Camping in the Redwoods out of a Subaru Crosstrek

The Redwoods was always one of our top places to visit and we finally were able to make it happen! We spent 4 amazing days camping and sleeping in our little 2020 Subaru Crosstrek at Elk Prairie Campground.
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Funny story....we forgot to pack our sleeping bags and realized the first night after setting everything up in the car. It was about 25 degrees that night but thank goodness we had a heated blanket! The next day we drive into the city and bought zero degree sleeping bags, which kept us so warm & cozy for the rest of the trip.
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  • @johnvos-wn6ov
    @johnvos-wn6ov Жыл бұрын

    Amazing scenery beautiful music, Gave notice at work, put apartment in storage, bought 2023 crosstreck, wife and I leaving Fremont California for Redwoods, Oregon, Idaho, Montana fly fishing have all proper gear Appalachian mountains drive down to our island condo in Florida, rest then off to Columbia South America to continue living our dream now. PS, your music and video is very well put together. Stay healthy, stay safe. Happy trails!!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    That sounds like an amazing time, enjoy every second of it! Thankyou and Safe Travels to you!

  • @johnvos-wn6ov

    @johnvos-wn6ov

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, forest service, BLM land, etc. keep in mind, my wife is Columbian, family there, safer then USA, Columbia police and Locals are beautiful, simple and world class food for around $3.00 a steak dinner. Retire for $1,200 a month home in jungle with waterfalls. Check out KZread john vos waterfalls Oregon. You and your family will want to see them, happy trails, last day of work 3/31🎉

  • @jamaxwell90
    @jamaxwell90 Жыл бұрын

    I stumbled across this video while looking for Crosstrek camping videos. I own one as well. Your photography and videography skills are awesome. I really enjoyed your video and hope your channel continues to grow!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou so much we really appreciate it! We love our crosstrek, just got back from camping in Anza Borrego State Park and it’s impressive what these little cars can do even on stock suspension!

  • @martinr8278
    @martinr8278 Жыл бұрын

    Nice to get away and in such a great little suv. Well done guys! Well thought out set up in the crosstrek.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou Martin!

  • @acaisadventures1062
    @acaisadventures1062 Жыл бұрын

    just autoplayed my way to this video.. wow great video so chill and i love how it isnt an annoying vlog... great work good music too

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou so much!

  • @SgtGold3
    @SgtGold3 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, I love this…getting my new Crosstrek Limited in a couple of weeks. I’ll definitely be subbing and following your adventures.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! You're going to love the Crosstrek, there's so much you can do with it!

  • @GarrettDanger_
    @GarrettDanger_9 ай бұрын

    As of right now im about a week away from getting a crosstrek of my own. Have always wanted a car to be able to travel in and go to places and it seemed like the best choice. This video really just solidified that I made a good choice and with the right stuff can make it a great car for great trips. Really love yalls build out of your crosstrek

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    9 ай бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! Congratulations on the new crosstrek, you are going to love it. Almost four years old and it’s taken us from the redwoods, to Moab and many places in between with no problems at all!

  • @philipdutton9831
    @philipdutton9831 Жыл бұрын

    Got my eye on a 2024 Crosstrek. Did Elk Prairie, Fern Canyon and a bunch else back in 2019. Can't wait to return.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    The new Crosstreks are looking pretty awesome! We love the car

  • @somethingelse25
    @somethingelse25 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful scenery and great Crosstrek. I have a 2020 Forester. I share ownership with my mother.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Very nice! We hope you’re enjoying it!

  • @somethingelse25

    @somethingelse25

    Жыл бұрын

    @@allyandandre thanks! We are!

  • @livingobject
    @livingobject Жыл бұрын

    jesus the cinematography and editing is unreal.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou very much!

  • @gaaarrryyy5
    @gaaarrryyy56 ай бұрын

    Really fantastic video. Y'all are living the dream!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    Thankyou! We are trying our best to enjoy life!

  • @KingSolrac
    @KingSolrac7 ай бұрын

    This video was so beautifully done!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    7 ай бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it!

  • @MtnfolkMike
    @MtnfolkMike Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video.. That is such a beautiful area..

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou! It was one of the most beautiful places I’ve been, I highly recommend it!

  • @Marleylucyandme
    @Marleylucyandme5 ай бұрын

    Nice vid! I have a 2017 crosstrek. Can’t wait to camp soon!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    5 ай бұрын

    Thankyou! Safe travels!

  • @stevendeblois2207
    @stevendeblois22077 ай бұрын

    Merci à vous pour partager ces magnifiques endroits et tout ça avec un Subaru 😉

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    Merci d'avoir regardé! :)

  • @filmheist
    @filmheist6 ай бұрын

    Wow, this is beautiful!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    Thankyou for watching!

  • @caffeinatedcameras
    @caffeinatedcameras10 ай бұрын

    Loved the song choice for the intro.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much!!

  • @mtang7071
    @mtang70713 ай бұрын

    You guys honestly deserve more subscribers. This vid is amazing

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    3 ай бұрын

    Thankyou so much! We’re trying!

  • @broinsocali
    @broinsocali9 ай бұрын

    Bucket list trip.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    8 ай бұрын

    Yes! A must see place!

  • @user-yn5bq2jn3v
    @user-yn5bq2jn3v Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful! Your photography, story, and score are above par! I had to research the songs you used for your video. Do I have your permission to advertise the four songs you used?

  • @outdoorcollectivePH
    @outdoorcollectivePH6 ай бұрын

    nice vid 😃happy camping!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    5 ай бұрын

    Thankyou! Happy camping to you as well!!

  • @gerrygatchalian8738
    @gerrygatchalian8738 Жыл бұрын

    I just bought a 2015 Forester XT and would like to do what you guys are doing. Enjoy your travels....

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! We hope you get our there soon!

  • @user-mq7fo3pq4q
    @user-mq7fo3pq4q7 ай бұрын

    不经意间,看了两遍。感叹,赞美。

  • @markreynolds3850
    @markreynolds38508 ай бұрын

    👍 nice video you guys 😊

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    8 ай бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it!

  • @BurakUZUNs
    @BurakUZUNs Жыл бұрын

    nice video!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou!

  • @suebrand4606
    @suebrand4606 Жыл бұрын

    Looking at Cross Trek the Outback! Looks like a Cross Trek and storing my stuff as well!!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    If we could do it all over again we would go with the Outback for the extra room. Goodluck on the search!

  • @loganpartyof4runner
    @loganpartyof4runner Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video and Crosstrek guys! I have one as well, though it is not nearly as cool. New subscriber here!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    All Crosstreks are cool 🙂 Thanks so much for joining us here! New videos coming soon!

  • @bonniel4325
    @bonniel4325 Жыл бұрын

    Great video, thanks for sharing. How did you get a level sleeping surface in your Crosstrek?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou! We use two small black and yellow bins stacked on top of each other on each side to support where our heads go. They also double as storage for supplies and food.

  • @mothlathlegolegote1066
    @mothlathlegolegote10667 ай бұрын

  • @cindynichols27
    @cindynichols27 Жыл бұрын

    Sorry if I missed it, but what was the music at the beginning? Thanks for this beautiful video.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    I finally found it! its called Immortality by Seryn

  • @Mikey23806
    @Mikey23806 Жыл бұрын

    I am picking up my 2024 Crosstrek Premium soon. You mentioned using heated blankets. Can those and the lights you had be plugged into the vehicle for long periods of time without draining the battery? Great video by the way!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    We currently use a 1500 watt portable generator. The blanket eats up a good amount of battery so we try to only use it when necessary but the lights can be on for a good portion of the night and not make a huge dent.

  • @jackthefunshack8618

    @jackthefunshack8618

    Жыл бұрын

    to use your vehicles cigarret lighter plugs your vehicle has to be running. They have a self protective shut off for when your vehicle is NOT running, because you DO NOT WANT TO DRAIN YOUR VEHICLE BATTERY, because then you would be stranded until you got a jump start. Better to get one of those battery/inverter power stations all in one, Jackery is the most popular name, but others are "better" and cheaper in many cases. (check out Bluetti! great value & features) You can charge those portable power stations by driving (plug THOSE into your cars ciggarrette lighter), by AC houshold plug, or by solar panels if you buy them.

  • @Mauriciop
    @Mauriciop6 ай бұрын

    Nice Video, I have a questions, what did you use to attach your awning to your basket? I have a basket and also a roam awning, the brakes the awning came with do not work with the basket, did you buy a different fitting kit? if you please can tell me how you attached it to your basket I will really appreciate it.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    Hello there! The way I got the awning to fit to my Yakima OffGrid basket was to get this plate that was made for this exact basket. lpaventure.com/products/lp-aventure-awning-plates-kit-for-yakima-offgrid?variant=31324079128713 I'm not sure if this exact one will work on your basket but I believe they make a few different ones. Try searching "LP Aventure Awning Plates".

  • @Mauriciop

    @Mauriciop

    6 ай бұрын

    @@allyandandre Thank you so much, I will do some research to see if it will work with my Thule xt basket.

  • @SergioGarcia39
    @SergioGarcia39Ай бұрын

    Really nice video! I just bought a Crosstrek and this video made me wanna go and explore the world with it! May I ask what rims are you using and the spcecs of those BF Goodrich? They look amazing

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Ай бұрын

    Thankyou! This little car has taken us to a lot of cool places and I’m sure you will do the same! The wheel is from Method Race Wheels (MR502 VT-SPEC 2) and the tires are 215/75/15.

  • @GeraldGGGGG
    @GeraldGGGGG8 ай бұрын

    Awesome vid! What’s your wheel and tire specs? And are you on stock suspension? Thanks in advance. ❤

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! Sorry this is late I didn't see the comment!! The wheel is the 502 VT-Spec | Matte Black 15x7 | 5x100mm | +15mm/4.60" from Method wheels and the tire is a BFG KO2 in 215/75/15. This car doesn't have a lift at the moment but I am thinking of putting one in the future!

  • @danesoaper
    @danesoaper Жыл бұрын

    Awesome Video! what is your rim and lift set up? I've been looking at method rims and a possible lift and your set up is exactly what I want to do.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! The wheel is the 502 VT-Spec | Matte Black 15x7 | 5x100mm | +15mm/4.60" from Method wheels and the tire is a BFG KO2 in 215/75/15. This car doesn't have a lift at the moment but I am thinking of putting one in the future!

  • @cormacsage7126
    @cormacsage7126 Жыл бұрын

    Im doing every national park after hitting Powerball jackpot tonight

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    What a dream!!

  • @johnvos-wn6ov

    @johnvos-wn6ov

    Жыл бұрын

    Every success begins with a dream.

  • @240hash
    @240hash Жыл бұрын

    What wheel and tire package do you have on it? The tires don’t seem to be protruding out as much as other crosstreks I’ve seen

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    The wheel is the 502 VT-Spec | Matte Black 15×7 1 5×100mm | +15mm/4.60" from Method wheels and the tire is a BFG K02 in 215/75/15. This car doesn't have a lift at the moment but I am thinking of putting one in the future.

  • @westcoast9285
    @westcoast928511 ай бұрын

    I live likely where your filming and drive my crosstrek to farm work off roading it works great.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    10 ай бұрын

    You live in a beautiful area, glad to hear you’re enjoying the crosstrek!

  • @readitoutloud
    @readitoutloud Жыл бұрын

    Hi great Video! What's that light bar on the front grille? Thanks.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! The light bar is from Heretic lights and it’s a 6” light bar.

  • @concrete_cowboy714
    @concrete_cowboy714 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! What are the trail names and also the camera equipment used?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou! I don’t remember every trail name but our favorite trail was the Boy Scout trail in Redwood National Park. This video was shot with the Sony A7siii with a 24-70 gm lens

  • @LtSHAKEnBAKE
    @LtSHAKEnBAKE6 ай бұрын

    First time seeing one of your videos (nicely done btw), what’s with the turf in the back of your xtrek? Is there a reason or just for fun?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    5 ай бұрын

    Hi there! Sorry I missed this comment! I appreciate you checking out our videos, the grass turf is half for fun and half for adding some cushion underneath our sleeping pads and blankets.

  • @fairooznabi9600
    @fairooznabi96007 ай бұрын

    Loved the video. Do you get good gas mileage with this cross trek? specially with those all terrain tires? Thank you!

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    7 ай бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! We get about 18mpg down from about 21mpg so I guess we made a sacrifice for the off road ability.

  • @fairooznabi9600

    @fairooznabi9600

    7 ай бұрын

    @@allyandandre oh wow that is a big hit though, what about on road mileage is it better?

  • @RaiderStache
    @RaiderStache Жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid. Do you mind giving out the location of this campground?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    This was Prairie Creek campground in Redwoods State park, it was a beautiful campground!

  • @stereode1uxe
    @stereode1uxe11 ай бұрын

    Nice Crosstrek. Good cinematography and music. Are you aware of any Subaru meet up groups here in San Francisco or the bay area? I’d love to connect with other Subaru owners.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    10 ай бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! We are not too familiar with the area as we are from Southern California.

  • @yutongzhang488
    @yutongzhang4883 ай бұрын

    What are the red blocks you put under the wheels? Nice video and love crosstrek.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    3 ай бұрын

    Hello, thankyou for watching! The blocks are leveling blocks for when we sleep in the car so that we aren’t tilting to one side.

  • @forester333
    @forester333 Жыл бұрын

    May I know what is the link to book camping sites at redwood? seems like you have to book it ahead from your video.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes we did book in advance, but if you choose off-season there is good amount of open spots to choose from. The campground is called Elk Prairie Campground www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=415

  • @forester333

    @forester333

    Жыл бұрын

    @@allyandandre Thank you :)

  • @ivanich2579
    @ivanich25797 ай бұрын

    Hi! Beautiful views. What type of sleeping carpet you used?)

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    7 ай бұрын

    Thankyou! I think the brand is High Sierra, its a cheap lightweight pad that we got from Costco!

  • @TheAntibyte
    @TheAntibyte6 ай бұрын

    I'm in the process of purchasing a Crosstrek (XV model), I was just wondering if your Crosstrek has been lifted or if you just put offroad tyres on it?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    Good luck with the process, when you finally get it you’re going to love it! At the moment it is not lifted, it has bigger tires. (215/75/15)

  • @TheAntibyte

    @TheAntibyte

    6 ай бұрын

    @@allyandandre wait...it only has 15" tyres? The one I'm getting comes with 17" rims.

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    @@TheAntibyte no the wheel size is 15”, i have aftermarket wheels. The car originally came with 17” wheels but I chose to go smaller on the wheel size to add more tire for off-roading.

  • @romanmunter800
    @romanmunter800 Жыл бұрын

    What brand is the over head tent thing that folds on the roof?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s a rooftop awning and it’s made by Roam Adventure Co.

  • @iamnassanc
    @iamnassanc Жыл бұрын

    May I please know the size of your Awning? Thank you 😊

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Of course, it's a 6'5 Roam awning in black. :)

  • @W.O.G
    @W.O.G Жыл бұрын

    Yesss..agree, would you share the gear list, please..including camera rig. Very talented also in post processing. Subs 👍

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou we appreciate it! We are working on a gear list and hope to make a video on it.👍

  • @superman5112
    @superman51126 ай бұрын

    What size tyres did you have on your crosstrek?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    6 ай бұрын

    These tires are 215/75/15

  • @acaisadventures1062
    @acaisadventures1062 Жыл бұрын

    what are those orange things youre parking on

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    They are leveling blocks to level out the car so that we aren’t sleeping on an uphill or downhill slope.

  • @acaisadventures1062

    @acaisadventures1062

    Жыл бұрын

    @@allyandandre so smart... imma buy some lol

  • @raulcruzquintanilla9834
    @raulcruzquintanilla9834 Жыл бұрын

    Anybody knows the track ID at the beginning?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Жыл бұрын

    I finally found it! its called Immortality by Seryn

  • @raulcruzquintanilla9834

    @raulcruzquintanilla9834

    Жыл бұрын

    @@allyandandre thanks!

  • @user-sr5nn1jt7b
    @user-sr5nn1jt7b10 ай бұрын

    what wheel is this?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    10 ай бұрын

    Hello, this is a Method Race Wheel MR502 VT-SPEC 2

  • @fritzentoma6067
    @fritzentoma6067Ай бұрын

    Size of awning😊?

  • @allyandandre

    @allyandandre

    Ай бұрын

    It’s a six and a half foot awning 👍

  • @fritzentoma6067

    @fritzentoma6067

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks❤

  • @peterjohnson617
    @peterjohnson617 Жыл бұрын

    I do not want to see people while camping