Living RENT FREE in NYC - The Van Dwellings of New York City

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In todays video we visit with Rob as he walks us through Van Alley in Brooklyn New York. The high rent prices in New York City have been forcing many to move into self converted DIY camper vans. There are many that come and go as they find alternative living spaces other than their van dwellings. This rent free living can also be difficult as the winter months come.
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@bwoyDrew 2 года назад

Props to these guys. They’re not weird at all. Just genuine individuals that see the simplicity in life. Which is far overlooked by society these days.

@BillOweninOttawa Год назад

Well that and as they say themselves, forced out of the rental market by rampant capitalism. Celebrate their resilience and creativity sure. The fact they have to do this? Not at all.

@emiliolopez9358 Год назад

@@BillOweninOttawa shutup with the capitalism bs, these vans cost racks

@BillOweninOttawa Год назад

@@emiliolopez9358 Not as much as an apartment. Duh. The fact that they have enough money to buy a van says nothing about the ravages of capitalism. Duh.

@wildlifewarrior2670 Год назад

I'd rather see this than tents all over the city

@feliciasantiago4345 Год назад

Agreed

@Nobody-ji1oe 2 года назад

If things are too comfortable or easy, the government will always come along; to complicate things and make things difficult...

@pataleri8967 2 года назад

That's why they're called "The Government"😏

@yamahasuperbike2202 Год назад

You got that right.

@themollymachine Год назад

@@pataleri8967 you sound like good little sheep

@Nobody-ji1oe Год назад

@1488 Dental They did and called for others to join them. It was a few years back, on federal land, and not one so called 'Patriot' went to assist them...

@johnnyblaze7572 Год назад

@1488 Dental Yeah I would LOOOOOOOOVEEEE TO SEE THAT !!!!! News flash homie !!! I can absolutely bet you will lose. One thing to remember as a Moderate working in this city city and living upsate looking at both ends of the spectrum when I comes to liberals and conservatives. Conservatives are dumb hillbillies that geturdone mind set blow shit up mentality 😒 he took his job mindset. Why all liberals do is scream cry and protest 🤔 protest some more have orgies smoke and protest. Unfortunately most conservatives are gun slinging gun hoe individuals. I can MORE THAN GUARENTEE if liberals fight conservatives the will epicly fail.

@set8sun684 2 года назад

We must fight to control this abuse going on with high Rent! Period ..

@jackiemaupin5356 Год назад

Sun Set8 Never gonna happen. 😥 Quote on the United Nations website for, "The Great Reset" aka "New World Order" aka "Agenda 2030." "You will own nothing and be happy." Quote from President Andrew Jackson: "If the people of The United States of America ever allow a Private Central Bank to take over, one day the people will wake up homeless and destitute. We're Here. 😥😥 Those private bankers (Rothschild) took over the United States on December 23, 1913, on this day We ALL became slaves. Quote from Meyer Rothschild: "Give me control of a countries money and I care not who makes the laws."

@WhateverDude38 Год назад

You do it by doing exactly what van/car dwellers are doing. If these landlords don't have people renting...they'll get the hint.

@guyfrom8659 Год назад

Slumlords suck . I live in a bus . A skoolie . Haven't paid rent in 3 years . Fuck the system

@jamesthemongrel 2 года назад

The bit about house dwellers projecting their insecurities onto van dwellers was profound. They're the ones with the problems. We're out here creating solutions. Well done that man!

@stonedog23 Год назад

We house dwellers don’t have don’t have insecurities because van dwellers are living their lives the way they see fit. You are subjecting your insecurities towards us.

@BillOweninOttawa Год назад

Moving into a van is an act of desperation, it is nothing like a solution.

@normandy2501 Год назад

@@BillOweninOttawa For some people it is. For others it's a privilege in it's own way ironically. If nothing else, it beats paying 2k+ a month for a shoebox *with* roommates or a communal toilet/shower. Work smarter not harder right?

@grilleFire Год назад

Solutions to problems that don't exist...

@jamesthemongrel Год назад

@@grilleFire depends where you live and what percentage of your income you're happy giving away for shelter when not at work!

@kaysbeautifulstruggle 2 года назад

I live in NYC born & raised and you're so right about the high rents and pests! I have been thinking long and hard about living the van life full-time. I'm about to be 51, it's just me & my dog and I want to travel with her around the US. I first have to get a driver's license 🤣. Best of luck to you all!!!

@frankmangan2113 2 года назад

You seem to have a very tough life ?

@kaysbeautifulstruggle 2 года назад

@@frankmangan2113 No tougher than anyone else's we all have a story. 🤷🏿‍♀️

@frankmangan2113 2 года назад

@@kaysbeautifulstruggle you're a weirdo for sure

@LilyGazou 2 года назад

Go for it. It’s easier to get a drivers license in a rural area. I can’t imagine doing it in NYC. I left there years ago, no regrets.

@gjkf1258 Год назад

Lot of people in the city don’t have a license doesn’t mean there life is rough

@joelfrombethlehem 2 года назад

I'm a soon-to-be retired at 65 and I'm looking into buying a van and getting into this lifestyle This video is connecting more dots for me. Than you bigtime, Patrick!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much Joel.

@bigmangmc 2 года назад

You need to check out all the other van lifers on RU-vid a lot of other videos give a lot of great information I also plan to become a van lifer I'm already retired. But I don't have any major bills like kids so the next few years I hope to have my own van purchase probably an empty gutted one from auction and then have it built out that's the best way to do it I think

@mildredwebster2822 2 года назад

Good luck and enjoy

@SpikeFastRacing 2 года назад

Hi Joel! I’ve got a 2021 Promaster 1500 I’m looking to sell to someone wanting into the van life! It’s a basic build for now. Can be lived in fulltime! Let me know if you’re interested sir!

@YouuGoGlennCoco 2 года назад

@@SpikeFastRacing Hey! How much are you selling it for? I know of people who have been interested and am happy to spread the word. 😃

@johnjohnfrederickh.webber2124 Год назад

Cutting down your costs by removing rent expenses is a "shot in the arm". I was told rent is about 800 to a 1,500 a month.... I'm glad this is available 🥰... Rent free...

@retrogamer2548 Год назад

I love this. I am about to retire. Just turned 70 years old. I have three Mercedes Sprinter Vans that I take when I am traveling. Love these things.

@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 года назад

Yo! Rob is my friend and I personally stayed on this street one night. Was quite and nice! Love it!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Oh wow. Cool

@bababooey2960 2 года назад

‘Quite’ ???

@BadboyMax1986 2 года назад

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures As a German i really shock that no Van has a shower. In Germany most RV and Van also under 3,5 t and under 6 Meters had a shower.

@franbihary8939 2 года назад

Pioneers of today. This is what the American spirit is all about. Cheers to you all!

@iananderson1231 Год назад

I admire the ingenuity, and resolve of these people not to allow the cost of modern life to rule their lives, they are downscaling their lives but not giving up on the little necessities that we all have become accustomed to. Finding liked minded people in todays materialistic, expensive 'society' can be difficult but it appears these people are making it work . Good luck to them!

@SavageHealingShop 2 года назад

this was an absolutely amazing video, as a solo female who is completely focused on trying to achieve the freedom of vanlife i must say thank you for inspiring me even MORE

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@shirleygoto6998 2 года назад

Joy

@mr.laserman 2 года назад

It's awesome to see the van community coming together in NYC and taking care of each other. Building a van while also living in it is no small thing. Hats off to those guys for getting it done. Thanks for the great video Patrick!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Well said! you guy do an awesome job out there in Trenton.

@mr.laserman 2 года назад

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Thanks! This video really makes us think we should start up a north east vanlife event sometime soon. There is a lot happening out here right now in both the DIY and professional van building scenes. Maybe we should work together to get that going. Just a thought, keep up the good work!

@mckennacreative6133 2 года назад

@@mr.laserman @newjerseyoutdooradventures Great Idea! I'd love to be able to talk to van lifers and sit in some builds to get a feel for it. Thank you!!

@chris.s.9992 2 года назад

i see you have a u tube channel are you planning on making any content for it?

@maddygvanlifer435 2 года назад

@@mckennacreative6133 once a year all vanlifers, RVers, Skoolies, thousands meet in Quartzsite AZ for 3+ weeks in January and you could get a really good feel for the different types of self-builds.

@laurab9867 2 года назад

Wow! I'm surprised to find out about this. NYC was my home for 40 years! Love the cultural stuff and the freedom but... got tired of the high rent, the aggressive attitude, the cold temperatures, crowded places without trees, etc. More power to you guys for living the life you want. Make your own happiness.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much Laura

@laurab9867 2 года назад

@Eddie D ... More freedom than most places. Trust me. Living single and off the grid is freedom... with a loving pet maybe.

@ellesbells902 Год назад

I live in an country type town and people do whatever they want, except steal.

@yamahasuperbike2202 Год назад

It's not just NY. I'm from Texas and we're going thru the same thing. Hang in there.

@gibsonflyingv2820 2 года назад

Such a pure spirited community, this is a beautiful answer to a struggling nation as opposed to a negative one and done in true style. Something you don't see very often these days. This right here is the American spirit captured perfectly, you guys deserve much more subscribers!

@torstimyle1355 2 года назад

American dream is a fallacy to keep idiots paying taxes

@davewaters9203 2 года назад

Much like life in some trailer parks up here in Canada which I spend 6 months of the summer living .its the people that.makes it happen we are there for those who need a helping hand .. thats how the world should be . Life's a lot easier when this happens

@seanbond1008 2 года назад

so the answer to this struggling nation is have everyone living in a van in Brooklyn freeloading off things that other peoples property tax pay for? Okay buddy.

@gibsonflyingv2820 2 года назад

@@seanbond1008 ^This is what happens when you give a lazy spoiled trust fund baby a porche on his 18th birthday. Yes actually, it's a better answer than what you would prefer, which is what? I would assume just put poor people into camps. Take it from someone who likely makes much more money than you and lives in this city? I have no issue with those who are struggling merely existing in the structures my tax dollars paid for. I don't consider lower income individuals freeloaders for being allowed to use the sidewalks free of charge. Learn respect.

@jackiemaupin5356 Год назад

@@seanbond1008 We were born to be FREE & Independent. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 We were given a "Republic" if we could keep it, having a VERY VERY "LIMITED GOVERNMENT", not this over sized socialist govern-ment, the Orwellian police state we currently live in. The Private Central Bankers and their greed took over the "Corporation of the United States" on December 23, 1913, on this day we "ALL" became slaves. Quote Meyer Rothschild - head family of the private bankers: "Give me control of a countries money and I care not who makes the laws". We're screwed, and we don't even get to enjoy it. 😥

@maireadbyrnewattpad1223 Год назад

respect to all people who create solution to a problem, I salute their humbleness and how they deal the day by day life ❤️❤️❤️

@cyncitygirl3167 2 года назад

The VanLife Community is awesome! Thanks Patrick for featuring these special people in a NYC. This was refreshing to see!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@glasssteel6306 2 года назад

Hey #newjerseyoutdooradventures have those vaners contacts me. I know all the best spots for those guys. Too good 👍 to post on tube

@wolfgangproductions7402 Год назад

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures how can I contact these people for advice? I have a RU-vid channel and social platforms is there away one of these people can help me build a van.

@kayakRnann 2 года назад

Loved hearing how great the van life community is in NYC...I had no idea😄

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

It really is!

@clarkclarke 2 года назад

Me neither and I live in NY ...I only knew one husband and wife who lived in a van around Harlem ... If they can do it in NYC good for them ... prays everyone remains safe 🙏🏾

@noodles.dumplings.kimchi2878 2 года назад

Same. I’m surprised.

@hotj2006 2 года назад

You right and Should be more out there even if it is a solo travel

@hotj2006 2 года назад

@@clarkclarke I wish everyone was like you, wish others good. So many are stock with the past don't like to see people find ways in how to ease themselves without hurt anyone..

@dross24MA 2 года назад

Van Alley is a state of mind, not just a location, indeed! Starting at around 15:50 it is truly inspirational to hear how people in the traveling community pull together to help each other. I miss that in "real life living" where so many people are too busy to put aside their own schedules to help another in need. Peace and blessings on you all.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@zzizahacallar Год назад

I'm on that part. Very cool to have real friends.

@vansoffthewall4763 Год назад

feels so relaxing on this cloudy day off, watching this Van life channel. ✌🏾❤️

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

Glad you enjoy it!

@r.c.7762 2 года назад

You do what you have to to survive, van life is wonderful if you are comfortable, and safe. Best idea ever. Thank you, good luck to all of you.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thanks, you too!

@johnnypena1083 2 года назад

I owned a BMW for 6 years and grew tired of it dumping money for repairs. I traded it for a promaster at a used car dealer. I converted the van into a catering truck. We cook meals at home and keep them warm with electric buffet warmers. I also sold hotdogs out of it. I run a 3500 watt generator and I also have an inverter. I’m happy with it because I see money coming in instead of just out.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Very nice!

@sunofshangoihate45thihated85 2 года назад

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@vprince9907 2 года назад

So where do I start looking for something like your "promaster" van or sprinter van ? That i could start pricing etc thank you.

@akky7362 2 года назад

Nice idea dear 👌

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 2 года назад

@@vprince9907 Look out for Sprinters. Parts aren't cheap, and Jo Blow might not know how to work on them in the middle of nowhere.

@alh2442 Год назад

I am in Australia. Retired December last year. Bought a new LWB HR sprinter van. Sold my house, gave the proceeds to my two kids. Living in the van since February while building. Now my motor home is almost complete. Fully off grid with 660 ah lithium battery bank, solar and DC to DC charging from the van alternator. Induction cooker via 3k inverter, diesel water/cabin heater, two Maxxair fans. Loving van life touring Australia.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

Sounds like so awesome adventures ahead

@rebel8440 Год назад

I love it!!!!

@furrymonkeything 2 года назад

I live in the UK, outside of London. I love watching these converted van videos. I had a dream that people were fleeing the city and we were in a convoy of vans. When we stopped and looked back there was smoke coming from the city due to explosions.

@aggierowe9574 2 года назад

I remember an adventurous coworker I hired in NYC living out of a small RV and he parked it somewhere in Brooklyn, 17 years ago!! I always thought he was courageous, mind you we were young and had no commitments. It takes a special person to live this life in NYC and am so glad these guys now have a community that is supportive. BTW, my friend saved lots of money by not being a slave to insane rent in the city and having worked in a lucrative industry post-9/11, invited me after the crash of 2008 to housesit his sailboat. He eventually moved to a warmer climate. Great video!

@akky7362 2 года назад

But dear it is very beautiful

@bluepillbetaorbiterkingsim1747 Год назад

the aggster's got the right idea!

@last7509 Год назад

2 weeks pay just for a place to lay your head. Criminal wickedness.

@margaretzorge4029 Год назад

@@bluepillbetaorbiterkingsim1747 c

@maddygvanlifer435 2 года назад

I was born and raised in NYC, retired to Texas. But he is right, you could live in a van and nobody cares. These people actually do clean up the community, literally because the street is an extention of their backyard and they keep it clean. I'm a minimalist and this life is very tempting. I'm full of so much stuff and I hardly use most of my stuff. I hope to get out there and do van life soon. God bless these guys.

@akky7362 2 года назад

Right now dear 👌

@theroaminggnomad 2 года назад

Actually I live in a van and I can tell you people care. People care so much they call the cops on you to get you in trouble when you are doing nothing more thsn minding your business. Cops who work in towns that say "we don't care what Walmart, Home Depot etc. allows our city doesn't allow overnight parking." Its a bunch of BS if you think nobody cares when you live in a van. Plenty of disgruntles out there like one commenter said in the feed. A lot of people are jealous they gotta work and you have this awesome life.... Or so they think.

@2jcward 2 года назад

Where and why did you move to Texas?

@maddygvanlifer435 2 года назад

@@2jcward small town in east Texas. Went from 4+ bucks for gal of gas, to 1.73 per gal. Eggs are 99 cents. Way slower pace of life. Lots of elbow room. Ride horses daily. Grown my own vegetables. The list is endless. Truly love Texas. I could afford the cost of living in Texas especially living on my SSI. The only thing I don't like about Texas is the month of January ia freezing cold, but the rest of the year is sweet.

@datt5698 2 года назад

I'm about to buy a nice rooftop tent for my Prius and travel while I do food delivery for income! Just gotta find hot springs, showers and toilets lol

@ParArdua 2 года назад

Great video, excellent questions, gave the subjects the time to speak for themselves.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@lawrencedavidson6195 2 года назад

Great builds! Love what these guys are doing. This is the home of the future. I am hoping to start my box truck conversion early this year. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@elisabethm9655 2 года назад

Van Alley is a nomadic spot that moves with its residents! Today it’s on the waterfront in Williamsburg…tomorrow’s spot will appear when the need arises.🤗

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Well said.

@JeffPattiAkaElliptiVANgo 2 года назад

Wishing all the van alley community all the best! You are living large! Bravo!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thanks so much!

@kellymendez 2 года назад

Wish u well

@manwell235 Год назад

I find van life fascinating despite the concept is pretty much unheard of in my country. I am impressed by the owners' ingenuity and resilience in making their home on wheels as comfortable and convenient as they can.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@JayJay-de5jv Год назад

Wow the ingenuity gives me so much passion and respect, never give up

@cherlgolja5402 2 года назад

I’m 70 never thought I would see this America ! it’s is sad that people have live in van because of outrageous rent cost in our county ! 🇺🇸but I’m proud of there creativeness 🇺🇸

@goonerOZZ Год назад

It's a creative solutions to a problem that should have not exist in a country as rich as USA

@riottonitedragon8344 Год назад

Lol exactly man. Wtf. I hate it. We’re making excuses for us experiencing homelessness and. It’s not okay wtf

@lovingatlanta 2 года назад

😩😭Well now that this video is public and they’re all bragging about how great it is at “Van Alley” we can all be absolutely certain that NYC will be putting an end to the hassle free, free parking street area very very soon. 😩😭

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

This alley was covered on a major news channel two years ago and nothing has changed except for the major development next door

@mayalunics4740 2 года назад

The cat's out of the bag, all it takes is one disgruntled person to cause problems.

@lovingatlanta 2 года назад

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures - 👍Good. I found the news coverage. I hope they can enjoy it as long as they can. The overall video was very good. Wishing everyone the best. 💝

@lovingatlanta 2 года назад

@@mayalunics4740 - 😞True. I hope it can remain problem free as long as possible. Wishing everyone the best. 🙏💖

@dianeriggins8982 2 года назад

Yep sad but true

@profitcs8506 2 года назад

Good luck to those guys in van alley, hopefully they find another home base in the city. Rob and his friends have a great outlook on life.

@isaac198428 2 года назад

I like the cool hats in a show of solidarity to their friendships. He’s right, in big cities there’s no social life, I barely know my neighbors in a condo community and only know their faces and cold hello’s in the parking lot. These folks here got each other’s back’s & actually hangout reflecting on life.

@lisaroth7526 2 года назад

Patrick, this amazes me - I never thought one could do this in the City. It's only a couple hours away from me but a whole different world. Kudos to all of Van Alley's occupants! Community indeed!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Go for it

@williamlewis3582 2 года назад

I live in Michigan did it for two years I love the lifestyle.

@gnote82 2 года назад

Gotta buy a van!! 2hrs away from me

@brownbunny2513 2 года назад

Hello I live in a different part of Brooklyn, in a skoolie, and I will say that if you are on the right street, people will just walk by and leave you alone. Once I opened my eyes to the fact of living in a home on wheels, I began to notice all the old and new RV's parked all over the city, that people are living in. Why pay $1300.00, for a room in Brooklyn, and have to share kitchen and bathroom with strangers. And I too have a cheap chinese diesel heater, and they are great.

@datBoondockingdiva 2 года назад

Wow.- yes, I love seeing van-lifers travel together like this! Doing part-time Van Life in my Roadtrek RV is teaching me so much about how to have less stuff & more freedom/adventure with ease.

@jeffreypressley41 2 года назад

I've been a vanlife weekend warrior for years and I've been watching vanlife videos just as long and this is the best one I've ever seen. Thanks for the great info!

@ozpan5540 2 года назад

You have no idea how good this info is for us living in europe with the costs going thru the roof . Bless you .

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

I’m glad you found it helpful. If you think others will, please share

@laprincesadelavaja8294 2 года назад

Thanks so much for sharing, I absolutely love ❤️ this idea. It is real living. How awesome!! 🥰🥰 You guys seem so happy about it. I wish you guys the best. May God illuminate your lifes.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you for the love

@rodolfoherrera1409 2 года назад

Rob seems like such a solid, good human with some amazing insight and advice for those starting✊🏾. Thanks Rob!

@michaelmaciel14 2 года назад

Great group of people! I loved the comment about how when you live in an apartment building, you don’t know any of your neighbors but in a van community, you know everyone. How rare is that?

@michaelchailland3616 2 года назад

Great advice man! Im coming very close to making the leap.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Go for it Michael

@Gez-C 2 года назад

What a lovely bunch of people that live in the vans very grounded and down to earth , found your videos by accident and really enjoyed it!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much. Stop by

@AllForUsInc 2 года назад

I have mad respect for those that choose van life and are customizing their vans. I saw an RV store their RV Van was 187k. That was crazy. Keep looking out for each other

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you for checking this one out

@DynamicDuo795 2 года назад

Mad respect to people who choose to be homeless and unemployed? Yeah think about what you say before you decide to comment.

@AllForUsInc 2 года назад

@@DynamicDuo795 get a life. A lot of these folks RVs and Vans are set up better than most people’s homes and a lot of them are virtual employees or contractors. There is a much better way to get attention

@DynamicDuo795 2 года назад

@@AllForUsInc, lmfaooo at least I have a life. Got two cars and just bought a home all because of my work ethics. Sounds like you ain't got your shit together that's why you got offended by my comment. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@AllForUsInc 2 года назад

@@DynamicDuo795 of course it is. My life is actually fantastic.

@VINZBROWN 2 года назад

GREAT video. I can't tell you how much I got from it. It's just great to know I'm not stuck. Yes, van life will be in my (near) future. Thanks for what you're doing. KEEP IT GOIN. It gives ppl hope.

@ExtrovertedCenobite 2 года назад

Probably the nicest New Yorkers, they are humble and seem down to earth! Wish them all luck and good health!

@NYouTubeFan4ever123 Год назад

More power to you all! You have to make it work for you & no one else! I think it’s very cool.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

We agree!

@mckennacreative6133 2 года назад

LOVE this video. Thanks Patrick. Love this option of living in the city and the bonds of friendship it provides! Now to find my rig. 😊

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Wonderful!

@sjladuke75 2 года назад

Thanks for another great video, Patrick! Awesome people who love the freedoms of being nomadic with a wonderfully unique spot in this waterfront alley. Kudos!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much Susan

@michaelanderson5975 2 года назад

You guys are awesome this seems like it could be interesting in something very different great presentation I love the creativity you guys have for the inside of the van this is very unique and cool keep up the good work and be safe

@oliversimmons988 Год назад

Currently living in a 1996 GMC Safari to save money for my first house. I love it and will never pay rent again now that I know that van life exists. God bless these guys

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

You got it right

@mendozaconsultation 2 года назад

Everything he's saying about NYC is so true. Grew up there from early 70's to early 90's and still have alot of family and friends there. Gd luck and stay safe to all of you.

@blackberrybrooklyn7371 2 года назад

Interesting lifestyle I would have never thought people lived in a van. My sister was just talking about this subject. Kudos to all you Van Life Community members Stay Safe and Thanks for showing that living in a van is just the same as living in a apartment building

@boo94_ 11 месяцев назад

Cole is so down to earth and chill! They all are! amazing people!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 11 месяцев назад

Wait until you meet them in person. ❤️

@set8sun684 2 года назад

You guys are great, god bless you all and be safe every days. etcs

@MissEmmyluv 2 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing these vans this is exactly what I wanted to see not cleaned up real living in a van truth in the pictures perfect !! As always Patrick you have outdone yourself thanks so much for sharing van alley !! And thank you to all the people that shared their homes with us today safe travels !! FREEDOM MATTERS !

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

I am happy you enjoyed this

@bigboiigang13 2 года назад

I love this I didn’t know it was van life community living in nyc… I love it!!!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you for checking this out

@VANquishedAdventures 2 года назад

We are everywhere lol

@richarddessables6191 Год назад

the video is amazing! great information and I love his Coat also!

@galespressos 2 года назад

You guys are wonderful! Love this.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you 😊

@dianaverhulst3407 2 года назад

Patrick: This was just great. Someone should travel around to other "van alleys" and do features on them. I like it when people can still respectfully thumb their nose at tradition and go their own way, like these folks have. Bravo!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much Diana. On it 👍🏽

@dianaverhulst3407 2 года назад

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I ALWAYS watch and love your videos. You do them just right every time.

@dianaverhulst3407 2 года назад

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures (you should hear the plan I have for MY van someday - but for now, I have an affordable nice house in a small rural town with the man I love. Life changes on a dime though and I'm always thinking about next year.

@EvaFitts 2 года назад

Right? This is a cool video.

@UGPVlogsLA 2 года назад

@@EvaFitts Very cool 💯

@karjurassic8364 2 года назад

This was an awesome video. What a great little community they have! Thanks, Patrick.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much Kar

@matthewdonohue9667 2 года назад

The guy’s got a good point and sometimes you gotta live life through the loopholes while doin’ what you gotta do.😎👍🏼

@meelusine 2 года назад

I like it ! Good spirit and wisdom ! And, yes they did it ! An adventure to live.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you 😊

@Eduardo_Espinoza 2 года назад

Rob is practical, detailed problem solver, a low key leader, & unfiltered/real. 😊👍

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@sandeedobberstine5591 2 года назад

Thanks Patrick, thanks Rob! Your help is appreciated.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much.

@TwattyWankers 2 года назад

The cameras on the outside idea is awesome!!!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

It’s a good piece of mind

@cjsmith6739 2 года назад

Very cool! Nice to see a Community come together and help each other out. Good for them! 😎⚡️🤙

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@thegoldenageoflovewithchri5319 2 года назад

I really appreciate your honesty and courage! Thank you!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@davis314family7 2 года назад

I love too see the Van Life community coming together to make it a fun and safer experience. Once we start RV or Van-lifiing I hope to find a good community to travel with.

@sheskates6551 Год назад

I like that they help each other

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

It’s a great group effort

@lmirandanieves 2 года назад

Freedom is happiness of our world and your outdoor lifestyle is greeeeeeat.

@deelama2060 2 года назад

Great Ep Patrick! This is real vanlife and ingenious. The guys in their captain hats with land yachts, just awesome!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@davidsanford6084 2 года назад

This was a beautiful look into the lives of some of the most caring intelligent people this world has to offer. God Bless Van Alley.🙏🏽❤👍🏽

@ImChrisDeDecker Год назад

There should be more spots with these type of spots

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

True

@harryvelez489 2 года назад

I enjoyed you video great stuff keep up the good work

@smokinbunta 2 года назад

I’m happy to see other people with mortal building skills similar to my own and not some “home build” that looks more like a modern master piece. This is a good look into real van life. Also props for the captains hats! 👨‍✈️

@fly_on_a_wall5829 2 года назад

Amazing, a solution in preventing homelessness in folks who just can't afford rent. I didn't know that building out vans in the city without a garage or driveway is inspiring! Love this!

@whatsananna 2 года назад

I love this too. Not only safety and warmth but dignity and community for people.

@iresolvers Год назад

these guys are just Ahead of the Curve..... Regular guys just learning how to survive the storm that's coming great video!

@noseyperfume 2 года назад

Did the van life with a friend for a summer. It was the most liberating thing I ever did.

@LilyGazou 2 года назад

I dreamed about it all through high school. Never got to try it until I was 28. 👍

@ReuvenEtzion 2 года назад

Great point about knowing your neighbors and how fellow vanlifers always seem to try to help each other out. I left NY in a van 10 yrs ago, and if I ever returned, I'd head straight for Van Alley or any other sweet little community like it. 👍

@thewavybaby7951 2 года назад

The rent free incentive is my motivation for entering Van Life. I'm currently saving for my van as I type. 12/11/21. I was once homeless and slept in my car for 2yrs prior to learning about this lifestyle. Had I known then what I know I woulda stayed in my car a while longer

@nicoleraheem1195 2 года назад

Same

@imkay2881 2 года назад

Same

@leonkennedy2909 2 года назад

Good news everyone, they have all been astronomically fined and most of the moron's you see in this video have OD'd and do not burden the world any longer, hopefully they are burning in hell

@seekhimwithallyourheartand3358 2 года назад

Repent to Jesus Christ “The Lord will be king over the whole earth. On that day there will be one Lord, and his name the only name.” ‭‭Zechariah‬ ‭14:9‬ ‭NIV‬‬

@imkay2881 2 года назад

@@seekhimwithallyourheartand3358 Amen

@Face_made_for_radio Год назад

Good luck guys, stay safe out there

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

Thank you 🙏🏼

@jmsfaith2181 Год назад

In my late 50s, lived in nyc all my life - paying high rents. Definitely considering buying a van, traveling and joining a community like this. Thanks for the helpful video. 😃

@dianeriggins8982 2 года назад

He’s so right, people in NY don’t know their neighbors, I’ve lived in NY my whole life and most places I never knew my neighbors, even in a apartment building. It’s weird

@WatchDoggyDog 2 года назад

That's pretty commonplace actually, weird as it may be.

@Air2nyc 2 года назад

Sad

@juleswinfield9919 2 года назад

hmm..maybe it's YOU then?

@dianeriggins8982 2 года назад

@@juleswinfield9919 no it’s New Yorkers lol, where do u live? I’m very friendly, people love me lol, go kick rocks lol

@phongphong4640 2 года назад

I live in NYC for over two decades. In some buildings, I made an effort to befriend all neighbors on my floor. But in most buildings, I don't know any neighbors. I prefer the latter. Not knowing any neighbors give you tremendous Freedom and Privacy.

@khongmylephon3546 2 года назад

Awesome video. The stories behind the van is just as important and interesting to know. Really enjoyed this episode. Shout Out to Patrick coming from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@johanordonez6998 Год назад

Fantastic! Enjoy life to the fullest

@sunseeker4775 2 года назад

Yep, just do it! I have been in every kind of rec vehicle and a sprinter van is the best. I'm now 75 (f) and still traveling Australia. Every time I go home, it's not for long. Can't give up the freedom of van life.

@wat3rdog25 2 года назад

Another awesome well done video. Love to see people in action without judgement and love to see what really works.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@Bk-uz3pk 2 года назад

Great interview. Love the idea of living in the van especially in NYC. Living simple/going back to the basics and stop feeding the beast of 4 grand for rent.

@jackiemaupin5356 Год назад

Bk Exactly, stop feeding the Beast. 👍 I Love living this lifestyle, "in my Chevy Van and that's alright with me." The feeling of Freedom is Amazing. ✌️

@chatteyj Год назад

Why live in NYC though? So they can go out to bars?

@breakingtoast2255 Год назад

these guys know how to survive any situation they adapt nicely

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Год назад

They really do

@christianmalick 2 года назад

This man is a van-life revolutionary....So awesome...

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Yes. Rob rocks

@NYC_VanLife 2 года назад

Thanks

@mycocoaone 2 года назад

Love the sky light that opens and the 360 camera by the bed. I would do both!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Me too 👍🏽

@queenanne94101 2 года назад

Fantastic video…it felt like a snippet from a high-end documentary. Well done, Patrick. 😊

@g0d5m15t4k3 2 года назад

I dig the parking spot. But more than that, I dig the community. Van Alley is an idea, a concept, not necessarily a physical place.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

The community rocks

@LabradoodleTofuBoy 2 года назад

Having less tends to bring out human compassion in people. Wealth & greed sucks out the kindness and nice in people. Glad to see down to earth (not so materialistic) group of people being happy & independent in NYC. Beautiful van design & layout inside guys! These are nice homes on wheels. Thanks for sharing

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Less is more

@ihave35cents95 2 года назад

That's an insane comment quit your job and seek employment with a poor person let me know how that works out

@jexca_2052 2 года назад

The last few minutes of this video were great and inspirational

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

Thank you very much

@ASLLOVE 2 года назад

Living his best life! Great video Patrick. I loved learning about the Van Alley community. I realize I can afford waterfront property in NY after all!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 года назад

I am happy you enjoyed it.

@robertcampbell9946 2 года назад

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures This is the closest to being free as a bird..Im thinking of doing this for 8 months & only pay rent in winter.

@bryancash6330 2 года назад

I live in the lowes parking lot. Dollar tree, lowes, autozone and Home Depot all in a walking distance right under a subway train. I’ve spent two winters here. Love my van life