Unveiling The Truth! | Finally Answering Your Burning Questions!

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The truth is... | Answering Your Questions FINALLY!
Hey everyone! In this video, I answer several questions that you guys asked in a previous post. I know this video will help you all get to know me and Dakota a bit better, as well as entertain you for a bit with BKM's sweet camera skills. Thanks for tuning in!
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@YeahNah100 3 жыл бұрын

As a woman who also trucks, you make me soooo proud. 🤘You are most definitely the kind of professional that we need representing our industry. Thank you!

@jpmerrick8886 3 жыл бұрын

To see this lady drive in the Colorado rockies in winter to get a load through well she may be lighthearted on canera but when it comes to driving she is all business hats off to you gutsy lady a darn fine professional

@robodenbach7600 3 жыл бұрын

To my digital daughter: Your lust for life is so wonderful. After driving for 42 years it is so great so see a fresh honest view of trucking and life in general. Keep it up I love watching your vlogs after retiring.

@KarolinaKolodziejCoach 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 46yo female OTR driver and I’ve never experienced any negativity forwards me as a woman but got lots of help - if I needed or not - I feel very comfortable in trucking field - hugs 🤗

@ToadTheSprocket 2 жыл бұрын

You are a great asset. Do you ever go to Austin's TX Gym named Own-The-Dash ?

@jimeckenrode1271 2 ай бұрын

I know two lady truckers and they feel the same way you do and that is wonderful for sure.

@Jeffrey-xs3px 21 күн бұрын

I love your tennis shoes touching the gas p

@dc76384 3 жыл бұрын

27..young lady. Got a great career, good for you.

@bighouse1283 3 жыл бұрын

God job with the Q&A Shelby (and BKM gorgeous scenery with the Drone I remember some of them) and nice to see you back smiling.🙂👍 〽️

@socal87border 3 жыл бұрын

OG fan, I like it 🤙🏼

@adrianbrooks6257 3 жыл бұрын

@@socal87border,90,

@anthonyschneider7476 3 жыл бұрын

Hello

@mptpowertrucking8096 3 жыл бұрын

You go girl !!! Very proud of your accomplishments. Old school lady Truckers Blazed a trail 50-20 years ahead of Newer Carriers. A lot of 67 - year old female Truckers are retiring. Now, as you have, newer Federal Motor Carriers can continue hauling FX doubles. Keep up the good work girl we're all very proud of you.

@dgarreis 3 жыл бұрын

I want to say this channel is so spot on. It puts a smile on my face every time I see one. The videos, the music, the scenery and then we see Dakota's sticks and Shelby's smile then hear her laugh. BKM and you are making many of us smile each video. I do not drive trucks or big ones. One of the only channels I watch just because it makes me smile.

@peggyudden8814 3 жыл бұрын

You are truly a trucker with good experience and confidence. I love watching your videos and I wish you all the best! Great video effects, great dog, great Shelby!!

@ronijr4918 3 жыл бұрын

I remember when your channel had about 30k subs. Man I'm genuinely proud of your growth of your channel!

@frankbernotimm3031 3 жыл бұрын

BKM is doing a great camera work! For my opinion it is for all of us - although I am not trucking - the best option to go the own way. You're doing just this with passion and huge experience. Chapeau!

@socal87border 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@tomhahn6792 3 жыл бұрын

I loved your response to the "gender equality" question. Looks to me like your work ethic resolves that issue. Love the videos.

@chriswatchingponies9877 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet vid. Being so self-aware, trying to connect with everything around you and with time makes you a very beautiful person. And these shots by BKM are fantastic !

@mikeskidmore6754 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder how close the drone was to the Grizzly .. he seemed to be paying no attention to it..

@anncrusch 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched this video, sorry I'm so late, but I wanted to comment on the gender equality thought. I've only been driving for 4 months and I'm an older female, 57 to be exact, and I have had sooo much help out on the road. So many dock guys have been patient and helpful, whether waiting on me to get docked (I'm slow af) or explaining things to me that I didn't understand. Additionally, I've had tons of guys and gals helping me get parked in tight spots at night, give me advice, and one guy even bought me a coffee while giving me tips and tricks to help me get better. I have never had anyone deliberately treat me poorly and I've never felt singled out in any way. I think some people are quicker to help me out either because of my age or gender, but I feel like it's more because they think I will be easier to approach and more receptive to help than some guys might be. Just my thoughts and experiences. Shelby, you are the same age as my youngest daughter and I love your channel and think you are such an inspiration!!!

@YWNBAWEver 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate this comment so much! I’m in my early 40’s and seriously debating getting my CdL to get on the road. One of the big things that scares me is being a woman alone, traveling long distances, and being in a heavily male dominated field. Plus my age. Your comment and vids like this really help give me the push I need for a career change. It’s nice to see how many ladies are in this industry and to hear how helpful everyone is. Be safe out there!

@Snipedog1978 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby, you are such a beautiful soul, I wish there were more people out there on the road that had the zest for life and the happiness of others. I wish nothing but the best for you, Dakota and the rest of your team and the best success for your company

@atruckersworld7989 3 жыл бұрын

Love this format for the Q&As. Your an amazing woman to have accomplished so much at a young age. I think you have a very good future ahead of you!! I look forward to seeing each and every one of your videos!!

@jfdr31 3 жыл бұрын

You are never boring.....love every video you do......and the updates....even if just a quick blog

@thelibrarian46 3 ай бұрын

Your locations often look beautiful and remote. Speaking from a UK Perspective, I get the impression that you can travel for long distances in North America, particularly in the interior in areas with space populations and human habitation compared to the UK. In contrast in the UK, everything is compact, and much older. This is reflected by our road network, and the age of our settlements, as well as the legal dimensions for the size of vehicles travelling on our roads.

@shinyshoes101 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing vid Shelby! BKM, as always your editing is fantastic, so much talent!

@johnbickham5532 3 жыл бұрын

Loved and hated trucking. The travel and scenery was always awesome, the truck stops, recievers, and shippers always seemed to be in lousy moods, but the money was good. Always stay positive, please and thank you are your friends and keep them wheels rollin' baby girl. Cause the next curve or hill could be breathe taking, wished I would have taken more pictures.

@danlindberg4849 3 жыл бұрын

This video was great! Very well put together! Thank you to all 3 of you! "Keep on trucking"

@daryllneuburger4946 3 жыл бұрын

Your a freaking rockstar! I cant believe u have accomplished so much at such a young age thats so awesome! U r an inspiration to the field and have a great personality wish nothing but success and happiness

@janebeuten6071 3 жыл бұрын

You are such an inspiration Shelby! I love all of your videos ❤. You, Dakota and BKM make an awesome team 👍🏻😀🐾🎥. Stay safe guys! 🚛

@socal87border 3 жыл бұрын

🙏🏼

@Bill_N_ATX 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been to 48 of the states and I’ve flown over two million miles across the country in the last twenty years. But it’s been the long road trips across country that I love remembering. 500 mph is too fast. My back is too bad to drive for a living these days but spending 10 to 12 hours a day driving doesn’t sound bad, especially as a team driver with a good team mate. I’m real glad it works for you guys.

@jeannielj 3 жыл бұрын

This is Eli and I love the video and the truck and stay safe out there my friend

@MatthewBarberio 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent Q and A! And BKM did an excellent job filming the beautiful scenery (as always). I also enjoyed seeing some of the older "archived" footage, especially that beautiful waterfall which is one of my favorite of the drone shots!

@Noble6233 3 жыл бұрын

Dakota taking a load up the street while you were gone away is my favorite video. 😂🦴🐕 👍

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

It was quite a lot of work to make that one. I never think it got a ton of recognition so thank you 🤗

@Noble6233 3 жыл бұрын

@@ShelbyHBTM My grandma said if this pretty dog can drive that big rig maybe there is hope for me. 😂😢🐕😊

@jpmerrick8886 3 жыл бұрын

It was you tube gold

@stanbrow 3 жыл бұрын

Your camera person is awesome!!

@socal87border 3 жыл бұрын

😁

@jonnyboat2 3 жыл бұрын

Always try to stop and smell the roses. I’m trying a new root vegetable today. The rutabaga!! You can fry it, mash it, microwave it, boil it and it’s supposed to be good.

@jacobd373 3 жыл бұрын

When the pandemic first started I went to the grocery and the entire produce section was cleared out. Except for the rutabaga. We ate alot of rutabaga that first month.

@jonnyboat2 3 жыл бұрын

@@jacobd373 I had enough mashed rutabaga that day to last three days, and it was good. I cubed it, boiled it, and mashed it with butter. It was different, but good.

@digitalminimalism9083 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video showing how you take care of your body on the road? For example, when its cold and you have to shower, fo you dry your hair in the truck stop? Do you workout? How do you decide what to eat? How do you manage your stresses or potential stressors? Bonus question: How do you handle taking a big dog on the road?

@dannyodonnell6227 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video and your right trucking is not for everyone but it's been very good for me for over 50 year's I'm in my 70s now although it's changed alot I still love it and will to I die

@garysimons1608 3 жыл бұрын

Dakota is such a good dog. I love that dog!

@Connie1Fan 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to have you back, hope driving videos will follow

@davidblaylock5200 3 жыл бұрын

I have been trucking for 37 years. Still using paper logs. Have 1997 Freightliner FLD 132 Classic 500HP 60 series Detroit 13 speed. Run Georgia to Chicago and back drop and hook. I really enjoy the Channel. No GPS.

@RiverRatWA57 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't have a GPS until I started teaming with the wife(she is 'directionally challenged'). Still like having it, don't need it, just nice to have.

@benmassey3808 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for answering and super cool that you almost got a chance at IRT!!

@jimeckenrode1271 2 ай бұрын

Shelby, this is a very entertaining and educational video and I really love it so thank you very much. Glad you are doing well.

@terrylondroche3259 2 жыл бұрын

I love the fact you gave Dakota a voice

@BigDave_215 Жыл бұрын

Older vid but I love your views on things and the way you explain them. Glad your out here doing this. Your message is so different than anyone I have seen. And that is really amazing!

@pawsplusplanet4682 3 жыл бұрын

Love the video!! You guys are the best! ❤ I just love how open minded and kind you are and Dakota seems like the sweetest girl. 🐶

@samuelutagaloa5003 3 жыл бұрын

Soo proud off you Shelby! Continue what you do best. GOD BLESS...

@georgenietzsche2264 3 жыл бұрын

I saw a Utah video in a snow storm... And I have to say you kicked ass you was out there helping everybody out and in my book your awesome truck driver...

@simonloos9472 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid as always! Have a comment for the algorithm!

@JeremyTVOK 3 жыл бұрын

As a drone photographer, I love the drone shots. They were SPECTACULAR!

@rogelioherrera6865 2 жыл бұрын

Happiness by the mile is a great catch ! And you topped it with the very outstanding logo and that looks Phenomenal! Great logistics also!

@campgas5344 3 жыл бұрын

I have been out of driving for a while now. You are definitely a breath of fresh air for the industry. Keep on trucking and be safe!!!!

@ronheadley6141 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to see you use your head about driving and don't take bad decisions like running with bunch or trucks and look ahead always so you see whats going on ,I drove 48 years and taught many people to drive the right way . God bless and take care always

@MikeyCableguy 2 жыл бұрын

Caught your new video and just wondering where is your cool dog Dakota? You have your own rig now ......very cool!

@261ziggy 3 жыл бұрын

Love your freckles. You are gorgeous but better yet...smart, determined and talented. But seriously...you are a go getter so go get'em. Best wishes for much much success.

@jeremyg3695 3 жыл бұрын

Live in each moment. Yes! I needed that reminder today! 👍 Thanks Shelby. 😌

@richardhenry5858 3 жыл бұрын

Whaaaa!!? Duude! Thanks for answering my question. Well said. It's about the journey, not the destination. Very cool. Have a great day & safe travels.

@Pyracantic 3 жыл бұрын

Awe Dakota you so heckin wholesome!

@BenKlassen1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for answering the questions of your followers. Loved the video; it was beautifully shot. Wishing you and your crew every success.

@perjrgensen8280 3 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work.. Greetings from Denmark.

@GinaThaLatina 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss girl! Potatoes! For life! Safe travels! Love your channel. Keep truckin!

@steveburke3923 3 жыл бұрын

Good Lord, TWENTY-SEVEN! I have SHOES that old. Grin. Drove oil tankers, flat beds, moving vans, doubles, and more. You are a joy to watch. Great attitude. Subscribing!!

@Greenbearls 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby:"I love driving through WY." Are we driving on the same road??? Hello?

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

😂 you must not be able to go the speed limit 😉

@mikeskidmore6754 3 жыл бұрын

@@ShelbyHBTM As a Skibum in the Early 1980's I followed a State Trooper half way across the State of Wyoming in I-80 in my car when the speed limit was 55 MPH .. 55 MPH on highway like that is so boring and so frustrating.. I had my Radar Detector but I got busted by an Air Plane and stop watch in Nebraska.. I should of had a CB radio in my car. I guess...

@MoosemanR 3 жыл бұрын

Trucking dosen't excite me much anymore, but you have a great personality and a loving person.

@davidschabel4664 3 жыл бұрын

No eld in 70s and 80s, drove until tired, sleep get up and do it again, for the most part worked okay, more miles = more money, real old school loved it, great video, pull toy here 😄

@maxplanck9055 3 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you Shelby happy and confident in good health, I miss your truck driving vlogs in recent months,it was nice to hear it from a younger perspective,much love 🇬🇧👍❤️

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

Making more soon

@rogershultz4756 2 жыл бұрын

@@ShelbyHBTM love love you girlfriend we get married by being your husband you being my wife avoid you when truck driver

@jamescook5784 3 жыл бұрын

Also with automatic trucks there is less wear and tear on your drive train. Like less u-joint breaking or any other drive train issues.

@cornellius4781 2 жыл бұрын

love that your channel is very direct and you emphasize the positives about the industry. Considering dedicating 5-10 yrs into trucking

@ashtonbouvang6857 3 жыл бұрын

I fished at those ponds throughout my childhood. My wife's grandfather owns some of the gardens just east of these ponds. Great to see my hometown and to listen to your answers!

@bparker8195 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby, I was wondering where you've been. I was a relatively new subscriber when you disappeared for awhile. So glad you're back vlogging regularly. I really enjoy your videos and learning about the trucking industry from your perspective. Much respect young lady.

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

Had a few things happen but I’m trying to get back swinging

@prescottosegie 3 жыл бұрын

Great QnA video Shelby and the view looks amazing I love it💯💪🏾

@scottnickolas9593 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I had my Test with Dot officer and back in 99 and yes it was nerve wracking. I was actually out in salt lake city in the beginning of May for my new job. It's beautiful out there.

@catmom1561 3 жыл бұрын

Love the Q & A video! The scenery around you and the drone video was beautiful. Sounds like Dakota likes potatoes too! I love potatoes and my hubby tells me if they quit growing potatoes, I will be lost. Lol!!!!

@JonLawVids 3 жыл бұрын

Fell in here because of American Truck Sim, and finding the real life stuff interesting. It kind of fills out the experience while I play at being a trucker. I was trundling across to Oxnard while listening to this 🙂

@truckingoperator 2 жыл бұрын

Totally underrated channel. Love your videos!

@michaellong1579 3 жыл бұрын

OMG...BK speaks. Well just sit, lay, down and PAW. LOL. Great video from U2, full of useful information topped with your wonderful wit and charm. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.

@davidwaddell8758 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Shelby and Dakota!👋 Awesome scenery BK does! Thank you for sharing! Be safe out there! Also I was wondering what you thought about electronic longs! I did care for them either when I was driving! 😆❤👍

@maxplanck9055 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby your hair looked great in this video,a nice change in style,it's complimentary 🇬🇧👍❤️, hope you're enjoying being a driver and owner

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

I am thank you ☺️

@blippacg 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby's comment on automatic transmissions (and manual restrictions)...I went through a CDL class in Austin (Austin Community College). They had two trucks we trained on and both were automatic. I have a manual restriction on my license. While that could definitely be a problem in some fleets, I think most large fleets today are transitioning to automatic transmissions. Would like to get the restriction lifted some day but not worried about it.

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

You can have a successful career without it for sure (edit: “without being able to legally drive a manual”)

@garypierce7380 2 жыл бұрын

In Kansas you need to stop at the Colby Petro and walk over to the City Limits bar and grill in the hotel to the north. I think their Thursday lunch special of prime rib sandwich is the best.

@johnvelas70 Жыл бұрын

New sub about the anxiety, I never understood how/why people get nervous during tests. If I fail I fail if not great. BUT i went to a Catholic grade school where an 85% or less was failing & personally consider anything below 92 % sub-par.

@willbusby6861 3 жыл бұрын

you are the absolute best! From an old Alaskan trucker inspiration is rare. Will B

@joeowens7585 3 жыл бұрын

You're such a beautiful and kind human being, if everyone was like you we would live in a better place. Keep up the great work!

@Bendigo1 3 жыл бұрын

You would have to get a short little tractor to pull triples in Oregon. The stick commentary was the best. 😁

@dominickthornburghakaTRG 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering when you will be continuing the ATS playthrough? I enjoyed your perspective on a game I like to play. Also do you watch other peoples videos who drive in real life. I have a couple of suggestions if you do. Iwona Blecharzik. She is a Polish driver who hauls blades, but she has worked in Canada in the oil fields as well. She had a hell of a time getting into the trucking industry because there were few women in the trucking industry over there at that time. Just turn on subtitles and enjoy. Also Wee Yorkshire man trucking. He is an Englishman who moved to the states and is based in Washington but does runs all over the country.

@dpc9624 3 жыл бұрын

One as been following Happiness By The Mile! From the word get Go, Love ❤️ how she passed her Class 1 Hgv as we call it in the UK 🇬🇧 and smashed it! Love Shelby & Dakota and her Crew! Keep up the Beautiful Scenery! And the tunes! Maybe one day you will get the chance to come to England Wales and Scotland Ireland and Truck around are Lands! One of you're English Trucker Subs! Scania 500 V8 series Drivers UK 🇬🇧

@rhiannonmccord7382 3 жыл бұрын

Hope to see you in the Salt Lake City yard some time! ☺️

@achintyasagi6226 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, Shelby I recently saw your American Truck Simulator Gameplay and it was awesome. I love your videos a lot. Love from India. Stay Safe out there :)

@randyhopkins9114 Жыл бұрын

Babygirl, Gramps here! Potatoes 🥔 are considered a meat substitute!...😊

@Etoro27 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video, tnx Shelby, keep on trucking.

@naisaetern2908 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been watching your youtube channel since the beginning

@richardrodriguez9098 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Shelby, awesome video and Q & A!! Would you ever go through the west coast like Az ? Stay safe!!🙏❤️

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

I’m based in the west so I get around there occasionally

@roundsm18 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting to hear more of your thoughts. I now drive a Freightliner Cascadia, have driven a few Volvos. I agree on the FL point. I miss the Peterbilt 377 that I learned on though.

@rehabbedlife2857 3 жыл бұрын

I really love your "concept" for Happiness by the Mile and try to teach it to my daughters. Keep living for today. Love the content.

@beachcruzer 2 жыл бұрын

It's a slow go but I'm starting my own trucking company up here in Canada and planning on moving it to the states your videos help

@bradfordthompson8326 2 жыл бұрын

Oh Shelby on that genders Question you should have reminded us all of when Dakota and you stopped to flag traffic and try to fight that truck 🚒🔥 FIRE...THAT BE SCAREY AND TOUGH FOR ANYONE.....

@captaincupcake57 2 жыл бұрын

For Dakota, I use to chew on corn dog sticks after eating the dog. Apparently got a piece of stick sideways in my big colon. The stick passed but not before piercing my bowel. It healed on its own but I was in the hospital for nine days while I was under the care of a surgeon who were ready to cut my colon out. Buy raw hide for Dakota it may save his life.

@carsavage3757 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Shelby ! I hope you are having a great day.

@crc760 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby did you ever work for U.S. Foods & make videos of that time I remember watching someone working for them a good while back but can't find the videos anymore Thanks & keep the videos coming ESPECIALLY with your boss (Decoda) 😁

@suzfuchs 3 жыл бұрын

It's not about the destination; it's about the journey. Love this! Your journey leads to destination unknown which can be an exciting ride!

@ShelbyHBTM 3 жыл бұрын

😉

@rogershultz4756 2 жыл бұрын

@@ShelbyHBTM I love you girlfriend when you get married boy and happy husband you be my wife

@markbuilt 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video . As for the Ice Road Trucker it's not like on the T V Been there done that

@charleslegge3188 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Shelby, very informative, your such a sweetie. God bless.

@brycejeannotte7699 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Shelby. Take care.

@davidcerone6625 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Shelby !for another great q&a see ya soon as always stay safe out there 👍

@truck6878 3 жыл бұрын

Nice vid. Was good to see interactions with Dakota. Y'all keep up the great work. Enjoy watching your videos

@jonnyboat2 3 жыл бұрын

This life is temporary. It’s good to enjoy the good things while we can. When we move on to what’s next, if you’re prepared, it’ll be life as it was meant to be.