Extreme Winter Van Camping (Arctic circle)
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Well the time has finally come for me and my camper van to cross over into the Arctic circle and fulfil another dream of mine! In this winter van life episode I travelled up through Norway to reach the Arctic. The weather conditions and the scenery are unbelievable!
With temperatures dropping to -17 degrees celsius, things are really becoming far different to anything I've ever experienced camping in a van before.
This winter van life taken to the extreme!
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Grab a can of winter window washer fluid (eg -36C proof) which has alcohol in it. You can pour it into yout sink and gray water thank to keep them from freezing. (Also put that stuff in your washer fluid tank of course) 👋🏻🇫🇮
@mikeg2939
4 ай бұрын
And if all that fails, just drink it 😊
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Unfortunately it’s the pipes freezing underneath the van so it’s not somewhere that the washer fluid could sit
@ari.voutilainen
4 ай бұрын
@@Adz True, the fluid only works if you have trouble with the holding tank or valves which are under water ie in contact with the fluid. Safe travels, mate!
@Davejono2
4 ай бұрын
Vodka doesn't freeze . Get cheap vodka from Aldi
If the Jelly Bean could see you know : ) Congratulations Adz you only went and did it, the drone shots, the scenery and your editing are off the scale. It a stunning place that you are in for sure, drive safe and thanks for sharing your dream with us.
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
She’s here in spirit! Thanks so much as always!
Skilled story teller, absolutely knows his audience isn't bothered about clearing a number plate ! 😉🤣 absolutely right! 😜 stay safe in the Arctic! 🙌
Good to know you're keeping that number plate nice and clear.
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
It’s my favourite job each morning! 😂
Adz many thanks for bringing we viewers on your magnificent journey plus you are as funny as fook 🤣🤣👍❤
@chefluvfood
4 ай бұрын
Definitely one of the best original KZread channels love your random outbursts class 🤣😂
Wow Adz the footage is absolutely stunning !! Please be careful getting out of the van in just a sweatshirt if the central locking goes you will be stranded with no coat 🥶 I know I sound like your mum but I was getting anxious 🤣🤣 xxx
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
I hadn’t thought of that 😂 but yeah I rarely bother with a jacket or gloves unless I know I’ll be out for a long time. Maybe I should leave emergency gloves outside 😂
@wanderinwilds
4 ай бұрын
@@Adz 😝🤣🤣 and a coat !! 🤣🤣
watching this on a big screen at a backpackers hostel in Tongariro National Park in New Zealand .
@Adz
3 ай бұрын
Hope the drone footage looks good on that big screen! Thanks!
I love how you screw studs into your tyres. I’ve just had my low profile tyre repaired again from yet another screw in my tyre, causing a slow leak. The fun of living in a new build suburb. Therefore I could never screw anything into a tyre, not sure if I would choose to change the tyres to snow tyres or learn to use chains. As an Australian as far as I’m concerned snow is for skiing not driving. LOL. I’ve just found your channel and I’m loving your artic adventure. 😊
So it’s official, not only are you nuts, but an intrepid Adzventurer with bollox the size of footballs. Full respect for doing something that few could only dream off. Thanks for sharing it mate 👍🏻
If you get an usb mug warmer or similar, a cigarette lighter would be brilliant and run it to where your sink runs out, the warmer air should clear the sink, then just don't let it be filled, actually it's probably only blocked at the exit if you don't have an S bend.
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
It was blocked underneath the van. I could use a heat gun to clear it but it’d just keep happening
@James_Innes
3 ай бұрын
You can get a wire that heats up and wrap it around the frozen drain pipes - just switch it on to melt them. (I got one from a garden centre for warming the soil to start seedlings off early)@@Adz
Now don't forget that The Empire Strikes Back Star Wars happened not far from where you are, at Finse. So yes, it's another planet. What a trip!
Would love to see more of the adventure - more local info, more living in the van, more cooking, more!! Thanks
Keep in mind that driving at 40 mph in -20 F generates a wind chill of -85 F. The battery stops charging, brakes freeze, windows crack, and motor fuel turns to slush even if not frozen due to condensation in the fuel. Two other Arctic adventurers are not filing videos on schedule. Know when to turn back before the worst happens.
I'm so happy you didn't give up & go back home when you had the issue with the heater 💪👏👏
I wasn't sure if pigeons could fly in freezing weather but so far, so good. Keep trucking!
Memories that you will have for life if you manage this trip you and pigeon are unstoppable xxx
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Yeah I’ve made soooo many memories :) it’s been amazing! Thank you :) x
The reason why the hgv beept was because you indicated that you were turning off bit last minute. Hgv's are doing 90km on the snow and need time to slow down if you turn. The can't slam the brakes on like on a dry road. ( I'm a European hgv driver myself)
Three things have amazed me during this vlog, 1 is a absolutely amazing video and one i would like to do one day, 2 your hand brake works and 3 the thermopro's work, all in all bloody epic and the scenery is better than a old FHM magazine . 👍👍
Unlike your wheel studs, these episodes are gripping!
This is proving to be a delightful video series. No surprise - all your videos are delightful. Stay safe and warm!
Awesome set of videos! Can’t wait for the next one.
Great video and lovely scenery. The van is doing well . Harsh weather
You should be able to rig up a camera on top of a coffee mug, just a plastic cover, maybe with a glove or similar, or it stays warm while filming outside.
Yes going well. So glad. Looks incredible!
More incredible cinematography. Outstanding. Loving this adventure
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
The truck gave you a mouthful because you didn’t give him much notice you’re pulling off he can’t slam his brakes on
Perfect van interior, thx for the vid
Yet another brilliant video bro! keep doing what your doing and stay safe! ❤
Good vibes mate love the video's keep up the good work!
Really enjoyable been looking forward to to all the videos nice one
Congratulations man, you did it - so looking forward to the rest of this trip!
Great update mate, looking forward to the next one.
Enjoyed that congratulations on your trip, mate. I'm looking forward To the next episode Keep safe
Great video and drone footage loving watching them
Another ace video! The journey is incredible 😁😁
Cool update Adz, love the snow and mountains amazing.
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thanks mate!
The B roll is amazing, great video!
Absolutely amazing Adz”s love the footage amazing driving take care.
Adam visit Tromso you wont regret it mate and try get some videos of the northern lights 🙌🙌
All the textures you’ve used in your van give it a great look and feel 👍🏻
I am about to drive into the Swiss Alps in a week and was all concerned with freezing cold temperatures while staying in the van…feel ready for it after watching this trip of yours 😂😂
Great vlog ! Your videography is amazing fella some great scenery ! Well done you 👍
Great video and really good to see the Arctic circle centre in its current conditions our plan is to be there on May 1st when it reopens.
Come across your channel when you started this Arctic trip, excellent content mate. Your a brave man doing this all by yourself, really hope your channel takes off so you can continue doing amazing videos like this. Looking forward to the next one
That’s amazing mate, you’re a very brave man going into the artic this time of year! Putting it to the limit 💪, looking forward to next chapter!!
Loving it. 👏
Great video as always.you are living your dream.go careful and enjoy.
Great vlog ,loving the trip some great scenery
Made a great job of your van conversion. Stay safe enjoy the drive 🙂
Evening Adam…..been waiting for this ….. ps if Becky was there, she’d still be wearing pyjama shorts and a bra top…..lol 👍🇮🇲👌
Yet another amazing video Adam, well done on reaching the circle, drive safe and looking forward to the next episode! You deserve way more followers on YT.
Brilliant episodes Adz! Keep em coming. Before you started this journey I was saying the same thing
Awesome series mate, glad the pigeon got you there safely 👌🏻
Amazing video, the Arctic Circle is simply beautiful. The pasta skit was very funny. I wish it was cold here in Texas, it got up to 36.1c/ 97f today.
The dad humor will serve you well ... eventually.
Loving these videos mate, it’s great to see how far you’ve came from a little caddy to an Arctic adventure in the Pigeon. Keep up the good work 👊🏻 Hope you’re having a blast 👌🏻
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thanks mate! Hopefully catch up at an event soon !
Top work 👏, never thought you'd make it!
This is amazing mate
Wow stunning Adz, Another gr8 episode. Stay safe and keep the pigeon warm. Safe travels, Maxx
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thank you as always!
Lofoten legendary ski spot. You’re gonna love it
Another brilliant episode adz , full of comedy reviews on food and awesome views of an amazing winter wonderland 💪💪💪👍👍👍💙💙💙👏👏👏
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Cheers and safe travels Adam! Love your channel and can't wait for the next episode! Come to Canada on your next adZventure!
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thanks! And Canada is definitely on my list!
Really enjoying this series.
what an achivement unlocked, Atric Circle!! what a journey. looks awesome.
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Well done..stunning landscape...enjoy
Wow, Adz!! The footage you are getting on this trip just blows me away. Some truly stunning videos 😊 You're documenting the trip of a lifetime in the most spectacular way. It truly is next level! I really do hope your channel blows up as you have put so much work into the whole thing, you 100% deserve to have so many more subs! Literally on the edge of my seat watching this series, can't wait for the next one! Also slightly baffled how you're doing it all just wearing your ordinary clothes!? Are you not freezing? 😂
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Yeah I definitely put all my time and effort into this channel! I’m going to keep at it and hopefully one day something really takes off! And yeah there’s definitely been points when I’ve got very cold. Mainly just my hands though because I rarely wear gloves. It makes it hard to use the cameras with gloves on!
Another awesome video. Congratulations for making it to the Arctic Circle.
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Loving this 👍🏻
Congratulations ❄thank you for sharing
another great episode bud
Great video . Living the dream !
Hey Ad, loving catching up with your Arctic trip so far. Its good to see the freedom you have created. Videos are great as usual and the drone shots are just incredible. Fair play for you doing all of this on your own what an achievement, its super inspiring to see. Take care, drive safe and happy travels 🤙🏻✌🏻
Nice adventure pal. Great episode
Epic series this man 😎 keep it up
Bring back great memories did your route last November December.
Wow! Kudos to you taking that drive on Adam! I’m apprehensive when there’s an inch of the white stuff or slush here in Blighty so I’d imagine I’d be as white as the snow driving through that! Awesome scenery and can’t wait for the next one! Stay safe 👍🏻
That’s some wicked footage pal, the pigeons done you good 👍🏼 keep it up and be save 👌🏼👊🏼😜
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thanks mate!
You did not miss to much at the arctic circle center, a good but expensive elk burger menu and a lot of souvenirs. This place is pretty crowded with RV´s in the big season anyway. The Lofotes however are absolutely worth the trip. However I fear most of the must sees there should have been shut down for winter as well. There is a Wiking Longhouse Museum in the South that is really great to visit (but will be shut down as well I fear)
Great video mate👍
Your videos are very humorous and different from the norm well done and safe travels
Well done! 😊
Great video..stay safe mate 👍
Love this ❤
You Ain't As You Are Green Cabbage Looking !😂 Keep it up loving how you make it look easy when it obviously is not😉🤙 !
Well done man!
Brilliant man
Great video, not sure if someone has mentioned it but for your sink. I have seen videos from others in the artic who have been using cordless power tool heat guns to melt frozen pipes etc underneath/outside the van
I want more ! Can't wait for the next episode mate !
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thanks mate. Hope you enjoy the rest!
Fab video x
It looks beautiful well done you should be proud of what you have achieved 🎉
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thank you! And yeah I’m pretty happy that I’ve done this :)
Nicely done Adz.
Doing well mate. Great job.
Loved it, thanks for sharing xxx
@Adz
4 ай бұрын
Thank you :) hopefully catch up soon!
Fantastic Video
Well done lad 💪🏻😎🌞
What a beautiful looking place
Another excellent video :)
This video was the one…(you waited for years for 👏)
Congratulations mate. 👍
Happy camping