I don't feel like you ever really lied. It was pretty obvious you lived a regular non vanlife life with family, girlfriend, etc. We love the Vanlife videos, but we watch because of you. You're genuine, and fun to watch. I think most of us found your channel because of the Van, but stayed because of you. Keep doing what you do, we will continue following along on all your adventures.
Way to go Ryan! Living your life the way you need to is awesome. My husband and I enjoy your channel. We always watch together and imagine what it would be like to travel like you do. We also cook more since watching your channel. 😊
Writing in from England here. Ive never been one to watch you tubers and enjoy their content until i found your channel. You not only make interesting and educational videos but you also inspire me to expand my pallet and try new recipes. I really like seeing the landscapes you encounter and the roads you travel down, its a dream of mine to someday live in a van and explore new places. This has been said before but i don't think you ever lied about anything. You're a young man figuring yourself out and experiencing new adventures with a supportive girlfriend. I think you've had an excellent run - 2 YEARS! No-one blames or hates you for wanting to switch things up lol. No matter what you do or how you do them, your fans will watch and support you along the way because you're a cool, down to earth and interesting guy. Thank you for your videos and good luck with the van build. Can't wait to watch you embark on this new chapter!
Ryan, Thanks for the vulnerability. I think many (if not all) of your subscribers support you 100%. I try to mentor people in my life and I always encourage them to find ways to better their lives and go to the next level, whatever that looks like. Don't know you, but proud of you. Good job, dude!
thing is, RUclipsrs these days THINK and CONVINCE themselves that we, the audience, NEED their content, that they NEED to push themselves to make videos. we the audience DO NOT CARE about any of that. we want genuine, original content. we don't want pointless every day vlogs, we want substance and a purpose. we don't wanna hear "if you haven't subscribed yet" blah blah blah, we know how RUclips works and if WE deem that you're deserving of such things, we will do them. this is the problem with RUclips right now, its a cash/money grab and every ''content creator'' who never made videos before in their life are all of a sudden becoming you tubers lololzzz.
I just stumbled across ur channel yesterday and have been binge watching ur content. Even from the first video I watched I got the vibe u did have a life outside of ur van. Do I feel lied to or cheated by this….absolutely NOT. It’s amazing that u share ur adventures and we get to be along for it all. This isn’t something u “owe” anyone, u have chosen to share ur journey. At the end of the day, this is ur life and u have to be true and authentic to urself and the people u love. Don’t ever apologize for doing what is best for u and ur loved ones. I am so excited for u and ur new path. If u choose to share this new path I think u will find most of us will still be on this ride with u. Thk u ❤
Dude you have literally given your fans a lot. I couldn’t imagine not being able to see loved ones more often! Do what you gotta do I will still be following! All love my guy!
Bro I started watching your videos at 2am in bed when I couldn’t sleep. Then it became day to day thing. Love your journey and your videos. It’s okay to envolved, life changes!
It was never only about ur roadtrips for me. You are so genuine and down to earth guy Ryan! Congrats on the house! :D Looking forward to build series of new van!
Man you do you! Having a home base is nice and provides stability for sure! You haven't lied to us you're just living your life. I look forward to see the new adventures and the next build
I look at this as another chapter of the channel in a good way, definitely have to do a full series of the new build. Congrats on all the success Ryan!
Ryan, I heard from you that you are 26 yr old.. and after watching your videos you have been inspiring on many aspects. And honestly your this video makes so much sense that touches on reality aspect of your life as youtuber, because it's not at all easy as it seems to be the amount of hardwork that goes from planning, to shoot, to edit and to upload that too on the go and other challenges that might come on the road! it's wonderful that you are considering stability aspects of your life! Your people would be so proud of you. You are giving an outlook to the people who gets lost in success, it's important to be grounded and value your people equally!! Keep going ... Wish you the best! It's your channel you can drive it the way you want it to be, people are your fan because of your kindness, authenticity and your originality!! I sure you will find your way!!!
Ryan, we aren’t going anywhere! Wherever you go, we are happy. The most important thing of this channel, is you. I feel honoured that you put it out for us to come along.
I think all of us viewers should be so happy to hear this wonderful news; having a comfortable home base means more adventures in the van for us in the long term 😁!!
Bro you already went on the gnarliest road trip possible in the U.S.. literally drove everywhere and back. You built your audience, we will watch whatever you post.
We watch you for YOU Ryan. Your personality is amazing and the style of content is awesome. Whatever you film next we're gonna be here for you. At least I know I am. And I'm looking forward to the new content, it's good to switch up things from time to time!
Thank you! Your series offers such an amazing experience for those who want to travel but can't for many different reasons. Your narration, video skills and charisma hooked me to continue on to your next video. And you cook great meals too! Your transition to a landing spot and stability is expected and you can still do what you love to do. You will still have the following, I know it! It's a win, win and you will be happier! Your honesty is appreciated, I will be staying tuned!
Thank you for sharing your inspiring van life journey. Your authenticity and honesty have created a wonderful community and we're excited to see where your next chapter takes you. We'll stick around no matter what changes you make to your content. Thanks for all that you do!
You are such a genuine guy. That’s a big reason why we are fans. You have to do what you have to do for yourself and your loved ones. Also, I use to live down that way. Oceanside, CA, then, Menifee, CA. It’s heaven down there. Wishing you all the best. There’s tons of cool stuff in that area to share. ❤
Full time or part time? Totally your choice; just keep on making videos! Your content is interesting, fun, often educational and a whole lot of us just enjoy living vicariously through you!
Always love checking out literally anything you produce, and will be a fan til the very end. I think it would be awesome to see you go down to the southernmost tip of Texas in the gulf, as I haven't even done that as a native Texan. Your trip to Texas was very enjoyable to watch as you visited places I've never seen in my home state! I remember you mentioning that your previous gov't job was on the F35 program, and as an employee in the F35 program myself, I just HAD to point out (in the most respectful way possible) that your first draft blueprints of the tiny truck build that your L/H and R/H views are actually backwards, unless I'm seeing it wrong I suppose! Much love to you and yours!
Ryan, I watch your videos because of YOU, period. Yes, the van life drew me in at first, then your crazy adventures but it was YOU all along that kept me watching. If you want to build bird houses, I'm still in! Do you!
Perfectly said!!!! I’m here for it!!!! Ryan you didn’t have to tell us about your new place but you did and I appreciate the honesty!!!! You’re an awesome dude!!!!
Your life as human and your relationship with your girlfriend, family, and friends is worth way more than a life as a content creator. Always prioritize that above all else. People who watch your content come and go, but those you hold close will be there forever.
You're spot on, life is far too short and you HAVE to make the most of what you have but also spend as much time as you can with loved ones, they won't be around forever.
You can't be a nomad and have a 'normal' life. Abandoning friends and family for months at a time will strain those relationships...other people won't put their own life on hold while you are gone. You have to decide what is best for YOU. Living for clicks is no way to live.
Ryan... you and your videos.. whether on the road, cooking, in a different country and even when you went camping with your girlfriend and your friends (in his backyard heated tent)... all are fun to watch and I, for one, do not begrudge you having yourself a home base at which to land, relax and enjoy your non-travel, non-RUclips work days. You deserve it! For the past year and a half I've looked forward to watching and virtually sharing in your adventures, and I have no plans to stop just because you might change it up a bit. And... I really do like your inventiveness and adventurous cooking! I might even have gone and purchased several of the spices and food products based on your recommendation. Keep the videos coming and I will definitely keep watching!
Man, you out here talking like this isn’t a cooking youtube channel. I’ve been making some of the meals you make as a way to challenge myself cooking to move away from ordering food or just making plain-boring recipes. You’re a renaissance man, talking about history, giving cooking lessons. Do you as you do man, always here for it.
I’m supporting you for you, not just for the van. I’m glad you’re working toward what’s best for you and everyone around you. I’m excited for whatever is next for you
no need to apologize in any way. You're smart enough to see that things in the channel might get stale and everybody wants to see what you "cook up" next? where to go next? Ruby Mountains , Elko county Nev. And throw in Great Basin Nat Park in E. Nevada which is not far away.
ROCK ON RYAN!!!👍 Your videos enable your viewers to explore the world with you and experience things that some of us wouldn't be able to. You're young enough and able to do what you're doing so why not. Obviously you have people who support you and love you to allow you to stretch your wings.
Good for you Ryan! You give so many of us a bit of happiness every time we watch your adventures unfolding. I’m thrilled you’re doing something that lets you have the connections that will give you happiness.
Seeing how much you've evolved since you started, it only makes sense for you to continue to evolve into your next chapter. Without speaking for everyone, I am excited for what's next and your continued growth, both professionally and personally.
I don’t think you lied. It was pretty clear that your Alaska trip ended quite a while ago and the videos were spaced out a few weeks and you’ve always tried to live and travel outside the van. It makes perfect sense, the huge amount of content you’ve put out has been crazy and must have taken a toll. SD is a great base! Vanlife isn’t really an endgame it’s great to save up for a couple years and then get a permanent place. Even better if you can get a paid for place. I hope you can make it up to the Northeast, especially Maine and New Hampshire. I would recommend Maine in early June, absolutely beautiful up there! Cheers!
You're a young man, life will change over and over again for you. I doubt anyone thought you'd live in the van for next 50 years 😂. Enjoy your life, expand the channel and we'll be there watching 🎉
Ryan I hope you don't stop doing what you are doing brother I battle everyday and night with depression anxiety PTSD and watching your RUclips videos I haven't been really feeling depressed I still need mental health issues but you help me out when I feel depressed keep it going brother cause you are my inspiration to do van life
Ryan, I started looking at van-life videos earlier this year and your energy and passion for traveling/cooking was addicting to watch, that's not gong to change. Also just so you know i have found many other van-life channels that do the same thing ether a storage unit of a small building on a plot of land your not along. Just keep doing you! Also i am stocked to see the new build!
Honestly despite how amazing some of the campsites you find have been and how incredible the journey has been, just seeing you live your day to day life and your cooking segments entertains me well enough. do what you gotta ryan.
its not about the vanlife stuff its you. yes the van stuff is great and the locations are awesome but when it come down to it you are fun to watch. watching your videos have been great for me because i found your channel during a rough part of my life and it really just helped me unwind and not worry about anything. its always been you bro! thanks for everything and all of us will be here regardless of what you make.
Are you kidding? We have all been here since day one. Why would we want to leave? Most of us here also have busy lives and family, and we juggle all the time. If anything, we absolutely know what you’re going through. To be totally honest with you now You are the only channel that I can watch, and just chill. There is no drama or fakeness to you. We all like you very much, you have nothing to worry about. And even if you did not post a video for the next year, it doesn’t mean that we are ever going to hit that unsubscribe button. It just means that when you do post we will be here for you again. Two years on the road is a long time but I am definitely looking forward to your next big adventure. All the best to you and your family from Canada ❤❤
SOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU !! i honestly thought you would’ve gotten a place by now :) i’m sure everyone here can understand that having a home base is the best not only for you but everyone around you 😊😊 wishing you all the best !! cannot wait to see the process of your project ahh !!!!
Hell man I wouldn’t mind seeing switching it up, keeping it fresh will probably even help with your growth on RUclips, can’t wait to see some new stuff and the old stuff!!
Ryan, i have NEVER watched a channel consistently on RUclips. No idea why, but It’s a addicting watching you every few days on where things take you. Life is to short and nothing is more rewarding than a life with someone. Don’t waste it. I may go back and watch your series from day one again 😊
No worries Ryan, you are a very mature young man for being so young. You're so wholesome and down to earth I really enjoy watching your videos. No matter what you do next I will watch.
As for where to go next. Fall is near. I personally love when tree leaves change colors. So somewhere that has an abundance of them. Spanning many miles. West Virginia comes to mind. Also explore covered bridges.
Omg Ryan. We love you no matter what!! I think I speak for many of your viewers when I say, do what makes you happy!! We will always be here for the ride. Van builds, grocery trips, I'm here for it!
I don't watch many youtubers routinely, but for your channel I always make time some how. I have no intention of going to many of the places you visit, so what I'm trying to say is, I watch because of you and your blog. Its like catching up with a friend. Keep being you sir! 🤙
I'm a new watcher of your channel and found you because we camp in our Dodge Rampro, too, and are trying to decide between driving the Alcan in it, or flying up and renting a vehicle. I got a lot of good info from your videos of that trip. We never intended to be full time, but use it for weekend camping nearby and for longer vacations of 3 weeks. We almost always camp in National or State Parks. Since you haven't covered the northeast U.S., I would still enjoy seeing you camping on weekends and vacations in that area, as well as other locations. And the food....amazing. I'm making Korean BBQ - with sesame seeds - tomorrow. You are a talented chef.
Driving up Michigan into the u.p is really beautiful especially driving up the west side of Michigan up thru mainstream and glen arbor and traverse city up across the Mackinac bridge it’s pretty beautiful especially as all the leaves are going to start changing. Love the vids man!
Wise move Ryan. So happy for you and your family/gf. Sounds like an amazing home base and perfect plan. We all wish we had the same drive and determination as you Ryan. Can’t wait to the next adventures. We will all be following along
I absolutely love that you’re evolving Ryan! You’ve basically become a best friend that I look forward to seeing every few days. I don’t care what you do, as long as you’re happy! Godspeed!!
We are here for anything you want to do and try brother! So glad you're getting out of your comfort zone. I could really learn to do the same man. Love your video's!
Look forward to seeing the new build as I'm relatively new here. I absolutely love what you've done with your channel and I enjoy seeing what you're up to.
As a viewer im happy to see you making this decison, not only for you but the people around you. You didnt lie to us, i think its a great idea and so many great things can come of it, house vids etc. We're glad youre happy ryan
Ryan, I appreciate the honesty. Stay true to yourself! I think it would be great for you to do an upper peninsula road trip in Michigan. There are so many parks and waterfalls it would be great content for everyone. Safe travels!
You are an amazing guy!!! I don’t see 1 lie told. Instead, congratulations to you and you’re lady for the many successes!! Thanks for sharing that and love the work you’ve put into this! Love the van and show!!
You never lied to us. I seen dozen of van lifer streams, and builds, but your channel is something I like because of you. Your trip with Noel to Yellowstone national park, and her raw paper joke. Is probably one of my favorite vids. You constantly tell and show us that have a strong bond with your love ones no matter the distance. Also, I knew you were probably going to rent a space, just for the build itself. It makes the most sense. You also told us you have family coming in, so why not take advantage of being in one place, even if it may or may not be temporary.
Hey, Ryan whatever you decide to do my friend, your character is your guide. Be safe and keep your focus on where you will soon discover you want to be.
Yo Ryan! It’s great you have a Temp. Home base! I think you definitely needed it too and maybe some future upgrade videos for the garage/van/project van would be cool 👍🏼. Also! You should try coffee Coke, if it’s still available lol
Yes brotha, I lived out of my 1991 Ford Bronco for about 6 years in LA County for work with my home base in Carlsbad, San Diego North County. SD is awesome, go surfing along the coast and make trips to Baja every weekend. Get into Motocross and show how diverse the scenes are in SD from coastal life to inland life near Temecula and the Fox Raceway. Have fun and I look forward to all your upcoming content. 😊
Never saw you before. The title I couldn’t resist. Subscribed. I’m here for your next chapter because of your honest nature, views and cooking. Inspiring, too.
I don't think it's a lie at all. I think it's smart. Love the videos and way you edit them. Looking forward to what you have planned. Also think you need to make a cookbook.
I’d love to see you do the opposite of the last road trip. Start out where you are as southwest as you can go in the US or in Mexico and go up to the northeast and do the East part of Canada (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, and PEI)
It’s ok we get it man, your videos are so entertaining, I watch everytime you upload, it never gets old, but yeah everyone should have a home to go back to! keep up the good work, you have an amazing life! ❤
San Diego to Maine. Kind of a reverse of what you just did from Florida to Alaska. Explore the northeast when you get there. So excited to see where this channel goes and excited to see the new truck build !
Don't blame the dude! I've been full timing since April and I absolutely love it, but sometimes I wish I had a home base for building, planning, unwinding, etc. I'll keep going as long as I can though because this lifestyle is totally worth the trade offs.
Just realized I've been watching without subbing. Sorry. Just subbed for what it's worth. Vanlife seems to have a shelf life. Van lifers get bored, struggle with mental health & have families that inevitably changes things. We knew u weren't full time, it wasn't such a secret. You didn't need to apologize or make a fuss.😆 We expect vanlifers to move on at some point. Part time vanlifing is still interesting for me. Building out a rig is interesting for me but instructional videos, top ten videos, food vlogs, international travel, is not. I'm still here until til I'm not. You do what's best for you! ✌
Ryan!! The blue ridge parkway is a famous ~450 mile road which essentially follows along most of the appalachian mountians with countless vistas and national forest, it would be awesome seeing you take that trip!
it was obvious you were part time bro. 😁parttime van life is still van life. if you decide to live on a cruise ship tho i'm done. hehe 😉montana, the dakotas maybe ? places that other van lifers dont go. weve seen the moab, quartsite, yada yada places. go to small towns with interesting phenomenon. ghost towns, murder spots. lol
Love your wholesomeness, Ryan. We will love whatever you do. ❤. Ideas for trips: come to Texas! The Texas Hill Country has some great places! Vanderpool, Texas is great. Lost Maples National Park is beautiful. You can hike as well.
Awesome man. As someone who has spent years on the road, i've also come to the exact same conclusion. I started staying with family during winter months (i'm in Canada), and started to really appreciate routine and the connections you form while living in an area. I'm working now on building a anchor home around friends and family, while still retaining the mobile life. I've done the hybrid already with staying with family and it's the best of both worlds. I think you are making a solid decision and I know it must be super hard with your income linked to these decisions as well. You won't lose a subscriber with me, that's for sure.
Also, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate the fact that you realize most people aren’t here to see you eating. I don’t get van lifers who think people signed up to see them constantly eating. Gross. But, thank you for that self-awareness! Love your cooking and meals!!
I can't remember the number of years I've been watching you, man, but let me just say you're an awesome person and you give us something to look forward to and make us happy. Good luck in your future, and God bless.
I want to do the van life thing. My thig is.... I want to get the new eSprinter and kit it out... That beast alone starts over $70k and then it has to be built from there. Maybe after I retrire... I love your videos. I don't know if you've done one for how you built your van or not as I haven't dug through your older content yet. Never feel bad for doing your thing. One does need an anchor to stop, reset, and take care of the things that are extremely difficult in a nomadic existence.
There's no way I will stop watching you. Your videos make my day and keep me smiling. God Bless you Ryan for giving me something to look forward to. You are a joy to watch.
I’d like to see you go to Los alamos, NM. It’s a beautiful place and has interesting history. Not just the Oppenheimer house and a lot of the Manhattan project structures, but also Pueblo Native American ruins, etc. Santa Fe is a short drive from there and it is an amazing place. History and beauty! You do such a great job sharing interesting facts about where you go, I know you’d do the same with that area. Gonna continue watching whatever you put out!😊
No need to apologize for you living your life! The bottom line is we watch your channel for you. This platform is hard to find genuine people snd you are without a doubt one of those people!
Welcome back to San Diego! It’s nice to know you are going to be hanging around for a little while. I am a big fan of your channel and love Kei trucks! I would love to hang out sometime if you are interested!
No matter what you end up doing videos wise on your channel. I am sure a huge amount of people will stick with you. Your videos touch more people than you think. I love watching these type of videos and hearing what you have to say.
I'm excited to see the process for the full build out. When you do the videos would love to see all the parts even wiring for can see exactly how it should be done. It would be great!
Take it from a 51 year old man! Do what makes you happy. What you have done the past two years has been amazing. You are right, you have an amazing girlfriend who has stood by you and have the support of your family and friends. I have enjoyed your adventures! What drew me to you and watching your videos and ultimately subscribing is that you are one genuine guy! I will continue to watch no matter what you do! Good luck in your new adventures and be comfortable being uncomfortable. It is a good way to grow! Good luck brother!
A good video is a good video. Keep putting out good stuff and people will continue to support you. As for spots to visit, I think some of the beach towns in Mexico would be perfect. Maybe Wyoming\ND, do some wildlife stuff before it starts getting to cold. Once you get the microtrunk done, I think doing something like a month long stay in one city would be really interesting. A lot of us who are considering van life full time would really like to see some of the challenges of long term stays in one area as we won't really be travelling all over the countrt constantly.
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I don't feel like you ever really lied. It was pretty obvious you lived a regular non vanlife life with family, girlfriend, etc. We love the Vanlife videos, but we watch because of you. You're genuine, and fun to watch. I think most of us found your channel because of the Van, but stayed because of you. Keep doing what you do, we will continue following along on all your adventures.
Agreed
This is well said. I concur
Way to go Ryan! Living your life the way you need to is awesome. My husband and I enjoy your channel. We always watch together and imagine what it would be like to travel like you do. We also cook more since watching your channel. 😊
Facts brother
Truth
Writing in from England here. Ive never been one to watch you tubers and enjoy their content until i found your channel. You not only make interesting and educational videos but you also inspire me to expand my pallet and try new recipes. I really like seeing the landscapes you encounter and the roads you travel down, its a dream of mine to someday live in a van and explore new places. This has been said before but i don't think you ever lied about anything. You're a young man figuring yourself out and experiencing new adventures with a supportive girlfriend. I think you've had an excellent run - 2 YEARS! No-one blames or hates you for wanting to switch things up lol. No matter what you do or how you do them, your fans will watch and support you along the way because you're a cool, down to earth and interesting guy. Thank you for your videos and good luck with the van build. Can't wait to watch you embark on this new chapter!
Ryan, Thanks for the vulnerability. I think many (if not all) of your subscribers support you 100%. I try to mentor people in my life and I always encourage them to find ways to better their lives and go to the next level, whatever that looks like. Don't know you, but proud of you. Good job, dude!
thing is, RUclipsrs these days THINK and CONVINCE themselves that we, the audience, NEED their content, that they NEED to push themselves to make videos. we the audience DO NOT CARE about any of that. we want genuine, original content. we don't want pointless every day vlogs, we want substance and a purpose. we don't wanna hear "if you haven't subscribed yet" blah blah blah, we know how RUclips works and if WE deem that you're deserving of such things, we will do them. this is the problem with RUclips right now, its a cash/money grab and every ''content creator'' who never made videos before in their life are all of a sudden becoming you tubers lololzzz.
((Rolls eyes)) This entire video was contrived. Vulnerability? Give me a break.
I just stumbled across ur channel yesterday and have been binge watching ur content. Even from the first video I watched I got the vibe u did have a life outside of ur van. Do I feel lied to or cheated by this….absolutely NOT. It’s amazing that u share ur adventures and we get to be along for it all. This isn’t something u “owe” anyone, u have chosen to share ur journey. At the end of the day, this is ur life and u have to be true and authentic to urself and the people u love. Don’t ever apologize for doing what is best for u and ur loved ones. I am so excited for u and ur new path. If u choose to share this new path I think u will find most of us will still be on this ride with u. Thk u ❤
Thanks you wrote everything I feel as well ✌🏼
Dude you have literally given your fans a lot. I couldn’t imagine not being able to see loved ones more often! Do what you gotta do I will still be following! All love my guy!
Bro I started watching your videos at 2am in bed when I couldn’t sleep. Then it became day to day thing. Love your journey and your videos. It’s okay to envolved, life changes!
It was never only about ur roadtrips for me. You are so genuine and down to earth guy Ryan! Congrats on the house! :D
Looking forward to build series of new van!
Man you do you! Having a home base is nice and provides stability for sure! You haven't lied to us you're just living your life. I look forward to see the new adventures and the next build
I look at this as another chapter of the channel in a good way, definitely have to do a full series of the new build. Congrats on all the success Ryan!
it's actually pretty cool to just watch your life unfold naturally. Just do your thing man, I think we're all hooked now so we're along for the ride
Ryan, I heard from you that you are 26 yr old.. and after watching your videos you have been inspiring on many aspects. And honestly your this video makes so much sense that touches on reality aspect of your life as youtuber, because it's not at all easy as it seems to be the amount of hardwork that goes from planning, to shoot, to edit and to upload that too on the go and other challenges that might come on the road!
it's wonderful that you are considering stability aspects of your life! Your people would be so proud of you. You are giving an outlook to the people who gets lost in success, it's important to be grounded and value your people equally!! Keep going ... Wish you the best! It's your channel you can drive it the way you want it to be, people are your fan because of your kindness, authenticity and your originality!! I sure you will find your way!!!
Ryan, we aren’t going anywhere! Wherever you go, we are happy. The most important thing of this channel, is you. I feel honoured that you put it out for us to come along.
Speak for yourself!
I think all of us viewers should be so happy to hear this wonderful news; having a comfortable home base means more adventures in the van for us in the long term 😁!!
means the exact opposite but ok lol.. I am happy for him though!
Bro you already went on the gnarliest road trip possible in the U.S.. literally drove everywhere and back. You built your audience, we will watch whatever you post.
We watch you for YOU Ryan. Your personality is amazing and the style of content is awesome. Whatever you film next we're gonna be here for you. At least I know I am. And I'm looking forward to the new content, it's good to switch up things from time to time!
Serious get a life lol
@@Boozuey someone is mad hahaha
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@ghostyhype_btw4303 nah I'm quiet happy and fulfilled. It's just weird when people suck up to people with a camera. Lol dorks
@@Boozuey people support somebody who they enjoy to watch? how tragic.
Thank you! Your series offers such an amazing experience for those who want to travel but can't for many different reasons. Your narration, video skills and charisma hooked me to continue on to your next video. And you cook great meals too! Your transition to a landing spot and stability is expected and you can still do what you love to do. You will still have the following, I know it! It's a win, win and you will be happier! Your honesty is appreciated, I will be staying tuned!
Thank you for sharing your inspiring van life journey. Your authenticity and honesty have created a wonderful community and we're excited to see where your next chapter takes you. We'll stick around no matter what changes you make to your content. Thanks for all that you do!
You are such a genuine guy. That’s a big reason why we are fans. You have to do what you have to do for yourself and your loved ones. Also, I use to live down that way. Oceanside, CA, then, Menifee, CA. It’s heaven down there. Wishing you all the best. There’s tons of cool stuff in that area to share. ❤
Full time or part time? Totally your choice; just keep on making videos! Your content is interesting, fun, often educational and a whole lot of us just enjoy living vicariously through you!
Always love checking out literally anything you produce, and will be a fan til the very end. I think it would be awesome to see you go down to the southernmost tip of Texas in the gulf, as I haven't even done that as a native Texan. Your trip to Texas was very enjoyable to watch as you visited places I've never seen in my home state!
I remember you mentioning that your previous gov't job was on the F35 program, and as an employee in the F35 program myself, I just HAD to point out (in the most respectful way possible) that your first draft blueprints of the tiny truck build that your L/H and R/H views are actually backwards, unless I'm seeing it wrong I suppose!
Much love to you and yours!
Ryan, I watch your videos because of YOU, period. Yes, the van life drew me in at first, then your crazy adventures but it was YOU all along that kept me watching. If you want to build bird houses, I'm still in! Do you!
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Honestly, I'd like to see him build a birdhouse.
@@D4RW1N1SMnah I would love to see him build a family. Hahaha maybe I'm gonna see that after years to come
Perfectly said!!!! I’m here for it!!!! Ryan you didn’t have to tell us about your new place but you did and I appreciate the honesty!!!! You’re an awesome dude!!!!
Absolutely ❤
Your life as human and your relationship with your girlfriend, family, and friends is worth way more than a life as a content creator. Always prioritize that above all else. People who watch your content come and go, but those you hold close will be there forever.
You're spot on, life is far too short and you HAVE to make the most of what you have but also spend as much time as you can with loved ones, they won't be around forever.
You can't be a nomad and have a 'normal' life. Abandoning friends and family for months at a time will strain those relationships...other people won't put their own life on hold while you are gone. You have to decide what is best for YOU. Living for clicks is no way to live.
Can't get rid of us! We are all here for the long haul! Your channel has been awesome.
Ryan... you and your videos.. whether on the road, cooking, in a different country and even when you went camping with your girlfriend and your friends (in his backyard heated tent)... all are fun to watch and I, for one, do not begrudge you having yourself a home base at which to land, relax and enjoy your non-travel, non-RUclips work days. You deserve it!
For the past year and a half I've looked forward to watching and virtually sharing in your adventures, and I have no plans to stop just because you might change it up a bit.
And... I really do like your inventiveness and adventurous cooking! I might even have gone and purchased several of the spices and food products based on your recommendation.
Keep the videos coming and I will definitely keep watching!
It’s about the adventure not the destination! You can vlog anything and stil be successful!❤
Hell yea I agree
Man, you out here talking like this isn’t a cooking youtube channel. I’ve been making some of the meals you make as a way to challenge myself cooking to move away from ordering food or just making plain-boring recipes. You’re a renaissance man, talking about history, giving cooking lessons. Do you as you do man, always here for it.
I’m supporting you for you, not just for the van. I’m glad you’re working toward what’s best for you and everyone around you. I’m excited for whatever is next for you
no need to apologize in any way. You're smart enough to see that things in the channel might get stale and everybody wants to see what you "cook up" next? where to go next? Ruby Mountains , Elko county Nev. And throw in Great Basin Nat Park in E. Nevada which is not far away.
ROCK ON RYAN!!!👍
Your videos enable your viewers to explore the world with you and experience things that some of us wouldn't be able to. You're young enough and able to do what you're doing so why not. Obviously you have people who support you and love you to allow you to stretch your wings.
Sycophant, party of one, your table's ready.
Good for you Ryan! You give so many of us a bit of happiness every time we watch your adventures unfolding. I’m thrilled you’re doing something that lets you have the connections that will give you happiness.
Seeing how much you've evolved since you started, it only makes sense for you to continue to evolve into your next chapter. Without speaking for everyone, I am excited for what's next and your continued growth, both professionally and personally.
I don’t think you lied. It was pretty clear that your Alaska trip ended quite a while ago and the videos were spaced out a few weeks and you’ve always tried to live and travel outside the van. It makes perfect sense, the huge amount of content you’ve put out has been crazy and must have taken a toll. SD is a great base! Vanlife isn’t really an endgame it’s great to save up for a couple years and then get a permanent place. Even better if you can get a paid for place.
I hope you can make it up to the Northeast, especially Maine and New Hampshire. I would recommend Maine in early June, absolutely beautiful up there! Cheers!
You're a young man, life will change over and over again for you. I doubt anyone thought you'd live in the van for next 50 years 😂.
Enjoy your life, expand the channel and we'll be there watching 🎉
Ryan I hope you don't stop doing what you are doing brother I battle everyday and night with depression anxiety PTSD and watching your RUclips videos I haven't been really feeling depressed I still need mental health issues but you help me out when I feel depressed keep it going brother cause you are my inspiration to do van life
Good for you Ryan! Appreciate the honesty in this video and all your other videos. Wishing you all the best
Ryan, I started looking at van-life videos earlier this year and your energy and passion for traveling/cooking was addicting to watch, that's not gong to change. Also just so you know i have found many other van-life channels that do the same thing ether a storage unit of a small building on a plot of land your not along. Just keep doing you! Also i am stocked to see the new build!
Honestly despite how amazing some of the campsites you find have been and how incredible the journey has been, just seeing you live your day to day life and your cooking segments entertains me well enough. do what you gotta ryan.
its not about the vanlife stuff its you. yes the van stuff is great and the locations are awesome but when it come down to it you are fun to watch. watching your videos have been great for me because i found your channel during a rough part of my life and it really just helped me unwind and not worry about anything. its always been you bro! thanks for everything and all of us will be here regardless of what you make.
Are you kidding? We have all been here since day one. Why would we want to leave? Most of us here also have busy lives and family, and we juggle all the time. If anything, we absolutely know what you’re going through.
To be totally honest with you now You are the only channel that I can watch, and just chill. There is no drama or fakeness to you. We all like you very much, you have nothing to worry about. And even if you did not post a video for the next year, it doesn’t mean that we are ever going to hit that unsubscribe button. It just means that when you do post we will be here for you again.
Two years on the road is a long time but I am definitely looking forward to your next big adventure. All the best to you and your family from Canada ❤❤
SOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU !! i honestly thought you would’ve gotten a place by now :) i’m sure everyone here can understand that having a home base is the best not only for you but everyone around you 😊😊 wishing you all the best !! cannot wait to see the process of your project ahh !!!!
I am literally stealth camping in my car right now because of you, Ryan. You're awesome!
Hell man I wouldn’t mind seeing switching it up, keeping it fresh will probably even help with your growth on RUclips, can’t wait to see some new stuff and the old stuff!!
Thank you for your honesty, you’re so genuine and it’s part of the reason you’re so easy to watch. Tip: marry her already!
Ryan, i have NEVER watched a channel consistently on RUclips. No idea why, but It’s a addicting watching you every few days on where things take you. Life is to short and nothing is more rewarding than a life with someone. Don’t waste it. I may go back and watch your series from day one again 😊
I appreciate you ❤
No worries Ryan, you are a very mature young man for being so young. You're so wholesome and down to earth I really enjoy watching your videos. No matter what you do next I will watch.
As for where to go next. Fall is near. I personally love when tree leaves change colors. So somewhere that has an abundance of them. Spanning many miles. West Virginia comes to mind. Also explore covered bridges.
Omg Ryan. We love you no matter what!! I think I speak for many of your viewers when I say, do what makes you happy!! We will always be here for the ride. Van builds, grocery trips, I'm here for it!
Congrats! Happy for you! I live in El. Cajon, sooo close to S.D.
I don't watch many youtubers routinely, but for your channel I always make time some how.
I have no intention of going to many of the places you visit, so what I'm trying to say is, I watch because of you and your blog.
Its like catching up with a friend. Keep being you sir! 🤙
I'm a new watcher of your channel and found you because we camp in our Dodge Rampro, too, and are trying to decide between driving the Alcan in it, or flying up and renting a vehicle. I got a lot of good info from your videos of that trip. We never intended to be full time, but use it for weekend camping nearby and for longer vacations of 3 weeks. We almost always camp in National or State Parks. Since you haven't covered the northeast U.S., I would still enjoy seeing you camping on weekends and vacations in that area, as well as other locations. And the food....amazing. I'm making Korean BBQ - with sesame seeds - tomorrow. You are a talented chef.
We are with you Ryan! You be you and we will be watching! Can’t wait to see the build!
Driving up Michigan into the u.p is really beautiful especially driving up the west side of Michigan up thru mainstream and glen arbor and traverse city up across the Mackinac bridge it’s pretty beautiful especially as all the leaves are going to start changing. Love the vids man!
Manistee idk why it autocorrected to that lmao
Wise move Ryan. So happy for you and your family/gf. Sounds like an amazing home base and perfect plan. We all wish we had the same drive and determination as you Ryan. Can’t wait to the next adventures. We will all be following along
I absolutely love that you’re evolving Ryan! You’ve basically become a best friend that I look forward to seeing every few days. I don’t care what you do, as long as you’re happy! Godspeed!!
We are here for anything you want to do and try brother! So glad you're getting out of your comfort zone. I could really learn to do the same man. Love your video's!
Look forward to seeing the new build as I'm relatively new here. I absolutely love what you've done with your channel and I enjoy seeing what you're up to.
As a viewer im happy to see you making this decison, not only for you but the people around you. You didnt lie to us, i think its a great idea and so many great things can come of it, house vids etc. We're glad youre happy ryan
Could feel the realness in your voice. Thanks for all the vids Ryan. Good luck with everything. I'll be supporting still.
Ryan, I appreciate the honesty. Stay true to yourself! I think it would be great for you to do an upper peninsula road trip in Michigan. There are so many parks and waterfalls it would be great content for everyone. Safe travels!
Keep up the hard work it pays of the grind never stops !! My brother Ryan always head up and stay positive it'll eventually pay off brother ❤much love
You are an amazing guy!!! I don’t see 1 lie told. Instead, congratulations to you and you’re lady for the many successes!! Thanks for sharing that and love the work you’ve put into this! Love the van and show!!
Congrats Ryan - still one of the best "van life" channels on YT - your honest, original and human. Wishing you nothing but success
You never lied to us. I seen dozen of van lifer streams, and builds, but your channel is something I like because of you. Your trip with Noel to Yellowstone national park, and her raw paper joke. Is probably one of my favorite vids. You constantly tell and show us that have a strong bond with your love ones no matter the distance. Also, I knew you were probably going to rent a space, just for the build itself. It makes the most sense. You also told us you have family coming in, so why not take advantage of being in one place, even if it may or may not be temporary.
Love your videos Ryan! Well done for what you are doing!
Excited for what your future holds. How about a high plains tour, the Dakotas, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma? Or a I40 tour or following Route 66 tour?
Hey, Ryan whatever you decide to do my friend, your character is your guide. Be safe and keep your focus on where you will soon discover you want to be.
Yo Ryan! It’s great you have a Temp. Home base! I think you definitely needed it too and maybe some future upgrade videos for the garage/van/project van would be cool 👍🏼. Also! You should try coffee Coke, if it’s still available lol
We love you no matter what brother Ryan god bless ❤️🙏 😘 and we support you have blessed day and we will always be here to support no matter what
Yes brotha, I lived out of my 1991 Ford Bronco for about 6 years in LA County for work with my home base in Carlsbad, San Diego North County. SD is awesome, go surfing along the coast and make trips to Baja every weekend. Get into Motocross and show how diverse the scenes are in SD from coastal life to inland life near Temecula and the Fox Raceway. Have fun and I look forward to all your upcoming content. 😊
Never saw you before. The title I couldn’t resist. Subscribed. I’m here for your next chapter because of your honest nature, views and cooking. Inspiring, too.
Happy to have ya along
Congrats on the next step. Looking for to watching the build.
I don't think it's a lie at all. I think it's smart. Love the videos and way you edit them. Looking forward to what you have planned. Also think you need to make a cookbook.
I’d love to see you do the opposite of the last road trip. Start out where you are as southwest as you can go in the US or in Mexico and go up to the northeast and do the East part of Canada (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, and PEI)
It’s ok we get it man, your videos are so entertaining, I watch everytime you upload, it never gets old, but yeah everyone should have a home to go back to! keep up the good work, you have an amazing life! ❤
There’s lots to explore in the Eastern Sierras. Small towns, big mountains, a wide variety of terrain, and a pretty straight shot out of San Diego.
More power to ya man, live your best life, no stress needed.
San Diego to Maine. Kind of a reverse of what you just did from Florida to Alaska. Explore the northeast when you get there. So excited to see where this channel goes and excited to see the new truck build !
Just keep making content your true followers don't care we just live the content you share. It's your channel we enjoy what you do.
Don't blame the dude! I've been full timing since April and I absolutely love it, but sometimes I wish I had a home base for building, planning, unwinding, etc. I'll keep going as long as I can though because this lifestyle is totally worth the trade offs.
Just realized I've been watching without subbing. Sorry. Just subbed for what it's worth. Vanlife seems to have a shelf life. Van lifers get bored, struggle with mental health & have families that inevitably changes things. We knew u weren't full time, it wasn't such a secret. You didn't need to apologize or make a fuss.😆 We expect vanlifers to move on at some point. Part time vanlifing is still interesting for me. Building out a rig is interesting for me but instructional videos, top ten videos, food vlogs, international travel, is not. I'm still here until til I'm not. You do what's best for you! ✌
Ryan!! The blue ridge parkway is a famous ~450 mile road which essentially follows along most of the appalachian mountians with countless vistas and national forest, it would be awesome seeing you take that trip!
it was obvious you were part time bro. 😁parttime van life is still van life. if you decide to live on a cruise ship tho i'm done. hehe 😉montana, the dakotas maybe ? places that other van lifers dont go. weve seen the moab, quartsite, yada yada places. go to small towns with interesting phenomenon. ghost towns, murder spots. lol
Love your wholesomeness, Ryan. We will love whatever you do. ❤. Ideas for trips: come to Texas! The Texas Hill Country has some great places! Vanderpool, Texas is great. Lost Maples National Park is beautiful. You can hike as well.
Awesome man. As someone who has spent years on the road, i've also come to the exact same conclusion. I started staying with family during winter months (i'm in Canada), and started to really appreciate routine and the connections you form while living in an area. I'm working now on building a anchor home around friends and family, while still retaining the mobile life. I've done the hybrid already with staying with family and it's the best of both worlds. I think you are making a solid decision and I know it must be super hard with your income linked to these decisions as well. You won't lose a subscriber with me, that's for sure.
Also, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate the fact that you realize most people aren’t here to see you eating. I don’t get van lifers who think people signed up to see them constantly eating. Gross. But, thank you for that self-awareness! Love your cooking and meals!!
I can't remember the number of years I've been watching you, man, but let me just say you're an awesome person and you give us something to look forward to and make us happy. Good luck in your future, and God bless.
You probably been watching him for less than a year since he made his first video one year ago
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I want to do the van life thing. My thig is.... I want to get the new eSprinter and kit it out... That beast alone starts over $70k and then it has to be built from there. Maybe after I retrire... I love your videos. I don't know if you've done one for how you built your van or not as I haven't dug through your older content yet. Never feel bad for doing your thing. One does need an anchor to stop, reset, and take care of the things that are extremely difficult in a nomadic existence.
There's no way I will stop watching you. Your videos make my day and keep me smiling. God Bless you Ryan for giving me something to look forward to. You are a joy to watch.
I’d like to see you go to Los alamos, NM. It’s a beautiful place and has interesting history. Not just the Oppenheimer house and a lot of the Manhattan project structures, but also Pueblo Native American ruins, etc. Santa Fe is a short drive from there and it is an amazing place. History and beauty! You do such a great job sharing interesting facts about where you go, I know you’d do the same with that area. Gonna continue watching whatever you put out!😊
No need to apologize for you living your life! The bottom line is we watch your channel for you. This platform is hard to find genuine people snd you are without a doubt one of those people!
Welcome back to San Diego! It’s nice to know you are going to be hanging around for a little while. I am a big fan of your channel and love Kei trucks! I would love to hang out sometime if you are interested!
No matter what you end up doing videos wise on your channel. I am sure a huge amount of people will stick with you. Your videos touch more people than you think. I love watching these type of videos and hearing what you have to say.
Minnesota my man! Gooseberry Falls is such an underrated place.
RYAN, live your life! Be true to you! Thanks for sharing your vanlife experiences with us.
I'm excited to see the process for the full build out. When you do the videos would love to see all the parts even wiring for can see exactly how it should be done. It would be great!
Take it from a 51 year old man! Do what makes you happy. What you have done the past two years has been amazing. You are right, you have an amazing girlfriend who has stood by you and have the support of your family and friends. I have enjoyed your adventures! What drew me to you and watching your videos and ultimately subscribing is that you are one genuine guy! I will continue to watch no matter what you do! Good luck in your new adventures and be comfortable being uncomfortable. It is a good way to grow! Good luck brother!
I love that you want to branch off! I will watch whatever you do as long as you cook in it that is one of my favorite parts. Best of luck to you
Ryan never fails to pump amazing content into us and leave us dripping with joy
The wording on this is mad ngl 😂
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Dude help.. i been tryna make it out the hood so on my RUclips channel i do food reviews while I’m high 😈
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A good video is a good video. Keep putting out good stuff and people will continue to support you. As for spots to visit, I think some of the beach towns in Mexico would be perfect. Maybe Wyoming\ND, do some wildlife stuff before it starts getting to cold. Once you get the microtrunk done, I think doing something like a month long stay in one city would be really interesting. A lot of us who are considering van life full time would really like to see some of the challenges of long term stays in one area as we won't really be travelling all over the countrt constantly.
We are not here for the van life, or your adventures on the van. We are here for you, no matter where you sleep…
I'm here for the van life or anything associate with it.