Beyond the Cold: How Adventure Traveller Virgil Dessouroux Stays Ready for Canada’s Wild Seasons with Venustas

Virgil Dessouroux is a Canadian adventure traveller, overland creator, and filmmaker who documents off-road journeys, remote landscapes, and outdoor experiences across Canada.

Through his YouTube channel, NorthBound Expeditions, Virgil shares his overland adventures and connects with a community of people who share his passion for exploring beyond the ordinary. As a Venustas V+ Master, heated apparel has become part of his outdoor setup, helping him adapt to changing seasons and unpredictable conditions.

For someone who spends long days exploring outside, the right gear is not just about staying warm. It is about having the freedom to keep going.

A Heated Layer Built for Life on the Move

Overland adventures rarely happen in one place. A single day can mean hours behind the wheel, stepping out to capture footage, setting up equipment, and exploring new areas on foot.

For Virgil, those transitions often come with sudden temperature changes. Moving between a warm vehicle and the outdoors requires gear that can adapt without slowing him down.

That is why the Venustas Men’s Heated Hoodie, 2138 has become one of his go-to pieces of gear.

“I use the heated Men’s Hoodie the most, as it is a great alternative to a spring jacket,” Virgil shared. “For someone that jumps in and out of a vehicle a lot, it is super convenient to adjust the temperature with the push of a button without having to add or remove layers.”

Instead of carrying extra layers or stopping to adjust his clothing, Virgil can quickly adapt to changing conditions and stay focused on the journey ahead.

Making Winter Adventures More Enjoyable

Canadian winters bring a different kind of challenge. Even with a warm jacket, hands and feet are often the first places where the cold starts to become noticeable.

“In the winter, Venustas Heated Gloves and Heated Socks, plus a Heated Hoodie under a coat have made spending time outdoors much more enjoyable,” Virgil said. “Before, even with the warmest coat, my toes or fingers would always end up cold, no matter what. This has been a game changer.”

After years of dealing with cold hands and feet during winter adventures, Virgil can now spend more time outside without constantly thinking about the temperature. The added warmth allows him to stay focused on capturing moments, discovering new places, and enjoying the experience itself.

Why Real-World Performance Matters

Every journey puts his gear to the test. For Virgil, the equipment he relies on needs to be practical, dependable, and ready for changing conditions. Whether he is documenting remote journeys or spending long days outdoors, he relies on equipment that is practical, dependable, and ready for changing conditions.

When asked what makes Venustas stand out, Virgil points to one thing above all: functionality.

“It’s definitely a combination of all these things, but ultimately it’s the functionality that delivers the game changing punch.”

As someone who carefully chooses the gear he brings on his adventures, Virgil values products that deliver real performance when it matters. Since adding Venustas to his setup, heated apparel has become a reliable part of his year-round outdoor routine.

Keep Exploring, No Matter the Temperature

Adventure doesn’t always wait for perfect weather. The cold, the wind, and changing conditions are all part of the experience. Venustas is here to help you stay comfortable through every season, so the weather never has to stop you from exploring, creating, and experiencing the outdoors. Follow Virgil’s adventures on his YouTube channel, and discover more of his overland journeys across Canada.