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I’ve decided to step back from both YouTube and Instagram for a while. It’s just not worth my time or energy anymore. I’ve always enjoyed sharing what I’ve been working on — the car projects, the places I’ve camped, and the moments out on the road. But lately, it feels more like a fight than …
I don’t want this to turn into a politics post — you’re here for action, not anger. But there’s been a flurry of attention around Bill C-8 (reintroduced June 18, 2025) because it would add stronger federal powers over telecommunications and create a new framework for protecting “critical cyber systems.” For creators who rely on …
The last weekend of September took me back to Spednic Lake, one of my favorite spots in New Brunswick for quiet camping and lakeside sunsets. I rolled in Friday afternoon, scored the prime campsite right at the point, and to my surprise—I had the entire place to myself. This was my third trip with the …
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Yesterday (Sept 30th) around 7:30 a.m., I open my mail up to a message no creator wants to see: my YouTube channel has been removed. No copyright strikes, no community guideline warnings, nothing in my inbox to even suggest a problem. Just gone. The official notice from YouTube? A so-called “circumvention policy violation.” Whatever that …
It’s been 12 weeks since my feet forced me to hit pause on just about everything. The longest I’ve managed to walk in that time? Eight kilometers. Not much by my usual standards, and afterward, the heel pain is intense. Tendinitis is still present, but it’s not stopping me from walking—just reminding me how fragile …
Read more “12 Weeks and Some Progress: Rediscovering How to Adventure”
Who really knows why Instagram decides what to show and what to bury? Some days a post takes off, other days it feels like I’m shouting into an empty room. Reels, stories, photos — they all just vanish into silence. It’s easy to get caught in the trap of trying to figure out the algorithm. …
If you ride, you know the feeling: you finally invest in a solid bike, load it up for a road trip or bikepacking adventure, and then the anxiety kicks in. Is it safe on the roof rack? What happens if you stop for gas or food? The truth is, bikes on vehicles are high-value targets …
Read more “Bicycle Security on Your Vehicle: How to Keep Your Bike Safe While Travelling”
Two small tools, big plans. For the Explorer build (and everything else), I’ve added the DEKO MIG-135AT welder and a Reboot plasma cutter to the workshop. The DEKO MIG-135AT is a compact 3-in-1 welder that works as a stick welder, MIG welder, and lift-TIG welder. It comes ready with stick and flux-core MIG cables, while …
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By the end of July, I finally had the chance to put the MooseWagen to the test. Destination: Martin’s Head, a spot I’ve been trying to reach for a couple of summers now. This time, I was meeting up with friends and guiding a group out of Ontario to experience camping right along the Bay …
With the lift and tires sorted, the next step for the MooseWagen was making it livable and practical on the road. That meant storage solutions, camping gear, and overland essentials that would keep me comfortable while still being efficient with space and power. Fridge & Power One of the best additions so far has been …
Read more “Stage 3: Storage, Camping Gear, and Overland Setup”