I was hoping jay was going to give Alex the Mercedes’ camper but I feel like Alex wouldn’t even take it lol

@marcinmerrimack1726

2 жыл бұрын

And, Sean, you should take back all your commas.

@laska907

2 жыл бұрын

Right! What is the point of growing old with more wealth than you need? I would really love for Jay to give some of his vehicles to people who will actually use them instead of just hoard them.

@23ofSeptember

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Its not like Jay can't afford to give it away. In fact, I'm surprised Mercedes doesn't try to sponsor Alex with this vehicle.

@rayjimenez-rp1fy

2 жыл бұрын

@@23ofSeptember I think because they know Alex doesn’t promote being rich and that type of lifestyle.

@brandonb.5304

2 жыл бұрын

I mean, at this point, Alex could easily afford to upgrade his van if he wanted to. The point is that he's happy with simplicity.

Alex: I live simply and enjoy my life by doing what I love Jay: Look what I can afford.

@Zharkan16

Жыл бұрын

yeah, was kind of weird of Jay, what did he want to achieve by showing off that van?

@seyumaiayami3536

Жыл бұрын

@@Zharkan16 Its for his show and Alex could easily afford something like that.

@patrickp9651

Жыл бұрын

@@Zharkan16 First I thought it was weird too that Jay showed off his van to Alex but hey he worked hard for it. I enjoy seeing his luxury van.

Ill never get over free solo.. Ive never sweat so much and been as nervous as I was watching this film.. This guy is beyond human.

@chefduke3719

Жыл бұрын

The most you've ever sweat is from watching a film? You sound like the most inactive person on the planet.

the thing is- alex could definitely get a revel and deck it out to full comfort. he just finds enjoyment in simple living and if its not broke- don't fix it. what a gem

Kind of ironic that Honnold could afford to buy that $180k monstrosity, but doesn't. One admirable dude.

@amosburton

2 жыл бұрын

That is not irony. You're likely shooting for humble/unpretentious/modest/etc...

@ChalkIsCheapMotherF

2 жыл бұрын

As Alex said when he bought his first refrigerator " This is perfectly adequate"

@georgespalding7640

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think he really feels comfortable with real fancy things. He got so used to living in the small Van, that he wouldn't feel right in the Big one.

@johnyang1420

2 жыл бұрын

Why is that admirable?

@cauthoncrazy

2 жыл бұрын

@@ChalkIsCheapMotherF Great laugh in that doc

The dude is a beast. I think he could retire from climbing and start a career pulling wisdom teeth out with his bare fingers.

@noodlehead199999

Жыл бұрын

I now have to live with the fear that Alex could reach into my mouth and rip out individual teeth 🤮😂

@sadhu7191

Жыл бұрын

If he dies he dies he knows the risk as your being put to sleep

@jonsima72

Жыл бұрын

Funniest comment of this video

@cicatrace

Жыл бұрын

🤣 his fingers too large tho ;)

Thanks for uploading this because that means he hasn't fallen to his death. Alex is a special breed of human.

I am living in a van 4,5 years now, BEST decision of my life! Free solo is such a great documentary.

@Radiatoron88

Жыл бұрын

I'm just curious--where do you go when you need to, er, defecate? And what about taking a shower or bath? What is it that you like so much about living in a van? Do you travel a lot, and is that the main attraction for you?

Leno has got a bit of bass to his voice now. Never expected to see these two hitting it off, it was pretty entertaining!

Such a unique collab for both of these badasses...an insane collision of universes! Whatever producer thought about doing this deserves a bonus!

@thalesvilar2233

2 жыл бұрын

100% agreed haha

Admire the heck out of Alex Honnold. I am sure he could afford an Earth Roamer at $500k but lives simply leave a small footprint.

@RealFableFox

Жыл бұрын

Small is keyword. Earth Roamer is more of an overlander. More in the bigger tough vehicle category. It is hard to go to his popular location (which some road might have 20 foot limit). Hence the van. 4x4 popularity in RV van comes later [ you can say they arrived when Wiinnegabo made Revel ] but previously you either has to make one yourself or go Sports Mobile route. But for a one person a van is a logical choice. Earth Roamer is more for family travelling the world.

@BaldMancTwat

Жыл бұрын

@@RealFableFox An Earth Roamer would also be a pain to drive. So much so, that you'd probably need (want) a driver.

Alex does own a HOME in Las Vegas by the way. For some reason they "forgot" to mention that in the video.

@plutoplatters

2 жыл бұрын

yep... that would make his "less mystical" to own a home.

@georgespalding7640

2 жыл бұрын

@@plutoplatters Although he did pretty much live in his van for 15 years in the past, his lifestyle has changed a bit after his income increased dramatically in the last 3 or 4 years.

@_trbr

2 жыл бұрын

@@georgespalding7640 Not "pretty much". He did live in a van full time for 15 years. Also, even 10 years ago as a professional climber, Alex could most certainly afford a home. He wasn't making tons of money like a pro basketball or football player or something, but definitely enough to live in a house. In a few older interviews he has stated that he "makes about the same as a successful dentist".

@highlyfavored2434

2 жыл бұрын

@@georgespalding7640 plus he's married now and bought the Vegas home at the time so his then girlfriend would have a home . They also have a home in Tahoe which they remodeled that belonged to one of his grandparents or something

@georgespalding7640

2 жыл бұрын

@@_trbr Plus he's the star of the most successful documentary movie about climbing in history, Free Solo. Alex is doing very well now for himself. Of course money is not his big motivator except for he can use it for some of his charities.

Alex is so humble

Jay's lucky....Alex usually makes everyone do finger hangs from the door overhang fingerboard, to see if they're worthy to enter. Alex is the true road warrior....straight up a vertical cliff-face. Sans everything....except fingers.

$180,000 vs $30,000...go with the Ram. The Ram Promaster is a joy to drive. The massive windshield and gargantuan side mirrors give you a commanding view of the road The only thing I would suggest to Alex is put the Prime Design cargo rack on top. It latches on to the factory tabs on the roof, then put your solar panels on top of the rack as well as throw a Surfboard/SUP/Canoe/Kayak for some water sports along the way. I have one on my 118" Ram and use it for my solo canoe. I went for the smaller van with the low roof, but you can almost stand up straight so it's not that bad but it's cavernous inside and I keep it modular for both camping and hauling stuff because that's what a van is made for.

@nelinno04

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed on RAM, but $30k for a converted promaster is nonsense, idk how they figured that in the video. A used promaster with 50-100k miles and no conversion work runs $30k.

@NikoMoraKamu

Жыл бұрын

ive tested both in the cargo version , here in europe the Ram is a fiat ducato , and the other one is a mercedes sprinter that style of van is the most used here , both of them have giant windshields , an elevated view of the road and they are very confotable even for long travels also pretty fast

A lot of climbers, photographers, mtn bikers, hikers, and retirees are living and loving van life.

Way to go Alex! I'm a full time RV'er, I appreciate your simplistic lifestyle!

@jimmyc6686

2 жыл бұрын

I hope one day to live a few years at least in a van or rv

His movie was the most nerve-wracking thing I've seen in a movie or documentary. Just one tiny mistake or something unknown and that's it. Living on the edge.

I did the vanlife for a year, and I made daily use of a 5-gallon bucket, lined with a plastic bag.

Lmao at the beginning! Only Jay can make me laugh like that!

I was hoping Jay was going to give him that sweet van!!

"There's no bathroom in yours right?" "Well I've got a bottle" Hahahaha

I think it was Potter, or someone else describing this new kid in Yosemite, “this young guy shows up with big ears, and a bad haircut” lol.

Alex is the definition of cool

You will end up living in a van, down by the river and become a motivational speaker!

@icecreamforcrowhurst

2 жыл бұрын

Also known as 90’s: “If you don’t get your life together you’ll be living in a van down by the river” 00’s: “If you get your life together you may be able to afford living in a van down by the river”

3:45 Alex might want to think about drinking some more water....

Jay is just flexing on Alex haha

every time i see jay it makes me smile. oh and alex is pretty cool too.

That's a funny collaboration. Alex must be good with fixing mechanical problems with the van since he's on the road a lot.

nice to have any thing you need so close at hand

Jay bought himself a huge, expensive, uppity house in Newport Beach. This is the original area where many of the richest people in the world chose to live next to each other. It's all about money, country clubs, aristocrats, snobbery and not mingling with lower classes. Jay isn't as much of a snob as most of the people in Newport, but money gives away a persons thoughts and priorities, his character. He's rich, has a huge car museum, at least two lavish homes, the list goes on. Jay doing this video about a young man who's not materialistic and lives in a van is more than odd. Jay is deserving of what he has as he earned it. However van dwelling is about character too, about life, not wealth.

@UncleFjester

2 жыл бұрын

Lower Class has nothing in common with rich people. What would you possibly talk about? Oh Maybe the paint peeling on your dodge neon?

@jr.6199

2 жыл бұрын

Look at Neil Young as an example of a successful human w empathy and causes which help people & planet, yet has a big garage. Being like Alex is not the same as helping humanity, like Neil does.

@itsCheezeh

2 жыл бұрын

@@jr.6199 Have you even heard of the Honnold Foundation?

@georgespalding7640

2 жыл бұрын

Jay interacts with people of all ages, classes, races, cultures, he doesn't seem to discriminate about who he does shows or videos with. Of course his main gig is the Automotive Culture which is almost always integrated into his videos in one way or another.

@georgespalding7640

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsCheezeh I know. Alex gives 1/3 of his income to his foundation and after Taxes that doesn't leave him much left for himself.

The thing about that Winebago is more moving parts means more crap that needs to be fixed.

Jay should do the right thing and sponsor/donate that nice new Mercedes van to this champion athlete.

@bkl8804

2 жыл бұрын

If it doesn't involve a ball of some kind, he may not recognize it as a real sport. This coming from a lifelong rock climber who has never been understood by his extended family.

Very cool! I'm really loving these shows! Is there any way they could be just a little longer? Maybe ten minute segments? I feel like a little more about the cars and people could be explained.

@bubblybubbles9052

Жыл бұрын

It felt short for me too.... However, keep em wanting more...

Love Jay

Driving out to good climbing routes would inevitably lead to narrow and harsh terrain. I think having something so valuable would cause anxiety. Having a cheap van that can absorb some scratches and dents makes it more fun.

Awesome ❤️❤️❤️

This video had promise and delivered on exactly 0% of that promise.

Nice one-upper Jay! To be expected!

what a crossover

Love Jay and Alex together! Never thought I’d see Jay living the van life.

@Obiter3

2 жыл бұрын

... and you never will. Ten pounds from now you'll be seeing Jay living on the business end of the forklift life just to pick up his hate letters from the mailbox. 📬

@zeez9053

2 жыл бұрын

@@Obiter3 👍🇬🇧😂

C'mon Jay, give him the new van!

Alex and Jay live in two different universes))

This guy has life all figured out.

So short, I wanted morrre! Lol 💕👍

Honnold is a millionaire many times over. Dude just doesn’t care about materialistic things!

@NoahR-di1nu

2 жыл бұрын

maybe although he has said before he doesn't particularly like living out a van and would rather live out of a house but a van is the best way to travel around throughout the seasons.

@stevenmeyer9674

2 жыл бұрын

"Millionaire many times over" I don't think so.

@steez5769

2 жыл бұрын

Says he has a net worth around $2 million.

Jay's van will be a target for break-ins unlike Alex's 😃

He lives in a van, down by the river!

@michaelb1761

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, by the Merced River in Yosemite when the Park Service lets him.

Alex could win American Ninja without even competing.

I think the world is tired of Jay. Give it up friend. You had a good run.

I tried watching free solo, but my hands couldn’t hold on.

Jay's been eating a little much of his mom's cooking ;- )

At least jay is honest about the ticket to the 4 seasons

Haha Jay Leno 🤣 Alex Honnold is arguably more funny, because he's unintentional about it and real. 👍

This is like Redman's Cribs episode lol

Great guy as was the late Le Clerc 🙏

jay just brings that to flex on him like wtf

El Captain HAHAHA

I can't BELIEVE Jay didn't give him that van or Mercedes didn't donate it to him. If anyone deserves it it's Alex! Did that surprise anyone else? That really bothered me but that's just my thoughts, I always enjoy helping others.

@beingofstrange

Жыл бұрын

@@JSIIC what point is that

@Nismo331

Жыл бұрын

Alex can afford any van he wants,probably likes this one

@dinoXAs2

Жыл бұрын

You people are so stupid nowdays.

@soundninja99

Жыл бұрын

Alex probably wouldn't want it. He could afford it himself and chooses to live in his "crappy" van

I thought Jay was gonna give Alex the Mercedes would've been cool man nice van doh.

I was hoping Jay would give Alex a chance to tour the 'Bago and elicit his feedback!

Just imagine if Alex already had the benz lol

I wonder if Jay is going to give the Mercedes to him?

@orionwarren4244

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts. I'm thinking NO

@georgespalding7640

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that too but Alex makes pretty good money on the movie residuals and other products that he endorses in the climbing culture.....He's doing OK although he donates too much money to his charity IMHO. He's a humble guy with a big heart.

@rebeccasparks4780

2 жыл бұрын

@@georgespalding7640 what is IMHO ? For some reason I'm not too sure how accurate this video is ? Something does not seem right.

@TheSubieFan

2 жыл бұрын

The van is part of an omaze give away.

@scubatrucker6806

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSubieFan I saw that 3 days after i watched the video . Thanks

2 super successful down to earth dudes who both don't give a rat's-ass about what they look like, especially their hair. Refreshing in this artificial plastic world.

It would have been nice to gift him the nice van as a surprise

Normally jay's guests would switch cars, this guy obviously didnt

Jay, the cool guy in the club that you ain't in 😂

How relevant I was just talking about this guy today

Its a shame, but "Van Life" hasn't gotten the greatest press recently.

@matthewalkman386

2 жыл бұрын

whocares, we love it.

@Dave1507

2 жыл бұрын

that's probably because of all the yt-"influencers" who just show off.

For a minute I thought Jay was going to give the luxury van 🚐 away… 🤷🏽‍♀️

3.38 Jay drives in his sleep.

Alex is a STUD

They could have ridden in the same van. I don't know why jay insists on doing this. Whatever. I still love Jay's content.

@robadams1645

2 жыл бұрын

I assume it's a product placement thing. Mercedes / Winnebago provides him with the vehicles to showcase. I could be wrong, since Leno famously owns hundreds of cars. But I kinda doubt he owns that RV. Doesn't seem like his style.

So he lived in THIS 2016 van for 15 years? Nice work guys.

@obligateherbivore

Жыл бұрын

It said he lived in vans for 15 years, and not that van specifically.

I’m impressed that Jay did a segment on converted vans. And his Mercedes is very nice.

I thought Jay was going to give him the new van

I’d take Alex’s van anyway

If were as rich as Jay Leno, I would have just given the van to Alex as a gift.... hand em the keys and say "Hear ya go buddy."

Best athlete in the world

Came to find out who Alex Honnold is... stayed for the puns.

Leno is a shadow of his former self.

Watching Alex climb makes my hands sweat so no rock climbing for me.

Who’s idea was it to have this dude on and then just smoke his van with a better one?😂

I thought Jay's gonna give Alex a new van. That's the logical thing to do when you pull out a van side by side. What's the point of all that if you are not gonna give him the van in the end.

I really thought Jay would just gift the Mercedes van to Alex. What a bummer...

I thought jay would give his van to him

@dfab1526

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same. Also, Jey does not need the van... he is not a climber.

@fatjoe1251

2 жыл бұрын

@@dfab1526 right i forgot only climbers need vans .. jokes aside the van's probably not even jays anyway and i doubt alex would take it he could have bought one already himself if he really wanted to

@AGH331

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, that van looks terrible on the inside. Loads of pointless stuff, nothing personalised, no warm wooden surfaces such as in Alex van. I doubt he'd like it at all.

That goat did NOT get back up... Half way through the 'funny story' Alex remembered the cameras were rolling 😟

he lived in it for 15 years but it's a 2016 model? and this came out in 2021? How?

Just don't mistake it for the orange juice

I expected that Mercedes van to be donated to Alex.

Van dwellers spend so much time and money on these build outs, I can never understand why they start with the promaster. That 4wd Mercedes is the way

@redauwg911

Жыл бұрын

$180,000 😟

I love Jay Leno , he's a National treasure 💖

@zepolcin2412

2 жыл бұрын

No he’s not.

@zeez9053

2 жыл бұрын

@@zepolcin2412 i fully agree👍🇬🇧

Team Hawk

Haha the Fiat is a Ram in the US..! I’ll have the Merc thanks!

@illletmyselfout.8516

2 жыл бұрын

Fiat ducato in Australia is a shitbox lemon

@MeanGeneSanDiego

2 жыл бұрын

Maintenance for the Merc. runs about $2000 a year.

this episode did not make any sense...felt like Leno was making fun of Alex or didnt take him serious...at least let him drive the new van...isnt that the whole point?

Leno is a treasure to this nation and beyond.

Is Jay high on pills?

He has a house

If ever i get 200k just laying around I'm going for Revel that's definitely my Dream(rather have that then any super car or any mansion for that fact.).. Since i was a kid i wanted to live on the road in a nice small van. My dream is getting away from me more and more due to everything costing an arm and a leg due to the "VanLife" social media phenomenon . Now a 2011 jetta is my Home for the now. Hopefully one day the sun will shine on me.

I have the same van, but 2018, his build inside is very basic, not at all luxurious. He does ruff it even though he doesnt have to... just the very basic necessities. But after 15 years in vans, Im not surprised he doesn't need the luxuries of a high end build. Its just not that important to him.