Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast
Built to Go is your #vanlife companion for long days on the road, working on your rig, or just relaxing by that perfect spot. Self-build? Living in your vehicle? Stealth Van? Our magazine format has something for every #vanlife interest.
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Episodes
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
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 for Fire Victimshttps://rvbusiness.com/la-mayor-approves-rvs-as-temporary-housing-for-fire-victims/
AIDS Camp for Kids Closed, For Salehttps://www.startribune.com/closure-of-northern-minnesota-camp-is-the-greatest-story-heres-why/601199362
Trade Wars May Slow Battery Price Plungehttps://www.ttnews.com/articles/trade-wars-battery-price
TECH TALK
Don’t clean your panels with Dawnhttps://techxplore.com/news/2025-01-solar-panels-dishwashing-detergent.html
PRODUCT REVIEW
Door Edgeshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ5X15XS?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1
TALES FROM THE ROAD
Benjamin Kylehttps://www.evisa.gov.tr
A PLACE TO VISIT
UFO Landing Padhttps://www.travelalberta.com/listings/ufo-landing-pad-20618
The UFO Movie THEY Don't Want You To Seehttps://www.briandunning.com/ufo/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Sam Holmes Health Conditionhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hLWiYKiR48
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Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
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 sure to visit Big Rob's channel on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@bigrobsvan
NEWS
Are you ready for Wildfires? https://www.latimes.com/california/live/pacific-palisades-fire-updates-los-angeles
Mercedes: No User Servicible Partshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg0kibsndMQ
NYC Congestion Pricinghttps://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/01/06/nyregion/congestion-pricing-nyc-new-jersey
PRODUCT REVIEW:
Zeerboo 12v 100ah LiFePO4 https://amzn.to/4264ADz
A PLACE TO VISIT
Last Buffalo Hunthttps://www.visitdickinson.com/business/last-great-buffalo-hunt-site
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Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
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:
Amazon Basics 1500 Watt Space Heaterhttps://amzn.to/3PlseV4
A PLACE TO VISIT
Voyageurs National Park Ice Roadhttps://www.nps.gov/voya/index.htm
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Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
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/BTG-glossary
NEWS
RV Miles Article About Changes Coming to Public Landshttps://rvmiles.com/sweeping-public-lands-bill-passes-congress-explore-act-goes-to-biden-for-signature/
PRODUCT REVIEW:
Timber Ridge Camping Cot https://amzn.to/4gHsJo6A
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Finding Foodbankshttps://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
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Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
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 Aukland, NZ.
LESS-LETHAL DEVICES
Byrna LEhttps://amzn.to/4grsHAX
Hero Weaponshttps://shop.hero.us.com/
Joel Persinger on Less Lethal Weaponshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXMt36eT4BQ
NEWS
European Starlink Rivalhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/12/16/24322358/iris2-starlink-rival-europe-date-cost
Ford Transit Still #1https://fordauthority.com/2024/12/ford-transit-numbers-figures-results-third-quarter-2024-q3/
Solar Price Expected to Risehttps://www.motherjones.com/politics/2024/12/donald-trump-tarrrifs-affect-prices-cost-increases-electric-cars-solar-panels-heat-pumps/
PRODUCT REVIEW:
Bens Original Street Foodhttps://amzn.to/3VMLUEO
A PLACE TO VISIT:
The Singing Oak of New Orleanshttps://matadornetwork.com/read/the-singing-oak/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Personal Safety from UCDChttps://www.ucdc.edu/sites/default/files/uploads/documents/Other/Personal%20Safety.pdf
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Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
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... yum!
PRODUCT REVIEW:
Musk Stickshttps://amzn.to/3OSbkwZ
A PLACE TO VISIT:
Dwarf Car Museumhttps://www.dwarfcarmuseum.com/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Crossroads AppiOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crossroads-nomadic-community/id6469199440Android: can't find one! Let me know if you do and I'll put the link here.
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Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
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 fresco.
NEWS
RVs Continue to Explodehttps://news.google.com/search?q=rv%20propane%20explosion
2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzzhttps://motorweek.org/this-just-in/2025-volkswagen-id-buzz-starts-at-61545/
Instant, Affordable, Lightweight Homehttps://www.theautopian.com/this-tiny-190-pound-pod-turns-a-pickup-truck-or-utility-trailer-into-a-hard-sided-camper-for-just-2750/
TECH TALK
LED Lights Myth Bustinghttps://www.stouchlighting.com/blog/are-led-lights-safe-myth-busting-health-risks
PRODUCT REVIEW:
DIBMS LED Rope Lighthttps://amzn.to/4ggr2xE
A PLACE TO VISIT:
Melk Abbeyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melk_Abbey
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Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
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 solitary cell at Terezin.
BLACK FRIDAY SUGGESTIONS
SUPERONE Retractable Car Charger 4 in 1https://amzn.to/4g8ttCv
HYGIENJOY No Rinse Bathing Wipes\(25 pack)https://amzn.to/3ZnMzyF
Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station(2024 New)https://amzn.to/4963XeN
DIBMS 1-Pack Camping String Light w/Lamp, 32.8FT Rechargeable Waterproof LED Hanging Lighthttps://amzn.to/3ZaPSYG
4PCS Car Door Open Warning Reflective Stickershttps://amzn.to/4eUjaRk
Auto Wide Angle Lenshttps://amzn.to/4g3OrSX
COGHLAN'S 9961 Multi-Spice, Multicolor Paprika, Curry, Cayenne, Garlic Salt, Black Pepper, and Salthttps://amzn.to/4115scb
Rechargeable Window Vac, Window Vacuum Squeegee Cordlesshttps://amzn.to/4i9Qs1C
LuminAID Solar Camping Lantern - Inflatable LED Lamphttps://amzn.to/3AW9wQn
Kitchen Gadgets Set 5 Pieces, Stackable Cooking Tools Space Saving for Small Kitchen https://amzn.to/3ZpChyc
NEWS
From Al, Crazy Tollhttps://wapo.st/3Clgkr0
CA Diesel RV Banhttps://rvbusiness.com/californias-ban-on-motorhomes-what-you-need-to-know/
Autoblog: Best Roads in UShttps://www.autoblog.com/news/which-states-have-the-best-and-worst-roads-in-the-united-states
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
#vanlife Community Discord Serverhttps://discord.gg/vanlife-community-559847675714076692
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