Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast

148 iPad Only? INVZI Charger, Free Freezer, Stuck Magician, A Love Song, Vintage Parts

I did an experiment using only an iPad during extensive travel. Did it work? No! And Yes! We'll also try out a great USB charger, tell a tale of a magician in a pickle, talk about Winter's free freezer, and find vintage parts. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link! 
FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.)
Photo: A tree in Moon, OK.
 
Product Review: INVZI 100 W USB Charger
The one charger to rule them all. A bit pricey, but worth it.
https://amzn.to/3uNlepH
OR - I haven't tried this Minix model, but it looks very similar for less money.
https://amzn.to/3YrfwaO
Resource Recommendation: Vintage Trailer Supply
A great site for hard to find parts, and things you didn't know you needed.
https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=288120&u=3411615&m=31492&urllink=&afftrack= 
BONUS: A Love SongIf you liked Nomadland, you'll probably like this. Don't watch the trailer, just dive in. 
https://amzn.to/3j4oJ8q
 
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147 Cold Weather Vanlife, Colonia Del Sacramento, Parts, Windy.com

Cold weather has its challenges, even if you’re not in the deep freeze. Here are some ways to keep going. Also: windy.com will help you save your awning, Colonia Del Sacramento will charm you, and we’ll talk about how parts is not parts.  
For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link! 
FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.)
An apology: this is a rough episode. I had a trouble editing and uploading, and I’m not happy with the quality. 
A Place to Visit - Colonia Del Sacramento
A place lost in time and possibly reality
https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/747/
Resource Recommendation - Windy.com
The name says it all! It’s a great visual representation of wind and weather.
http://www.windy.com
 
 

146 New Vans Are Coming! Separatec, Self-Heimlich, Diesel Heater While Driving?

Lots of new vans are coming, but will they be good for #vanlife? We'll discuss. We'll also try out some Separatec underwear, have TWO "good" landings, talk about diesel heaters while driving, and talk seriously about a life-saving maneuver. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link! 
FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.)
Photo: Separatec. I sure can't make that stuff up.
 
Product Review: Separatec Men's Underwear
Great for fast drying, but the configuration is a bit... odd. 
https://separatec.com/
Resource Recommendation: Envato
Learn this. It could save your life. 
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Antarctica 2

Folks, I appreciate your patience. Antarctica 1 will NOW work on Spotify! This is the last Antarctica episode - back to normal for the next one. 
 

Antarctica 1

Wow, it’s been hard to get connected! I’m back in Ushuaia now, and I’ll do one more Antarctica episode before returning to our regularly scheduled programming. And as promised, here is a picture from my cabin window.
 
 
 

145 The JOY of Vanlife, Washboard Roads, Steps Revisited, Winchester Mystery House, Salem Witch Museum

So many negative articles about Vanlife! But you know what? Vanlife is GREAT! Let's celebrate that this week. We'lll also visit two spooky places, explain washboard roads, and revisit small step stools that might hurt you!For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link! 
FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.)
Not a witch, and that's actually a church. :) Photo by Jim McAllister
Tech Talk: Washboard Roads
They're no fun, but there's not much you can do but understand why they exist.
https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4822
Product Review: Folding Step
You'll find many uses for this. Just get it. 
https://amzn.to/3SCj5Xd
A Place to Visit: Winchester Mystery House
The real story is more interesting than the legend, but regardless, it's a fun place to visit. 
https://winchestermysteryhouse.com/
Resource Recommendation: Envato
An easy to use, relatively affordable solution for your stock footage needs
https://1.envato.market/mgQ1MD
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144 10 Myths of Vanlife, PD, Step Stool, Earplugs, Van + Deer, City Museum

So much clickbait! Time for some more myths of #vanlife. We'll also have a (too) close encounter with a deer, find a way for better sleep, insist that you get this step stool, explain what PD USB is, and visit the City Museum again. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link! 
FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.)
Ouch, sorry Trailslippah! 
Product Review: Folding Step
You'll find many uses for this. Just get it. 
https://amzn.to/3SCj5Xd
A Place to Visit: City Museum
An absolutely crazy museum filled with things you've never imagined. 
http://www.citymuseum.org
Resource Recommendation: Wax Ear Plugs
Can't sleep? These earplugs might make it easier
https://amzn.to/3TZhhc1
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143 Value-Not Price, Converters, Ice Road, Lagun Leg, Tire Chains, Glow Plug Woes

After a bit of news, we address the idea of "value" instead of "cost." What should you pay more for? We're also drive across Lake Superior, put chains on our tires, and explain the difference between different electrical components. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link! 
FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.)
 
My love. My pain. 
Product Review: Knock Off Lagun Table
The REAL deal
https://www.lagunusa.com/
The Knock Off from Amazon that works OK
https://amzn.to/3gkZw8B
A Place to Visit: Madeline Island Ice Road
Drive across Lake Superior! If you can. 
https://www.superiortrails.com/madeline-island-iceroad.html
Resource Recommendation: Tire Chains-getting started
This simple guide will get you started on acquiring and using tire chains.  
https://www.etrailer.com/faq-snow-tire-chain-comparison.aspx
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