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
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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Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Thursday Nov 21, 2024
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 RECOMMENDATION
Candle Heaters are BADhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RonGRvfX0LM
TECH TALK
Snow Socks - they work!https://amzn.to/49672eH
PRODUCT REVIEW
Baofeng UV-5RM Radioshttps://amzn.to/4fohsIT
A PLACE TO VISIT
Hidden Statues of Budapesthttps://budapestflow.com/hidden-mini-statues-budapest/
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Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
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 http://vanfestusa.com.
The group in Emigrant Canyon.
NEWS
Camper Van Game Live https://store.steampowered.com/app/2843190/Camper_Van_Make_it_Home/
Camper Van or Van? Speed Mattershttps://www.thesun.ie/motors/12623228/campervan-drivers-hefty-fines/
Vanfest Lift off! https://liftoffgathering.com/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Rare Parts (Suspension and Steering)http://www.rareparts.com
PRODUCT REVIEW
Caravan: SandWitchhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1582650/Caravan_SandWitch/
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Friday Nov 01, 2024
Friday Nov 01, 2024
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!
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
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 Fort Missoula.
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
NotebookLMhttps://notebooklm.google.com
PRODUCT REVIEW
Boboni Zipper Lockshttps://amzn.to/3NykBK6
AND REMEMBER UNTIL NEXT TIME...
The Policeman's Beard is Half Constructedhttps://www.ubu.com/media/text/racter/racter_policemansbeard.pdf
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