I am a Vanlifer myself! But i started out in an old dodge pickup, curled up in the front seat with my dog, to an older 04 Subaru forester. Now i finally bought a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT Plus! I absolutely love the space and everything it provides! I would suggest to anyone who can do the Vanlife or even start out in your car and save for a van, do it! #Vanlife
Updated: I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc. People need to know what up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others RU-vidrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with another traveler as I watched their RU-vid channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this already, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Carry Several Extra portable phone chargers, and cables. Consider theses items: *Mini portable power charging station. I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell reception, Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating or camping situations. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders. Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery charger-( portable vehicle battery jumper cables ) *Vehicle Jumper cables *Keep a Fire extinguisher handy Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. Exterior vehicle cameras Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights, and lanterns Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies. Use your own discretion regarding the use of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed Keep in contact with your family, friends etc. Although, I just noticed your RU-vid channel, and other similar channels. You seem Very Aware of your surroundings and Alert, and you may be aware of many of these suggestions, however, I Don’t know, so I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. Keep your vehicle gas filled Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on. Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature Just..Please continue to Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, etc. Please Be Safe... Author Advocate for Humanity, Safety Advocate Jason Sandifer, Michigan 10/03/2022, 10/02/2022
Wow, I appreciate you sharing this as someone who is considering the possibility of having a van in the future! Definitely a lot of good stuff to think about, and a lot more Succinct than just watching 100 vanlife RU-vid videos, though I’ll probably do that anyways lol
I now understand why the garage is your favourite part of the van. It's magic! When opening it from the back, the forks on your Stumpy are orange, when you open it from the inside, the forks are black. Awesome! ;-)
I found your MTB videos when I was searching for "Floyd Hill" in Colorado, subscribed, and then found this van tour which was was wonderful! You're living a life most people wouldn't dare try.
You are doing a great job. I knew of you when you used to race BMX and I also got into mountain biking about the same time you transitioned over. Your videos have gotten so much better and you are so much more natural on camera, then when you first started. Your growth has been cool to see. Glad you decided to go all in, keep living an awesome life riding bicycles. Stay safe out there.
Your van build is extremely well done. Praise God. I just built out a 144. I really enjoy your videos, your attitude and yeah I think you’re great. Hope to run into you sometime 😊
Good evening Heather. Excellent video with superlative production values. - with content's that inspirational, motivating and heartfelt. Wow. Your assembly and construction skills are absolutely outstanding But of course, that's to be expected from a strong self sufficient woman such as yourself. That being said, thanks for sharing and have a wonderful Monday and an excellent week.
Wow, that is a great van build. I've been fulltiming 3 years in a truck camper, the crew cab is the bike locker. The indoor shower is key, and 30 gal fresh water is good for a van. I don't know if I could cut down from my 6cu ft fridge though! Anyway, great build, you weren't exaggerating.
Awesome van! Almost exactly how I was thinking of doing one. I'd be curious to see an update of anything you'd change on it. I'm hoping I can get to this point one day!
Wow Heather your Van looks fantastic it would be fantastic way to travel around and do what you love doing is mountain biking some days I would love to do that myself. All ways looking forward to watching your next exciting video take care
Such a sick layout Heather! Love all the storage compartments those are hidden and functional. I'm really considering getting one of these soon and building it out.
Thanks for sharing. I’m looking at vans now and deciding between a van or just pulling a trailer with my Tundra. I plan on bringing 3 bikes, 2 mountain and 1 gravel.
Oh girl you rock! Im going to build again a van build and wanted a bike plan solution. My first build was a gas shuttlebus but it was a fail and not practical so a restart as an soon to-be empty nester is going to be awesome. I love to eliminate all fossil fuels too. You totally get it🫶🏼
Great van build Heather. Looks like you got it dialed just how you like. I was wondering about your golf game. How long have you played, how often do you get to play on the road, what's your handicap, how far do you hit your driver, etc... And, any chance to see some golf on you're channel or maybe IG? As always, love what you do! Cheers!
Awesome build, everything looks neat and functional I also love bikes, I have three Trek bikes one hardtail and 2 full suspension, but I'm ashamed to admit I haven't taken them for a ride in a long time though:/
