Chad, a year ago last July, at 72 years old, I fell down a flight of stairs and broke my neck. I am now living in a wheelchair. I had hopes of traveling around the country to see some of the USA. I am lost for words at this moment in time. You are truly the best at what you do. Your video skills are first class and your music is soothing to my soul. I am living that van life thru you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Wish I could meet you to thank you face to face. Tom Guertin
It would be so interesting, from a social/psychological aspect, to try to understand why anyone would want to live in such a divorced, hostile and remote situation...other than the tribal reality...who would really want to live that way?
To think that a guy in a van and a couple of cameras can make this incredible content and make billion dollar entertainment companies look like amateurs. Its just great…. Thanks Chad! Absolutely epic journey!
@@jebaited9612 Yes. Indeed. But that's not at all what I meant. In response to @Boontjes original comment I was referring to the Hollywood production executives etc in the TV & movie industry that produce multi million dollar productions and operate multi billion dollar production companies. I was referring to how they must really hate how one man in a van with a couple of consumer cameras and a drone can all by himself make the same (and arguably better) content that takes them months (or years), millions of dollars, and a production staff consisting of hundreds of people. They must feel really threatened how he can do this with such high production quality AND get it seen by hundreds of thousands or people with no marketing at all. That must really burn them up.
@@jebaited9612 , You are absolutely right. The Hollywood people would never survive in this type of setting. Nor would they make the trip Chad has made.
To make videography look so easy during a sunny day is one thing. To make it look like a crew is following you through search rough terrain is a step above. Truly talent
Not being able to sit around a campfire gave you time to focus on the finer details. Brother, this will be an award winning video. Way better than National Geographic. I can tell you after being a US Army Firefighter stationed for 4 years up at Ft. Wainwright in Alaska, that you will never forget your time there. You will look back with fondness knowing that you accomplished something few ever get a chance to do. Glad to see you had the chance to view the Norther Lights too. A toast to you brother. Cheers!
I did this exact trip 32 years ago in a Ford diesel van, and stopped at most of the same places you showed in this video, thank you for the great memories, what a great video!!
Absolutely unreal footage and journey, great effort my guy. To be perfectly honest, every ounce of hardship was all made worth it by the greeting of that adorable pupper
Not sure if RUclips has anything equivalent to the Academy Awards but I nominate this Arctic series you put out (not to take away from your other excellent videos, but this one raised the bar). Just incredible. Loved the pup, too!
Makes me feel a special admiration for the people who built those roads. It’s hard enough to stand outside for a couple of minutes, imagine working out there for months.
Luis Sabathie edited their post which claimed driving a van in those conditions is like climbing a mountain - I in no way disparaged people who work there.
@@coffeebeans7912 Luis Sabathie edited their post which claimed driving a van in those conditions is like climbing a mountain - I in no way disparaged people who work there.
@@JK_Clark What!?! I edited what?!? Yours says edited, not mine. Who knows what you originally wrote, garnered you some criticism and are now trying to gaslight into a false narrative. Shameful.
Father of three daughters, married for 20 years to the same women, I truly appreciate you sharing a different side of living. I wouldn’t change what I have, but I’m so glad to share in what you do. Thanks for all you do! Purchasing my lvtl gear. Keep going!
I did that exact same trip from WA state to Tuk 17 years ago as a solo female from Africa in a VW hippie van but not in winter, rather just after the first frost on the Dempster Hwy. The colours of the trees and tundra turning were breathless and I took a month going up and returning via Alaska. In those days had to fly to Tuk from Inuvik. Remember eating whale blubber. One of the most beautiful trips I have ever done. Being from Africa, dont really fancy such cold, but can appreciate experiencing the beauty of winter from your video. PS. I swam in the Arctic Ocean where you camped!
I dont know if youtube has awards, but seriously, this series is so amazing it should receive one. Never a bad moment watching your videos, ever. Once again, Thank you Chad for doing this. You have not seen a van life video until you have seen a LTVL video.
I second…This series is definitely award winning! Thanks Chad for taking us along with you to summit your mountains. It is a privilege to be able to share these mountain top moments with you. Salute!
Congratulations on making it to the Arctic Ocean. The work you put into these videos is totally amazing. Please stay safe. You are my go to watch of excellent content.
That gesture of yours when you went ahead, took that puppy inside and made a meal for the puppy, speaks a lot about how “human” you’re. Many many many thanks for that bhai (bhai means brother in hindi). ❣️🙌🏻🍻😇
@15:00 you can see a dog feeding on what looks like a rabbit. What a feast. Good show, man. I really digged this ride, I love the winter, only about 10 hours from Canada here. Always wanted to go. Be blessed.
Can’t believe I’m watching this on RUclips! This deserves to be seen on the big screen. All the wait for your winter content was truly worth it! Thanks Chad ✌️
i feel like this should be a show on discovery .. travel channel ... history channel.. insyead of the money pit.. pawn stars ... haunted America u get the picture
amen to these comments! why not?! it's effin great. btw, I can't imagine how you pee or take a dump during the long travel when you're still nowhere near a town or stop. serious question though.
Brought me to tears 😢 I lost my 27yr old daughter to terminal brain cancer last Thanksgiving 2022 and we used to dream of trips like these. Now I am raising her 4yr old daughter and well your adventure gave me something more than just admiration. ❤
Thanks for letting us follow along on this epic adventure. I was kind of hoping the puppy didn't have a home and you could keep it. It was sure fond of you.
Oops...OK, I guess it is "normal" to see a wandering dog meandering next to the Arctic!...Seems cruel to expose such a vulnerable creature to an environment like that...Good on Chad for caring about the doggie!...shame on me, for commenting before finishing the video!
I am glad you found that dog it's home, I almost thought it was homeless, and maybe you could take it with you. I found a 3 week old Long Haired Jack Russell pup in winter in Australia, 100km down a no thru road, dumped at the end of that road. I rode down there on my pushy, going for a 2 week remote trip, but after finding that pup, stayed a night in the tent there, turned around and brought him home. Went to the vet a day later, got some shot's for him, and puppy milk, and he has been with me for the last 6 years. Most loyal dog, I have ever had. Comes on all my trips, actually everywhere, we are never apart. He is my service dog now, so he can come everywhere with me.. He doesn't like being away from me and frets if he is. It's a good thing you did for that pup you maybe saved it's life, the way it ate that rice, he was bloody hungry, and cold. Thanks for doing that for him..
19:40 seeing that anti "Stuttgart 21" sticker cracked me up as someone who lives in central EU :D. The dog was so adorable and this lightshow was unbelievable. These winter work of arts are always your best ones.
Chad, This series is epic. I didn’t want it to end. It had extraordinary filmmaking, music, thoughtful narration, visuals of rare topography, and a cute dog. Props to a superior product.
Chad, this is seriously the best series I have watched in forever. Incredible journey. Hopefully I can follow it one day. Great camera work. Looking forward to what’s next.
Cheers Chad 🍻🌅Absolutely jaw dropping...epic filming and narrative...with heart. The pup may have belonged to someone else but it most certainly wanted to go home with you :(
This series was next Level! Gorgeous landscapes, gripping moments, the cut off wires at the Gastation. I watched all 3 of these with great pleasure. Thank you for sharing your epic journey.
2023.11.02: Thanks so much for this exhilarating adventure into the wild Arctic! Great video for sure & was especially glad to see a furry friend who came to greet you, he/she came to protect you. That is an immense honour! May you be blessed as you journey along! Cheers! 🥰🥰🦅🦅🦅🦅
That was so cute with the dog hiding behind you. He's so friendly. Wonder if her was freezing out there? (probably a dumb question) Glad you fed him, cant help myself I love dogs so much:)
Those dogs live outside in that stuff. I had a German shepherd Husky cross and -35c was a summers day to her. -40 to that dog...was chilly like a cooler fall day to you and I.
I had a Siberian husky growing up and we couldn't keep him inside when we went snow camping. We never got into the negative temps, but he would sleep outside in temps approaching near zero F. We freaked out one morning when we got out of our van in the morning and couldn't find him. A few seconds later he erupted from beneath the snow. He had been snowed over and had a little cocoon that kept him warm.
17:35 Good god that scene is overwhelming! A human being wrapped up in all kinds of clothes and equipment, while the grass is there, growing and standing its ground, so quiet. Kinda reminded me of when the Trieste touched the ground of the Mariana Trench down in the Pacific, some 12 kms beneath the surface... and then the crew saw a bunch of fish moving around. Life sure knows how to "adapt and overcome" 😳
Chad, legendary film making, taking us to the frozen north, absolutely breathtaking! The northern light display was stunning too. You have taken us to somewhere we would never go. Thank you!
Total respect to you. You are the sort of guy everyone would want 'in their corner'. The van was prepared very well but without you all this would never have happened. RESPECT
Absolutely magnificent. Amount of preparation, dedication, money, time and miles covered is out of this world! And to think that one man is responsible for all these amazing shots and this professional editing is mind-blowing. Congratulations Chad, on what's probably the best video series on RUclips.
I am a 50-year-old portuguese man, with a family life and a stable job, who dreams and hopes that one day (not too late) I will be able to live adventures more or less like yours. So, I thank you for keeping my dream and hope alive and living your adventures as a little bit of my owns. May the adventure continue in you. Best regards Pedro
Spectacular!! The recap at the beginning was so beautiful and the time lapse of the Northern lights & starry night was amazing! I secretly hoped that you would adopt the pup as it seemed to adopt you pretty fast! I shared to my FB, I love the videos you put out for all of us!
Chad, simply incredible. The cinematography, the details of your journey, the success of reaching your goal, and then the honest sincerity of sharing with us all how it touched you so very personally. Congratulations my friend and looking forward to following you on your continued adventures in the future!
Absolutely epic video series! Not sure if you remember me but I was on one of your live feeds. I was the guy who was recently diagnosed with myocarditis/congestive heart failure. I've always wanted to do this exact trip. I thought that was a pipe dream for me, especially with my recent diagnosis. This has inspired me to keep pushing to recover and have faith that I will recover from my illness so that I can make this trip for myself. I've set a goal for myself to get healthy and make this trip. Thank you for the inspiration.
I sincerely hope that you make a full recovery and that you receive the opportunity to make this trip, and also that you experience many other good experiences in your life after that!
The "trailer" for first and second episode is it indeed at a Holywood level, appreciate the great work you put into those clips and im looking forward for future ones
You know Chad back in June of 2020 i had caught covid... well my whole family did sending three of us to the hospital... long story short I was isolated in my room for 5 days after they let me go from the hospital and telling me good luck with over the counter medications... that's when I discovered LIVING THE VAN LIFE...I can go on and on with my boring story but I'm just gonna say Thank You so so much for your adventures... allowing me to experience what I may never get to adventure in my life... thank you brother... much love and KEEP ON TRUCKING 🤘🤘
Hi Chad - We are watching from New South Wales, Australia. What an awe inspiring 3 part adventure you have given us. We are blown away by the scenery and the harsh conditions that you travelled in. Your Sprinter Van is a credit to you in that you are able to travel and stay in the most unbelievably cold conditions but you are so warm and comfortable in your Sprinter cocoon!! Your commentary and drone footage is second to none. Congratulations on reaching the Arctic Ocean and the epic journey you completed to get there!! Cheers Julie & John.
Chad, you are awesome! You took us where I will never go or most people will never go! So appreciate your dedication, talent, kindness, caring and tenacity in the harshest weather I have ever seen! God bless you on your journey home. I will be praying for you all the way. Now, HOW ARE YOU GOING TO TOP THIS!
Congrats man. Awesome video series. That sitting on the ocean giving cheers to the old van made me tear up a bit lol. Safe travels and keep up the good work. I would have taken that dog with me myself. Way to cold. I know they are raised for that but he bonded with you. You could tell. Nobody does that lifestyle better than you. You should be proud. Thanks for all of your work just to entertain us. Cheers!
Dude, Totally loved the Artic series, loved this episode especially, from the start and right through the end. The choice of music and the scenery was amazing.
Mate, an exceptional adventure and a beautiful series of films. What an achievement. Well done and thanks for all the effort and work involved. I reckon someone is looking down on you and feeling really proud of you.
Great job man! That's one long haul. Lol I don't think I could it. I'd be too worried about my truck breaking down or something. That's LITERALLY out in the middle of no where.
Hey Chad all I can say is amazing incredible awesome never seen anything like it and the northern lights so beautiful thanks for taking us on this incredible adventure That dog was so sweet you sure had a new friend be careful be safe have fun and stay warm 🇺🇸♥️😊🙏✌️☮️🌍
Awesome series. This one - I would love to see more of the Aurora - maybe a bit slower for a longer viewing time. A video just of that would get a lot of views I bet. That was one of the prettiest nighttime skies I’ve ever seen. Loved the puppy! Poor thing, That was hard to see it all alone in the cold looking for shelter from such harsh conditions. Thank you for your kindness to him. Really, an awesome job on your videos. All of them. The last few years you’ve inspired us in ways that are too much to say here. I saw you in B’ham one day last summer (before you went south), we were next to you at a stop light in fairhaven. I wanted to wave at you but didn’t want to be “that” person. Plus I was stuffing my face with pizza while my husband drove. We plan to leave the area but if I see you around again before we leave I’m gonna holler at you to say hi! 😊 Take care and keep safe.
Chad! Spectacular series. Stunning. This is a virtual bucket list for me. I cannot thank you enough. I am not able to make this trip, but now,I have this great sense of completion. What a gift💗
Hi Chad I put your videos on my 70 inch 4k tv and it was spectacular like watching Game of Thrones all your video’s are breathtaking. Wishing you all the best in your journey and having a great time in the Arctic Circle Adventure.
Amazing trip! The scenery is beautiful and the northern light show was breathtaking! That van is a champ and appears to be a good investment. Thanks for taking us among. FYI, I would have taken the pup home. ☺️. By the way, movie quality - you got mad skills.
You know...Something intrinsically told me to wait on commenting about that beautiful dog because your lovely soul would take care of it...God Bless you Chad and all that you do with giving those of us peace and tranquility with your Living The Van Life Journeys and keeping the beauty of untouched nature alive and well... 💒🙌🏽💙😊
She was a sweetheart , wasn't she?! But it was good that her people came to her rescue and that she stayed in her arctic elements where, as a husky, she belongs. Thanks for the kind words, nice to have you along for the adventures, Julia-
Amazing job of filming and instruction. You really have a special talent of telling a story and making it a real adventure. Great planning and execution to be proud of for a lifetime!!!!
Unbelievable thing you did it, I am so proud of you, because you did it, simple you did it, congratulations for your challenge and for your value and for let us know what kind of man you are, thank you very much. Jesse please accept my recognition and continue surprising the world. Jesse
I’m glad the dog was returned to the owner. Nobody would survive for long without a shelter in that condition. Have a nice and safe trip back Chad. That was an awesome journey.
i found this channel about 2 years ago. since that day i almost watched every single video, watched twice some of them and it was growing inside me, the flame of adventures of travelling and challenging to life it self. and tbh i owe it to you chad. i've never been more brave and never been more afraid. i am fighting against myself and its the greatest opponent i've ever seen. but im not gonna give up, i'll push through it and become the best of myself. just like you sir. take care all my kind regards.
This channel is AMAZING! I hope that the RUclips ad revenue is enough to cover and pay for all the hard work that is put into making these inspiring videos and more.🙏
Sir it was really a great pleasure watching your artic adventure one felt if one is sitting next to you and enjoying the epic and wonderful journey thankyou for this and wishing you all the best on future adventures
Chad, your intro was amazing, as was expected! Sorry for the loss of your dad. It's evident he had a great impact on your life and mind-set. It's really neat to see you pay homage to his life in your videos. I'm quite sure he's with you and proud of who you become. Thanks again for everything, brother!
Just came across your channel, have to say, the scenery was brilliant, That little puppy was lovely, The way they get used to living in them harsh conditions, Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪
What a series, outstanding achievement, many congratulations. Your camera work is incredible, we're immersed in the journey with you, albeit in the comfort of our own homes. Sending love & appreciation from Scotland. Take it easy Chad, look forward to the next adventure.
YOU ARE INDEED A VERY BRAVE MAN‼️ THAT JOURNEY IS VERY TREACHEROUS AND NOBODY IS SURE IF ONE CAN GO BACK HOME OR NOT. CHEERS AND MAY GOD BLESS & KEEP U SAFE ON ALL YOUR UPCOMING TRIPS 🙏🏼🌈
Wow - you just keep amazing us Chad!! We’ll probably not ever be able to do some of your awesome trips - but your photography, videos and music make us feel like we’re there with you. Keep on truck’n you are the s… 👍🤟
So happy you made your mountain. You’re really the coolest person (no pun intended)! Seeing the Artic Ocean sign and the frozen ocean was incredible!! The pup, so sweet! The man from the village was awesome to listen to. We are all so blessed to witness this journey!
Huge fan of the channel. I only just started watching you yesterday. but you're living my dream I'm 19 and doing van life. I only have a mini van for now but I built a bed frame and drawers and all that. I think the coolest part is I can decide on everything. where do I wanna sleep, where do I feel like traveling to today. Should stay local or leave the state. It's so awesome living freely. no rules, no commitments no one to tell you not to do something. I think after 18 years of living with a curfew, keeping up with chores, having to do everything other people say. it's nice that I can I be where the hell I want for however the hell long I want.
I applaud your achievement well done to you! What a machine the van is! Cannot imagine the cold sitting here in a relatively warm UK! Look forward to what comes next! 😎🥶
I didn't want this to end...........it's Sunday night, as I wake up tomorrow, like most of us, it's back to work. Someday......this. Thanks for an awesome series and Monday motivation
You’re not a RUclipsr. You’re a film maker. The intro was just extraordinary.
I had goose bumps lol
Like a director, cinematographer.
Oliver Stone, Marty Scorsese, That Chad guy, Stanley Kubrick...
yes it was!!!! wow
I could not agree more. Incredible!
excuse me but I never commented about the quality of the editing or the video other than that it was nice work
The photography is outstanding! This series should get an award.
Yessss
Agreed
Абсолютно!
I concur🏆🏆🏆
Chad, a year ago last July, at 72 years old, I fell down a flight of stairs and broke my neck. I am now living in a wheelchair. I had hopes of traveling around the country to see some of the USA. I am lost for words at this moment in time. You are truly the best at what you do. Your video skills are first class and your music is soothing to my soul. I am living that van life thru you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Wish I could meet you to thank you face to face. Tom Guertin
Hey, man. I'm older than you and I'm really glad that you found this channel to enjoy. Carry on, my friend.
The amount of gas money/hours spent/filming and dedication that was put in to this series 🙌🏽 your the Nims Dai of van lifers Chad, thanks for sharing!
I’m going to use the word that gets thrown around way way way way way too often the last couple of years….
FN EPIC.
(Ok two words lol)
It would be so interesting, from a social/psychological aspect, to try to understand why anyone would want to live in such a divorced, hostile and remote situation...other than the tribal reality...who would really want to live that way?
Yeah took him 2 months to post it
Hope he makes a trip to the final frontier Alaska during the summer.
Agreed
To think that a guy in a van and a couple of cameras can make this incredible content and make billion dollar entertainment companies look like amateurs. Its just great…. Thanks Chad! Absolutely epic journey!
I'm sure the Hollywood types must really dislike this....
@@theadventurebiker they're too used to their priviledged mansions they'd never survive in an environment like this
@@jebaited9612 Yes. Indeed. But that's not at all what I meant. In response to @Boontjes original comment I was referring to the Hollywood production executives etc in the TV & movie industry that produce multi million dollar productions and operate multi billion dollar production companies. I was referring to how they must really hate how one man in a van with a couple of consumer cameras and a drone can all by himself make the same (and arguably better) content that takes them months (or years), millions of dollars, and a production staff consisting of hundreds of people. They must feel really threatened how he can do this with such high production quality AND get it seen by hundreds of thousands or people with no marketing at all. That must really burn them up.
@@jebaited9612 , You are absolutely right. The Hollywood people would never survive in this type of setting. Nor would they make the trip Chad has made.
To make videography look so easy during a sunny day is one thing. To make it look like a crew is following you through search rough terrain is a step above. Truly talent
Not being able to sit around a campfire gave you time to focus on the finer details. Brother, this will be an award winning video. Way better than National Geographic. I can tell you after being a US Army Firefighter stationed for 4 years up at Ft. Wainwright in Alaska, that you will never forget your time there. You will look back with fondness knowing that you accomplished something few ever get a chance to do. Glad to see you had the chance to view the Norther Lights too. A toast to you brother. Cheers!
I really didn't think it was epic at all I think camping was Steve's camping in a roundabout video was better than this
I did this exact trip 32 years ago in a Ford diesel van, and stopped at most of the same places you showed in this video, thank you for the great memories, what a great video!!
I DID IT ON MY HARLEY LAST FALL AND IT TOOK ME 8 DAYS ,,,ONLY PROBLEM I HAD WAS THOSE BAD MONGOLIANS BEGGING FOR FOOD
Damnnnnn😶😶
Wts ua channel name?
Sorry, no RUclips channel, there was no RUclips 32 years ago
Thanks! I always had that adventurous spirit. That was one of many adventures in my life…
Absolutely unreal footage and journey, great effort my guy.
To be perfectly honest, every ounce of hardship was all made worth it by the greeting of that adorable pupper
She was a kick for sure! Thanks for watching!
Your amazing bro kick ass video 📹
Not sure if RUclips has anything equivalent to the Academy Awards but I nominate this Arctic series you put out (not to take away from your other excellent videos, but this one raised the bar). Just incredible. Loved the pup, too!
Outstanding series. Definetively an inspiration. Keep the wood work man!
Makes me feel a special admiration for the people who built those roads. It’s hard enough to stand outside for a couple of minutes, imagine working out there for months.
Luis Sabathie edited their post which claimed driving a van in those conditions is like climbing a mountain - I in no way disparaged people who work there.
@@JK_Clark Yeah I’m sure you have plenty of experience of doing that in the Artic Circle?
@@JK_Clark He says with his cheetoh fingers hiding behind a keyboard
@@coffeebeans7912 Luis Sabathie edited their post which claimed driving a van in those conditions is like climbing a mountain - I in no way disparaged people who work there.
@@JK_Clark What!?! I edited what?!? Yours says edited, not mine. Who knows what you originally wrote, garnered you some criticism and are now trying to gaslight into a false narrative. Shameful.
Father of three daughters, married for 20 years to the same women, I truly appreciate you sharing a different side of living. I wouldn’t change what I have, but I’m so glad to share in what you do. Thanks for all you do! Purchasing my lvtl gear. Keep going!
Well put, same here. 👍🏻
Marriage is the biggest trap for men, Unfortunately
@@akalankalokubogahawatta, if you've chosen wisely NO..... and that goes for women as well.
@@texasgirl6000 marriage is a biggest lottery for women
@@texasgirl6000 along comes the woman to say so, lol. quite telling, really.
Seeing your Timelapse of the northern lights make me realize what a small place we are in this universe but what a place of beauty it is.
The Northern Lights are beautiful.
I did that exact same trip from WA state to Tuk 17 years ago as a solo female from Africa in a VW hippie van but not in winter, rather just after the first frost on the Dempster Hwy. The colours of the trees and tundra turning were breathless and I took a month going up and returning via Alaska. In those days had to fly to Tuk from Inuvik. Remember eating whale blubber. One of the most beautiful trips I have ever done. Being from Africa, dont really fancy such cold, but can appreciate experiencing the beauty of winter from your video. PS. I swam in the Arctic Ocean where you camped!
Ek het met 'n Toyota Camry karretjie van Bloemfontein na Stellenbosch gery waar daar robots en roundies was.
Amazing 👌👌👌👌
I dont know if youtube has awards, but seriously, this series is so amazing it should receive one. Never a bad moment watching your videos, ever. Once again, Thank you Chad for doing this. You have not seen a van life video until you have seen a LTVL video.
I agree
I second…This series is definitely award winning!
Thanks Chad for taking us along with you to summit your mountains. It is a privilege to be able to share these mountain top moments with you. Salute!
Absolutely award winning material. Thrilling even.
Your vids are filmed and edited how you'd expect to see something made by Discovery or the the BBC, it's amazing ✌️🇬🇧
Amazing video really good film ı love you bro everytime good product 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️🙏🏻
@Carlos B Goode 🙄
Congratulations on making it to the Arctic Ocean. The work you put into these videos is totally amazing. Please stay safe. You are my go to watch of excellent content.
That poor dog, he must be freezing. Maybe he wants to go home with you
WTF are vids?
That gesture of yours when you went ahead, took that puppy inside and made a meal for the puppy, speaks a lot about how “human” you’re.
Many many many thanks for that bhai (bhai means brother in hindi). ❣️🙌🏻🍻😇
@15:00 you can see a dog feeding on what looks like a rabbit. What a feast. Good show, man. I really digged this ride, I love the winter, only about 10 hours from Canada here. Always wanted to go. Be blessed.
These have been three of the most fulfilling videos I've ever seen on RUclips. Thank you for bringing us all along on this amazing adventure.
Can’t believe I’m watching this on RUclips! This deserves to be seen on the big screen. All the wait for your winter content was truly worth it! Thanks Chad ✌️
That's why I binge-watched the entire series on a 55" 4K TV. 👍
i feel like this should be a show on discovery .. travel channel ... history channel.. insyead of the money pit.. pawn stars ... haunted America u get the picture
amen to these comments! why not?! it's effin great. btw, I can't imagine how you pee or take a dump during the long travel when you're still nowhere near a town or stop. serious question though.
Ikr.. it 4:33am my but should be sleep. But I couldn’t turn it off, this was amazing and breathtaking to say the less. Thanks for the journey 💋
You are my Hero Bro 😎
You make all the BS I’ve been through in my life seem like nothing
The quality of that trailer literally had me speechless. The quality surpasses National Geographic. Kudos to you and can’t wait for more content!
It's unbelievable how the results is outstanding 😳
I literally had tears in my eye when you talked about the mountains that we all climb! you’re a true inspiration to so many of us! Thank you❤️
Brought me to tears 😢 I lost my 27yr old daughter to terminal brain cancer last Thanksgiving 2022 and we used to dream of trips like these. Now I am raising her 4yr old daughter and well your adventure gave me something more than just admiration. ❤
Thanks for letting us follow along on this epic adventure. I was kind of hoping the puppy didn't have a home and you could keep it. It was sure fond of you.
Oops...OK, I guess it is "normal" to see a wandering dog meandering next to the Arctic!...Seems cruel to expose such a vulnerable creature to an environment like that...Good on Chad for caring about the doggie!...shame on me, for commenting before finishing the video!
You and me both! 🐶 She certainly looked like she was a big fan 💕
Chad you're one brave, fearless and gutsy person. Congratulations on your achievement and always be safe on your adventures.
I am glad you found that dog it's home, I almost thought it was homeless, and maybe you could take it with you. I found a 3 week old Long Haired Jack Russell pup in winter in Australia, 100km down a no thru road, dumped at the end of that road. I rode down there on my pushy, going for a 2 week remote trip, but after finding that pup, stayed a night in the tent there, turned around and brought him home. Went to the vet a day later, got some shot's for him, and puppy milk, and he has been with me for the last 6 years. Most loyal dog, I have ever had. Comes on all my trips, actually everywhere, we are never apart. He is my service dog now, so he can come everywhere with me.. He doesn't like being away from me and frets if he is. It's a good thing you did for that pup you maybe saved it's life, the way it ate that rice, he was bloody hungry, and cold. Thanks for doing that for him..
19:40 seeing that anti "Stuttgart 21" sticker cracked me up as someone who lives in central EU :D.
The dog was so adorable and this lightshow was unbelievable. These winter work of arts are always your best ones.
Chad, This series is epic. I didn’t want it to end. It had extraordinary filmmaking, music, thoughtful narration, visuals of rare topography, and a cute dog. Props to a superior product.
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of this journey. It’s so beautiful!
Chad, this is seriously the best series I have watched in forever. Incredible journey. Hopefully I can follow it one day. Great camera work. Looking forward to what’s next.
Definitely better than anything on netflix this was an amazing series for sure
Cheers Chad 🍻🌅Absolutely jaw dropping...epic filming and narrative...with heart.
The pup may have belonged to someone else but it most certainly wanted to go home with you :(
Truly amazing, that dog is so cute and well done for giving it food and shelter 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
This series was next Level! Gorgeous landscapes, gripping moments, the cut off wires at the Gastation.
I watched all 3 of these with great pleasure. Thank you for sharing your epic journey.
I love that upon reaching the arctic ocean, you -- and I'll now assume everyone -- are congratulated by a friendly dog.
One of the best Part of this Movie :D
You know what kind of dog it was?
@@kwsrchoudhury Malamut or Husky i think
2023.11.02: Thanks so much for this exhilarating adventure into the wild Arctic! Great video for sure & was especially glad to see a furry friend who came to greet you, he/she came to protect you. That is an immense honour! May you be blessed as you journey along! Cheers! 🥰🥰🦅🦅🦅🦅
That was so cute with the dog hiding behind you. He's so friendly. Wonder if her was freezing out there? (probably a dumb question) Glad you fed him, cant help myself I love dogs so much:)
Those dogs live outside in that stuff. I had a German shepherd Husky cross and -35c was a summers day to her. -40 to that dog...was chilly like a cooler fall day to you and I.
I had a Siberian husky growing up and we couldn't keep him inside when we went snow camping. We never got into the negative temps, but he would sleep outside in temps approaching near zero F. We freaked out one morning when we got out of our van in the morning and couldn't find him. A few seconds later he erupted from beneath the snow. He had been snowed over and had a little cocoon that kept him warm.
I kept saying “Bring the puppy inside!” Even though l know sled dogs live outside l still felt sorry for him.
17:35 Good god that scene is overwhelming! A human being wrapped up in all kinds of clothes and equipment, while the grass is there, growing and standing its ground, so quiet. Kinda reminded me of when the Trieste touched the ground of the Mariana Trench down in the Pacific, some 12 kms beneath the surface... and then the crew saw a bunch of fish moving around. Life sure knows how to "adapt and overcome" 😳
Брат, уважение тебе за то, что собаку накормил и согрел. Человек с большим сердцем ❤️👍
Chad, legendary film making, taking us to the frozen north, absolutely breathtaking! The northern light display was stunning too. You have taken us to somewhere we would never go. Thank you!
Marvelous three part documentary Chad, beautifully directed, shot, and produced. You’re a true filmmaker my friend, peace out.
Agreed . Authentic and Top notch .a
Total respect to you. You are the sort of guy everyone would want 'in their corner'. The van was prepared very well but without you all this would never have happened. RESPECT
It's so cool how the wind blows that top snow on the Arctic Ocean and it looks live waves. Absolutely Beautiful!
Yes it's different kind of spectator sport in a fan for life.
Absolutely magnificent. Amount of preparation, dedication, money, time and miles covered is out of this world! And to think that one man is responsible for all these amazing shots and this professional editing is mind-blowing. Congratulations Chad, on what's probably the best video series on RUclips.
The fact that this type of content is free is mind boggling
Loved this series. The best content on RUclips from out of all the "Van Life" channels.
Smashes button, then watch! Utterly incredible the amount of work this takes, you're so talented.
I am a 50-year-old portuguese man, with a family life and a stable job, who dreams and hopes that one day (not too late) I will be able to live adventures more or less like yours. So, I thank you for keeping my dream and hope alive and living your adventures as a little bit of my owns.
May the adventure continue in you.
Best regards
Pedro
Hey, Pedro! Thanks so much for watching and your support- Glad to have you along for the adventure- Cheers!
Spectacular!! The recap at the beginning was so beautiful and the time lapse of the Northern lights & starry night was amazing! I secretly hoped that you would adopt the pup as it seemed to adopt you pretty fast! I shared to my FB, I love the videos you put out for all of us!
Chad, simply incredible. The cinematography, the details of your journey, the success of reaching your goal, and then the honest sincerity of sharing with us all how it touched you so very personally. Congratulations my friend and looking forward to following you on your continued adventures in the future!
Wonderful presentation of this fascinating land. Thanks for being kind to this little Husky puppy, she looks so adorable n vulnerable. Stay healthy.
Absolutely epic video series! Not sure if you remember me but I was on one of your live feeds. I was the guy who was recently diagnosed with myocarditis/congestive heart failure. I've always wanted to do this exact trip. I thought that was a pipe dream for me, especially with my recent diagnosis. This has inspired me to keep pushing to recover and have faith that I will recover from my illness so that I can make this trip for myself. I've set a goal for myself to get healthy and make this trip. Thank you for the inspiration.
I sincerely hope that you make a full recovery and that you receive the opportunity to make this trip, and also that you experience many other good experiences in your life after that!
I hope you make a speedy recovery to be able to do this trip. 🙏
The "trailer" for first and second episode is it indeed at a Holywood level, appreciate the great work you put into those clips and im looking forward for future ones
You know Chad back in June of 2020 i had caught covid... well my whole family did sending three of us to the hospital... long story short I was isolated in my room for 5 days after they let me go from the hospital and telling me good luck with over the counter medications... that's when I discovered LIVING THE VAN LIFE...I can go on and on with my boring story but I'm just gonna say Thank You so so much for your adventures... allowing me to experience what I may never get to adventure in my life... thank you brother... much love and KEEP ON TRUCKING 🤘🤘
Amazing series with incredible cinematography. Even the soundtrack enhanced the experience. Thanks for letting us tag along!
Hi Chad - We are watching from New South Wales, Australia. What an awe inspiring 3 part adventure you have given us. We are blown away by the scenery and the harsh conditions that you travelled in. Your Sprinter Van is a credit to you in that you are able to travel and stay in the most unbelievably cold conditions but you are so warm and comfortable in your Sprinter cocoon!! Your commentary and drone footage is second to none. Congratulations on reaching the Arctic Ocean and the epic journey you completed to get there!! Cheers Julie & John.
Chad, you are awesome! You took us where I will never go or most people will never go! So appreciate your dedication, talent, kindness, caring and tenacity in the harshest weather I have ever seen! God bless you on your journey home. I will be praying for you all the way. Now, HOW ARE YOU GOING TO TOP THIS!
Hello 👋 how are you doing?
Chad, on your way home from Artic, wish you shoot compilation these 3 parts 🥰
One brave van lifer. Hats off to you sir!
Congrats man. Awesome video series. That sitting on the ocean giving cheers to the old van made me tear up a bit lol. Safe travels and keep up the good work. I would have taken that dog with me myself. Way to cold. I know they are raised for that but he bonded with you. You could tell. Nobody does that lifestyle better than you. You should be proud. Thanks for all of your work just to entertain us. Cheers!
I salute your courage, passion and dedication!!! You're inspirational!
Dude, Totally loved the Artic series, loved this episode especially, from the start and right through the end. The choice of music and the scenery was amazing.
Mate, an exceptional adventure and a beautiful series of films. What an achievement. Well done and thanks for all the effort and work involved. I reckon someone is looking down on you and feeling really proud of you.
Great job man! That's one long haul. Lol I don't think I could it. I'd be too worried about my truck breaking down or something. That's LITERALLY out in the middle of no where.
Hey Chad all I can say is amazing incredible awesome never seen anything like it and the northern lights so beautiful thanks for taking us on this incredible adventure That dog was so sweet you sure had a new friend be careful be safe have fun and stay warm 🇺🇸♥️😊🙏✌️☮️🌍
Awesome series. This one - I would love to see more of the Aurora - maybe a bit slower for a longer viewing time. A video just of that would get a lot of views I bet. That was one of the prettiest nighttime skies I’ve ever seen. Loved the puppy! Poor thing, That was hard to see it all alone in the cold looking for shelter from such harsh conditions. Thank you for your kindness to him.
Really, an awesome job on your videos. All of them.
The last few years you’ve inspired us in ways that are too much to say here.
I saw you in B’ham one day last summer (before you went south), we were next to you at a stop light in fairhaven. I wanted to wave at you but didn’t want to be “that” person. Plus I was stuffing my face with pizza while my husband drove. We plan to leave the area but if I see you around again before we leave I’m gonna holler at you to say hi! 😊
Take care and keep safe.
Should be on Netflix, plain and simple! Best content seen in years.
Watching in Scotland, and found this to be one of thee best things I have ever watched on RUclips... Top quality content and filming 👏👏👏👏👏
This series is definitely inspiring, took me to a different space even being locked in the WFH structure. Thanks and keep rocking - miles to go
For someone who is disabled and can't travel I thank you for letting me see this through your camera. Thank you and safe travels
Chad! Spectacular series. Stunning. This is a virtual bucket list for me. I cannot thank you enough. I am not able to make this trip, but now,I have this great sense of completion. What a gift💗
Hi Chad I put your videos on my 70 inch 4k tv and it was spectacular like watching Game of Thrones all your video’s are breathtaking. Wishing you all the best in your journey and having a great time in the Arctic Circle Adventure.
I did the same thing and engaged the sound bar
@@adventureswithgnomie6553 samesies here too
You are a cut above!!! Absolutely fearless! The wind and ice is so frigid yet absolutely majestic!!! ❤
By far the best content I've seen on youtube in quite a while. I'll be honest, I really hoped you would get the dog to come with you :(
Amazing trip! The scenery is beautiful and the northern light show was breathtaking! That van is a champ and appears to be a good investment. Thanks for taking us among. FYI, I would have taken the pup home. ☺️. By the way, movie quality - you got mad skills.
You know...Something intrinsically told me to wait on commenting about that beautiful dog because your lovely soul would take care of it...God Bless you Chad and all that you do with giving those of us peace and tranquility with your Living The Van Life Journeys and keeping the beauty of untouched nature alive and well... 💒🙌🏽💙😊
She was a sweetheart , wasn't she?! But it was good that her people came to her rescue and that she stayed in her arctic elements where, as a husky, she belongs. Thanks for the kind words, nice to have you along for the adventures, Julia-
Amazing job of filming and instruction. You really have a special talent of telling a story and making it a real adventure. Great planning and execution to be proud of for a lifetime!!!!
Chad, you are a phenomenal filmmaker. You really pushed your limits as you always say.
Thank you for taking us to this amazing journey.
Unbelievable thing you did it, I am so proud of you, because you did it, simple you did it, congratulations for your challenge and for your value and for let us know what kind of man you are, thank you very much. Jesse please accept my recognition and continue surprising the world. Jesse
The Arctic and Antarctic are such amazing parts of the world. It was a pleasure to watch this adventure.
I enjoyed the whole trip, glad pup found his owner, can't wait for your safe return & next adventure ❤
I think the owner really sucks!...How could trhe owner be so irresponsible. given the conditions?
I’m glad the dog was returned to the owner. Nobody would survive for long without a shelter in that condition. Have a nice and safe trip back Chad. That was an awesome journey.
Sorry Chad.This one almost made me cry well well Done from the vanagen to your new van to the top of the world. great job.💥 😢🤗🖒
i found this channel about 2 years ago. since that day i almost watched every single video, watched twice some of them and it was growing inside me, the flame of adventures of travelling and challenging to life it self. and tbh i owe it to you chad. i've never been more brave and never been more afraid. i am fighting against myself and its the greatest opponent i've ever seen. but im not gonna give up, i'll push through it and become the best of myself. just like you sir. take care all my kind regards.
This channel is AMAZING! I hope that the RUclips ad revenue is enough to cover and pay for all the hard work that is put into making these inspiring videos and more.🙏
Sir it was really a great pleasure watching your artic adventure one felt if one is sitting next to you and enjoying the epic and wonderful journey thankyou for this and wishing you all the best on future adventures
Thank you, Riaz Khan. Nice to have you onboard! Cheers!
Epic achievement Chad.well done on brilliant journey.Beautiful scenery as well.Tne van really performed well.
Chad, your intro was amazing, as was expected! Sorry for the loss of your dad. It's evident he had a great impact on your life and mind-set. It's really neat to see you pay homage to his life in your videos. I'm quite sure he's with you and proud of who you become. Thanks again for everything, brother!
Just came across your channel, have to say, the scenery was brilliant,
That little puppy was lovely,
The way they get used to living in them harsh conditions, Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪
What a series, outstanding achievement, many congratulations. Your camera work is incredible, we're immersed in the journey with you, albeit in the comfort of our own homes. Sending love & appreciation from Scotland. Take it easy Chad, look forward to the next adventure.
This was an epic adventure and congratulations on making it to the top of your mountain. Your dad would be proud of you Chad. Cheers.
YOU ARE INDEED A VERY BRAVE MAN‼️ THAT JOURNEY IS VERY TREACHEROUS AND NOBODY IS SURE IF ONE CAN GO BACK HOME OR NOT. CHEERS AND MAY GOD BLESS & KEEP U SAFE ON ALL YOUR UPCOMING TRIPS 🙏🏼🌈
Wow - you just keep amazing us Chad!! We’ll probably not ever be able to do some of your awesome trips - but your photography, videos and music make us feel like we’re there with you. Keep on truck’n
you are the s… 👍🤟
So happy you made your mountain. You’re really the coolest person (no pun intended)! Seeing the Artic Ocean sign and the frozen ocean was incredible!! The pup, so sweet! The man from the village was awesome to listen to. We are all so blessed to witness this journey!
Huge fan of the channel. I only just started watching you yesterday. but you're living my dream I'm 19 and doing van life. I only have a mini van for now but I built a bed frame and drawers and all that. I think the coolest part is I can decide on everything. where do I wanna sleep, where do I feel like traveling to today. Should stay local or leave the state. It's so awesome living freely. no rules, no commitments no one to tell you not to do something. I think after 18 years of living with a curfew, keeping up with chores, having to do everything other people say. it's nice that I can I be where the hell I want for however the hell long I want.
Of course someone this awesome is going to live in Bellingham WA. A truly special place. Thanks for the epic content Chad.
I applaud your achievement well done to you! What a machine the van is! Cannot imagine the cold sitting here in a relatively warm UK! Look forward to what comes next! 😎🥶
I didn't want this to end...........it's Sunday night, as I wake up tomorrow, like most of us, it's back to work. Someday......this. Thanks for an awesome series and Monday motivation
Thank you, Scott- Cheers!
It's been fun watching your growth on this channel. Your film making and editing is some of the best on the net. Congrats.
film? there is no film anywhere.
@@Capecodham Okay... Mr picky... "video"
Loved this series! Fantastic achievement getting to the Arctic Ocean in winter! Many thanks for creating the video.