

Talk about cold days, It's been -20c here in Alberta. Bbrrrr! Cold. Stay warm out there and keep on rockin'! Have a wonderful day.

[@insightoutgirl7]

Yup, it's snowing today! Enjoy ✌️

[@grandcaravanchris9555]

Also living in a van in Vancouver, this weather kills! Getting up in the middle of the night to take a leak feels like a venture into the arctic man. Really makes you appreciate the warm shower at the gym that much more! At the same time I kind of feel like some badass viking warrior faring the lethal cold, even though I'm just a 20 year old living in a van. Putting my beard to good use keeping my cheeks warm anyway :)

[@kellylarson3565]

I purchased a wood stove made for a ice shack for $160.00 and a three inch chimney with a damper. I load the stove and close both dampers and in the morning there is still coals. Not very stealthy though.

[@robertdavid6068]

Chrome, aren't you worried about mold building up and then inhaling it. I have been seeing people put insulation then vapour barrier to combat the mold problem. I love the videos you make. Cheers bro.

[@gennavivegenna4540]

Happy days to all 😎

[@GodspeedSuperbeast]

I've not felt more at home in a house for decades

[@Feedback4Utoday]

Unusually cold this year - often Spring is showing up by now. Sleep cool & start car heater or propane in AM makes total sense. Very practical - always it seems

[@hippy4868]

👋✌😎🙃🕉 and 🐶❤ Disco ❤🐶

[@algray2604]

this was a very good video.

[@feeenchantee3249]

In Quebec.... it can go down to -40.... when I get my van, the first winter will be to test the insulation... and then, build the rest! 😂

[@myfamilymatters]

We prefer sleeping in a cold room at night. My husband and I both think that it's easier to wake up in the morning if the room is cold, than if it's too warm. For us it seems that we are far more alert and we are more energized. Just our personal taste I guess.

[@belindaphillips2779]

Cold brings good deep sleep

[@davemacpherson4752]

One solution for RV heat - a cubic Mini Woodstove and you could still stay Stealth, People do it 😁 Cheers, Chrome! 🍺 and stay weird!

[@davemacpherson4752]

Okay, got it Chrome! 😂 You just have your Channel for Starting out 😁 👍🏼

[@FrankGreenway]

I'd be driving south. Or hooked up to electric and have a ceramic heater going. I'm ok with cold, but not freezing

[@Dulsanaya]

Yep, freezy here in North Idaho too. Having my attic insulated tomorrow. Heat rises, folks! Do the roof! xo. Snuggle with dog(s) and stay warm until it rains/snows again.

[@paulinedavis8734]

Many Van dwellers have some type of (usually black) curtain-system to separate the sleeping area from the front seats. They say it keeps the back sleeping area WARMER (front windshield is a lot of exposed glass ) and it provides PRIVACY day or night. Others totally black out the windshield and side door windows with a thin black foam attached to reflective, like on your ceiling. Curious, to know why you chose NOT to this?

[@marshabrown8337]

Live your dream. Take care.

[@MrDocc4u]

Good info Sir..

[@philcapling8268]

Great video, man! Even as far south as The Carolinas and in September, I’ve been cold in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. But, like you said, a zero sleeping bag (or two), along with bedding to insulate underneath you, and you’re good to go. Also, by running the van warm at night, just before you turn in helps too. Cold in the a.m.? Start the van and let it warm up! Best wishes to ya, Chrome, along with Disco...

[@michaelpockat1]

Its what I'm nervous about is the cold lol...but like you said...suck it up and deal with it....I'm merchant marine most of are jobs are outside rain or shine cold or hot

[@michaelpockat1]

VANCITY VANLIFE makes since....lol

[@dannymelville6715]

I know fiberglass insulation is quick and easy. But, breathing all that stuff is no bueno. Have you considered the spray foam insulation? It's permanent, however applies to both cold/hot weather. Totally dig what you do

[@touffe3611]

Great video Thanks i learned alot Keep them coming :) Im a Canadian i know how cold it gets.

[@stillrandy]

Hey Crome, we are about to get a heat wave in Saskatchewan, only -20c tonight. It's been -30 to -35 the last few nights. I'm not complaining, just sayin. That's why I'm going spend some time on the Island & lower mainland next winter. These old bone are feelin it.

[@DavidWalker-wz9rl]

Been my solution too - hot showers in the am (Rec Center opens at 5:30) BTW Fleece Bag liners work great for a bit of extra

[@oravasong6111]

Hi, my pic. right now is from highschool. A long time ago. More music please and a great night.

[@NomadikEmpyr]

I've not felt more at home in a house for decades, clue. Now you have two subscribes from me, lol!

[@HulaShack1]

Great Video! I hate being cold. It's just not in my DNA! LOL! Stay Warm King Weirdo! Love to you and to Disco!

[@sergiocomissariodebordo3976]

Thanks for the video Chrome. Yes, it gets cold inside the van alright. I almost froze myself driving my van to California. I am buying a sleeping bag -20 degree to help w the cold in San Francisco. 1- Have you tried to park the van inside a garage? Is it better or as cold?

[@thebackroads7074]

Ya had me until COLD...lol 🤤....I believe when a woman gets to a certain age, the term frigid takes on a whole new meaning, and it done got somethin' to do with those dayng cold weather systems....lol. Living "la vida coldoh!" sounds a bit challenging for some full-time giggin', but if one travels as a nomad, one can always follow the warmer weather, as well....especially peeps like You and The Pupz someday, right? Keep up the superbly professional presentation of an up and coming life and style that will be very determinant to our economic swings in the future. People like you are very much pioneers, in your thinking, especially your courage to just get out there and DO IT....lol 😎 You really have inspired many, as so many others have, as well. Diggin' your dignity in driving your domicile. Stay weird, creative and "dream"y...seein' it to bee it, yo. 🐝

[@kennethhudson8013]

I heard that kitty litter will absorb moisture

[@gabd805]

Oh Hun, my car can only record to -23 degrees Celsius and it can get even colder. So yeah...we got extreme temperatures for summer and winter (even tho winter comes 2 months late now because of the climate change). I'm kinda afraid to know how cold it actually is...wanna do van life but we don't have cheap solar, heating and all devices needed for my minimum confort in a van (warmth, toilet etc) and a lot of things other countries have (public water faucets and showers or 24/7 gyms). I'd only use it to not pay rent and get a job, not travelling (car gas money and money in general). Really enjoying your vids and positive mindset tho. That, your van's simplicy and because you are from Canada (supposedly cold but turns out it's less cold :))) so that temperature comparison plan got shut down) is why I'm started watching. *pets Disco*

[@fayewhite7541]

Gabriela Dorobantu, Chrome lives in the warmest part of Canada. Our climate & weather varies across Canada. Much too cold in the Maritime provinces on the Atlantic coast for winter van life. A bottle of pop will explode in my car during the coldest days.

[@gabd805]

Can't say we covered the Canadian Climate that well back in high school...or at all -memory fail- :)) 'Canada=brr, cold, close to perm. winter' is all we 'know' without fact-checking...even if that's not necessarily true. Most videos I've seen on van life & co. are from warm/warm-ish climates so it's hard to draw a useful comparison. I get what you mean. Hope that pop doesn't get ya! :)

[@phynixkates256]

72 degrees here in Florida this morning at 7 a.m

[@hayleygraham2506]

hey chrome hope u have a nice day

[@AnnetteZang]

Great stuff....stay weird. Hugs to u both

[@springranch1384]

"What's up everybody in the comments?" 😆

[@VANESSASBLESSEDLIFE]

Wow I seen snow coming out your mouth; you should wear shower shoes when you use the public showers, flip flops. You should get that small wood burning stove that I seen other people with.

[@petmom74]

I've hated camping as an adult. But, throw in NO RENTAL PAYMENTS, and I'm okay with camping and being a bit uncomfortable!

[@pawznplay2772]

I'm laughing because I'm in Southern CA hills. It got down to 26° last night here. We also ( me snd the Lab who thinks shes a Chihuahua) have 2 light weight down comforters. She sleeps under ALL night. . Lol Ive been in my camper shell for almost 2 years. Almost ready to grow up into a van. This was a really informative video. When you figure your sleeping inside a metal box of course its cold. But until you experience it you really have no idea. Lol Can you really have a wood stove in your van ? Eek!

[@sararose7953]

❤️

[@suzyadvise9833]

Snuggles!

[@ramahllama9804]

Snowing down south in the PNW

[@jonesbluesandjam]

Cool

[@everetteholland1848]

Whats up weirdos? Chrome is the mack daddy of the weird and wonderful! Lol being in tenn. We have cold times also, this year started out jan.1st till the 7th or about was 0 degree f yep pipes under my mobile busted! Boy howdy did that sux? Damn str8 it did, thats life in a MH cold inside nope with heater kickin ass, im not into extreamly cold but you have to take good with bad no matter which abode you choose van or sticks and bricks or a mobile home like me. Oh yea im in the applichian mountains area of Tn. Va. And N.C. wouldnt have it any other way! But I do want to visit Vancouver B.C. keep it weird!

[@tmbb9183]

Hey I was curious about two things. Where does your dog stay while you are in the gym? And when you wake up in the morning and all the moisture on the inside of windshield has frozen what is the best way to remove it? I've struggled with this for a while