He’s right, put a vest on, we don’t know what other people can or can’t see, and if they are able to distinguish objects at 70 miles per hour

Don’t want to be “that guy” but definitely take into consideration what the guy in the truck told you. Wearing a visible vest could be very important. Stay safe 🤘

I agree , you really should wear a high visibility vest

One more comment. I’m 5 1/2 years sober. I started a long distance hike on the Appalachian Trail with just 4 or so months under my belt. When I was looking for the clothes I was going to wear I was bummed that my sort of grungy rock style of clothing wasn’t available in hiking attire. My clothes were tied to my identity. 5 years later I could care less, I know that being prepared for my journey is more important than looks, after some time struggling because you’ve made aesthetic choices over functionality choices your ego dissolves, your sense of self is only who you are internally. That is a wonderful place to be at in life. I’ve hiked 1,000’s of miles now and my knowledge to keep my self safe and alive is my priority. Love this journey, I see you doing things everyday that I know could be easier with some gear alterations and sometimes those things make or break you. I say all of this with respect and love, in the end it’s your journey. Also as a Texan, I’m worried a bit. The driving here is absolutely wheels off.

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We are currently watching your journey in my Geography Class! 🌎👨‍🏫🇺🇸 My students are really into it! Keep killing it Chad! Thanks for the STOKE buddy! Stay strong!

I'm glad you're doing this for addiction awareness and mental health. I'm 100% sober, but addicted to morning coffee and watching these uploads every day! Rock on Chad!

These videos are so rad. And a hi viz vest is a good idea man - even drop in to a bike shop and grab a daytime flash rear light to clip to bag so people see you a long way off. Long time road cyclist - horriffic what drivers claim 'not to see' - people just run straight into the back of and kill cyclists even when they do everything right (lights/bright clothes). Incredible journey, such a good story you are telling!

Love the vlog. Listen to that ole timer. Wear a hi-visibility vest. Or at least a bright green shirt. Especially around Texas drivers.

I'm invested in this skate trip . Everytime I tell a friend or a family member they are appalled. I reassure them your the person for the journey. Stay safe bro and enjoy the scenic routes

You need to get T-shirts made saying "This is the highest elevation of the trip" Love your work my man!

This is so incredible man I’ve been binging to catch up!

You should definitely get a high vis vest

A vest is definitely a logical move. I would take all preventative measures because you cant trust other people with your life. Also wearing all white or bright colors will help keep you cool. The construction field apply that for both reasons.

That’s really nice of that guy to offer a vest

That front shot of that endless incline...so damn gnarly...what an absolute legend and Inspiration!

Would be great if you could give an update on exactly where you are every day - what town you're in, etc. Maybe even it appears on screen real quick - just to give some context of where you are in the journey.

Hey Chad. You are doing great. Your mental strength is the most impressive thing. Instead of talking, you are doing the thing. I respect that. You are stronger and wiser everyday. You got this.

You're a legend man, this trip is super inspiring.

I think the shot where you showed where you were is my favorite shot of the series so far

That footage of going up that steep incline is so intense. Seriously inspiring dude! Also... how do you not have like ALL the subscribers. Is there even anything else to watch on youtube besides this epic journey?

Holy shit dude, you're a madman! To do all that and always have a smile on your face is inspiring. To push up a mountain is off the charts man! So rad to watch your progress.

I was just driving on that highway back in January. Extremely beautiful country, but man that climb up into the Guadalupe Mtns is steep. Sending good vibes your way

Man Texas is no joke. I live in the Austin area and when I moved out here if felt like the state never ended on the drive. The roads are terrible in some areas. Hang in there dude. I lool forward to your updates. Hopefully you find places to stay.

That looks really dangerous tbh. Just one fuck-up like forgetting water for a few hours can lead you to lethal dehydration real quick. Out there, you should be drinking 6+ liters of water per day... at least :/ Not to mention eating actual calories.

Your mental fortitude is incredible. I would be freaking out if I started running low on water in that kind of a situation. Stay strong!

This is the most awesome thing I have seen on KZfaq in a while. What an adventure dude! Thanks for sharing this journey 🙏✌

I love seeing how you’re out in the middle of nowhere desolation, and all the humanity that you attract and good-natured humans. Way to be brave! And make the mission

This is my favorite thing on youtube right now! So inspiring! Thank you for sharing. I wish you the best on your journey.

That was enjoyable to watch! I don’t know where you take the energy from. That elevation alone is crazy!!

The Guadalupe Mountains are a sight for sore eyes out there on Rt 62. I was driving through, not from the area, had no clue they were there, and it's so beautiful to see the face of that mountain (El Capitan) looming over the highway.

Hey Chad.. I love what you're doing. I know you are mostly skating during the day... But it would be cool to see clips of where you end up staying. I know all hotels look the same.. but every video is literally just landscape photography. It's interesting when you talk. Or talk about the day. That's the most compelling stuff for us viewers. You talking.. or the moment you find your lodging feels good for us. Just a suggestion

Love this Chad. A tip to keep your legs going and inflammation down. I know you're going to ice tonight but if you can fill your tub with icy water and soak in it for 10 minutes each night. It'll make a huge difference. It's why I can still skate every day at 59 and always feel fresh. Peace, brother!

Loving the conversations with all the strangers you bump into, makes it even more exciting to watch!!

I’m on a road trip to Georgia from California rn and a few days ago saw someone skating through New Mexico. now you’re videos randomly popped up in my feed and I’m like 90% sure it was you I saw!!

i totally support you wearing a vest bud, you need a black reflective logo for your gear so at least it looks super cool.

Amazing!! How Inspiring, keep pushing Chad, we are waiting for you back on the island!!!

bro 12% grade is absolutely wild, stay safe homie and best of luck with the rest of your trip!!!! ❤

Just started following along a couple days ago. Very cool idea. Used to be a skater but gave it up after high school. Might have to get back into it now. I agree with the other folks about making yourself a bit more visible. You could get a lightweight flashing light from a bike shop and stick it on the back of your pack. USB rechargeable battery. Also- not sure if your are thinking about salt intake, but keeping your sodium levels up is very important. You are probably sweating it all out of your body and the water intake is diluting all the salt in your system. Salt pills would help with this. Lack of salt leads to serious muscle cramping.

So much respect, Chad. Keep pushing and do stay safe!

This journey is the greatest thing, skateboarding-wise, that I have ever watched! Also, I would recommend a lightweight neck gator to keep your neck shielded from the sun - you can also pull them up over your ears as well as your mouth/nose to keep from breathing in dust. Just a thought! Keep it up Chad, I look forward to these videos every day! 🙌

You learn a lot about yourself on trip like this.. Safe travels bro... God speed

You’ve been getting so lucky with the weather. I can’t believe it hasn’t rained yet. Keep pushing Chad I love it!

its even more amazing to see your transformation after all of this.

That was an epic climb. You are still going strong. I have been sharing your story with everyone I see.

I have been following your journey everyday. Today definitely looked like the most challenging. I love everything your doing. Keep killin it dude 🤙🤘

That was another epic uphill pushing. Congratulations. As ciclists know you sometimes reach a peak only to go down and climb up another one a few miles later. So if you are crossing a continent from side to side you are bound to do it a few times. EPIC JOURNEY! Keep it up! You are the man!

I know I’ll be the millionth comment saying this but dude you really gotta ditch the all black not only for the safety like the guy said in the truck but the black has the exactly opposite effect you think it does against the heat and sun. Black and dark colors soak up all the heat where lighter colors reflect more of it off of you. Black pants aren’t gonna matter as much but a lighter shirt will make a huge difference

That was a gnarly view. It really puts things into prospective

I gotta agree with the vest comment. You're out there in all black and it can be dangerous af on those long roads where drivers may be distracted or on a highway trans where you kind of end up staring at the lines and not focusing ahead. Even some reflective tape from a hardware or automotive store that you could get creative with if a vest makes it uncomfortable. Anyway, just found you and love what you're doing. Truly inspiring. Can't wait until this weekend so I can binge your journey so far.

Been watching every day. Way to go dude, it’s rad you’re doing this. Been clean and sober for four and a half years and my favorite newest hobby since last year is bicycle camping. It’s impressive you skate 50+ miles a day, because even riding a bike that far is a challenge.

What you are doing is superb man, great resolve and dedication. I saw you dump the hoodie and I totally get that and the beed to travel light. One tip from me (for what itnis worth) is to get a thin piece of cotton or linen cloth, like a cheese cloth. I have one on my bag all the time and fond it so useful. Super light and takes up no room but it I need to cover my head or face, neck, pad my shoulders or even carry stuff it can be deployed. Recently I was shooting a fashion piece on a sand dune and wrapped my head up like Laurance of Arabia. It saved me from burning, and sand getting in my mouth and eyes etc. It also helps if I get colt, I just wrap it around like a scarf and that can be enough. Packing light for me means each item can have more than one use whenever possible so a swiss army cloth (so to speak) makes sense. You can also wet it and use ot to stay cool. 😊😊

day 20 hype!!! you got this. incredible

Most anticipated video rn. I can't believe you're actually doing this man.

I can’t imagine how great those down hills feel. I haven’t watched every video, but i wonder if theres a way, like an amazon locker, to send him shoes, insoles, stuff like that along his route

Keep pushing!! This is just in this part of America. The road will only get get easier to navigate as you get closer to the coast.

Bro definitely get a yellow hoodie or a vest. Even during the day, all black clothing is damn hard to see. Especially on desolate highways, people won’t be expecting pedestrians so you gotta be careful man.

Such a tough dude...so incredible>>>> the determination

Take the vest, dude

Amazing Chad, so inspiring man, I'm blown away by your positivity, to be honest the 50 tricks 50 states challenge was crazy impressive, in terms of mental fortitude and skill, but this......this is another level, I doff my hat to you a hundred times man, you are an amazing human.

Still wish I had more water on hand but glad I found your channel and helped a tad bit!!

Take your time bro. You’ll make it. Keep up the great work!

Holy crap that scenery is amazing!

My favorite thing to watch on KZfaq, right now. Keep going. Welcome to Texas. It's big and it's going to be tough, but you got this! Glad to see Texas Department of Transportion looking out for you. Be safe. It's not always about being seen, a lot of distracted drivers out there. I almost got hit once by an old lady. I don't think she even ever saw me. Keep going and be safe!

For us Brits watching Ben Nevis is 4,413′ Chad pushed up 5,700' in a Texan desert. Could he of done it on venture's? lol Indy FTW :) Much respect and love to you Chad.

Wow Chad! what a day, great sights but that mountain looks tough and rough! good luck tomorrow!

Something you may consider is making two riser pads out of a camping pad/mat. Crank down your baseplate over them. Board while ride the same but your vibrations on the rough stuff will go way down. You may need a slightly longer package of bolts though. Be safe!!!

You are doing well but yes i would have taken the vest least to make a neck cover.

That must have been really hard to start the day like that. And that hill man... aaah. I´m glad you still seem determined and overall positive. I´m seriosly rooting for you man! You can do it! But it´s no joke, I can tell.

Great job overcoming today! I mentioned in another comment, I rode a bamboo bike across the country in a similar route, for human trafficking. You’ll drop weight, but keep the calories & water intake up. You’re going through the most desolate stretch here. Population will become more dense after TX. Little towns will offer more opportunities for water & food, but also more traffic. As a bicyclist, I saw a noticeable shift in manners from some drivers once I got Louisiana, Mississippi & Alabama. Rude & purposefully dangerous compared to CA/AZ/NM/TX. But the rest of the folks in LA/MS/AL were fantastic. Hills weren’t dramatic, just smaller & more of them. Total give & take in that department. Had my biggest day in FL, 226 miles. You’ll fly in FL. Head up! 🤙🏼

Lol - hell yeah!!! wild n epic, its a long drive, cant even imagine

Awesome TDOT workers. What cool dudes!

"we powered through, we made it" BWAHAHAWAHAHA! YOU POWERED THROUGH!! YOU MADE IT!! thanks for this amazing content!

Best video yet I was cracking up at how insane that was especially coming down

Big love man !! Look forward to the updates ❤

Tackling obstacles after obstacles that’s impressive

so inspired and proud of you homie. long time sub from richmond va; much love and respect.

Keep pushing bruv!! Loving your journey!!😎😎

UV blocking long sleeve high visibility shirt that is moisture wicking. They come in yellow, orange, green, road workers wear them for a reason.

Another epic episode mate. I love your recklessness and total disregard for safety NO COTTON WOOL NEEDED 🤙🤙 keep pushing

I followed this path on google street view as the video was rolling. There is only one conclusion. Chad is the man.

Looking forward to your next vlog

Great trip so far Chad. I enjoy the posts. I cycled solo coast to coast a couple of summers ago and a lot of your experiences are similar to mine. You can mail stuff to a hotel you plan to stay down the road. I did that a few times and it worked well. More reliable than a PO. Also, remember while out on the road when the sun is low to the horizon drivers looking at the sun might have a hard time seeing you. Stay safe bro.

You're a fookin' legend mate! Kia kaha and hope you had a good rest ✊🏾🙌🏾🤩

I know where you are! The Guadalupe mountains are steep!! I’m impressed you pushed through that ! I’m sure that’s the steepest for a long time.

This is awesome and best of luck. Two things I would recommend would be to wear a vest and mention where you are more often. Other than that you are killing it dude. 😎👍

stay safe! we're rooting for you!

Skating through tx is beast mode❤

Its really like climbing a mountain. I always think "I could climb a mountain, just gotta keep going up and maintain a good grip and make steady progress". But then i remember that crossing 2 ladders roped together over a lethal crevasse is also part of climbing the mountain and them I'm like no way count me out. The constant danger of getting hit by cars is my "crossing over the crevasse on roped ladders" for this scenario I feel like. But at the same time, its very unlikely to get hit. It would give me major anxiety though.

Keep pushing Chad you got this buddy!

Lovin' it man... I know that hill was a grind for you but i think I had a perma-grin on for the entire 12:54... hope you enjoyed your ice-down. Keep it up!

Bro take the vest for visibility and safety!

This is way harder than any trick you've ever landed. Keep it Chad you got it. 🤙

How tempting it must be to stop skating and walk up the steep inclines! Keep it up, see you in Va. Beach

I have had trouble with gps taking me in circles or just going where you don’t want. I had to use regular map plus gps on long trips by car. Hope you consider a high visual vest or at least some stripes on the back of shirt or back pack. I was hit by a car twice in 2 yrs riding bicycles training. Just too many idiots on the road. Hope you get the route lined out , your choice as always, ride safe.

Yea a vest with reflectors help alot, people will be more cautious when seeing a reflection .

The "next services 128 miles" sign says it all. Where did you sleep between El Paso and Whites City? The scenery is awesome but it is SO desolate. I'm curious to see the TX oil country next. I've been binge-watching this on the edge of my seat and now I have to wait to see what happens next. Keep pushing on!

Hell yeah chad this is so sick keeeeepem coming!

Warrior!

Chad we are watching. Keep it up Legend! Cant trust GPS in desolate spots. You are bossing your way. Love from Canada