Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast

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...

Do you want THE BEST? Are you sure? We'll talk about the "cult of the best" and other ways to look at things. We'll also explore belt dressings, visit the last buffalo hunt, hear a tale about guns at the border, and learn about Peregrinus. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The Tikibago could use some belt dressing TALES FROM THE ROAD Be su...

Some news from Built to GO! And windshield washer fluids explained, a story about a potato, a bargain of a bed, and how to find food and more when you really need it.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  http://vanfestusa.com . Sadly, I won't be there. :(`   Fun!   PRODUCT REVIEW: Amaz...

Some news from Built to GO! And windshield washer fluids explained, a story about a potato, a bargain of a bed, and how to find food and more when you really need it.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  http://vanfestusa.com .        Built to GO Glossary The glossary! https://bit.ly/B...

Looking for a self-defense device that's not a firearm? Consider these... carefully. We'll also try a new shelf stable food, listen to a singing tree, and learn about the Achille's heel of power stations.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  http://vanfestusa.com .    One day in Auklan...

Let's take a look at what you should look at when you're looking at a used van. We'll also dig deep into power stations and diesel heaters, try some pink treats, give up on privacy, and see some wee vehicles.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  http://vanfestusa.com .    Eat them up.....

Bob Wells is the Godfather of Vanlife. Why happened? We'll also expose and LED myth, review some fun string lights, and visit an old place with an unexpected twist.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  http://vanfestusa.com .    Not the thing you expect to find on an 18th century fresc...

BLACK Friday is upon us, and I have things to suggest. We'll also visit a concentration camp, some beautiful roads and learn why firelogs are bad for cooking. We'll also find a whole new community.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  http://vanfestusa.com .    The view from inside a s...

Whew. This is a heavy one, and I break a big rule here. This might be the last episode you listen to. But it has elephants, things that catch on fire, hidden art and crazy radios.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  http://vanfestusa.com .    Libido in Budapest.    RESOURCE RECOMMENDA...

My voice is rough, but the content is here - let's explore what vanlife looks like in the future! Also, a couple of vanlife video games, the dangers of blue tarps, finding that rare part, and a tale involving a storm, a ghost town, and expolanets. Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at  ht...

Folks, my voice is near shot, so a short bonus episode this week about my recent trip to deepest, darkest, Death Valley. Full episode next week!

This week I tell you not to listen to me. And if you don't follow my advice, you'll learn about detecting leaks in your van, avoiding pick pockets, how to tell who is an "expert," and an impressive new AI tool.  Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at http://vanfestusa.com .    The court at...