Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast

Do you live in your van or out of your van? We'll take an in-depth look at one person's story. We'll also try out a moisture meter, wash dishes without water, learn about a particular border, and visit a very nice Sandwich.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io A church, a bed, and a person known simply as "the best."   PRODUCT REVIEW Moistu...

Water is a resource and a troublesome. We'll explore some strategies for dealing with this heavy and precious substance. We'll also review a unique drain, hang out with some movie stars, talk about gray water strategies and spend some time with wood rot.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hmm, this seems like a bit too much ventilation. N...

I've often talked about my Sprinter and why I think people should avoid them. Now - here the truth! And then head to Canada and visit their national parks, hear a tale about dogs and sharks, get some essential shoes, and drill some holes. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Here, there be sharks. They're swimming around our ankles.  Where d...

I'm at sea, but I'm persevering to share with you some possible impact from recent legislation. I'll also tell a tale of loss in the Bermuda Triangle, talk about solar charging options for portable power banks, and tell you how to avoid Chicago Traffic in Style.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Well, good morning to you too! PRODUCT REV...

There are time when you're neither here no there, and wonderful things can happen. We'll also tackle some of a rig's worst issues, look at a way to keep dirt out of your rig, get stuck in Nevada and visit Norway.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hard to see this from a van. PRODUCT REVIEW Stansport Tatami Straw Ground Mat 60" L x 78" W...

Parting is such sweet sorrow, but it sure is a relief sometimes. But how? Swivel Magnets can make life easier, a few simple upgrades can improve your ride, and someone tests a Bright Drop.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Public Lands at Risk https://www.fieldandstream.com/stories/conservation/pu...

Buying a rig is a bit tricky today, here are some places you can find what you're looking for. We'll also put solar on our hood(?), and tell the very long tale of why this podcast is late. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Totally Solar Powered Rig https://tech.yahoo.com/transportation/articles/inn...

The easiest way to kill your van. How do I know? Because I just did it. We'll also talk about how to store you van long term, review a product that means you'll never get stuck again with a dead battery, and visit France...but not Europe.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io The original dream, altered, struggled for, and now dead.  NEWS GM...

Life happens while you're making plans, and the vehicle you're working on now probably won't last very long! We'll also look at safer battery storage, how to drive the WRONG way, a scary night, an excellent exchange, and a mixed bag of news.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io The Campster! No compromise!  NEWS New Vanfest Events in Arizon...

So much great feedback on the first aid kit episode that I made a whole episode out of it! We'll also talk about other things you should have in your van, including a great app that's a must have.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Yes, I camped in this.    Not a lot of notes this week! Thanks!

First aid kits seem like a good idea, but are they useful? Ours is! Let's dive deep on this one. We'll also visit a mummified hand, see trees in the road, play with sharp things and stop a whole lot of bleeding.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io The AI made me do it PRODUCT REVIEW Clozex Emergency Laceration Closure https://amzn.to/44rak...

Forget vans and SUVs! You can build a rig out of anything, and here are some strange ideas. We'll also visit a desert in Canada, put out a fire with a blanket, take apart MC4 connectors, and hear some tales from an old job.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io 1983 Toyota Mini-Cruiser NEWS Jeff on Treasures of Our Town https://treasuresofou...

Charge without Solar or DC to DC? It's possible! But advisable? Well... We'll also visit the French Riviera, brew up a home grown WiFi network replacement, explore a WEIRD device, and take a look at Campendium. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io A very strange and yet interesting device.  NEWS Best Security Items for Vanlife https://tech.y...

Do you embrace driving myths? Let's find out! We'll also explore Boat Board, multitools, the reason you should still have cigarette lighter outlets, and experience a sad moment.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Don't believe me? Do you believe the largest travel club in the world ?  NEWS Tennessee is creating accessible trails in its st...

Extreme weather affects folks living in vehicles more than most—what do you do? We'll explore. We'll also visit Iceland! Land of the vanlife test drive, and figure out what to do when you have the wrong fuel in your rig. Monkey Magnets and Ventusky are both fun to say!  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Imagine the force needed to do this...

Minimalism is more than just "less stuff." It's more freedom. We'll also spend some time in the Wild Wonderful, listen to Nellie extol the virtues of her Zero Breeze, confuse people with electrical terms and try to replace iOverlander If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Yes, this is a form of minimalism. NEWS Idaho Outlaws Stealth Vanlife h...

Is it safe to visit the USA? We'll take an honest look. We'll also play with a USB tester, find some remote jobs, look at places that offer Digital Nomad Visas, and hear a tale of kindness. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Is it safe? NEWS iOverlander 2.0 Fails https://www.abqjournal.com/lifestyle/article_cba62748-fd02-11ef-997f-cbd0f6a8...

One of many spots I never planned on. This is a hill in Bangor, ME, former home of Stephen King. In this episode we talk about: Dust pans Chevy Brightdrop Enchanted Highway Window Lubricant No builds Electric Parking Brakes 12v Air Conditioners YouTube Nomad Life Wiki Remote Jobs Finding Vans And more! Thanks for being here for over 250 episodes! 

Do you leave no trace? Let's talk about it. We'll also visit the Hotel California, look at Android Trackers, and find a place to buy vans. Oh, and there's a t-shirt.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io I've always been remarkably goofy.  NEWS Canadian Snowbirds Face Border Hurdles https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/news/2025/02/2...

What's your biggest fear? I'll bet it's not what's actually dangerous. We'll take a look at vanlife ways to die. We'll also review 3M security film, explore a hidden feature of Dodge Caravans, hear a tale about a bad day, and maybe find a remote job. Oh, we'll visit Canada too! If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Or do they?  NEWS  Arizona...

A Boondocking build makes a lot of sense, whether you plan to use campgrounds or not. And we'll take a look at USB lighting, visit some lost luggage, and nearly displace over 200 people into the cold Chicago air.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io My first fully self-contained rig.  NEWS  South Dakota Threatens Residency https://rvmiles.c...

Do you believe these myths? It's OK if you do-but here's why I don't. We'll also look at a really comfortable sleeping pad, visit a geologic wonder, explain LPG vs. Propane vs. Butane vs. Natural Gas, and spend some time with Wheelie Yellow If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io I wish I had the Elegear pad when I owned this setup. TECH TALK S...

This is an unedited podcast produced by narcotics and sheer will.  Now is the time to build your van and hit the road! Really! We'll also talk about rust converters, moose watching, a simple sink solution, creative helps, and a strange woman with a plate of bacon.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Version 1. Good enough, but Version 2 wa...

We live in uncertain times! What to do? Here's a list of 10 things that might help. We'll also fix our frozen van, explore a winter wonderland, give Amazon Haul a try, and find some ambience.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io I miss that van PRODUCT REVIEW Amazon Haul https://amzn.to/3E6CE8D A PLACE TO VISIT Parc Omega https://www.parcom...

The most important thing is something you already have! Or not... but you need to find out. We'll also visit at UFO landing pad, have an encounter at Burger King, protect our neighbors and find out how NOT to clean solar panels. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at  https://peregrinus.ghost.io Moments before she was mine.  NEWS LA Mayor Approves RVs as Temporary Housing...