My 1st time here, but you should add "NUTS & RAISINS" For PROTEIN, FIBRE, IRON N STAY "FULLER" Much longer n ADD: ( CINNAMON) REGULATES "BLOOD SUGAR" & "BODY HEAT" & ANTI- FUNGAL..ANTI-BACTERIAL..(FIGHTS THINGS=YUCKY!😢)... SPICE TASTES GOOD N HEALTH BENEFITS....keeps yr BODY HEAT & 💪!!! 😉
Put a soft DOLLAR STORE SOFT..FLANNEL SCARF Under yr BEANIE HAT Not TIGHT N WRAP YR EARS N THROAT AREA... MAYBE..BUY A USB CHEAP $$$: ELECTRIC BLANKET..LOW WATTS..YR JACKERY UNIT..SHUTS OFF IN 15-30 MINS INTERVAL'S??!!...JUST When yr EXTRA COLD 🥶 PRE -SET UP To GRAB "CLOSE-BY"!!! 🙏♥️ 🙏
Ask a DRIVE-THRU U GIVE REG BIZ TOO...FOR (HOT TEA)= THERMAL CUP WRAPPED IN THICK FOIL N TOP.....OR FREE **HOT 🔥🥵 **WATER BEFORE BED OR ADD YR OWN QUICK: ( BROTH PACKETS)...??
Hey, it’s you!! That small gesture of kindness went a long way that night so thanks again! I want to come in and do a “Taco Tuesday” type video one of these days. See you soon!
homie i think you found your winter solution ill donate $ for yall to go on a date i feel like a hallmark director getting a movie ready for the holidays🤣
I bought a Cabela's sleeping bag for $179.00. Its rated down to -20 degrees Fahrenheit. It's extra big also. I get in that thing and it's snug as a bug in a rug. No fear of cold. The outer layer protects against most of the cold. The inner layer is like a soft flannel shirt. I think the model is the Outfitter XL sleeping bag. Best investment ever.
Years ago I ended up living out of my Hyundai Tucson with 3 cats, cages, the whole nine yards. I stayed at night at a truck stop, so my schedule was based on the trucker's arrival as I had to squeeze in-between them for the night. I spent some cold nights, no reflectives, jackery, nada. Yeah I froze my toucas off. lol. I would spend the day at the library charging my phone, laptop, while job hunting. I totally relate to what you are saying. No judgement here pal, you do what you have to do. You could say I was doing hard core micro mini rv'ing in my car. I had it all rigged out, so for my budget, I managed. Could I do it again? I can, I would prefer to do this in a van, more room for sure. I think you learn what you can deal with, do without, still be happy. Love your channel.
Omg, I'm thinking of getting some kind of rig for myself and my 3 cats. This is why I'm surfing you tube and of course to watch Bren because he has the experience and great advice and wisdom. But seeing your post got me excited. I'll bet it wasn't easy for you. Hope you find that job and it's something you love doing. I'm retiring as a special education teacher and I always loved the challenges. But now it's my turn to take care myself and cats. Good wishes to all who read this!
U have to "THINK OUTSIDE-The-BOX" : COME UP With ADAPTIVE IDEAS, TRIAL N ERROR, NO PROPANE HEATERS= CARBON MONOXIDE, EVEN IF CRACKED WINDOWS..TOO CONFINED AREA!😢. GOOD CYLINDER STOVE: EASY SET-UP= NICE WEATHER...PARKS, CHURCH PERMISSION, + STILL SOME WALMART'S? A BIZ FOR NITE WATCH! 😉 OR AS HERE: FAST FOOD DELIVERY= MORE WEAR & TEAR ON TIRES, BRAKES, ALTERNATOR, GAS ETC!
I use an electric blanket with my power station and that keeps me toasty all night long. I also bought one for a back-up, just in case the first one fails for some reason. They also make the electric blanket that plugs into the cigarette lighter.
For health and power reasons, I'd only use an electric blanket to knock the chill off a cold bed, maybe 30 minutes before I hop in. But out of the wind as you are, you really should be able to stack on enough bedding (comforters!) to stay warm in bed. Make a little cave over your head, sort of like a snorkel hood that was all the rage in the '70s. Anyway, that's what I've always done, down to -30F. But I was always willing and able to bring a big synthetic-filled SlumberJack 0-degree bag, plus a couple comforters. It is bulkier than an electric blanket. I just don't like wrapping or covering myself with a giant electric resistor, laid out like a grid right next to my flesh. I don't want to risk getting cold, because the power goes out.
That is why more and more people are buying used Toyota hybrids because they can set the climate control to keep the interior temperature at 70F for the whole night, and the engine will kick on now and then as needed, using only around 1 gallon of gasoline for the whole night even in -20F temps.
My son served in Afghanistan in 2010 in a mountainous area, below zero temperatures. I sent him boxes of Hot Hands in several sizes. I asked local hunters before buying Hot Hands and they confirmed before I sent them. They camped out a lot, no fires allowed so they didn’t attract enemy gun fire. Their Marine Corps sleeping bags were not enough or even close. For Christmas, I sent him a gift in late October of a Special Forces sleeping bag ($300+). It looked exactly like his Marine Corps issued sleeping bag so he hid the Marine Corps bag and used the one I sent. It allowed him to use the Hot Hands during the day. Hot Hands definitely work.
You have such a great personality for doing these videos. 😊 I’ve found that so many people in recovery are some of the most creative (and sensitive). I’m 7 years alcohol free and nearly 3 for weed, and also was a theater kid in high school (also do car camping with my dogs here and there). Congrats on your continued sobriety - I’m rooting for you and I’ll keep watching! 🎭👏🏼💚
Just a tip from my Army days. They taught us that you actually stay warmer in your sleeping bag if you DON'T dress for the outdoors, because your body heat warms up the bag and is reflected back. Thermal underwear as PJ's is what we used when tent camping as a child too. An old-fashioned Hot Waterbottle is awesome, too. One at your feet, and (4 me) one at the small of my back.
I came across your channel and i just want to say thanks. I’m raising a teenage son on my own and lost my mom a few years ago. I struggled with drinking to numb my sorrow, and seeing you get back on track is really inspiring. Thank you again…from Chicago.
I was wondering, as I was freezing my behind off walking the dogs this weekend, if you were going to ride this out and maybe film. I really appreciate that you did, and this video def didn’t disappoint. Your channel and Nomadic Introvert are my two staples now. You are both so positive-I love it. You have great energy. Stay safe and be well, friend 😊💜
Believe it or not, I was taught in one of the 8 SEAL survival schools I went to, you can also wrap your feet in tin foil. Worked for me. Love your videos.
I've been in my SUV in weather in the teens. I had a -20F sleeping bag and I found myself setting an alarm on my phone to wake me up every 2 hours. I would start the engine and run the heat for about 5 minutes and then repeated in 2 hours. Not great sleep but I was comfortable. Good luck tonight. Hope you sleep well.
Try thermal cooking. Boil water, pour into thermos to preheat it., then empty boiling water, put oats in and add new boiling water, cap it and shake. Wrap in blanket and set on side. In an hour or so, you will have great cooked oat meal. You can do the same and make stew.
Add a wool blanket and some mylar emergency blankets. Shroud the interior using the mylar, it reflects heat back to you. Use the wool to insulate you in the bag. My wife and I survived 13 degree below zero with heavy winds at North Rim of Grand Canyon. We had a army sleep system, she used the heavy bag, me with the patrol bag, 2 poncho liners and 3 mylar blankets. I kept the truck running all night, windows slightly cracked for ventilation. She slept great, I was dozing on and off all night to monitor the truck and heater. It was cold but we survived. The reflectives insulation works great! All the air leaks in a vehicle are hard to plug. We used newspaper and paper towels to plug up gaps at the doors.
Hello. I just found your channel and subbed. On those super windy nights, if you can find a wind break, it will greatly help keep you from becoming an ice cube. If there is a space right beside those big containers in the parking lot, get right next to one. Or if you can find a building you can park right beside for the night. It will make a difference. You will still get cold, but not constantly hit by -30 winds. Stay safe.
I love the oatmeal. I add chopped walnut or pecans, and dried golden raisin or cranberry’s while the oatmeal is cooking! So yummy with honey added to that!!!❤
The airflow over under and around the car is a big factor of pulling heat out of the vehicle. You’ll still feel muted effects of windchill because the heat is being dissipated at a higher rate.
This sure didn't feel like a long video, informative and entertaining...I just missed not seeing your TMNT friends...Now I'm off to watch and like all of your "shorts"! Take care Bren! 😄
I've used Hot Hands in the toes of my shoes for years in cold weather. You just have to make sure your socks aren't so thick they block air circulation in your shoes since a little air exposure is what keeps Hot Hands active.
You really are an inspiration. Found you today, 25th Feb 24, and started with your oldest video. Need to get to sleep now but looking forward to journey ahead, which you’ve already lived! All the best. 👍🏴
Im new to your channel (just subbed) much respect for your sobriety. I started drinking in the 6th grade, and finally got a duii at 39 and treatment & AA helped so much. 22nd of nxt month will be 30 freaking years. Today I have a choice. If this once lost cause can do it, so can anybody else. You only have to worry about Today because tomorrow never comes
First time seeing you, and i don't know anything about you, but real wool clothing will keep you warmer than man made material. It's nature's own thermal jacket, keeps you warm even when it gets wet.
Hey, Brenbro! I layer plastic btw my fabrics: lawn bags btw blankets, grocery bags btw beanies and over my boot socks and jersey gloves. It's affordable, accessible, lightweight, not bulky and very effective. Keeps me toasty for less than Hot Hands (although they're blessing) by sealing in my body's own energy. And I wear a three-hole balaclava (ski mask) to protect my face. Stay cozy and warm this year, buddy. Keep doing what you're doing. 💖☮🙏
I am really enjoying your channel! Learning some good information from your experiences. I am going on the road full time next year in the 2006 minivan I just purchased today. I am 68 yr. old woman who has been wanting to live on the road for years now. I am finally going to do it. I plan to chase 70 degrees, so I will not need the cold weather information, but just in case! I will know what to do from your excellent videos. Very inspiring!
🙂 Glad this weather came in on year 2. This would have been bad for a newbie in a car. Thanks for the tips and cool to see the cooker is working out for meals.
Awesome video. I am a new sub. You are doing it right my friend 🤙. One tip I found helpful when I sleep in my jeep is I use a car electric blanket plugged into my Jackery 240. I use it to pre heat my sleeping bag and then turn it off because it does draw a fair bit of power. I then can turn it back on in the night for a little top up of heat. This worked for me in minus 47 Celsius in my wrangler. Keep doing what you are doing 🤙
An excellent video well worth your time to make and for us to watch. I appreciate your explanations at the end of the video. I was confident of your abilities the whole time. Russ
Those mummy sleeping bags are awesome! Have used them myself. Also one of those cups or insulated bags you can plug into the cigarette lighter in the car for cooking is nice too.
The wind will cool your car faster than if there were no wind, but the temperature in the car will never go below the ambient temperature which is stated to be -6.
I've been living in my car full time for over five years, and I love it. I never use any form of heating in winter❄️, even though I spend a great deal of time parked up in the high mountains during severe weather conditions. I simply use high quality expedition clothing: mainly made of goose down. My Jacket, pants and boots are all 800-fill goose down. I prefer to sleep naked most of the time, or at the most a thin base-layer shirt, and find that the goose down sleeping bag is more than enough warmth (often too warm🥵). This lays on top of a goose down airbed.(I have three different sleeping bags: duck down for spring/summer/autumn. Goose down -20 for winter; and a minus -40C bag for severe low temperatures, or when I sleep in the mountains with no car or tent). Throughout the year I leave all four windows slightly open day & night, regardless of weather conditions. This provides a free flow of fresh air and also prevents moisture build up and avoids damp causing mold. During warmer months I keep the winter gear and clothing in dry storage. By the way, I also don't use insulation over the windows or windscreen. I much prefer natural light and dark. Although my rear windows do have dark tinted glass.
Life can be rough. I admire your fortitude. Here's tip. Find a spot out of the worst ravages of the wind! You couldn't have picked a more exposed spot.
WOW! I have never seen a video like this one before! Thanks so much for making it. I was glued to the screen the whole time wondering how you were going to stay warm.
I lived on a boat in Pawtuxet Cove between Warwick n Providence (in Cranston) 13 mos thru the winter back in 90&part of 91 very cool to see the area again!!! Plan to buy n convert a van in near future! Love your videos!!! ❤
you have to find a parking garage to shelter out of the wind. middle of a parking lot is just dumb. I have my doubts sometimes about people saying they live in their car.
Considering most parking garages cost money to park in and he’s living out of his car he’s actually smart for not spending a lot of money to park overnight
There’s no parking garages here where he can park for free overnight. It’ll run him $24 at least to park in an overnight GARAGE out here. In fact, I can really only think of 2 parking garages that are open to the public and would be convenient for him.
Sounds good but the wife and I carry an extra carbon and fire detector to resorts and motels. This would be a good idea in case tyou are really tired or sick and run the engine and go into a deep sleep.
It's all about the sleeping pad. Makes a huge difference. Heat conduction from the body is an enormous drain. Get something with an R value of 6 or better. Something like foam with a reflective space blanket on the bottom to reflect infrared back towards the body.
Ok.. haven't even watched yet, but so excited this is over 30 mins chillin (literally!!) with my boy! Can't wait to relax, grab a drink and snack and watch!
Walmart has an electric throw that actually has snaps and pockets in it and it has a USB battery pack.. and you can buy some really comfortable hunting socks that uses a USB battery pack as well…
Really enjoying your content...Such a nice way for me to wind down in the evening. One suggestion for a nice breakfast or a light dinner instead of oatmeal, I think you can still get it in the States...You have to try Malt-O-Meal or Cream of Wheat. Same kind of cooking with milk but you add brown sugar and salted butter to taste...trust me.
Just found your channel! i'm a functioning Alcoholic but the doc just gave me a wake up call that i'm killing myself. i need motivation like this. thank you!
I love my oatmeal anytime, but especially in the winter months. I have the Quaker Oatmeal but I don’t have your blue/green rice maker, I’m going to get one if they are still available. I see this video is a year ago, I will have to go to your channel to see what you’re up to these days. I’m an old lady these days so I’m trying to pick up some ideas about survival, I do have a van just not enough experience on living out of it. The way things are looking I better start getting more serious. I absolutely love how you are always bringing up your mom in your conversations. Good luck and be safe on your journeys.
You could place a nice wool blanket (a xl twin size might work) over your sleeping bag and put pillows (maybe one of those body pillows) between you and the car (insulation). Don’t forget underneath you maybe another mat or thick blanket. I live in Texas and a couple of winters ago we lost power for days. I layered everyone with blankets and pillows to keep heat in, had a few wool blankets and that topped it off. Now we have an ice storm emergency kit and it’s full of hot hands.
Idk how ya’ll do it. I wouldn’t have the mental fortitude to go through something like this, even if I was well prepared. I can handle the heat much better than the cold I’m actually even more sensitive to cold since I’m a pre diabetic! God bless you man I hope things get better for you someday 🙏🏽🙏🏽 Finally even in the extreme cold you actually still gotta stay hydrated you can easily get dehydrated and you don’t even notice it because it’s so cold 🥶 I’ve gotten muscle cramps before in really cold weather turns out I was just super dehydrated so it’s definitely something to keep an eye on!
I watched a couple of your videos just to feel better about myself which made me sad about myself. You sound honorable for a youtuber, i hope you and your son will have a decent future of some sort.
Don't go a knockin' if the car be rockin' Have you ever considered an electric blanket? I'm not a car or van lifer, yet. But I've heard that many of them use an electric blanket to help. I don't think they take a lot of juice. Great point about waste/use! Thanks for providing great content! Be well.
When I had to live in my truck for a few days, I wish I had known about Walmart. I tried finding places to sleep and was always interrupted. If you're not homeless, you could probably park anywhere, and no one would bother you for days. But the minute you're homeless, it's like you put off a different vibe, and you can't catch a break anywhere. Good luck!
Love the channel man. I think if you did more doordash / uber eats vlogs you’d grow viewership super fast. really enjoy those myself and the candid content! 😁
Great vid mate, I appreciate you doing these videos, I might be in your position soon. I need to pay off my debt and get some money behind me so without expensive rent and bills to worry about I feel I might just succeed! Take care bud x
❤please pudge blanket from wool, put it over your sleeping bag when it’s very cold. Use a camping underlay under your mattress, it will isolate the cold from your body.❤
08/26/24 OUTSTANDING video!!! and Thank you for teaching me that it is okay to leave the car running to keep a person WARM and SAFE from the ice cold and yes running the car DOES serve a purpose and it NOT wasteful, you are soooooooo right. Your knowledge and experience level is thru the ROOF! You are amazing for real! High five to ya :-) congrats on making it thru the night wisely and thank you for teaching us ALL about Hot Hands product to keep the head and feet warm and the scarf for the neck...yes I took notes LOL smiles.
I know this sounds weird but I love seeing what my birth state looks like. I’m a Cali girl but born in the ocean state. Binge watching your channel. Impressed with your sub count. Mine is too low.
Sounds weird but if you put your T-shirt and shirts on backwards, they’re higher and they’ll cover your throat and keep it warm and the tag should not bother u I cut my tags off it really works
I lived out of my minivan for 2 years up in the Sierra Mountains.. Woke up a couple times -20..Eating nutmeg, 2 tbsp before you go to bed, keeps you warm all night.
Watching Canadians living in a van.They ordered USB powered throws off Amazon..Use battery bricks to charge...lasts the night.Then recharge in the daytime...then repeat!
You are awesome! Congrats on your sobriety! It only works, if you work it!! It's a tough battle, but you will be victorious! Even if relapse might occur, you still will beat the battle. Relapses are with everything, dieting, exercising, anger management, parenting, faithfulness, cursing, relationships etc. We all stop and start over with all kinds of things in life. As a mom with a son working through sobriety, there really is no words that can express how proud and thankful to see his life, like yours completely changed❤
Hi Bren. I'm enjoying your channel. I live in the Boston area and have slept in my Outback a few times at 30° outside. The night you made this video, I think you can only count the frigid 9 below, not the wind chill factor, because you don't have wind INSIDE the vehicle. Anyway I have a couple of questions. Do you normally crack a couple of windows an inch or so for ventilation? And how do you deal with condensation on the inside of the windows in the morning? When you made this video, it was probably frozen condensation. I use reflectix similarly in most of my windows but I'm usually dealing with condensation in the morning.
I do outpatient hospice nursing, so out in my car all day for work, much like you. In the winter, it seems like no matter what I do, my feet are freezing. One of the VERY few complaints I have about my Outback is the heater on the foot setting just doesn't really hit your feet, just your legs. These days rocking a pair of Bogs, double wool socks, and my feet STILL get cold. It's nuts.
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Thanks!
Thank you, much appreciated!
There must be a reason you're doing that up in Rhode Island and not in Florida
My 1st time here, but you should add "NUTS & RAISINS" For PROTEIN, FIBRE, IRON N STAY "FULLER" Much longer n ADD: ( CINNAMON) REGULATES "BLOOD SUGAR" & "BODY HEAT" & ANTI- FUNGAL..ANTI-BACTERIAL..(FIGHTS THINGS=YUCKY!😢)... SPICE TASTES GOOD N HEALTH BENEFITS....keeps yr BODY HEAT & 💪!!! 😉
Put a soft DOLLAR STORE SOFT..FLANNEL SCARF Under yr BEANIE HAT Not TIGHT N WRAP YR EARS N THROAT AREA... MAYBE..BUY A USB CHEAP $$$: ELECTRIC BLANKET..LOW WATTS..YR JACKERY UNIT..SHUTS OFF IN 15-30 MINS INTERVAL'S??!!...JUST When yr EXTRA COLD 🥶 PRE -SET UP To GRAB "CLOSE-BY"!!! 🙏♥️ 🙏
Ask a DRIVE-THRU U GIVE REG BIZ TOO...FOR (HOT TEA)= THERMAL CUP WRAPPED IN THICK FOIL N TOP.....OR FREE **HOT 🔥🥵
**WATER BEFORE BED OR ADD YR OWN QUICK: ( BROTH PACKETS)...??
omg i was the staff member im so glad you liked it!! and i love your videos!! giving you all the support!
Hey, it’s you!! That small gesture of kindness went a long way that night so thanks again! I want to come in and do a “Taco Tuesday” type video one of these days. See you soon!
This is what's it's all about. God bless you both!
Nice job Andrea! ❤
homie i think you found your winter solution
ill donate $ for yall to go on a date
i feel like a hallmark director getting a movie ready for the holidays🤣
😊
I bought a Cabela's sleeping bag for $179.00. Its rated down to -20 degrees Fahrenheit. It's extra big also. I get in that thing and it's snug as a bug in a rug. No fear of cold. The outer layer protects against most of the cold. The inner layer is like a soft flannel shirt. I think the model is the Outfitter XL sleeping bag. Best investment ever.
I payed 950 for my 40 below feathered friends bag
$950.00 ? Or $9.50 ? The cheap bag I bought 30° more like 60°@@kenmckay7106
They put them on sale sometimes too as low as 70 something dollars
Years ago I ended up living out of my Hyundai Tucson with 3 cats, cages, the whole nine yards. I stayed at night at a truck stop, so my schedule was based on the trucker's arrival as I had to squeeze in-between them for the night. I spent some cold nights, no reflectives, jackery, nada. Yeah I froze my toucas off. lol. I would spend the day at the library charging my phone, laptop, while job hunting. I totally relate to what you are saying. No judgement here pal, you do what you have to do. You could say I was doing hard core micro mini rv'ing in my car. I had it all rigged out, so for my budget, I managed. Could I do it again? I can, I would prefer to do this in a van, more room for sure. I think you learn what you can deal with, do without, still be happy. Love your channel.
Thank you, thanks for sharing!
how did you keep your cats from freezing and overheating (assuming summers were just as bad)?
I kept the car warm by running ac and heat off and on, keeping them well fed and watered, it wasn't easy.
Omg, I'm thinking of getting some kind of rig for myself and my 3 cats. This is why I'm surfing you tube and of course to watch Bren because he has the experience and great advice and wisdom. But seeing your post got me excited. I'll bet it wasn't easy for you. Hope you find that job and it's something you love doing. I'm retiring as a special education teacher and I always loved the challenges. But now it's my turn to take care myself and cats. Good wishes to all who read this!
U have to "THINK OUTSIDE-The-BOX" : COME UP With ADAPTIVE IDEAS, TRIAL N ERROR, NO PROPANE HEATERS= CARBON MONOXIDE, EVEN IF CRACKED WINDOWS..TOO CONFINED AREA!😢. GOOD CYLINDER STOVE: EASY SET-UP= NICE WEATHER...PARKS, CHURCH PERMISSION, + STILL SOME WALMART'S? A BIZ FOR NITE WATCH! 😉 OR AS HERE:
FAST FOOD DELIVERY= MORE WEAR & TEAR ON TIRES, BRAKES, ALTERNATOR, GAS ETC!
I use an electric blanket with my power station and that keeps me toasty all night long. I also bought one for a back-up, just in case the first one fails for some reason. They also make the electric blanket that plugs into the cigarette lighter.
Keep’em coming! All great ideas!
Great idea❤
@@brenpgrace Even a 10-14 dollar heating pad that uses very little wattage.
For health and power reasons, I'd only use an electric blanket to knock the chill off a cold bed, maybe 30 minutes before I hop in. But out of the wind as you are, you really should be able to stack on enough bedding (comforters!) to stay warm in bed. Make a little cave over your head, sort of like a snorkel hood that was all the rage in the '70s.
Anyway, that's what I've always done, down to -30F. But I was always willing and able to bring a big synthetic-filled SlumberJack 0-degree bag, plus a couple comforters. It is bulkier than an electric blanket. I just don't like wrapping or covering myself with a giant electric resistor, laid out like a grid right next to my flesh. I don't want to risk getting cold, because the power goes out.
Also learn to change adapters. Figure out the voltage and get a new bit for the plug.
I plug a heated mattress pad into a 1500 watt Jackery and sleep nice and toasty in Colorado minus 15 degree weather.
Now thats whats up!!!!!
how long does it run for?
@@recoveringbaptist2023 what brand mattress pad?
Those Jackery’s seem pretty nice. I was just checking them out on Amazon.
It is so amazing what is available now!
That is why more and more people are buying used Toyota hybrids because they can set the climate control to keep the interior temperature at 70F for the whole night, and the engine will kick on now and then as needed, using only around 1 gallon of gasoline for the whole night even in -20F temps.
Wow !!!
Much cheaper than a motel room
I would be happy setting it for about 55 to 60. With a light blanket it's perfect for me
My Ford fusion hybrid does the same
Good to know.
My son served in Afghanistan in 2010 in a mountainous area, below zero temperatures. I sent him boxes of Hot Hands in several sizes. I asked local hunters before buying Hot Hands and they confirmed before I sent them. They camped out a lot, no fires allowed so they didn’t attract enemy gun fire. Their Marine Corps sleeping bags were not enough or even close. For Christmas, I sent him a gift in late October of a Special Forces sleeping bag ($300+). It looked exactly like his Marine Corps issued sleeping bag so he hid the Marine Corps bag and used the one I sent. It allowed him to use the Hot Hands during the day. Hot Hands definitely work.
That’s a cool thing to know. Hot hands are clutch.
Thanks for his service 🇺🇸
Those guys went through a lot and then got sold out. Thank him for his service. He is appreciated by real Americans. Glad he is back safe.
They don’t work good . Some are duds
@@allenlindsey1175 many don’t know about the cold issue 😊. Your suggestion is good, wish I’d thought about it then. Live and learn.
Hello from Burlington, Vermont! ❤ Recovering people are some of the most creative people I know.
You have such a great personality for doing these videos. 😊 I’ve found that so many people in recovery are some of the most creative (and sensitive). I’m 7 years alcohol free and nearly 3 for weed, and also was a theater kid in high school (also do car camping with my dogs here and there). Congrats on your continued sobriety - I’m rooting for you and I’ll keep watching! 🎭👏🏼💚
Thank you for the kind words!
I'm glad you didn't say Good Luck as it takes more than luck ... one day at a time. 22nd of next month 30yrs sobriety 4 me ...
Just a tip from my Army days. They taught us that you actually stay warmer in your sleeping bag if you DON'T dress for the outdoors, because your body heat warms up the bag and is reflected back. Thermal underwear as PJ's is what we used when tent camping as a child too. An old-fashioned Hot Waterbottle is awesome, too. One at your feet, and (4 me) one at the small of my back.
Thank you for your service!!!
thank you for your service and good tip!
Let’s push this video to 100 likes, I appreciate you all so much for tuning in and watching my videos. 1K HERE WE COME!!
What sleeping bag do you have? Do you have an Amazon store or link?
That oatmeal has my attention. That dollop honey 😛😋 too.
I came across your channel and i just want to say thanks. I’m raising a teenage son on my own and lost my mom a few years ago. I struggled with drinking to numb my sorrow, and seeing you get back on track is really inspiring. Thank you again…from Chicago.
If you’re going through tough times,guaranteed booze will make it worse. Stay clear headed, save your money
I was wondering, as I was freezing my behind off walking the dogs this weekend, if you were going to ride this out and maybe film. I really appreciate that you did, and this video def didn’t disappoint. Your channel and Nomadic Introvert are my two staples now. You are both so positive-I love it. You have great energy. Stay safe and be well, friend 😊💜
Thank you! Much appreciated.
What’s with that profile picture
@@brenpgraceI am catching up with your channel and really enjoying it!
Well run the motor all night
Believe it or not, I was taught in one of the 8 SEAL survival schools I went to, you can also wrap your feet in tin foil.
Worked for me.
Love your videos.
What?!?!?
Glad to see you survived. Seems like you went through a very rough night, but we appreciate the content!
Thanks for tuning in!
I've been in my SUV in weather in the teens. I had a -20F sleeping bag and I found myself setting an alarm on my phone to wake me up every 2 hours. I would start the engine and run the heat for about 5 minutes and then repeated in 2 hours. Not great sleep but I was comfortable. Good luck tonight. Hope you sleep well.
Cold weather bites! Love oatmeal before bed! Hot Hands are awesome!😊 Facemasks work fantastic and wool is best!
Commented to my friend that” those mask” paid of in added body warmth when needed. 👌🏽
Try thermal cooking. Boil water, pour into thermos to preheat it., then empty boiling water, put oats in and add new boiling water, cap it and shake. Wrap in blanket and set on side. In an hour or so, you will have great cooked oat meal. You can do the same and make stew.
Add a wool blanket and some mylar emergency blankets. Shroud the interior using the mylar, it reflects heat back to you. Use the wool to insulate you in the bag. My wife and I survived 13 degree below zero with heavy winds at North Rim of Grand Canyon. We had a army sleep system, she used the heavy bag, me with the patrol bag, 2 poncho liners and 3 mylar blankets. I kept the truck running all night, windows slightly cracked for ventilation. She slept great, I was dozing on and off all night to monitor the truck and heater. It was cold but we survived. The reflectives insulation works great! All the air leaks in a vehicle are hard to plug. We used newspaper and paper towels to plug up gaps at the doors.
You're a really special person.
Thank you for your inspiration.
Stay warm and safe.
I 22:46 love your shorts Bren! 🤣🤣that doesn’t sound quite right but you know what I mean.
Hello. I just found your channel and subbed. On those super windy nights, if you can find a wind break, it will greatly help keep you from becoming an ice cube. If there is a space right beside those big containers in the parking lot, get right next to one. Or if you can find a building you can park right beside for the night. It will make a difference. You will still get cold, but not constantly hit by -30 winds. Stay safe.
Boom. Bren's hit 900 subs! Let's here it for the man! Boom boom! 💥
I love the oatmeal. I add chopped walnut or pecans, and dried golden raisin or cranberry’s while the oatmeal is cooking! So yummy with honey added to that!!!❤
Sounds great!
Here in the UK. I like to add a little bit of Marmite to oat meal. I think it’s just a me thing not particularly a British thing.
You should try Currents in oatmeal. They're similar to raisins but a berry
I love oatmeal with pecans, cranberries and currents.
@@brendalevesque6384what is Marmite?
The airflow over under and around the car is a big factor of pulling heat out of the vehicle. You’ll still feel muted effects of windchill because the heat is being dissipated at a higher rate.
You're really good at this Bren, I can easily see you go a long ways 😃
Thank you so much!
Agreed!
This sure didn't feel like a long video, informative and entertaining...I just missed not seeing your TMNT friends...Now I'm off to watch and like all of your "shorts"! Take care Bren! 😄
The boys went out training that day. Finally got some peace and quiet. Thanks!
I appreciate your courage and positive attitude. Keep the faith, brother. Blessings!
I've used Hot Hands in the toes of my shoes for years in cold weather. You just have to make sure your socks aren't so thick they block air circulation in your shoes since a little air exposure is what keeps Hot Hands active.
You really are an inspiration. Found you today, 25th Feb 24, and started with your oldest video. Need to get to sleep now but looking forward to journey ahead, which you’ve already lived! All the best. 👍🏴
I'm new here too why doesn't he live in an apartment?
@wilE6764 your joking right. Watch the solar camper he's a nurse living in a car. You save a shit ton of money while traveling.
@Bluestarseed1 No..doesn't he park at the same walmart in RI every night?.. I know what you're referring to though
@@wilE6764 Walmart don't really care. They have a ton of workers just in the car as well a ton of nomad living park on Walmart.
@@Bluestarseed1 NM you're missing the whole point
❤ You are strong and resilient. Thanks for sharing parts of your life so openly. ❤
Thank you!
I was born and raised in RI . Just recently moved to Tennessee. 2 years now . I Miss RI
Im new to your channel (just subbed) much respect for your sobriety. I started drinking in the 6th grade, and finally got a duii at 39 and treatment & AA helped so much. 22nd of nxt month will be 30 freaking years. Today I have a choice. If this once lost cause can do it, so can anybody else. You only have to worry about Today because tomorrow never comes
First time seeing you, and i don't know anything about you, but real wool clothing will keep you warmer than man made
material. It's nature's own thermal jacket, keeps you warm even when it gets wet.
Your amazing man. living in Australia we dont get cold like that. Love your content . Thank you.
Hey, Brenbro! I layer plastic btw my fabrics: lawn bags btw blankets, grocery bags btw beanies and over my boot socks and jersey gloves. It's affordable, accessible, lightweight, not bulky and very effective. Keeps me toasty for less than Hot Hands (although they're blessing) by sealing in my body's own energy. And I wear a three-hole balaclava (ski mask) to protect my face. Stay cozy and warm this year, buddy. Keep doing what you're doing. 💖☮🙏
I am really enjoying your channel! Learning some good information from your experiences. I am going on the road full time next year in the 2006 minivan I just purchased today. I am 68 yr. old woman who has been wanting to live on the road for years now. I am finally going to do it. I plan to chase 70 degrees, so I will not need the cold weather information, but just in case! I will know what to do from your excellent videos. Very inspiring!
@@DottieStanley glad to hear!
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Glad this weather came in on year 2. This would have been bad for a newbie in a car.
Thanks for the tips and cool to see the cooker is working out for meals.
Nursery heater. Small, powerful and has an automatic shut off button if tipped over.
Awesome video. I am a new sub. You are doing it right my friend 🤙. One tip I found helpful when I sleep in my jeep is I use a car electric blanket plugged into my Jackery 240. I use it to pre heat my sleeping bag and then turn it off because it does draw a fair bit of power. I then can turn it back on in the night for a little top up of heat. This worked for me in minus 47 Celsius in my wrangler. Keep doing what you are doing 🤙
An excellent video well worth your time to make and for us to watch. I appreciate your explanations at the end of the video. I was confident of your abilities the whole time. Russ
Really enjoy your videos Bren. Thanks for uploading them :)
Glad you enjoy them! Stay tuned.
Your voice is so soothing 😻
Those mummy sleeping bags are awesome! Have used them myself. Also one of those cups or insulated bags you can plug into the cigarette lighter in the car for cooking is nice too.
The wind will cool your car faster than if there were no wind, but the temperature in the car will never go below the ambient temperature which is stated to be -6.
I've been living in my car full time for over five years, and I love it. I never use any form of heating in winter❄️, even though I spend a great deal of time parked up in the high mountains during severe weather conditions.
I simply use high quality expedition clothing: mainly made of goose down. My Jacket, pants and boots are all 800-fill goose down.
I prefer to sleep naked most of the time, or at the most a thin base-layer shirt, and find that the goose down sleeping bag is more than enough warmth (often too warm🥵). This lays on top of a goose down airbed.(I have three different sleeping bags: duck down for spring/summer/autumn. Goose down -20 for winter; and a minus -40C bag for severe low temperatures, or when I sleep in the mountains with no car or tent).
Throughout the year I leave all four windows slightly open day & night, regardless of weather conditions. This provides a free flow of fresh air and also prevents moisture build up and avoids damp causing mold.
During warmer months I keep the winter gear and clothing in dry storage.
By the way, I also don't use insulation over the windows or windscreen. I much prefer natural light and dark. Although my rear windows do have dark tinted glass.
Life can be rough. I admire your fortitude. Here's tip. Find a spot out of the worst ravages of the wind! You couldn't have picked a more exposed spot.
Bless your heart man. We're all proud of you.
Thanks for the tip about not putting cold feet in your socks!
WOW! I have never seen a video like this one before! Thanks so much for making it. I was glued to the screen the whole time wondering how you were going to stay warm.
I lived on a boat in Pawtuxet Cove between Warwick n Providence (in Cranston) 13 mos thru the winter back in 90&part of 91 very cool to see the area again!!! Plan to buy n convert a van in near future! Love your videos!!! ❤
I like your channel. I don’t plan to live in my truck, but you never know when you may get stranded in a blizzard. Life saving emergency information.
you have to find a parking garage to shelter out of the wind. middle of a parking lot is just dumb. I have my doubts sometimes about people saying they live in their car.
Considering most parking garages cost money to park in and he’s living out of his car he’s actually smart for not spending a lot of money to park overnight
Agreed. Doesn’t even need to be a parking garage. Parking against a building would serve as a partial wind barrier.
Some parking garages state, "No overnight parking, violators will be towed."
There’s no parking garages here where he can park for free overnight. It’ll run him $24 at least to park in an overnight GARAGE out here. In fact, I can really only think of 2 parking garages that are open to the public and would be convenient for him.
Great video. Enjoyed the experiment. I learned a great deal. I might increase my warmth with a sleeping bag liner.
Oatmeal, brown sugar, butter, honey, and some milk
Sounds good but the wife and I carry an extra carbon and fire detector to resorts and motels. This would be a good idea in case tyou are really tired or sick and run the engine and go into a deep sleep.
It's all about the sleeping pad. Makes a huge difference. Heat conduction from the body is an enormous drain. Get something with an R value of 6 or better. Something like foam with a reflective space blanket on the bottom to reflect infrared back towards the body.
Love your vids. I’m in providence. A thought: add the milk first then the water kind of cleans the measuring cup for you after .
Ok.. haven't even watched yet, but so excited this is over 30 mins chillin (literally!!) with my boy! Can't wait to relax, grab a drink and snack and watch!
Have fun!
Greetings from........ Arizona! 😅 Glad i found your channel. I've never been east coast. You gotta be one tuff cowboy! 👍
Walmart has an electric throw that actually has snaps and pockets in it and it has a USB battery pack.. and you can buy some really comfortable hunting socks that uses a USB battery pack as well…
I tried your moms oatmeal recipe but just with a half cup of each and it is a GAME CHANGER. Its so good!
Just stumbled upon your channel. You are sooooo likeable! Love your video! 😊
Really enjoying your content...Such a nice way for me to wind down in the evening. One suggestion for a nice breakfast or a light dinner instead of oatmeal, I think you can still get it in the States...You have to try Malt-O-Meal or Cream of Wheat. Same kind of cooking with milk but you add brown sugar and salted butter to taste...trust me.
Thanks for the tip!
Hey I really enjoyed watching this! Highly educational!
Nice video man. I enjoyed it. Stay warm!
Just found your channel! i'm a functioning Alcoholic but the doc just gave me a wake up call that i'm killing myself. i need motivation like this. thank you!
I’m glad you are here. Welcome!
I love my oatmeal anytime, but especially in the winter months. I have the Quaker Oatmeal but I don’t have your blue/green rice maker, I’m going to get one if they are still available. I see this video is a year ago, I will have to go to your channel to see what you’re up to these days. I’m an old lady these days so I’m trying to pick up some ideas about survival, I do have a van just not enough experience on living out of it. The way things are looking I better start getting more serious. I absolutely love how you are always bringing up your mom in your conversations. Good luck and be safe on your journeys.
Was wondering if you would make it….lol glad to see you weathered to storm 🌬️
Sure did!
That’s super freezing!! 🥶 Take good care of you. I sure hope things get Better.💞
The foot warmer in the socks trick really does work.
You could place a nice wool blanket (a xl twin size might work) over your sleeping bag and put pillows (maybe one of those body pillows) between you and the car (insulation). Don’t forget underneath you maybe another mat or thick blanket.
I live in Texas and a couple of winters ago we lost power for days. I layered everyone with blankets and pillows to keep heat in, had a few wool blankets and that topped it off.
Now we have an ice storm emergency kit and it’s full of hot hands.
You’re so right about warming feet first.😊
Ok, I live in the Sonoran Desert in Arizona. And I CANNOT even comprehend that kind of COLD!!!!!!! Dude, you are a rock star!!
That’s funny to me because I don’t know how you can cope with that kind of HEAT!!! I’ll take the cold any day over the heat
Just found your channel. You are a tremendous inspiration. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge.
Idk how ya’ll do it. I wouldn’t have the mental fortitude to go through something like this, even if I was well prepared. I can handle the heat much better than the cold I’m actually even more sensitive to cold since I’m a pre diabetic! God bless you man I hope things get better for you someday 🙏🏽🙏🏽 Finally even in the extreme cold you actually still gotta stay hydrated you can easily get dehydrated and you don’t even notice it because it’s so cold 🥶 I’ve gotten muscle cramps before in really cold weather turns out I was just super dehydrated so it’s definitely something to keep an eye on!
get two of those mummies bag then you will never be cold
I watched a couple of your videos just to feel better about myself which made me sad about myself. You sound honorable for a youtuber, i hope you and your son will have a decent future of some sort.
Don't go a knockin' if the car be rockin'
Have you ever considered an electric blanket? I'm not a car or van lifer, yet. But I've heard that many of them use an electric blanket to help. I don't think they take a lot of juice.
Great point about waste/use!
Thanks for providing great content! Be well.
Hey, I get that question a lot. It would use up too much juice for my little power station, and honestly I don’t need one. Thanks for watching
Saw some kind of commercial showing one that uses small batteries tucked in a small corner it... might be useful
When I had to live in my truck for a few days, I wish I had known about Walmart. I tried finding places to sleep and was always interrupted. If you're not homeless, you could probably park anywhere, and no one would bother you for days. But the minute you're homeless, it's like you put off a different vibe, and you can't catch a break anywhere. Good luck!
I didnt know you could make so many things in a rice cooker. I think I'll get my teens one so they can practice cooking more.
Love the channel man. I think if you did more doordash / uber eats vlogs you’d grow viewership super fast. really enjoy those myself and the candid content! 😁
Yay you got 5 new followers sin e yesterday 🥳👌 well deserved!
Great vid mate, I appreciate you doing these videos, I might be in your position soon. I need to pay off my debt and get some money behind me so without expensive rent and bills to worry about I feel I might just succeed!
Take care bud x
❤please pudge blanket from wool, put it over your sleeping bag when it’s very cold. Use a camping underlay under your mattress, it will isolate the cold from your body.❤
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08/26/24 OUTSTANDING video!!! and Thank you for teaching me that it is okay to leave the car running to keep a person WARM and SAFE from the ice cold and yes running the car DOES serve a purpose and it NOT wasteful, you are soooooooo right. Your knowledge and experience level is thru the ROOF! You are amazing for real! High five to ya :-) congrats on making it thru the night wisely and thank you for teaching us ALL about Hot Hands product to keep the head and feet warm and the scarf for the neck...yes I took notes LOL smiles.
I know this sounds weird but I love seeing what my birth state looks like. I’m a Cali girl but born in the ocean state. Binge watching your channel. Impressed with your sub count. Mine is too low.
I’m sitting here in Oregon thinking the same thing, watching my home state from afar. I was born and raised in Westerly.
Thermals are great to wear on those extremely cold days, Which include long sleeve tee and long johns
God bless you man , love you content . All the way in belguim
Watching a video of a guy sleeping in his car and I get an ad for a Maserati. Gotta love you tube.
Sounds weird but if you put your T-shirt and shirts on backwards, they’re higher and they’ll cover your throat and keep it warm and the tag should not bother u I cut my tags off it really works
Hello I just randomly ran across your video on youtube. Mad respect to you for working two jobs and surviving this type of cold in your car.
I appreciate that
May Jesus Christ bless you 🙏
I lived out of my minivan for 2 years up in the Sierra Mountains.. Woke up a couple times -20..Eating nutmeg, 2 tbsp before you go to bed, keeps you warm all night.
Watching Canadians living in a van.They ordered USB powered throws off Amazon..Use battery bricks to charge...lasts the night.Then recharge in the daytime...then repeat!
You are awesome! Congrats on your sobriety! It only works, if you work it!! It's a tough battle, but you will be victorious! Even if relapse might occur, you still will beat the battle. Relapses are with everything, dieting, exercising, anger management, parenting, faithfulness, cursing, relationships etc. We all stop and start over with all kinds of things in life.
As a mom with a son working through sobriety, there really is no words that can express how proud and thankful to see his life, like yours completely changed❤
Hi Bren. I'm enjoying your channel. I live in the Boston area and have slept in my Outback a few times at 30° outside. The night you made this video, I think you can only count the frigid 9 below, not the wind chill factor, because you don't have wind INSIDE the vehicle. Anyway I have a couple of questions. Do you normally crack a couple of windows an inch or so for ventilation? And how do you deal with condensation on the inside of the windows in the morning? When you made this video, it was probably frozen condensation. I use reflectix similarly in most of my windows but I'm usually dealing with condensation in the morning.
I do outpatient hospice nursing, so out in my car all day for work, much like you. In the winter, it seems like no matter what I do, my feet are freezing. One of the VERY few complaints I have about my Outback is the heater on the foot setting just doesn't really hit your feet, just your legs. These days rocking a pair of Bogs, double wool socks, and my feet STILL get cold. It's nuts.
Just discovered your channel and i've already watched like 15 videos, i hope it glows up and you start earin a bunch from it! good luck