Affordable Nomad Life: Solo Woman's Roadtrek Class B Van Tour 

Jude here🙂 I’ just turned 71 and still love the “Van Life”…I’ve downsized yet again to a minivan…love the freedom it gives me to park and go anywhere inconspicuously. Gas mileage is good as well. Just spent 10 days at a beautiful campground in Colorado called Target Tree near Mancos, Co. I will continue this lifestyle until it’s time to hang up my keys, which I don’t plan to do any time soon😍

I too own a 2010 Roadtrek190. I have been a widow now for 13 yrs. I have traveled from CA to NY to visit family, and currently have 97,500M I still have a home, but instead of sitting and looking at the walls, I will hop in and take off to the mountains or desert! #Travel Safe

I’m 62, single, with a dog and cat. I have been in South Florida and want to travel but have been nervous about it. My fam raised me to believe I needed a husband to do adventurous things. I’ve got an opportunity to live wherever I want for the first time so thanks so much for sharing!

Jude, Carolyn here… I’m very happy for you please keep your whereabouts a mystery

Thank you so much for sharing!!! I started my adventure in my Kia Sorento, and made it through the winter comfortably. Not going back; I've never been happier. I started parked in my parents driveway, 1 mile from my full-time job and gym membership, so Im not exactly roughing it. Saving 2k a month for rent and utilities has been the best part. Minimalism baby! get rid of all the stuff weighing you down. Enjoy your life!!!

I am not afraid either. I've been traveling solo for decades. I wish I could meet more women like her. Bob is right, many women are afraid and not adventurous at all. This has bothered me forever, but I understand where it comes from for most women. Kudos to her. Love her living situation. At least these videos show there are adventurous women out there.

My X and I had a Roadtrec about 20 yrs ago and we loved it. I originally bought it for my daughter who has developmental disabilities I parked it outside my place of employment and she stayed in it for a couple of hours while I finished up work, after her day program. Because of the generator it worked well for us. We also travelled all over the west coast in it. Now that I'm older, I dream of getting another one and travelling the US. This woman is awesome! Inspirational!

This lady has convinced me! What a beautiful soul!

This woman is an inspiration. She even entertains in her van. Awesome. She's got everything she needs and the right attitude.

Dear Bob, You are a real Santa. You spread a lot of hope . Thank you very much.

I love how she encourages people to follow their dreams. I need to find the right vehicle, then I will be there too.

THIS Is probably one of my favorite interviews because I really like her roadtrek & reminds me of all the tiny homes I built inside my house when I was a kid. I want a real, adult fort on wheels: LOL.

This makes my inner Gypsy so happy! How fun!

She is just out there living her dream! So happy for her!

I love Jude’s positive attitude. I love her creativity, flexibility, and bathroom solution in this class B Roadtrek.

Jude, you are an inspiration! Thank you for having us into your home. This was the best review of the composting toilet I have seen. I’m encouraged that I could do it after hearing your explanation. You have so many other great insights as well. Your enthusiasm is contagious! Thank you, Bob, for all the great people and ideas you share with us. Happy and safe travels to you both!

Because of this interview, I am getting ready to buy my own 170 Roadtrek on Monday. Jude , I hope you are still out there enjoying your life and I hope I run into you someday soon, I am sure I could learn a lot from you but would love to share a cup of coffee some morning on the road! Safe travels and keep enjoying your life!

Love Jude's rig! Hope she never grows up 🌞 Thank you

I've daydreamed about the same set-up Jude has (didn't know it was called "a Class B") for years & years; but, Life happened and now "End-of-Life" is the fast approaching reality - and here I still sit. I applaud you, Jude. Thank you for allowing us into your home, and for being so honest and open about the happiness you find in living in a "Class B" - specifically, the Chevy Roadtrek 170 Versatile. I knew I wasn't crazy! lol!

I just turned 74 and oh my, do I wish I had discovered this life 10 years ago! I’m a small space lady & she’s right, I don’t even use half of my 2-br house. I waited too long for the dream but Jude is an inspiration and I’m delighted to have seen her charming home on wheels.

Jude, you are so interesting. I'm 74 and would love to follow your courage into a class B. I just hope it is not too late. I love your Home! Thanks for the tour. Sally Wa. State

I’m just 6 mins into the video and I’m so happy for her. Just wonderful. Only 3 more months to go go. Hope to see y’all out there.

Love her positive attitude and she loves what she do. Always be safe and enjoy yourself 😁✌️

Nice job. She's very resourceful. I'm a single women in my late 50's. I want to sell my sticks and bricks & hit the road. Your video has help in my decision. Thanks 👊😊

I am amazed at the interior of this van...I've never seen inside one, and all these years I just thought it was a van with seats! This actually has counters and cupboard and a sink, toilet and shower...a camper in a van :)

what a cozy home on wheels. In my opinion, class Bs have become the most practical way to live a nomadic lifestyle. Another awesome video Bob. Thanks so much.

I wonder if she's still on the road...this was 6 years ago. Just love her!

Who else is here in 2020 to escape the madness. Her enthusiasm is contagious. At first I wondered why she took out the armoire in favor of drawers but when I saw the layout of the original, I understood completely. I cook more than she does and would really appreciate the extra counter space.

I LOVE her story and the encouragement she gives, Jude is precious! Thanks so much for sharing this, Bob...I've seen this before, but I'm re-watching all of your videos!

❤ God Bless your 71 yrs. On Road! 👍✌️👌🤞🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄🌞

I am so happy, I am only 37 years old but I plan my future now. I switched to minimalism and save my pennies, I also stay healthy, do a lot of walking and eat mostly fruits and veggies. But when I retire I definitely will switch to RV. I also think that her RV is a good choice for me. I am happy that community of travelers is growing. God Bless You all.

Beautiful home and beautiful lady. I hope Jude made it through the pandemic without any issues and is still enjoying life on the road. What a neat lady!

What a nice interviewer. He participates but doesn’t do all the talking. He asks good questions & is supportive & encouraging. Jude is pretty special too. Good to have such supportive daughters, too. I quite enjoyed this.

Thank u to all the women sharing in these videos. Its so inspiring!

62 and just bought an '84D19 to restore. Cant wait!

I love it! It's so cozy and it has everything a single person would need! I'd live in it in a heartbeat!

Oh my gosh, Jude is my hero! Thank you for sharing her story. Working towards a simple living like hers. Great advice to take trips out of the car as a test run!

I've decided on a Roadtrek and as soon as our house sells, this will be me! I'm so thankful for your channel. I've learned so much!

I love this van! I'm really thinking about doing this someday. I currently own a 1800 square foot 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house, drive a nice car and have a $55,000 a year job. That all may sound nice to most people but I'm not happy. I have all these things but I'm working so much, I can't even enjoy any of it. My job is making me miserable. I want to enjoy life! I can't do that if I'm working in order to support all these luxuries in my life.

bob your always positive additude is so nice. you are never critical of anyones choices of travel and always seem open to learning from each person you interview. thanks man! roll on!!

I'm so glad you are putting these old videos back up. Really enjoy these ladies stories.

The BEST and most beautiful build out I have EVER seen♥️

My family and I were migrant workers for several years. We had 24 ft travel trailer we lived in all year , that was our home. Livening in an R v of any type is in my opinion the very essence of freedom . ( Me and my husband ,our daughter and Tina our chihuahua, 2 lb, killer chihuahua :) ) traveled from California to Washington State , Montana and to Florida we picked cherries in summer apples in the fall and oranges in winter in Florida my daughter went to school there. But that all sounds like a great lifestyle and for us it was we had a nomadic soul, but it takes a lot mental rethinking to start a full time life living in an RV. If you do decide to start don’t go buy the biggest beautiful R V on the lot ! I personally would recommend renting one for a week or a week end to see how “ it fit “ . You will have to give up a lot habits we make in our day to day lives. Even the largest RV storage space is limited. And those storage things on top of the R V adds weight and wind drag, that cost you in fuel ⛽️. ,! Think about giving up your way of living. before jumping to this life style,it isn’t for everyone , there is a mind set on the way it seems and it actually is. One thing that is a great idea in our jobs where computers are used ,you can take you work with you most any where. I loved the life on the road We met so meany wonderful people, and was able to so much of our beautiful Nation ! Watching these videos I get home sick for coyote camping and that old White Line Fever !!! I wish you more luck then you’ll need ( from Jimmy Buffet song) Blessed Be 👍💕🦋🌈👵🏻🐶

As always, I am just smiling as I watch and listen to what your happy interviewee has to say about being authentic to this life. I am happy for Jude as if it were me out there because I know I will be one day. These videos are feeding me until I can get there. The sound of your voice has become a comfort to me as I watch your videos. You're a familiar friend that I haven't met yet! As always, thank you for putting out yet another encouraging video that brings me closer to being my authentic self! Tammie

I'm happy to see these videos were not lost. Enjoyed it again. CVK

Another inspiring interview, Bob!! I can't wait to be out there in the free world!! I love the way that Jude has put her little casa together! Very cozy and inviting!! Kudos to the both of you!! Safe travels!!

I have been watching these videos for over a year and have been wishing with all my heart to find either a home like yours of truck/camper set up. I'm on permanent disability and at home alone constantly. Afer listening to the questions and answers in your video, I've decided to go for it. So now I'm shopping with hopes I find my dream travel home. Dollars are a major factor.

How impressive! Her attitude is da bomb! She changed some of my thinking on this, and I feel totally encouraged. Thank you both, great interview/tour!

loved this one the first time I'd seen it; love it once again.

I like this lady. She is so positive and happy. She could convince anyone. -God Bless!

What a lovely lady! I simply admire her for her positivity and really like what she did to design herself a cosy home-on-wheels. It is wonderful!!! Amazed what people can reach at any age. WOW! Must be a pleasure to be around such a lovely and inspiring woman. All the best for you, Jude! 😊

I must have watched 25 of your videos so far and this is my favorite so far. Her home seems so complete and comfortable.

When you step in there it looks like a motorhome! I would never guess it was a van. Cody is so funny; he makes himself at home in every video!

I love this lady!!! Kudos to you for turning life’s “Ouch” into your “Bliss”! May God continue to watch over you and protect you and bless you in your travels!!! You inspire me! ❤️🙏🥰

Thank you! I'm sixty-four and hope to start my RV life next spring .

I watched this a couple of years ago, and I'm glad I found it again! I am working towards, a life like this too, in some form. I moved a lot growing up, in some pretty bad situations, so I love this way of living. I'm 49, and ready in a couple of years, thanks for sharing, makes me happy to see how happy this nice lady is!!

Not all who wander are Lost......Great that you are Happy ....Good for you !❤

Bob, I could watch these videos many times. They are so inspiring to me. I really want one of these Roadtreks.

I was very happy to come across this video as I am doing research on the Roadtreks!! I love what you have done with the inside Jude!!! Just awesome and I was glad to know that the toilet could be switched out as well. I do NOT want to deal with a black tank!!! Blessings and happy travels!!!

Very nice van and love how she is so organized and looks wonderful and cozy. I'm also thinking of doing that as well. I want the ease of traveling and the comfort as well and gas mileage. Thanks for sharing.

Great video, I have a 1999 Roadtrek and it's the best camper class B Van, I will be posting more videos soon.

I’m looking for a Roadtrek, now!!! Thanks Jude and Bob! ✌️😊👍❤️🌲⛰🚐🌞🌈

Really enjoyed this video. She is very friendly and easy to listen to. I didn't hear what size bed she has. Thanks for all you do Bob, for informing all of us want to be Nomads.

It is so nice to get to know Jude better. I watched this video before I went to the 2018 RTR, and now that I’ve met her and seen her help with the RTR, it is nice to put her story together. Thanks

Always nice to see all these different options for the nomad life style. Bob is an asset to this life.

loved her shower area gave her nice space for the shower, yet tucks away for more living space as well as more storage space, by not having a built "room" for shower.I would have liked to see the shower floor and the drainage system for it. She's totally right, we may have more space in a house but we really don't used it or need it. Love the idea of everything one owns at their finger tips. Also the need to keep things moving instead of just packing it in and storing things we really don't need.

Bob, I often hear you say you get what you pay for and I know part of this life is being minimalistic and a really cutting down your expenses, but I can’t agree with you more that it’s better to buy quality and as you always say do you research so you know what is quality and what isn’t because there are items that are junk that cost just as much as quality items. Once you’ve done your research it might take an extra couple months to save for it but I think it’ll pay off in the end. Every time I’ve ever taken the cheap route on anything in life whether it’s been carpeting versus tile or you name it I always regret going the cheap route It usually happens between three months and three years, but it never fails. I always regret going the cheap route I remember one time specifically I made the decision to carpet my hallways instead of paying an extra $300 for tile and that was such a big mistake. We always appreciate your thoughtfulness and, your advice stay safe

Thank you Bob for sharing her van story, She is amazing, love her life. I need to start looking for a van like hers. Bless you guys.

You have helped me make up my mind to just do it. I really love how inspirational you are. THANK U SO MUCH ❤️

Just beautiful home, Jude, thank you for sharing. I'm also a 60 yr old and am really considering doing something like this in the very near future. Your place is just gorgeous, I could live in that quite easily. Happy and safe travels!

I love your set-up and your giving great hope to anyone with dreams to travel and live in nature. 🇨🇦

So glad for Jude's update🌺 This video was so enjoyable & informative. Ty Bob & Jude 😊

Thank you Bob for all this info. I have been thinking of doing this going rv full time since I own a 33ft 96 coachmen catalina my husband passed away and i find myself depressed and stuck in analysis paralyzis. .These vids give me the rush..Jude love your roadtek rig

Thanks Bob & Judy for this video, I got Great ideas for our RV living!! (Tell Judy she really inspired me tremendously! )

I have been living in my 1999 Dodge Roadtrek Popular 190 here in Ca. for one year now and I love it!!

If I ever have to do this, I will do it in a second. I'm still trying, just to get started camping. Something about living in a small space would make me feel very secure. Glad you love your van life, life!

Katy is so cute. In all her child-like innocence she thinks men are going to be more impressed that she crochets as opposed to looking at Instagram. I love her!

She’s delightful and the van is really cool. Thank you so much Bob for showing us all these rigs and introducing us to all these people.

Very, very nice. Thank you for allowing us into your beautiful home, Jude. I love it! One fine day I’ll be doing this. Thanks again

Great video Jude seems like a great gal! I switched vans and now have 1995 GMC Vandura 3500 with a big high-top it was a Promo Van for Guinness Beer only has 55,000 miles and I'm converting to a Class B style van. It has an Onan Generator and presently is set up like a little pub with Leather Sectional Couch a Bar with 2 Draft Beer Handles and a Kegorator 2 krg beer system:) anyway should be a fun project and I really appreciate all the hard work you do for the Van Community you have changed many lives for the Better including Mine! I wish you many Blessings & Peace! I will be at this years RTR and can't wait!

Im so glad you made this im wanting to do this near 60yrs old and the toilet was a what a main concern and I couldnt make a decison thank you for going into detail

I agree completely with this lady, I too have a class B van and hope to join you all in 2019....See you all

Shouts outs to the daughters letting they mom run wild and free

She has almost talked me into it. I love this. God bless you and keep you safe. You are such a wonderful light in the world.

OMG my favorite video is BACK!!!! THANKS!!!!!!!!!

I really enjoyed this video. Her ideas and way of living are similar to mine. Thanks for these videos, they are so inspiring!

Nice set up! Very comfortable feel. Love your attitude :-)

So wonderful solo women living in the a roadtrex Class B So wonderful day 💕💕

I have been looking at Class B vans for a couple of years now...not to live in permanently but for road trips ! I have the apprehension Jude was talking about but also the urge for adventure. After watching this video, I just may take the plunge. Great video! Love Jude’s positivity!

I'm been living in 64 square feet in the Mojave Desert. I only planned yo land here because i have two dogs and eventually inch my way closer to Los Angeles. But i have outdoor space where i can stretch out and do things. 78 square feet would totally work for me. I am really thinking more and more about biting the bullet and doing the van thing. My girls are going to be 13 in August. I hope they live several more years. That will give me time to plan and save. I'd love to find a smaller electric van or maybe a type two ambulance. I loce the built-in industrial grade cabinets.

I did something very similar, my husband died 5 yrs ago, and I am an adventurous enthusiastic traveler, and I lived in a 5th wheel for a couple of years and loved it, but had to "come home" to help take care of my daughter's 3 kids while she went through cancer treatment and now she's all better and I'm beginning to feel the road calling again, so I am trying to save up, but difficult with my youngest son in college, I'm sure the parents out there understand that LoL! Happy travels!!

Absolutely beautiful van… great lady… happy trails to her…thanks Bob ❤️

Thanks for posting this video Bob, it's one of my favorites to watch. Jude is so inspirational. When we finally take the plunge, this is the first type of vehicle my husband and I are going to try. I love the thought of having a vehicle that can fit in any parking spot. A bed, bathroom, shower and kitchen all in 17 feet. My dream. :)

Another great vid Bob

You have given me a bunch of courage. Thank you for sharing your story .

I'm really loving all these interviews! They're giving me ideas non-stop! Thank you for making them! :D

Nice and cozy. Truly efficient. That was my retirement plan, but I got sick chronically so I had to revise and just downsize stationary. But this is outstanding. Best wishes. Whoohoo. And I'm cozy too in my smaller senior apt , hallelujah, with a shorter walking space surrounded surrounded by stuff and folks I like and love. She made an excellent point about real usable living space. We truly don't need so much.

I'm planning. I haven't decided between a step van, short skoolie, or a class B. I'm age 76 and single. Thanks for this, Bob.

Hey Jude, youre a blessing. loved watching your video. 😊♥️

Great van. It has everything one person needs