I used to ride with my late husband, he drove a log truck. One winter he was hauling from a place that had terrible ups, and downs, and i even bought salt in 50 lb bags, and would drive the way he would go, throw down some salt in the ify places he would need the extra traction. That was fun! I was with him in the mud and everything....I loved it and him, and i really miss him, that's why I like to watch these videos...... good luck to you and keep the rubber side down!
@@robertmoir-vj1kq Im female driver. I'm so ashmed that most man as yourself cant hual a lawnmower, I'm out here hualing windblands. Her husband was better man not only in driving but in his soul. RIP Driver, may you be driven that big truck in the sky. Im sure him and my pap are CB buddy's up there.
I like watching your video's. I don't have a car, can't aford one now. I'm disabled i stay at home all the time other then going to a store or doctor's. So when i watch these video's, it makes me fell like I'm going some where. Thanks😉
C6 incomplete quadriplegic myself and was bed bound a little over seven years having lived in a building with no elevator, always was able to watch things and game to escape every day monotony.
@@FalconXE302 you do know ppl in other countries say the same thing, right Einstein? For all that, why do people pray & ask GOD to look out for loved ones, etc. Then the ? would be, don't you think GOD looks out for everyone that believes in him? It's like you just wanted some troll shyt to say & that bs was the best you could come up with.
Thank you truck drivers for all you do. Without you guys we wouldn't have our supermarkets stocked with food and our gas stations filled. Such an overlooked but extremely crucial profession. Thank you 🙏 🇺🇸
As a member of the CSP I just want to thank you and all the truckers out there that keep our country supplied. Well done sir and all the respect to you!! Stay safe
I drive myself, but let me say thank you for working hard to keep the roads & communities mostly safe for everyone🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 there are some of us out here who still respect law enforcement officers🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😊😊😊
My dad was a gear jammer from 1971 until 2002 when he passed away. He used to take us out on the road with him when we were kids in the 80s. Those are times I'll never forget. God bless all the gentlemen and ladies who push these rigs all across the roads of America in all kinds of weather to keep this country fully supplied.
I'm impressed. My Uncle was a big rig driver and I guess I never knew how complex driving one of these really is. I've always had respect for truck drivers, but after going along for the ride with you in the snow...I'm amazed at how many things one needs to know just to make a safe trip. Thank-you for the ride!
Yes thank you our recognition for what we do to feed our families it’s not easy being away from home....cause you miss a lot especially when you have kids I have two boys that I’m very proud of and a wife that is faithful it takes a special kind of woman to endure our life style and still be faithful to their husband....I’ve missed alot. My wife bless her heart she tries to keep me in the loop but it’s still not the same because you wanna be there for every moment
I drove truck from 1998 to 2009 and shoehorned over a million miles. I'm grateful for the experience, miss certain aspects but would never do it again. Thank you for toggling a few memories for me
My father drove over a million miles in his trucking career and never had an accident. I'm very proud of him for that. With all the reckless drivers out there, it isn't easy to obtain a record like that.
Light load, driving at night in a snow storm....nerves of steel my man. Nerves of steel !! Be safe brother. Keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down....
@ just a ?, I don't drive, my husband does, but what's the diff between him driving w/no trailor & a passenger vehicle driving on the same roads? Is it because your higher off the ground? I totally know how weight helps when you drive in snow, I'd just think it weighs more then a pv..but clearly I don't get paid for thinking.
@@rswife777 less weight on the back the easier it is to slide. A pv would probably be awd or front wd which means most if not all the power is coming from the front of the vehicle. A 2wd thats light in the back would also easily fish tail as well.
Grams loves our truckers. In the 70’s, the truckers went on strike because of gas prices. We joined a convoy to support them, driving from I40 and I35 south to the Texas boarder. Bought dinner for a trucker during a stop. Was such a good experience. Years later, after putting my husband on a plane to Korea to serve at the DMZ, a flood happened and my small children and I were stranded because the bridge was out. Stopped at a motel and there were no rooms. A trucker gave up his room and slept in his cab. It was the sweetest thing. Ie said a prayer for truckers every night since. That was 30years ago and I still say prayers for all truckers. Enjoyed your video and will keep you in my prayers!
A true professional as always. I felt like I was in the passenger seat. My dad was a trucker for 45yrs and I had total faith in his driving skills as I have in yours. Unflappable.
I was in a blizzard going 10-15mph., snow on top of ice stuck to my wiper blades and worsening by the minute, when told on my cb to shut-off my heater and roll the windows down. And in no time, the ice and snow just fell-off the rubber giving me a clean swipe. Amazing what we learn otr. Thanks for a safe ride!
My pet peeve is the new (my age is showing) white halogen lights. Looking to the right is a rule of thumb. Closing your eyes with a prayer not so much.
I really hate those bright lights in my eyes, which is why I try my best to get off the road before I start getting sleepy . They really accelerate my getting tired.
Nate Williams - I have the same problem in my car. I started using those ugly Roy Orbison yellow ones over my regular glasses. It’s SOOO much better, it’s not even funny!
And animals crossing roads, and drivers using high beams or ridiculous light bars or fog lights. More drunks are out at night, I prefer daylight driving.
@@solooverland3666 Call them my 'Happy glasses.' Redid my ol' Serengetis with yellow Corning prescription lenses; gives an extra 1/4mile in some conditions. WAY less tiring for headlights day or night.
We would like to thank you for letting us tage along. Its always nice to get out and travel with y'all... I always wanted to be a Truck driver... thank you again just be careful and may GOD BLESS you..
My dad was a trucker and before he retired, I went with him to Dallas and back to AZ. It was such fun. I wanted to go on a longer drive but I couldn't, at the time. This is really cool that you take people on a trip without leaving their couches. Kudos!
I dont know why this was in my recommendations but i was watching this and have a whole new respect fo you truck drivers. I definitely will consider you while on the roads this winter season. Be safe
I remember watching this thinking it would be a very scary experience. I became a trucker soon after watching this. It got me thinking how tuff my family truckers are. Truckers used to be highly respected in a community
I like hearing you talking about your trip. Your speed, what you're doing. The hazards you are aware of that most people on the road don't realize or consider. You have a great voice and you are articulate. I love road trips. I once went from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. To Halifax, Nova Scotia and back. I was given the opportunity to drive the semi. I loved it. But there weren't many female drivers on the road. That was July 1974. Learned a lot about rush hour traffic being a royal pain. But loved the scenery. The best part of watching your video is listening to you. It's almost as awesome as being there. You're an awesome driver. But I'm guessing most seasoned truck drivers are great drivers from experience, many hours on the road and just earning a living. My Dad taught me to drive on a stick. One of the reasons I love a standard. You have more control. If you feel it slip you just drop a gear or two. Try having some mints on you so your throat doesn't get dry from talking and the heat in the cab.if you have a hot drink or water, that helps too. But not too much or you'll be stopping for pee breaks. It's easier for men then women. I learned that on my trip. That and there were no shower's in the women's bathroom's anywhere. I'm very impressed with your driving. I'm betting this ride would be beautiful in the summer. My favorite time is in the fall when all the leaves are turning or have turned. Personally I love driving in all types of weather. I love lightening. That would likely be the only time, I'd stop. Just to watch the lightening. Love the thunder too. My name is Liz. Be well, keep safe and may God Bless you and all of your loved ones. Hope to see and hear more of your video's. If you ever feel like talking. My email is lizkennedy90210@gmail.com
You are a very confident driver! I'm glad you cleared that window for me to see better. One good thing about driving at night, there's no traffic. Peace be unto to you as well.
Same feeling leaving the Army. Running HETT trucks through Romania, Poland, and Germany around small winding Mountainous roads. Fun times. Many drivers losing mirrors adjusting to the small roads lol. Miss the fun but not the BS.
Living in a whole different country, someone who LOVES snow, and driving!! this is a dream video. So very cool!! One day I'd love to go for a drive with a trucker like you in snowy conditions, what a ride that would be
I'm watching this video with my cup of coffee and I am like wow. My respect to all truck drivers that do this for a living. This comes from a person that never experience these conditions.
You stay so calm in all that mess, it must take nerves of steel to drive one of those big rigs. Thank you for all you do for America, keep truckin' and stay safe out there.
We were married 17 years when he passed away, we run flatbed, tankers, boxes....log trucks, even took a load of split rail fence to Nantucket Island via NYC on a ferry ship. You don't realize how much this has meant to me, I'm 60 and haven't been in a truck for 3 years, you drive very well. I hope to take another ride with you sometime.
Interesting you should mention the blade popping. That was something I learned to do right off the bat when I started driving both my personal vehicle and the truck I drove for a living. I really enjoy riging along with you.
I’m retired now but had many night drives thru the Canadian Rockies, lightest load in a snow storm over the Rocks was 3000lb. Loved it at the time, but with my night vision gone am glad to watch you guys.
Drove trucks for more than 20 yrs, coast to coast including Canada, I know pretty well what this young white knuckles driver is going through. He's doing pretty good so far, but don't change lanes too much remember you're pulling a light trailer. Wish you the best!!!
Thank you, I really like your videos. I live 60 miles from the Gulf of Mexico so it's hard to imagine driving in this snow the way you do. We got 3 inches a few years back and we stayed home except for my 7-mile drive to work and back which I drove really slow. Thanks to all you truckers for bringing us all the things we need day to day.
I find these videos to be super relaxing, possibly because I'm not the one behind the wheel, the one with all the responsibility. Possibly because I'm snugged in by the woodstove and don't have to be anywhere at the moment.
Awesome Jeanne.. you stay nice and comfy with that blanket and the wood burning stove whilst I take you to your next destination.. thanks for watching ☮️
Though I hate driving in the winter if I don't have to now, back 40 years ago I did so professionally and this bit here brings me back to '1984, heading through the Canadian Rockies from the foothills of Calgary to Vernon B.C., three days before Christmas, after a snowfall. You've got mad-skills and my hat's-off to you for keeping the shinny side up and muddy-side down......ps:....your voice reminds me of a Cree buddy-of-mine from Red Deer, AL.... laid back and soothing. Stay safe and thanks for your positive contribution to society! Cheers
We had just got through Grand Junction and over the state line into Utah, my ex fell asleep at the wheel, I was just waking up in the sleeper, he went off in the medium of the highway, bounced me out of the sleeper cut my head on the chair back, hit the metal base of the sleeper then the dog house, I knew right away something was wrong inside me, he hit his head on steering wheel, had a knot above his eye, took him a few minutes to realize what happened and wake up, and I'm laying there starting to shake and started cramping so bad around my clavicle/collarbones, tried to tell him something was wrong inside, he said "your just scared you'll be alright" and he climbs out of truck to go check for damage. I grabbed the mike because other truckers where asking if everyone was ok, I told him I couldn't get my husband to understand I'm hurt bad, so he and every other truckers coming by that early in the morning on I70 stopped, even backed up to where I was and got up in the truck to check on me, they finally got him to realize something wasn't right with me. They got him to drive out of the medium just up the road to store with a payphone booth, they called for ambulance and state patrol, the ambulance had to come from out of Moab to where we were, Highway patrol Policeman got there first he crawled in checked my pupils and my pulse, he radioed to tell them to get there asap it wasn't good I was bleeding inside. Ambulance finally got there, I couldn't move, they crawled up in the cab put me on a board to get me out to ambulance, that is something I'll never forget, scared me so much. On the way to Moab hospital the paramedic said the reason I was cramping so bad was because I was bleeding so much inside and he kept telling them to hurry, I was scared to death, got to hospital the doctor on call came in took clear plastic hose rammed it down my bellybutton blood shot out long way, they started wheeling me to OR, they didn't have my blood type and the doctor went out to his truck used cb radio to ask everyone with A+ blood type to come to ER asap. While I was being operated on the people of Moab had heard his call on the CB and people came from all over and had a prayer ring with my Husband and even the Highway Patrol Policeman outside the hospital praying for me to make it through the surgery. My Liver had been severed in couple places, I was bleeding out inside so much I barely pull through, but I did thank God, and thanks to Moab's people for coming and giving me blood. They saved my life. I was in the hospital for 14 days. The sweet people of Moab would bring me gown/housecoat slippers, food, cookies, and take my Husband home with them to sleep, and later to show him all the rock formations around Moab. Nurses would come in and set with me at nite so I wouldn't be so scared and miss my home... A family that had lived in my hometown of Alabama was living there now, they sorta adopted us. You just never know when something like that will happen to you and God will put the right people in your life at the right time... That happened in 1975. I'm almost 70 now the good Lord has been there for me many a times since that day. By the grace of God I'm still here...
Thank you for sharing your story, to be honest I got kinda mad at your husband right off. I am glad that it all worked out for you, you listened to your body and took action!❤️👍🌲🌸❄️
@@tmo.48 Thank you, he thought that because only damage was one bag of the bird seed we had on was busted, so that I wasn't hurt that bad then, he was knocked in the head pretty good by the steering wheel also, took few minutes for him to hear me talking to him. But thank God for all the Truck drivers coming by that morning. They saved my life, along with the Ambulance people, the State Troopers escort for the Ambulance to the hospital because he'd said my pupils were fixed and dilated when he had crawled up in the sleeper to check on me, and he knew id hit my head on the metal real hard and had a gash and was bleeding. And the doctor telling me when I said I don't want a scar on my stomach after seeing the blood squirt out and he said surgery now, his response was you get a scar or die your choice, I was young, scared, stupid, in pain. He got the community to come give me blood. So I was blessed by so many people that day, thank God.
Kildee01 -I am going to turn 62 in about 23 days and I just graduated truck school 30 days ago. Hopefully I will have some good trucking days ahead of me. I am very happy that you were well taken care of by the EM folks and the community at large. You were truly blessed ❤️👍🌸
@@tmo.48 Congrats, hope and pray that every mile you go is a safe one. Take your time, don't rush, always watch out for the 4wheelers, they think you can stop on a dime. I learned just watching my ex drive, one nite on I 65 in Kentucky he was tired and sleepy, I'd been bugging him to let me drive, "He said think you can handle it?" I said of course,lol so we changed places going down the road, we drove a old Bulldog 5 speed, I drove all the way to Chicago, he woke up couldn't believe how far I had driven while he was asleep. So got my license and cards and drove for years till had my daughter. I loved driving. If I wasn't so old and in better shape I'd find me a job driving a dedicated run. So much different now I hear than it was back in the early 70s. Pray God's blessings over you and your truck, ok. Take care.
Just came upon your blog last night & now I’m watching this morning with my coffee ! It’s so valuable to see this from truckers’ point of view. I live in Grand Junction & my sons just moved to Denver last year. My oldest said he prefers to drive at night. I thought he was nuts. Now I understand. Thanks for this. Bless you.
Man, it's been a while since I been across 70 west of Denver , pretty challenging drive especially in those conditions. Been at it 43 years myself. I have no idea how long he's been at it but I can say. He's a true professional to the T. Being calm in those conditions ain't easy. Did hwy 50 once in the winter, stressed out to the max.
Curse words have a purpose in any language as long as they're not saturating a sentence then it's fine to use them for emphasis. Using them, in no way, means you are a bad or good person. There is no correlation.
I agree with you. I hear people I work with and my neighbors and they can't compete a sentence much less a paragraph without cursing every other word. I used to be like that. I think it's offensive now.
These people that talk about your driving are nuts. They just got snow in Missouri another channel said. Accidents all over. Winter driving is not bad until there is about 6 too 8 inches of snow on the road and you can see about 5 feet in front of you and your forced to use the shoulder to guide where your going. I love night time and the worst conditions. Keeps you awake. Beats a boring ride. Take care and be safe.
I've been a prof driver for 30yrs and each passing winter my respect and caution have nothing but increased from my experience and what i've witnessed on the roads. Things have only worsened with the proliferation of automatic transmissions for the unskilled push button CDL drivers. Be safe out there!
Just gotta know what you doing with an automatic. Been driving them about 9 yrs and haven't had any major issues in winter weather. Just gotta know what you doing.
All of these factors you mentioned caused me to hang it up and get out of a truck. I just can't handle the amount of stupid that exist in the trucking industry these days.
Michael Williams - Typical arrogant super trucker whining like a damn bitch as always. Other people are trying to make a living too not just your complaining ass boomer self. Ok boomer? 😂
@@naturalight7 Hit close to home with the comment huh? Just reporting what my eyes are seeing out there, obviously you have no experience to relate to anything that I commented on and surly the finger is pointed right in your direction.
Much respect to all of you truckers out there. The Rockies can rough in these conditions. I almost got stranded going through Wolf Creek Pass in a snowstorm several years ago,...not fun at all
The driver knows his job. Nice driving. I remember driving on i70 in summer. It was tough I must say but to drive on snowy icy road on i70 you must be a pro.
Been there done that. To all you truck drivers want to. Tell you all you awesome amazing special wonderful truckers. Thank you for all you do you all are a special breed thank you for being there for us from Brenda in Kentucky. You truck drivers are the back bone of 🇺🇸
My ex was an over the road trucker. Rode all over the US. Been through all kinds of weather and crazy disrespectful car drivers and some truckers. Lots of respect it's a tough job. God bless you and all the truckers out there. We thank you and pray for your safety! 🙏🙏🙏
When you say you're a truck driver do it in this type weather year after year and then you can say been there done that I have 30 year's and I cry like a newborn in snow and ice. And only driven in it once in a tractor trailer . You have my respect. But I'm from Texas we cry when it rains.
@It's Private Ouch - we've talked about moving there (for health reasons), but I wouldn't want to drive in that mess! Down here in central Florida, we get about as much rain, but it rarely freezes. (Then you deal with the people who aren't used to driving in heavy rain - and think they can do 70 in 3-5 inches of water! Hydroplane city!) What I really don't like, however, is the days where there is a mix of fog and smoke on the highway... you go from a mile or more visibility to literally a few feet in maybe 50-100 feet - and it's REALLY hard to tell the difference between normal fog and that nasty brew. (Look up the disasterous fog-caused bad accidents on I-4 and what it was like that day.) The state now has sensors and alarm lights (and radio alerts) that warn drivers at night (and the morning) when the toxic brew is forming. Speed definitely kills on those days! (The worst we encountered was in the NC mountains, when a tropical storm was coming and we HAD to get off the mountain - I had the window rolled down and I craned my head out to follow the yellow striped line. Some idiot passed me doing at least 30 - I still don't know how he could see to drive in that murk. Literally 5 foot or less visibility - couldn't see beyond the end of the car! We crossed a couple of bridges that closed right behind us... the water started coming up over the roadway.)
i agree .... this guy has my highest regards . I drive a lot in the great Lake region of the US with white outs and lake effect snow . what i thought what were the worst conditions possible to drive a truck in.... That by far is nothing compares to this
Thanks for the videos. My father was a truck driver in Iran. He had old Mack . He did it for 35 years . I used to go with him in my school holidays , in-fact he trained me truck driving and I was pretty good at it but destiny had another thing for me .I respect all truck drivers. Please drive safe . Take care man. 🙏👍
Thanks for the video. Spent 32 years doing this. No accidents by God's grace. A lot of stories. Keep the shiny side up and dirty side down. Retired now in Idaho. I miss it sometimes.
Been driving for 10 years now with about 7 years of that being night driving and I cannot adequately express how much better it is than day driving. Anyone who's tried to go through a major city at 5pm will understand why going through at 1am would be 1000x better.
Ah, I remember the good old days driving through snowstorms. In certain areas it felt absolutely magical. There were good times and bad(other drivers not driving according to the weather). I miss it. Thanks for the nostalgia.
We really enjoy riding shotgun w you. There's something peaceful about watching you just wind through the mountains with snow falling. Thanks for posting. Please stay safe and warm.
Nicely done driving in the dark and snow good job my top speed limit in the snow is 30mph in a car I had 2 wear chains 4 like 300 miles one time that sucked I was a little nervous but u did a hella of a job u only slide once but u made it in a semi truck I live in Oregon so we usually don't get that much snow but when we do they close off the highway have a safe trip
This is 9 months later and its 105* daily. Watching this video reminds me of road trips and takes the edge off the heat of summer. God bless your roads. From Bakersfield California USA.
Thank you. Seriously. You remind me of my father and these videos have been helping me relax while I'm stuck at home with covid. I'm not that sick, but my 70 year old momma with COPD has it too...I'm just stuck in this cycle of worry.... I know we'll be fine...
You the man Mike as usual. Always anticipating, always enthusiastic. They missed out on a good man in the military. Gettin er done. How you do what you do, and then edit and put up all these videos I’ll never know. Thank you for your service.
I used to ride with my late husband, he drove a log truck. One winter he was hauling from a place that had terrible ups, and downs, and i even bought salt in 50 lb bags, and would drive the way he would go, throw down some salt in the ify places he would need the extra traction. That was fun! I was with him in the mud and everything....I loved it and him, and i really miss him, that's why I like to watch these videos...... good luck to you and keep the rubber side down!
Cheers, Becky. :-)
I'm sorry for your loss!
@@robertmoir-vj1kqshe wasnt the driver you dumb fuck, have some respect for her late husband dick head
robert moir you my friend are a terrible person.
@@robertmoir-vj1kq
Im female driver. I'm so ashmed that most man as yourself cant hual a lawnmower, I'm out here hualing windblands. Her husband was better man not only in driving but in his soul.
RIP Driver, may you be driven that big truck in the sky. Im sure him and my pap are CB buddy's up there.
I like watching your video's. I don't have a car, can't aford one now. I'm disabled i stay at home all the time other then going to a store or doctor's. So when i watch these video's, it makes me fell like I'm going some where. Thanks😉
you re welcome Marie Davis
God bless you Marie Davis
C6 incomplete quadriplegic myself and was bed bound a little over seven years having lived in a building with no elevator, always was able to watch things and game to escape every day monotony.
god bless you
Ahh Marie I hear ya,if I lived near you I’d take you out for a drive just so you could relax and watch the world go by.
To all truckers ' across America, thank you, we salute you' for your hard work, keep safe. And God bless America,
it's very nice to receive the appreciation. Thank you, and best holidays!
@@FalconXE302 you do know ppl in other countries say the same thing, right Einstein? For all that, why do people pray & ask GOD to look out for loved ones, etc. Then the ? would be, don't you think GOD looks out for everyone that believes in him? It's like you just wanted some troll shyt to say & that bs was the best you could come up with.
Anthony Burrell they assholes
@@FalconXE302 Yes
FalconXE302 No he doesn’t, he hates other countries.
Hats off to you truckers who get loads through in all weather.
Agreed. Very underrated
Dont forget about the warehouse workers like me. Tall and short reach lifts with 6" to turn around in an isle and temperature from -15° to 28°
@@bigpimpen045 Hats off to you also
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High wind and heavy snow/ice is the worst but if your patient and like a bit of adrenaline you’ll be just fine lol.
Thank you truck drivers for all you do. Without you guys we wouldn't have our supermarkets stocked with food and our gas stations filled. Such an overlooked but extremely crucial profession. Thank you 🙏 🇺🇸
Wait until they hold us hostage.
And ladies
To all the wonderful truckers who keep out stores full of food.
Your Welcome 👍👍🇺🇸
Hi
Hello
@@jacobsinger97 you're just a sad 40 year old virgin who lives in his moms basement get a life useless probably disgrace to your family
God is so good
As a member of the CSP I just want to thank you and all the truckers out there that keep our country supplied. Well done sir and all the respect to you!! Stay safe
I drive myself, but let me say thank you for working hard to keep the roads & communities mostly safe for everyone🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 there are some of us out here who still respect law enforcement officers🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😊😊😊
My dad was a gear jammer from 1971 until 2002 when he passed away. He used to take us out on the road with him when we were kids in the 80s. Those are times I'll never forget. God bless all the gentlemen and ladies who push these rigs all across the roads of America in all kinds of weather to keep this country fully supplied.
I'm impressed. My Uncle was a big rig driver and I guess I never knew how complex driving one of these really is. I've always had respect for truck drivers, but after going along for the ride with you in the snow...I'm amazed at how many things one needs to know just to make a safe trip. Thank-you for the ride!
Have crossed the country about 37 times since '81. Watching your video brings back memories. I like your attitude and easy talk.
Yes thank you our recognition for what we do to feed our families it’s not easy being away from home....cause you miss a lot especially when you have kids I have two boys that I’m very proud of and a wife that is faithful it takes a special kind of woman to endure our life style and still be faithful to their husband....I’ve missed alot. My wife bless her heart she tries to keep me in the loop but it’s still not the same because you wanna be there for every moment
I drove truck from 1998 to 2009 and shoehorned over a million miles. I'm grateful for the experience, miss certain aspects but would never do it again. Thank you for toggling a few memories for me
My father drove over a million miles in his trucking career and never had an accident. I'm very proud of him for that. With all the reckless drivers out there, it isn't easy to obtain a record like that.
i thought was only in the caribbean people drive kind of reckless but i learned something new today it happens all over the world
Some drivers have 3 million
I have over a million miles and no accidents also
25 year trucker here, looked like you were driving a Volvo with 12 speed I-shift? Good truck. You have a great attitude.
Light load, driving at night in a snow storm....nerves of steel my man. Nerves of steel !! Be safe brother. Keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down....
J K I learned a long time ago...not nerves of steal...just dumb. Simple
@ just a ?, I don't drive, my husband does, but what's the diff between him driving w/no trailor & a passenger vehicle driving on the same roads? Is it because your higher off the ground? I totally know how weight helps when you drive in snow, I'd just think it weighs more then a pv..but clearly I don't get paid for thinking.
@@rswife777 less weight on the back the easier it is to slide. A pv would probably be awd or front wd which means most if not all the power is coming from the front of the vehicle. A 2wd thats light in the back would also easily fish tail as well.
Why not just chain up for this?..looks bad enough to be much safer with chains. Asking respectfully as a non truck driver. Great video!
@@rswife777 A bobtail truck is really slippery on winter roads, much worse than a car
Love truck drivers. They help to make the world go round.
I'd prefer to drive at night. Little to nobody else on the road. Much more tranquil and quiet.
Not in the Snow
@@mikes6899 I still like it. Driving in the night is preferably. Here in scandinavia given our latitude daylight is not really an option anyway ...
Night Mahar what’s it like with the deer population at night? Any problems with them just sprinting right at y
I agree as long as I get good sleep during the day I can't drive at night unless I slept well during the day.
There's a reason truckers move at night.
Grams loves our truckers. In the 70’s, the truckers went on strike because of gas prices. We joined a convoy to support them, driving from I40 and I35 south to the Texas boarder. Bought dinner for a trucker during a stop. Was such a good experience. Years later, after putting my husband on a plane to Korea to serve at the DMZ, a flood happened and my small children and I were stranded because the bridge was out. Stopped at a motel and there were no rooms. A trucker gave up his room and slept in his cab. It was the sweetest thing. Ie said a prayer for truckers every night since. That was 30years ago and I still say prayers for all truckers.
Enjoyed your video and will keep you in my prayers!
Mike, you would be a valuable asset to any trucking company. 👍✌
A true professional as always. I felt like I was in the passenger seat. My dad was a trucker for 45yrs and I had total faith in his driving skills as I have in yours. Unflappable.
It’s amazing how much control you need to drive a truck. Conditions like these people tend to forget the basic rules of the road. Stay safe stay calm
I was in a blizzard going 10-15mph., snow on top of ice stuck to my wiper blades and worsening by the minute, when told on my cb to shut-off my heater and roll the windows down. And in no time, the ice and snow just fell-off the rubber giving me a clean swipe. Amazing what we learn otr. Thanks for a safe ride!
The only thing I hate about driving at night is the really bright headlights! !!
My pet peeve is the new (my age is showing) white halogen lights. Looking to the right is a rule of thumb. Closing your eyes with a prayer not so much.
I really hate those bright lights in my eyes, which is why I try my best to get off the road before I start getting sleepy . They really accelerate my getting tired.
Nate Williams - I have the same problem in my car. I started using those ugly Roy Orbison yellow ones over my regular glasses. It’s SOOO much better, it’s not even funny!
And animals crossing roads, and drivers using high beams or ridiculous light bars or fog lights. More drunks are out at night, I prefer daylight driving.
@@solooverland3666 Call them my 'Happy glasses.'
Redid my ol' Serengetis with yellow Corning prescription lenses; gives an extra 1/4mile in some conditions.
WAY less tiring for headlights day or night.
Hats off to you guys trucking. It’s amazing what you have to go through sometimes. We appreciate you!
Correct amazing job be safe god protect them
@@nelsonamoreno6841 you bet
@@hollyrehill4373 thanks happy Thanksgiving
@@nelsonamoreno6841 same to you
We would like to thank you for letting us tage along. Its always nice to get out and travel with y'all... I always wanted to be a Truck driver... thank you again just be careful and may GOD BLESS you..
My dad was a trucker and before he retired, I went with him to Dallas and back to AZ. It was such fun. I wanted to go on a longer drive but I couldn't, at the time. This is really cool that you take people on a trip without leaving their couches. Kudos!
I dont know why this was in my recommendations but i was watching this and have a whole new respect fo you truck drivers. I definitely will consider you while on the roads this winter season. Be safe
I felt safe on the whole trip even though I wasn't with ya. Driving in the snow like that takes a special talent. Stay safe driver.
Amazingly good driving
Words are never enough to thank those who have the right frame of mind when it comes to..Trucking..
Thank You for driving in all kind of conditions for America.
Thank You For What You Do.
I remember watching this thinking it would be a very scary experience. I became a trucker soon after watching this. It got me thinking how tuff my family truckers are. Truckers used to be highly respected in a community
I like hearing you talking about your trip. Your speed, what you're doing. The hazards you are aware of that most people on the road don't realize or consider. You have a great voice and you are articulate. I love road trips. I once went from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. To Halifax, Nova Scotia and back. I was given the opportunity to drive the semi. I loved it. But there weren't many female drivers on the road. That was July 1974. Learned a lot about rush hour traffic being a royal pain. But loved the scenery. The best part of watching your video is listening to you. It's almost as awesome as being there. You're an awesome driver. But I'm guessing most seasoned truck drivers are great drivers from experience, many hours on the road and just earning a living. My Dad taught me to drive on a stick. One of the reasons I love a standard. You have more control. If you feel it slip you just drop a gear or two. Try having some mints on you so your throat doesn't get dry from talking and the heat in the cab.if you have a hot drink or water, that helps too. But not too much or you'll be stopping for pee breaks. It's easier for men then women. I learned that on my trip. That and there were no shower's in the women's bathroom's anywhere. I'm very impressed with your driving. I'm betting this ride would be beautiful in the summer. My favorite time is in the fall when all the leaves are turning or have turned. Personally I love driving in all types of weather. I love lightening. That would likely be the only time, I'd stop. Just to watch the lightening. Love the thunder too. My name is Liz. Be well, keep safe and may God Bless you and all of your loved ones. Hope to see and hear more of your video's. If you ever feel like talking. My email is lizkennedy90210@gmail.com
You are a very confident driver! I'm glad you cleared that window for me to see better. One good thing about driving at night, there's no traffic. Peace be unto to you as well.
You right like driven in night time not matter if is a car or truck .
10 years ago I walked away from 25 years of trucking.
Man I miss the life but not the bull. Much less those driving conditions.
Same feeling leaving the Army. Running HETT trucks through Romania, Poland, and Germany around small winding Mountainous roads. Fun times. Many drivers losing mirrors adjusting to the small roads lol. Miss the fun but not the BS.
@B Massaro nah I gotta take up 3 spots so I can expand the sides out and have room for my grilling.
Living in a whole different country, someone who LOVES snow, and driving!! this is a dream video. So very cool!! One day I'd love to go for a drive with a trucker like you in snowy conditions, what a ride that would be
I'm watching this video with my cup of coffee and I am like wow. My respect to all truck drivers that do this for a living. This comes from a person that never experience these conditions.
You stay so calm in all that mess, it must take nerves of steel to drive one of those big rigs. Thank you for all you do for America, keep truckin' and stay safe out there.
That is one of the secrets to driving in snow Lois.. keeping calm..☮️
I prefer to drive my big truck rather than a small vehicle in bad weather
Much respect to all you truckers whom travel all through the night in all sort of weather to keep everything going. All the best from west wales uk👍
I drive all damn night only to hop on youtube then watch someone drive all damn night lmao.. Stay safe driver!
Me to
Then you go to sleep and keep on truckin'...
It's gotta be a disorder right...lmao🤣 Because your definitely not by yourself. It's a trucker thang🤘🏾
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Truckers tv on Facebook is an issue like this lmao. Stay safe brother
I-70 through the Rockies is one of my favorite drives, but going from Eisenhower to Dillon is so hard in the snow, much respect to you!
Night driving is the way to go! Way less traffic.
The anxiety just from watching. Thank you for everything you do. I can only imagine how stressful it must be.
@James Jon same here just a sheet of snow everyone freaks out lol.
I drive a Volvo 760. I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one who hits the wrong lever when operating the engine brake or wipers.
Good boat anchor
We were married 17 years when he passed away, we run flatbed, tankers, boxes....log trucks, even took a load of split rail fence to Nantucket Island via NYC on a ferry ship. You don't realize how much this has meant to me, I'm 60 and haven't been in a truck for 3 years, you drive very well. I hope to take another ride with you sometime.
Huge respect what you do!.. God bless you and all of you hard working truck operators,I wish you all good!..
I saw your video when it first came out was watching it as a curiosity and now im rewatching it as a rookie truck driver prepping for winter 22-23
Interesting you should mention the blade popping. That was something I learned to do right off the bat when I started driving both my personal vehicle and the truck I drove for a living. I really enjoy riging along with you.
I’m retired now but had many night drives thru the Canadian Rockies, lightest load in a snow storm over the Rocks was 3000lb. Loved it at the time, but with my night vision gone am glad to watch you guys.
Drove trucks for more than 20 yrs, coast to coast including Canada, I know pretty well what this young white knuckles driver is going through. He's doing pretty good so far, but don't change lanes too much remember you're pulling a light trailer. Wish you the best!!!
Thank you, I really like your videos. I live 60 miles from the Gulf of Mexico so it's hard to imagine driving in this snow the way you do. We got 3 inches a few years back and we stayed home except for my 7-mile drive to work and back which I drove really slow. Thanks to all you truckers for bringing us all the things we need day to day.
Love watching and hearing you talk!!! Safe travels & Thank You!!!!
hello your company name
I find these videos to be super relaxing, possibly because I'm not the one behind the wheel, the one with all the responsibility. Possibly because I'm snugged in by the woodstove and don't have to be anywhere at the moment.
Awesome Jeanne.. you stay nice and comfy with that blanket and the wood burning stove whilst I take you to your next destination.. thanks for watching ☮️
Same here Jeanne
Something so peaceful about the snow at night.
I agree, it's my favorite.
Until kill bill comes out with a sword
Though I hate driving in the winter if I don't have to now, back 40 years ago I did so professionally and this bit here brings me back to '1984, heading through the Canadian Rockies from the foothills of Calgary to Vernon B.C., three days before Christmas, after a snowfall. You've got mad-skills and my hat's-off to you for keeping the shinny side up and muddy-side down......ps:....your voice reminds me of a Cree buddy-of-mine from Red Deer, AL.... laid back and soothing. Stay safe and thanks for your positive contribution to society! Cheers
I could watch and listen to your truckin in the snow all nite lol.
Thanks for the video. I drove truck for 18 years when I was a younger man. I enjoy watching and remembering.
We had just got through Grand Junction and over the state line into Utah, my ex fell asleep at the wheel, I was just waking up in the sleeper, he went off in the medium of the highway, bounced me out of the sleeper cut my head on the chair back, hit the metal base of the sleeper then the dog house, I knew right away something was wrong inside me, he hit his head on steering wheel, had a knot above his eye, took him a few minutes to realize what happened and wake up, and I'm laying there starting to shake and started cramping so bad around my clavicle/collarbones, tried to tell him something was wrong inside, he said "your just scared you'll be alright" and he climbs out of truck to go check for damage.
I grabbed the mike because other truckers where asking if everyone was ok, I told him I couldn't get my husband to understand I'm hurt bad, so he and every other truckers coming by that early in the morning on I70 stopped, even backed up to where I was and got up in the truck to check on me, they finally got him to realize something wasn't right with me. They got him to drive out of the medium just up the road to store with a payphone booth, they called for ambulance and state patrol, the ambulance had to come from out of Moab to where we were, Highway patrol Policeman got there first he crawled in checked my pupils and my pulse, he radioed to tell them to get there asap it wasn't good I was bleeding inside. Ambulance finally got there, I couldn't move, they crawled up in the cab put me on a board to get me out to ambulance, that is something I'll never forget, scared me so much. On the way to Moab hospital the paramedic said the reason I was cramping so bad was because I was bleeding so much inside and he kept telling them to hurry, I was scared to death, got to hospital the doctor on call came in took clear plastic hose rammed it down my bellybutton blood shot out long way, they started wheeling me to OR, they didn't have my blood type and the doctor went out to his truck used cb radio to ask everyone with A+ blood type to come to ER asap. While I was being operated on the people of Moab had heard his call on the CB and people came from all over and had a prayer ring with my Husband and even the Highway Patrol Policeman outside the hospital praying for me to make it through the surgery. My Liver had been severed in couple places, I was bleeding out inside so much I barely pull through, but I did thank God, and thanks to Moab's people for coming and giving me blood. They saved my life. I was in the hospital for 14 days. The sweet people of Moab would bring me gown/housecoat slippers, food, cookies, and take my Husband home with them to sleep, and later to show him all the rock formations around Moab. Nurses would come in and set with me at nite so I wouldn't be so scared and miss my home... A family that had lived in my hometown of Alabama was living there now, they sorta adopted us.
You just never know when something like that will happen to you and God will put the right people in your life at the right time... That happened in 1975. I'm almost 70 now the good Lord has been there for me many a times since that day. By the grace of God I'm still here...
God has a plan for all of us. I pray we all turn to him these days. What a beautiful story! Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your story, to be honest I got kinda mad at your husband right off. I am glad that it all worked out for you, you listened to your body and took action!❤️👍🌲🌸❄️
@@tmo.48 Thank you, he thought that because only damage was one bag of the bird seed we had on was busted, so that I wasn't hurt that bad then, he was knocked in the head pretty good by the steering wheel also, took few minutes for him to hear me talking to him. But thank God for all the Truck drivers coming by that morning. They saved my life, along with the Ambulance people, the State Troopers escort for the Ambulance to the hospital because he'd said my pupils were fixed and dilated when he had crawled up in the sleeper to check on me, and he knew id hit my head on the metal real hard and had a gash and was bleeding. And the doctor telling me when I said I don't want a scar on my stomach after seeing the blood squirt out and he said surgery now, his response was you get a scar or die your choice, I was young, scared, stupid, in pain. He got the community to come give me blood. So I was blessed by so many people that day, thank God.
Kildee01 -I am going to turn 62 in about 23 days and I just graduated truck school 30 days ago. Hopefully I will have some good trucking days ahead of me. I am very happy that you were well taken care of by the EM folks and the community at large. You were truly blessed ❤️👍🌸
@@tmo.48 Congrats, hope and pray that every mile you go is a safe one. Take your time, don't rush, always watch out for the 4wheelers, they think you can stop on a dime. I learned just watching my ex drive, one nite on I 65 in Kentucky he was tired and sleepy, I'd been bugging him to let me drive, "He said think you can handle it?" I said of course,lol so we changed places going down the road, we drove a old Bulldog 5 speed, I drove all the way to Chicago, he woke up couldn't believe how far I had driven while he was asleep. So got my license and cards and drove for years till had my daughter. I loved driving.
If I wasn't so old and in better shape I'd find me a job driving a dedicated run.
So much different now I hear than it was back in the early 70s.
Pray God's blessings over you and your truck, ok. Take care.
Just came upon your blog last night & now I’m watching this morning with my coffee ! It’s so valuable to see this from truckers’ point of view. I live in Grand Junction & my sons just moved to Denver last year. My oldest said he prefers to drive at night. I thought he was nuts. Now I understand. Thanks for this. Bless you.
Man, it's been a while since I been across 70 west of Denver , pretty challenging drive especially in those conditions. Been at it 43 years myself. I have no idea how long he's been at it but I can say. He's a true professional to the T. Being calm in those conditions ain't easy. Did hwy 50 once in the winter, stressed out to the max.
Wow! I am amazed at how you get through these conditions! Hats off to truckers.
Hi, dude. I watched hours of your video and never heard of a cursing word from your mouth. You must be a very nice person. Impressive.
Curse words have a purpose in any language as long as they're not saturating a sentence then it's fine to use them for emphasis.
Using them, in no way, means you are a bad or good person.
There is no correlation.
I agree with you.
I hear people I work with and my neighbors and they can't compete a sentence much less a paragraph without cursing every other word.
I used to be like that. I think it's offensive now.
i cuss A LOT and i believe i am a good person sooo..? a lot of people cuss. most do
@@mariposamoreno
I'm sure you are a good person.
It's just a habit.
I'm sure not claiming to be a saint because I'm not.
Nick Hill n
Truckers are Courageous!- Thank you for keeping our Country going!
These people that talk about your driving are nuts. They just got snow in Missouri another channel said. Accidents all over. Winter driving is not bad until there is about 6 too 8 inches of snow on the road and you can see about 5 feet in front of you and your forced to use the shoulder to guide where your going. I love night time and the worst conditions. Keeps you awake. Beats a boring ride. Take care and be safe.
The colder the better in winter. Hard, hard ice is your best friend. Just like cement. Cool to watch from this perspective.
I've been a prof driver for 30yrs and each passing winter my respect and caution have nothing but increased from my experience and what i've witnessed on the roads. Things have only worsened with the proliferation of automatic transmissions for the unskilled push button CDL drivers. Be safe out there!
Just gotta know what you doing with an automatic. Been driving them about 9 yrs and haven't had any major issues in winter weather. Just gotta know what you doing.
@@aubreymasseyjr.676 The point is, they are allowing more idiots into the field.
All of these factors you mentioned caused me to hang it up and get out of a truck. I just can't handle the amount of stupid that exist in the trucking industry these days.
Michael Williams - Typical arrogant super trucker whining like a damn bitch as always. Other people are trying to make a living too not just your complaining ass boomer self. Ok boomer? 😂
@@naturalight7 Hit close to home with the comment huh? Just reporting what my eyes are seeing out there, obviously you have no experience to relate to anything that I commented on and surly the finger is pointed right in your direction.
Much respect to all of you truckers out there. The Rockies can rough in these conditions. I almost got stranded going through Wolf Creek Pass in a snowstorm several years ago,...not fun at all
The driver knows his job. Nice driving. I remember driving on i70 in summer. It was tough I must say but to drive on snowy icy road on i70 you must be a pro.
Always saw snow on the ground. Never saw it falling. Looks scary to me but easy for you. Thanks for sharing.
I am from Romania. God protect all truck drivers and bless America. Happy new year for all!!!
David Bunâ my friend from Romania 🇷🇴
@@joshgroff4749 Hello Josh!!
Be safe out there bud and watch out for those crazy drivers out there. GOD BLESS my prayers are with you 🙏
Been there done that. To all you truck drivers want to. Tell you all you awesome amazing special wonderful truckers. Thank you for all you do you all are a special breed thank you for being there for us from Brenda in Kentucky. You truck drivers are the back bone of 🇺🇸
I drove from Denver to Grand Junction on I-70 in middle of the winter at night. Lol never doing that again.
My ex was an over the road trucker. Rode all over the US. Been through all kinds of weather and crazy disrespectful car drivers and some truckers. Lots of respect it's a tough job. God bless you and all the truckers out there. We thank you and pray for your safety! 🙏🙏🙏
This was curiously relaxing all the way to the end. And my road-sickness is alleviated somewhat after being homebound for past year with Covid.
Back in the day...my favorite time of truck'n. Had all the beauty of it to myself.
When you say you're a truck driver do it in this type weather year after year and then you can say been there done that I have 30 year's and I cry like a newborn in snow and ice. And only driven in it once in a tractor trailer . You have my respect.
But I'm from Texas we cry when it rains.
You want rain????? Come to Manchester, UK!!!!!
@@ayl3166 Manchester you say? Kidderminster UK has had it's share of rain.
@It's Private you won !!
@It's Private Ouch - we've talked about moving there (for health reasons), but I wouldn't want to drive in that mess! Down here in central Florida, we get about as much rain, but it rarely freezes. (Then you deal with the people who aren't used to driving in heavy rain - and think they can do 70 in 3-5 inches of water! Hydroplane city!) What I really don't like, however, is the days where there is a mix of fog and smoke on the highway... you go from a mile or more visibility to literally a few feet in maybe 50-100 feet - and it's REALLY hard to tell the difference between normal fog and that nasty brew. (Look up the disasterous fog-caused bad accidents on I-4 and what it was like that day.) The state now has sensors and alarm lights (and radio alerts) that warn drivers at night (and the morning) when the toxic brew is forming. Speed definitely kills on those days!
(The worst we encountered was in the NC mountains, when a tropical storm was coming and we HAD to get off the mountain - I had the window rolled down and I craned my head out to follow the yellow striped line. Some idiot passed me doing at least 30 - I still don't know how he could see to drive in that murk. Literally 5 foot or less visibility - couldn't see beyond the end of the car! We crossed a couple of bridges that closed right behind us... the water started coming up over the roadway.)
i agree .... this guy has my highest regards . I drive a lot in the great Lake region of the US with white outs and lake effect snow . what i thought what were the worst conditions possible to drive a truck in.... That by far is nothing compares to this
Thanks for the videos. My father was a truck driver in Iran. He had old Mack . He did it for 35 years . I used to go with him in my school holidays , in-fact he trained me truck driving and I was pretty good at it but destiny had another thing for me .I respect all truck drivers. Please drive safe . Take care man. 🙏👍
Love how you walk us tho how you drive your truck in the snow.
hello mam your truck darivr
Hello Keshia
Thanks for the video. Spent 32 years doing this. No accidents by God's grace. A lot of stories. Keep the shiny side up and dirty side down. Retired now in Idaho. I miss it sometimes.
As a fellow trucker, nice driving! 🙏👍🙌
Been driving for 10 years now with about 7 years of that being night driving and I cannot adequately express how much better it is than day driving. Anyone who's tried to go through a major city at 5pm will understand why going through at 1am would be 1000x better.
You're not alone we are all riding with you and thanks for the great vids!!!
I'm so glad I found you. I've only been drivin for 2 yrs but you have so much information for new drivers. Thanks so much. Be careful out there.
Ah, I remember the good old days driving through snowstorms. In certain areas it felt absolutely magical. There were good times and bad(other drivers not driving according to the weather). I miss it. Thanks for the nostalgia.
We really enjoy riding shotgun w you. There's something peaceful about watching you just wind through the mountains with snow falling. Thanks for posting. Please stay safe and warm.
Thank you for all your hard work and be safe out there
Brother makes it look so easy. God bless him! Thanks for the upload...
Ahhhhh rookies I saw drivers with 10 years experience jackknifing on the road. Anyone can have a bad day someday. Good video.
as somebody who just got their license. this video is full of experience gold. thanks dude!
Great shot, I'm loving these type of snowy night videos. This video has such a calming effect.
Nicely done driving in the dark and snow good job my top speed limit in the snow is 30mph in a car I had 2 wear chains 4 like 300 miles one time that sucked I was a little nervous but u did a hella of a job u only slide once but u made it in a semi truck I live in Oregon so we usually don't get that much snow but when we do they close off the highway have a safe trip
There is no snow in Siberia now and so I want.
Good luck on the road!!!
P.s. Excellent job of no cursing 👍. I know I would've been complaining about the high beams from oncoming traffic. You are a credit to the industry.
Be safe out there in that snow.
This is 9 months later and its 105* daily. Watching this video reminds me of road trips and takes the edge off the heat of summer. God bless your roads. From Bakersfield California USA.
Looking forward to seeing this years snow videos
Think I could drive. Watching these vids brings back memories.....
More power too ya boss. I can't do nights. I'm what you called solar powered. I do love driving in the snow and bitter cold but during the day.
Thank you. Seriously. You remind me of my father and these videos have been helping me relax while I'm stuck at home with covid.
I'm not that sick, but my 70 year old momma with COPD has it too...I'm just stuck in this cycle of worry....
I know we'll be fine...
You the man Mike as usual. Always anticipating, always enthusiastic. They missed out on a good man in the military. Gettin er done. How you do what you do, and then edit and put up all these videos I’ll never know. Thank you for your service.
Loads of respect for you. I could never do that job. I work in an office and that’s where I’ll stay.