Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast

Is Vanlife just RVing in smaller vehicles? Not really! Let's take a look at what's the same and what's different. We'll also play with some new "tire screws," Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo LOTS of vans waiting for repair at the Mercedes Benz dealer TECH TALK https://undermountac.com/collections/aconly/products/12v-undermount-air-conditioner-for-class-b-van-or-rv-a-c-only-ducted PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/4a3SGdL A PLACE TO VISIT https://www.nps.gov/gaar/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Onf5xiFnIJs Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Folks, it's time to consider having AC for your van. Off Grid! It's never been more possible, but it's still not easy. We'll also look at a large water bladder, visit some space junk, find a mattress solution and hear a story about a Mythbuster. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Adam Savage, Hal Bidlack and Jeff Wagg. Photo by Sheila Dee NEWS https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/supreme-court-grants-pass-homeless-case.htmlhttps://www.southeastiowaunion.com/news/jefferson-county-to-begin-construction-on-new-14-stall-campground/https://www.slashgear.com/1563830/new-vans-surprisingly-fuel-efficient/ AC IN YOUR VAN https://amzn.to/44moSI3 PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/4dcZk47 A PLACE TO VISIT https://www.manitowoc.org/2189/About-Sputnik RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://www.tochta.com/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Is it time for a crowd-sourced code of ethics for vanlifers? Let's discuss. We'll also explain why Romex is NOT for vans, how a cheap PWM controller might be all you need, and we play a bit of Munzee. And then a Walden nap! Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Bad picture of an amazing moment. PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/4ddjzin A PLACE TO VISIT https://www.munzee.com/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Help! You're in trouble! What do you do? Let's talk about some devices and strategies to get back to civilization. We'll also visit weird Boston, save some data on our hotspot, and play with... a toilet brush? Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo The start of an emergency satellite message on an iPhone. GETTING HELP https://amzn.to/4cMTDJW TECH TALK https://amzn.to/3vwOXay PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/4cGX4C3 A PLACE TO VISIT https://www.scandinavianaggression.com/public-service-announcement-for-new-england-monuments-to-greatness Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Propane, Butane or Electric? What's best for heat and cooking? YES! We'll also play with a new lighting idea, visit an iconic fountain, take a rid in Africa and find an easy way to check the weather. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo The Toyota Quantum. NEWS https://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/van-life-living-96f4e986https://www.readersdigest.co.uk/inspire/life/embracing-the-van-life-helped-me-beat-the-cost-of-livinghttps://www.businessinsider.com/van-life-road-trip-convinced-nomadic-lifestyle-is-for-me-2024-3 PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/3U3axNhttps://amzn.to/3U2QAWK A PLACE TO VISIT https://loopchicago.com/listings/buckingham-fountain TALES FROM THE ROAD https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-68690454 Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

What does AI have to say about Vanlife? Turns out, quite a bit, but can we trust it? Let's see. We'll also explore gas generators, and unique vending machine in Texas, encounter some powerful critters, and review CarMax. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo A jackal in the wild. NEWS https://www.motor1.com/news/713335/vw-no-market-id-buzz-camper/https://vanfestusa.com/https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-jones-03-06-2024/card/rv-stocks-drop-after-airstream-parent-flashes-demand-warning-ADgKFLMUqnmGoQDQv48t RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety A PLACE TO VISIT https://berdollsquirrel.com/index.php?cID=127 Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Whew! I did some math, and it's led me to some difficult decisions. You'll see. We'll also explore Capetown, make some toast, and learn how to not go blind. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo The view from Robben Island. PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/49kj3Ml RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Sometimes, it's nice to remember the DRIVING part of travel. It can be fun! Here are five great drives. We'll also look at why you should NOT install USB A ports, we'll review some simple wine bottle lights, and tell three impossible stories that are all true. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo And then there's THIS weird story... PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/48vNCOr TECH TALK https://amzn.to/3Plg4fr Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

5v Van? We’re getting to the point where it’s possible for “light” builds. It’s a great option for no builds! And you can add CarPlay Android Auto to just about any radio, why should you avoid gluing flooring, a quick geologic trip to Morocco, and a visit with some mermaids! Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Alas... 5V VAN ◦ Lights https://amzn.to/3Ij4I7q ◦ Vents Fan https://amzn.to/3IcH6Bp ◦ Heating pads https://amzn.to/48tYtZq ◦ Cooking https://amzn.to/3UToKNC ◦ Hand Warmer https://amzn.to/3TbGWk5 NEWS • e-Sprinter • https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/electric-mercedes-benz-esprinter-a-small-step-for-van-a-giant-leap-for-van-kind/ PRODUCT REVIEW • Jensen JDASHCP adds CarPlay and Android Auto to most stock stereos • https://amzn.to/3SSY8cP TECH TALK • Solar Security Lights - these work fine, but there are many choices • https://amzn.to/4bUqiNb A PLACE TO VISIT • Mermaid Museum! • https://www.mermaidmuseum.org/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION • Simple Enough Explores Gig Work • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Eo2mvBqau8 Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

iOverlander is the go to app for many of us. But there's a problem, and there may not be a way to fix it. We'll also take a look at an "attack" in Quartzsite, a way to add CarPlay to stock radios, and a great new resource, Nomad Wiki. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Reading signs is wise... PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/3SSY8cP TECH TALK https://amzn.to/4bUqiNb RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION http://nomadlife.wiki/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Is a camping trailer part of "vanlife"? I say yes. Why not? We'll discuss the pros and cons of living the life as a toad. We'll aslo find a clever way to hide your toilet, discover a problem with winter food, visit some giants, and nearly die because of a design problem. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 Some Skookie folks doing the do. If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Ok, maybe not quite a "big rig." PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/3wsuZOc A PLACE TO VISIT https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blythe_Intaglios RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://lateralcast.com/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Folks - this week was eventful, and completely unanticipated. But here I sit in Florida, and I offer you a lengthy explanation and a list of lessons learned from it. This is NOT a normal episode. If you don't like the Tales from the Road! Segment, this isn't an episode you're likely to enjoy. But - if you're one of those who listens because I soothe you to sleep - yes, this is for you. :)

Skoolies are great! But they're not without challenges - let's explore. We'll also "ride the whirlwind," visit an art museum, encounter a Catch 22, and Chase 70º. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 Some Skookie folks doing the do. If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo NEWS https://www.wusf.org/politics-issues/2024-02-07/florida-bill-ban-public-sleeping-camping-explained PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/49jBGjM A PLACE TO VISIT https://bocamuseum.org/art/smoke-mirrors-magical-thinking-contemporary-art RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://www.chasing70degrees.com/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Van Fest Florida is finished, but it's also just the beginning. We'll take a look at how well our WeBoost has been doing, review some IKEA lamps, use our recovery boards, and talk about how we can all get to events. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 A very nice spot...until the generator fired up. If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/425PPyw A PLACE TO VISIT https://skoolieswarm.com https://www.peacelovevans.com https://www.instagram.com/skoolieup?igsh=b2h6bWQybXByenV4 RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Wonder what DEF is? Even if you don't drive diesel, this might be interesting. We'll also watch our van roll uphill, update our Vevor Diesel Heater review, read some onerous laws, and more. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 The start of a very bad time. If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/425PPyw A PLACE TO VISIT https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_gravity_hills RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gg4sSvjBUZI Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

What is OODA? A way to get yourself out of trouble, that's what. We'll also review a pop-up table stool thing, visit Vanfest, check out Prepper Survival Guide and hear a tale of the very stupid. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 Join me in Florida next weekend! If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo OODA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tj0fgjMdzU0 TECH TALK https://www.caranddriver.com/research/a31515330/diesel-vs-gasoline/ PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/4aZ2s2mhttps://amzn.to/48GBJ9l A PLACE TO VISIT https://vanfestusa.com/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION https://amzn.to/3tYJCYM Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

How should you insure your rig? I don't have an answer, but I lay out the framework so you can find the best solution for you. We'll also visit the Devil's Icebox, check out Blue Highways, experience "danger" in Tangier, and test out some floor mats. New YouTube Video WHERE IS JEFF WRAPUP? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZ7vEVq8_qc Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 This places is dangerous! Or so they want me to believe... If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo NEWS https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/8/24028828/kia-platform-beyond-vehicle-pbv-modular-ev-ceshttps://gasprices.aaa.com/https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-01-09/ev-batteries-plunge-in-lithium-nickel-and-cobalt-prices-is-killing-deals TECH TALK https://amzn.to/48LpYy7https://amzn.to/47DyIpahttps://amzn.to/3O2jgf5 PRODUCT REVIEW https://amzn.to/47ApXfk A PLACE TO VISIT https://mostateparks.com/location/55460/devils-icebox-entrance Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Changes are a-comin' and I lay them all out here. I also visit an amazing restaurant in the Canary Islands and talk about my experiences with a handy travel router. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity), and Discord (https://discord.gg/dRADjsvJEX) Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 Mars base? Or a restaurant? If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo https://amzn.to/3S6EKd2https://cactlanzarote.com/en/menus/el-diablo-restaurant/https://wearevanlab.com/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Play WHERE IS JEFF? https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0iC-g2r6yt/ This podcast is also available on YouTube. Winnebago has an eRV prototype - can you build your own? We'll discuss. We'll also revisit the idea of having battery powered devices instead of one big battery, visit a place where they worship wood, and complain about clay pot heaters once again. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo https://amzn.to/3Nr2XYOhttps://www.roadsideamerica.com/search/tip Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

Play WHERE IS JEFF? https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0iC-g2r6yt/ This podcast is also available on YouTube. Winnebago has an eRV prototype - can you build your own? We'll discuss. We'll also revisit the idea of having battery powered devices instead of one big battery, visit a place where they worship wood, and complain about clay pot heaters once again. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Snow! https://amzn.to/3RrQ6IChttps://en.travelbymexico.com/huatulco/places-to-visit/?nom=khuacapillastacruzhttps://www.bigissue.com/news/social-justice/plant-pot-candle-heater-tiktok-safe-do-they-work/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.