People make hundreds of thousands of dollars a year to make videos and TV shows that aren't anywhere near as interesting or informative as this production. Best thing I've watched in a long time. Mad respect.

@BrownEyePinch

2 жыл бұрын

Because it's real, not fake millennial trash

@jwxfd

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t have said it better myself

@bryanlosen3262

2 жыл бұрын

You mean they spend thousands? They don't make hundreds of thousands to make videos. Your narrative makes no sense.

@truettrusler1485

2 жыл бұрын

just cant believe hes got 300k views.

@richrichard9038

2 жыл бұрын

@@bryanlosen3262 You don't think actors, and television producers make hundreds of thousands of dollars per year?

Godspeed Mr. Nichols, We Thank you for all you gave, And All you have given.. R.I.P Shoestring... You will be greatly missed.. ✌

I learned more about the versatility of a 5 gallon bucket than I ever imagined watching this video! Shoestring is definitely a treasure and a University of information and practical experience.

"I am a bucket man. Always have been." - hobo shoestring

Hell yeah. The most realistic education on KZread!

@Will-INK2110

3 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah

@Sam_Green____4114

3 жыл бұрын

On how to break the law?

@bowwiz

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sam_Green____4114 still educational.

@Sam_Green____4114

3 жыл бұрын

@@bowwiz says a loser sat in a gaol cell!

@bowwiz

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sam_Green____4114 actually I am in a wheelchair ,never been in trouble with the law

I noticed the Kratom in the bucket, its great to see that cause it usually means its that instead of the hard stuff. Probably the best way to get off opiates. I use it for back pain rather than getting into anything that could kill me. It always made sleeping in my car and working so much more tolerable. I pray they never make it illegal because so many who rely on it would turn towards more dangerous stuff.

@jackingwads7513

Жыл бұрын

They are trying like hell but here in Michigan we successfully fought them off

I swear to gosh these videos help me with anxiety and anger, and being sad

@dustinhendren8892

2 жыл бұрын

The videos help me relax and see things in a different perspective 😉 I really feel happier and warmer 😊 after just 1 video before bedtime. Awesome

Of course people are going to notice you....yer a big big star now on the u tubes

My grandfather was an inspector for the Southern Pacific Railroad up in Minnesota. This was in the 1920s thru the 1950s. He used to crawl underneath the trains and inspect the parts of the engine to make sure they were okay. During the depression that was a great job during those hard times. He worked seven days a week twelve hours a day, fifty weeks a year and he never complained because jobs paying that kind of money were almost impossible to find.

10:10 is a track skate, not a chock. They are used to stop rolling cars that have been dropped or kicked into a clear track. Wheel chocks are wedge shaped with a long wooden handle and are used mostly in repair facilities for equipment that don't have operable hand brakes or to keep from having to set handbrakes.

Anybody ever messes with Shoestring we riot! Barely found his channel and it just amazes me, nothing I can say that hasn’t been said yet in these comments. This guys amazing. So much respect to you brother.

Your train and yard knowledge makes me think have worked for a railroad. My dad was a switchmen at inland steel in east Chicago, Indiana and knew the same stuff you are talking about. I really enjoy the work you do.

good video. reminds me of a hobo story from when I worked for NS in Spartanburg, SC. we were assigned to a remote switching yard with a small locker room that had crew bunks in it. a older hobo came along and started hanging out with us each day. we gave him a few dollars and brought him sandwiches to eat and let him sleep in one of the bunks. one day he showed up with a bottle of wine and got very intoxicated and starting verbally abusing us and even threw some rocks at us. after while he passed out so we pulled a empty boxcar bound for Birmingham Ala. up to the locker room and stuffed him inside it closed the door but did not latch it and sent it out on the next southbound train which arrived shortly. when he sobered up he was well on his way to Alabama. several weeks later he returned and was mad as a hornet and started verbally abusing us again, so I reminded him of what happened the last time he pulled this stunt and told him "don't bite the hand that feeds you " or next time we will send you to Canada. .

@hwoods01

3 жыл бұрын

Shoot the bastard and throw em in a ditch or river. Everyone loves to feel pity over the deadbeats. They are just like a raccoon - playing on your sympathy until your guard is down and that's when you discover why hes a bum in the first place.

@royhoco5748

3 жыл бұрын

@@hwoods01 it was not a shootable offense and we did not have a river to throw him in. so we used a boxcar instead.

3:46 "I'm getting all them little hitch-hikers on me." Priceless unintentional irony! :)

One of the smartest guys online

Folks honking at you.... You're getting famous brother 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎

Well Shoestring you're certainly living the dream. As a young girl working for the railroad I was fascinated by Hobo's and I so wanted to do that but women have a tough time out in the wild. I love your video's and I commented on one how you seemingly owned the "yard" but then I watched one of your video's where you were really worried about being seen. So I guess you do have to be very careful. I would love to ride the rails with you and your experience as it's been a lifelong dream for me. You're definitely a pro at this game. Thanks for the video's and just know there are a ton of folks that would love to be in your backpack to share the experience. Best regards, Lisa

Keep 'em coming, Shoestring !! We love yer stuff, chief !! 😎🇺🇸

We're never to old to learn something new! I learn something every time I watch one of your videos! ✌️ 😎

As a veteran I want to say this is so educational.

Riding the rods was a reference to the old rail cars that had truss rods under them, not brake rigging rods

@joeyhuff9890

3 жыл бұрын

Got that kratom lol herbal goodness

I just started watching your videos a short time ago and I am hooked! It is amazing your knowledge of the railroads, the geography as well as life skills and you are always so willing to share your knowledge! Thank you! Looking forward to watching some of your older videos as well as your new ones!

I absolutely love your videos thank you for taking me along with you

Shoe..your killin it. These are really interesting videos brother. Thank you. Bill.

Thanks for sharing another installment Mark.. A fountain of knowledge..😎👍

Thank you for EDUCATION Dr..SHOESTRING

Learning videos about what this is is awesome brother. ..Keep riding and God Bless. ..

That was an interesting video. I learned a bit about train yards. Thanks. Keep on keepin on shoestring

Wow I learn a lot about trains from you! Keep up the great content!

Another fascinating lesson Shoestring. Keep them coming.

I just found your KZread video. I love it! Keep them coming!!!

Great videos, definitely a different lifestyle, very cool getting your perspective

Love all your detailed information! Thanks for sharing...😎

Great knowledge Son, on the ground air.... good info to know your direction on your rides.

Smart person you are! Wishing you all the best! Love learning more about trains! We are all humans! Prayers for all your journeys!

If you ever make it to AZ, look me up. Thanks for sharing your life with us brother.

I figured all 5 gallon buckets were created equal...I was wrong. Love the knowledge!! My son loves trains

God bless you in your travels.

I learned so much in this video! Thank you for the education, sir. I am a new subscriber!

Shoestring, the knowledge you have on the railroad, can't get enough of you. Stay safe Brother.

@DG-dh2lt

3 жыл бұрын

He’s teaching ppl the art of being a boxcar hobo? 🙄

God Bless you sir I wish you much happiness!!!

Thank you sir for this very informative video love watching your videos and learn so much Hi from Canada

Amazing channel, and you are an amazing man. Every one of your videos I watch I learn so much. God bless you, happy trails, and stay safe.

I’ll take Professor Shoestring’s PhD outdoor classes that are a THOUSAND TIMES more interesting and engaging than classes I spend hundreds of dollars each on ! He’s so humble and ego free .👑🌎🇺🇸

Another great lesson from the professor himself!! Thanks for all the info! Shoestring i think you should deffinetly think about writing a book it would b a #1 seller...The last great hobo...thanks for another great video..b safe

@leslieelm

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely ! learn to spell!

@EricSmith-ve7qi

3 жыл бұрын

@@leslieelm my phone did that..excuse the hell out of me..wow!!

@leoross5777

3 жыл бұрын

idk, some of the time i think he flat out full of shit, not only incorrect, but spreading misinformation

This is the only channel I don’t skip the ads. Love the content and educational stuff. Keep it real and stay safe out there buddy!

I love you bro i love what you done in your life all that adventure across the unbelievable massive country the USA, no wonder Americans say they have the greatest country on earth, no question you have the greatest potential to become better and better when you think of the shear economic power it has is totally awesome. The size of the U.S. plus Alaska wow upon wow !!! But getting back to shoe string i love your voice and accent i could sit and listen to you all day long. i love all your stories both good bad side of riding the trains. I don't think it would be possible in the U.K .but i can dream and enjoy your stories and wisdom , keep well and stay safe bro.

Keep in mind every second that good, moral, corporate America would put this man in a (corporate owned) jail for destruction of their valuable property given half a chance.

Watched your videos all day awesome be safe God bless

Greetings from Launceston, Tasmania AUS. Love your videos mate :) God Bless

The crickets while you are examining the wheels was perfect.

Just love that your now talking to the viewer's info about the train choke before that I'd only heard of them for planes and the airline at the end carriage let's you know that train is going out 👍 just love it..always loved the pirate sounding growl that hobo shoestring does also reminds me of a West country farmer in the UK ..and how his bucket Also doubles as a washing machine 👍🤗just a couple of rocks clothes and the usual and then just roll it around and you've got cleaner clothes...keep up the good work hobo shoestring ....🙏🏴‍☠️🇺🇸

Shoestring,on the road again!! I can't get over all the knowledge u have about trains,how they run,types of cars,directions of towns ,ur awesome,if a walking book of trains and life,hope ur felling better,travel safe,God bless!

Always like watching your stuff keept hmthe good videos coming

Hobo only been watching your videos for a short few weeks. You got me hooked. I know this one is older but keep em coming. Much respect to you.

Great video as always. Be safe.

It’s really interesting hearing you talk. You’ve definitely been around railroading for some time. Take care and have a good one. 👍👍👍👍❤️🙏🏻

I chuckled when I saw the kratom. I've probably bought a kilo a mouth for the last five years, been trying to get off it the last two years. It can be a lifesaver for people with pain, depression and alcoholism. But the withdrawals can be really unbearable, it's sapped my ability to focus and it's taken a lot of pleasure out of life.

Enjoyed the video. Wish I knew this stuff the couple times I've hopped the freight

Nice video. Safe travels, Shoestring!

Very cool vid. Thanks and stay safe.

My grandpa was a German immigrant, he used to ride the rods. Back in the day cars were made light then beefed up underneath with truss rods. They went from up high by the axle to a truss saddle low in the middle, then back up to over the other axle. When the car would age and sag, they could tighten up those rods and pick the middle up and keep the deck flat. Those were the rods they would ride. There were two or four, side by side, that you could lay down on. It was a place the bulls could not reach while the train was moving. (His story to me)

Ever since I had kids I haven’t hung out with any hobos cause I don’t have the free time like I used too, this is kinda filling that void thanks

Im so glad iv found thus channel

Nicely done. and even at 70 I still learn!

The natural reverb effect at :30 is something studio engineers would kill for, and pay $100 for a program that could recreate it. That is some sweet sounding reverb. Someone needs to record their instrument or voice in there. Imagine John Bonham playing drums in it. Forget about When the Levee Breaks, that would sound HUGE

Sir I learn more from u than watching TV you need to be the president of this United States of America

The knowledge is great appreciate it

Your posts are very interesting and informative man, you really know alot about rail road work. I hope you have safe travels and good rest. You live an incredibly interesting life, you should look into how that could generate revenue for you if Possible. Good luck!

@crfsikness

3 жыл бұрын

He is making videos that make him revenue isn't he?

@bigbird9794

3 жыл бұрын

@@crfsikness I don't know dude, I just thought there may be another platform that could earn him some extra cash.

Wish I was there with you Shoe.. As always great videos

You are a cool dude and a lot of Knowledge! I enjoy your videos. I used to be an engineer and would have let you ride in the engine.

Like they say, " one man's trash is another man's treasure!" Lucky find with the padding!

The many uses for the bucket is a great idea!

So glad I subscribed your vids pop right up, starting to get cold here in the blue ridge mountains no. va., have a great time shoestring I hope to cross trails with you one day

You convinced me subbed be safe and be good ,have a blessed day

hey this subscription is working out well.. Got this within 15 minutes. Keep on rocking.

Thanks for the info on the bucket. Totally see it's use.

Hobo Shoestring is a very interesting person. I actually thought Hoboing was a thing of past until his videos came across my feed. Informative and funny at times. Much respect and I pray safe travels for you, sir. 🙏🏾

Love it, only in this day and age can we have a hobo youtuber, subscribed, stay safe and good travels Shoestring.

This was interesting as always, thanks! ✨

Great INFO KEEP ON HOPPING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...

riding the rods...back in the day were 'truss rods' ran under the carbody to prevent it from sagging from a load.

@dougtond1380

3 жыл бұрын

I'll tell you what... I know some schwilly rail ridin kidz who could use summa dem truss rods in their britches!

Love the stickers man my son has the same ones 👍

I wish I could have caught up with you when you were in Ohio. Maybe i could come down to Tennessee and hang out with you and talk about trains one day.

@fridasophia5356

3 жыл бұрын

Would make for an epic video

@TheHoboShoestring

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah..... I'll be in Battle Creek tomorrow and film the old Grand Trunk Yard northeast of downtown.... GTW was my favorite

@dimidomo7946

3 жыл бұрын

Good call Frida; to have Tooth and String kicking it would be a gumshoe's delight 💩.

@pokeyrailfanning

3 жыл бұрын

Hobo Shoestring Battle Creek MI? If you run east of Durand up to Port Huron then you’ll pass by me

@scottwedel1888

3 жыл бұрын

@@pokeyrailfanning :-):-):-P:-):-):-P:-):-):-):-):-):-):-):-P:-):-):-):-P:-):-):-):-):-):-P:-):-):-):-):-):-):-):-):-P I

Just discovered you...subscribed...my granddad was a track crew forman for the Santa Fe outa Cleburne Texas. He worked for them for 40 years,20s thru 60s.

I thought KZread was suggesting another Jack Dorsey video, but this time it's a Real hobo, cool!!!

As long as the lunch meat doesn't turn green! A can of chilli, beef stew and Spam is my favorite hobo food! Thanks again Shoestring for another entertaining video!!!

Shoestring is the Professor of boxcar knowledge!

Great video ✌️

Thanks bud, be safe.

Stay safe shoestring and thanx for becoming a vet also good to hear that you gave up alcohol and stuff. Ride Long and Free

Hey ST, you’re giving some food products some good air time there. Stay safe brother!

I’m at the jump right off excited for him to not miss his train!

Godbless you man always have faith in God and he will show u the way

One of my bucket list wishes is to hobo ride on train box car and live like a free bird !! Love your vedios

Learn somethung new new from you everyday Shoestring!

Man of means by no means , "King of the Road"!

EXCELLENT INFO... For both Earth Bouncers and fans....

Best of luck dude!

I was railfanning with JawTooth on Wednesday about 3 hours from our home area and everyone that was in Marion, Ohio that we ran into knew him. It`s the price of fame my friend.

@deconteesawyer5758

3 жыл бұрын

With that critter it's infamy.