I Pushed my Camper Van Too Far

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In this video I take my camper van and join a convoy of 4x4 vehicles exploring some of the Green Lanes in northern England. Unfortunately a couple of the lanes were too rough for my van and I had a tough time. The first half of this video does not represent what I had hoped for with green laning, however day 2 was perfect as we explores tracks that were far more suitable for me and in much better condition. Green laning is a great way to have fun and see the countryside and should always be practiced responsibly. For more information on Green Laning: www.glass-uk.org/
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@karenbergmann209 3 года назад

That’s insane!!! Hope you went home an easier route. And glad you and the van are okay. Beautiful scenery.

@JCJR0411 3 года назад

That's exactly what I was thinking... The path back.

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 3 года назад

Thanks a lot. All home safe and well 👍👍

@alanneilson6811 3 года назад

Gave you a thumbs up just because of all the hard time you had 😉 glad the van pulled though with only a few scratches

@LandscapeFotografi 3 года назад

Yess beautiful

@christophergrove4876 2 года назад

🇨🇦/🇺🇸... I was envisioning Thomas hiking out with a bunch or salvaged aluminum extrusion slung over a donkey's back! That retrofit job was a LOT of work, to leave behind!

@SarahBurnsStudio 3 года назад

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate that he took time to stop, put the camera down, record driving, then retrieve the camera, AND fly the drone along with the caravan, all while dealing with stressful roads 😳 that's DEDICATION

@iComplainer 3 года назад

and stuff like jumping in twice for consistency on shots like 0:56

@SarahBurnsStudio 3 года назад

@@iComplainer that might be two camera angles 😁 but still, so much time and effort goes into videos like this. Amazing.

@iComplainer 2 года назад

@@SarahBurnsStudio there are no cameras in either angle’s background

@Macman608 3 года назад

In any event, your van is pretty darn impressive. Limited ground clearance, no rear locker or aggressive tires. Kudos to your rig and sense of adventure.

@defenderadventuresoverland6951 3 года назад

Looks like BFG tyres which are capable, but yeah, diff lock, low range, ground clearance is what's needed for these tracks. The little Delica did well tho!

@langdons2848 2 года назад

@@defenderadventuresoverland6951 I've been similarly impressed with my partner's Subaru Forester. Good road car, but surprisingly capable off road, even in stock configuration. I've been thinking about a Delica since before Thomas got his, but recently I've been eyeing off the Forester as an even cheaper option...

@ozblades74t63 2 года назад

@@defenderadventuresoverland6951 Delica has diff lock and lowrange box as standard, just have to put defender coils on rear n wind torsion bars up at front for clearance 👍🇦🇺

@weisserth 3 года назад

It's good that you tackled this with seasoned off-roaders who were able to guide you. Must have been a great learning experience.

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 3 года назад

100%. Those guys really know their stuff.

@weisserth 3 года назад

I think as you gain more experience driving yourself, you will get more relaxed and able to enjoy the challenge in a positive sense. I think your financial and emotional investment into the van already paid off. Kudos to you and thanks for sharing it here.

@tommyfun9355 3 года назад

@@ThomasHeatonPhoto This video is disgusting. Amazing how little he cares about his van.

@ChrisCameronPhoto 2 года назад

@@tommyfun9355 The Van is a tool to get THomas where he wanted to be to shoot photos. I care very little for my hammer because I hit nails with it by your logic.

@nicholashennell-foley4608 3 года назад

Really great drone shots - a lot of work paid off!

@justkerry173 3 года назад

I laughed! Brought back a few memories, except we were on our own, nobody to pull us out. All hard work, good fun and memories to last.

@grahamridley103 2 года назад

Great video, as usual from Thomas. I've had a Delica for 4 yrs, love it to bits, so I felt your pain when seeing it take a bashing. Loved seeing the drone shots.

@TheNorthernExplorer 2 года назад

I enjoyed this trip and great to meet you! I’d love to join you again for a more gentle trip though tom! My disco took a beating that weekend. All the best dan 👍

@glynmoore3730 3 года назад

Another beautifully filmed short movie and so well narrated. I used to off road a Bob tailed Range Rover, but the rough parts of that green lane were insane. Very brave in such a nice Delica.

@ruedigerschwarz 2 года назад

Woaaah!!! A bit like crossing Van Zyl’s Pass in Northern Namibia. 😅 Thank's for sharing! 👍

@notharry 3 года назад

I think you can take some consolation form the fact that the Hi-Lux got stuck too! When I was a lot younger I drove a bog standard 1960s BL saloon car along a green lane and inevitably got stuck. The farmer who came over to tow me out was somewhat blunt in his assessment of my brain power :-). You, however had a mostly suitable car and were with a team who could rescue you and will likely enjoy telling the tale in the pub for a while! And most things that are super stressful for those of us with a certain type of personality are much less so the next time!

@sebastianop.3052 3 года назад

Defnley you pushed to heard your beautiful van but thank your travels mate you were out and now you know the limits and with more off road experience.

@c.alcazar2584 3 года назад

That was crazy, glad that you and the van were ok hope you did not have to go back home the same way, happy travels and be safe....

@tombuck 3 года назад

“This isn’t my idea of fun” - I think I laughed too hard at that 😁

@jonstout7635 3 года назад

Thank goodness for great friends with rescue skills and equipment. Great footage to show your grandkids some day.

@pps22001 3 года назад

Just flew back from London yesterday. I was in the lake district(stayed in Cumbria) last week and it rained the entire time. I'm glad you have some favorable conditions to explore and photograph.

@markhyde1970 3 года назад

Good effort - I was wincing! Literally felt your pain

@datawulf88 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing, seems a great experience and beautiful pictures/shots in the video. Is there somewhere to find GPX on this green lanes?

@jimsmith556 3 года назад

As it got worse all I could think of was the exhaust for the heater being ripped from the bottom. What a spunky van you have Tom! I'm sure you picked up some great memories and some new skills that may get put to good use in future. You never know!

@dennisvanleent1 3 года назад

It would be epic for you driving around Iceland with your van for a good month, but I recon it would be one hell of a trip by ferry to get yourself there. No gear restrictions or lost luggage on airports though. Make sure to bring enough film...

@adammurray6190 3 года назад

I honestly never comment on YT videos but I just really wanted to say I appreciate your approach to them, your production quality is unbelievable and to think you do it on your own! I absolutely love the fact you don't have the click bait titles as well, I've been hooked on your channel since I first found a video last week without them, click bait titles actually put me off clicking them now. You are incredibly inspiring and I wish you all the best with your channel! I don't appreciate you making me want a 4x4 camper that I cant afford though haha!

@anthonykent8139 3 года назад

I know it's legal, but when you look at the damage, (to the road that is), it is no wonder that green laning attracts so much hostility!

@ianwatson3315 2 года назад

Working for the council, I found it was farmers with tractors that did the most damage on green lanes.

@martingreenaway8748 2 года назад

@@ianwatson3315 I'm sure that vehicle for vehicle, that's probably true, but I wouldn't dismiss the damage that regular use by groups of 4x4s can cause on top of more necessary travel by farmers.

@Jabber-ig3iw 2 года назад

Walkers do far more damage to tracks all over the country.

@davidjroberts77 2 года назад

Brilliant trip, loved it! That Delica is absolutely cool.

@hilarywhite0 3 года назад

Your van did well! You did well out of your comfort zone! The scenery was fabulous

@journal59pierre44 2 года назад

Very impressed first time out in the rough, nice little setup you have

@kidscraft5599 2 года назад

Even though this video doesn't have any photography but I still enjoy it so much. I hardly have time to go off-road on my L200, so I can feel how much fun and freedom you got there. This video is excellent. Keep it up bro.

@scotty4418 3 года назад

Man that looked a tough trip Thomas, fair play for persevering and getting to your destination. Had never heard of green laning until your recent video, certainly looks challenging at times

@rouking7385 3 года назад

I'm a beginner in landscape photo but I wish one day I will be able to do something like that. Discover new places, enjoying them and for sure take photos as much as I can. Thank you for keeping my mind focused on my hobby with your videos (even when it's just about a rough road trip :D ) !

@stew_redman 3 года назад

Before I emigrated to Australia I was a regular, hardcore green-laner and also did RTV trials in a heavily modified Land Rover 90. I was actually really impressed with what the Delica managed to do - obviously way beyond what it is expected to do on a daily basis. Nice to know you have a lot in reserve when driving an average gravel/muddy track.

@katharinemovertonphotographer 3 года назад

No the feeling I do this in my wheelchair a couple of weeks ago I reached a point of no return had no choice but to keep going as the route back was to hard. Makes you feel alive when you do get round like you no time for taking photos as I was gripping hold of the chair. Glad your van was not to damaged really enjoyed this video

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 3 года назад

That sounds like an adventure. I didn't enjoy the muddy puddle one but, but the whole trip did open my eyes to new locations. Next week's video 👍👍👍

@katharinemovertonphotographer 3 года назад

Not keen on the muddy puddles either looking forward to seeing your next video

@kenheraty373 3 года назад

Future vehicle upgrades taking us to obscure locations. What a confidence builder … I see a future 🏔. Great production

@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67 3 года назад

Enjoyed the video but that was one tough road! Thanks for sharing

@JoeBob79569 3 года назад

Damn, settling down for the night in that camper looks so comfy and cosy, with the light and those little curtains! I want to get myself something like this..

@andrewbell3476 2 года назад

Don't be too hard on yourself and the wee van. I offroad in the USA and believe me it is often unnerving but you did great for your second time out on what looks like a pretty difficult track.

@christinacooperfilm 3 года назад

Wow. That was stressful to watch. lol My face was distorted the entire first half watching you drive to camp. However, those views are amazing! Well done!

@antonoat 3 года назад

Loved this filmThomas, poor little Delica.🙁😉😀👍

@ToBCreations 3 года назад

Quite an adventure! I enjoyed watching it, but didn't envy you getting mudstuck. 😉 For what it's worth, I was entertained! 👍

@sudijad 2 года назад

For a non campervan channel you did the best job in promoting this space. Love the build and journey with this Delica!!!

@adampoll4977 3 года назад

Pics and video of rough tracks never look as bad as they do in person - and that one looks a RIGHT shocker! ;)

@carbonejack 3 года назад

Any day out in nature is glorious...usually. Still looked like a good adventure.

@debskeith 3 года назад

Brilliant video Thomas and so pleased the Delica is (fundamentally) ok

@bertreket6666 3 года назад

Quite the adventure and entertaining video! Not sure I would have subjected my vehicle to that road, though!

@TL-vt8uk 3 года назад

Mr. Heaton you are a trooper, I would have reversed course at the sign of the first major obstacle….hope the van is ok. Cheers!

@DaTrip2warez 3 года назад

A 50mm lift kit, 31’s, bash plates and steep approach front bumper gets you through all that stuff pretty easily. But it’s a heavy vehicle loaded up and those kinds of roads will put extra stress on stock steering and suspension components. The guys who work on mine have gone all out on theirs and did the Canning Stock Route a couple of years ago. Still it’s good to see you out there having a go👍.

@RM831BC4E4 3 года назад

Hope both yourself and the Delica are both home safe. That seemed a bit much for you. Just glad you got something out of it the next morning. Keep safe :-)

@lovemusic8530 3 года назад

It’s the most enjoyable thing to spend a night under the stars with a pleasant company🌟⭐🌟 Love it❤

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 3 года назад

I'll second that 👍

@CamillaI 3 года назад

My god that was stressful just go on the second half next time ! Awesome scenery ! 👏👃😍

@tonykeogh6139 3 года назад

Anyone else watch this and be reminded of Ewan and Charley on the Road of Bones on Long Way Round 😂😂

@noelleperrotta4944 3 года назад

Exciting video, you deserve a few beers after that drive.

@UNFAMILIARPLACES 2 года назад

Exciting video, I am enjoying offroading in Korea. If I have a chance, I want to meet you. 😅

@davebenson1504 3 года назад

Craziness indeed... looks like fun when you have a large support group though... at least the drone got a good work out

@C.Radulescu 3 года назад

"It's gonna get bumpy" - well that's an understatement ;)))

@stefankuhn6887 3 года назад

really interesting - as far as you sit on a sofa and watch this trip on screen! But I hope to see you taking photographs (in the area of day 2...)

@Paul_Burns 3 года назад

Ouch! Stop! I was cringing like it was my own. Thank for the fun Tom. Give her a hot bath.

@beverleydryland1146 3 года назад

Go deli we've got a chaminiox we call plan b whew glad she made it x x from Bunbury western Australia

@rsorez329 2 года назад

Best episode so far 😁

@ryankane4876 3 года назад

I’ve done something like that before in an improper vehicle for the road. Great memories!

@michaelholbrook4401 3 года назад

I was never really into photography, but a couple years ago I decided I needed a real hobby. I dabbled a bit with my wife's DSLR, but never really got into it. Then I was able to get an iPhone with the newer nightphoto capability, and found I can get my teeth into dark sky photography with a small sensor. After stumbling across your channel, I am thinking I want to include some daytime (sunrise/sunset) landscape in the mix. Thank you for popping up in my suggested videos list.

@0y0chang0 2 года назад

"The comfort zone is nice but nothing grows there" pushing your camper van to find new places looks like an amazing adventure

@hANBinhanbin 2 года назад

Wow, your van is a good partner of yours. Well done 👍

@lacuslow4688 3 года назад

OMG~! i'm having heart attack jst looking at the video in front of my pc... Great relief knowing ur lil delica make it out in one piece Great adventure, hope to c more Adventure like video here n there in between all the photography

@4Kandlez 2 года назад

It didn't make it out undamaged though, the front bumper is a mess and probably damage to the underside, that van was totally unsuitable for those "roads". I would be well pissed at not being warned beforehand how rough it was going to be

@Dean_Smith 3 года назад

I was entertained :-D . Thanks for sharing.

@dcurleyifa 3 года назад

Sorry to say this Thomas but all those ruts that you are getting stuck in have been caused by the very vehicles your friends are driving, and going around just extends the damage. I mention this because a good friend of mine who owns a farm with a green lane passing through it and he gets so frustrated with the damage caused. I hope someday the Green laners will have the decency to pay for repairs to the lanes they ruin. Still love your photography though. P.S. yes I can be a comudgley old fart who cares about the planet.

@geraintevans4748 3 года назад

@The Northern Explorer With respect to you there are 3 issues here: 1.The ruts were there and flooding is a huge issue. I’m sure you personally do a good job but the issue of damage to our uplands goes far beyond repairing ruts. 2. We are in the midst of a world climate crisis, the evidence is world wide and there is no way, at any level that driving large carbon using and emitting vehicles is good . 3. Mr Heaton has rightly and repeated called on photographers to respect the environment yet here he is promoting an activity which is simply, despite you and perhaps him filling in ruts, not compatible with his claims to address environmental concerns.

@k29_lr4 3 года назад

@The Northern Explorer based on all these other comments you should give up all your outdoor hobbies and just sit inside doing nothing, you've said you are respectful and I believe you, keep enjoying the outdoors mate 👍

@robnelson1268 3 года назад

@The Northern Explorer You'd better get stuck in then and fix this,I know the lane in the first part of the video,it's barely walkable never mind driveable,I have yet to see any of you people actually repairing any thing,I call bullshit.

@k29_lr4 3 года назад

@Dead Head cry more about it mate, if you're that bitchy about it go to the council about it, or start a petition, go door to door to fix the mess....or just moan to strangers on the Internet 🤦‍♂️

@dcurleyifa 3 года назад

@The Northern Explorer so the fact that ‘someone else’ green laning drove through that really bad rutting causing the damage absolves you of any damage you may cause going over the track, don’t think so. A responsible person would have turned back, but I am not naive enough not to realise that most of the excitement and experience of G/L. Is the thrill of getting through the really bad heavy stuff, why else would you do it, it’s not for the scenery really is it?

@PRRrailfan 3 года назад

That little Delica is one tough rig! It did a lot more than I expected!

@Martinez_Photos 3 года назад

Thomas, Another great video!

@CookedLight 3 года назад

Well done, the van is impressive

@stevebanks484 3 года назад

OMG Thomas - well done mate - exactly the right choice by going with an experienced off-road crew. They’ll usually know how to get you through most issues and problems, but boy did you push the limits. Not sure I would have tackled that in my Everest, but hey well done mate - respect 👍👏. Do you have rated recovery points on the front for the snatch-strap? They’re usually what you get fitted to the chassis and will generally be strong enough to avoid any vehicle damage on recovery (if you have a tow-bar you can also have a tow-hitch and shackle for reverse recovery (under no circumstances should you use the tow-ball - very dangerous & not designed for recovery).

@gcarmichael 3 года назад

Nice work Tomas!

@theeaselrider4032 3 года назад

Adventure is often defined as taking inappropriate equipment places it should not go. I think you nailed it there.

@pbsalfen 2 года назад

The only way to find out yours, or your vans limits is to push to them. Looked like a fun trip with friends!

@Overallsbloke 3 года назад

Im intrigued after the fit put how the squeaks and also how things travelled in the cupboards?

@bunathan2485 3 года назад

Those roads remind me of my old old driveway back in the day

@RogueTransformations 2 года назад

I think I really appreciate the drone footage on your videos which show the adventure in a really entertaining way. But how do you control it when you are driving...?

@jasroopsinghji 3 года назад

Great video, amazing adventure

@JasonLorette 3 года назад

Yikes, I know I said I wanted to see the video but eek, I was stressed for you! Glad you made it out ok, some of those areas you were in look amazing!

@CraigNiesenPhotography 3 года назад

Thomas, you are a braver man than most.

@Mr.Deeds. 2 года назад

Nice video and adventure... amazing views. My father is a mechanic, he says you probably damaged the van underneath and not only the bumper, I hope not.

@rauberdaniel 3 года назад

That mosquito just waiting there to ruin your night at 8:02 :D

@marklittlejohn6384 2 года назад

At a time when we are looking at landscape photography and the effect of travel, NFTs, over saturation of people in various sections and our overall environmental impact I think its time we started examining 'green laning' and its impact on the Lakes. There is already talk of the Lakes losing their world heritage status due to the issue. My wife's family lived on a small holding on the top of a fell and towards the end of their time there it got to the stage that there would be long queues of large 4x4s going through their yard. The lanes at Tilberthwaite are like a motorway some days with queues of vehicles going over. The Lakes are being turned into one big theme park and its one reason why I moved away last year. I love your work but whilst green lining may be legal its not something that I believe should be happening in the Lake District.

@CalumRaasay 2 года назад

Agreed. these roads and tracks are in such a state partly because of these off-roaders.

@martinjn2920 2 года назад

A good comment and somewhat thought provoking. ‘Green-laning’ is legal therefore people are entitled to use the lanes, but their use is damaging the immediate environment and as none of the vehicles used are ‘green’, in fact they are the complete opposite, they are contributing to a wider environmental issue. So yes action needs to be taken, not just in the Lakes but in other places as well, the issue is going to be getting sufficient support to get an act through Parliament closing green lanes to motorised vehicles.

@mea03wjb 2 года назад

Agreed. Seeing black smoke pour out of the back of a 4x4 as its wheels rip through one of our most precious environments for the purposes of entertainment or a few more subscribers is upsetting. For someone who photographs these beautiful places it is a disappointing subject for the latest upload.

@StevePhillips1890 2 года назад

I wouldnt say its for the purpose of entertainment, most people that enjoy a green lane do so for the sense of adventure and challenge and knowing Thomas it was a combination of both. The places you photograph will not change because of the odd green laner.

@martinjn2920 2 года назад

@@StevePhillips1890 If only it were the odd green laner.

@bluestarcesium 3 года назад

Carry some ten foot by twelve inch by two inch boards with you. If you have four of them, put them down in front of your wheels with some four by fours to go under the ten foot boards. Sometimes you need six boards for larger areas. You drive up on the boards and with six you keep moving the boards in front of the vehicle until you are out of the mud. I used to help friends, who decided to drive across the salt flats in Utah and they would be a couple of hundred yards out on the flats stuck in the mud. It takes a while with six boards to slowly move them back to dry land, but a tow truck would cost hundreds of dollars to do it. The salt flats look solid but the water table is very high and you sink down into the mud and the vehicle is on the frame. You have to use boards to Jack up the vehicle then keep the tires on boards until the vehicle is on dry land.

@jramirez2484 3 года назад

Really digging your off-road photography travels. Keep it coming.

@outhouse23 2 года назад

I have a Delica too. They are so good. Make sure you have a bash plate! and get a 2 inch lift and bull bar. That'll give you more clearance. If you're travelling by yourself, then 4 max trax or some equivalent and a shovel are super handy for getting out of sticky situations. Oh, Delicas a prone to rust, so make sure you are cleaning her after your trips. Delica facebook groups are your best friend

@ronboe6325 3 года назад

Trips like that are useful in that they enable you to establish hard limits on what you're willing to do. I think that ditch you called a road was seen on an adventure bike revue vid I saw.

@johnrandle755 3 года назад

The trip has highlighted nicely just how rugged the camper van is. That particular green lane was a bit over the top but in general terms, that RV is going to take some stopping.

@davehyper7835 3 года назад

well at least you now know what your van is capable of.... i was thoroughly entertained thanks!

@Wandy1D 3 года назад

I enjoy these off-roading videos. Keep them coming!

@NickTheSpontaneous 3 года назад

Awesome vid Tom! I've been watching since the start and this episode sure does remind me of the earlier days! A go-getting adventurer without too many worries! Nice one, Nick

@cmichaelhaugh8517 3 года назад

I fully agree with you. I like a vehicle to get me somewhere that I want to go for a purpose. Just driving to prove that the vehicle can make it doesn’t appeal.

@drshawnie 3 года назад

I would have been stressed to the max as well! So much could have gone worse! Next green lane adventure will be easier on the nerves!

@wrzlgummidge7663 3 года назад

Don't break it Tom! Nice one, atb

@dah8100 3 года назад

How do you get drone b-roll while moving the van? Even on automatic it's got to be difficult to lift off and land

@trainstramstrolleystravel7692 3 года назад

"Too nervous to think about camera work"....I feel your pain. After balancing my Xterra on two (diagonally opposite) wheels one time too many in Colorado, I was just thankful to get out in one piece (more or less). The photographs I took that afternoon were all rubbish--I'll just have to go back, perhaps.

@hughp00 3 года назад

I am glad the camper van survived. I too get too stressed out with that kind of driving. The camper van is not that easy to just replace if things go wrong and its how you make your living. Glad everything worked out..

@grahamlightley8103 3 года назад

Green lanes are old routes meant to be used by horse and cart not 4x4 vehicles. 4X4 vehicles are the cause of all of the worst damage to the green lanes, not either environmentally or for local walkers. As a landscape photographer why would you want to add to the damage ?

@wojtekgrabowski1 3 года назад

well said graham...

@Nasphotography13 3 года назад

these are legal rights of way, a road that any vehicle that is road legal can drive or ride along I applaud Tom for showing the green lanes on the UK, walkers have so many places to walk why do you want to stop a very small minority it disgusts me that the ramblers think they own the whole of the UK country side

@briankeeganchristensen3215 3 года назад

Gentlemen, your negative statements, and personal feelings as to what modes of transportation and recreation should and should not be enjoyed, are yours to have, and please keep them to yourself. Now, that is unless you have evidence that Tom and his mates were knowingly traversing on a “Green Lane” that was designated as a “Footpath”, “Bridleway”, or “Restricted Byway”, and therefore illegal in those circumstances to drive a motorized vehicle. I see no evidence to support that any laws were broken, just a front bumper. The main classification of “Green Lanes” is a byway open to all users and all types of traffic. However, as they are unsurfaced, they are often only passable in a 4x4 or on a trail motorbike, mountain bike, as well as pedestrians and horse riders. I’m trying to not share my opinion as to what I personally feel. However, we all have beliefs, and opinions, teams… it’s part of being Human, and unfortunately, spreading false information to support one’s beliefs goes along with that. If you’re going to be negative, can you please support your arguments with at least some easily retrievable facts and evidence that would make someone feel that your argument is maybe worth considering. Hope to all, have a great rest of your day, Cheers!

@Nasphotography13 3 года назад

@Dead Head you will find if you take time to do some homework most green road riders/drivers will only go out in very small groups, I am a member of the the TRF and we only ever go out in small groups of no more than 6 so where you get 400 from is a mystery, please if you have proof of 400 drivers/riders on one green road in on day I would love to see it

@cruxxnw 2 года назад

@Dead Head lol do you actually ever walk around the lake district? its the walkers and their parking that do ALL of the damage that you can actually see. If you think a few eroded back lanes has got shit on the damage done by people walking on the fells then you are deluded.

@stevenqirkle 3 года назад

I was shopping for a minivan this year and had narrowed it down to a Delica and a Toyota Alphard. I went with the Alphard because it’s a more comfortable ride on roads where I drive 99.9% of the time. But I definitely have some regrets not going with the Delica when I watch these videos. I did get one with AWD though, so I can at least drive it in the snow.

@format102 3 года назад

Hey Thomas, Could you tell us a bit about the little foldable fire pit that one of your fellow driver used (around min 6:50 in the video) ? Thanks for the video ! :-)

@nedhenderson682 3 года назад

A tip from an Aussie, you should seriously invest in some recovery tracks, they're super cheap insurance for getting you out of all sorts of trouble! Light weight and lots of uses especially solo (mount them until of your ammo box). Google 'why buy 4wd recovery tracks/boards' and spend 5 mins reading some sites. They're designed for sand but insanely helpful in mud, gravel, and great for cars without lockers as you can pack up the wheels using them. And super cheap. Remember it ain't an adventure if it doesn't go wrong haha!! That's the whole fun:). You've definitely got a good attitude about it though. Love the content as always.