Every single thumbnail on any channel, including mine, is designed to bait clicks. That’s the whole purpose of ANY title and any thumbnail -to stand out in a sea of information and entice clicks. Any successful youtube content creator has learned the importance of what a title and thumbnail does for them. I put a lot of time into each one of mine. Don’t get me wrong. I knew exactly what I was doing with my title and my thumbnail on this video. I needed to post a video to youtube addressing the hundreds of comments and questions I was getting about “Why did you quit posting on KZfaq?”. So I titled it “why I quit youtube” because I couldn’t fit much more than that in the tiny thumbnail. 😂 What I didn’t realize is just how sensitive everyone is to a video title these days. Man! 😂😂 I thought everyone came here to watch and listen to videos. But evidently now it’s more about what the TITLE is instead of what’s in the actual video. My bad. My BAD. 😂 Just so I don’t offend anyone, I feel like I better start titling my videos “I Drove My Van Down a Dirt Road In The North Cascade Mountains of Washington State To a Campsite To Build a Campfire To Cook a Meal Over a Fire and Sleep in My Van in The Snow” -incase “Snow Adventure” is too click bait-ish for folks. 😂😂😂 Cheers y’all! I love all of you. Peace out! Keep on Truckin!

Chad, I am so happy to see this video as I was wondering where you went. Your cinematography and story telling are already on point. I am always so moved by your films. You are Top Shelf on KZfaq. Yay, for getting your old VW back on the road, and for living and loving your life. See you down the road, Cheers!

Quality is where it’s at, Chad. Eagerly waiting for your next release. No doubt it’ll be epic.

Thank you, Chad! Truly appreciate the hard work you do for us viewers! Thanks to you, we get to explore areas that would otherwise be unknown!

Glad to see you're doing well brother, I completely understand and support your decisions brother. Keep it up and I can't wait to see more Van Life. Much love brother

Good to see you back Chad. The channel has always been a level above.

Chad, please never stop never stopping. We need you in our lives. I literally live every day hoping to watch a fresh video. Freshness is good. I like fresh.

Hello Chad! It is really great to see what your next step will be "Living the Van Life". I knew you have been working hard creating great contents for your viewers. By the way, your contents are GREAT! I have enjoyed watching your videos for the last few years and every time you post your videos it look sweeter and sweeter. Have a bless and wonderful trip and journey no matter where you go. Keep on trucking! 🌎🚘🧰⛽🕶

You probably the one KZfaqr (or at least one of the very few) that can truly make you feel riding shutgun, you're that good of a story teller brother, I wish you the very best in the trips to come, please to keep the content coming, your community truly appreciate you.

No other channel comes close in terms of production and content quality, it's perfectly fine to take time in order to ensure quality you strive for. I can't wait to see new footage, also great to see old vanagon living a new life!

Great to hear a bit of behind the scenes! Looking forward to your next videos 😎👍

YUS!!! MORE VANAGON love the content, looking forward to the Alaska series.

Good to see you back Fella. Looking forward to watching your Arctic videos, when they are released, because the ones last year were probably the best I’ve ever seen from a Vanlifer. Top draw programming, well done Mate.

Hi Chad! I saw your 1st Alaska Film (I cant call it a video - it was too amazing for that!) and I think you need to be nominated for every single film maker award! You are so good at it! You are the full package! I would gladly sit here and wait on the You Tube platform for your next film! Take your time. And yes - we have to make a living and be good to ourselves so we can do better work on the things we love so no apologies for not posting content right away! Its your show man. Do it at your pace! We will be here! Cinamatographer, Writer, Director, Trip Planner, Mechanic, Designer, Engineer...man, what dont you do!!! So much talent! Live it Chad! GO GO GO!!!! - DD☮ (not on instagram) lol

I like to watch your videos as it is kind of a escape from reality time. It is like I'm in the adventure as well. I'm glad you're okay! And let me tell you that your content it's already amazing, so I'm sure what you're going to present will be just beyond epic!

Man i have been following you Chad since i was in college, 2015 , you are a source to happiness to all struggling chaps in their 20's, 30's i am from india, i took my friends for meals to uphills just because of your knowledge and guidance, the vasoline cotton balls are a bane, so happy to see you man cheers

Great to see more content will be released. If these upcoming arctic vids can somehow top the last arctic journey, then we are in for treat. Thanks for bringing us along on these epic adventures.

Thanks for the update. So excited for new content! I recently found your channel, and it's now one of my favorites😊

That teaser of your new content is fire, absolutely stunning visually and the music you've chosen was the cherry on top, hyped for the final edit. Thanks for all the hard work you put in to create these mini masterpieces.

Nice seeing you at Syncrofest! Can't wait for the new Alaska video. Keep crushing it! nate

Awesome video as always Chad. Can't wait for the next Living the Vanlife Alaska adventure.

Hey Chad, we’ll take what we can get. Your content is worth the wait because one thing IS clear - you are a HUGELY gifted videographer, no question about that.

Appreciate the update brother I ain't going nowhere I'm with you till the end Keep On Truckin coming from a 30-year veteran trucker Marine Corps veteran and friend from New Jersey

You do your thing shad .. the sky is not the limit.. you are one of the best youtuber when it comes to quality videos on van life ... Can't wait for the next one.

Chad, you were my first Van Life account because frankly your cinematic style was just totally different league and I loved the blend of talk and pure video. This was way back in your full time VW life ! Great to see it back again btw. Anyway, so good to see you've been exercising those creative muscles and looking forward to seeing the output. And that 140bhp / 2.0Tdi VW engine I'm sure you know is just huge in the UK / Europe. Just everywhere and so may applications. And with the barest maintenance they'll do 300/400k miles all day. I've had one that did 180k miles, ran like a swiss watch. My bro had one with 210/220k on it that was still rock solid.

Hey Josh... Great channel and content. Do miss seeing the videos. Especially to cooking segments. Most us of don't understand all the work that goes into the content. It's your channel. Thank you

Chad, No need to apologize....you always deliver the most impressive adventures on KZfaq, hands down. Happy and thankful that you are doing well. My wife and I Love you and look forward to the great adventure. Paul & Kim

Your videos are the best to fall asleep to. No joke, and a complement. That video in January was soothing and relaxing.❤ Stay true to your passion and the rest will follow. 🌟

How dare you have an epic, busy life and a job Chad! Unbelievable! 🤣 HYPED for the new videos, looks amazing.

Chad your in my opinion the best vanlife explorer, every trip and video you make I enjoy watching them all, you are the inspiration for me wanting to do vanlife so however how long it takes for editing ik definitely it's gonna be an absolute diamond experience to watch

Dude your videos are like going to the movies, so well done and they are worth the wait!

That first trip to the Artic was awesome!!! I shared it with all my friends. Can't wait for this second trip!

Hell yes, looking forward to it. As mentioned here plenty of times, your content as far as quality is already second to none. Keep it up man.

Awesome news! That winter footage looks amazing. Look forward to the full video. Quality over Quantity

Ain't going nowhere bro, love your content! Watching your videos got me through Covid

Your content has always been cinematic and creative. Drone footage is always on point. I enjoyed the series of your trip across Alaska as well.

Thanks for the update Chad! I can't wait to see your news videos!

great job on giving a new life to the VW ! you are missed, and no doubt Alaska was amaaazing ! can 't wait to watch if you share !

Awesome!! Happy to see your still around. Been looking for more content from your channel👍🏻

Chad I have tried to explain what your cinematography does to me. Today as I watched your shots of the northern mountains my heart ached, actually ached. I know you you know! You are a deeply inspired genius my friend. The old VW stands tall and is still a beast.

Seriously cannot wait to see your new video! I’ve been watching reruns! 😂 Yours may be the best/most favorite channel on KZfaq! I literally chased down a Sprinter van in Bend last fall thinking it was you. Haha! Looking forward to the new video! Keep up the good work!

Right on! The footage from your trip looks Epic!!! Can’t wait to see it….Thanks for the update. Cheers 🇨🇦

Thanks for the update on what has been going on behind the scenes so to speak Your KZfaq videos are worth waiting for.

Hi Chad, good to see you back on KZfaq, eagerly waiting for your quality content as usual. Cinematography and your music choice. Big hug and love from Pakistan 🇵🇰❤

Great to hear and see you, glad you’re having so much fun. REALLY looking forward to the next video!

Your winter videos have been some of the best content over the years, I still sometimes go back to that one video you made years ago where you camped in the deepest of winters with your VW. I am very much looking forward to the release of your newest winter adventure.

Really looking forward to the new content 😊 my heart sank when I read the title of this video 😂 so pleased to know you're still out there filming for us. It's much appreciated 😊 x

Seen you after a long time. Looking forward to your new content on more regular basis. Best Wishes. Good luck.

Been enjoying your videos for a while buddy, keep them coming as long as you're happy putting them out!

That Arctic footage looks amazing! 🤯. Looking forward to seeing those videos. Thanks for the update

Hey Chad, so great to see ya man, its been way to long, and appreciate the update, I kinda guessed you were rocking and rollin all over the states as im a subscriber on your instagram and check you out regularly, so pleased the ole vannagon has a new motor in her, good for another 300k eh? can't wait for the new videos to come out. Peace out, keep on Truckin ✌🏻

Looking forward to it! Your adventure documentaries are top shelf for sure.

great compliment for all your amazing videos. I think YT would be the better choice to present all your fine cinematic content in higher quality than Instagram. Looking forward for your next adventures ! Cheers from Germany, Felix 🍻

Your posts are well worth the wait! But I do keep up with you on Instagram . Keep it rolling Chad! ❤️😘❤️

Good to see you posting, again. I look forward to all your future projects. Kudos and Cheers, Mate.

I don't use Facebook or the gram, but will always be on the lookout on YT. Take care and keep up the great work!!

Bro is back!! Cant wait to see the videos. Hope one day I get the opportunity to travel like this.

Amazing. Can’t wait to see the footage. Enjoy the adventure!

Your channel is already awesome, excited to see the next chapter.

There's way too many channels on KZfaq, that choose quantity over quality and push out multiple videos per week. Doesn't hurt, if there's at least one channel, that chooses quality over quantity.

Good to see you back !- but then, I too have been gone a bit. Sometimes we all need to create some personal space for our own minds & satisfaction. Love the work you put in on these

Great video Chad. I haven’t watched you for a while. Glad life’s going well mate from your friend in southern England

I have really enjoyed your channel. Keep doing a great job and we’ll still be here when you post your stories. We appreciate your hard work!

I believe quality is most important, your trip sounds exciting! I can wait to see your next release! Thank you for sharing your adventures! ☺️

Thanks for the update and I'm glad that you are doing some nice work on the Vanagon and planning to take it out more often. Definitely looking forward to watching more adventures with the Westy!!!

You’re a beast my guy. Great update and don’t stop the adventure! You’re awesome!!

Good to see you again!! Looking forward to new adventures. 😎

Right on Brother! Let the creativity flow!! The Artic trip shows you have the talent. No limits!

Lol I've been here since almost the very beginning.....and my man..... one thing your channel DOESN'T lack....is quality...... you've always put your heart and soul into these videos!!!!! Regardless of the adventure or where or what you were doing...... I've always felt like they were top notch!!!!!! Your channel has brought me so much joy and happiness over the years with countless epic shots of this gorgeous world we live in.... so please don't ever feel like your not doing good enough...... your channel has always been and will continue to always be one of my all time my favorite ones to go to....weather new or really only adventures in the vanagon with no drone!!!!!depending on my mood.... its you your cooking and freestyle attitude I think we've all come to love!!!!God bless you and God bless America 🇺🇸 😊

I can’t imagine anyone would leave this channel! Chad puts out amazing content and has a life outside of youtube as we all do! Do your thing Chad! In the words of Tupac “ do your thing boy i ain’t mad at ya”

Nice to see you again! Waiting for your next release🤩

Chad, I watch your content because of how good it is, not because of how often you release it. Keep up the good work bud.

Looks incredible, but you did not quit KZfaq because here you are on KZfaq with a new video. Glad to see it. Lets just say you did not upload on KZfaq much lately but did not "quit".

Holy Smokes…you have been on the move…and epically productive!! Waiting patiently for all the excellent & beautiful footage! ☀️❤🍻

So glad to see you again, Chad! I'll always remember finding you on YT for the first time as my interest in Class B vans took root in my soul. I found your Arctic video and saw that it was 90-100 minutes - I was tired and thought I wouldn't get thru it. Oh, my - not so. I watched every glorious minute of it and I was hooked on your channel. From then on I went on a binge watching a ton of your other videos. Your Baha videos and some great recipes along the way kept me up way too late. You are a remarkable film maker and story teller. Thank you for posting here - see you on Instagram!

I’m just so happy to see you again! Cheers!:)

It is SOO GOOD TO SEE YOU & VIDEOS AGAIN. Actually, your videos on KZfaq started me looking at Van life & videos camping. I truly wish you the Best In Your endeavors. God Bless 🙏

Glad to see you are out there!! Being missing your videos, Chad and I’m super thrilled to hear about the content that’s coming up. Enjoy the sun!

OMG I thought by the title of this video you were actually stopping filming and posting videos on KZfaq! I got so excited when I saw you had posted another video and then my heart sank when I saw the title! But so happy that is not the case and you will continue to bring us great content documenting your travels. I will look forward to the Alaska video, everything you do is so enjoyable to watch so keep up the great work and I am so happy you are not leaving us. Thank you 😊

Great to see you back. Was wondering where you had gone!

Thank you for posting this. I found you in one of the darkest portions of my life and your videos inspired me to become more knowledgeable in survival and learned so much from you and I look forward to your videos to learn and inspire so don’t quit KZfaq I follow you on Instagram but I still enjoy and love your videos.

please don't ever leave KZfaq, Chad! I love your videos, particularly the winter ones!

Good to hear from you Chad. Always thought your filming was top notch already but obviously you still want to better it. Looking forward to your next offerings. Sadly I don't have instagram so will wait patiently for it to happen on here. All the best to you.

Chad, you do your video outstanding, so to the point and so open to the eyes of your followers. The beauty of the constant of mother nature you have cultivated for us your followers have been incredible. Remember! if you thinking on taking time off, that fine! But just remember we will be here waiting for you. God Bless Man. A++ for this video.

For a long time there was no news from you on KZfaq) glad to see you again!)

I never thought you quit, I just knew more epic shizzz was in the works. Quality takes time.

So cool to see the Vanagon again, what an awesome upgrade!

Happy for you. I was missing your work. Now I can't wait on the next video. Good luck and hope to see it soon.

Its true what you say about your cinematography, watching on my 60” Tv is beautiful stuff man. Ive started watching your vids (only youtube, I dont do social media crap) a few years ago.Your stuff is always interesting and cool. That motor conversation on the VW was awesome.👋🏻👍🏼

So Happy To Hear From You Chad !! Best Wishes For Your Future Plans . Can’t Wait To To See More Van Life. Blessings. Take Care.

Chad, so glad to know you will be around for awhile! As always you do an amazing job!

Man one adventure to the next. Excited to see all the great content from your adventures.

Followed you for years - you’re the inspiration behind my own westfalia build .. love how you’re growing and developing.. in life and filmmaking .. looking forward to future projects 👍🏼

Hey Chad; I just wanted to reach out and let you know how much I've been missing your videos. I recently stumbled upon one of your old videos and it reminded me of all the amazing content you used to create. Your videos were always a perfect combination of quality and quantity, and I really appreciated that. One of my favorite series of yours was the fun van life adventures. Those videos brought so much joy and inspiration to my life. I loved seeing you explore new places, share your experiences, and engage with your audience in such an authentic and relatable way. I hope you're doing well and that life has been treating you kindly. It would be fantastic to see you back in action, creating more incredible content for your dedicated fan base. Your unique perspective and creativity are truly irreplaceable. Wishing you all the best, Chad. Looking forward to the day when I can tune in to your videos again and join you on your exciting journeys. Take care!

we come for your editing, and your story, and your style.. be careful getting a new editor or producer.. you are a legend.. take your time!!!! thank you for everything

Smashed! You rock brother! Can't wait for the new footage. Beers from Canuck land!

Man... do I miss the content. This channel of yours makes it when I'm stuck in my bunk at the firehouse and I can't camp or when I need an adventure recharge. The scenery is some of the best that I've seen.

You r the best in the van life vids! If we have to wait a year, we wait!

I'm glad to see you doing what you love! It shows in your work, and I'm definitely here for it!

Just found your channel this week, been going over your past videos... Amazing high quality... super enjoyable.... Cheers