Winter Van Life Wool Blankets & Hot Water Bottles for Living in a Van

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Today we are taking a look at wool blankets and hot water bottles for heat while living in a vehcile! These are alternative heat sources with out having to use propane or gas!
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@margaretbauer4126 2 года назад

The hot water bottle can be used in REVERSE also, if the weather is too hot! To really warm up or cool down your body, place a bottle on your femoral artery which is on the inside of your upper thigh. Your blood heats or cools down in about 10 minutes. One bottle goes at my feet and the other beside me just above my hip and ribs, once I am warm or cooled down. God Bless your channel Bob!

@careya 2 года назад

I have never heard of that for cooling down. That’s a great idea.

@forestanderson3267 2 года назад

I put one of those water bottles in a black trash bag and set it in the sun on the dash so sun shines through glass during day, just before son goes down I put the water bottle in the bed works very well on sunny days even when cold out

@youngkim9487 2 года назад

That Hot water bottle so great !!! I slept warmly and was able to wash my face with that water the next morning.

@patriciacole8773 2 года назад

I love your idea!!

@olbird7647 2 года назад

That's definitely a good idea to conserve water.....though just a word of caution if you're ever tempted to reuse water from a rubber water bottle for drinking (or cooking) purposes...In desperation I did once 🤢🤢 never again 😳😂

@larryoutdoor 2 года назад

My grandmother heated up a soap stone and put itatour feet. When we traveled we all ways had warm feet. Thanks Bob.

@DBYouTubeHandle 2 года назад

LOL!!! 😁🤣 😁 if down gets wet your goose is cooked (it’s plucked from a goose), “bites you in the butt” hahaha geese would bite my mother’s butt, haha and you’re talking about geese feathers 🪶 great puns and helpful information

@sarahloy830 2 года назад

For those with microwaves in their rigs, I have a couple fleece bags filled with rice ( dried corn works also) that I microwave for 4 minutes. They stay warm for hours. One is a long tube to hang around my neck. The other is rectangular and I tuck it under my blanket. The tube is especially nice when I am still up and about in the evening. It is amazing how much warmer I feel with that on my neck and shoulders.

@mhayes6864 2 года назад

My daughter made me on one of those for Christmas on year and it was the best gift ever! And that rice smells so soothing when its heated!

@themousethatroared3371 2 года назад

Those things are amazing for headaches and sore muscles.

@nancyk3615 2 года назад

Exactly, Every night I heat up my bean bags. They put me to sleep fast too.

@sarahgupton2552 2 года назад

A nice warm knitted scarf around your neck gives very good warmth. It keeps your blood warm which flows to the rest of your body. Wristbands help too and thick socks.

@gwenkilby Год назад

In a pinch you can use a large sock (without holes).

@carolinagirl53 2 года назад

Harbour freight has a 40"×72" wool moving blankets in sale for $7.99. I use it in between a fleece blanket on top and a flannel sheet on bottom. It is super warm. And a fleece hooded snuggy while sitting up before bedtime.

@johnnyrambles 2 года назад

Some great advice! I'll add an alternative to hot water bottles for sleeping. I suffer from Raynaud's symptoms which means that my hands and feet are constantly cold. Because of this I've been using rechargeable, battery powered handwarmers in my bedding for years now with great success. The big advantage over water bottles is that they can be turned on an off when needed to adjust your comfort level, plus they are recharged easily from a USB during the day.

@turnbullstravels735 2 года назад

@@justwannasay5454 I bought 3 wool blankets from an Army surplus store (son needed them for scouts). have washed and dried them many times over the years. They are also great to have around you by a campfire, because cinders that land on them are not going to be quick to ignite.

@Trying_very 2 года назад

Any advice regarding where to get the rechargeable hand warmers? I have a cold feet problem at night. I like wool but I can’t wear sheep’s wool next to my skin. It makes me itch and scratch. Possibly Merino wool would work better - is that from goats?

@debbiekiefer4938 Год назад

Like this! Going to get a set!

@anitasimmons3599 2 года назад

Thank you for producing this video series. I don't live full time in a vehicle, but I travel and backpack. Wool blankets cannot be beat for warmth in all conditions. The new continuous hollow fiber down alternative are almost as light as down now. Amana Woollen Mills, still make wool and cotton blankets and throws. They are pricey but quality. Wool and cotton are natural fibers too. Amana Iowa is just north of I-80 , in eastern Iowa. It is worth a visit. Pendleton in the PNW is the other Woollen mill still in operation in the USA. We have had a twin sized wool blanket from them for over 10 years and it still looks new. Buy quality if you can afford it and you will get years of service from your items. Thank you again for this video series. You are a great teacher.

@EvieVermont 2 года назад

“It’s a lot rubber!” You’re so funny, Bob. And a genius about nomadic life, of course.

@nmr6988 2 года назад

Great advice for nomads or for sticks and bricks folks trying to keep their electric bill down. Thank you, Bob and everyone!

@EvieVermont 2 года назад

Good point, Nancy. It’s not just the nomads who need to stay warm. We who live in the cold climes (I’m a Vermonter) also need to stay warm. Power outages and just keeping costs down are two reasons. Great post.

@popatop75 2 года назад

for late backup heat bring some water to boiling and put it in two coffee thermoses then late at nite pour the water from the water bag into a bucket and replace with the thermos water

@katichabenavides8327 Год назад

Great idea 💡

@carriemainquist757 2 года назад

I have a heated sleeping pad (meant for truckers) that runs off a 9v cigarette lighter. Have it on the lowest setting w/ a wool blanket below me, wool bkanket on top, down sleeping bag for top of that. I am toatsy! Plugs into my yeti 500x goal zero solar. Very energy efficient. Works well for me in WI & MN - with a balaclava & a good bomber hat for my head. Condensation still an issue tho w/ your breath.

@maggiem.2919 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your expertise in this area. This is helpful to us who live in bricks and sticks. My house is all electric and I've been prepping for the possibility of power outages. Your information is very helpful.

@shayshay7524 2 года назад

I can not tell you how much I appreciate your channel, currently I’m trying to save to get a minivan so that I have somewhere to go to escape current situation and your series help me to know I can actually live nomadic!

@rickcooper156 2 года назад

I escaped my "Bad Situation" two years ago. I studied Bob's videos and finally left. This lifestyle is so Amazing and I wish I had done this year's ago!

@TheShauNanigans 2 года назад

Best of luck to you. I hope this happens for you as soon as possible. Don't lose sight of your goal. You are worth the effort to live for yourself. Sending love.

@shayshay7524 2 года назад

@@TheShauNanigans thank you, it’s a slow process being on SSD but I know I’ll get there!

@shayshay7524 2 года назад

@@rickcooper156 I’m glad you are happy and I can’t wait! I’m holding onto faith it will happen for me too!

@rickcooper156 2 года назад

@@shayshay7524 for what it's worth, the money I've saved while living in my SUV is mind blowing! I'm out of debt and almost stress free. I also have learned a lot from Bob Wells and his videos. In my "Situation" I learned that the other half of Faith is Deliberate Action. Once I left in Faith, my life took a 180 degree turn in about a month! Please don't wait for things to be all in place before starting your next chapter. "You'll never become who you were meant to be... If you're too busy being who you weren't" 'Rick Cooper'

@shaunhall6834 2 года назад

I never thought of using a hot water bottle. So easy to do and economical.

@conniewaite1996 2 года назад

@@nonyabizness.original and the water can be reused!

@anitasimmons3599 2 года назад

@@nonyabizness.original you can use a 12V or electric kettle or even a fire outside to heat the water. A jet boil or other backpacking stove can be used to heat 4 cups of water in about 6 to 7 minutes. Yep heated water at a rest area before driving to a place to sleep overnight in my vehicle.

@catniplovescake 2 года назад

I just use water bottles that I've finished drinking the water from...when I buy bottled water that size...🥰 the Cat loves them, too! 💫😸❣

@cosmicsunbeams Год назад

Very helpful information 👽 Winter ❄️ is coming, again. Prepare.

@EvieVermont 2 года назад

You mentioned a “candle going” which I agree is a great idea. Just a note to “car dwellers/suv dwellers”- obvious issue is burning something or setting something on fire. But the real issue is that FIRE NEEDS AIR and uses oxygen to burn. So the fire uses air YOU NEED to breathe and stay alive. Just an additional idea for folks. (FYI, I’m an outdoor educator, by trade.) Great WOOL BLANKET idea. Wool socks, sweaters, scarves, anything you can find that is at least mostly wool? Is superior to fleece or any other material, for sleep or staying warm while sitting around.

@jeannerountree952 2 года назад

I’m not big on candles to begin with but the thought of putting a candle in a small space such as a van or any thing smaller is scary to me. So to those that might want to use a candle please look at the safest method possible and I do not know what that is. Stay safe out there and warm we are pretty cold here in Wisconsin right now and have some snow on the ground.

@MillieMartineuz 2 года назад

Wool. No question. I live above the artic circle. The winter evenings get cold :) Wool is the best.

@petersimpson633 2 года назад

Agreed, wool is the best. Ever seen a sheep shiver? Rest my case.

@juliadawnyel3648 Год назад

I would skip candle to dangerous

@cindythecatwoman1601 2 года назад

Even with propane, deasel and other sources of heat those are all good ideas 💡. They inexpensive and don't require any power sources.

@sallyplus4 2 года назад

I had to return the less expensive hot water bottle. The 1st one I bought smelled like chemicals and it didn't go away. The 2nd one, the seams didn't hold up. The third was regular size and 30 something dollars, German made, no seams and made with rubber. Great bottle. Bob one of the first videos you did on the hot bottle for was a great help to me. Thank you.

@ziziroberts8041 2 года назад

My blue hot water bottle here in North India is Coronation brand with a crown symbol on it. I named him King, my midwinter's dream lover. ❤️

@ericahoelscher3733 2 года назад

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@gaijincoolgoods9955 2 года назад

Sometimes the old school way is the best. No matter what these are excellent survival skills

@morrisshepherd1637 2 года назад

Bob you have so many great ideas you are such a blessing to many people thank you

@mhayes6864 2 года назад

Love the wool blankets! I got a green military one and a merino wool one at a second hand store for just a few dollars each!

@h.b.4058 2 года назад

In the winter, Costco often has sheepskin rugs, made out of four skins sewn together, so they are quite large. I've seen them between $99 and $119. They are amazing to keep warm under when you're sitting around or sleeping. They are a bit bulky, but when not needed make a great cushion layer on the bed or "couch". Combined with a hot water bottle, you are getting and staying pretty dang warm.

@tomsitzman3952 2 года назад

I did not see the real ship skins this year instead they poly fleece ones. Not near as nice.

@debbieweckler6832 Год назад

Perfect video along with reading the comments. Very helpful. Thank you.

@judithjeffers7666 2 года назад

Many moons ago a friend got me a blanket from Mexico. This blanket was incredible! It was made of acrylic yarn but when held it up almost no light came through. It was the warmest blanket I ever had. Unfortunately it grew legs and ran away. 😞

@gypsydavy708 2 года назад

Plus with a hot water bottle you could reheat the same water the next night.

@maehay4065 2 года назад

I just got myself a treat for myself at Christmas time and I bought a new Swiss wool blanket and a sleeping bag. Now I just need one of your hot water bottles. I like the clever idea using what looks like a sweater turtleneck so I probably will just use one of my old turtleneck sweaters that already have wool and stick the hot water bottle in it mainly to save money that I don’t have..even better would be to find someone who knows how to sew and have them reuse one of my old coats and take out the zipper to sew it around the top. Otherwise it’s back to Amazon to one of your links. Especially if you live in cold climate or off grid.

@hahna77 2 года назад

Haha, I bought myself a fancy hot water bottle's, so now I just need a nice new wool blanket. God bless Mae. That's my daughter's name.

@maryg1338 2 года назад

I have a sticks and bricks, and have found the joy of a hot water bottle. Excellent on a Long Island damp night. Love your channel Bob

@MarkRVillano 2 года назад

If you own a pair of insulated welders gloves, heating up large rocks on a fire and then putting them in your tent, vehicle, or RV is a great, and safe way to keep warm. Large stones retain and radiate their heat for a long time. Another great option (if you can afford it) is a packable Primal-Loft or Micro-Therm jacket from Patagonia or Eddie Bauer, that you can easily sleep in. They weigh almost nothing, and pack down to the size of a 12" softball, but cost around $200.

@Ima-hoot 2 года назад

Growing up, we used hot water bottles. They work well for many hours. Dressing in layers and keeping the draft out of the clothes makes a big difference also.

@olbird7647 2 года назад

Yes, we did all of this growing up too! It was years before we had a house with central heating in every room so all of these tips were common practice.

@David-rx2to 2 года назад

My feet are the hardest part of me to keep warm. I shopped for electric socks on Amazon. Thick almost knee high socks with a rechargeable battery pack in a snap pouch on each that is about the size of two 9V batteries. Low, medium and high settings. When shopping, pay attention to the battery capacity rating so it has the ability to last all night, or most of the day. Game changer!

@treedeblue 2 года назад

Bob is a survivalist and it’s great!

@OverlandOne 2 года назад

One could spray paint the large bottle flat black or simply place in a flat black tight fitting bag and hang outside in the sun. It will heat up the water using solar so you save fuel. Of course, if it is cloudy and windy and very cold outside, this will not work as well if at all.

@paulampaquette 2 года назад

I am using two kennel heating pads One is 18 x 24 and I can set the temp and timer The other is 6 x 18 and useful for my feet I plug them into two portable power stations They will go all night because the watt use is so little These in my bunch of blankets works really well

@LisaSoulLevelHealing 2 года назад

Which ones, and how low is the wattage? I used an electric blanket 🙂, but im always looking for lower wattage options.

@Mmbohn1 2 года назад

Very interesting.... how much wattage does it use and which ones do you use?

@stephenschuit7880 2 года назад

We've been traveling from Portland, Maine, since Oct. in our Ram Promaster. We've tried to stay south of the snow line and were successful until we got to Mohave, CA, in December. On cold nights, quite honestly, what saved us was our efficient electric blanket which worked off our GoalZero power station. It draws surprisingly little power and with variable power controls and a variable shut-off setting (1 to several hours), there was no problem getting it to shut-off automatically. Can't say enough about that option.

@red5462 2 года назад

When car camping in freezing temps. I put reflectec under my sleeping bag and loosely above my sleeping bag. It really works, almost too well. Of course I also wear thick wool socks, gloves, double PJ's and a warm beanie.

@jiniefox6126 2 года назад

Hi Red5, your double PJs comment gave me a laugh.:) they sound so cute, I wear merino thermals for jamies.

@mugustabjeonklei2613 2 года назад

Because of a recent snowstorm (and a bad time crunch) I had to sleep in the back of a relative's car, in the parking lot, while she was at work; I slept on the van floor, on top of her windshield shade with some cardboard underneath the shade... I slept surprisingly warm and well. I didn't need to run the van for heat.

@godsperfectcreation4756 2 года назад

Great info. Thank you very important. Especially for women with ovarian pain 😉🙏😍

@einzgeisha 2 года назад

Thank you for all that you do . I used to get my mom the rubber warm bottles for really cheap years years ago. We lived in Daly City so I'd often drive like 20 minutes local road to San Francisco Chinatown and there used to be a 99 cent store where you can purchase the hot rubber water bottles and it helped keep her feet warm at night. somehow we lost them in one of the past moves.

@cinnamonsmom9104 2 года назад

I have flannel sheets, Woolly Mammoth blanket on top, and synthetic faux down comforter.. toasty warm. Plain Heavy blankets don't insulate but a wool blanket will keep your own heat in. I have never had moisture problems with my combo. I love my Woolly Mammoth blanket. Amazon for all things bedding.

@olbird7647 2 года назад

Is Woolly Mammoth the brand of blanket or from an actual woolly mammoth?? 😳

@marthas8108 2 года назад

I'll second the comments about down, and about how much moisture we lose at night. I was backpacking years ago, the temps dipped, and someone suggested that I wrap my ground sheet on top of me overnight. It was warm, but the underside of the ground sheet was SOAKING wet the next morning. If I'd been in a down bag I'd have been in trouble.

@paulamcneely4923 2 года назад

I have an old wool army blanket that I will never let go of.

@annettehill4490 Год назад

I love wool A really good wool poncho is great

@patriciacole8773 2 года назад

I struggled keeping a hat on my head so I use a polar fleece bathrobe to drape over my head and around my face and hang down and around my shoulders and down my back. Deliciously warm. My wool blankets come from the thrift stores as well as wool sweaters. I buy extra large or mens because my body heat between me and the sweater warms that air. If you’re in a rig with a stove, I put a pot of water on so in the morning I can reach over and boil the water while I laze around til it’s time to add the oatmeal. Add some flax seed towards the end of the cooking and make going number 2 fast and easy!

@ama409573 Год назад

Thanks for the tip on wool blankets 👍

@kleanification4613 2 года назад

I really like you I like how you have showed me how to be a nor mad I like all your videos even if they’re a little outdated and I love that you’re updating your videos

@budgetbudz 2 года назад

Yoda yet again teaching us the ways of nomad. I use the 99 cent store disposable heat wraps, just open it up it starts to heat up on its own. Stick it on your lower back keeps you warm for about 8 hours

@zoommikerobinson3315 2 года назад

I have two ways, that are a little bit different. Not perfect, but: 1.) Figure/research how to 'Nomad' around Florida; 2.) Set up some Outposts with friends, whereby you can hook to the electricity and do work for them a few weeks (watch/tutor kids, special projects, house sitting etc. etc.) -- and then move on.

@lockergr 2 года назад

Great strategy!

@robertpage3961 2 года назад

quilt blanket work good

@sharonlutz1046 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this wonderful series on heating methods, Bob. Very helpful indeed! Much appreciated!

@82sasquatchks 2 года назад

An appropriate 10 piece kit ... with contingencies, back ups', literature, hands on, ... Airborne

@denisescull4227 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing your experience, it's invaluable

@katebarton2032 2 года назад

I travel from Illinois to New England and back several times a year sleeping in my converted van. For this trip I purchased the wool and down blankets you mentioned and added flannel sheets for more warmth. I was skeptical that this combination would keep me warm enough. I can honestly say that I experienced the best, warmest night I have ever had. I’m a believer!!! Thanks for this video.

@yellowboot6629 2 года назад

🤭! 🤭!... Thanks ❣️( A guy grown in Russian Alaska is Immortal ☝️ 🤣🤣🤣...)

@Loruca Год назад

Something that can add to warmth is a sheepskin under the bottom sheet.

@robin5382 2 года назад

Nothing beats wool. Being a N. Dak native and living with grandparents in the 50s., always wool blanket in old farmhouse. Alway try craigslist for used wool blankets. I scored a king size wool merino blanket from Australia for $40 because it was too warm for first owner. Best score ever living in 32 degrees winter weather.

@rhondalyn100 2 года назад

Thank you SO MUCH!! Very helpful for when I will finally get to go car camping!!!

@susiealamillo5140 2 года назад

I love all these ideas Bob thank you.

@kendarr 2 года назад

We had one of those rubber hot watter bottles, we used a lot for aches and stuff, it lasted for more then 15 years, it got a bit bittle, but honestly if it had lasted 2 years was already great, 15 is just amazing, we didin't use it every day tho, i feel like i can say with confidence, those rubbers one can last like 5 years using every day.

@msconnleon 2 года назад

"Hot hands" hand warmers are a good idea as well 🤗 I've even seen rechargeable hand warmers

@lockergr 2 года назад

They make them for your torso as well, and your feet n toes.

@lindasue8719 2 года назад

I've been away for a while, I have to say I really miss the opening tune! I'm glad the closing music is still there, it's always very evocative.. wish it played longer 🎶❤️

@sallyplus4 2 года назад

Hot water bottle is still warm in the morning as long as the bag stays under the cover with you.

@jiniefox6126 2 года назад

Yes, I usually find,, it is still tepid warm, l Love my 'Hottie"

@kbird529 2 года назад

When staying in the June lake area in 19 degree temps I used a wool blanket, 12vlt blanket, and dressed in layers which kept me warm for sleeping in my insulted teardrop. The problem is that it doesn’t heat the air around you, since then I’ve added a diesel heater and a Kovea Cupid Butane heater as back ups and an additional heat source

@faviolaandaya1079 2 года назад

Thank you Bob! 💕🇺🇸

@confabulouscruisers 2 года назад

How do you keep your water, canned goods, food, hygiene products etc from freezing? What fuel source do you use to heat water for hot water bottles? I can see how one can keep themselves from freezing to death without a fueled heat source but what about everything else?

@lockergr 2 года назад

Great question.

@TheShauNanigans 2 года назад

Maybe they'll make another video about this? I would definitely watch it.

@hahna77 2 года назад

The same items listed here that are used to keep ourselves warm can do the same for water and products. Especially if kept in an insulated container or "cooler" and then you can add in warm water bottles or extra layers of insulation etc. We usually want most goods kept pretty cold so that they last longer, so I don't think that I would worry too much about them freezing, as long as you can heat them before eating.

@tomsitzman3952 2 года назад

Put them in cooler

@TheShauNanigans 2 года назад

@Justiceforall Thanks. That is definitely useful. One of the items I was thinking of, which isn't food/water would be any piping and heavy duty batteries like Jackeries and Bluettis, etc.

@stopit4uca 2 года назад

I was thinking about what they did back in the old days when they used to put hot rocks under their bed what do you think about that method. Using a silicon mat used for woodstoves

@susangrimm6771 2 года назад

Thank you for this review of options. I was not aware the synthetic fleece was that good so now will reconsider it.

@danniedamour4397 2 года назад

Yay!! Bob ❤️

@b.savage8953 7 месяцев назад

UsB heated blanket 👍

@roadtriplover. 2 года назад

I have to say, I really appreciate hot water bottles. I got one that is about 24inches long and 4inches wide. It has one of the knitted covers that the short wide ones have. I really like this long water bottle, cuz it keeps my whole body warm, as it extends my whole core body length. Definitely get the rubber, cuz the others don’t last and you end up having to buy a replacement sooner rather than later. I wear great wool socks at night and I can always move the bottle is I need a bit of heat further down my body. Another “heater” I enjoy is … my dog! Ha! He shares his heat and I share mine, so we really stay fairly warm, together. So we have the longish hot water bottle, I have one of the puffy blankets, my socks and my dog. Even when it’s in the 30s outside, we stay quite toasty.

@christhompson3750 2 года назад

We had the surplus army wool blankets when I was a kid. I found a really nice Biederlack blanket from a thrift store. It is warm just by itself but layered with another blanket, it's really nice.

@tomcramer1061 2 года назад

Great info have a great day.

@bensonsspeedshop1191 2 года назад

Wow, Double First on a Brother Bob Video!!!👍👍👍👍

@alisamcgrath598 2 года назад

Hand and Toe warmers are great as well. Walmart has them cheap.

@Scrimjer 2 года назад

I would use a electric blanket and a space heaters on timers.

@hahna77 2 года назад

That's providing you have electricity though.

@Scrimjer 2 года назад

@@hahna77 that's true, but being in a van or what not it works, but I see what you mean

@_GntlStone_ 2 года назад

Bob channeling the wisdom of HDR (RIP). WOOL blankets also last forever, so as HDR always advised, Buy Once Cry Once.

@vinster907311 2 года назад

Wonderful video, Bob. I really like the extra long water bottle. In Europe, folks there use infrared light bulb ($25). Basically, radiate the body warm enough to sleep all night without freezing to death. I usually radiate the face, chest, stomach and arms 30 minutes and sleep very good

@bar0nger 2 года назад

I love my full size double sided wool blanket. Comes with a warning FOR WINTER USE ONLY. It's 500 grams of wool per square meter.

@tjmarie6554 2 года назад

Excellent info - thank you!

@pleinairartstudio2234 2 года назад

I am in a car and I discovered that I can make a teapot of water get a cup and the pot I bring in the car and I hold it to warm my hands and I heat up dinner bring the in car and put the frying pan in a towel it heats the air and makes it warmer and my feet and get really nice warm 😜😜😜😜

@spooniesarah 2 года назад

I'm allergic to wool, so I'd somehow source superwash wool, alpaca (which I'm still slightly sensitive to), or bison down for socks, blankets, shawl, etc. I'd have to look into how they compare to wool WRT warmth and how they handle moisture.

@spooniesarah 2 года назад

@@patriciacole8773 I've heard great things about bison down, but alpaca would be cheaper. Maybe the blanket should be alpaca, and smaller things could be superwash wool or bison. Or if I already have enough superwash wool yarn I could make my own blanket.

@mugustabjeonklei2613 2 года назад

Can you handle cashmere? I get my sweaters from Goodwill, they're pretty warm for their weight.

@susans7091 2 года назад

good old fashioned heavy wool blankets and hot water bottles:)

@markbrown6234 2 года назад

Can you recommend some 12volt electric blankets? Please

@MrsMillers 2 года назад

Wool blankets are the best!

@100toeface 2 года назад

Bob, please make a video educating us on the dangers and proper use of candles for heat. There are other you tube videos about using certain casings, etc to increase the btus, but we need to hear from the expert about how to handle it and do it properly.

@pnwester2697 2 года назад

4:53 Insensible water loss: Roughly half is from your respiratory tract and the other half is from your skin. A person loses 7 to 10 ‘% of their body heat through their head on average.

@truthvigilante3170 2 года назад

I’m going to be living the car life this winter in an old Ford Escape and I’m kind of nervous I just hope I can find away to keep warm here in the Midwest

@CarrieMtn 2 года назад

I wonder how a wool cover on your hot water bottle would work?

@olbird7647 2 года назад

It would keep it nice n toastie for longer...just like a wool tea-cosy 👍

@bradchoi9679 2 года назад

I wonder if those skiing hand warmers would work inside of a sleeping bag? They are only about 40 cents each (on Amazon - box of 80 for $30) and there's even rechargeable electronic ones for $25 each. They claim to last up to 8 hours... more than long enough for a good night's sleep. If you put two or three in your sleeping bag, it may do the trick. Maybe?

@CrankyBubushka 2 года назад

Thank you so much

@coppertopvon 2 года назад

I plan on using a heavy bathrobe & a heating pad since it doesn't take much power

@kimberlyhoffman1828 2 года назад

Thank u ❤🙋

@DD-lv4tb 2 года назад

Great info. Thx.

@naddd7943 Год назад

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@julianroccopesa3491 11 месяцев назад

I would like to know more about winter van life in Alaska, great areas to stay , keeping water supply warm, wood burner in a van. Electrical items in the cold. What is most needed to survive winter in a van. Food source, canned food freezes, crossing Canada to get to Alaska boarder do and don't s. Buying land in Alaska. Some say do not fully insulated, bc of mildew build up. Do these bluetti, eco flows, jackeries work well in the cold of Alaska ? will the solar work? Do vehicle fluids freeze? Which tire chains are good for a van in Alaska. My van has no heater. I am 62 on October 2nd and this has been my dream for over 10 years. My heart is pounding with such Joy and excitement for this journey. Any advice will be so gratefully appreciated, Ty. ✌️🙏❤️🕯️🎈💯🌻😊

@brendacaley5935 2 года назад

Great video! 👍

@a.w.thompson4001 2 года назад

Nalgene bottles have the desired wide mouth and ability to store hot water.

@hauk3839 2 года назад

What are your thoughts of auto start run heat or air conditioning 15 min run and shuts off. I don't think hurts engine. Just make sure no exhaust leaks. Do van lifers do this. Thank you