Chris is a great ambassador for the industry and Volvo. He is plain spoken, easy going and passionate about giving quality work. Chris would be a great person to us for product testing/ advertising!
Chris (LetsDig18) saved my life. I found his channel during a very dark time in my life and through his whit, passion and fun I was hooked. I found I could immerse myself in Chris' video and escape the darkness that had overtaken my life. Sure, I had lots of other work to do to get myself better but the positive nature of Chris' humanity mattered. Thanks for showcasing him as he has showcased Volvo Equipment.
A huge attraction to his videos is the narration. He's constantly explaining what he's thinking and doing. Then he punctuates every 10 minutes or so with a break in the action and a more direct explanation of progress or next phase etc.. It's interesting and very relaxing to watch.
Chris said it himself, he’s nobody special. What is special is his passion for his craft and excellent work ethic. Anyone who regularly follows LD18 has heard him working while he’s sick, tired or both but he always produces the best product he can, no matter the situation. He is also passionate about his equipment. He said, “I just film what I do”. That includes daily maintenance and involved maintenance on his equipment. He knows that if he takes care of it, it’ll take care of him. You can also tell when he’s not happy about the appearance of his gear when it’s covered in hydraulic fluid, oil or mud. He takes as much pride in his equipment as he does in his work. Volvo should be proud of the ambassador they have in Chris Guins!
Chris - LetsDig18 - is hard working and natural. His videos are easy and informative to watch along with being entertaining. Thanks for this coverage too.
Chris is the best person that Volvo could've found using there equipment. They should be very happy with him and extend him a lot of gratitude and use him as there number one ambassador and supply him with what he needs to do his job. Thank you Chris for all you do for us ❤️
I like Chris's editing style. Doesn't add any extra fluff that distracts you from the work he's doing. He's been editing that way for like 15 years, no reason to change it now.
I’ve been watching Chris (letsdig18), almost since the beginning. He’s one of the reasons why I got into grading 4 years ago and turned out to be something I’m passionate about and enjoy. I’ve learned a lot from his videos. Whether it’s being able to see his thought process on each job, or even just looking back when he only had 1-2 tractors and now has an entire fleet. I appreciate everything he does and taking the time to share with others. Chris is great at what he does and I hope to meet one day. Thank you, Ashton Whittaker
Chris you are indeed someone special. I was seriously depressed and listless due to health issues. Then I found your videos and have watched every one because I have always been interested in heavy equipment and engineering. I love your projects, your NC scenery and your great friends. You sure make my life better. Thank you.
Chris Letsdig18 has easily one of the best channels on RU-vid from every possible aspect. Just his personality comes across as someone everyone would like to have as a close friend. His work ethic is definitely "old school Americana" He makes his episodes mesmerizing to watch. Plus there's the cool fact he's started setting up the meet and great get togethers with Mike Dirt Perfect, Matt Diesel Creek and others involved in his industry that are an absolute hoot to watch. I also like that he includes coverage of when he's working with his Uncle John. That's gotta be special type of memories he'll cherish well after his Uncle John has passed on.
One of the things I like best about Chris, is that he does every job like he was doing it for himself, no short cuts or sloppy work is allowed ! Says a lot about his integrity and up bringing, as a fellow tarheel me dad always taught and told me to make it look like we done it, no matter how small the project was !! Quality work always sales without complaints !!
Chris is the best of YT for me. Volvo should sponsor him with a new 220 or piece of equipment of his choice. I’m absolutely sure Chris’s videos have sold much Volvo equipment 👍🏼
An avid follower of Chris / LetsDig18, from Vancouver, Canada. Initially captivated by his talents on a wide variety of machinery, his professional skills & work ethic, which progressed to an admiration of the man himself & his personality. A generous mix of honesty, humour & unscripted reality. He enjoys what he does & it shows. His peers have shared that admiration on many videos. It's great to see that his personal rewards for his efforts have become a beautiful home / farm & the plans he has for it. I feel fortunate to follow him on that journey thru his videos as his plans unfold.
Chris has to be one the most real content creator folks out there currently. It’s him and his machines and the job. No craziness or fluff. He’s a great ambassador for Volvo and it’s products.
Chris' projects are always a fantastic to watch.. start to finish, sometimes over many videos. But I think what I love watching is just his pure skill. I don't know how to describe it any other way than "artistry".
Chris Guins is a Real person, and a good individual. I have enjoyed watching his videos for a few years now. Glad to see real down to earth good people still in the world. His Grandpa was a great influence and we get to experience the result.
Well Chris you ARE Special because you do it correct the first time. I appreciate the way you take care of your business and equipment. Clean and serviced before you go home each night. You treat people with respect. Even tempered. Great friends and dogs. Videos are great.
Chris’ skills as an operator are impressive. He’s a master of his craft and a student of efficiency. His channel is consistent with regular, informative, and entertaining posts. Love to watch!
We have taken our Hats off to Chris when we starting to follow his Channel and we will take our Hats off into the Future - Chris has a Huge Knowledge Base of Equipment and Machinery and lets NOT forget the Maintenance as well ! The Work Chris is doing is Fantastic - he gives the Client 110 % ! He made also soooooooooo many Friends as well ! PS - most Times he has a Smile on his Face - not too much gets his Up-set ! We love his Work ! Cheers from us in Australia !!!!
I've followed Chris for years and always keep up with his videos, I have an office job - I've been thinking about what makes channels like Chris' successful for a long time. It seems to me that what people like to see is people who work hard and give a damn about what they do: it could be anything from operating a nuclear reactor, through to flying an aircraft, digging big holes in the ground to cleaning sewers; if people see that passion on video sooner or later they will get found and people will go mad for it. I also think there's separately an aspect for those of us who do desk jobs to vicariously get to see a bit of that outdoor life. I bet Chris and channels like his are huge recruiters for the construction industry too.
With Chris what you see is what you get, down to earth, honest individual, either you like him or you don't he doesn't put up any kind of front to get you to watch his channel !!
Great video of Chris and his channel, as he is an outstanding ambassador of the skills it takes to be a great operator and his & his uncles commitment to Volvo Equipment! Also I hope as I sit here in Scotland UK, that Volvo recognizes the depth & breath of his following across the entire world and that they see Volvo equipment almost every day of the week.
Very nice👍🏻..im glad your huge company recognizes Chris and his love for the 2 main Volvo machines he has (and his uncle too)..i subbed to this channel a long time ago when you guys posted the video of Chris way back when ("the day in the life of youtube star Chris Guins") thanks for todays video too👌🏻 have a great day!!
And that's why I watch his channel. He doesn't think he's some sort of star like most on RU-vid. Although he kind of is, he's hands down the best equipment operator I have ever seen. Hats off to Volvo for showing a Hyundai dozer in one of its promotional videos.
Add my comment to the pile of others who've voiced their respect for Chris' work ethic, skill, and easy going attitude. Volvo is lucky to have him showcasing their equipment.
Chris ever since I watched my first video of you and the work you do you have my utmost respect. I started my career in tree and park division in the town I grew up in. I ran equipment and drove truck. You make it look so easy. I understand that's not the case ! After 5 years doing what I did I transfered to full time firefighter in the same town. I just retired after combined time of 33 1/2 years. Most people do not understand the toll it takes on your body doing what you do day in and day out. I know it's the passion of seeing the job through that keeps you going and the love of operating machinery. I have been watching faithfully for 4 years now. Keep up the great work !
I have always enjoyed watching your video's. It puts the amount of work required in a perspective we can understand. I am continually amazed with what you accomplish with your equipment. Keep up the good work, it makes for great viewing..
Watching the sunrise over that glorious oak tree which has its own story which I love because I did the same thing. Chris was my 1st ever subscription on RU-vid and is the person I most look forward to watching. His formula hasn't changed over all these years. Work...Film it... Share it. Simple. Thanks.
Well... having done editing, Chris has explained the most important part of editing. GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY, GOOD VIDEO CAMERA WORK. Chris' videos are great because he learned this early on with minimal equipment. He also knows what he wants to shoot. It doesn't make it easy, but it makes it a lot less hard. Listen to the man would be videographers. He has learned how to do it.
I really enjoy Chris's videos mostly because he explains what and why he is doing what he is doing. Im not in the excavation area but knowing how he sees the problems and tackles the work makes it fascinating to me personally!
Great video! Your videos are some of my favorites because you show the beginning, the process and the end. I feel like I've been on the job journey with you for the most part. I want my own excavator someday and feel maybe I can clear my own land by watching you do it! Looking forward to the next project!
You have given me hours of pleasure over the years watching your skills and these days the videos tell more of a story and you introduced me to Mr Bealy Good.
I don't have a life-affirming story, I just like watching the machines working, and the education about what he's doing as he's doing it. It's made me much more tolerant of ongoing building works.
Excellent Individual and Very Hard Working. Chris and his Uncle, John, have Succeeded so Strongly because their Work Ethic is as High as it gets. Thx! 👍
Chris let's dig 18 is awesome I'm glad he puts out the videos in the content he does and watching the machines are a big plus he's a hard-working individual it seems like you never stops start I enjoy watching everyone of his videos I hope he's able to continue doing what he does and I hope someday Volvo would support him with some pretty cool equipment
We LOVE Chris and his channel! Volvo is very fortunate to have Chris as a loyal Volvo owner/user. Having him "test" new equipment is highly recommended and wise of Volvo, IMHO. Thank you for the video., and look forward to more projects completed by Chris using his Volvo equipment. 🙏👏👍💪✨😍❤
When I was growing up.. I watched my father whenever I got the chance work with his companies excavator...Watching Chris feels very similar to watching my father and reminds me of those simplier days back probably before Chris was even born... So it's a bit of nostalgia watching his videos... that and lets face it.. All of use kids played in the sand box with toy trucks and bulldozers and I had an excavator... so Chris is lucky enough to take that which we did in the sandbox as kids and got more expensive toys and makes a living at it.... So in a way, it's jealousy...
Chris is one of the best in the business. I never miss any of his videos. I know what time he normally posts his videos and I am just waiting on the notification so I can get my Letsdig18 fix for the day. On days that he doesn’t post a new video the rest of my day just feels like something is missing.
I watch every video he puts out. Just in case something unique happens. If I wanted to learn work ethic, I'd definitely watch him. No doubt. He is the best excavator operator I've ever seen.
He also reliably posts content almost every single day. Other channels are hit-or-miss maybe a few times a week, but you always know a new letsdig18 video will be waiting for you.
Wow what a great video! That was pretty cool to learn more about the first channel that I subscribed to 😀. Thanks Volvo for sharing this content with us LD18 fans. That was neat stuff. I appreciate what you put into your videos Chris.
I love Chris whole heartedly, I started watching him two-three years ago and he was the reason I got my first excavator. A true inspiration to those who need it.
This has been a Bealy Good presentation of Chris’ style of work, of his YT style & of an excellent example of a quality offering to his customers as a viable earthmoving, pond building son-of-a-gun….
I was lucky enough to sell Chris his Komatsu dozer, he really is just a nice as he seem on RU-vid. He is the reason I started Renting out Volvo Excavators.. once I got the first one I was pretty convinced they where the nicest running excavator on the market.. when I drop them off at a job some guys are like well it ain’t no Cat..The when I pick it up they always say wow what a great machine.
I've been in love with machinery since the day I got introduced to it when I was only 4 🥺🥺 and boy I sure do love them like never before and watching these vids make me so happy and bring so much enjoyment into watching it, keep it up Chris we all love you and your videos.
This guy needs to be given Volvo Equipment for testing and feedback. Volvo will benefit alot from his experience for free. He is a champion at what he does and needs the recognition for it.
Volvo you need to sponsor Chris or at least get him some new equipment to try out and evaluate for you. Or at least something or some type of recognition in return for all the many many videos over the many many years where he has highlighted your equipment. Just sayin.. :)
@@tomrogers9467 Selling Out? You realise he's never not had a Volvo while uploading to YT? His first video in 2007 was on a Volvo 210. Every bit of kit he's owned/used has needed repairs at some point.
Chris is best at giving the customer what they want without the customer truly knowing what they want. Best machine operator I have seen, and that Volvo is smooth.
Chris, Thanks for the video that was cool. The reason I like your videos is you keep it family friendly and how well you take care of your equipment that is really Awesome 👍🏻👍🏻
Yes, I also was waiting. I noticed that Volvo really did a good job of color grading the video, and looks like they gave his equipment a video bath, they look clean.
