Overland Subaru Forester Build Progress So Far

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COMPLETED KITCHEN BUILD VIDEO A FEW MONTHS LATER: • DIY Overland Kitchen B...
As I mentioned in my first video of 2020, I wanted to make some changes to my sleeping and cooking setup in my Subaru Forester. I've made some progress but I wanted to give things a quick test run to see how everything's working so far.
Join me as I poke around some National Forest land in western Oregon looking for a campsite along a river. My new build is not complete and I still have many details to tend to, but it's at a point where I can at least get back out and camp. I'll give you an overview of what I've come up with to improve my overlanding experience.
Below are links to some of the items seen in this video. These will be spoilers if you haven't watched the video yet, so if you enjoy surprises, don't scroll down until after viewing. :-)
Claymore 3 Face camp light:
(this is not a "budget" item alas)
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5lb Propane Tank:
(this is not the same as mine but I think this is a better version)
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Anyoo tarp & poles (basis for my DIY rear awning):
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Video on how I made that awning:
• The $60 DIY Awning I b...
The Dewalt chain saw:
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Gazelle T3 pop-up tent:
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Gazelle T4 if you need more space:
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Coleman cot:
(there are many cot options out there; this is the one I am
using, got super lucky scoring it off Craigslist for $10)
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Coleman 0° Sleeping Bag
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Camp Chef Mountaineer Stove:
(again, also not a budget item unless you can find one used)
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@geraldkim4801 4 года назад

It is so refreshing to see someone camping/"over landing" on a budget, unlike some channels where cost isn't even considered. We thoroughly enjoy watching your adventures, thanks for posting.

@gregm8871 4 года назад

Seconded. Im new to this channel specifically, but man I'm so tired of the gaudy inaccessably overpriced 'Overland' crap out there.

@overlandsubaruinternationa2378 4 года назад

he got good content very nice

@ribzzzz 4 года назад

Totally agree

@VKSgtSLaughter 4 года назад

Agreed and well set! He's an inspiration to all of us normal overlanders who just want to enjoy the great outdoors!

@fgDAB 4 года назад

My Name Is Not Quaid - Preach it brother.

@jamesmauex 4 года назад

Don’t apologize for the sounds of nature. I just appreciate that you take us with you. Love your videos

@108pel 4 года назад

Big Moe precisely

@adrianbanks4487 4 года назад

The sound of the rapids reminded me very much of the ocean sounds on a ship. Would be very relaxing to sleep to that

@TheTamrielDrunkard 3 года назад

Agreed, i like the nature background noises

@VKSgtSLaughter 4 года назад

18:52 INTEGRITY... you could have easily edited out the part where you got stuck, but you are honest to the core. That's why we love your videos. Semper Fi!

@CertifiedAIMusician 4 года назад

That new setup is awesome and very inspiring! Also the rushing water didn't negatively affect the audio to the point that it was bad, I think you chose a good spot.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Thanks Rob! It was certainly pleasant being there. That noise got annoying to me while editing the video however, LOL. :-)

@c.g.silver8782 4 года назад

@@softroadingthewest Your videos are better then many movies in cinema! Adventure, amazing views, humor, things to learn, sometimes a bit horror and action... :) But we know you are a perfectionist :p So if you are annoyed you could try some noise reduction filter in post. I don't know if it really helps, but for instance Audacity is a free tool with wich you could try to change the audio track.

@ignitionoffroad5028 4 года назад

Love the new setup and especially your minimalistic approach. That mesh panel with the fire extinguisher and first aid kit also caught my eye. Looking forward to seeing more!

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Thanks! The panel has actually been there all along as the rear surface of my old "kitchen," though it was hard to see hidden behind my old cooler. It's proven very handy, and I have all my chargers mounted on the other side, so I'm going to incorporate it again in this new setup with sort of a base for the cooler to sit on.

@jakeball1991 4 года назад

I'm so glad i found your Channel! you've given me so many ideas for my own SH Forester. OK, back to binge watching your videos. Greetings from AUSTRALIA.

@bruceyyyyy 4 года назад

I've been sleeping in a tent (or just a hammock) this whole time. Welcome to the club!

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Thanks, I've been practicing the handshake, hope I get it right when we meet. Actually I had always tent camped before, but that was wife-and-kids 3-days-in-one-campsite camping, so the setup and teardown of our large, typical dome tent was somewhat tolerable (though still a PITA). No way I could deal with that every night and every morning on the more "overland" style camping I do now, with a new campsite every night. I still hesitated on the Gazelle due to it being, you know, fabric. No matter the season here, your tent *always* ends up wet, and these days I'm always back on the move before it would ever have a chance to dry. The last thing I need is yet something else to deal with at home, but it's just soooo easy, it's almost fun to set it back up to dry when I get home.

@dancartlidge5202 4 года назад

Well, dang....thanks for introducing me to that tent...it is now in my shopping cart. Sigh....

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

LOL, sorry! I think you'll like it though! It's even nicer than I expected it to be. :-)

@dancartlidge5202 4 года назад

@@softroadingthewest No sweat!! I'm looking forward to the accomodations!!

@whrude 4 года назад

Looking great! Loving the set up and the updates. I'm looking into turning my 2016 Outback into something similar. You have given me some great ideas!

@EdwardGomillion 4 года назад

The rushing water was not an audio issue at all. (For me)

@kaegaelj 4 года назад

I saw Patrick's post with your new led mount location and I love it

@akalinh 4 года назад

I love your quote about Jeep! 😂 Well, it's a really nice upgrade that you made! I didn't knew these type of tent, pretty interesting!

@gushax 4 года назад

Great video and your video editing is on point... I am inspired to take my old 99 Forester SF out.

@gwlane5509 4 года назад

Hello, from Great Smoky Mountains! fellow Forester owner here! Love the kitchen setup...I need to build one and that looks fantastic for my simple needs...I have the same inside sleep setup and it is tight for anything other than sleep. An awesome video as always! I’m on a budget too with a child and other commitments....thanks for sharing your special get away moments and affordable ideas! Being an IT worker, your videos inspire me to get away for much needed stress relief from work and cell service if only for one night sometimes. Very much appreciated!

@adrianbanks4487 4 года назад

Greetings, I’m a fellow Subaru Forester owner in Australia. Your set up looks amazing. I have a jayco camper I tow and believe me, it’s not as straight forward to set up as it would seem as an all in one unit. Yours looked very easy and quick.

@dougjohnson4266 4 года назад

Campsite was perfect. Love the kitchen build. As a Rubicon owner, it probably would have had the same issue until/unless lockers engaged depending on tires. Ignore any comments by the haters, you have a great setup.

@theadventurecontinues 4 года назад

That's a great looking setup. I am always a fan of the DIY. The campsite looked beautiful and your audio was just fine. I bet you never got tired of that rushing water sound. Awesome video, looking forward to the next one.

@uweschroeder 4 года назад

Liked the "Jeep would have made it on the first attempt" - not necessarily. I've seen people out there in Jeeps getting stuck because they think a lifted Wrangler with wide low profile street tires is so cool and a great offroad vehicle. Tires are half the rent out there. Of course a Subaru has the CVT problem and is not really a 4x4, but it's a decent offroad vehicle, at least for what you're doing with it. You don't need to spend the money for a heavy duty offroad rig if all you want to do is go down forest roads, explore and find nice spots to camp. It's not that you have to do the Rubicon trail - I won't and I do have a Wrangler because I love it, not because I need it where I go with my little camp trailer.

@DanielleRootes 4 года назад

Hell yeah! Love the new tent, it’s cool to have a car camp set up, but it’s also cool to just be outside and sleep in a cozy space. Good for you! That first campsite though... 🏕

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Thanks!

@johnsholian4318 4 года назад

Nice job! Tent looks like a good move on your part as long as you’re up off the ground. Curious as to what psi you’re running when you air down.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

My usual approach: Basic gravel forest service roads, 23 psi. Terrain posing potential traction challenges, 18psi. Sand, 12 psi.

@pavementendstraveler6574 4 года назад

Love your real person, on a budget approach to overlanding/camping. Just enough equipment to get the job done, keeping the focus on the exploring and scenery.

@108pel 4 года назад

That looks like a great tent.. this vid reminds me of home.. New Zealand 🇳🇿 18.377km : / away from where a live now Like your vids! Grtz from the NLD

@elnietodeanadelia 4 года назад

Awesome vid, bro. Subscribed!

@raysiebert6758 4 года назад

Love your videos, have the same sleeping problem in my Crosstrek, just haven't found the right setup yet. Going to do Alvord this year because of your video. ✌NW Washington here.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Long drive, but it's really awesome...and lots of cool stuff along the way as well!

@jmsuitter5 4 года назад

im not a big cooker but always love a good cooking segment and seeing what others can do especially out and about

@jeffstull2534 4 года назад

still planning on setting up my 2012 Sub Forester

@dvonehrlich 4 года назад

I was legitimately thrilled to see the drone footage I’m surprised you didn’t mention it? I am looking forward to seeing some more footage in the future. Nice to see The tent and kitchen improvements and I appreciate how your channel is not all expensive gear ads and has some humility and the ability to poke fun at yourself. Seriously my favorite channel on RU-vid, I enjoy what you do so much. When are you going to get a patreon setup?

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

D Vonehrlich I just wanted to subtly slip that drone footage in without making a fuss...I was already showing so much new stuff as it was. 😄 It’s only a little DJI Spark and I got it used off eBay so it was very affordable, but I’m really enjoying it and you’ll definitely be seeing more. Patreon...I don’t know. I struggle with the idea of asking people for money, but on the flip side I’d really love to be able to spend less time doing my “work” work to keep the bills paid and be able to devote more hours to shooting and editing videos more often, and/or be able to travel & film for more than a few days at a time. I dunno. I haven’t ruled it out completely. I need to take a closer look at how it all works. Thank you for the kind words and support. 🙂

@NamJi 4 года назад

Man wished the east coast had places like this to go car camping. I’d be out every weekend. Very envious of your location.

@bah5310 4 года назад

What part of the East coast are you in? WV has more places like that then I can count. VA,PA,MD and NY also have many beautiful places to camp near water.

@treyhowe8835 4 года назад

Hillbillyjeeper WV I’m in NC. Can you put me on to a lead or two? Please and thank u kindly

@NamJi 4 года назад

I’m in northern NJ. Not many places near nyc. :(

@bah5310 4 года назад

@@NamJi you should start a camping group in Central Park.

@NamJi 4 года назад

Lol!!

@thomas194907 4 года назад

your doing a great build...i wish i had some of that talent...you don't want to see my camper build in my canopy !!!

@softroadingnewzealand5210 4 года назад

Love it and have also been tossing up between rooftops and the Gazelle. New kitchen build is bad ass. Looking forward to that build video in due course. Enjoyed this video along with the sound track.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Thanks! Two downsides of RTTs for me - aside from being prohibitively expensive for me at this time - are that you still can't stand up in one, and losing my roof storage. I won't go out without extra fuel on board, and taking it off the roof would mean some kind of custom rear bumper with swing outs to carry fuel, traction boards, etc...another huge expense. The GoFastCamper RTT is cleverly designed to also serve as a roof rack for some items, but I don't think you could carry a fuel can on it. The clamshell RTTs are nonetheless very attractive to me, and I do hope one day I can move up to the RTT experience...I do find it appealing. :-)

@softroadingnewzealand5210 4 года назад

softroadingthewest Donald, how is the Gazelle in windy conditions? We are known as Windy Wellington down here and that would be my main concern with a cube shape tent. Oh, does the fly cover-up a good portion of the window space? Sorry for all the questions.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

@@softroadingnewzealand5210 No problem! I've only had the one night and I didn't even stake the tent corners down it was so calm. But in the course of my research, what I saw was that a particularly strong gust in the right direction can cause a hub to pop inward (as if you're taking the tent down). But each hub has an attachment point so you can attach a guy line and stake it out...I suspect you really only need to do that on the windward side, if it's windy, plus staking down the tent itself. In the video I saw, the fellow then turned a leaf blower on the tent and battered it pretty good, but it didn't budge. For extra assurance in windy conditions, I might be inclined to park my car perpendicular to the wind and use it as a windbreak with the tent set up right next to the car instead of out to the rear as I did here. The fly doesn't block any side windows. The tent has "skylights" all the way around the roof, so if you don't need the fly, you can actually see out to the stars at night. Putting the fly on blocks that view. The nice thing about that skylight design is that the tent is always super well ventilated.

@jmsuitter5 4 года назад

wooohoo i have the t3 as well great tent and it makes my better half more interested in going with me due to being able to stand up and spread out for games in the tent when its raining out

@jeepersdelight 4 года назад

Hey man Jason from Maryland here Did something similar. Use that panel beside the right of the stove, treat the wood, or use wood appropriate, and doubles as a cutting surface, slide right into pan. And... Like BigMoe (below) said, Don't apologize for the natural sounds, let it ride.... Gotta say, after the stresses of work, at home on a daily basis, when I can't get out, I sleep in my room with a Bluetooth speaker playing river sounds, nature sounds, crickets, all aspects of the outdoors

@mikeoldham 4 года назад

Your kitchen build is looking awesome Donald. I can't wait to see the final product. Makes me kinda want to see if I could add something similar to my sleeping platform. I continue to love your videos. It is awesome to see some of the different landscape in Oregon. Thanks for all the great content.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Thanks Mike! I'm super itching to get down to Utah and hit some trails with you and Jared...*probably* won't swing it in 2020 but if not, 2021 for sure. Thanks as always for watching!

@heavymeadowdetective192 4 года назад

You make me want a forester with a 1 inch lift and those tires! Love, love your video's and the adventures!

@VKSgtSLaughter 4 года назад

I have that exact Forester! Now I just need to save up the money for the tires! 😉

@ospr3y 4 года назад

I have the Forester and the tires! Now I just need the lift and everything else!

@VKSgtSLaughter 4 года назад

2:54 I don't know what kind of gimbel or steadicam mount you got, but the trail footage is awesome! It makes you feel as like you're there on the ride. Great cinematography!

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

That's just the built-in stabilization of the GoPro Hero 7 Black, which is really a fantastic little camera. The image quality doesn't quite measure up to my mirrorless Fuji, but it allows me to capture stuff I would never be able to with my big camera. The GoPro actually belongs to Colin, but he doesn't use it much these days and he lets me cart it around with me on excursions, fortunately. :-) I probably should get my own one of these days. :-)

@ShaneB666 4 года назад

Happy to see you using a refillable gas cylinder, cannot work out why so many use those disposable green tanks.

@vibolbou5903 4 года назад

Drone, new kitchen set up, and new tent?? Looks awesome. Another great video. Can't wait for the kitchen set up video.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Yep, adding drone footage was also on my goal list for this year. I got a used DJI Spark off eBay, it was quite affordable that way and has worked out very well so far! Thanks for watching!

@pnwadventuresandgearreview8749 4 года назад

First congrats on channel growth second drone footage wow game changer spot was amazing love your work cool to have local channels like yours!

@johnreese3762 4 года назад

Wow! Great video! Thanks for sharing!

@FrenziedGuitarist 4 года назад

I love a good cooking segment!

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Ruth Dahlen Me too, always enjoy seeing what people are making on the trail. I had someone recently suggest that many people don’t like the cooking segments common in offroad/overland videos, so I was inspired to add the skip assist. 😄 You should totally integrate some cooking segments into Erik’s videos! I found the perfect recipe for you to try! 😂

@subaruforester5062 4 года назад

Amazing video Donald. I like these types of gear or set up videos to break up the adventure videos. Would love to see more inside that forester. I have a 2017 2.5 forester in Canada and love getting the ideas you have on a budget!

@TwoFeet.FourWheels 4 года назад

Editing always on point. Music on point. You have a natural talent of making us feel like we are there with you. And the sound of the river 😍

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Thanks Mike! Heh, the feedback on the sound of the river has been largely positive but I tell you what, by the time I finished editing this video, I was utterly sick of that noise just constantly hissing in my ears, LOL.

@ronniejeffrey3113 4 года назад

You are the biggest inspiration for my forester build. Thank you for taking the time and effort to make such awesome videos. Happy camping from New Hampshire!

@qmmt9786 4 года назад

I think the rapids sound amazing.

@ALNSMOVERLAND 4 года назад

You nicely upgraded your setup, well done ! I like the tent that create a tiny "room" in the middle of the wild and the fact that you are still able to sleep in the car. I'm very jealous of your stove, it looks like high end / good quality product. We miss that in Europe and especially in France. But yes, dual burner is the way to go ! Your campspot location reminds me of one we choosed in Norway with Lizanne. It was a few meters from a waterfall and we thought it will be fun and "refreshing". We stayed 3 nights there because it just keeped raining and raining. Worst mistake ever ! the sound of the waterfall wasn't refreshing at all and we both ended up crazy ! Never again !

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

ALNSM OVERLAND Yes, I got very lucky on the stove, it is much nicer than what I normally would have looked at and is probably even a little too big for my compact rig but it was too good of a deal to pass up. I don’t think I’ll ever need to buy another camp stove again for the rest of my days. 😄 That’s hilarious about the waterfall noise driving you crazy. 😂 I also didn’t like the fact that a car could drive up while I was sleeping and it probably wouldn’t wake me up masked by the river noise. I will think twice before camping again in a spot like this. 😏

@Studio-7V 4 года назад

Man, your production quality just keeps getting better and I love it. Also, favorite stouts? What's your opinion on Left Hand brewing's Nitro lineup?

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

I don't drink much beer...usually only on camping trips, and I'll just pick up one can per night of camping. So I don't have much opportunity to form strong opinions. Guinness is actually far from my favorite, I think some of the local micro stouts are better, but it was on sale at my grocery store and I am nothing if not frugal. :-) I would say my consistent favorite is McMenamin's Terminator Stout which I think you can only get on tap at McMenamin's locations in the PNW. Nothing I buy in cans ever seems to measure up. Stouts aside, I otherwise love hoppy, ultra-bitter IPAs. :-) I'll keep an eye out for Left Hand Brewing!

@Studio-7V 4 года назад

@@softroadingthewest Can't say I've had any of McMenamin's stuff but I agree on tap is always superior for stouts! I'll keep an eye out if I'm in the area. For Left Hand I can recommend their Nitro variety pack, you should be able to find it at craftier retailers.

@vmoregon 4 года назад

Loving the new kitchen setup.

@outsideinoregon 4 года назад

Wow, you got a great setup. I’m loving that kitchen setup, nice work.

@foresterboy2011 4 года назад

Wow! So much better. Two burner stove looks amazing and faster warm food and money saved longterm. Great job bro.

@jeffwilliams8598 4 года назад

Guinness, bruh! You're officially my hero.

@VKSgtSLaughter 4 года назад

Ditto!

@dawna4185 4 года назад

great setup and hobby!!!

@theafamadventures9766 4 года назад

Great set up bro! I can’t wait till you finish the kitchen set up. How’s that tent? I haven’t researched that tent yet. Kinda iffy about it specially with strong wind. We do have a Marmot tent which we can set up in 10 minutes and the aerodynamics is great.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

It's very well made. I'll certainly go into more detail about it in a future video, but I'm very impressed by the build, the quality of the materials, and how well thought out everything is. It comes with a full suite of stakes and guy lines and from what I've seen watching other people's videos, it should be up to the task of any weather I would typically encounter. I've got the platform in the car as a fallback if push ever came to shove, so to speak. :-)

@1121gsm 4 года назад

Another great video. I'm semi-retired and not overly stressed but your videos have a real peaceful effect. Why a grain free meal? Are you allergic to gluten or something? The meal looked great. Also what is the brand of the cooler, and how is it working out? I have a "old" Coleman metal wrapped cooler that could use replacing. Thanks.

@tiffanihoffman5195 4 года назад

I’m also curious on the brand cooler you replaced the Coleman with?

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

I have no allergies, I just feel immensely better when I avoid rice, wheat, and other grains. I'm not 100% grain-free. I can't resist a pizza, burger, or donut from time to time. But I aim for 75% grain free...digestion is much more comfortable in general yet I don't feel deprived as I would if I cut it out entirely. I'll cover the cooler in more detail when I do the final kitchen build video but the brand is Snowball, some kind of Chinese Yeti knockoff. What was intriguing about this model was that despite a much lower price, it had FAR better (and believably legit) reviews than the comparably sized Yeti (Roadie 20) which is riddled with negative reviews on Amazon. I was entirely satisfied with the performance, especially compared to the cheap little afternoon soda hauler I was using before. This trip was just an overnighter but I left the cooler in the car all week and my ice packs were still partially frozen four days later. Granted, it's winter and it was not warm outside. We'll see how it goes this summer but I'm feeling pretty good about how this is going to work.

@timweimar8768 4 года назад

The new setup looks awesome!! Thanks for sharing!!

@samalisonescape.outdoors2043 4 года назад

Great job on the build in the back of your Baru, I am VERY interested in some details of your tent. looking forward to knowing more friend.

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Sam Alison I will certainly be showing and talking about it in more detail in future videos. Thanks for watching!

@wcompto 4 года назад

Good video, thank you. Looking forward to the next!

@SuccessInSightPodcast 4 года назад

Awesome video. It was very informative.. just moved to Las Vegas, and about ready to purchase a Forester. Afterward, I will begin securing what I need for 1-2 night getaways. I think you've changed my mind about the tent versus the rooftop camper. I can probably secure what I need at 1/3 the price. Keep up the great work.

@NigelNaughton 4 года назад

Love the style and simplicity of your videos. I sleep in my 80 series Land Cruiser but that kind of tent looks pretty nice. I searched for it while watching your video and saw Target online (search it) has that same one for $186.89! 33% off. Might help anyone thinking about getting it.

@tonysmith7665 4 года назад

Just found your channel and am really enjoying it. Your video quality is great! I was intrigued with your grain free meal because I try to eat grain free also then I noticed you had oatmeal. I love oatmeal but I have been avoiding it. I’m curious about your thinking on that?

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

I aim for about 75% grain free, I feel better and digest better in general, but don't feel deprived either because I occasionally allow myself a pizza or a burger. In general I seem to digest oatmeal better than wheat or rice, but then it's usually a pretty small quantity of oats anyway, and I don't eat it frequently, only when camping, and even then, not every morning. The other dietary adjustment I've found that has had a significantly positive impact on both my digestion and my overall well-being is greatly reducing processed sugar intake. I eat very few sweets and I don't add sugar to my food or coffee. Obviously those store-bought oatmeal cups are sweetened, but that would have been the only sugar I ate that day. Again, it's a 75% thing. It's pretty easy to avoid sugar 75% of the time. I feel much better in general but still enjoy life with the occasional donut. :-)

@tonysmith7665 4 года назад

Thank you for sharing your plan and experience. That sounds like a perfect balance and I’m a fan of a reward system.

@VKSgtSLaughter 4 года назад

4:22 you got a Drone! Beautiful aerial footage adds a great airy feeling to your videos!

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Yes! It's just a little DJI Spark and I got it used off eBay, but I'm really enjoying it, it's more fun than I expected. :-)

@edsonrocha6268 4 года назад

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@IamUke 4 года назад

Great video. One thing you might consider is a backpacking hammock, like those sold by Warbonnet, Amok, or Hammock Gear. You are almost always in a wooded area, so finding two trees (or even one tree plus your roof rack) is easy. You don't have to prepare a site, it's totally LNT, and there is never any issue with levelness or drainage. The hammock has an integrated bug net, add a tarp and you're good to go 3 seasons and even 4 with skill. I gave up on sleeping on the ground and am now 100% hammock based when backpacking. It's awesome, as long as you are mindful of insulation and weather protection. Thanks for sharing!

@3739blog 4 года назад

Good day, I'm curious with all the offroad stuff you've been doing. How are your big and small bushings?

@BradMangas 4 года назад

Nice video and good practical information. I agree with many others about how nice it is to watch camping / over landing done on a budget. I'm in the same boat and you mentioned a few things that have been on my mind as well. I drive and camp out of a Subaru Outback and a few years ago decided no more tent camping as well. Have been sleeping in the Outback and it has been okay. But the last few months have been seriously considering a roof top tent. You literally have read my mind about this. I'm sure they are nice but do I really want to spend $1500 - $3500 on a roof top tent? No, I really don't. I am going to check into the Gazelle. It does seem to solve the issue I always had with setting up and taking down a tent. So thanks for that info. I'm a new subscriber to your channel and have appreciated the videos you have been sharing. Practical, common sense advice is always the hardest to find. Thanks for sharing yours. Keep up the great work. I look forward to more. Oh and by the way, I'm getting one of those 5lb. propane tanks. Already clicked on the link!

@colinmartinez4977 3 года назад

It is also refreshing to see someone who is genuine and relatable. You that the average guy with a completely reasonable car can have fun too. I actually used to drive that exact car until I was in an accident and totaled it. I replaced it with a 4th gen 4Runner so I could "really get out there and explore." I lifted it, got KO2's, (you don't need rock sliders in FL) but to be honest, I explored 10 times more with my Forester than I have with the Toyota. As I consider rehoming the 4Runner for something better on gas, you're really making me want a Forester again.

@mtnman4766 4 года назад

Nice job. No need for any apologies on the way you do things. Gave me some really good ideas for mine. Thanks from a Roseburg retiree! Oh yeah, get a kick out of Lucy. Really enjoy your relationship with your daughter. Good example of a good father-daughter relationship. 👍

@vibeofadventure 4 года назад

Very nice kitchen setup, even its not yet finished..... I do have a double range Woods (a Canadian Outdoor gear brand) stove but I start to hate keeping those empty, small bbq propane cans. I should get a refillable tank like your.

@samalisonescape.outdoors2043 4 года назад

I am heading your way tomorrow *5 July 2020* to get some alone time in the wilderness. I've been scamming this video trying to find landmarks of where your camp was. I'd love to camp there myself.

@chuckstubblebine1147 4 года назад

Love the way you flipped those chops in slow motion! 😆. Made me hungry. AWESOME VID!

@ChuckUnderFire 2 года назад

I loved the Jeep comment about getting stuck-ish… as a Jeep owner, I gotta say that sometimes the rig can make it TOO easy and take some of the fun out of off-roading. As a subaru owner, I enjoy the extra challenge.

@henrikm4657 4 года назад

Roof top tents are nice, but I think you made the right choice. Having all that weight up high on a daily driver isn’t awesome. And RTTs are a pain in the butt to get off/on the car. I have a RTT but it’s mounted to my camper trailer so I don’t have to deal with it when I’m not camping. If you do end up going that route at some point, look into Tuff Stuff. Very affordable compared to the others.

@mikesentra 4 года назад

Check out a Cherokee Trailhawk. 2 speed xfer case, locking rear diff all stock. Skid plates also stock. Check out fearless trailhawk for what it can do offroad. the v6 sucks on gas but the newer ones have a 2.0 turbo option which might be better.

@VKSgtSLaughter 4 года назад

11:20 Guinness! My favorite beer, you have great taste!

@overlandsubaruinternationa2378 4 года назад

Cool for my self still waiting for a new motor 3000$ later so double check your timing belt and head gasket cause that what cause the lost of it

@kevinthomson6324 3 года назад

It’s the sound of the water that made the video. That stove is amazing great idea having a refillable propane tank and two burners adds so much flexibility.

@nickd901 3 года назад

That Gazelle tent is the same price as any decent quality tent. I paid 200 more for my MSR Hubba tent with a unipole system and i dont regret it.

@broinsocali 3 года назад

Great video sir. I am so looking forward to driving around the forest here in Calif. when I get my Outback.

@gamergeek8933 4 года назад

I have nothing against ground tents, think they are under rated. I will say if you wanted a roof top the one by smitty built has good reviews and is not crazy expensive. Yeah its not a hard shell, but it still goes up in about the same time as your ground tent if not faster... so there is that. And you could probably just build a cap to go over it if it was that important to you.

@warrentinsley5490 2 года назад

Gazelle tents are great...until suddenly bears, mountain lions, wolves and coyotes....

@jmsuitter5 4 года назад

some great upgrades always nice to find a great deal at the right time loving the light and new cooking area

@dennischeslock7782 4 года назад

I use a 10 x 10 canopy with a clip on tent form ozark. It take me about 10 to 15 minutes to sit up. Dennis from Delaware

@fredihle1468 4 года назад

You are the Bob Ross of small-vehicle overloading videos. Thanks.

@dylanschmidt4607 2 года назад

Have you ever encountered a cougar or mt. lion when you were ever cooking your dinner by yourself? That is one the hugest fears of mine going out camping.

@feellnfroggy 4 года назад

check out the adventure kinds RTT from Australia. clamshells

@TexasFamilyCamping 4 года назад

I love the rushing water noise throughout the video, but that's an opinion.

@dylanschmidt4607 2 года назад

This video makes me want to move back home to washington! Great wilderness video! :)

@DonnieDispersed 4 года назад

Awesome new setup and video! I’m excited to get back to Oregon but I’ll be subie camping in Florida this week. 70 degrees and a sunny beach sounds pretty good for March lol

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Haha, that sounds pretty nice right about now!

@mcvarfis 4 года назад

Awesome video ! Awesome landscape ! Awesome car ! Greetings from Greece !

@iamjunebug 4 года назад

Im looking for a side tent for my same model forester so i can sleep outside but to be able to open back door into a tent to change, sit, store gear etc..

@RobertWitham 4 года назад

I love that new kitchen setup! That is awesome! Looking forward to learning more about the updated build.

@ralphbki 4 года назад

My dude have you reached out to Gazelle about getting sponsored? You should get paid for this!

@jonnyfish76 4 года назад

I NEED to get back to Southern Oregon and NorCal again... #StuckinNY

@mrsorgic4790 4 года назад

19:00 yeah but the Jeep gets 16mpg or costs you roughly $1200 a year extra in gas alone.

@jodielindakeahey5214 4 года назад

Got me thinking about giving my wife my truck and taking her Forester.

@randallharmsen5802 4 года назад

Stove and tent nice updates. Peace in quiet in the outdoors is also a river next to your camp, soothing noise for the soul. 👍🏻

@MariafromthePhilippineIslands 3 года назад

It's so cute to see a floating kitchen but it takes so much skill to do it. 😁😁

@dennischeslock7782 4 года назад

I bet your daughter would love that tent. Plenty of room. Dennis from Delaware

@fkylw 4 года назад

Th moment when the door opens and you have a seamless transition to standing with the camera and then I realize you've been holding it the whole time… you are an awesome camera man.

@SirWilliamGoes 4 года назад

Looks like a good trip. I've been eye balling that camp chef stove too, how's the flame control?? I like that awning you got

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Best flame control of any propane stove I've ever used. Granted, I think I've only used two propane stoves in the past, plus my butane stove. But I could get the flame surprisingly low with more precision than my previous propane stoves. And on full power it's an insane blast...more powerful than the gas stove in my house. The awning is cheap DIY: (in case that wasn't painfully obvious, LOL) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-LoT5Z3rwdj0.html

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Ooh...Sir William Goes...I've seen some of your vids, pretty sure I watched a few of yours in the process of researching tents. You're the one who tried both the Coleman AND the Gazelle, right? Do you have the T3 or T4? I was initially thinking I wanted the T4 in order to have more standing height and enough floor space to set up a cot and a small table/chair work area, but ultimately I'm glad I went with the T3...it's roomier than I anticipated and already pretty big and heavy in my small car. Can only stand fully upright in the very center - with the attic net removed - but really that's all I need, one spot to be able to stand up without stooping. And I could still easily set up a little work area in addition to my cot. Anyway, thanks for watching!

@SirWilliamGoes 4 года назад

@@softroadingthewest yeah I went with the t4 it's considerably big packed up but the ease-of-use totally outweighs.