Van Life Wisdom Don't Crash & Burn 

Grow up people ..... Bob is not responsible for you..... YOU are responsible for you ...... sticks and bricks or on wheels only you can make your life work......

Bob, I haven’t commented before, I’m kind of a lurker, but I wanted to tell you that I think this is your most valuable video to date.

The universe is friendly. This is good Bob.

" I'm just a guy that lives in a Van and poops in a bucket"! 🤣 Love your down to earth thinking even though I believe your a Van Life Guru! Keep it coming. ✌️

Well said Bob. I aim for 60/40. 40% Goes in the bank and stays there. Every time I reach for my wallet I ask myself is this a need or a want. And If it is a need, I ask myself do I need it now. Last week $1000 worth of new tires on my Van became a need About 4 months earlier than I expected. Expensive problems will come up, that is Guaranteed.

The older I get, the more I realize the old cliche' is the truest thing there is: Attitude is the key to happiness.

Fantastic video, and a much needed wake up call. I'm a single woman who's traveled to 14 countries alone, lived in 3 countries other than the US, lived out of a back pack for 10 years, and then a couple of years ago bought some land and built a tiny house (with the help of friends!) where I now live. While I'm totally fearless in most circumstances, I have a terrifying fear of traveling alone in my own country. Yet, that is exactly what I want to do when I retire in 7 years. How will I do this? Planning, saving, learning, facing the fears by going out on excursions alone in my car for now...AND by watching Bob videos!

Exactly why we went with a van instead of an RV. We both are on disability and we make a little less than $1700 a month. We felt that an RV of any size would be too costly in repairs, maintenance and god forbid if anything went wrong. On some rigs a new set of tires can be over a thousand dollars! We choose an extended van to be able to live comfortably on what we make and not have to take on any other ways of making income if we did not want to. Thanks Bob for the vid!

Excellent video sir. I've lived on the road as a trucker for 23yrs. My retirement plan is to transition to nomadic living. Seeing how I'm use to the life I can't wait to start living and stop slaving. You are spot on, it's all about expectations and a change in mindset. I spend the majority of my time living and working in about 50 sq ft. It's plenty of room and makes your life very simple. Living small requires smart thinking and it really gives you piece of mind. No rent or house payment, no utilities, no property tax among other things. I do own a house that when I retire I won't be able to afford to stay in. In the truck I have all the essentials. fridge, toaster oven, coffee maker, electric cooking devices and so on. There's many ways to see to your needs on the road. As a trucker I've been everywhere, but I never have the time to enjoy places I like. The upside is I know where to go when and where not to. I've got a huge list of destinations and we have and like motorcycles so I'm very excited to go nomad permanently. Take care Bob.

Treat the Earth and all that dwell thereon with respect. Remain close to the Great Spirit. Show great respect for your fellow beings. Work together for the benefit of all Mankind. Give assistance and kindness wherever needed. Do what you know to be right. Look after the well being of mind and body. Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater good. Be truthful and honest at all times. Take full responsibility for your actions.

Still Relevant! Timeless advice. Thanks, Bob. I'm about 4 weeks out from "going live in a van." While I have considered all the things you mentioned, I hadn't organized them in my brain cohesively to address them all. I believe you just saved me some emotional pain and probably one panic attack! (ha ha)

I would rent an RV and try out the lifestyle and then make the jump. If one doesn't like it, just stay in a house and rent an RV sometimes :)

I'm not a nomad because I have two disabled grandsons that live with me and I must have a house for them... However I am fascinated by the subject and people who do live the nomad life. You have just shared amazing insight for anyone no matter where they are, and where they plan to go -- always live below your means, always have faith, and always be open to change.

Bobs just reminding us of life lessons we were always told but we sometimes forget 1) don’t try to keep up with the Jones’s And live below your means 2) save for a rainy day 3)attitude is everything 4)be grateful for what you do have 5)a Boy Scout or Girl Scout is always prepared

I'm just a man that lives in a van and poops in a bucket. The brutal honesty from a man who sounds like he wants the best for people without dissolution.

Excellent Video Bob - My mum used to love saying this "All you really need, is food in your stomach, clothes on your back and a roof over your head." I spent my life being frugal (my family was frugal, but they did it with style and class) and I've been happy living out of a vehicle now for over 13-years, and since I got my van it has been a whole lot more comfortable (even bordering on too comfortable at times, LOL). People often point out RV's to me, but I personally feel that just the expense of a small vehicle is enough for me at this point in my life, and far easier to park and explore narrow, dirt, back roads. I did ad solar, but I keep it minimal. The less we own the less problems (to a point of course) and the less expense and worry. Living simply and minimalistic is (in my opinion) is the way to go to experience freedom and fewer worries. Money in the bank is far preferable to owning a lot of stuff, living below your means is excellent advice, and it's not nearly as hard as one might think. Lowering ones expectations doesn't have to mean lowering ones standard of living, a person can still have a great life on $500 a month and be clean and presentable and even stylish. My budget is $500 a month, and I travel for six or seven months all over the country and see a lot of places on it, then work for five or six months (no, I'm not retired). How? I just do without a lot of things that aren't necessary, and I stay away from cities and towns as much as possible, they tend to have a way of draining the bank account. Thanks for this Bob, I will send people to this one in particular.

Thank you Bob, I feel like I am a part of a large community that loves & respects you very much . Your attitude & life experiences that you selflessly share with us is a reflection of the kind soul you are . I want you to know that you have & continue to help & guide me in a positive direction. Again, thank you Bob , I hope to meet you one day my friend 🙂

It's so helpful to rewatch your videos. I started out thinking I had to have a van, since then I've decided to start with my reliable car while I save for a van.

💗I love you Bob!💗 ... and I mean that in a respectful, friendly way. I've been watching you videos for weeks now, doing my homework, making notes, accessing my "needs" and coming to some wonderful, exciting conclusions ... all with your help. Truly amazing. THIS was a much needed video! And just a I mentally prepared myself for pure hell in USMC bootcamp (which I graduated with honors & series high shooter) ... I thrived in the environment! Now I'm preparing for life on the road as a nomadic disabled vet. I know that my medical & financial "needs" will be met. The beauty of the VA is you can be seen at any VA medical facility in the country with just a phone call! Ok ... I won't go on & on about everything. I was just so happy to know I'm doing the right things in order to not "crash & burn". Thank you so much for all you do ... for others 💗

Good luck to anybody leaving town in a $3,000 RV that wants to travel full time. As my Grandmother once said, " Common sense isn't so common." I agree with Bob. If you have a solid car, roll in that car and live out of that. It can be done, and is being done right now.

I bought a real nice 2000 low miles rv. First year every thing broke. Fridge, heater, hot water heater, tires, door luck, and many others. Spent over 6000 bucks first year. It is a nice RV now, ha ha ha...….I have every survival tool in the world but the most important one is ,MONEY, when you are on the road and every thing you own is in your rig.

Thanks for pointing out the reality of life. This would be an excellent topic for the RTR - "The realities of the nomadic life". You can't run away from your life.

People don't always have any choice whatsoever. None. But a lot of us with no choices, are survivors and that's what matters. I live in a partially converted Skoolie (2000 International) on $791 a month with 4 kitties, my service dog and a rescue Chihuahua. By the time I pay obligations like phone, insurance, storage, etc, I have about $300. Before diesel, before gas, before pet needs. My needs don't matter. Do I have an emergency fund? Nope. I buy what I can, as I can and do it myself. I poop in a bucket, go without showers, fill the bus with fuel once a month and that means I can go roughly 400 miles a month. I drive 150 miles or so, spend 2 weeks in a national park, drive another 150 miles, rinse repeat. When my tires were rags, I stopped at small town school districts (bus barns) and asked if they had ANY used tires they'd sell me cheap. Wonderful Muleshoe Texas GAVE me two tires free. Amazing people. I have two steer tires on the back of my bus and no spare but I am filthy rich compared to where I was when I pulled in, steel belts showing. There are miracles everywhere you look; you just have to look and don't expect everything to be given to you. I have faith that no matter what happens, someone or something will happen that will allow me to work through it. I've been sitting in Albuquerque for two weeks now, trying to sell a few things to head on towards Winslow and can't, thanks to Facebook, but I'm not whining. I'm sitting in a truckstop, reading my Kindle and waiting patiently. I don't need much food after my surgery so there's a blessing. Would I much prefer to have a nice big fancy rig, travel every day, shower every day, put my rig in the shop for regular maintenance, have solar? Absolutely. But I don't and I have nothing in this world but my pets, my bus, me and what I was able to shove in it. So no matter how stupid you may think me for not using my head and not being realistic, I am surviving, I WILL survive and I had no choice but to survive or give up and I don't give up. I had major abdominal surgery in February and 3 days later I was taking care of myself and my pets. I have no running water; I use jugs. I've no solar; I use a generator and pray like hell it holds together. I learned to take care of it. I budget for gas and diesel and pet needs and do without the rest. Now tell me; what other choice do I have? At least I'm out here, living my life.

I needed to hear every minute of this!

Yes Bob is back to being real again. That's the dialogue that got us all watching in the beginning !

Thanks for the reality check! That was great advice whether you live in a mansion or a Prius! And to the haters - shut up!

It’s simple. LESS IS MORE!!!!

"Expect nothing and you will never be disappointed"

Hey I grew up on a farm and we didn't even have indoor plumbing until I was in high school, so a bucket isn't bad. You're right, attitude can make a huge difference.

Expectations are planned resentments. You take you with you wherever you go. Einstein-you cannot change things with the same level of consciousness that created them. Blessings🧚🏻‍♀️

Bob that was some awesome truth! "Wherever you go, there you are"! I admit I originally got hooked on watching your videos as I thought van life would be the fantasy escape to what was going on in my life, it is not. Now that I worked stuff out in my life, truthfully I am no longer interested in van living, but I still enjoy watching your videos as they have great tidbits for living the best life as well as fun RV and van tours!

Mr Bob, this was your most important video ever. Some people are not cut out for this lifestyle and they need help to realize that. An emergency fund of at least 3 months expenses is essential, as is a special fund of 2-3 grand to handle an engine or transmission overhaul. If one is underfunded, life on the road can be more stressful than staying put in a sticks and bricks. Good video!

We are preparing eighth now, yes. Can’t wait to get back on the road! T was a change for the better! I’ve become a true minimalist and continue trying to become even more so. But it’s freeing and humbling💜

This is one of Bob's best.

I wonder how many people are saying "Now you tell me".

This is such a hugely important video. Most people don't realize that our problems don't go away when move into our vehicles and hit the road. Yes, some do go away, but they're replaced by others. That's just life. The most important thing you said was that we must shift our internal message to ourselves. And I would ad that it is once we take personal responsibility for our lives that we truly become free and happy. Thank you Bob!

This was excellent advice whether you are a nomad or not. You are a good mentor with a no nonsense approach. I'm a camper but not a nomad and learn from you every time I listen to a video. Thank you Bob.

I can’t imagine the kind of emails you get Bob. Your video sounds like what everyone around me thought when I wanted to live in my van. The mistakes I was making then were listening to all those who said I couldn’t. I am a nomad and nature lover at heart and always have been. I told folks over and over again that my struggles were going to be the same but I would be happy and I was right !!! Like I said, I can’t imagine the emails you receive and I am sure there are folks who needed to hear this. At the same time, folks who don’t have can just as easily crash and burn in sticks n bricks. My first day on the road I had a tire blow out. A new tire on a vehicle that was checked before I left. So it proves, you never know what will happen but I made it just fine. Stayed centered and grounded and did what was needed just as if I was a stick n bricker. So stay cool folks when stuff does happen, you get through it just the same when you are a nomad. Great advice on living by below ones wants. I don’t have the things even Bob says a nomad should before hitting the road and I am still not running out to buy them. If I end up so cold at some time, chances are real high, I can find a Walmart then and get a buddy but right now, money goes towards savings. One thing many think they need is good cell plan. I want to add to Bobs tips here that that is hogwash. I have the smallest Verizon plan and guess what, I am fine. I can even watch crvl, lol. Sure my data runs out in a day but it just bumps me down to 2G. 😲 The need for fast isn’t real and if you need to save, trust me, you will likely survive slow internet. I have visited some friends who can’t stand waiting for my phone to load a webpage but I have had zero issues. Still works. No need for an expensive plan and I save quite a bit each month this way.

Howdy Bob This is the second time I watched this video. It's a great reminder to help a person get ready for the nomad life. A good reality check.

Good thoughts Bob!!! My dad used to say that, live below your means and I have!! That said, rv life not for me!!! I like amenities like a daily shower and a toilet💕👍

Most people are terrible financially. They live in and thrive on a mountain of debt. No amount of charity will change that mentality. When you live on wheels because you are forced to, you'll be just as bad, if not worse, with money. Choose your life, don't let circumstances choose it for you!

Bob, Great video! I can add a case in point. I have an older motor home. Less then 20K miles on it. Traveled west. Both roof top AC units died. 1 tire went flat. Needed Oil Change and got the dashboard AC fixed. Fortunately I had the means to do the repairs However, it was tight going home! I have been camping for over 60 years. I've camped in tents. pop ups, motor homes and trailers. RV's will not nickel and dime you. It's 100 here 500 there, or worse 1k here, 2k there....Do what you can with what you have!

This is why I watch your channel. You ask the tough questions in your interviews and you show the reality of RV life, not the sugar coated hollywood version other youtube channels like to portray. You also get to cold hard numbers of how much this stuff costs. Again, something other channels fail to do. If anyone gets the impression from this channel that this life is easy or anyone can do it and be happy, they never paid attention. That said, you give equal representation to the joys and freedom RV life can provide. Very well done!

Bob, I know this video was done a few years ago, however, the monetary info is still very valuable, even when adjusting for inflation. Thank you.

Expect the best and prepare for the worst.. Wise, wise words Bob. Thanks again for your honesty and for caring 🏜️ enough to put this out there.

I do my own repairs. Since my 30s 😊. Bob, you started hopeless. It can be done. Ive done it in a car before. A person just has to have Plans A, B and C. Be able to think on your feet, be creative, be willing to ask for help, be willing to defend yourself.

Thank you Bob for telling it like it is. Your advice about how to not crash and burn is just an honest assessment of real life. Most of us in sticks and bricks have never lived within our means. Most of us have lived with luxuries until we are forced to live without. We have to be honest with ourselves and make realistic decisions to make things work. Keep making the great videos!

These are straight up words of wisdom

great words of wisdom for EVERYBODY, house dwellers and otherwise!!! thanks, Bob! it's really all about an attitude shift! xo

Spot on !! Without money you are stuck no matter what......

Wonderful video, Bob! Going nomad within a fantasy is bound to fail! Thanks so much for all of your hard work and very necessary videos that you always post.

Bob is one amazing guy.

What amazing advice! I know I will have to dip my toe in to the NOMAD life before jumping off the deep end. Doing test runs have always sounded like a good idea. Don’t give everything you have away before you know if you can do the life. My travel trailer has always been my plan B. My kids aren’t crazy about the idea of me traveling out there alone but I feel like any fear I may have are valid fears and not the sky is falling type of fears. I have never needed or wanted a lot of stuff. I look around my home and think these things have brought me joy but my life won’t be any less without them. I look forward to the time I can take the plunge. And I hope I get to see you on the road sometime.

Hello Bob. Well done. People who think this life is all fun and games need to watch this before they venture outside their safe bubble. This is my second time out on full-time RVing. The first was in the mid 90s to early 2000. My expectations are about the same. I know I'll need to have extra money for breakdowns. Luckily I have the skills to do my own repairs. I'm currently rebuilding a 31 year old Class A with all new parts and updating it to 2018 standards and equipment.. I wish everybody who ventures outside all the luck they can handle. Be safe in your journeys and bye for now.

I always learn something from you Bob. Even though I have no desire to go to the RTR or be part of a tribe, I always learn something applicable to my life from your videos and from the people you interview. For that reason only, you will be the first and only tuber I will donate to.

Hi Bob thank you for everything you do for everyone. You are a wonderful lovely caring Man. Best wishes Richard Crompton kent England

Well like I said a million times I've been doing this off and on for 10 years solo but really I've been doing it my whole life since I've been on my own I live like a homeless person but I like to think of myself as a high-class homeless person because I do have a roof over my head and I have more than most homeless people have like you said live within your means.

this is wonderful. could not be said better. no fear, live below your means, everywhere u go there u are..and just be a good person.. Learn as u go to and give yourself room to fail. Learn and go on... have no fixed preconceptions and one can learn to find happiness as u go

Excellent words. I’m a therapist and couldn’t have said it better myself.

This is very good advice for those who are financially limited and see living on wheels as a viable alternative when they have limited funds. This lifestyle is far more expensive than people think, especially in the beginning before you learn the ropes and double especially if you can't do your own repairs. I am fortunate to have no financial worries, but I will say it still hurts to constantly put $$'s into my older Class B. I am now 2.5 weeks into living in my van by choice, and your second category of crashers and burners would apply to my situation. I have been close to crashing and burning since I set out. I thought I'd be fine in such a small space and without modern facilities; well, thinking (imagining) and doing are two different beasts. It has been quite hard for me to adjust to such a small living space (tripping over my dog and cat constantly, having to pull out five things to get one, etc) plus my comfort level is greatly compromised and that too is hard for me. My inner need and motivation for trying this lifestyle was the freedom and the hope that I would find camaraderie among like-minded nomads. Only 2 1/2 weeks in, I have found neither but I keep pushing on. The one piece of advice I would offer anyone who is about to start living in a vehicle is keep the possessions to a bare minimum. I took way too much and there's gonna be a large pile of my stuff on the RTR give-away tarp. : )

At different times in my life I have wanted to run away. Then I realized that if I ran away I'd have to take myself and all my problems with me. After that..the thought of running awsy wasn't so appealing.

Yo Bob, good solid advice. I do, however, recall watching many, many videos the last few years where you glorified this life style and people living on 6-hundred to a 1000 dollars per month. although you have always pointed out to live within your means. I'm not being critical only pointing out what I have heard on your many video. You do a great job. Please keep those vids coming.

This was a great video Bob! Stressing on how important a good vehicle is needs to be a whole video! We fixed up our vintage travel trailer and headed to the RTR this past January and got as far as Tucumcari New Mexico before realizing we weren't going to make it because our Jeep was no match for those steep hills and mountains! I cried all the way home. We kinda lost our direction for a while but we are now refocused and saving for a really good truck. We have decided on a two year plan to get us off the sidewalks. So if you are thinking about this kind of lifestyle you really need to be prepared and don't jump the gun especially if you aren't prepared.

Mostly in the past I've done stealth camping which sucks big time and a hard way to go. Since then I've driven a semi over the road and conducted tons of research of the many places to stop and will only boondock from nowe on. The last time though I lived in an rv I would love from town to town and get jobs in each town. Typically employers refuse to hire homeless or even people living in an rv so I got a ups mailbox which gives me what looks like a home address. I didn't have then but do now a van to pull behind my 30' motorhome so I can park the motorhome and drive the van to work with no one being the wiser

Bob, I believe this is your best video yet. Somebody had to say it. Thank you for your honesty.

I appreciate your ability to recognize people who've made an endless string of bad decisions and now come begging for a handout. I hope your new organization is able to vet your recipients properly. Your heart is in the right place

This video is amazing. It brings forth many key things in life. Thank you so very much. We've just started our journey. We are learning every day what's really important. It really is a day by day learning process. I think fear is our worst enemy. And the perception some have of us. But when we explain everything, step by step, they come round. One cool benefit has been not having to write that rent or electric bill check. How cool is that.....

5 years later and watching this again. What a great message.

Exactly what my nephew told me when I was thinking about going on the road! He watches your videos too, but not sure if he has seen this one. I'll ask though, because everything you covered here, he said to me. So I've decided to start small, as I have a mini van and can go camping on BLM land with friends here locally. This was priceless Bob. Thank you!

4 years later and this is still a powerful message with a lot of meaning for me and I am not currently thinking of becoming a nomad.

Love it that you reference the shared wisdom of the 12 Steps! Thank you and God bless and Mary keep you dear soul!❤

I’m glad u put this out there bc I was worrying about the longevity of ur nonprofit if ppl think they can just come out there with no resources to fall back on if their vehicle breaks down and they don’t have emergency funds but they think the nonprofit will bail them out.

This is absolutely supberb. Truly a lifetimes worth of wisdom and truth in this video. Thank you for making this.

Yes this is an important video essay on Van life. It needs to be linked in every Van Life channel I think. Always liked that old saying, wherever you go, there you are.

Tell it, Bob! I loved what you said about hope vrs fear. I’ve lived my life determined to stay out of fear-based thinking. I saw how it doomed loved ones early in life. I believe that I’ve almost never been a target for crime. I feel bad for people who fear that bad people are ‘out there.’ I’ve been rewarded with a peaceful life.

I've practiced in my driveway. I've always been one of those researching people so I looked up videos that told the negative side of vandwelling as well as how good it can be. Just waiting to fix my 4 runner and then find a job as a campground host to get enough to make up the difference I need for emergencies. I think it really depends on you... If you do your research and do test runs in places around you on the weekends and keep a journal of what happens and then make sure you are truthful to yourself about the experience you will grow into it with open eyes.

One of the most valuable lessons to teach kids at the formative years : "Wants" vs "Needs". My experiences tell me many people have never even thought about this.

Very good video Bob. I'm making plans to get out there soon. I'm reading some of these comments and wondering why some people are blaming you for their choices. I watch several RVer channels. I consider their opinions and experiences but in the end I'm a grown adult. I should be able to weigh the cost of my decisions and based on everything I've learned I know if this is a lifestyle I want, do I have sustainable funds, do I have emergency funds, do I want to poop in a bucket or in a toilet on an RV. It's no one's fault but your own if you can't think and weigh things out. Not Bob's fault, not anybody's. So, with that said, Bob you do a great job giving us info from what you've experienced and now it's up to me to do what I want with my life. Thank you so much and safe travels.

Didn't see this posted before..I must have been without signal... I enjoyed this one. It made me fully aware that I do what I do before its all gone. (Nature, National Parks, ..in fact I missed RMNP because it began burning when I arrived in CO. ..Gone) And addressing materialism...my weakness which I'm slowly bringing into reality... Thank you!

VERY GOOD ADVICE! One of my favorite sayings ever "wherever you go, there you are"... You can't run away from yourself. So many people ignore and avoid all of their problems because they don't wanna think about it and try to run away from their problems instead of facing them and confronting them head-on. I learned all this the hard way on a trip across this country and ended up homeless in New Mexico stranded in the desert burning up and freezing cold with a broke down car that I had to scrap off to the salvage yard for chump change because I couldn't afford to fix it. So now I'm up shit's creek without a paddle/vehicle. Planning is EVERYTHING, and so is timing. The preparation for the journey is just as important as the journey itself. You can't control time or timing but you can control all the variables to make sure u got a backup plan when it does fail. Murphy's Law: if it can go wrong it WILL. and it will. So be prepared for it.

Though I've only followed you a short time, you've always been a good teacher. Great info for anyone wanting to seriously make a big, lasting life change.💛🌻💛

The vehicle is your home that has to mobile at all times. Very different for most people. Make sure its rock solid.

You truly are an amazing friend! No I don't know you, we have never met, but now I know your heart. Who said you have to meet someone to be their friend? God sent!!

Greatest saying ever !! I'm just a guy in a van who poops in a bucket !!! Awesome

Wise words and so true. Daily I remind myself: “The only thing I have control of is my Attitude! A reasonable attitude results in better life decisions”. Thanks for all your helpful videos. Hope to see you at RTR 2019.

I’m taking off the end of this month in my teardrop. I’ve taken many camping trips in it. I have been planning and prepping for going out full time. Your videos have been very informative and useful. I thank you and maybe we will see each other out there someday

On time and true to " life". Thanks Bob.

Excellent advice. I try to live a compassionate life but I also very much believe in self reliance.

Awesome advice that one can apply to life even if you're not doing the "van life" thing. Thank you for yet another great video! I would like to offer this food for thought that helping to prepare me (retired) to take the plunge: If you think about how much space you really need, think about how much space you occupy in any given room of your house. You can only occupy a maximum of 14 square feet at any given time. That's if you're lying down. If you are standing, you occupy about 3 square feet at any given moment. So why do we all strive to live in bigger and bigger apartments or houses? Probably because we want to be able to have variety in our daily lives. We need room for all the "stuff" that occupies us during the course of the day, and a change of scenery, so to speak. Thing is, no matter how big the house gets (within reason) you end up falling into the same routine anyway. So there goes the "change of scenery." So... ... if you divorce yourself from the consumerism lifestyle, a van or suv easily has the 14 square feet you need to exist. Change of scenery? Self-explanatory. You can wake up to a new view every single day, if you want. And I tell you, I can CERTAINLY use an extra $1000 / month by not having to pay rent for an apartment that I only use maybe 2% of at any given moment. Think of it this way - if you only ever fry one egg in the morning, do you really need to use a huge electric griddle, or would a little 6" pan work just as well? Same concept. Food for thought, for what it's worth. 😀

This channel speaks to the soul!! I always have questioned what I have been told by authority. Question everything people!!! That is where TRUTH lives

Hey bob its me martin ky. I started in a tent and went to a old 60yr old camper it was a bumpy road to success it took time planning and work my jeep needed upgrades its 17yrs so i worked on both at the same time what ever needed to be done at the time one fire at a time one month at a time i had to save to get there allways gauged my funds every mo. To get what i needed and did it myself to save for the next step have to be patiant and wait till the funds are there and the weather was good read and plan gather parts i keep it simple i dont want it to be a job once done just maintain camping is hard enough to keep repairing over and over just a simple life cheep living free in open spaces!

BTW, I bought your classes and they are a gold mine of wisdom and information! I can't recommend them enough.

Reality check. Good for you Bob for putting this out there. Called a Wake Up Call for everyone. Thanks for putting this out there

This was nothing less than a great sermon!

Excellent advice!! I was really happy to hear that so far we have made all the right decisions according to your advice. We have pretty much everything in place and our first journey is coming up in January. We’re planning to join the 2019 rally in Quartzite and stay for the tent show and then who knows where. Hope to see you there!!

What an honest way of putting things. You probably saved many people from ruining themselves and their lives (for a while)

Every person new to this life must see this. It's an invaluable resource of the most direct and honest information.

Life Lessons ! Truth ! My family and friends say..you dont have a toilet or shower in your short bus. I say freedom is a beautiful thing. My needs are minimal. I have no wants except meeting folks like you Mr. Well's !

Bob I agree with the idea of "living below your means" as you say. I already have experience with that living as an expat in the Philippines. I live on a VA disability benefit and my rent is about $200 a month, food is cheap, a haircut can be less than $2. The only issue is it's far, too far for me so I want to translate this to a nomad lifestyle and I think it's doable. Every lifestyle that is not part of the rent/mortgage in the US has it's pros & cons. I've decided to go with Straight talk from Walmart for cell & data, much cheaper than Verizon and I checked the coverage. There is a good coverage in Yuma. Do lots of research and it will pay off!!

Nice reply to your critic(s)! One of your best videos ever, imo.